City of Duncanville

• There were 94 Total Building inspections this week. 57 inspections passed, 31 failed, 2 canceled, and 4 partial passes (A partial pass is when one phase of an inspection is done at a specific address but has not yet passed all inspections.)
  
• 43 Building Permits were issued this week.

Health Weekly Inspection Report

• This week, there were 20 Total Health Inspections, 1 Billing in Person for Annual Health Renewal, 6 for the Health Certificate of Occupancy, and 0 for Annual Swimming Pool Inspections. 6 Routine Health Inspections, 1 consultation, 4 Mobile Follow-up, 2 Notice of Violations

Total Fees Collected for the Week: $17,474.00

Garage Sales

• 351 SHOREWOOD DR. - 11/5/25 - 11/7/25
  
• 1362 WINDING TRAIL -  11/5/25 - 11/7/25
  
• 311 W RED BIRD LN - 11/5/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 515 SUMMIT RIDGE DR - 11/5/25 - 11/7/25
  
• 206 MERRIBROOK TRL - 11/6/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1126 CARAVAN TRL - 11/6/25 - 11/7/25
  
• 366 LINKWOOD DR - 11/6/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 406 ORIOLE CIR - 11/6/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1011 JUNGLE DR 1011 - 11/6/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1123 ORIOLE BLVD - 11/6/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 546 W RED BIRD LN - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 106 S CLARK RD - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1311 WEST RIDGE DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1222 WELLINGTON DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1368 GREEN HILLS CT - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 934 GAYNOR AVE - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1083 FAIRMEADOWS CIR NW - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 623 CENTER CIR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 102 BROOKSIDE DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 619 WOODHAVEN BLVD - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
•  311 HARMAN ST - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
• 1050 QUAIL RUN - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1230 LANSDALE - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 624 OLD COUNTRY RD - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1303 MCCALL DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1203 HIGH RIDGE DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 803 E CHERRY ST E - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 1366 WINDING RIDGE 11/7/25 11/10/25
  
• 1234 WESTMINISTER LN - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 202 ORIOLE BLVD - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 618 WREN AVE - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 602 ALAMEDA AVE - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 303 LINKMEADOW DR - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25
  
• 807 E CHERRY ST E - 11/7/25 - 11/10/25 

Rental Weekly Inspection Report

• A total of 27 rental inspections were scheduled this week: 0 passed, 27 failed, and 0 were canceled. The primary reasons for the failed inspections were the absence of GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection, missing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, inadequate ground rods, and water heaters that did not meet current code standards.
  
• 0 Single Family Rental Certificates of Occupancy have been reissued, and there are 11 apartment units this week, and zero complaints.

Installation of new LED display at S. Main St. and E. Wheatland Rd. is expected to take place during the first half of November 2025.

PUBLIC NOTICE

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Duncanville will be conducting a stream condition assessment on November 18, 2025, and November 19, 2025, as part of our Drainage Master Plan/Stream Condition Assessment.

The area covered on November 18th will be Mauk Branch from E. Wheatland Rd to E Danieldale Rd. The area covered on November 19th will be Ten Mile Creek from S Main St to East City Limits. The fieldwork involves walking in and along the stream channel. Minimal disruption is expected, and all personnel will carry official identification. For more information please contact: Matt Bryant, Director of Public Works, City of Duncanville, 972-780-4900 Option 0.

ASSESSMENT MAP (PDF - 686.7 KB)

Unofficial 2025 Election Results

On November 4, 2025, Duncanville voters considered 12 proposed amendments to the City Charter. Read the full Unofficial Election Results HERE.

City of Duncanville Launches MGO Platform for Resident Services

Beginning October 1, 2025, the City of Duncanville will launch My Government Online (MGO), a new service request platform that will make it easier than ever for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to connect with City services. Continued...

Duncanville Narcotics Investigation Leads to Seizure of Approximately $10 Million in Illegal Narcotics and Weapons

The Duncanville Police Department is happy to announce that three individuals were identified and will face federal narcotics charges after a lengthy police investigation resulted in the seizure of approximately $10,000,000 in illegal narcotics. Continued...

Important Update for Duncanville Residents

The September edition of The Champion will be the final printed newsletter delivered to homes. Beginning in October, the City will transition to mostly digital updates.

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

October 15, 2025 - Positive

October 22, 2025 - Positive

October 28, 2025 - Negative

November 5, 2025 - No Results

Fight the Bite

To help stop the spread of mosquitoes, residents should get rid of any standing water around their homes. You should also report dirty pools or abandoned homes where mosquitoes might be breeding. To report, call Duncanville Health Services at (972) 780-5000 or use the OurDuncanville app, found in the Apple App Store or Google Play.

