City of Duncanville

Santa Cop toy drive is underway!

Donation boxes have been placed at multiple locations around the city (see list below) as we prepare to collect toys for our annual Santa Cop program, helping bring holiday joy to local children and families in need. Boxes placed at:

• Police Station lobby
• City Hall lobby
• Chamber of Commerce lobby
• Duncanville Senior Center
• Inwood Bank
• Champions Cove

Drop off a new, unwrapped toy and help make this season brighter for those who need it most! Also, if you would like to have a box placed at your business or church, or make a monetary donation, please reach out to Officer Arias at [email protected] or at (972) 780-5027.

Let's come together as the wonderful community that we are, to make this the best Christmas ever for deserving families!

• There were 77 Total Building inspections this week. 54 inspections passed, 21 failed, 0 canceled, and 2 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.)
  
• 99 Building Permits were issued this week: 6 complete, 7 fees due, 11 in review, 24 issued, 50 issued and complete, and 1 resubmittal.

Health Weekly Inspection Report

• This week, there were 9 total health inspections, 2 billing in person for Annual Health Renewal, 3 for the Health Certificate of Occupancy, and 0 for Annual Swimming Pool Inspections. 0 Routine Health Inspections, 1 complaint, 3 mobile follow-ups, 0 Notice of Violations.

Total Fees Collected for the Week: $21.188.90 

District 5 Town Hall with Kyle Pennebaker

201 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville, TX 75116
Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Councilmember Kyle Pennebaker invites District 5 residents to a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Duncanville Public Library (201 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116).

Join us for an evening of updates and open discussion with the Duncanville Police Department as they share information about public safety in our community. Bring your questions and feedback to help make Duncanville an even safer place for all.

En Español: ¡El Concejal Kyle Pennebaker invita a los residentes del Distrito 5 a una Reunión Comunitaria el jueves, 20 de noviembre de 2025, a las 6:00 PM en la Biblioteca Pública de Duncanville (201 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116)!

Únase a nosotros para una noche de actualizaciones y discusión abierta con el Departamento de Policía de Duncanville, quienes compartirán información sobre la seguridad pública en nuestra comunidad. Traiga sus preguntas y comentarios para ayudar a que Duncanville sea un lugar aún más seguro para todos.

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All-District Town Hall: Our City, Our Future with Mayor Pro-Tem DeMonica Gooden

D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center, James Collins Boulevard, Duncanville, TX 75116
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join Us for a Town Hall Meeting!

Mayor Pro-Tem DeMonica Gooden invites you to a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center (206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116).

Hear updates from Oncor representative Kenneth Govan, Public Works, Code Enforcement, and the Duncanville Police Department. This is your chance to ask questions, share feedback, and stay informed about what’s happening in our community.

Don’t miss it—be part of the conversations that shape Duncanville’s future!

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District 3 Town Hall with Councilmember Jeremy Koontz

D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center, James Collins Boulevard, Duncanville, TX 75116
Monday, December 8, 2025 - 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Councilmember Jeremy Koontz invites residents to a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center (206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116).

Join us for an evening of updates and open discussion with the Public Works Department as they share details about current and upcoming infrastructure projects in our community. Bring your questions and feedback to help make Duncanville an even better place to live.

We look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP

Rental Weekly Inspection Report

• A total of 20 rental inspections were scheduled this week: 11 passed, 9 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 3 apartment units this week, and zero complaints.

Installation of new LED display at S. Main St. and E. Wheatland Rd. is now expected to take place in December.

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 and starting at approximately 6:30 AM, 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...

Read the Weekly Champion for November 10, 2025.

