Council Approves Contract for Construction of Highland Village Road Sidewalk

Council approves contract for the 2021 Sidewalk Improvement Project, which includes the construction of the Highland Village Rd sidewalk, the Victoria Park walking path, and completion of the sidewalk from Brazos Park to Medina Dr.

City to Spray for Mosquitoes in Castlewood Area

The City will spray for mosquitoes on June 19, 20 & 21 in the Castlewood area. This week one trap in the Castlewood area tested positive for West Nile Virus. City crews will spray in the AM hours and will concentrate spraying efforts on the habitat of...

Council Honors Area Veterans; Receives Speed Study Update

City Council recognized ten local veterans at the Honor Our Veterans ceremony, received a speed study update, and approved the first read of the juvenile curfew ordinance.

Council Canvasses Election; Selects Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem

Council approves election results canvassing and elects Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. Fire Department to hold COVID-19 Vaccination clinic on May 13.

Highland Village Ranks in Top 10 Safest Cities

Highland Village ranks as the tenth safest city in Texas, according to Safewise which uses FBI crime stats and Census population data. Thanks to our community policing efforts, volunteers, and our community for proactively keeping our community safe.

May 1 Unofficial Election Results

The unofficial election results from the May 1 election are: Place 3: Andrew Crawford - 227, Mike Lombardo - 1054; Place 5: Jason Bates - 298, Tom Heslep - 968 ; Place 7: Dan Jaworski -1073. The canvass of the official votes will take place on May 11.

City Lifts Allowance of Temporary Signage for Restaurant and Retail

Last year we were in the beginning stages of the COVID-19 Disaster Declaration and allowed restaurants and retail businesses the option to place temporary bandit signs so the public would know what businesses were open and what services were being offered...

Council Receives Annual Financial Report; Approves Contract for Facility Security Upgrades

Council approved a contract with WEIL Construction, Inc. for security upgrades to the four main City buildings. Council received the Annual Financial Report which declares the City's financial statements present fairly the financial position of the city.

City Re-Starts Rental of Indoor Facilities; Meetings Open to the Public

Rental of all City indoor facilities will resume on May 1. City Council and all board and commission meetings will be open to the public beginning in May.

Council Receives Update on Information Services Department; Recognizes Lt. Bobby Doyle

At the March 9 meeting, Information Services Director Sunny Lindsey provided an update on the Information Services Department. A proclamation was presented in honor of Lt. Bobby Doyle's retirement after 20 years with the HVPD.

City Continues to Follow CDC Guidelines; Opens in a Tiered Approach

On March 2 Gov. Abbott announced an end to the statewide mask mandate and expanded capacity of Texas businesses to 100%, effective March 10. The City will follow CDC guidelines and continue to require the wearing of face coverings in City buildings.

Council Approves Copperas Branch Master Plan; Recognizes Bill Aycock

City Council approved the Copperas Branch Park Master Plan, the long-term vision for the Park. Council also recognized Bill Aycock for 21 years of service to the City.

Water and Sewer Charges

With all the extra water being used either to drip faucets or if you experienced a water leak, you may be wondering how this will affect your sewer charges. We have a plan in place for just this type of situation. Highland Village uses a winter average (t...

Council Receives Update on Copperas Branch Master Plan and Parks and Recreation Projects

At their Feb. 9 meeting, Council received an update on the Copperas Branch Master Plan, an overview of the Parks and Recreation Department, and approved the 2021 Legislative Program.

Council Receives Fire Department Update

City Council received a presentation on the Highland Village Fire Department. Chief Michael Thomson shared an overview of the department’s accomplishments and goals, staffing level, apparatus, equipment, performance data and response times.

Council Receives Police Department Update; City Recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting

City Council received an overview on the Highland Village Police Department and the City was recognized for the 29th year for excellence in financial reporting.

Intoxication Manslaughter Charges Pending in Fatality Incident

On Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 7:40 p.m., Highland Village Police responded to a parking lot in the 1900 Block of Justin Road in reference to a motor vehicle injury accident.  Preliminary investigation revealed a man and woman may have been i...

Kids Kastle is Now Open!

The Kids Kastle playground is complete and open for play beginning on Saturday, December 19. City staff, along with Play by Design, LLC, and small volunteer groups have completed the work on the community build project. The new Kids Kastle is an all-inclu...

Council Approves Utility Projects and Recognizes Sgt. Paul Kimberlin

At the December 8 meeting, the City Council approved a resolution awarding the contract for the Unity Park Storm Drain Rehabilitation Project, water and wasterwater line replacements, and recognizes Sgt. Paul Kimberlin.

Council Approves Rate Increase for Solid Waste Collection by Community Waste Disposal

Council approved two resolutions regarding a rate increase for solid waste and recycling services provided by Community Waste Disposal - the annual CPI adjustment and an increase due to additional operational costs from the closure of the DFW landfill.