To protect yourself from West Nile Virus, use bug spray with DEET. It's also a good idea to stay inside during dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are out the most.

• SportsKind Basketball League - 2 courts - Tuesday 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
  
• Church Service - Wednesday - 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Sunday, 10:30 AM -12:30 PM, Suite #101C, the Center
  
• Dallas Christian Home Educators (DasCHE) Homeschool Basketball Tournament - 6 courts - Friday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  

Emergency Management:

• Emergency Management Team (EMT) provided City Council with an update on the Outdoor Warning Siren Repair Plan.
  
• Emergency Management Team attended the Ellis County Emergency Managers meeting.
  
• EMT facilitated the second City of Duncanville Christmas Event Planning meeting.
  
• EMT attended the Dallas County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting
  
• EMT held the monthly Best Southwest Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) meeting, and 12 attendees got hands-on Stop the Bleed training.
  
• EMT conducted a winter weather Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training for the City of Cedar Hill.
  
• EMT conducted the monthly Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) test, alerting the Cities of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, and Duncanville.
  
• Emergency Management Team conducted the monthly Outdoor Warning Siren test.

Fire Administration 

• Attended the weekly City Executive team meeting.
  
• Continued meetings on implementation of Tyler Computer Assisted Dispatch-Record Management System to go live on November 18, 2025
  
• Attended the weekly Fire Administration meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
  
• Attended breakfast meeting with the City of DeSoto Fire Chief Bryan Southard and the City of Cedar Hill Fire Chief Rafael Reyes on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
  
• Attended the Great Southwest Community Emergency Response Team meeting on Monday, November 3, 2025.
  
• Continued meetings on the implementation of the Tyler Computer Assisted Dispatch-Record Management System to go live on November 18, 2025.
  
• Attended a meeting with Duncanville Lions Club.
  
• Attended the City Council meeting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
  
• Working on the Texas Fire Chiefs Association Best Practices project. Making significant progress and will likely finish in 2026, rather than 2029.
  
• Continuing to work on the Insurance Services Office (ISO) project.

Reviews

• Plan Reviews: 20
  
• Design Review Committee Review: 4

Inspections:

• Business:6
  
• Food Trucks: 1
  
• Fire Alarm Acceptance: 1

 Miscellaneous:

Attended monthly Paramedic Continuing Education.
Attended First Due Online Training.
Enrolled in Fire Marshal Certification Course.

Fire Operations:

The Fire Department responded to 150 calls for service in the past seven days. These included:

Fires: 4

• 1 Structure Fire in Duncanville
  
• 1 Structure Fire in Cedar Hill
  
• 1 Cooking Fire in Duncanville
  
• 1 Vehicle Fire in Cedar Hill

 Emergency Medical Services: 85

Accidents: 18

PERSONNEL

• Recruits Nahum Escudero and Lazaro Castro completed week 16 of the Tarrant County College Police Academy.
  
• Recruit Joseph Valdez completed week 1 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.
  

Duncanville residents, paid nonresidents, and city staff with a Duncanville Public Library card now have access to Kanopy—a passport to a world of captivating films and TV series! All you need is your library card. Find out more via https://duncanvilletx.kanopy.com/.

Upcoming Events:

Computer Basics returns in November on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM.

Ready to refresh your art materials or craft supplies and try something new? Get ready for the Craft Supply Swap on Saturday, November 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM! Bring materials for the swap between November 6, 2025, and November 13, 2025.Note: The regular Sewing Tutorial and Maker Time sessions will not be held on Saturday, November 15.

Children, join us for the next Read to Dogs program on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM, where you can practice reading to trained therapy dogs.

Ongoing Adult Programs:

• Craftmatic, Tuesdays at 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Craft something fantastic by hand! Create with paper crafts, collage, and other simple projects. For adults, but open to all ages.
  
• Computer Basics, Tuesdays at 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Learn the basic concepts of using a computer. Chromebooks are available, or bring your own device.
  
• Tech Tutors, Wednesdays at 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Get help with any of your own devices or on one of our public computers.

Ongoing Youth Programs:

• Homeschool Hangout, Mondays at 10:30 AM. Calling all homeschoolers! Join us in a space where students can engage in fun STEAM activities…or hang out with each other! For children aged 6 –11 and their families or caregivers.
• LEGO® Maniacs, Mondays at 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Come play with Legos!
  
