Entries by City Hall

CDC/Dallas County Release Ebola Contact Monitoring Graph

Over the past several weeks, the City’s Director of Public Safety Terry Garrett has worked closely with Dallas and Rockwall County health officials, partner agencies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor the Ebola virus situation. Here is the latest update from the CDC, Dallas County and City of Dallas. It […]

New Activities and Entertainment Planned for Holiday In The Park 2014

A Hometown Holiday Celebration! Friday, December 5, 5:30-9 p.m. Towne Center Park | Rain or Shine! FOOD | FUN | SANTA FEATURING Christmas Tree Lighting & Musical Performances Winter Village with Festive Food Trucks, Miniature Train Ride, Kids’ Activities Complimentary Christmas Cookies & Hot Cocoa Photos with Santa in His Sleigh HOLIDAY IN THE PARK […]

Ebola Virus Update

Over the past several weeks, the City’s Director of Public Safety Terry Garrett has worked closely with Rockwall County health officials, partner agencies and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to monitor the Ebola virus situation. Here is the latest update from the Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management regarding low-risk individuals being […]

Rockwall County Office of Emergency Management Notice

In the interest of public health and awareness, it has been brought to the attention of Rockwall County health officials and partner agencies that there are five residents of the county being monitored for the Ebola virus. The Texas Department of State Health Services does not release information as to the identity or address of […]

Storm Clean up Assistance

IESI is bringing additional vehicles and manpower into Heath to accelerate the high volume of brush pick up required due to the September 25 wind storm. Fees on brush exceeding three cubic yards will be waived for a limited time. To benefit from this service, please place your brush at the curb as soon as […]

Heath Department of Public Safety Participates in Antigua Bay National Night Out

It was a great National Night Out in Antigua Bay, where the Homeowner’s Association coordinated a celebration full of fun, food and festivities for neighbors of all ages to enjoy. The Heath Department of Public Safety officers participated, bringing out a fire truck and police car for children to explore. Officers also passed out safety-related […]

Safe Routes to School Projects Close to Completion

Handicap Ramps to be Added along Trails The City of Heath’s Safe Routes to School project, funded through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan and a grant from the Texas Transportation Commission, is almost finished. The remaining work involves modifying handicap ramps along the Horizon Drive segment of the trails to meet ADA requirements. State approval […]

GMR Protection Resource

Heath-based GMR Protection Resource, Inc. has defined the industry standard for creating safe, compliant facilities for a broad base of clients at thousands of locations across the nation. But when it comes to his own corporate facility, GMR Founder and President Mike Ross says there’s no better place to be than Heath. “Getting to live […]

Heath and Rockwall Welcome the U.S. Open Triathlon October 12

Triathletes from all over the world will travel to Heath and  Rockwall in October to race in the U.S. Open, the largest triathlon event in the D/FW area.  They will swim 1500 meters in Lake Ray Hubbard, bike 24.8 miles and run 6.2 miles. A segment of the bike route will come through Heath.  Cyclists […]

Safe Routes to School Projects Close to Completion; Handicap Ramps to be Added along Trails

The City of Heath’s Safe Routes to School project, funded through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan and a grant from the Texas Transportation Commission, is almost finished. The remaining work involves modifying handicap ramps along the Horizon Drive segment of the trails to meet ADA requirements. State approval is required for these modifications, and the […]

October, 2014

Headline Story Improved Insurance Rating May Bring Premium Savings The addition of the new northern water tower, an upgraded water delivery infrastructure, and Heath DPS resources have resulted in an improvement of the City’s insurance ratings by the Insurance Services Office (ISO). Residents and local businesses are advised to contact their insurance providers for a […]

Mayor’s Column

September 2014 My wife, Mary, and I have lived in Heath 28 years. It’s been a wonderful community to raise our own family and enjoy an upscale rural feel with gorgeous lakeside views and some of the best people in Texas as our friends and neighbors! When we moved here, Heath had approximately 1,700 residents. […]