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Posted on: November 18, 2023

Scheduled Water Service Outage

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On Monday, November 20, water service will be off from approximately 9 am to 3 pm on Willman Avenue, Vivian Lane and the 7200 to 7300 blocks of Boulevard 26 for a scheduled fire hydrant replacement.

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Posted on: November 15, 2023

Food & Toy Drive

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The Richland Hills Fire Department is collecting non-perishable food and unwrapped toys through December 15 for the Community Enrichment Center (CEC) in North Richland Hills. The CEC provides these items to families in need during the holidays. Residents ...

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Posted on: November 15, 2023

Christmas Tree Lighting

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Join us on Friday, December 1, from 6 to 8:30 pm for this great holiday tradition as Santa arrives to light the community Christmas Tree, choirs fill the air with the sounds of the season and lights begin to twinkle all around.

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Posted on: November 14, 2023

Holiday Trash Pickup Schedule

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During the week of Thanksgiving, trash service normally provided on Friday (November 24) will shift to Saturday, November 25. Trash service for the week of Christmas and New Years will operate as usual. To report missed pickups or for questions about garb...

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Posted on: November 13, 2023

Holiday City Facility Hours

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All City facilities will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, for the Thanksgiving holidays.

City Hall, Public Works, Code Compliance, the Library, Animal Services, Police Department administration and Fire Department administration...

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City News
Posted on: November 9, 2023

November Newsletter Online Now

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Our November newsletter is now online. You can view the November newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: October 30, 2023

November 7 Election

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Learn more about the November 7 Election.

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Posted on: October 26, 2023

Repaired - Water Main Repair

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Water service has been restored.

Water service will be off in the 3300 block of Ruth Road and the 7300 block of Hovenkamp Avenue for a water main repair. Estimated time to complete repairs is currently unknown.

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Posted on: October 19, 2023

October Newsletter Online Now

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Our October newsletter is now online. You can view the October newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: October 18, 2023

State of the City

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You’re invited to attend the City’s second annual State of the City meeting on Tuesday, November 14, from 6 to 8 pm at The Link (6750 Baker Boulevard).

Much like the president’s State of the Union address, State of the City sp...

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City News
Posted on: October 17, 2023

Repaired - Water Main Break

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Update (October 18, 2:10 pm): Water service has been restored.

Update (October 17, 3:13 pm): The water main break has been temporarily fixed. Additional repairs are required tomorrow, October 18. Repairs will begin around 8:30 am with water service being t...

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City News
Posted on: October 16, 2023

Boards & Commissions Applications Open

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Applications are open for the following boards and commissions:

  • Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
  • Planning & Zoning Commission - Alternate
  • Zoning Board of Adjustment - Alternate 

Applications can be returned to the City Secretary via email or in-pe...

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Posted on: October 8, 2023

Bulk Pickup is October 16

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Bulk Pickup is October 16. Items can be placed curbside through 7 am on Monday, October 16. See acceptable and unacceptable Bulk Pickup items below.

Questions? Email Code Compliance.

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Fiscal Year 2024 Tax Rate

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THE CITY OF RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR'S TAX RATE.

THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 3.5% PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

Special Storm Debris Pickup Update

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Storm Debris Pickup is nearing completion on the south side of Baker Boulevard. Residences that have not yet had their storm debris picked up have been documented by Code Compliance. Once pickup on the south side of Baker Boulevard is complete, Republic S...

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Posted on: September 11, 2023

Special Storm Debris Pickup

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On Monday, September 18, Republic Services will collect brush and limb storm debris. Please note the following:

  • Republic will only pick up brush, limb and foliage storm debris for this Special Storm Debris pickup. Full trees cannot be placed curbside and m...
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City News
Posted on: September 10, 2023

September Newsletter Online Now

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Our September newsletter is now online. You can view the September newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Applications Now Open for City of Richland Hills 75th Anniversary Committee

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Applications are now open for the City of Richland Hills’ 75th Anniversary Committee!

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase

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Read the Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase.

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Posted on: September 7, 2023

Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget

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View the Fiscal Year 2024 Proposed Budget.

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Posted on: August 31, 2023

Bulk Pickup Update

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Republic Services will be out today (August 31), tomorrow and Saturday to complete Bulk Pickup. Please note if your items have been tagged as non-compliant by Republic or were placed at the curb after 7 am on August 14 these items will not be collected. W...

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

Bulk Pickup Update

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The City is aware that several houses have not had their Bulk Pickup items collected by Republic Services. Code Compliance has a list of houses whose bulk items have not yet been picked up, and the City has been in contact with Republic to ensure these ho...

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City News
Posted on: August 29, 2023

City Facilities Closed Monday, September 4

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City facilities will be closed on Monday, September 4, for Labor Day. Closures do not affect emergency services. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 5.

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Posted on: August 26, 2023

REPAIRED - Water Main Break

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Update: Water service has been restored on Belton Street and Burns Street.

Water will be off on Belton Street and Burns Street due to a water main break. Estimated time to complete repairs is four to six hours. 

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Posted on: August 24, 2023

City Phones Back Online

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(Updated August 24 at 12:02 pm): Phones at City facilities are back online. 

Phones at City facilities are currently offline. We are looking into the issue and will provide an update as soon as we are back online. This does not affect our...

