City of Heath Awarded Scenic City Certification

Heath, Texas — The City of Heath has been awarded the Scenic City Certification by Scenic Texas, an organization dedicated to supporting and recognizing Texas municipalities that implement high-quality scenic standards for public roadways and public spaces.

“Our citizens have always known that Heath is a very special and beautiful community, but earning this certification promotes the message throughout the country that our City is an attractive place to live and work,” said Heath Mayor John Ratcliffe.

The Scenic City application process contained 73 possible criteria points, including a percentage of park and open space, implementation of multi-use trails and recreation areas, strong litter enforcement laws, street lighting standards, and utility line management.

“The benefits of having the ordinances and programs that enabled Heath to earn the Scenic City certification are numerous,” said Mayor Ratcliffe. “These stringent regulations ultimately help to maintain property values, enhance economic development efforts, and improve the quality of life and sense of place our residents enjoy.”

The City of Heath will be honored as a Scenic City during the Texas Municipal League Annual Conference held this October in Houston. Other Texas cities earning the certification in 2011 include Frisco, Fairview, Grapevine, Horseshoe Bay and Trophy Club.

Heath Scenic Road | Courtesy of the City of Heath