The City of Highland Village News

First Read of an Ordinance Prohibiting the use of Hand-held Mobile Telephones in Active School Zones is Approved

At the April 22 meeting, Council approved the first read of an ordinance prohibiting the use of hand-held mobile telephones in active school zones. The Police Department conducted a survey of mobile phone use in Highland Village school zones and found usage at approximately 10%. Using hand-held cell… Read More »

Recap of City Issues - April 18, 2008

Sue Thompson attended the Government Affairs Committee meeting this week and provided updates on Highland Village to the Committee.  A representative from the City of Lewisville made a presentation on recycling for the business community.  Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell updated everyone on… Read More »

Recap of City Issues - April 11, 2008

Tom Rollins and Laurie Mullens met with several different web vendors regarding a content management system for the new city web site. Tom and Laurie are receiving final proposals to present to the Media Communications Committee at the next meeting. Laurie Mullens met with a representative from… Read More »

Council Toured New Fire Station

At the April 8 meeting, Council toured the new Fire Station located at 1200 Highland Village Road. A grand opening for the station is scheduled on May 1 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Council discussed an ordinance prohibiting the use of hand-held mobile telephones in active school zones. The Police… Read More »

Recap of City Issues - April 4, 2008

Sue Thompson reports this week that she received an application for Lot 3, Block 2 of the Marketplace at Highland Village for a site plan.  This is the location where Starbucks (with a drive-through) was to be located.  Sue understands from the property owner that Starbucks has cut back on… Read More »