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Posted on: May 24, 2023

Register for the Do-Not Solicit List

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A Town ordinance allows residents who do not want commercial solicitors to come to their residence to add their address to a do-not solicit (no knock) list that is provided to all registered solicitors.

All solicitors must register and obtain a valid permi...

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Posted on: May 2, 2023

Highway 170's Roanoke Road Crossover Closing

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MAJOR TRAFFIC ALERT: The Roanoke Road crossover on Highway 170 will soon be closing permanently in Westlake. As part of the State Highway 170 construction, the contractor will be opening new crossover bridges and u-turn lanes at N. Beach Street and Westpo...

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

Westlake’s Spring Concert: April 20th

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You know things are warming up outside when our annual spring concert series returns to Westlake! Mark your calendars, the last of this season’s free concerts is scheduled on Thursday, April 20 in the Plaza Courtyard located at 1301 Solana Boulevard.&...

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Posted on: April 20, 2023

Join the Keller Police Chief's Student Forums

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Applications are now open for Keller Police Chief Brad Fortune's Student Forums.  It's a venture that connects high school students from the Town of Westlake and Westlake Academy with Keller Police Department leadership.

Launched...

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Posted on: April 14, 2023

Westlake Parents/Grandparents: Enrolling Children into Westlake Academy

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If you are a new Westlake resident and would like to enroll your child(ren) at Westlake Academy for the 2023-2024 school year, now is the time to submit the Proof of Residency Application.  If you are applying for enrollment for your grandchildre...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

Apply Now for a Town Board

Volunteers Needed

The Town of Westlake is looking for residents interested in serving on a Board or Commission. Board and Commission members’ ideas are often catalysts for new programs and improved services.OPENINGS INCLUDE:? Planning and Zoning Commission? Texas...

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Posted on: March 31, 2023

Hydrant Flushing

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Recently around Town, you may have noticed crews opening fire hydrants and letting the water run into storm drains or ditches. While it may appear that hundreds of gallons of water are going to waste, there are actually several benefits to this hydrant fl...

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Posted on: March 27, 2023

Town of Westlake Switches to .gov Address

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The Town of Westlake’s Mayor, Council, and staff are now using .gov email addresses. Beginning last Friday, all email addresses associated with the Town began using @westlaketx.gov, moving away from the .org addresses used in the past. ...

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Posted on: March 29, 2023

Carroll ISD Expands Enrollment to All Westlake Residents

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Westlake residents now have an additional choice when it comes to deciding where to send their kids to school. At the Monday, March 27 Carroll ISD School Board meeting, the board approved updating their policies to allow all Westlake residents, not just t...

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

New Residents Gathering Postponed

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We wanted to give you a heads-up that the New Residents Gathering scheduled for Tuesday, March 28th has been postponed. Last-minute scheduling conflicts are causing us to move the event to another date. Please stay tuned for more information on when it wi...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Town Council Appoints Wade Carroll as Town Manager

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Following a unanimous vote at their Monday meeting, the Town Council announced that Wade Carroll will serve as the new Town Manager for the Town of Westlake. Carroll brings with him decades of municipal government experience.

This announcement follows an e...

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Posted on: March 2, 2023

Welcome Cayce Lay Lamas, New Director of Finance

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There is a new face at the Town of Westlake.
Cayce Lay Lamas is the new Director of Finance for the Town of Westlake. A native Texan with almost 15 years of progressive experience working in North Texas municipalities, she holds a bachelor’s degr...
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Posted on: February 28, 2023

Three Candidates for Town Council Unopposed

Patriotic Background with words Election Update

Three candidates have filed to run for Westlake Town Council. Incumbents Anna White and Tim Shiner and candidate, Victor Sansone III, filed for a place on the May 6 ballot and were unopposed. According to Texas state law, if a candidate is unopposed, then...

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Posted on: February 23, 2023

New Agenda Management Software

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The Town of Westlake recently implemented a new agenda management software. Town leaders wanted to improve communication with the nearly 2,000 residents and enhance efficiency and coordination among the many stakeholders. 

The new system provides ...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

A Message from the Mayor

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Posted on: February 9, 2023

Highway 170 Traffic Pattern Changes

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You'll be experiencing a change in the traffic pattern in the westbound direction of Highway 170 between Highway 114 and Roanoke Road starting on Thursday, February 9th. Currently, all westbound traffic from 114 going to 170 is forced to exit ont...

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

The Chapel at Palacios Now Open in Entrada

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The Chapel at Palacios, located in the heart of the Entrada development, is now open and booking for small and mid-sized weddings, corporate functions, parties, and more!

The Chapel at Palacios is owned and operated by Walters Wedding Estates, an experienc...

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Posted on: February 1, 2023

Trash & Recycling Pick-up Delayed

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Republic Services has provided us with an update on their planned garbage and recycling collection for the week.  They will collect trash ONLY on Saturday for Westlake residents. Recycle and bulk collection will be suspended this week. R...

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Posted on: January 30, 2023

School Closings Update (Tuesday)

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SCHOOL CLOSING UPDATE: Both Westlake Academy and Keller ISD have announced they will be closed Tuesday, January 31st. We'll update this post as soon as we hear from Carroll and Northwest ISD about their decisions.

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Posted on: January 30, 2023

9 AM Monday: Winter Weather Update

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9 AM WINTER WEATHER UPDATE: Crews are currently salting/sanding troubled spots in and around Westlake. Town staff is handling internal streets and roads while TxDOT is working on the highways. It was just announced that Westlake Academy will close early t...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

Demolition Underway at New Lifetime Fitness Location

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Demolition of the old Larry North Fitness site off Sam School Road and Solana Boulevard is underway. The current structure should be completely razed by the end of the month. Rubble will then be cleared and work will soon begin on a new Lifetime Fitness a...

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Posted on: January 23, 2023

The Latest on Entrada

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There has been an uptick in construction activity near the intersection of Highway 114 and Davis Boulevard which means exciting times are ahead. Over the course of 2023, residents can expect the mixed-use development known as Entrada to expand as...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Filing Period for May General Election

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The filing period for the May 6 General Election is officially underway. The deadline to file for a place on the ballot is Friday, February 17, 2023. Candidates can drop off their application to the Town Secretary's office Monday - Friday between...
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Posted on: December 27, 2022

New Year's Eve Fireworks Show in Westlake

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Ring in the New Year at Entrada Westlake with a spectacular firework show! Bring your friends and family to celebrate the New Year with fireworks beginning at midnight. View the New Year's Eve event here.This e...

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

Vacation Watch Program

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Are you traveling for the holidays? If so, you should consider contacting the Keller PD to register for their vacation watch program. They'll stop by and check on your house while you're gone to make sure everything is safe. And the best...

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Posted on: November 15, 2022

Now Hiring: Town Manager

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Mosaic Public Partners was recently selected to assist the Town of Westlake in our search for our new Town Manager. 

Westlake, Texas’ distinctive upscale development, natural beauty of its open spaces, and quality of life amenities have attracted ...

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Posted on: November 9, 2022

New Feature Allows Online Registration to Speak at Council Meetings

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The Town of Westlake has introduced a new feature to make registering to speak at a Town Council/Board of Trustees meeting even easier. The Town is now utilizing an online speaker registration form. The online Citizen Comment Form takes a minute or two to...

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Posted on: November 11, 2022

Student Grant Opportunity

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Posted on: October 19, 2022

Monster Mash

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Monster Mash is an annual fall festival, held right on the grounds of Westlake Academy. Join us from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 22 for a frightfully fun time! There's food, fun, and of course, plenty of candy to go around.  I...

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Posted on: September 20, 2022

Mayor Kilbride's 100-day Report

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It has been a little more than 100 days since I was sworn in as Mayor of Westlake and I would like to thank all of you for your role in ensuring a smooth transition. Since the general election in May, the Council Members, Town staff, and I have been worki...

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Posted on: September 19, 2022

Sean Wilson's 100-day Report

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In case you missed it last Monday, Westlake Academy's Head of School, Sean Wilson, presented to the Town Council his 100-day report for his first 100 days on the job. Here's a look at his presentation. https://www.westlake-tx.or...

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Posted on: September 16, 2022

Online Donations: How to Protect Yourself

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North Texas Giving Day is coming up on Thursday, September 22, and provides a safe and secure way to donate to charities online. Donating online is a quick and convenient way to give to charity, but it also comes with drawbacks that donors need to be awar...

