ROCKWALL, TX (Sept. 4, 2024) – The Rockwall City Council has appointed ten dedicated residents to serve on the City Charter Review Commission. This vital commission will play a crucial role in ensuring that the City’s charter continues to provide effective guidance for Rockwall’s governance, structure, and operations. The ten individuals that were appointed are: […]
ROCKWALL, TX (March 14, 2024) The City Council of the City of Rockwall is considering the implementation of a Short-Term Rental registration and permitting program. The purpose of the program is to provide logical regulations for Short-Term Rentals within the City’s corporate limits, and to ensure the continued preservation of the character of the City’s single-family […]
FATE, TX (March 10, 2024) John Hamilton is a candidate for Fate City Council Place 5. He is seeking to be elected to one of the open seats on May 4, 2024. His campaign is based upon a vision of the future where Fate thrives through innovative solutions, community collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership. Who is […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Dec. 31, 2023) On Monday, February 5, the City of Rockwall will call an election to be held on May 4, 2024 for the purpose of electing three City Councilmembers – one each for Places 2, 4 and 6. Terms for all elected Rockwall City Councilmembers are for a period of two years. […]
ROCKWALL, TX – September 18, 2023 – At their meeting tonight, Monday September 18, the Rockwall City Council voted to adopt a rate below the no new revenue tax rate (formerly known as the effective rate), which continues a decadelong trend to decrease the tax rate for Rockwall residents. The approved tax rate is once […]
Rockwall, TX (June 6, 2023) – At the City Council meeting on Monday, June 5, Sedric Thomas was sworn-in to serve the remaining term in Place 4. The seat became vacant in May, when Trace Johannesen was elected as Mayor. Thomas brings a wealth of experience to the position, having served in many leadership roles, […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 16, 2023) – At their regular meeting on Monday night, the Rockwall City Council held a swearing-in ceremony for a new Mayor, two incumbent City Councilmembers and one new Councilmember for their two-year terms. City Council Places 1, 3 and 5 were all up for reelection this year. The election had been […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 23, 2023) – The Rockwall City Council is now accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the City Council in Place 4. Mayor Pro Tem Trace Johannesen has served in the seat since 2018 but recently ran unopposed for Mayoral office. He will assume that role starting May 15, at which time […]
FATE, TX (March 15, 2023) Hello, my name is Mark Harper and I am excited and proud to officially announce my candidacy for Fate City Council, Place 2. I will bring my passion for serving and commitment to our Fate community members. I will listen openly to all your concerns, keeping our city thriving economically and […]
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 20, 2023) – The Rockwall Main Street Advisory Board has presented longtime Downtown Rockwall business owner and volunteer, Tammy Sharp, with a rare Main Street Legacy Award. Established in 2019, the award recognizes those who contribute to the vibrancy and economy of Downtown Rockwall. In his presentation at the City Council meeting on […]