Heath council hears update on water "bridge" plan; staff to pursue funding and return with bond proposal

At its Jan. 28 meeting, the Heath City Council received a presentation updating the city's "water bridge" plan and a feasibility study being prepared by Grantham & Associates to increase the city's local water supply.

The study aims to reduce Heath's reliance on purchased water from the City of Rockwall under the city's 2021 contract. City staff said the plan centers on adding well capacity and storage'including a proposed 1,500,000‑gallon elevated storage tank and additional wells identified in the master water plan.

Why it matters: Heath currently buys water under a contract adopted in 2021. Staff and the consulting firm are seeking to develop local sources and storage so the city can meet summertime demand spikes and reduce long‑term rate pressure. The council directed staff to pursue available funding avenues and return with a bond package and formal recommendations.

Mr. Reid,…