Thank you, everyone, for attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newest Highland Village Boutique, Hazel + Honey. Owners, Becky and Dorothy, are thrilled to join our community and can't wait to share their wonderful selection of clothing for women and kids, shoes, jewelry, gifts, and more. Go check them out at the Shops at Highland Village and welcome them to our village! Take a peek inside their shop here!
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Our January Foodie Friday video features Highland Village breakfast spot, Eggspress Cafe. In this episode, we meet new owner, Pervez Bhojani, and learn what makes Eggspress so delicious. From breakfast favorites, omelets, pancakes, french toast, crepes to migas and skillets, Eggspress Cafe has you covered. The restaurant also has a full lunch menu with burgers, chicken, sandwiches, and wraps. |
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We have set up a new engagement opportunity SpeakUpHV.com. The “Have a Question? Ask Us!” engagement encourages the community to post a question about any City-related topic and we will provide an answer in a timely manner. Once answered, the question and answer appear on the site for others to see. This is designed to be a place for people to ask us for information instead of asking a neighbor or posting to social media. |
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The City is nearing build-out and future development must enhance the quality of life for our citizens while maximizing economic benefit to the City. We are beginning the process of updating our official planning policy documents designed to serve as our road map for long-range priorities, future growth, and developing a sense of place within our community. The public is invited to participate with feedback paving the way for the future of Highland Village. Specifically, we will look at a Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan update, Trail System Master Plan update, Opportunity Area Plans and reviewing use and zoning for vacant tracks within the city and a new “Village Connection” linking all the uses along the length of FM 407 within Highland Village.
Join us for a come-and-go event to learn about the plan updates and provide your feedback.
What: Our Village, Our Vision Open House
Date: February 23, 2022
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Highland Village City Council Chambers, 1000 Highland Village Rd.
We will also use the SpeakUpHV.com website to provide information and opportunities for you to provide feedback. Be sure to register on the site to stay informed of the progress and opportunities to provide input. |
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This week we shared the following on social media:
- Annual park pass
- Newsletter signup
- New and Now Open - Hazel + Honey Boutique
- Ribbon Cutting Invite
- Father & Daughter Dance
- Dr. Bettye Myers Humanitarian Award recipients
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- Joey Hardin worked on repairing heaters in the restrooms at Copperas Branch Park and Unity Park.
- Manuel Flores performed his routine litter duties throughout the parks system.
- Marcos Mejorado made irrigation repairs at Unity Park, Doubletree Ranch Park, City Hall, and Brazos Park this week.
- Scott Strasser performed his routine restroom sanitation duties throughout the city.
- Parks Field Supervisor, Gabe Doria, and Parks Irrigation Specialist, Marcos Mejorado, attended the 2022 Dallas Irrigation Association Expo in Dallas this week where they were exposed to the latest irrigation trends and obtained CEU’s for their licenses.
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Hector’s crew performed tree trimming and cleared overgrown vegetation to create a line of sight path from the parking lot to the pavilions at Lakeside Park. Hector’s crew completes this task annually to improve safety within the park and to assist the Highland Village Police Department with performing their jobs more efficiently. |
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Parks Herbicide Tech, Brent Hill, performed a pre-emergent application to assist with combatting burr weed in the passive areas throughout Doubletree Ranch Park this week. |
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Phil worked on getting the slope for the mound at the Unity Red Field just right. |
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Alex Contreras assisted Marcos Mejorado with an irrigation repair at Brazos Park. |
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Nacho’s crew worked on removing unwanted electrical taps at Copperas Branch Park. |
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Nacho Escamilla used the Mini-X to remove the remains of a fallen tree that fell over due to high winds last weekend at Copperas Branch Park. |
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Adam Magulick is the Recreation Intern for the City of Highland Village. He is currently enrolled in the Recreation and Sport Management degree program at the University of North Texas. When not working, Adam enjoys watching sports, playing video games, and hanging out with his friends. |
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Tickets are on sale for the annual Highland Village Father and Daughter Valentine's Dance on Friday, January 28. Come enjoy dinner, dancing, and door prizes. Space is limited. Grab your tickets now! |
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2022 Annual Park Passes for Copperas Branch Park and Pilot Knoll Park are available to purchase at The Robert and Lee DuVall Center or the gatehouse at Pilot Knoll Park.