• Baby Play, Tuesdays at 10:15 AM. Come play with your child in our discovery stations. Kids explore early concepts and fine motor skills all through interactive play. Ages 0 – 3 years, accompanied by a caregiver.
  
• Preschool Literacy Games, Tuesdays at 11:15 AM. Develop your child’s early literacy skills through alphabet, vocabulary, word work, and phonemic awareness games. Ages 3 – 6 and a caregiver.
  
• Crafty Readers, Wednesdays at 4:30 PM. Come hear a story and make a craft for children. Grades Kinder, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.
  
• Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:15 AM. Story time is fun for children aged 3 – 6 and their caregivers.
  
• Nursery Rhyme Time, Thursdays at 11:15 AM. Story time, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, & songs. Ages 3-6 years, accompanied by a caregiver.
  
• Game On! Tuesdays at 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Teens aged 12-18 can enjoy board games or console games (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5) together.
  

UPCOMING DESIGN INCENTIVE GRANT INFORMATION SESSIONS

All Duncanville small businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to attend an information session on the Design Incentive Grant Program, an initiative designed to provide financial assistance for exterior and interior design improvements, and more.

City staff will be available to answer questions and provide guidance to help make the most of this opportunity. Whether considering a façade upgrade, new business signage, or landscaping improvements, this session will provide Duncanville small businesses with the tools and information they need to get started.

Who Should Attend:

Duncanville small business owners, local entrepreneurs, and commercial property owners who are interested in revitalizing their business spaces.

When:

Pick 1 session to attend-
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Where:

City Hall – Council Chambers

REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

 Business Retention, Expansion & Recruitment Activities:

• Duncanville Automotive & Muffler: 919 South Main Street
  
• Freedom Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram: 815 East Camp Wisdom Road
  
  Business Attraction Activity
  
• Developer & Restaurant Owner Tour at the former Dallas County Tax Office- 100 East Wheatland Road  

Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) Updates

GRANTS (currently in process):

• Take Out Burgers – Signage Grant, $3,800, Approved by DCEDC– September 8, 2025
  
• RedBird Skateland – Pavement Grant, $6,871.50, Approved by DCEDC – September 8, 2025 // Approved by City Council – October 21, 2025
  
• Kim and Jenny’s Cafe- Incentive Agreement, $135,000, Approved by DCEDC – September 8, 2025 // Approved by City Council – October 21, 2025

Updates

• Railroad Flats Property – Unanimous approval of the sale of the property for the development of townhomes (owner-occupied) – Approval Date: October 27, 2025 // City Council public hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025
  
• Neon Cloud - Real Estate and Economic Development Video Project: Filming date scheduled for November 14, 2025. Camera and drone footage for a total of 18 targeted locations will be filmed by the Neon Cloud team.

Special Events

The Event Planning Committee met this week to continue preparations for the upcoming Holiday Lights in the Park celebration and parade. The group focused on finalizing parade operations, participant management, and on-site logistics to ensure a smooth and festive experience for all attendees.

 The City of Duncanville invites everyone to mark their calendars for Holiday Lights in the Park, happening Friday, December 5, 2025 at Armstrong Park! This festive community tradition will feature dazzling lights, live entertainment, the annual parade, and a special visit from Santa Larry.

Food Applications Closing Soon

Food vendor applications will officially close at 5:00 PM on Friday, November 7, 2025. Interested vendors are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to secure a spot at this year’s event.

Stay Connected

Additional event details, including parade participant information, entertainment highlights, and volunteer opportunities, will be shared soon. Residents are encouraged to stay tuned and follow the City’s official social media channels for the latest updates.

Accounting and Reporting

Week of October 30, 2025, to November 05, 2025:
Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 44 invoices were processed, totaling $779,096.60.

Read the

•  June 2025 Monthly Financial Report
• July 2025 Monthly Financial Report

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The Human Resources Department is currently recruiting for the following positions:

• City Engineer Crew Leader
  
• Mowing Maintenance Worker II
  
• Mowing Maintenance I
  
• Horticulture Crew Leader
  
• Horticulture Park Maintenance - PT
  
• Crew Leader – Streets

The Human Resources Department is currently recruiting. Interested candidates may review current openings, including job descriptions, and apply online at Current Openings.

The Police and Fire Departments are actively recruiting candidates to fill vacancies within their Civil Service entry-level positions.

Become a member today! The minimum age to join is 50. For more information, contact the Senior Center at (972) 707-3864.