City and The Shops at Highland Village Partner for Successful Concert in the Park(ing lot) Series

Pivot. Adapt. Collaborate. All words used to describe how businesses are managing during COVID cancellations. These words are good descriptors of what the City and The Shops at Highland Village are doing for Concerts in the Park(ing lot) events.

Council Appoints Members to Boards and Commissions; Northbound Access to I-35E Approved

At the Oct. 13 meeting, Council learned of the approval of northbound access to I-35E from Highland Village Road. Council appointed board and commission members.

HVPD Sgt. Dennis Oliver - Funeral Service

UPDATE: Oct 6, 2020 - A memorial service will be held for Sergeant Dennis Oliver at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, October 9 at the Village Church in Flower Mound. Due to social distancing limited seating is available and reservations are required. Visit The Villag...

City Dedicates Doubletree Bridge to PFC Aaron M. Hudson

A ceremony was held on Saturday, September 19 to formally dedicate the pedestrian bridge at Doubletree Ranch Park the “PFC Aaron M. Hudson Memorial Bridge.” The private gathering unveiled all the elements installed at the bridge to honor PFC Hudson.

Council Approves Final Read of Annual Budget

Council approves the FY 20/21 Budget and receives an update on HVFD Fire Equipment Operator/Paramedic Mel Harper and his deployment to California to assist the firefighting efforts currently underway.

Council Honors Retiring City Manager Michael Leavitt; Approves First Read of Annual Budget

Council, and the Highland Village Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, honored retiring city manager Michael Leavitt by naming the pavilion at Doubletree Ranch Park the Michael Leavitt Pavilion in honor of Leavitt’s service to the community.

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Rate - Sept. 8, 2020

The City will hold a public hearing on the proposed tax rate of $0.563020 on Sept. 8, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at the Highland Village Municipal Complex.

Council Appoints Paul Stevens as City Manager

Council approved the employment agreement and appointed Paul Stevens as the new city manager for the city of Highland Village.

Council Adopts Revised FM 2499 Speed Limit Set by TxDOT

Council adopts the speed limit TxDOT will set on FM 2499. The speed limit will change from 45mph to 50mph from the FM 2499/Northwood intersection to the northern corporate limit line and remain as currently posted from Northwood south to FM 407.

City Re-Starts Rental of Indoor Facilities

Rental of all City indoor facilities will resume on May 1. CDC guidelines will be included in all rental facility agreements. The public is encouraged to adhere to the guidelines and wear face coverings when indoors.

Highland Village Kids Kamp is Canceled

The Highland Village Kids Kamp 2021 program will not take place this year. Our program is held in conjunction with LISD; they are currently not allowing any outside entities use of their facilities. We plan to be back in 2022 and hope you’ll join us then!

City Continues to Follow CDC Guidelines; Opens in a Tiered Approach

On March 2 Gov. Abbott announced an end to the statewide mask mandate and expanded capacity of Texas businesses to 100%, effective March 10. The City will follow CDC guidelines and continue to require the wearing of face coverings in City buildings.

Safest Cities in Texas

Here are the 10 Safest Cities in Texas for 2021 according to Safewise research.

1. Trophy Club

2. Fulshear

3. Fair Oaks Ranch

4. Colleyville

5. Horizon City

6. Fate

7. Murphy

8. University Park

9. Helotes

10. Highland Village

Source - https://www.safewise.com/blog/s...

Halloween Guidance

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published guidance on how to minimize COVID-19 spread at holiday gatherings, including specific different “risk level” activity information for Halloween. Click here for more inf...

New Police Corporals Announced

Congratulations to Marcela Leggett and Jay Sullivan for their recent promotion to Police Corporal this week!  Both are veteran officers of the department with Advanced Peace Officer certifications.  Cpl Leggett has over seven (7) years p...

Prevent Family Violence

What constitutes Family Violence?

• Intentionally and knowingly causing bodily injury or threatening to cause bodily injury to another member of your family or household, including your spouse.
• Causing physical contact with another, a member of your family, o...

Don't be a Victim of Vehicle Burglary

These crimes of opportunity have been on the rise recently. View Officer John Bradley’s vehicle burglary prevention video for tips on how not to be a crime victim. The best way to stop these crimes of opportunity are to:- Lock ...

Fireworks Prohibited in Highland Village

Residents are reminded that city ordinance prohibits the possession or discharge of fireworks within the city limits.  Fireworks found within the city limits of Highland Village may be confiscated, and violators could be fined up to $2,000 for ea...

A Message from Your Police Chief

The events surrounding the death of George Floyd are shocking, upsetting, and unacceptable. We would like to provide you the policies and training we have in place as we serve our community, as well as frequently asked questions.