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Posted on: September 14, 2022

Safety Message from Mayor Kilbride and Academy Head of School Sean Wilson

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Mayor Kilbride and Head of School, Mr. Wilson, update you on the safety and security measures being taken by Westlake Academy in light of recent events. If you have any questions or concerns we ask that you reach them by email at skilbride@westlake-tx.org...
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Posted on: September 9, 2022

Notice of Utility Rate Increase

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Town Council approved utility rate increases at the Monday, August 29 council meeting. 

The decision to apply a rate increase is primarily due to increasing costs passed down from the Town’s water and wastewater treatment providers, The C...

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Posted on: August 29, 2022

Bobcat Sightings in Westlake

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We have received reports of a bobcat sighting in Town. Even though bobcats have been in this area for decades, they typically shy away from humans. Bobcats that appear to be ill should be reported to Keller Animal Services when seen, do not approach them....

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Posted on: August 24, 2022

Declaration of Disaster Issued for Tarrant County

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A disaster declaration has been issued in Tarrant County over damages related to heavy rainfall, flooding this week. Click the link to read more and to get information on how to potentially get help from state and federal resources. 

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Posted on: August 19, 2022

Notice of Public Hearing on FY23 Municipal Operating Budget

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On September 13, 2021, the fiscal year 2022 ad valorem tax rate was adopted at $0.16788 per $100 - the same property tax rate as last year, marking the 12th consecutive year the Town has assessed a local property tax.  Westlake strives to hold it...

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Posted on: August 8, 2022

Watch Meetings Live

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Posted on: August 18, 2022

Westlake Wins Major Award for Service

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We have some very exciting news to share with you. The Town of Westlake is truly setting the standard for service. We received an award from the ETC Institute for ranking in the top 10% of all cities across the country for service to their residents. This...

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Posted on: August 8, 2022

Westlake Entrada Update

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Progress is being made at Westlake's Entrada development. In fact, there's a lot of activity happening as we speak. Here's a snapshot of what's going on right now and what you can expect in the coming weeks and months.
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Posted on: August 22, 2022

Military Heroes Run in Westlake

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The Town of Westlake is extremely proud to host the 11th Annual Military Heroes Run.  The run raises much-needed funds to support America's fighting service veterans who have suffered injuries while defending the freedoms which we all en...

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Posted on: August 9, 2022

Council Meeting Recep from August 8

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Monday was a busy night for our Town Council. Several actions were taken during the five-and-a-half-hour meeting.  Here’s a recap of what was discussed.  To watch a replay of the meeting, please click on this link. https://west...

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Posted on: July 29, 2022

No Jury Trials: August 26th

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HEADS UP: There will be no jury trials on Friday, August 26th. If you were called for jury duty you DO NOT have to report. There's no need to contact anyone at the court, we have you covered. Letters were also sent to your homes as a reminder. Th...

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Posted on: August 3, 2022

Apply for Town Council Open Seat

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The Town of Westlake would like to announce that Carol Langdon has stepped down as Councilmember. Carol served on our Council as well as the Westlake Academy Board of Trustees since 2008 and held the role of Mayor Pro Tem for 8 of those years.  C...

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Posted on: July 25, 2022

Water Conservation Needed

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With the extreme heat we're experiencing this summer, water conservation needs to be top of mind for everyone. With even hotter temperatures forecasted in August, our water supplier anticipates breaking records for usage in the coming weeks.&...
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Posted on: August 1, 2022

Vote For Westlake!

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Time to show your Westlake pride and vote for us in the 76262 Magazine Reader's Choice Awards. The Westlake Classic Car Show has been nominated as the best community event. Thanks to you, the Car Show has been a huge success over the years. Here&...
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Posted on: June 24, 2022

Major Changes Coming to Highway 114 Next Week

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GREAT NEWS: Several changes are coming to Highway 114 next week as a part of the ongoing construction in and around Westlake.  Needless to say, major progress is being made! Please see the map and information below for further details.
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Posted on: June 17, 2022

Traffic Alert: Ottinger Road Repairs

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Crews are on the scene to repair a hole on Ottinger Road. It's happening right now at the bridge near the Westlake cemetery.  One lane is shut down so that temporary repairs can be made. While no official timetable has bee...

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Posted on: May 20, 2022

Major Construction on Highway 170

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We want to give you a heads up about an upcoming long-term closure on Highway 170 – Alliance Parkway project. The contractor will be closing the section of Independence Parkway between the SH 170 frontage roads.  The closure is scheduled to begin...

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Posted on: May 23, 2022

Spring Concert: Hazard County, June 2nd

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SPRING CONCERT: We can't wait for "Hazard County" to come to Westlake! These guys are regulars at Billy Bob's and now they're coming to our Town for a free concert. It'll be held June 2nd from 7-8:15 pm at the...

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Posted on: May 8, 2022

Unofficial 2022 Election Results

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The unofficial Town of Westlake election results are as follows:

Mayor

Sean Kilbride: 288 votes, 50.62% (winner)

Laura Wheat: 281 votes, 49.38%

Town Council

Kim Greaves: 361 votes 41.07% (winner)

David Quint: 291 votes, 33.11% (winner)

Alesa Belvedere: 227 votes...

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Posted on: May 13, 2022

Spring Concerts Return May 19th!

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GREAT NEWS! Our spring concert series is back! Tonight, we kick it off with Me & My Monkey, a Beatles tribute band that will surely make you yearn for "Yesterday". See what we did there? The concert will be held at the Solana Plaza located a...

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Posted on: May 2, 2022

Important Security Notice

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Dear Westlake Residents:
 
We value your privacy and security, which is why, as a precautionary measure, we are writing to inform you of a data security incident that may involve your personal information.
 
On the afternoon of May 2, 2022, ...
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Posted on: April 26, 2022

Student Police Forum

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Applications are now open for Chief Brad Fortune's Student Police Forums. They're advisory groups in Keller and Westlake that connect high school students with Keller Police Department leadership.
The Student Forums meets six to nine time...
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Posted on: April 8, 2022

Westlake Entrada Open House

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We're excited to announce that Centurion American, the developers of Entrada, will be hosting an open house for you to come by and check out the latest with Westlake's most talked about development.  It will be held Thursday, Ap...
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Posted on: March 18, 2022

Meet Your Westlake Mayoral/Town Council Candidates

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Election day is right around the corner, Saturday, May 7th.  Westlake residents will cast their votes for Mayor and Town Council.  Raj Trivedi, who has been a member of our Council since 2020, has chosen not to seek re-election so we&...

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Posted on: March 1, 2022

Westlake Resident Survey

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YOUR VOICE MATTERS! You should have received a survey in the mail asking you about ways Town staff can improve its service to you. We'd love to hear your thoughts on what we can do better. It only takes 10-15 minutes to complete. If writing out y...

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Posted on: February 28, 2022

Westlake Academy Facilities Report & Athletic Upgrades

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Westlake Residents and Parents of Academy Students,
 
We are going to depart from our often used format of the video wrap-up and provide you with a broader written explanation of one of the topics discussed by the Town Council last Monday evening, ...
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Posted on: February 28, 2022

Town of Westlake: Year in Review

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2021 was one for the books. Now that it has come to an end, we thought we would take this opportunity to look back and reflect on what a year it has been. The past 12 months have been productive for the Town of Westlake in both areas of our service delive...

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Posted on: February 23, 2022

Westlake Town Hall & Court Closing

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Due to the winter weather, Westlake's Town Hall and Municipal Court will be closing at noon on Wednesday and will remain closed on Thursday. We'll re-evaluate the situation tomorrow and will update everyone about our status for Friday. B...

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Posted on: February 23, 2022

Westlake Academy Closing Due to Weather

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Due to the ice and deteriorating road conditions, Westlake Academy will be closing today at noon and stay closed on Thursday, February 24. Classes are expected to resume on Friday. 

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Posted on: February 23, 2022

Winter Weather: Wednesday Update

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A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for Westlake until 6 p.m. Thursday. Freezing rain and drizzle are expected. The National Weather Service anticipates several rounds of precipitation from this morning into tomorrow though heavier impacts are anticipa...

