The Republican Party of Rockwall County announces leadership change
The Executive Committee of the Rockwall County Republican Party elected Tony Fisk to fill the unexpired term of Paul Wilson, after his resignation to spend more time with his family.
Mr. Fisk is currently the President of the Rockwall County Republican’s Men’s Club. It is his intention to step down as the Men’s club president, after calling the Executive Committee of the Men’s club to order next week. The Presidency of the Men’s Club will then be assumed by Brian Williams, currently the club’s vice-president.
Both men are notable leaders in Rockwall County with a long record of service to the community. The Party made the following statement regarding the promotions of both gentlemen. “The Republican Party of Rockwall County is a conservative group of people who are concerned about the expansion of the Federal Government, the constant intrusion of government into our daily lives and the loss of basic rights of individuals; which have been the historical cornerstone of our democracy and economic system. We work at the county level, lend our support to district and state candidates, and promote federal candidates who protect our individual rights. Tony and Brian are great examples of people who believe in limited government and living by the principles of an American work ethic, family values, and protecting individual rights. We are fortunate to have two outstanding leaders like Tony and Brian in our community.”
Rockwall City Council authorizes staff to work with Landscapes Golf Group
The Rockwall City Council has authorized the City of Rockwall staff to work with Landscapes Golf Group on a new lease agreement for the portion of the Shores golf course that is located on land controlled by the city. The Council has authorized the action based on an agreement between Landscapes Unlimited Golf Group, Hillcrest Bank and IRI Golf Group (current owner of The Shores) to transfer ownership of the property from IRI to Landscapes Golf Group. The property includes the golf course, a clubhouse and swimming pool and tennis courts.
“We believe Landscapes Golf Group will provide a professional, well-operated and functional golf course at The Shores, which has been our goal all along,” said Rockwall City Manager Julie Couch. “The council has been committed to improving course conditions and to getting the course reopened. We have every hope that this will be accomplished by Landscapes Golf Group.”
Headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, Landscapes Unlimited, the parent company, was founded in 1976. They own and/or operate more than 20 golf courses nationwide and also have a construction services division. The company had previously completed work for the City of Rockwall on Shores Park, Boat Ramp Park, Hickory Ridge Park and Emerald Bay Park.
Problems originated between the City and IRI related to upkeep of the golf course on property owned by the City of Dallas and leased to the City of Rockwall, which includes the back nine holes along with portions of another four.
Rockwall city officials cancelled IRI’s lease in May citing numerous ongoing instances of contract breach related to upkeep of the golf course.
In July, IRI filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and closed the course.
No specifics of the agreement between IRI and Landscapes Golf Group have been released.
“We are very excited about this opportunity with Landscapes Golf Group,” said Mrs. Couch. “We know they are a quality company from past experience, and we look forward to a long and successful relationship with them.”
City of Rockwall Water Quality
Don’t blame your dishwasher for the white, cloudy residue on glassware and dishes – it could be the result of hard water.
The City of Rockwall’s water supplier is North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). NTMWD officials say the treated water they supply is considered moderately hard due to the raw water source – Lavon Lake. Hard water can cause scaling, which is the left-over mineral deposits formed after the hard water has evaporated. It is also referred to as “lime scale”. Hard water buildup comes from the natural minerals that are in the water supply: calcium bicarbonate, magnesium carbonate, iron, lime and other minerals.
City of Rockwall Customers are noticing the spots because the minerals dissolved in water may leave deposits behind after water is heated and evaporated. It can also make bath/shower tiles and glass appear cloudy and spotty or leave a cloudy residue on glassware. There may also be a white, cloudy film on the inside of the dishwasher.
The “hardness” of water doesn’t alter the quality of the drinking water. The treated water supplied to Rockwall meets and/or exceeds state and federal Safe Drinking Water Standards.
Visit www.ntmwd.com/water_quality.html to learn how hard your
drinking water is.
To aid in the removal of the scaling in your dishwasher, first try adjusting the amount of detergent by using only what is recommended by the manufacturer. Also, try using commercial rinse aid products or use white vinegar as a rinse aid.
Due to the variability of hardness, NTMWD continually tests the quality of raw water entering its plant to obtain data to determine adjustments to the treatment process, which might reduce scaling.
Please go to www.ntmwd.com/index.html for more information. The City of Rockwall has more information on water at http://www.rockwall.com/Newsroom/WaterFacts.pdf
Toyota Cup Triathlon to be held in Rockwall Texas
LIFE TIME FITNESS TRIATHLON SERIES
RACE TO THE TOYOTA CUP SET FOR OCTOBER 10, 2010 IN DALLAS;
Race Continues to Serve as Championship for Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup; New Course Set of 2010 Event
DALLAS (April , 2010) – The 2010 Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup will be held in Dallas on October 10, 2010. This year, the Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon features a new course at The Harbor in Rockwall, Texas.
The new course changes the event from its original point-to-point format to a circular course. It offers a 1.5K swim at Lake Ray Hubbard, with a 40K bike ride through the community of Rockwall, and a 10k run, that starts and ends at The Harbor in Rockwall.
“I am excited about our new course design which improves participant logistic and spectator viewing,” said Dave Campbell, vice president, Life Time Fitness Athletic Events. “Logistically, the new course will substantially enhance participants’ experience, streamlining equipment transportation, transition areas and lodging. For participants and spectators alike, the Harbor offers the perfect landscape with the beauty of the lake and the amenities of Hilton Bella Harbor hotel and shops in the Harbor complex.”
“We are thrilled and proud to be hosting the U.S. Open, where the Race to the Toyota Cup Champions will be crowned.” said Bill Cecil, Mayor of Rockwall. “The Harbor complex is the perfect setting for this event, for athletes and spectators alike.”
Held four consecutive years in Dallas, the Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon serves as the championship event for the six-race Life Time Fitness Triathlon Series Race to the Toyota Cup.
The Life Time Fitness Triathlon Race to the Toyota Cup uniquely combines six of the most prominent international-distance triathlon events in the world:
- Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon (PHILLYTRI), June 27,
- Life Time Fitness Triathlon in Minneapolis, July 10,
- Nautica New York City Triathlon, July 18,
- Chicago Triathlon, August 29,
- Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Triathlon, October 3
- Toyota U.S. Open Triathlon in Dallas, October 10