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

October 22, 2025 - Positive

October 28, 2025 - Negative

November 5, 2025 - No Results

November 12, 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 - 1 court - Tuesday 6:00 PM to 10:30 PM -Championship Night
  
• Church Service - Wednesday 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Sunday, 10:30 AM -12:30 PM, Suite #101C, the Center
  
• Made Hoops Youth Basketball Tournament - 6 courts - Saturday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  
• Masters Adult Basketball League - 3 courts - Sunday 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  

Emergency Management:

• Emergency Management Team (EMT) attended the regional Integrated Public Alert Warning System (IPAWS) subcommittee meeting for Dallas/Ft. Worth regional coordination on IPAWS alerts.
  
• EMT completed an inventory of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Response Trailer.
  
• Emergency Management Team attended the City of DeSoto Christmas Event Planning meeting.
  
• EMT attended the Regional Emergency Managers Meeting. Emergency Management Specialist Kevin Bradley was selected as Secretary for this committee.
  
• EMT toured Sunshine Pediatric Care in DeSoto for a safety walkthrough.
  
• EMT conducted a winter weather Emergency Operations Center (EOC) training for the City of Lancaster staff.
  
• EMT attended the Community Preparedness Programs Working Group meeting at the North Central Texas Council of Governments for our Best Southwest CERT team.

Fire Administration 

• Attended the weekly City Executive team meeting.
  
• Attended fleet replacement meeting at the City of Duncanville Public Works Department.
  
• Duncanville Firefighter New-Hire testing and fitness evaluation will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025. 323 applicants signed up to take the test.
  
• Continued working on the Texas Fire Chiefs Association Best Practices project. Making significant progress and will likely finish in 2026, rather than 2029. It is likely to be completed in 2026 rather than 2029. Met with City Secretary Chiquita Taylor and Communications and Marketing Administrator Alex Hamby to get insight into to best practices associated with their duties.
  
• Attended Dallas College Emergency Medical Services Advisory Committee meeting.
  
• Attended story time with schoolchildren at Duncanville Fire Station 2.
  
• Continued meetings on the implementation of the Tyler Computer Assisted Dispatch-Record Management System to go live on November 18, 2025.
  
• Meeting with Duncanville Lions Club, Friday, November 14, 2025.
  
• Attended the weekly Fire Administration meeting.
  
• Continuing to work on the Insurance Services Office (ISO) project.

Reviews

• Plan Reviews: 18

Inspections:

• Business: 8

 Miscellaneous:

• Fire Marshal David Carpenter completed the Criminal Justice Information System yearly training.
  
• Deputy Fire Marshal Logan Henry completed his Plans Examiner and Inspector state skills and will now be eligible to take the Texas Commission on Fire Protection State Test.

Fire Operations:

The Fire Department responded to 159 calls for service in the past seven days. These included:

Fires: 0 

 Emergency Medical Services: 96

Accidents: 17

PERSONNEL

• Recruits Nahum Escudero and Lazaro Castro completed week 17 of the Tarrant County College Police Academy.
  
• Recruit Joseph Valdez completed week 2 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.
  
• Officer Luis Alvidrez recently graduated from the Police Motorcycle Operator Course, a rigorous training program designed to develop advanced riding skills, precision maneuvering, and safety techniques for law enforcement motor officers. Completion of this course signifies Officer Luis Alvidrez’s commitment to excellence and readiness to serve in the department’s Traffic Unit.
  

Upcoming Events:

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

Find out about hiring events, job resources, and more with Workforce Solutions on Monday, November 17, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Start your week out right by attending the Chess Club on Monday, November 17 (6:30 PM). All ages and levels are welcome to play.

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.
  
• Sewing Tutorial, Saturdays at 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Join this small-scale sewing tutorial. Sign up in person or call us. Limit 3 per session.
  
• Maker Time, Saturdays at 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Use the makerspace to work on your creative projects.

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
203 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116  

REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

 Business Retention, Expansion & Recruitment Activities:

• Cox Farms Nursery & Market – 110 Azalea Lane November 11, 2025

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.

