City of Duncanville

• There were 83 total building inspections this week. 64 inspections passed, 13 failed, 2 canceled, and 4 partial passes.
  
  
• 50 Building Permits were issued this week.

Health Weekly Inspection Report

• This week, there were 11 health inspections, 0 for Annual Health Renewal, 3 for the Health Certificate of Occupancy, and 0 for Annual Swimming Pool Inspections. 5 routine health inspections, 0 mobile food unit inspections, and 3 complaints.

Total Fees Collected for the Week: $28.570.28.

Rental Weekly Inspection Report:

• A total of 25 rental inspections were scheduled this week: 0 passed, 25 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.
  
  
• A total of 0 Apartment Unit Inspections for this week have been completed.

 Notice of Intention to Issue City of Duncanville, Texas Certificates of Obligation

TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Duncanville, Texas, shall convene on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., at Duncanville City Hall, 203 E. Wheatland Road, Duncanville, Texas 75116. During such meeting, the City Council will consider the passage of one or more ordinances authorizing the issuance of certificates of obligation, in one or more series, in an amount not to exceed TWELVE MILLION DOLLARS ($12,000,000) for the purpose of paying contractual obligations to be incurred for (i) improving and extending the City’s waterworks and sewer system, to-wit: the acquisition and installation of water meters in replacement of existing water meters and (ii) professional services rendered in connection therewith; such certificates to be payable from ad valorem taxes and a limited pledge of the City's waterworks and sewer system. In accordance with Texas Local Government Code Section 271.049, (i) the current principal amount of all of the City’s outstanding public securities secured by and payable from ad valorem taxes is $15,555,000; (ii) the current combined principal and interest required to pay all of the City’s outstanding public securities secured by and payable from ad valorem taxes on time and in full is $19,558,888; (iii) the estimated combined principal and interest required to pay the certificates of obligation to be authorized on time and in full is $17,520,000; (iv) the maximum interest rate for the certificates may not exceed the maximum legal interest rate; and (v) the maximum maturity date of the certificates to be authorized is August 15, 2043. The certificates are to be issued, and this notice is given, under and pursuant to the provisions of Texas Local Government Code, Subchapter C of Chapter 271, as amended.

Statewide Test of Emergency Alerting Systems

On Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the request of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), a statewide test of emergency alerting systems will occur between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. As part of this drill, local jurisdictions across Texas may test systems used to notify the public during emergencies. Because jurisdictions across the region may participate in this test, you may receive more than one test alert on your phone and hear outdoor warning sirens during the testing window. Continued...

City of Duncanville Launches Nationwide Search for Next City Manager

The City of Duncanville has started a nationwide search for its next City Manager and has hired T2 Professional Consulting, LLC to help lead the process. T2 works with cities and other public agencies on executive hiring, leadership development, and organizational planning, and was selected for its experience guiding communities through clear and structured leadership changes. Continued...

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

February 25, 2026 - No Results

March 4, 2026 - Negative

March 11, 2026 - No Results

March 18, 2026 - No Results

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.

• Church Service - Wednesday 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Sunday 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Suite #101c, the Center
  
  
• GASO II Basketball Tournament 6 courts - Saturday 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  
  
• Master’s Pro-am Adult Basketball League, Session I 3 courts - Sunday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Emergency Management

• Emergency Management Team (EMT) reviewed Emergency Response Plan for an assisted living center in Lancaster.
  
  

• EMT held the Best Southwest Emergency Preparedness Event in collaboration with the Council of Government Emergency Preparedness Department. 55 residents across the Best Southwest cities joined for emergency preparedness information and hands-on training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Fire Extinguisher use.
  
  

• EMT participated in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) Region coordination call with Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) about the Statewide Warning System Drill planned in April.
  
  

• EMT submitted a quarterly grant report for the Summit Pump Station Generator project.
  
  

• EMT coordinated a regional meeting to discuss a grant project benefiting traffic management in the Best Southwest cities. The grant is being handled by DeSoto Development Services. 