Park Pass Cost:
$35 for residents
$60 for non-residents
$20 senior resident (62+)
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Camp Gladiator is held at Doubletree Ranch Park on Monday and Wednesday and Unity Park on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. |
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The City of Highland Village Parks and Recreation Department has hidden geocaches throughout the city. Adventure outside and explore as you search for hidden treasure. Geocaching is fun for the whole family! For more information on Geocaching, please visit: www.highlandvillage.org/1034/Geocaching
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Outdoor Recreational Pickleball is available at Unity Park. Pickleball nets and balls are located on-site for set up. All ages are welcome to play. To reserve a court, please call the Parks and Recreation Office at 972-317-7430. |
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding located at Pilot Knoll Park is now open on the weekends. Paddle Board Rentals, Sup Yoga, Full Moon Paddles, and more! Follow Bluet Sup on social media for the most current and updated information or contact bluetsup@gmail.com.
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Senior All-Star activities are available at The Robert & Lee DuVall Center |
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Senior All-Star activities are available at The Robert & Lee DuVall Center. During Game Day, seniors can play a variety of card games, dominoes and dice games Monday – Thursday. Tai Chi Gung is available on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m., and Tai Chi Yang led by Instructor Johnson is available on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No registration is required. Indoor pickleball is available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. All skill levels are welcomed. |
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On Tuesday, Terra Hair joined the Human Resources department as our new HR Generalist. Terra has worked for the City for over 8 years as a Communications Officer in our Police Department. We are grateful that she joined our team and look forward to many years to come. |
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Terra Hair on-boarded Recreation Intern Adam Magulick. He is currently working toward a degree at the University of North Texas. This internship will help him get one step closer to graduation. |
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Jana Onstead, Terra Hair, and Kimberly Lopez held new hire orientation for Communications Officer Rea Mrochek and Recreation Coordinator Debbie Scott. We enjoyed getting to know them a little better and discussing all the great benefits we have at the City.
Our staff is committed to providing excellent service to our citizens and living by the values and mission that have been set forth by council. Please join us in congratulating these City of Highland Village employees with anniversaries in January. Thank you for your dedication to our community!
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- The Water Line and Sewer Line Improvements Project in the Turpin/La Mesa area is moving along. They are currently working on replacing the waterline on Spruce.
- The Streets Improvement Project- Phase 4 is moving right along. They paved several streets in the Clearwater area this week and continue to prep others.
- Public Works staff met with a couple of residents on Clearwater to discuss some drainage improvements that will be performed by City forces once the contractor has completed his work.
- Public Works staff met with our representative from SPI this week to go over the PSR and discuss other upcoming public works projects.
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- Inspected/cleaned inlets at various locations throughout the city.
- Inspected/cleaned creek crossings at various locations throughout the city.
- Began an erosion control project off of Highland Shores Blvd near Timbercrest.
- Cleared overgrowth in a drainage easement near FM 407.
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- Delivered recycle carts to residents throughout the city.
- Re-installed crosswalk sign pole at Ranney Dr. and Highland Shores Blvd.
- Continued traffic counts on Highland Village Rd. near Horseshoe Dr.
- Re-installed a couple of stop signs blown over by the wind.
- Pothole patching in various locations throughout the city.
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- Hydro-excavated to repair a water main break in the 600 block of Sellmeyer Lane
- Pulled Pump 1 at Lift Station 2 and replaced a defective flush valve.
- Unstopped a sanitary sewer main in the 3400 block of Sherwood Lane.
- Removed a root ball from a sanitary sewer manhole on Sherwood Lane.
- Replaced 16 water meters that were not reported in our automated metering system.
- Read 350 meters not reporting in our automated metering system.
- Flushed 2,000 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains performing 30, 60, and 90-day sewer line maintenance.
- Performed annual flow testing and maintenance on several fire hydrants.
- Performed nitrification and bacteriological sampling as mandated by the Texas Commission of Environmental Quality.
- Performed meter rereads, water turn on/turn-offs, and leak checks.
- Performed maintenance on well lots, lift stations, fire hydrants, and the water distribution and wastewater collection system.
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- Performed seven preventative maintenance / equipment services
- Five state inspections
- Two tires replaced
- One alignment
- One battery replaced
- Made small engine repairs
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Community Development Division
Building permits (All)
- Plans reviewed – 12
- Permits issued to contractors/homeowners – 12
- Permit applications submitted – 26
Business Updates
- Compass Realty 1401 Shoal Creek Ste. 150 & 160
- Hazel & Honey 1101 Shoal Creek Ste. 120
- On Point Pilates 1992 Justin Rd.
- TARO Kitchen/Cocktails (formally Taco Celio)
- Smokers Heaven 1940 Justin Rd. #140 (formally Mr. Pipes Tobacco) New Owners
- Principles Counseling Group 2300 Highland Village #535
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