No “clear vision” plus the presence of vehicular traffic and the railroad, are factors that could hamper the future of Kyle’s downtown; but the involvement of residents and business owners, as well overcoming the fear of taking risks are positive factors, was reported to the city council last month.

The “Downtown Kyle Assessment Report” was compiled by the Texas Downtown Association (TDA) in the wake of a visit on Aug. 23, 2019.

Catherine Sak, the organization’...