Fire Administration 

• Collaborating with Operations and the Fire Marshal’s Office to develop and implement a plan to reinstate the First Due pre-fire planning program. Attended weekly Fire Administration meeting.
  
  

• Attended Lions Club meeting
  
  

• Continued work on the Texas Fire Chiefs Association Best Practices project. Significant progress has been made, and I anticipate completing the project in 2026.
  
  

• Continued work on the Insurance Services Office (ISO) project. An ISO evaluation is scheduled for later in 2026, and completion of the First Due software module onboarding is required before that review.
  
  

• Chief Chris Connealy volunteered at the Sleep in Heavenly Peace project (Motto: No kid sleeps on the floor in this town) in Arlington on Saturday, March 14, 2026, which the Duncanville Lions Club assists with. Hundreds of beds were built. The organization also provides mattresses and bedding at deliveries.
  
  Attended a meeting with Tri-City Chiefs on March 18, 2026, to discuss a potential peak-demand ambulance to be in the City of DeSoto’s Bolton Boone area.
  
  

• Emergency Management Service Division will be tracking the new First Due electronic patient care reporting approved by City Council on March 17, 2026, to ensure proposed deliverables are achieved. Once training is completed and implementation is initiated, a monthly update will be provided to City Management
  
  

• Attended Weekly Fire Administration meeting.

Reviews

Plan Reviews: 13

Inspections

Business: 7 

 Miscellaneous:

• Deputy Fire Marshal Logan Henry placed new keys in Knox Boxes at two separate business locations to ensure continued access for fire personnel.
  
  

• Fire Marshal David Carpenter and Deputy Fire Marshal Logan Henry attended a Texas Engineering Extension Service training class - Fire Alarms 101.

Fire Operations:

The Fire Department responded to 158 calls for service in the past seven days. These included:

Fires: 4

2 Structure Fires in Duncanville, 1 Grass Fire in Duncanville, 1 Vehicle Fire in Duncanville

Emergency Medical Services: 105

Accidents: 1

Rescue-Extrication: 1

Electrical/Natural Gas Hazards: 5

Smoke Investigation: 2

Citizen assistance: 15

Non Emergency: 25

Personnel

• Recruit Joseph Valdez completed week 20 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.
  
  
• Jacqueline Doss, Julio Padron, Ricky Logan, and Aidan Smith completed week 9 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.

Duncanville Public Library Community Needs Assessment: We need YOU to help make your library even better! Take a survey or join an upcoming focus group. Check the library website for more information https://libraryiq.mysocialpinpoint.com/duncanville-public-library-community-needs-assessment.

Children can practice reading to trained therapy dogs during the popular Read to Dogs program on Saturday, March 21, at 2:00 PM.

Hungry for a good movie? Check out Kanopy’s On the Menu: Foodie Films Collection! From heartwarming kitchen dramas to culinary adventures around the world, there’s something to satisfy every craving. Duncanville Public Library cardholders can stream movies through Kanopy. Explore the collection at Kanopy. 

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 – 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.
  

• Extra Maker Time sessions are offered on Friday, March 23, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.

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 6 – 11 and their families or caregivers.
  
  

• LEGO ® Maniacs, Mondays at 4:30 PM– 7:30 PM. Come play with Legos!
  
  

• Baby Bookworms, Tuesdays at 10:15 AM. Come play with your child in our discovery stations. Kids explore early concepts and fine motor skills throughout interactive play. Ages 0 – 3 years and a caregiver.
  
  

• Game On! Tuesdays 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Teens aged 12-18 can enjoy board games or console games Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 together.
  
  

• Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:15 AM. Storytime fun for ages 3–6 and a caregiver.
  
  

• Toddler Story Time, Thursdays at 11:15 AM. Story time fun for toddlers. Open to ages 0 – 3 and a caregiver.
  

Applications are now open for the DCEDC Design Incentive Grant Program, an initiative designed to support local businesses through financial assistance for exterior and interior design improvements, and more. The Design Incentive Grant application window has been extended through April 1, 2026. For more information and a copy of the grant guidelines, please visit the Economic Development’s ‘Local Incentives’ webpage at https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/cms/one.aspx?pageId=74321.