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Posted on: February 10, 2022

Agenda Wrap-up (2-10-22)

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Posted on: February 4, 2022

Trash & Recycling Pick-up Moved to Next Week

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We have important information regarding this week's trash and recycling pick-up.  Based on the forecast that the moisture on the roads will refreeze overnight, Republic Services, the company that provides your trash and recycling pick-up...
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Posted on: February 4, 2022

Winter Weather Update: Friday Morning

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Winter weather has come and gone but the after-effects of the storm still remain. The roads are icy and slick, and extremely dangerous. Our staff has been working around the clock to keep you all safe. In our ongoing effort to keep you informed, here are ...
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Posted on: February 3, 2022

Winter Weather Update: Thursday Evening

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5 PM UPDATE: The winter weather warning is set to expire at 6 p.m. tonight when all wintry weather should be done falling in North Texas, but cold temps are expected into the weekend. 
--The road conditions will continue to get worse into the nigh...
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Posted on: February 3, 2022

Winter Weather Update: Midday Thursday

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Winter weather has arrived here in Westlake! The roads are icy and slick, and freezing temperatures are expected through Friday. Our staff has been working around the clock to keep our community safe. In our ongoing effort to keep you informed, here are t...
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Posted on: February 2, 2022

Energy Conservation Tips

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Looking for ways to conserve energy during this cold winter weather? Here are some tips from Atmos Energy that may help!  

  • Lower your thermostat to 68 degrees during the day and 58 degrees when you are away from home.
  • Lower your w...
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Posted on: February 2, 2022

Schools Closed Thursday and Friday

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Due to the pending winter weather, classes for Westlake Academy, Carroll ISD, Keller ISD, and Northwest ISD have all been canceled on February 3rd and 4th.

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Posted on: February 2, 2022

Winter Weather Road Preps

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Forecasts show that the weather could get nasty in the next 24 hours. Here's a snapshot of what our Town staff is doing to keep you safe on the roads.
• Staff will be monitoring the streets and facilities around the clock over the next fe...
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Posted on: February 1, 2022

Winter Storm Prep

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Winter weather is heading our way. Luckily, it's not expected to be anywhere close to as bad as last year's, but there are a few things you need to know before the weather hits. And please know, we are monitoring the forecast closely and...

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Posted on: January 24, 2022

Westlake/Westlake Academy Communications Audit

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In the summer of 2021, the Town of Westlake and Westlake Academy agreed to partner with Cooksey Communications to perform a comprehensive communications audit for both the municipality and Academy.  On Monday, January 24th, Cooksey presented thei...

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Posted on: January 21, 2022

Aspen Lane Construction

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Starting Monday, January 24, 2022, the water on Aspen Lane will be turned off from 9:00 am to 11:00 am to make a water connection that is going to supply the nearby Westlake Ranch Development. On Tuesday, January 25, 2022, the road will be closed at Aspen...

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Posted on: January 20, 2022

Protect Your Pipes This Winter

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With this cold weather upon us, now is a good time to perform maintenance and set your irrigation systems for the winter months to verify that they will not freeze and break pipes. Here are tips to assist you during the winter to help prevent frozen water...
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Posted on: January 19, 2022

May Election Information

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Looking for election information? We have all the answers in one place including info for those wanting to run for office this May. Click this link to learn more. 

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Posted on: January 4, 2022

Join the Citizen's Police Academy

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If you're a Westlake resident and are interested in learning more about Keller PD, you'll have the opportunity beginning this February. The department's next Citizens Police Academy class,  which serves as a pre-requisi...
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Posted on: January 5, 2022

Highway 114 Ramp Closure

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The Highway 114 eastbound ramp to exit on Solana/Kirkwood Boulevards in Westlake and Southlake will be closed starting January 16, 2022, and will last until May 2022.  Message boards will be placed at the exit to notify drivers of the temporary c...

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Posted on: January 6, 2022

Agenda Sneak Peek (1-10)

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Posted on: January 13, 2022

Agenda Sneak Peek (1-19)

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Posted on: December 17, 2021

Police and 911 Surveys

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How safe do you feel in your neighborhood? Which public safety issues concern you most in our community? How would you rate the Keller Police Department? This year's citizen survey is live and you have until Sunday, January 16 t...

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Posted on: January 10, 2022

COVID-19 Survey

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Tarrant Co would like to hear from you about the needs & challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. The County is evaluating different strategies to support the community & your input is valuable. Please use this link below to complet...

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Posted on: January 10, 2022

Agenda Sneak Peek (1-10)

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Posted on: December 9, 2021

Westlake Recycling Event

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Posted on: November 5, 2021

Police Vacation Watch

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Posted on: November 22, 2021

Holiday Recycling and Garbage Schedules

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The holidays will have a slight impact on your trash and recycling schedules the next few weeks, but not to worry, we've got you covered. See below for a complete holiday pick-up schedule.
Christmas
Pick-up will be on Friday, December 24th
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Posted on: December 10, 2021

Agenda Sneak Peek (12-13)

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Posted on: November 9, 2021

Westlake Tree Lighting

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year here in Westlake. Join us for our annual tree lighting event and ring in the holidays with neighbors and friends. It will be held Tuesday, November 30th from 6-9 pm at the Terrace at Solana.

There will be ...

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Posted on: November 22, 2021

Holiday Safety Forum

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The holidays can mean fun with family, but oftentimes it's an opportunity for criminals to take advantage of us while we're distracted by activities. We've seen a handful of car break-ins in Westlake already due to unlocked vehi...
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Posted on: November 22, 2021

Grease is the Word

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With Thanksgiving just a few days away, it's always a great reminder to keep your cooking grease out of your sinks. See this greasy guy below?  You don't want him anywhere near your pipes. He can do major damage to your home. Re...

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Posted on: October 25, 2021

New signs serve as a reminder for safe use of trails

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Starting on November 1st, new signs will be going up along trails in Westlake reminding everyone that motorized vehicles are not allowed on the Town’s trails. Motorized vehicles include golf carts, four-wheelers, motorcycles, and any off-highway...

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Posted on: July 26, 2021

Are You Connected?

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How do you get your Town of Westlake/Westlake Academy news? Did you know we have many different ways we relay important information to you? To better reach you in as many ways as possible, we wanted to share with you a list below of the communications cha...

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Posted on: October 5, 2021

Highway 114 Entrance Ramp Closing at Davis Boulevard

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Starting Friday, October 15th, there will be a major change to one of the entrance ramps onto Highway 114. The eastbound entrance ramp east of Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) along 114 will be closed. This is due to the construction of concrete pavement for ram...

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Posted on: October 14, 2021

COVID Vaccines Available at Westlake Fire Department

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Great news, our Westlake Fire-EMS Station will be used as a COVID vaccine site.  You can receive your vaccine every Thursday from 9 am-1 pm through November 4th. No appointment is needed, just stop by at the designated time and day and receive yo...

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Posted on: September 28, 2021

Community Blood Drive

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The Schilsky family of Glenwyck Farms has partnered with Carter Blood Care, the Town of Westlake Fire Department, and Fire Chief Richard Whitten to host our second annual Westlake neighborhood blood drive on Saturday, October 30th, at the Westlake Fire-EM...
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Posted on: October 4, 2021

Westlake's Fall Cleanup

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Posted on: October 14, 2021

Monster Mash & Trunk or Treat

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Monster Mash is this weekend! Join us Saturday, October 23rd from 4pm-7pm on the Westlake Academy campus for a Spooky Good Time!  This year the event will be entirely outdoors and includes Trunk or Treat with free candy collecting tote. ...
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Posted on: October 5, 2021

Westlake Classic Car Show

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Mark your calendars for the 10th Annual Westlake Classic Car Show to be held on Saturday, October 16, 2021 (Rain Date is Saturday, October 23rd) at the Solana Club located at 2902 Sam School Road in Westlake, TX 76262. This car show is for original or res...
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Posted on: October 1, 2021

Vote for the Westlake Classic Car Show

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We have some exciting news. The Westlake Classic Car Show has been nominated by 76262 Magazine as one of the top community events in the region.  Now, we just have to make sure we vote. Starting October 1st at noon, you can either scan this QR co...

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Posted on: September 30, 2021

Meet Your Wild Neighbors

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The City of Keller would like to invite you to a special presentation of “Getting to know your wild neighbors”. No, we’re not talking about the guy who lives across the street from you.  We’re talking about...

