Unbundled Brush Collection Continues

Progressive Waste Solutions (formerly IESI) continues to work to respond to the high volume of brush that needs to be collected due to the October 2 wind storm, and your patience is greatly appreciated.  An additional truck will be employed on the schedule listed below. However, it is anticipated that it may be six to […]

Online Safety Seminar to be Presented by Heath DPS

How do you keep personal and password information protected? How do you conduct secure transactions over the web? How do you keep kids from communicating with predators online? Learn these important tips and more at a seminar on Internet Safety for Children & Adults presented by the Heath Department of Public Safety on Thursday, November […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]