Staff assisted the Communications and Marketing team with recruitment and introduction of local small businesses to participate in the new Conexion Campeona Spanish social media campaign.

BUSINESS VISITS: 

• Hairmosa Beauty Academy & Hermosa Be You- 928/930B South Cedar Ridge Drive
  
  
• El Rico Chamoyon- 710 North Main Street
  
  
• The Beauty Library- 150 East Highway 67, Suite 210
  
  
• Builders First Source – 1018 North Duncanville Road

Grants and Incentives

(currently in process)

• Take Out Burgers – Signage Grant, $3,800, Approved by DCEDC– September 8, 2025
  
  
• Kim and Jenny’s Cafe- Incentive Agreement, $135,000, Approved by DCEDC – September 8, 2025 // Approved by City Council – October 21, 2025
  
  
• Parklane Investments dba Corinth Properties- Chapter 380 Sales Tax Incentive, Up to $150,000 over 5 years, Approved by DCEDC – December 15, 2025. Approved by City Council on February 3, 2026.
  
  
• Railroad Flats Property – A Chapter 380 Agreement with Pagaso California Construction Corp was approved by the City Council on March 3, 2026, as part of the purchase and redevelopment of this vacant parcel in the Downtown District. The proposed development will add housing units to the trade market by constructing up to 34 townhomes for sale. The proposed project must still secure site plan approvals and an amendment to the existing Planned Development zoning ordinance by the Planning Commission and City Council.

Accounting and Reporting

Week of March 12, 2026, to March 18, 2026

Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 24 invoices were processed, totaling $514,875.36.

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

• Recreation Center Attendant – Part Time
  
  
• Mechanic
  
  
• City Engineer
  
  
• School Crossing Guard
  
  
• Public Works Project Manager

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

• Bingo with United Healthcare – Friday, March 20, 2026 - 10:30 AM
  
  

• Medicare Talk with United Healthcare – Friday, March 20, 2026 - 12:00 PM
  
  

• Dr. Pepper Museum – Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 9:00 AM
  
  

• Open Mic with Centerwell – Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 12:40 PM
  
  

• Bingo with Alfred Healthcare – Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - 10:30 AM
  
  

• Women’s History Month Fireside Chat – Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 11:00 AM
  
  

• Cooper’s BBQ – Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 4:00 PM
  
  

• Bingo with Life and Health Insurance – Friday, March 27, 2026 - 10:30 AM

PARKS

• Staff conducted storm inspections and continued cleanup efforts across multiple parks.
  
  

• Crews completed mulching and landscape maintenance at multiple city facilities.
  
  

• Staff completed leaf cleanup and mulching at the Senior Center, Library, and Recreation Center.
  
  

• Staff assisted with litter pickup and trash bag replacement across parks.
  
  

• Crews removed and cleaned up a fallen tree at Lions Park.
  
  

• Crews completed trailer improvements, including painting boards, installing weed-eater racks, and repairing the lift gate.
  
  

• Crews replaced swing chains and secured docks at Lakeside Park.
  
  

• Crews repaired and waterproofed boards on a 20-ft trailer.
  
  

• Staff completed general maintenance and upkeep activities across the park system.
  
  

• Staff prepared 10 fields for games and events.
  
  

• Crews reinstalled and repaired windscreens at Harrington.
  
  

• Staff performed dragging, chalking, and clay maintenance as fields became playable.
  
  

• Crews began painting soccer fields.

Recreation Center

Program Highlight

This week, the Recreation Center would like to highlight the Little Tigers Taekwondo program, which has experienced a significant increase in registration. Program enrollment grew from 2 to 8 participants within a single week, reflecting strong interest and successful outreach efforts.

The program is designed for children ages 4–6 and provides an introduction to taekwondo in a safe, structured, and educational environment. Master Lisa and her assistant have done an excellent job creating a positive atmosphere that supports skill development, discipline, and confidence for young participants beginning their martial arts journey.
The team will continue to build on this momentum through ongoing marketing and community engagement efforts to further grow the program.

