COVID-19 Reopening Guidelines for City of Rockdale

In response to Governor Abbott's "Open Texas" guidelines, the City of Rockdale management staff has prepared a plan for Rockdale to take the phased-in approach and reopen city facilities and amenities. The attached list includes steps that will be taken.

Changes to the Declaration of Local State of Disaster

To view a copy of the Termination of Local Declaration of Disaster and Order, click here.

To view a copy of the "Texans Helping Texans - Governor’s Report to Open Texas" dated April 27, 2020, click here. 

To view current Executi...

Notices of Intention to Issue Certificates of Obligation

The City of Rockdale has issued the following Notices resulting from Council action at their regular meeting on Monday, April 13, 2020:

Notice of Intention to Issue Combination Tax and Surplus Net System Revenue Certificates of Obligation (DWSRF) - PDF&...

Dumpster Available for Customers at City Yard (thru May)

Due to limited trash services thru the end of May, the City has a dumpster available to our trash customers (on a limited basis) at the City Yard. The dumpster is for excessive household trash ONLY. No bulk items will be allowed.

Trash Services Limited for Customers (thru May)

Waste Connections has notified the City that they will only service GREEN CARTS(and dumpsters) thru the end of May. Trash MUST be bagged in cart. NO bulk or additional bags/items will be serviced during this time in order to protect the workers' health.

Apply for Rockdale Home Program

For City Residents Only - Do you own your home?  Is it in need of repair?  Is your household low to moderate income?  You may even qualify for a NEW HOME!  The Rockdale Home Program is funded by the Texas Department of ...

Emergency Notification System (ENS) CodeRED/ONSOLVE

The ENS is a critical communication tool for the City and County to provide real-time, mass notifications to our citizens for their safety and protection. All citizens are urged to register for notifications. To register for City of Rockdale, click link.

Splash Pad at Sumuel Park

The Splash Pad will be closed for the Fall and Winter months. Beginning on May 1 thru November 1, 2020, the Splash Pad will be open from 8 AM to 8 PM.

PHI Cares - Milam County Membership Upgrade

Milam County residents can use the attached form to upgrade their PHI Air Medical emergency transport membership to national household benefit coverage. This option provides extended benefits beyond Milam County to other PHI Cares coverage areas.

Meter Change Request

With the implementation of the new rate structure designating the 3/4" meter as standard, some customers have requested to downsize meters. The City has created a form for citizens to make the official written request. See attached link for copy of form.

Revised HOT Fund Application Form

The application form for requesting Hotel Occupancy Tax Funds has recently been revised. A copy of the revised form is available on the attached link or on the Forms & Documents page of this website. Any questions should be directed to the city manager.

Fire Hydrant Flushing

The next fire hydrant flushing day will be on June 17, 2020.

Upcoming Meetings

To view a schedule of upcoming meetings, click on the link provided.

Applicants Needed for City Boards and Commissions

The City of Rockdale is accepting applications for the Building Standards Commission, the Planning & Zoning Commission, and the Park Board. Applications should be submitted to Rockdale City Hall, 505 W. Cameron Avenue. See link for application form.

Historical Walking Tour

Rockdale visitors and residents are encouraged to take a stroll through town using our Historical Walking Tour brochure and map. Click link provided to view brochure.

Recycle Bin

The City's recycle bin has been moved to City Hall (located at the south end of the employee parking lot). The recycle bin is for City of Rockdale water customers ONLY. Items MUST be removed from plastic bags prior to placement in recycle bin.

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