Law Enforcement Report – November 2025
Deputies reported 89 total incidents in November, including:
22 assist complaints
11 accidental 911 hang-ups
24 traffic stops, resulting in 7 citations and 20 warnings
20 directive patrols
Traffic was described as “slow.” Directive patrols-where deputies sit in neighborhoods for 20–30 minutes-continue, especially around Flint Rock Gate to reduce speeding. Deputies also monitored Lohman's Gate after near-collisions caused by stop-sign violations and misuse of the resident lane.
Parks & Recreation Commission
Highlights from the December 8 meeting:
More mulch is needed under the playground swings; quotes are being collected.
The area condition report has expanded to cover the full walking loop.
Santa in the Park was a huge success, with ~250 attendees.
Parks Commissioners and alumni will gather for a year-end happy hour on December 18.
POA Liaison Report
The POA selected CCMC as its new property management partner beginning February 1.
All gates now have EMS-only keypads. Entering random codes will lock the keypad for three minutes.
The POA approved its budget, which includes a $150 increase in annual assessments to strengthen road reserves under a revised 20-year life-cycle model.
The POA annual meeting will be held January 22, with three open board seats and five candidates.
City Administrator & Emergency Management (CERT)
Work continues with Miguel and Nico to implement the Super City app, which will feature city events, and later, park reservations and payments.
The city is exploring establishing a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
CERT is a FEMA-backed volunteer program trained by fire, EMS, and police.
Training involves ~24 hours including a simulation drill.
The Hills is considering becoming a sponsoring agency.
Mayor’s Update: MUD Consolidation
Leadership from The Hills and Hurst Creek MUD met on November 20 to discuss recent resident questions regarding possible consolidation.
Both sides expressed openness to exploring it if-and only if-it clearly benefits residents in the long term.
No actions have been proposed yet, and conversations remain informational and fact-finding only.
Council Actions & Decisions
Financial and Investment Items
The Council approved:
November 2025 Treasurer’s Report
Resolution 2025-00008 – Updated Investment Policy
Resolution 2025-00009 – New authorized bank signers
Resolution 2025-12 – Participation in TEXPOOL investment pools
Committee Assignments
Youth Advisory Commission: Britney Mikausski
(Note: Commission is currently inactive due to a lack of applicants; reassessment planned.)
Parks & Rec: Marty Kate
MUD Liaison: Kevin Proud
POA Liaison: Tom Harelson
Items Continued to Future Meetings
1. City Logo Ordinance & License Agreement (2025-017)
The council discussed how the city logo may be used, especially for sponsorships and donated items (e.g., Welcome baskets).
Unauthorized use carries a maximum $500 fine.
The city must ensure any use serves a public purpose.
Further legal review is pending.
2. Locking Pedestrian Gates from Dusk to Dawn
Prompted by:
Damage caused by ebikes
Resident concerns about nighttime security and package theft
Legal counsel indicated nighttime closures may be permissible if reasonable. Council paused the decision to review prior agreements with the POA before moving ahead.
Future Agenda Items
Residents can expect upcoming discussions on:
City Logo Ordinance
Pedestrian Gate Hours
Google Fiber updates
Appointment of the Welcome Commission liaison
Why The Hills Observer Exists
The Hills Observer was created to give every resident direct, easy access to what is happening in our city-without filters, without gatekeeping, and without needing to dig through meeting recordings or navigate complicated documents.
I publish these summaries because informed residents build stronger communities. Losing or winning any election doesn’t change that mission. As long as decisions are being made that affect our neighborhoods, our parks, our safety, and our day-to-day life, you deserve to know what’s happening.
— Karthik Naralasetty, The Hills Observer