Continuing a Tradition of Service, Excellence and Honor As we Grow and Improve Dr. Letha Hopkins flunked retirement. After thirty-five years in the public school arena, she should have been ready to kick back, plant a garden, volunteer at church, and play with grandchildren. Not so. She got busy working as a consultant and stepped […]
The City Council meeting was a long, but productive one last night! Council approved moving forward with the CIP projects to improve Myers Road and Crisp Road, with a reduced lane width of 20′ for each. The Mayor authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement for the engineering design of the Jeff […]
TxDOT is reconstructing drainage culverts on FM 740, south of the intersection of Laurence Drive & FM 740. Please be prepared for traffic to be reduced to one lane between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. on July 7. Also on July 7, construction will begin on the Pedestrian crossing over Buffalo Creek. The crossing will […]
For a patriotic hometown American experience, come celebrate freedom at the City of Heath’s Annual Independence Day Parade followed by Popsicles in the Park on Friday, July 4. Whether you participate in the parade or find a comfortable seat for viewing, expect an inspiring scene as Laurence Drive is drenched in red, white and blue […]
The trail section from the FM-740 (Laurence)/Smirl intersection to RHHS is the first section to be constructed and should be completed by June 30. The next phase will be the trail section connecting the intersection to Amy Parks Elementary and across the front of the school. That trail section is scheduled to begin June 23 […]
Outgoing Councilmember Julie Zurek was honored for her many years of dedicated service during a Farewell Reception hosted by the City of Heath on June 10. “Tonight we honor a very significant member of our community,” said Mayor Lorne Liechty during the reception that followed the City Council meeting. “Her service to the City over […]
About Transportation Plans: Transportation systems influence virtually every aspect of community life. They are the means for moving people, goods and services throughout the community and the region. Of equal importance, these systems play a significant role in shaping patterns of growth, facilitating economic prosperity, and influencing the character and livability of a community. As […]
Replacement of the Terry Park retaining wall is underway. This important CIP project will require closing up to 75% of the park during re-construction. The anticipated completion date is November 2014. Learn more about the City’s Capital Improvement Plan.
Notice of Public Hearing before the Heath Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council: Notice is hereby given that the Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing starting at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at Heath City Hall, 200 Laurence Dr. Further notice is given that the City Council will hold a […]
The Heath Department of Public Safety has entered a Walking Team in Carry the Load, an event that brings meaning to Memorial Day by honoring the sacrifices made by members of the military, law enforcement officers, firefighters and their families. Carry The Load’s National Relay Team will leave West Point, cross the country, and come […]
The rain has been wonderful, but the North Texas Municipal Water District reminds us that we remain under Stage 3 water restrictions which limit landscape watering to once every two weeks. Find your home’s current watering schedule. Watering restrictions are likely to become the norm in Texas, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice […]
Last week at the Rockwall County Transportation Consortium meeting, TxDOT reported to the member city representatives that paving for the FM 740 South widening project would begin in August 2014. The original start date was May 2014 with an anticipated 24-month construction schedule. This second phase of the FM 740 project spans from FM 740/1140 […]