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Posted on: September 28, 2021

Fire Prevention Week (October 3-9)

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Fire Prevention Week is October 3-9, and this year the campaign is, “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety”.  Is there a beep or chirp coming from your smoke or carbon monoxide alarm? What does it all mean? Knowing the diff...
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Posted on: July 8, 2021

Notice of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation

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TOWN OF WESTLAKE

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE CERTIFICATES OF OBLIGATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town Council of the Town of Westlake, Texas (the “Town”), will meet at the Town Council Chambers, 1500 Solana Boulevard, Building 7,...

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Posted on: August 24, 2021

Westlake Entrada Latest

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Exciting times are ahead for Westlake’s Entrada development. The opening of Starbucks has certainly been a welcomed addition, anchoring what is now a fully occupied retail corner at the intersection of Davis Boulevard and Highway 114.  ...

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Posted on: August 18, 2021

Schwab Way Open

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GREAT NEWS! Schwab Way in Westlake will officially open TODAY! It connects the Highway 114 frontage road and goes all the way to Ottinger Road. Signal lights on Schwab Way will be flashing for the first 7 days then will be put into service. Happy driving!...

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Posted on: August 8, 2021

Back-To-School Vaccination Clinics Information

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We want to make sure parents are aware of the back-to-school vaccination clinics that are currently available in our area.  Please see the list of locations and times below. It's important to note, COVID vaccinations are NOT MANDATED for...

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Posted on: August 6, 2021

Westlake Academy Budget: BOT Meeting

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During this Monday's Board of Trustees meeting, action will be taken on the Westlake Academy budget.  Please click the link for more information about what's on the August 9th agenda. http://westlake-tx.org/ArchiveCente...

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Posted on: August 2, 2021

Ottinger Road Construction Update

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We have an important update regarding the construction on Ottinger Road in Westlake.  There will now be a queue line from Deloitte to the north driveway of Westlake Academy to help reduce backups during drop-off and pick-up hours. The center lane...

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Posted on: July 29, 2021

Roanoke Road/Highway 170 Crossover to Close

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As many of you know, TxDOT's nearly $100 million Highway 170 project will ultimately close the existing Roanoke Road /170 crossover in Westlake. This closure will be permanent and will impact many residents of Westlake, Keller, and Roanoke.&n...

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Posted on: July 30, 2021

Parish Lane Extension Coming

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We have an update on the Parish Lane construction project scheduled to begin in the coming months. It will eventually connect Parish Lane, which currently ends beside the Roanoke Recreation Center, to Highway 170 in Westlake. The private developers handli...

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Posted on: July 21, 2021

Free Mosquito Dunks

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Are you having issues with mosquitoes? If so, we have a solution.  Mosquito dunks are available upon request to all Westlake residents.  You can either pick them up at Town Hall, or, email us at publicworks@westlake-tx.org to schedule a ...

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Posted on: June 15, 2021

Fire Department Consolidation Meeting

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UPDATE: If you were unable to attend the June 30th meeting, another will be held in Keller on Monday, July 12th at 6 pm at Keller Town Hall located at 1100 Bear Creek Parkway.  That meeting too will be open to everyone, not just...

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Posted on: June 14, 2021

ERCOT Asking You to Conserve Energy

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ERCOT is asking you to reduce electric use as much as possible today through Friday, June 18. A significant number of forced generation outages combined with potential record electric use for the month of June has resulted in tight grid conditions. Please...

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Posted on: June 11, 2021

Police Advisory Council

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Applications are now open for those interested in serving on Keller Police Chief Brad Fortune’s Advisory Council.

Started in 2019 by then-Chief Michael Wilson in partnership with community Pastor Kason Branch, the eight-member body is advisory ra...

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Posted on: May 24, 2021

Golf Cart Laws

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There have been a lot of questions about where you can drive golf carts and neighborhood electric vehicles (NEV) in the Town of Westlake.  So, we wanted to break it down for everyone so that the law is easy to understand.   It’...

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Posted on: May 21, 2021

Spring Concert: June 3rd

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Our second spring concert of the year will be Thursday, June 3rd featuring "Blue Clear Sky". The George Strait tribute band plays the hits of one of the greatest entertainers of all time.
The concert will be held at the newly renovated Solana Pla...
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Posted on: May 19, 2021

Solana Boulevard Project

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The Town of Westlake will begin a road sealing project at Solana Boulevard and Granada Trail on May 20th. This project will take 10 to 18 days to complete, weather permitting.  Sealing the stained concrete in this intersection will protect the st...

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Posted on: May 19, 2021

Trophy Club MUD

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If you are a Westlake resident and live in Entrada or The Knolls, you're a member of the Trophy Club Municipal Utility District (MUD). A portion of the Granada neighborhood is also in the MUD as well.
The purpose of a MUD is to provide a developer an alter...
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Posted on: May 18, 2021

Ottinger Road Construction

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There will be a major construction project involving Ottinger Road in Westlake over the next couple of months. This project will include three phases and will start on June 1, 2021, with an estimated completion date of August 1, 2021.  Below are ...

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Posted on: April 29, 2021

Storm Damage Solicitors

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In 2019, Westlake amended an ordinance that tightened up the rules and regulations of door-to-door solicitations. Unfortunately, municipalities are now experiencing limitations in controlling solicitors due to recent Supreme Court decisions. Westlake Town...

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Posted on: April 26, 2021

Reminder About Dogs and Leashes

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The family dog is more than just a pet to most owners.  Your beloved pooch is a member of your family. However, the four-legged family member doesn’t know when he or she is supposed to follow certain rules of neighborhood etiquette while out on w...

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Posted on: April 21, 2021

Same-day COVID Vaccine Appointments Available

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The COVID-19 vaccine supply has improved which means same-day or next-day appointments are now available. Currently, anyone 16 years of age or older is eligible to get vaccinated. You can now pick a time and location of your choice from the Tarrant County...
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Posted on: April 9, 2021

Highway 170 On-ramp Closed

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Starting April 12th, the on-ramp on Highway 170 just eastbound of Roanoke Road will be closed indefinitely. Crews will be upgrading the ramp for several weeks, if not more. Please be aware of this change when driving through the area.

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Posted on: April 9, 2021

New Stop Signs on Ottinger Road

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Starting late next week, there will be a major change at the intersection of Ottinger Road and Schwab Way. Stop signs will be placed at the intersection, however, it will NOT be a 3-way stop. Drivers heading westbound on Ottinger toward 170 must stop. Tho...

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Posted on: March 29, 2021

Meet the Westlake Town Council Candidates

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Election day is right around the corner. Saturday, May 1st Westlake residents will cast their votes for Town Council.  Rick Rennhack, who has been a member of our Council since 2009, has chosen not to seek re-election. Mr. Rennhack says he believ...

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Posted on: March 26, 2021

Roanoke Road Repaving Project

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The City of Keller will be repaving a portion of Roanoke Road between Knox Road and Melody Lane starting the week of March 29th. This will impact some Westlake residents for the next few weeks. 
The project is expected to be complete by Friday, Ma...
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Posted on: March 23, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccinations for All Texas Adults

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All adults will be eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in Texas beginning Monday, the Texas Department of State Health Services announced Tuesday.

The department said it expects vaccine supplies to increase next week.

In Tarrant County, registration is a...

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Posted on: March 18, 2021

New Sewer Rates

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Posted on: February 26, 2021

Questions About Your Water Bill, Leaks

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We have heard from several residents about concerns regarding two main questions about their water bills in the wake of last week's winter weather event that left many dealing with major damage in and around their homes.  Below are the a...
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Posted on: February 21, 2021

Westlake's Boil Water Notice Rescinded

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On 2-16-2021, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required the Town of Westlake public water system, 2200350, to issue a Boil Water Notice to inform customers, individuals, or employees that due to conditions that occurred recently in the public...

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Posted on: February 19, 2021

Boil Water Advisory Remains in Place for Westlake (2-19)

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You may have seen reports that the boil water advisory has been lifted. However, Westlake residents still need to continue to boil water until further notice.  The Town must take water samples in our own system to ensure that it's clean to use.
As...
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Posted on: February 19, 2021

Finding a Reputable Contractor

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Did you know that hiring a qualified contractor is one of the most important parts of starting a new home project? A trustworthy pro with a good reputation and experience can make a major difference. And with so much damage caused by this week's ...
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Posted on: February 18, 2021

WESTLAKE’S REGULATIONS ON STORM REPAIRS (FAQs)

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Before you hire someone to make repairs to your home following this latest winter storm, please refer to these Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for important information on what the Town requires prior to services beginning. 

