Latest Mayor Laura Hill News

The Southlake Library is proud to introduce two new library card designs for patrons, which showcase the artistic talent of Southlake residents. Carroll High School Senior Bella Hanson and Southlake resident, John P. Denk Jr., were selected by Mayor Laura Hill and the Mayor’s Alliance for Unity & Culture as two of the winners of…

Ideas are beginning to take shape for the artwork planned to be installed at the Park Village fountain at the corner of Southlake Boulevard and Carroll Avenue.   During a joint meeting January 27, Mayor Laura Hill, the City Council and the Southlake Arts Council discussed art options and timeframe for the installation.  The Arts Council envisions a…

Southlake Town Hall has a new accessory this week as the City's first mural titled "I Believe in Southlake," was unveiled on Tuesday, December 8. Inspired by the public art displays in New Orleans, it was developed to show some of the many reasons why Southlake is vibrant and unforgettable. Mayor Laura Hill said City…

In tribute to Southlake’s 2020 High School Seniors, Project Graduation is taking over the front part of Southlake Town Square. “Our high school seniors are amazing,” said Mayor Laura Hill.  “They have been through so much because of the COVID-19 crisis; we wanted to find a special way to honor them.” For several weeks, Mayor…

Governor Greg Abbott has updated his COVID-19 executive orders to start the re-opening of many more Texas businesses. As of May 1, retail stores, restaurants, movie theatres, malls, and museums are allowed to open up to 25% occupancy.  The occupancy can expand to 50% on May 18 under phase 2 if there is no surge…

At the April 21 City Council meeting, Mayor Laura Hill spoke about plans to form a business leaders task force to support Southake’s business and economic recovery following the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders. “We want to get Southlake back on its feet, and we want to do it responsibly and safely,” said Mayor Laura Hill. In…

In an afternoon press conference, Governor Greg Abbott revealed his plan to re-open the Texas economy. The Governor issued several executive orders that lay out a phased opening strategy that touches healthcare, restaurants, retail, schools, and state parklands. The re-opening plan also includes testing requirements and social distancing strategies. He indicated that Texas’ stay-at-home order…

A poignant milestone was reached today on the North White Chapel and Highland Street roundabout. The Be The Bridge public art piece is now in place. “It’s an emotional day,” said Mayor Laura Hill. “In the middle of all of this uncertainty, to have this beautiful sculpture take it rightful place in the heart of…

A Stay At Home order has been issued for Tarrant County residents by Tarrant County Judge Glen Whitley, in effect from 11:59 p.m. today, March 24, until April 7, 2020. At a Tuesday (3/24) press conference, Judge Whitley announced that he would issue an executive order that requires Tarrant County residents to stay home and…

As a result, of the special March 23, 2020, virtual meeting, the Southlake City Council voted to extend Mayor Laura Hill’s First Amended Declaration of Local Disaster and Public Health Emergency. The initial March 17, 2020, Declaration was for a period of seven days, and the Mayor signed a First Amended Declaration on March 23,…