Special Events

TFEA Annual Conference

Staff attended the Texas Festivals & Events Association (TFEA) Annual Conference in Austin this week. The conference provided valuable opportunities to learn innovative strategies, best practices, and creative ideas to enhance the quality and impact of Duncanville’s community events. Sessions focused on sponsorship development, event safety, volunteer engagement, and marketing trends—all of which will help elevate the City’s signature events in the coming year.

Holiday Lights in the Park

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 vendor applications for Holiday Lights in the Park have officially closed. However, market vendor applications remain open through November 26, 2025 offering local artisans, crafters, and small businesses a chance to participate in this year’s celebration. 

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 November 06, 2025, to November 12, 2025:
Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 48 invoices were processed, totaling $189,335.62.

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:

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

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

• Ivory Truth Music Performance – Friday, November 14, 2025 - 10:00 AM
  
• Alley Cats Bowling – Monday, November 17, 2025 - 10:00 AM
  
• Loteria – Monday, November 17, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  
• Healthy Bites – Monday, November 17, 2025 - 1:30 PM
  
• Book Group – Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  
• Bingo with Palm Primary – Tuesday, November 18, 2025 - 10: 30 AM
  
• Bagel Social – Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 9:00 AM
  
• Mystery Lunch – Wednesday, November 19, 2025 - 12:00 PM
  
• Medicare 101 with Advocate Financial – Wednesday, November 19, 2025 -12:45 PM
  
• Bingo with Centerwell – Thursday, November 20, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  
• Bingo with United Healthcare – Friday, November 21, 2025 - 10:30 AM
  
• VNA Thanksgiving Lunch – Friday, November 21, 2025 - 12:00 PM

PARKS

• Staff completed fertilization on athletic fields with ryegrass.
  
• Staff conducted citywide playground inspections.
  
• Staff completed monthly trail light inspections.
  
• Crews removed a dead tree and trimmed low limbs at Quail Run.
  
• Crews added mulch to the playground at Lakeside Park.
  
• Staff performed maintenance at Parks Headquarters, unloaded fall color plants, and cleaned the event trailer after delivery to the Senior Center.
  
• Crews removed pentas from multiple city sites (The Duncanville Community Theatre, Cockrell Hill, IH-20, Armstrong Sign, Memorial, Duncanville Recreation Center, and Duncanville Fire Station 1).
  
• Staff continued Main Street Corridor clean-up — trimming sunshine ligustrums and removing remaining annuals.
  
• Crews maintained Red Bird and Hotel sign beds, trimmed boxwoods, and sage.
  
• Staff painted all soccer fields at Harrington Park.
  

Recreation Center

Weekly Highlight

This week, we would like to highlight our recent community event, Movies in the Park: Red Tails & Behind Enemy Lines. The event featured a motorcycle display show and local vendors prior to the start of the movie. The Recreation Center provided popcorn and refreshments during the movie. Attendees enjoyed honoring our veterans while watching a Veterans Day–themed movie.

Program Update:

This week, we would like to highlight our Archery Program, led by certified instructor Aiden Pennebaker. Aiden has done an excellent job teaching participants of all ages how to hit a bullseye from various distances. This program is more than just hitting a target — Aiden creates a fun and engaging atmosphere by incorporating games such as Tic-Tac-Toe and Four Corners & a Bullseye, making each session a unique and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Upcoming Events

Armstrong Park

• 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

• The Planning and Zoning Department had a Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting on November 6, 2025. Two cases were presented and approved.
  
• The Planning and Zoning Department had a Planning & Zoning Commission meeting on November 10, 2025, for three plat cases. Two cases were approved, and one was denied.
  
• The Planning and Zoning Department hosted a staff development day on Friday, November 7, 2025, at Armstrong Park.

• From November 3 – November 9, 2025, 33,812,180 gallons of water were pumped. The estimated water loss for that week, including main breaks, leaks, and flushed hydrants, was 367,253 gallons.
  
• Leaks at:
  
  • Hummingbird Lane
    
  • Flamingo and Dawson