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Posted on: August 11, 2023

August Newsletter Online Now

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Our August newsletter is now online. You can view the August newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: August 8, 2023

Municipal Court Office Closed Tuesday, August 15

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The Municipal Court Office will be closed Tuesday, August 15, for training. Regular Municipal Court Office hours will resume on Wednesday, August 16.

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Posted on: August 7, 2023

REPAIRED - Water Main Break

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Water service has been restored on Dogwood Park Drive from Handley Ederville Road to Wesley Way.

Water will be off on Dogwood Park Drive from Handley Ederville Road to Wesley Way due to a water main break. Estimated time to complete repairs is currently un...

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Posted on: August 2, 2023

Bulk Pickup is August 14

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Bulk Pickup is August 14. Items can be placed curbside beginning Saturday, August 5, through 7 am on Monday, August 14. Please pay special attention to the following Bulk Pickup collection requirements:

  • Tree limbs, tree trimmings and brush: must be cut to ...
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Posted on: July 31, 2023

Stage 1 Water Restrictions

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As a reminder, the City of Richland Hills follows the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's (TCEQ) Stage 1 water restriction guidelines, shown below:

  • Monday: No watering allowed
  • Tuesday and Friday: Non-residential sites only (apartments, busi...
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City News
Posted on: July 29, 2023

REPAIRED - Water Main Break

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Water service has been restored in the 3800 block of Scranton Drive and the 3800 block of Labadie Drive.

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Posted on: July 24, 2023

Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation

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Read the Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation.

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Posted on: July 20, 2023

2022 Annual Report Online Now

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The 2022 Annual Report is available online now.

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Posted on: July 13, 2023

Library Closed July 14

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Update (July 13, 8:06 pm): The Library will be closed Friday, July 14. An update will be shared on Monday regarding the Library's Tuesday hours.

The Richland Hills Public Library has closed early today, July 13, due to a plumbing emergency. We apo...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

July 13 Mobile Food Pantry Canceled

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The July 13 mobile food pantry located in The Link's parking lot has been canceled due to extreme heat. The next Tarrant Area Food Bank mobile food pantry in Richland Hills will be on Thursday, August 10, at 5:30 pm. Additional food bank resources are ava...

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

Water Main Break

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Update: Water service has been restored in the 2600 block of Mimosa Park Drive. 

Water service is off in the 2600 block of Mimosa Park Drive due to a water main break. Estimated time to complete repairs approximately 4 hours.

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Posted on: July 12, 2023

July Newsletter Online Now

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Our July newsletter is now online. You can view the July newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: June 28, 2023

Independence Day Events

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Start your morning with a bang! This year’s Red, White and YOU! Independence Day Celebration is on Tuesday, July 4. Red, White and YOU! kicks off with the Patriotic Parade at 9 am. Following the parade, event festivities will begin at the City P...

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

City Facilities Closed Tuesday, July 4

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City facilities will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, for Independence Day. Closures do not affect emergency services. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, July 5.

Though City facilities will be closed, Red, White & YOU! takes place on Tuesday, July 4,...

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Posted on: June 6, 2023

June Newsletter Online Now

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Our June newsletter is now online. You can view the June newsletter in English and in Spanish

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Posted on: June 5, 2023

Outdoor Library Construction

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Outdoor construction begins at the Library on Monday, June 5. The Library's entrance ramp will be replaced this summer to bring the entrance into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Library patrons needing ramp access while...

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Posted on: June 7, 2023

E-bill Notification Error

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Update: This error has been fixed and e-bill notifications are being emailed again as they normally would. If you have any issues, please reach out to Utility Billing

Due to an error with our online Utility Billing system, e-bill notifications a...

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City News
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Water Meter Replacement Project

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The City of Richland Hills has begun a water meter replacement project to install residential and commercial water meters with an automatic (smart) meter reading system.

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Posted on: December 6, 2022

Wastewater Averaging is Underway

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Wastewater averaging takes place December through February. Averaging is used to calculate residents' monthly sewer rate charges. New sewer rates take effect in April of each year. 

Wastewater averaging is done during the winter months when water ...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

Sign Up for eNotifications

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Never miss a meeting! Sign up for eNotifications to be notified about City news, events, meetings and agendas.

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Posted on: November 17, 2022

Food and Toy Drive

Toys

The Richland Hills Fire Department is collecting non-perishable food and toys through December 19 for the Community Enrichment Center (CEC) in North Richland Hills. The CEC provides these items to families in need during the holidays. Residents can drop o...

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

Holiday Trash Pickup Changes

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Republic Services' trash pickup schedule will be as follows:

  • Thursday, November 24: Service normally provided on Friday will shift to Saturday.
  • Sunday, December 25: Service normally provided Monday through Friday will operate as usual.
  • Sunday, January 1: Ser...
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City News
Posted on: November 17, 2022

State of the City

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During the State of the City meeting on Tuesday, November 15, City Council gave a presentation about local economic conditions, the progress of capital projects and City finances.

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Posted on: November 22, 2022

City Facility Holiday Closures

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City of Richland Hills facilities will be closed on the following dates for the Thanksgiving and Winter holidays:

  • Thursday, November 24: City Hall, Public Works, Code Compliance, Animal Services, The Link and the Library.
  • Friday, November 25: City Hall, Pub...
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