During this process,...

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Posted on: February 18, 2021

Winter Weather Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Over the last few days, we have fielded a lot of questions about how to deal with the impact of the winter weather.  From navigating through a boil water advisory to how to turn off your water if you have a busted pipe, all are great questions th...

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Posted on: February 18, 2021

Important Update from Atmos Energy

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As demand for energy remains at unprecedented levels due to historically cold temperatures, suppliers continue to experience challenges with supply and delivery that limit the amount of natural gas Atmos Energy can deliver to its customers.

 

Even ...

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Posted on: February 17, 2021

Boil Water Guidance for Food Establishments

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Below are the directions set for food establishments during an event when water is not safe to use based on Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) guidelines.

 

  1. Procedures:

A. Drinking Water

1. Use commercially bottled water; or&a...

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Posted on: February 16, 2021

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Westlake

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Good Tuesday morning,

The City of Fort Worth, which supplies our water, has extended their boil water notice to the Town of Westlake as of early this morning.  The order was prompted by the rolling blackouts that have been occurring state-wide. &a...

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Posted on: February 15, 2021

School Closures

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You likely have already been notified by your school district by now, but just in case you haven't, due to the winter weather conditions and its impact on road and campus safety as well as the current power outages affecting our community,&nb...
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Posted on: February 15, 2021

Rolling Blackouts FAQs

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Rolling power outages are in effect across the state of Texas as officials work to conserve as much electricity as possible during extreme cold and record demand on the grid. 

Officials are asking Texans to conserve as much electricity as they can...

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Posted on: February 15, 2021

Monday Morning Weather Update

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Snow picked up overnight but has finally tapered off. Conditions around Westlake are poor as the wind is blowing the snow creating snowdrifts across the road. Parts of the highways are clear while others have large amounts of snow built up from drifts.

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Posted on: February 14, 2021

Sunday Evening Road Conditions

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Good evening, Westlake,

We wanted to give you an update on the winter weather and its impact on Westlake's roads. As you've seen, the snow has increased in our area over the last few hours and will continue throughout tonight and into Mon...

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Posted on: February 13, 2021

Winter Weather: Saturday Evening Update on Roads

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Good evening Westlake residents,We wanted to give you an update on the winter weather that is approaching Westlake and the entire DFW region. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for all of North Texas. Heavy snow, ice, sleet, blowing snow or a co...

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Posted on: February 10, 2021

Westlake-Keller: Proposed Fire Department Merger

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The Town of Westlake and the City of Keller will soon begin exploring the possibility of merging our Fire departments aimed at improving services and expanding regional response capabilities.
The move comes 19 years after our first successful partnership -...
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Posted on: February 10, 2021

Potential Fire Department Merger FAQs

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We want to make you aware of a unique proposal that will soon go before the respective Councils of the Town of Westlake and the City of Keller for consideration.  The proposal would be for a consolidation of the Keller and Westlake Fire Departmen...

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Posted on: February 8, 2021

Winter Weather Safety Tips

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From boots to barbecue, Texas does a lot of things well, but functioning safely in ice and snow just isn’t one of them. Whether you live in Brownsville or Amarillo, be prepared for cold weather and follow these basic winter weather safety tips.

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Posted on: December 30, 2020

Job Opportunities at Westlake Academy

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Interested in working at Westlake Academy? There are several exciting opportunities open now, including the Administration and Accountability Director as well as the Attendance Clerk/Substitute Coordinator. Click this link to ap...

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Posted on: December 4, 2020

Save Money on Your Water/Sewer Bills

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Who doesn't want to save money on your sewer bill, right? The Town of Westlake offers a program that will help. It's called Winter Quarter Averaging (WQA). Here's how it works. By conserving water in the months of December, Janu...
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Posted on: December 2, 2020

We Need Subs!!!

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Hey everybody, WE NEED YOU!!! If you're interested in being a substitute teacher at one of the most awesome schools in the country, then give us a call! Westlake Academy is still in need of quality subs for the 2020-2021 school ...
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Posted on: December 1, 2020

Local Families Need Your Help

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Now more than ever, local residents in the DFW region desperately need your help with basic needs. COVID-19 has caused so much hardship in recent months, families are scrambling to find their next meal. So, here's how we can help. Please consider...

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Posted on: November 19, 2020

Text to 9-1-1 Available in Tarrant County

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Tarrant County 9-1-1 District office has launched text to 9-1-1 in Tarrant County. This lifesaving service is now available for Tarrant County citizens to text their location and emergency to 9-1-1. Residents are unable to text photos, video, or audio cli...

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Posted on: November 19, 2020

A Thanksgiving Message from the Mayor

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As we head into the holiday season, it's important we take certain precautions in regards to helping stop the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Laura Wheat has a special message she'd like to share with all of us about keeping ...
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Posted on: November 11, 2020

Westlake Residents Receive Philanthropist Award

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The Greater Dallas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will honor two Westlake residents with gigantic hearts.  The 35th annual celebration “The Stars of Texas,” for Dallas’ National Philant...

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Posted on: November 10, 2020

Trash Rate Increase

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On Monday, October 26th, Town Council approved a rate increase for trash & recycling services. As of January 1st, 2021, the charge for basic services will increase by $1.70. The total charge for one trash & one recycling cart will be $14.24. This ...

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Posted on: November 6, 2020

Help for Small Businesses

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The Tarrant County Small Business Assistance Grant program is designed to provide financial assistance to very small businesses located and operating in Tarrant County that have been adversely affected by the current COVID-19 public health emergency.

This ...

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Posted on: November 5, 2020

Free Drug Disposal

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Did you know we have a medication disposal box in the lobby of our Fire Station-EMS Station? The box has prepaid envelopes that you can safely dispose of your unused or unwanted medications. See the flyer below for more info.

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Posted on: October 28, 2020

Westlake Wins Prestigious GFOA Award

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Government Finance Officers Association is pleased to announce that the Town of Westlake, Texas, has received GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget.

The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commi...

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Posted on: October 26, 2020

Substitute Teachers Needed

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Do you want to be a substitute teacher at one of the most prestigious schools in the country? Westlake Academy, the #1 ranked K-12 public charter school in the state, is in need of quality subs for the 2020-2021 school year. As an IB World School, the sta...

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Posted on: October 23, 2020

Westlake Feral Hog Update

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Feral hogs have arrived in our community.  Town staff is formulating a plan with Urban Biologist Adam Henry a representative from the USDA-Texas Wildlife Service program to remove them from Westlake. Mr. Henry has been working in the Metro-plex t...

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Posted on: September 15, 2020

Work to Begin on SH 170

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Construction of the State Highway 170 project will begin next week. The 6-mile project will construct main lanes at various locations, build additional ramps, and restripe SH 170 from Interstate 35W to State Highway 114.

The east and westbound far-left lan...

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Posted on: September 8, 2020

Classic Car Show Cancelled

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To our fellow car enthusiasts, the Westlake Historical Society and Town of Westlake have made the difficult choice to cancel the 10th Annual Westlake Classic Car Show and related activities, scheduled for October 17, 2020, due to the continued concerns an...

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Posted on: September 4, 2020

Notice of Public Hearing on FY 2020-2021 Operating Budget

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Notice of Public Hearing for the Town of Westlake 2020-21 Operating & Capital Budget

Proposed FY 2020-21 Operating Budget & Capital Improvement Plan

As required by State law, the notice above was placed in the newspaper this week regarding ...

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Posted on: August 26, 2020

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase

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Please find the following notice regarding the upcoming public hearing for Westlake’s proposed tax rate. All residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend & provide their feedback to Council and Staff.

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax In...

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Posted on: August 20, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Marlene Rutledge

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Hi there! My name is Marlene Rutledge and I am the Academic Business Manager for the Town of Westlake. I work behind the scenes to support the financial operations of Westlake Academy. Unique in its structure, the Academy is the only municipally-owned ope...

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Posted on: August 5, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Shelby Orasanu

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Hi, my name is Shelby Orasanu and I am one of the clerks for the Westlake Municipal Court. I was given an opportunity to work for Westlake without previous court experience, and I have been able to grow in my knowledge of traffic law and court operations ...

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Posted on: July 20, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Miriam Dubon

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Hi, my name is Miriam. I am the Receptionist/Administrative Assistant for the Town of Westlake. Whenever you visit us, I love to greet and welcome you with a big smile. I’m the one who reviews your phone messages and answers or refers your inqui...

