Latest Coronavirus News

With the recent updated mask guidance provided last week by the CDC, the City of Southlake will no longer require face coverings be worn by its employees. “The City of Southlake has followed federal, state and local health department guidelines throughout this pandemic and will continue to do so as we all move forward navigating…

There are two aspects of the law enforcement profession that are constant: the call to act in an individual’s time of need and having to rely on others in your own time of need. Both aspects of a law enforcement career carry their own situational rules, all of which are aimed and geared towards providing…

While the uncertainties around COVID-19 has put a damper on in-person interactions, it has pushed many to utilize existing technologies and further e-services. Southlake’s City Secretary’s Office took the lead with digital projects within their own department and assisting other departments, all while working remotely themselves. The CSO assisted HR with Laserfiche training to create…

COVID-19 transitioned life for everyone, with many organizations promoting changes they’ve made in the interest of public safety. HR Director Stacey Black said the internal changes initiated through COVID-19 are not always visible. “Our department’s efforts have been two-fold so that we’re protecting the public, but also protecting our greatest asset, our employees,” she said.…

Every one of us can say that dealing with COVID-19 for the last several months has impacted our lives. Local artist and former Carroll ISD art teacher Gayle Bunch set out to morph those feelings into art when she created her first piece about COVID-19. When Southlake Mayor Laura Hill saw Bunch’s painting on social…

The Southlake City Council approved an Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Tarrant County during the June 2 session, to receive funding as part of the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The CARES Act is designed to provide immediate economic assistance for industries and municipalities who have been impacted by COVID-19. Tarrant County…

By using a little ingenuity, Metroport Teen Court is still in session despite changes associated with COVID-19. Teen Court is a voluntary program funded by the cities of Colleyville, Grapevine, Keller, and Southlake that allows teens in middle school or high school the opportunity to keep Class C Misdemeanors off their permanent record.  Teen defendants go…

City of Southlake CFO Sharen Jackson provided a financial outlook during the May 19 City Council meeting. Just like other organizations around the world, COVID-19 has impacted the City’s finances and operations. Two key revenue streams for the City of Southlake have been significantly affected, sales tax and hotel occupancy tax, also known as HOT.…

As a result of today’s announcements by Governor Abbott, the following outdoor park facilities and amenities will re-open with limited use on May 1, 2020. Dog Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts at Bicentennial Park (no more than 4 participants per court) Batting Cages at Bicentennial and Bob Jones Parks Restrooms Pavilions Picnic Tables Benches With…

The City of Southlake continues to operate under a Level Two emergency activation in reaction to the spread of the COVID-19 virus. This activation means that the City’s Executive Leadership Team and selected support staff are actively managing the situation on a daily basis to ensure the protection of the public’s health and safety while…