Citizens' experiencing sewer back up problems should contact the Public Works Department before contacting a plumber. Wastewater personnel will investigate and determining if the problem is on the city side or customer side of the line. If the problem is on the city side, city crews will resolve the problem. If it is determined the problem is on the customer's side, the residents will be notified and advise to contact a plumber. Contact the Public Works Department, M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at (817) 299-1830, after 5 p.m., call (817) 299-1880.

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Spring is here again and along with it comes the dreaded mosquito. The City of Richland Hills advises residents to eliminate mosquito-breeding areas now to avoid diseases.

In partnership with Tarrant County, Richland Hills will continue to sample mosquito populations and work to identify and address local problem areas. Still, residents must do their part by taking actions now to stop mosquitoes from breeding around their homes.

Attempting to eradicate adult mosquitoes is costly and ineffective in controlling disease outbreaks. Preventing mosquitoes before they hatch is key to protecting humans from mosquito-borne diseases. When it comes to protecting yourself and your family from mosquitoes, always remember the following:

• Dusk and dawn are the times of day you should try to stay indoors. This is when infected mosquitoes are most active.

• Dress in long sleeves and pants when you’re outside. For extra protection, you may want to spray thin clothing with repellent.

• Drain standing water in your backyard and neighborhood – old tires, flowerpots and clogged rain gutters. These are mosquito breeding sites.

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The City was awarded a $1,580,000 Infrastructure and Non-Infrastructure grant from the Texas Department of Transportation for the Safe Routes to School Program that will include the construction of sidewalks and signage upgrades in areas near the 3 school’s in Richland Hills The non-infrastructure activities will include educational events for schools and residents, hosting a Bike Rodeo and participating in the national Walk To School program. Infrastructure construction is expected to begin in late 2011 and Non-Infrastructure activities will begin in January 2011. This is a 100% funded grant that requires no matching city funds.

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The city anticipates beginning construction of 3 detention ponds on Stream BFC 5 in the summer of 2011 and design of the Matthews Interceptor in late 2011 or early 2012. These improvements will reduce flooding south of Baker Blvd. along Stream BFC 5.

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In efforts to reduce inflow & infiltration (I & I) into the city sewer system, the City will begin an inspection and smoke testing program of the sewer manholes and city sewer lines in March & April, 2011. This program will allow the city to identify sewer lines that are in need of replacement and anticipates construction to replace these lines beginning in late 2011.

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The City implemented the Private Sewer Service Replacement Reimbursement Program which provides a maximum reimbursement of $500.00 to residents who replace their private sewer service. Residents should contact the Community Development office for additional information.

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Richland Hills residents can now enjoy the new 8’ wide concrete walking trail at Rosebud Park.

The new trail is 1/3 mile in distance and provides a safe, comfortable surface for walking and/or jogging.

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