The City of Highland Village News

Council Approves FY 2010-2011 Budget

At the September 28 meeting, Council approved the final read of the FY 2010-2011 Annual Budget. This year’s assessed valuation comes in at 2.98% less than the previous year and the city’s sales tax revenues have remained flat. In preparation of the budget, City staff looked for… Read More »

Recap of City Issues 9-24-10

This week was the opening of our new Municipal Service Center and the Robert & Lee DuVall Center. I know this has been long time coming and you (Public Works & Parks Employees) all deserve it. I have been so very fortunate to be part of the growth and development of our Utilities, Streets,… Read More »

Highland Village Road Closed

Highland Village Road is currently closed from Doubletree Lane to Sellmeyer Boulevard. The heavy storms on September 8 caused severe damages to Highland Village Road constituting a declaration of disaster. The City is working with Denton County to expedite the voter approved funding for the… Read More »

Recap of City Issues 9-17-10

The contractor has started the installation of the new manhole that will divert the 15-inch wastewater line, that was damaged during the washout of Highland Village Road, to the 27-inch wastewater main.  The contractor will be working through Saturday.  Once the new manhole is constructed,… Read More »

Council Approves First Read of FY 2010-2011 Budget

At the September 14 meeting, Council approved the first read of the FY 2010-2011 Annual Budget. This year’s assessed valuation comes in at 2.98% less than the previous year and the city’s sales tax revenues have remained flat. In preparation of the budget, City staff looked for… Read More »

Highland Village Named Safest City in North Texas for 9th Consecutive Year

City of Highland Village has been recognized as the Safest City in North Texas for the past eight years. This year Highland Village is once again shown as the Safest City in North Texas, based on information provided by the FBI’s 2009 Uniform Crime Report. Information on the FBI website… Read More »

Highland Village Parks and Recreation Department Moves to New Facility

The City of Highland Village Parks and Recreation Department has moved to the new Robert & Lee DuVall Center, located at 948 Highland Village Road. Effective immediately, all business with the Parks and Recreation Department will take place at this location, such as:   Soccer and… Read More »

Recap of City Issues 9-10-10

On Wednesday evening, due to the failure of Highland Village Road, Mayor McDearmont issued a Disaster of Declaration for the City of Highland Village and on Thursday, Denton County provided a similar declaration.  Highland Village Road is closed, and will remain so, until a permanent fix and… Read More »

Highland Village Road Closed Between Sellmeyer Lane and Lakeland Drive

The City of Highland Village has closed Highland Village Road between Sellmeyer Lane and Lakeland Drive until further notice due to extensive road damage caused by the recent heavy rains. Please seek alternate routes. Doubletree Drive is a designated alternate route for residents living east of the… Read More »

Recap of City Issues 9-3-10

Scott Kriston reports that TXDOT states the FM 2499 section 4 project is ahead of it's April 2011 completion schedule.  FM 2499 is now open from Highland Shores Boulevard to Orchid Hill Lane. This section of FM 2499 is still an active construction zone. The outer driving lane is closed to… Read More »

City Connections - September Edition

Mosquito Prevention is the Best SolutionMosquito season is here! City staff will be monitoring mosquito updates for the Denton County area. Here are some tips to help prevent mosquito breeding habitat. Empty standing water from idle containers, such as:Flower potsBucketsCups, dog bowlsFrench Drain… Read More »