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Posted on: July 30, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Nick Ford

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Hi! I’m Nick Ford, I’m the Town’s Development Coordinator. I graduated from Westlake Academy Class of 2011 and received my bachelor’s degree for Construction Engineering at the University of North Texas.

I handle the...

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Posted on: July 17, 2020

Superintendent's Message: TEA Statement

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Good Afternoon Blacksmith Families and Staff!You may have heard the newest information from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) regarding additional options for school this fall.This video from TEA Commissioner Mike Morath, which was published earlier this m...

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Posted on: July 14, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Dottie Samaniego

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Hello, my name is Dottie Samaniego, Permit Technician for the Town of Westlake. I process municipal permits, contractor registrations, and inspection records.  I can help answer your questions regarding temporary signs, fencing, or window replace...

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Posted on: July 9, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Ron Ruthven

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Hello, my name is Ron Ruthven.  I am the Planning and Development Director for the Town of Westlake.  Whenever someone wants to build something in Westlake, I’m part of an awesome team of Town staff that makes sure that all bui...

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Posted on: June 25, 2020

Tarrant County: Face Coverings Required

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Due to the growing number of COVID-19 cases, face coverings will be now be REQUIRED in all Tarrant County businesses. This according to Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley who made the announcement following the large spike in cases across the stat...

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Posted on: June 25, 2020

Meet Your Town Staff: Dianna Orender

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Hi, my name is Dianna and I’m the Utility and Facility Coordinator for the Town of Westlake. I’m the one who sets up your utility account when you move to Westlake. I also answer your water bill questions and trash pickup requests. I t...

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Posted on: June 24, 2020

Small Business Assistance Grants (July 6th Deadline)

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Deadline is July 6th

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Posted on: May 30, 2020

Development Around Westlake Taking Shape

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Despite the impact of COVID-19 on our nation’s economy, many if not most projects around Westlake are still moving forward full steam ahead. With so much going on around our Town, we figured it’s time to update you on many of the proje...

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Posted on: May 29, 2020

Welcome Raj Trivedi: Westlake's Newest Council Member

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We’re excited to announce Mr. Raj Trivedi as the newest member of our Westlake Town Council.  Raj and his family have called Westlake home since 2011. He brings a great deal of expertise in all aspects of franchising, real estate, desig...
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Posted on: May 22, 2020

Watch Westlake Academy Graduation Live Stream

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Interested in watching Westlake Academy’s graduation live from Texas Motor Speedway but can’t attend in person? Not to worry, we’re live streaming it for you. Just click on this link on Thursday, May 28th at 7pm. Congrats to ...

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Posted on: May 21, 2020

Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing

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Posted on: April 29, 2020

Westlake Academy Scores Big in National Rankings

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We have great news to pass along!  Our own Westlake Academy scored big in the latest rankings in another major publication. According to the Jay Mathews Challenge Index used by the Washington Post, WA checked in as the 26th best high school in th...

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Posted on: April 29, 2020

Latest on Town Hall/Court Opening

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Westlake residents,

With Governor Abbott’s announcement yesterday to gradually re-open Texas, I wanted to share with you the status of our Town Hall and Municipal Court as we navigate through these unchartered times caused by the COVID-1...

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Posted on: April 17, 2020

Superintendent's Message: Distance Learning Extended Through Entire School Year

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April 17, 2020

Dear Westlake Academy families,

As many of you may have anticipated, Governor Greg Abbott issued a notice today that schools in Texas would remain under a distance learning configuration for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. &nb...

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Posted on: April 17, 2020

Watch Replay of Mayor's Facebook Live Message

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Did you miss Mayor Laura Wheat’s Facebook Live version of her Coffee & Conversation? If so, not to worry. Click on this link to watch it in its entirety. 

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Posted on: April 16, 2020

Town Manager Update - Financial Planning for Westlake

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As we continue to navigate this time filled with social distancing, stay/work from home routines, virtual learning for our students, continued community transmission of the Covid-19 virus, and now the wearing of cloth face coverings (masks) to decrease th...

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Posted on: April 7, 2020

New CDC Recommendations for Going Out in Public

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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) now recommends that cloth masks be worn out in public in situations where social distancing is difficult to maintain. Here’s how to do so safely:

DO? Wash your mask before wearing it the first time?&...

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Posted on: March 31, 2020

Westlake Academy Closure Date Extended

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Today, Governor Greg Abbott announced an extension of the social distancing measures through April 30th and for schools to remain closed through at least May 4th. In accordance with his announcement, Westlake Academy will be observing these dates as well....

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Posted on: March 27, 2020

Town Council/BOT Meetings to be Held Via Teleconference

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In an effort to support social distancing to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus, Monday night’s joint Town Council and Board of Trustees (BOT) work session will be held via teleconference. The Town Council/Board of Trustees work session wil...

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Posted on: March 29, 2020

Westlake Academy Closure-2nd Extension

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March 29, 2020

Dear Westlake Academy families,

I hope this update finds you and your children doing well and progressing with the distance learning program that began last week. The academic staff team has worked very hard to create a transferable program f...

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Posted on: March 25, 2020

2nd Confirmed Westlake Case of Coronavirus

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Dear Westlake residents,

We were just notified by the Tarrant County Health Department this evening that a second Westlake resident has tested positive for the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Like other US cities, we anticipate the number of cases to continue to gr...

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Posted on: March 25, 2020

Westlake's First Confirmed Coronavirus Case

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Good afternoon,

The Tarrant County Public Health has informed us that the Town of Westlake now has its first confirmed case of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).  We’re told this was a travel-related infection, not spread communally.

It is also ...

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Posted on: March 26, 2020

Trash, Recycling, & Clogged Pipes

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The Town of Westlake would like to pass along a few updates regarding services provided to you and how they may be impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Trash and Recyclables

As of now, there are no anticipated changes to your trash and recycling service ...

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Posted on: March 24, 2020

Tarrant County: Stay at Home Order Issued

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Tarrant County officials have announced a “stay at home” order to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19).  Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley held a news conference Tuesday morning to announce the new measures as a ...

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Posted on: March 23, 2020

Trails/Parks Update: Coronavirus

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#DoYourPart                                             &...

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Posted on: March 21, 2020

Westlake Academy Update on Coronavirus

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March 20, 2020

Dear Blacksmith Families:

I trust that you are all safe and adhering to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) recommendations. As in recent days, the coronavirus outbreak has thrust our nation and our community into truly uncharted territory. We are fac...

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Posted on: March 20, 2020

Solana Boulevard Repairs

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See below for important information about road repairs in Westlake that could impact your commute. 

·Construction crews will be making repairs along Solana Boulevard from SH 114 service road southwest to Davis Blvd/FM 1938

·Th...

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Posted on: March 19, 2020

Westlake Services Continue

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Despite the many changes to our lives brought upon by the Coronoavirus (COVID-19), Town of Westlake essential services are running as normal, even while our Town Hall is closed to walk-in business. That means services such as water, trash, public works, a...

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Posted on: March 11, 2020

Meet Our New Police Chief

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The City of Keller and the Town of Westlake are proud this week to welcome Brad Fortune as our new chief of police.

Chief Fortune grew up in Midland and served four years in the United States Marine Corps — graduating from the Non-Commissioned Of...

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Posted on: March 19, 2020

Coronavirus Impact on Police, Fire, & Animal Services

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Great info below from Keller Police and the Westlake Fire-EMS Departments regarding how the services we share through the City of Keller and within our own Town are being impacted by the Coronavirus.

We know things may feel very uncertain or even scary rig...

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Posted on: March 19, 2020

Tarrant County Business Restrictions: Coronavirus

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As of midnight, Thursday, March 19th, all bars, lounges, taverns, private clubs, theaters, gyms, and other amusement businesses in Tarrant County must close in an attempt to halt the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Gatherings are capped at 50 people...

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Posted on: March 18, 2020

Mayor Wheat's Message Regarding Coronavirus

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Mayor Laura Wheat has a message for all Westlake residents, Westlake Academy families and staff, our corporate partners, and stakeholders regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Posted on: March 16, 2020

Westlake Town Hall Closed until further notice; Staff Working Remotely

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Due to recommendations of state and local officials to help mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Westlake Town Hall is currently closed with staff working remotely.  Please know we remain committed to providing high-quality customer...

