West Nile Virus Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT ABOUT THE CITY SPRAYING FOR MOSQUITOES? First, spraying chemicals in the streets will not rid the city of mosquitoes. The chemical must make contact with the insect to kill it, making it difficult to destroy mosquitoes hiding in grass, bushes, trees or backyards. Moreover, the chemicals have no residual effects and do nothing to kill mosquito larva thriving in stagnant water. Second, spraying for mosquitoes may give residents a false sense of security. The risk of someone being infected with WNV might then increase if fewer people decide not to use repellant before going outdoors. Third, adding harmful chemicals to environment can have unwanted secondary effects to both air and water. Lastly, residents living with respiratory problems such as asthma would be in danger of an outset of symptoms. Continue reading

Public Forms

Public Forms

The following forms are available to assist the public in communicating with your municipal government. Please select the form and print. Each form will provide you with contact information regarding submission of the form.

Application for Appointment to a Board, Commission, Economic Development Corporation or Crime Control and Prevention district position

Application for Reappointment by current board member

Meeting Public Comments form

Public Information Request Form

Damage Claim Form

Request for item placement on City Council agenda

Contact Us

Address:

City Hall
214 Meadow Park Drive
White Settlement, TX 76108
817-246-4971

email inquiries may be sent to:
information@wstx.us

Other links:

2012 Property Tax Rates

2012 Property Tax Rates
in City of White Settlement

This notice concerns the 2012 property tax rates for the City of White Settlement. It presents information about three tax rates. Last year’s tax rate is the actual rate the taxing unit used to determine property taxes last year. This year’s effective tax rate would impose the same total taxes as last year if you compare properties taxed in both years Continue reading

TCEQ Requirement Notice

LETTER FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
Regarding: TCEQ Requirement Notice Recently Mailed to the Water Customers of the City of White Settlement
The notice that was sent to our customers is self explanatory, but is so lengthy that people are confused.  The notice is in a form required by TCEQ when numbers are above the requirement.  When the City discovered the source, which was above the requirement, the well was taken out of Service.  Well #8 will be used for irrigation only at Central Park. Continue reading

Applications for Boards & Commissions

Notice to Citizens of White Settlement
The City of White Settlement is now accepting applications for ALL Boards and Commissions. Anyone wishing to serve the community on a Board or Commission may pick up an application from the City Secretary at City Hall during normal business hours or via the city website at www.wstx.us. If you have any questions feel free to contact the City Secretary via email at amyarnold@wstx.us.