ROCKWALL, TX (June 5, 2014) Eight-year-old Emma Santoro of Rockwall, whose quick thinking and bravery helped save the life her 18-month-old-brother, was recently presented the Rockwall Fire Department’s Civilian Medal of Honor Life Saving Award. The second grader was recognized in a ceremony at Nebbie Williams Elementary School, and later awarded the medal during a […]
ROCKWALL, TX (May 23, 2014) Jim Pruitt was selected as Rockwall Mayor Pro Tem by his fellow council members during the May 19th meeting of the Rockwall City Council. He will automatically become mayor of the city when the current mayor, David Sweet, resigns to assume the position of Rockwall County Judge. Mayor Pro Tem […]
ROCKWALL, TX (April 1, 2014) The Rockwall City Council recently approved funding for improvements to Phelps Lake that will add a launch pier for kayak enthusiasts, a fishing pier and an internal trail connection. The project is expected to be completed in August 2014. This project will tie two premier outdoor recreation destinations together with […]
HEATH (February 5, 2014) Incumbent Heath City Councilmember Brian Berry filed for Place 5 today in the May 10 General Election. The race is currently uncontested. “It has been an honor to serve my community during these exciting times for Heath,” said Berry. “I am proud that we have adopted a Capital Improvement Plan, and […]
HEATH (January 29, 2014) Local home builder Joe Chamberlain has announced that he is running for Heath City Council, Place 3. Chamberlain, president of Caprock Custom Construction, Inc., currently serves the City of Heath as Planning and Zoning Commissioner. He also has served the city on the Take Line Committee. He served as the President […]
(ROCKWALL – October 21, 2013) The Rockwall City Council recently approved a contract with Rockwall County Committee on Aging to help fund the Meals on Wheels program and other senior services, including nutritional programs for the elderly and disabled in the city. MayorDavid Sweet said Meals on Wheels is a vital service to the community. […]
(HEATH – October 19, 2013) City Councilmembers Julie Zurek and Rich Krause represented the City of Heath at the Annual Texas Municipal League Conference held last week in Austin. Councilwoman Zurek moderated the special education session “Big Data Analytics in Government.” Photo submitted by Suzanne Brooke, City of Heath, Media/Community Relations Manager.
(Rockwall) September 5, 2013 – The City Council adopted a budget for the 2013-2014 fiscal year budget and tax rate on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. The City of Rockwall did not increase the tax rate this year. This decision follows a slight reduction approved last year. The budget is based on a tax rate of […]
(ROCKWALL-March 20, 2013) The May 11 City of Rockwall municipal election was canceled by the City Council because all five candidates were unopposed. Mayor David Sweet, Mayor Pro Tem David White and council member Bennie Daniels will be sworn in for two-year terms. Jim Pruitt (Place 2), appointed to the position last year following the […]
(HEATH-March 10, 2013) A tremendous amount of work is underway to ensure Heath continues to be a premier community in the DFW Metroplex. From the City Council members and staff to our volunteers serving on boards or commissions, we are benefiting from the expertise and dedication of many people who care about our hometown. As we […]