We kicked off the summer last month at Celebrate Highland Village. It was a beautiful evening in Highland Village! Our City employees absolutely knocked it out of the park. From the incredible performance by Emerald City Downtown Fever, to the delicious food trucks (I definitely ate more than I should have!), to the spectacular fireworks display, every detail made for a memorable celebration. A heartfelt thank you to our amazing City staff, volunteers, sponsors and everyone who came out to enjoy the evening with family, friends and neighbors. Events like this remind me why I love this community so much. Thank you, Highland Village, for making our city such a special place to call home. Mark your calendar now for next year’s event on Saturday, June 12, 2027.
If you are interested in playing a role in the City, I encourage you to apply to serve on a City Board or Commission. We are currently accepting applications for appointment to our boards and commissions. In September, Council appoints interested residents to the Planning & Zoning Commission, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, the Community Development Board (which oversees the planning and budget of the 4B sales tax, which is designated for trails and the soccer complex), the Zoning Board of Adjustments, and the Ethics Board. In order to be considered for appointment, you need to fill out an application. All the details and application are available on the City website at highlandvillage.org/volunteer. I can tell you, serving our wonderful City is a very rewarding experience.
The splash pad at Doubletree Ranch Park is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day except Thursdays for maintenance. The Parks Department added new elevated water features, providing for more interactive fun for the kids. Along with the splash pad, there are shade structures along the grassy area, tables and benches, a playground and the treed area south of the splash pad for hammocking or just hanging out on the rock benches. Also over at Pilot Knoll Park, BLUET SUP offers stand-up paddle boarding and kayak rentals…