Upcoming Events

• Palm Primary Craft Activity – Friday, November 7, 2025 - 12:45 PM
  
• Share and Care Meeting – Monday, November 10, 2025 - 10:00 AM
  
• Bingo – Monday, November 10, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  
• The Great Ladies of Jazz – Monday, November 10, 2025 - 1:15 PM
  
• Slovacek’s – Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 9:00 AM
  
• Veteran’s Day Celebration – Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - 11:00 AM
  
• Goldenaires Performance – Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 10:00 AM
  
• Birthday Celebration – Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 12:00 PM
  
• Painting with a Twist – Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - 1:00 PM
  
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, November 13, 2025 - 10:45 AM
  
• Ivory Truth Music Performance – Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:00 AM

PARKS

• Crews cleaned up the Cockrell Hill underpass.
  
• Crews removed a fallen tree from a homeowner’s property at Harrington Park.
  
• Crews performed citywide playground inspections at Armstrong, Harrington, Red Bird, Lakeside, Waterview, Alexander, and Chris Paris Parks.
  
• Crews removed fallen and dead trees at Rotary Park, Cedar Ridge, and along the James Collins fence line.
  
• Crews completed City Hall landscape cleanup, including Elephant Ear and Hibiscus trimming, and Decomposed Granite area restoration.
  
• Staff performed bed maintenance at Rotary, Kidsville, Splash Pad, and multiple raised beds (Cedar Ridge, Wheatland, Duncanville Recreation Center, and the Duncanville Library).
  

Recreation Center

Weekly Highlight

This week, we are excited to highlight the launch of our newest program, Kidokinetics! This class will be held every Monday throughout November from 10:00 AM to 10:45 Designed for children ages 1–5, the program helps young participants develop motor and cognitive skills in a non-competitive environment while building confidence. Each class introduces a new sport, focusing on teaching balance, hand-eye coordination, and dexterity. The class is $80 for a month or $20 per drop-in session.

Program Update:

Ayyye Line Dancing hosted a Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness–themed class this week. Participants wore pink and purple and enjoyed a special session that combined line dancing with meaningful awareness efforts. Following the class, instructor Tiffany Ashford provided snacks, treats, and refreshments. A total of 15 participants attended and took part in this event.
In the room next door, our Jazzercise class held its 3rd Annual Glow Party, raising funds to support food donations for the Tri-City Animal Shelter. The event welcomed 20 participants and successfully raised nearly $700. Instructor Sheilla Jhonston organized a raffle with prizes and also provided snacks and refreshments.

Upcoming Events

Armstrong Park

• November 8, 2025 – Movies in The Park: Red Tails & Behind Enemy Lines (Double Feature) – 5:30 PM
  
• December 6, 2025 – Concerts in The Park: Christmas Carols in The Park – Lovely Lady S / Winter Bazaar – 6:00 PM
  
• December 20, 2025 - Movies in The Park: Home Alone & Santa Claus (Double Feature) – 7:00 PM

Recreation Center

• December 13, 2025 – Cookies with Santa – 6:00 PM
  
• January 1 - January 31, 2026 – Membership Drive

1. The Planning and Zoning Department will have a Planning & Zoning Commission meeting next Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM inside Council Chambers at City Hall. 

Cedar Ridge Drive Improvements

• On October 8, 2025, staff held a bid opening for the Cedar Ridge Drive Roadway Improvements Project. Eight bids were received, and staff are currently reviewing the submissions.

Right-of-Way Permitting

• Ironhorse Construction is wrapping up Phase 2 of the Atmos gas main rehabilitation project and is expected to be completed within the next 6 weeks. There will be two additional phases of construction to follow.

Street Division

• Crews laid a drive approach tie-in with asphalt on Lady Lane.
  
• Crews repaired a utility cut by pouring concrete on Adams Avenue.
  
• Crews replanted and watered grass around the newly installed ADA ramp, sidewalk, curb, and gutter replacements at Shannon Drive and Meadowglen Drive.
  
• Crews repaired a utility cut with hot mix asphalt on Adams Avenue.
  
• Crews laid hot mix asphalt on Greenway Drive.
  
• Crews repaired seven potholes across various locations throughout the city.
  
• Crews removed two fallen trees from the right-of-way at Eastbound Wheatland Road and Carder Street.
  
• Crews completed phase two of ADA ramp, sidewalk, curb, and gutter replacements at Shannon Drive and Meadowglen Drive, Kathrine Court/Alexander Avenue.
  
• Crews removed a tree obstructing the creek flowline on Greenway Drive.

Utilities Division

• From October 27 – November 2, 2025, 29,949,730 gallons of water were pumped. The estimated water loss for that week was 202,262 gallons, including hydrant flushing.