Message from Rockwall Mayor, Trace Johannesen – Local Control: The Foundation of Good Government

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Message from Rockwall Mayor, Trace Johannesen – Local Control: The Foundation of Good Government

Rockwall, TX (February 7, 2025) – As mayor of Rockwall, I’ve consistently advocated for a simple principle: the government closest to the people governs best. Recently, however, we’ve seen concerning trends from Austin that threaten this foundational concept of local control. The state legislature continues to propose bills that would strip municipalities of their ability […]

Rockwall Rotary features panel discussion with local veterans, mayors of Rockwall, McLendon-Chisholm and Fate

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Rockwall Rotary features panel discussion with local veterans, mayors of Rockwall, McLendon-Chisholm and Fate

Rockwall, TX (November 10, 2023) – Veteran service often carries over into the public and private sector after uniforms are carefully pressed and put away. This strong call to serve can be innate but also developed during military service. That in mind, the Rockwall Rotary featured three local veterans, also Mayors, at this week’s meeting. […]