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Posted on: March 16, 2020

Westlake Muncipal Court Office Closed & All Dockets canceled until further notice

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The Town of Westlake, working under the disaster proclamation by Governor Abbott on March 13, 2020, regarding the Novel Coronavirus COVID-19, has closed the Westlake Municipal Court for business and staff will be in the process of rescheduling ALL court d...

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Posted on: March 13, 2020

March 13 Town Update: COVID-19 Coronavirus

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Good evening Westlake community members,

Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley issued a declaration of local disaster for public health emergency earlier today surrounding Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to the recommendations of Tarrant County Public Health...

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Posted on: March 13, 2020

Tarrant County Press Conference regarding latest COVID-19 coronavirus & more

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Watch the Tarrant County News Conference regarding the below declaration surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus. This announcement first aired at 1:30 pm, March 13, 2010.  

Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley has signed a declaration of local disaster...

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Posted on: March 11, 2020

Latest Coronavirus Update

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As you continue to hear about the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we would like to update you on the steps we are taking as a Town Staff to prepare should we have cases in our community. 

Internally, we have established a Staff team, led by Fire Chief Ric...

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Posted on: March 11, 2020

Capital Improvement Road Projects Set to Begin in Westlake

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Big changes are coming to the roadways in and around Westlake in the next few months. Several projects may impact your commute but in the long run, will help to ease your drive in the future.  The first being repairs to Solana Boulevard. There we...

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Posted on: February 28, 2020

Coronavirus Information

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Dear Westlake residents,

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a health alert regarding an outbreak of the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.

The Town of Westlake wants its residents, corporate partners, visitors, as well as West...

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Posted on: February 4, 2020

New Town Secretary/Organizational Performance Manager Named

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The Town of Westlake is pleased to announce that Todd Wood has been selected as new Town Secretary/Organizational Performance Manager. The formal appointment was made last night during the monthly Town Council meeting.  Wood is no stranger to Wes...

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Posted on: February 3, 2020

Town of Westlake Budget 2020

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Ever wonder how the Town of Westlake’s budget is determined? Here’s a quick video explaining how your tax dollars are used to improve life here in our Town. 

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Posted on: January 2, 2020

Keller/Westlake Police Survey

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Please take a few moments to complete the 2019 survey (via the link below) regarding our Westlake police services, provided by the Keller Police Department. This survey will remain open for completion through February 29, 2020, and we will also provide a ...

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Posted on: December 4, 2019

Monitor Your Water Usage

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EyeOnWater is an easy way to monitor your household and irrigation water consumption. This program uses the same meters and communication devices that we use here at Town Hall to monitor usage and send bills. Here’s how you can sign up:

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Posted on: November 7, 2019

Important Notice About Your Utility Payments

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If you regularly send utility payments through either your online banking site or an automatically printed check system, please check the mailing address. The Post Office has forwarded mail addressed to 3 Village Circle & 1301 Solana Blvd for far long...

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Posted on: October 8, 2019

Police Chief Wilson to Retire

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After nearly 25 years in policing, including 18 with the Keller Police Department, Chief Michael Wilson has announced his retirement effective Friday, Nov. 1, 2019.  “It’s been an honor and a privilege to serve the communities...

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Posted on: September 19, 2019

Welcome to the Town of Westlake

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Check out our new Town video! We absolutely love it, mostly because it tells your story. We couldn't be more proud. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for making this the best community in all of North Texas. 

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Posted on: August 21, 2019

Westlake Proposed Property Tax Rate 2019-2020

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On Tuesday, August 20th, Westlake Town Council held a public meeting to consider the 2019-20 proposed ad valorem tax rate where staff recommended a slight increase for the coming year which the Council will now consider. If approved, the average home (val...

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Posted on: August 7, 2019

Westlake Academy Earns High Rankings

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Westlake Academy is making news once again for their stellar academic prowess. Niche just released their rankings for the best charter schools in Texas, and Westlake Academy ran away with the awards. They ranked the Academy as the number one charter middl...

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Posted on: July 25, 2019

Problem Getting Town Emails?

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Have you been getting all our emails? Quite often, Town staff sends emails about important news around Westlake, but we’ve heard from several of you that you’re not receiving them despite being on our distribution list. The main cause ...

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Posted on: May 29, 2019

REPLAY: Watch the Westlake Academy Graduation Ceremony

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You can watch the replay of the 2019 Westlake Academy graduation ceremony by clicking this link. Hope you enjoy!!

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Posted on: April 30, 2019

Roanoke Road Update

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Roanoke Road/SH 170 Update: As promised, Westlake would like to update not only our residents and businesses but also our Keller and Roanoke neighbors, and all drivers traveling through our communities.

Westlake staff, along with Keller and Roanoke represe...

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Posted on: April 25, 2019

Changes Possibly Coming to Roanoke Road

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Drivers could soon see major changes coming to the Roanoke Road/Highway 170 intersection. Due to the number of accidents in and around that area during the last few months, Town Council and Staff have recommended the Roanoke Road crossover be closed.

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Posted on: March 25, 2019

Noah Simon Named Westlake's New Deputy Town Manager

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The Town of Westlake is proud to announce the hiring of new Deputy Town Manager, Noah Simon. Simon comes to Westlake from Lexington, Virginia where he’s spent the last four and a half years serving as City Manager. While in Lexington, Simon had a major ro...

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Posted on: February 26, 2019

How Texas Cities Work

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Posted on: February 13, 2019

School Finance Reform and Its Impact on Westlake Academy

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We would like to encourage you to watch this informative WFAA news piece, a featured Verify story released in January, on State school finance reform.

Texas Governor Gregg Abbott, as well as leaders in both houses of the State legislature, have identified ...

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Posted on: January 25, 2019

Solana Trail Closure Notice

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The Solana Trail along Solana Boulevard across from the Terrace will be closed beginning February 4th through February 28th. Please watch for more communications about further trail closures in the Westlake Wire, our social media pages, and here on our we...

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Posted on: January 9, 2019

Public Art Competition Deadlines Extended

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As we first told you in November of last year, the Town of Westlake officially kicked off its public art competition in grand fashion. This first competition will focus on a work of art that would be placed on the corner of Dove and Davis in front of the ...

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Posted on: January 2, 2019

Short-Term Rentals Now Prohibited in Westlake

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A new Town ordinance has been put into place regarding short-term rentals. The ordinance, as approved by Town Council during their December 10th meeting, establishes that short-term rentals (STR) are not allowed in Westlake.

The definition of an STR is the...

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Posted on: December 17, 2018

The Knolls at Solana: The Impact on Wildlife

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Last week we told you about The Knolls of Solana, Westlake's newest neighborhood that's set to break ground today. In that piece, we talked about the history of the Knolls project as well as the extensive conservation efforts that are in place to maintain...

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Posted on: December 13, 2018

The Knolls at Solana: What You Need to Know

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You may have seen a new sign along Solana Boulevard across from Town Hall. It depicts the new Knolls residential neighborhood which is set to break ground on Monday. As crews prepare to get started, we have some important information about the project tha...

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Posted on: November 30, 2018

Westlake’s Tree Lighting Brings in HUGE Crowds!

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We couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate the holidays than with you, our friends and family of the Westlake community. More than 600 people from the Town and surrounding areas came out to be a part of this wonderful event.

From the ca...

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Posted on: November 28, 2018

Westlake Town Manager Tom Brymer to Retire

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Tom Brymer, Westlake’s Town Manager and Westlake Academy Superintendent since 2008, will be retiring effective March 31, 2019, as announced to Westlake’s Mayor and Town Council this past Monday night.

Mr. Brymer has overseen many succes...

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Posted on: November 21, 2018

Westlake's Public Art Competition is Underway

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The Town of Westlake is on the brink of becoming a major player in the world of Public Art with the exciting announcement of the official kick-off of their public art competition. Town Council, Staff, and the Public Art committee will help guide the Town ...

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Posted on: October 18, 2018

Hydrant Flushing taking place in Westlake

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Daily monitoring has shown lower than normal disinfectant levels in parts of the Westlake water distribution system. While the disinfectant levels are lower than normal, the water quality continues to meet all state and federal standards.

This situation is...

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Posted on: October 8, 2018

Westlake Academy Students Earn National Merit and AP Honors

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Westlake Academy is once again reaching new heights, this time with several students gaining nationwide recognition with National Merit and Advanced Placement (AP) Honors. This year, 43 students have been recognized as AP Scholars which includes 15 tradit...

