Families will be able to enjoy the Christmas Tree and all of the holiday lights and scenery along Grand and Hawk Avenues through Jan. 2. Other upcoming holiday activities include the Run, Run Rudolph Family Fun 5K Run & Walk, Keep NRH Beautiful's Christmas Lighting Contest, Breakfast with Santa, a holiday fundraising concert by the Bell Conte Ringers and more. You can view the full list of upcoming holiday events on the city's website.

Residential Street Reconstruction - The reconstruction of Diamond Loch West Courts (2 cul-de-sacs) began the week of Nov. 7 and is anticipated to be completed before Thanksgiving. The contractor will begin work Nov. 28 on Meadow Oak Drive, followed by Pearl Street, and Southampton Drive. Residents will receive door hangers prior to any work beginning on their street. Every effort will be made to minimize impacts to residents during construction. Driveways will be temporarily inaccessible only while fresh asphalt is being poured and compacted in front of your driveway. The replacement of underground utilities was recently completed on Stonybrook Drive, between Stephanie Drive and Crestview Drive, and is in progress on Dawn Drive in preparation for those street reconstruction projects in 2023.

Bedford-Euless Road Reconstruction - Work is continuing on the north side of the roadway.

Glenview Drive Reconstruction - Atmos Energy is continuing to work on relocating and improving its utility infrastructure along Glenview.

Iron Horse Boulevard East Reconstruction - The Economic Development Administration (EDA) recently approved the engineering plans and specs for this project, which allows the city to proceed with soliciting construction bids. Their approval was required because the project is being funded in part by a CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant from the Economic Development Administration.

Visit the 2020 Street Bond Program webpage for more information about current and upcoming projects. Questions can be directed to Public Works at 817-427-6400.

At their Nov. 14, 2022 meeting, the City Council awarded a contract to Bean Electrical Inc. for the construction of the new traffic signal at the intersection of Davis Boulevard and Hightower Drive. The construction timing will be dependent upon the delivery of the signal poles and components. We will share more information as it becomes available.

The City Council has appointed a Charter Review Task Force to consider updates to the City Charter. The City Charter is a legal document that describes the city’s boundaries, form of government and general powers; establishes its administrative structure; establishes the authority for granting of franchises and other functions; and provides for controls such as initiative, referendum, and recall. The North Richland Hills City Charter was originally adopted in 1964 and was last amended in 2001. Since the last amendments, portions of the Charter are now in conflict with State law; and updates should be considered to a few other sections. Following their review, the Charter Review Task Force will make recommendations to the City Council who will consider calling a Charter Amendment Election.

North Richland Hills Municipal Court will be temporarily closed Dec. 15 - 19 due to a software system conversion. During this closure Court services, inquiries into case information and online payments will not be available. The Court will resume all services on Tuesday, Dec. 20. Any due dates that fall within this closure period will be extended to Dec. 20. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Court at 817-427-6700 during normal business hours.

The City of NRH reminds you to never pour cooking oil or grease from your holiday feasts down the drain! Grease clogs your pipes and can cause expensive sewer backups. Protect your home, city and the environment by properly disposing of cooking oil and grease. You can pour small amounts of oil and grease over newspaper or paper towels and place it in the garbage. Larger amounts can be collected and recycled into biodiesel or biogas.

NRH Public Works will collect used cooking oils and grease for recycling Dec. 5 - 8 and Jan. 3 - 6. Please call 817-427-6440 to arrange a pick-up. Containers holding discarded oil and grease must be made of plastic and have a screw-top lid. This program is for residents and excludes commercial users. Petroleum products are not accepted. Please visit http://www.defendyourdrainsnorthtexas.com/ to learn more.

If you’re wanting to help local families in need this holiday season, consider making a donation to the NRH Toy & Food Drive or the Mayoral Red Kettle Challenge.

Toy & Food Drive - New, unwrapped toys and boxed or canned food can be dropped off at any NRH Fire Station or the Public Safety lobby at City Hall through Christmas. Donations are given to the Community Enrichment Center who distributes them to needy families in the community.

Red Kettle Challenge - Mayor Oscar Trevino is competing against mayors of other area cities to see who can raise the most money for the Salvation Army this holiday season. If you would like help, you can donate through the Mayor’s virtual red kettle link or by texting NRH to 71777. Helpers will also be ringing the bell at some of our local stores on Dec. 10. All donations help the Salvation Army assist local families in need at Christmas time and throughout the year.

Whether you give to one of these charities or another of your choosing, we thank you for giving back to the community!