City of Colleyville News

Titan Gas Well Site - Update Feb. 3

The first phase of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) operations for the Titan pad site at 7504 Pleasant Run Road began on Tuesday, January 31st.  By the end of the day Friday, February 3, 2012, six of the seven wells should be fracked with the final well to be fracked by Saturday, February 4,… Read More »

Lavaca Trail to be closed Feb. 7-8, from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Lavaca Trail is scheduled to be closed Tuesday, Feb. 7, and Wed., Feb. 8, due to construction on the Rosewood Park Memory Care facility. The roads will closed to all traffic from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The contractor is installing public improvements associated with the Rosewood development,… Read More »

Community Lifestyle Challenge Weigh-in on Saturday, Feb. 4

As part of its Community Lifestyle Improvement Challenge, Baylor Regional Medical Center in Grapevine is conducting a weight loss competition between area cities. Weigh-in for Colleyville participants will be Saturday, Feb. 4, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Colleyville Public Library. All weigh-ins will… Read More »

Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance goes to Paris

  The city’s traditional Daddy-Daughter Dance returns to Colleyville Center on Friday, Feb.10. This year, young ladies, ages 4-12, and their father or favorite male guardian (uncle, grandfather, etc.) are invited to “An Evening in Paris,” as the event takes on a decidedly… Read More »

Water restrictions continue in winter months

Despite significant precipitation in December and January, the Texas drought continues. Lake and reservoir levels are still below 75% of capacity. Under the Tarrant Regional Water District’s (TRWD) drought plan, when the district’s lakes and reservoirs drop to 75% of capacity, TRWD… Read More »

Healthful cooking class coming to Colleyville Senior Center

For anyone who may have indulged during the holidays, help is on the way…and just in time to start the New Year off right! Mark Schommer of Remarkable Healthcare and Donya Fronk of Hospice Compassus will teach the secrets of simple, healthy-minded cooking for one or an for entire group.… Read More »

City-provided sandbags in severe weather

Severe weather and flooding can affect everyone.  During flooding events, the city has sandbags on hand at the Public Works facility located at 1601 Hall Johnson Road. These are provided without charge to the Colleyville residents who need them.  In emergency situations, the city’s… Read More »

From the Tarrant County Office of Emergency Management:

At the first mention of a winter freeze, traffic and commerce in North Central Texas freezes too. Why? While colder weather brings a welcome change, most people aren’t prepared for it. The Knowhat2do site provides helpful information for building a personal safety kit, templates to help plan,… Read More »

Recreation program catalog now available online

Colleyville Parks and Recreation (PARD) kicks of the winter season with a full slate of classes and activities. A Zumba session, the latest in fitness fun, will be offered in January and March. Other new classes include Baby Sing and Sign, and Creative Movement for Women. To view the full recreation… Read More »

Senior Center offering cookbook of favorite recipes

One of the best meals in town is served every Tuesday evening at the Colleyville Senior Center, as the Center's members gather for a potluck supper and social. Now the seniors are sharing their best recipes in the "Recipes to Remember" - Colleyville Senior Center Cookbook. The spiral-bound… Read More »

TRA rate increase

Like many D/FW area cities, Colleyville buys its water and sewer treatment from the Trinity River Authority (TRA). Due to the increased costs for raw water purchases, chemicals, debt service to fund federal environmental mandates, and replacement of aging infrastructure, the TRA has raised its rates… Read More »

Winter sewer rate calculations determine individual residential sewer rates for the coming year

The city uses the winter months' average from December, January, and February for its annual sewer calculations. Water usage during this time determines individual residential sewer rates for the coming year. For new customers or in the absence of preceding winter months' usage, the city uses an… Read More »

Holiday Safety Tips

The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year but, amid all the hustle and bustle it's important to observe some simple holiday tips to ensure family safety and protect personal property. - Lock doors and windows when leaving the house, even for a few minutes. - Leave a… Read More »

Citizen police and fire academies - applications for 2012 classes being accepted now

Colleyville's police and fire departments currently are accepting applications for their respective 2012 citizen academies.  Both academies are free and open to ages 16 and older.The 12-week Colleyville Police Department's Citizen Police Academy class begins Jan. 22. The program offers… Read More »

H2O limits continue - reporting water violations

Due to persistent drought conditions, mandatory outdoor watering restrictions will remain in place until further notice. The prohibition on outdoor watering between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., and compliance with the zoned schedule will continue to be enforced. Since mandatory water restrictions… Read More »

Enhanced recycling program

On Sept. 8, the Colleyville City Council approved a proposal by IESI, the city’s trash and recycle provider, to enhance the city’s recycling program. Effective Oct. 31, all residents will use 65-gallon rolling recycling carts for all recyclable materials, in lieu of the current 18-gallon… Read More »

No tax increase in new city budget

The fiscal year 2012 budget has been unanimously approved by the Colleyville City Council. It will go into effect on Oct. 1. The combined proposed expenditures and transfers total $35,469,313, a $72,607 increase from the current year budget. Once again, Colleyville’s tax rate will remain at… Read More »

Colleyville selects new police chief

Colleyville officials have selected Michael S. Holder as the next police chief for the city of Colleyville. His strong record in community policing, regionalization and a servant leadership approach to public safety were cited as primary factors in his selection.  Holder currently serves as… Read More »

CES second-grader selected as Mayor for a Day

 Keegan Courtney, a second-grade student at Colleyville Elementary School, has submitted the winning essay for the city’s 2011 Mayor for a Day contest. This is the second consecutive year an essay submitted by a Colleyville Elementary School student has been selected as the winning… Read More »

Mandatory watering restrictions in effect

Mandatory outdoor watering restrictions began on Monday, August 29, 2011. Under TRWD's (Tarrant Regional Water District) drought plan, when the district's lakes and reservoirs drop to 75% of capacity, TRWD requires cities to enforce these mandatory restrictions. ­Those restrictions include:… Read More »