A new road connecting Marketplace Avenue at the Burleson Street Roundabout to the southbound Interstate 35 access road moved a step closer to reality Feb. 20.

Kyle city leaders approved a purchase agreement for property that could house the new connector. 

The purchase agreement, which was signed by Mayor Travis Mitchell, allows the city to obtain right-of-way to build the extension.

The city has been working with property owners Janice and Jerry Mattox, who own the flea market on the property, ...