City of Rockwall

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	Free Chlorine Maintenance The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) and the City of Rockwall would likeall of its customers to be aware that free chlorine maintenance will be conducted on the Wyliewater transmission system and the City’s distribution systems for a 30 day period from February 19, 2010, to March 25, 2010. more... SH-205: It’s almost done! The State Highway 205 expansion project through the City of Rockwall is nearing completion, marking the end of a project that started in 1984 when 13 alternative routes were presented to city officials. more... Get the latest Zoning Case Information Check out our Current Zoning Cases page for the latest information Current Zoning Cases Page... 2010 Census The Census Bureau has launched a critical national effort for every person in our nation to “Be Counted” in the 2010 Census that will effect the apportionment of congressional seats and how the federal government annually allocates $300 billion in federal assistance to communities. Operations have already begun, and the Census Bureau needs to recruit hundreds of workers in the area to ensure a complete count in 2010. Call the Census job line at (866) 861-2010 to schedule a basic employment test.		Emergency exercise planned for Feb. 27 Rockwall County and the cities of Rockwall, Heath, Royse City, Fate and McClendon Chisholm will conduct an emergency exercise on Saturday, February 27 from 8-11 a.m. near the intersection of T.L. Townsend and Whitmore Drive in the City of Rockwall. more... Water Quality The NTMWD has confirmed that a winter algal bloom is occurring in Lavon Lake. Taste and odor changes in treated drinking water caused by blooms may be detected by our consumers who are more sensitive to these changes. The taste and odor is a palatability issue only. The palatability change that results from a naturally occurring algal bloom does not alter the quality of the water provided to the cities and the communities served by NTMWD. The water supply remains safe for use with no health risks created by these events. The following links provide additional information: Winter Algal Blooms (Specific) A general fact sheet about Winter Algal Blooms. Taste and Odor (General) Includes a general fact sheet about taste and odor, a summer bloom information page, and a winter bloom information page. Ozonation Includes brief information about ozonation benefits and the NTMWD ozonation implementation plan at the Wylie Water Treatment Plants. Tethering Ordinance A new ordinance was recently approved by the Rockwall City Council regarding tethering of dogs. The ordinance went into effect December 21 with a 30-day grace period for residents to comply. Tethering refers to tying or chaining dogs to a stationary object or stake. It does not apply to walking dogs on a leash. Dogs can be tethered while on the owner’s premises and: Its owner remains with the dog; or The dog may be tethered unattended on the owner’s premises for a maximum time of 120 minutes in a 24-hour period. The dog must be at least 15 feet from the road or sidewalk at all times if tethered. The ordinance was implemented based on research submitted by the U.S. Humane Society and the Centers for Disease Control, which indicates that tethering causes increased aggressive behavior in dogs and leads to a greater risk of people being bitten. When dogs are kept chained in one place for an extended period of time, they can become anxious and aggressive. Tethered dogs are also easier targets for attacks by other animals. Violation of the city ordinance is a Class C misdemeanor that carries a maximum fine of $500 per animal, per occurrence. The ordinance also addresses alternatives to tethering and requirements for dog runs and pens. A copy of the ordinance is available at City Hall or online at www.rockwall.com under the Animal Services Department. For more information, please call the Animal Services Department at 972-771-7750. Construction Notice Beginning Tuesday, December 15, Quail Run Road will be closed to through traffic from Hays Road to John King Boulevard due to waterline construction included as part of the Squabble Creek Wastewater Basin Transfer Phase 2 Project. more...