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Posted on: October 5, 2018

Town Council Approves New Fiscal Year Budget & Property Tax Rate

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During the September 24th Town Council meeting, the Council officially approved Westlake's new 2018-19 budget which included a municipal property tax rate change of $0.01985. The new rate will now be $0.15600 per $100 valuation, up slightly from ...

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Posted on: September 19, 2018

Entrada Moving Forward

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Entrada. Is there a hotter topic around Westlake today? More specifically, people want to know, when will it be complete?  Since receiving initial approval from the Town Council in 2013, construction of the Entrada development has progressed at a...

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Posted on: September 13, 2018

Westlake nabs another Fortune 500 company

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Core-Mark, a Fortune 500 company based in San Francisco, plans to relocate its corporate headquarters to Westlake in 2019.

Scott McPherson, president and CEO of Core­Mark Holding Co. Inc. (Nasdaq: CORE), announced the mo...

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Posted on: August 24, 2018

Special Message: Entrada Development Update

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Dear Westlake resident,As we continue to receive frequent questions about the progress of the Westlake Entrada development, we want to share the latest update regarding this prominent mixed-use development. Attached you will find a letter from the develop...

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Posted on: August 17, 2018

Westlake Academy Ranks #1 in the State

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Congratulations to our students and staff on this incredible achievement! The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its new accountability grades/ratings this week, giving a letter grade or rating to all public schools. As a district, WA earned t...

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Posted on: June 27, 2018

Trash & Recycling Rates to Increase in August bill by $1.25

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We want to let our residents know about an upcoming rate increase from Republic Services regarding trash and recycling services. While Republic has not raised our service rates since 2016, a representative was present at the June 18 Town Council workshop ...

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Posted on: May 30, 2018

2018 Westlake Academy Graduation; Streaming Live on June 2

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Click the link below to watch it live at 2:00 pm on our Town of Westlake Facebook Page.

http://bit.ly/GraduationOnFacebook

Click the link below to watch it live at 2:00 pm on our Town of Westlake YouTube channel.

http://bit.ly/GraduationOnYouTube

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Posted on: September 14, 2016

Governor Abbott Announces Sabre Global Headquarters Expansion in Westlake

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Sabre GLBL Inc. will be expanding its headquarters at the Solana development in Westlake, Texas. Sabre is the leading technology services provider to the global travel industry with lines of business including its...Read on...

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Posted on: September 14, 2016

Welcome to Texas, Charles Schwab! Westlake ranks as Dallas' priciest 'burb

With financial services giant Charles Schwab Corp. (NYSE: SCHW) making a massive expansion in Westlake with a regional campus that will bring 1,200 new jobs to the region, there could be new residents looking for homes in this part of North Texas. In West...Read on...

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Posted on: September 14, 2016

From Roanoke to Southlake, Texas 114 is booming with eateries

When the Bread Winners Café and Bakery & Quarter Bar open this fall in Trophy Club, they will join a growing stable of restaurants in the cities that sit along Texas 114 in Northeast Tarrant County. In the past five years, the 17-mile stretch of freew...Read on...

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Posted on: August 18, 2016

Westlake grows into financial services industry cluster; Schwab joins list of corporate campus homes

WESTLAKE, Texas, Aug. 9, 2016 — A new corporate campus is coming to Westlake that will anchor a proposed mixed use development project on about 70 acres of land. The Charles Schwab Corporation is expanding its operations, bringing about 1,200 more jobs to...Read on...

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Posted on: July 8, 2016

Prayer vigil tonight at Keller PD

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dallas Police Department, Dallas Area Rapid Transit Police, and families and friends of the fallen officers and those injured. To honor the lives lost, a prayer vigil is being organized for 6 p.m. tonight at Keller Po...Read on...

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Posted on: August 18, 2016

Hillwood announces more details regarding SH114/170 mixed use development, adjacent to Schwab campus

While Westlake residents learned of this development project several months ago during initial planning with the Council, P&Z, and the landowner, we want our residents and all stakeholders to know we stand ready to continue working alongside of our pr...Read on...

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Posted on: July 8, 2016

FM 1938 Construction Update 07-08-16

Lovegrass Lane at FM 1938 will be closed beginning Tuesday, July 12 for approximately two weeks in order to perform roadway construction in this area. Alternate routes to/from Lovegrass Lane include using Peytonville Avenue. Johnson Road at FM 1938 will...Read on...

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Posted on: July 6, 2016

Street Maintenance Update

Be prepared for a few roadway changes on Monday, July 11, that will reopen Sam School Road and switch traffic to the north side of the round-a-bout.

These roadway changes are due to the reconstruction, realignment, and roundabout installation at the i...Read on...

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Posted on: June 24, 2016

F.M. 1938 Construction Update 06-24-16

The driveway access on FM 1938 (Davis Blvd.) to the Southlake DPS and Compass Bank just north of the FM 1709 intersection is planned to be closed beginning Monday, June 27 for approximately one month to perform reconstruction activities in this area. The...Read on...

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Posted on: June 22, 2016

Town of Westlake Honored for Transparency

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Opening financial books to the public, providing clear and consistent pictures of spending, and sharing information with taxpayers in a user-friendly format are some of the reasons the Town of Westlake was one of the first four cities to recently earn the...Read on...

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Posted on: June 16, 2016

What's on tap?

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This document, published annually shows what is in our water, what we test for, and the results of those tests.

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Posted on: May 25, 2016

Westlake Academy Ranked as the No.1 High School in Fort Worth

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Coming off the heels of new national rankings by U.S. News and World Report and The Washington Post, Westlake Academy is also ranked as a top area school by Children at Risk, a nonprofit organization that drives change for children through research, educa...Read on...

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Posted on: May 27, 2016

Westlake Academy Honors Teacher of the Year

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Westlake Academy honored four teachers this week for being finalists as Teacher of the Year during a special reception. Elizabeth Nairon, math teacher in the Middle Years Programme, took the honor as Westlake Academy’s third Teacher of the Year.

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Posted on: June 4, 2016

Congratulations to Westlake Academy Class of 2016!

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Westlake Academy's largest class to date celebrated success during their commencement ceremony at the Hurst Conference Center. We are so proud of our 60 graduates and wish them well on their new adventures!

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Posted on: May 17, 2016

May 2016 Election Canvassed

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During a special Town Council session May 16, the election was canvassed followed by Mayor Laura Wheat and council members Alesa Belvedere and Michael Barrett taking the oath of office. We want to thank all residents who took the time to vote, as Westlake...Read on...

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Posted on: May 12, 2016

Mosquito Sample Tests Positive for West Nile Virus, First of the Season

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Tarrant County Public Health (TCPH) has confirmed a West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito sample, the first of the 2016 season. No human cases have been reported in 2016. The positive mosquito sample was collected from the City of Arlington.

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Posted on: May 12, 2016

U.S. News and World Report, Washington Post Rankings Released

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National data was recently released and the Town of Westlake and Westlake Academy is pleased to announce that Westlake Academy is once again ranked in U.S. News and World Report as one the best high schools for 2016, nationally ranked at No. 58, No. 9 in ...Read on...

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Posted on: May 12, 2016

National Day of Prayer Event

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About 100 people from around the community came out to observe the 65th Annual National Day of Prayer during a service held at Fellowship United Methodist Church in Trophy Club. After Westlake Mayor Laura Wheat and mayors of Trophy Club and Roanoke presen...Read on...

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Posted on: November 8, 2022

Traffic Alert: Highway 170 Lane Closures

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TRAFFIC ALERT: There is work currently underway on the eastbound frontage road of Highway 170 that may impact your drive. The contractor is removing existing concrete pavement and will excavate and install new culvert boxes.  This has caused the ...
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Posted on: May 12, 2016

An Evening in Seville

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Former Mayor Scott Bradley and his wife Kelly, with support from the Westlake Public Arts Program and many other sponsors, invite you to "An Evening in Seville" from 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday, May 15, at the Bradley's historic home, Paigebrooke Farm ...Read on...

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Posted on: January 20, 2022

Aspen Lane Construction

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Starting Monday, January 24, 2022, the water on Aspen Lane will be turned off from 9:00 am to 11:00 am to make a water connection that is going to supply the nearby Westlake Ranch Development. On Tuesday, January 25, 2022, the road will be closed at Aspen...

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