Recognizing that effective government is a government of law, we the people of Rockwall, Texas establish this Charter as the basic law of our City. This Charter will provide a home rule government which will recognize and protect individual freedom, encourage interest and participation by the citizens, and serve in behalf of the general welfare. Rockwall University is a 12 course program (8 core courses and 4 electives) designed to let city employees learn more about the different departments within the city.