Community Event Recap

The inaugural Mother and Son Day Out was a successful, intimate community event that brought daring mother-and-son duos together for a unique and engaging experience. The event welcomed just over 20 attendees, fostering a personalized, interactive atmosphere.

Guests were treated to one-on-one magic trick experiences with the magician prior to the show. In addition to the pre-show entertainment, participants enjoyed a variety of activities, including egg-and-spoon races, putt-putt, relay races, and other games. These activities created a fun, friendly, competitive environment for both mothers and sons. Food was provided for attendees, including pizza and cupcakes.

The magic show itself was entertaining from start to finish—combining humor, lighthearted moments, and impressive tricks that kept guests engaged throughout. At the conclusion of the show, each participant learned a simple magic trick and received a farewell bag that included a beginner magic kit, candy, and themed items such as a hat and wand.

The event concluded with the Recreation Center team efficiently restoring the facility in a timely and organized manner.
Overall, the Mother and Son Day Out was well received, fostering community engagement and providing a memorable experience for attendees.

Programs/Camps Coming Soon

Programs

• TaiChi: First Class – April 6| 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Recreation Center Teen Room
  
  
• Ping Pong Instruction: First Class – April 10 Recreation Center Game Room
  
  
• NFL (National Football League)Youth Flag Football League: Pending CM Approval

Camps

•  Kidokenetics Camp: March 16- 20, 2026

Upcoming Events

Women’s History Month Fireside Chat
Mark Your Calendar: March 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Celebrate Women’s History Month with an inspiring fireside chat! Enjoy delicious food, hear from guest speakers, and connect with fellow attendees through networking opportunities. Come join us for an evening of meaningful conversation, empowerment, and community.

Easter Eggstravaganza
Mark Your Callender: Saturday, March 28, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Join us for the Easter Eggstravaganza, a fun-filled afternoon the whole family will love! With 15,000+ Easter eggs spread across the park, children will enjoy an exciting egg hunt divided by age groups, ensuring everyone has a chance to join the fun. The hunt will kick off with the exciting sound of the horn from the Duncanville Fire Department fire truck! Enjoy games, music, delicious food, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. This FREE community event is the perfect way to spend a beautiful Easter Saturday afternoon with family and friends.

Special Events

Staff continues to make strong progress on planning for the City’s upcoming signature events, with key milestones being reached across multiple areas.

Planning efforts for the BloomFest Music & Arts Festival are coming together successfully, with logistics, entertainment, vendor coordination, and site planning all progressing on schedule. Staff is actively finalizing stage programming, coordinating with partners, and refining the overall event layout to enhance the attendee experience.

Community engagement for BloomFest remains high, particularly with the Battle of the Bands competition. Voting participation has exceeded expectations, with over 3,000 votes and counting, demonstrating strong community interest and excitement for this year’s lineup.

In addition to BloomFest, staff have begun active planning for the City’s Red, White & Goals Independence Day weekend celebration. This multi-day event will include a World Cup watch party, traditional July 4th festivities, and a family-friendly soccer activation. Early coordination is underway for entertainment, vendors, sponsorship opportunities, and event logistics to ensure a cohesive and impactful holiday weekend experience.

Staff continues to seek sponsorships, vendors, and community partners for all upcoming events and encourages residents and businesses to stay engaged by following the City’s official social media channels for updates and opportunities to participate.

Overall, planning efforts are progressing well, and staff look forward to delivering a series of high-quality events that promote community engagement, tourism, and economic impact.

Learn more about BloomFest 2026 at http://www.eventeny.com/onsite/survey/?e=25703&s=2099

• The Planning & Zoning department will present one 1 item at the March 17, 2026 City Council meeting.
  
  

• The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet on Monday, March 9, 2026, at City Hall, 203 East Wheatland Road, Duncanville, Texas 75116, in Council Chambers. The briefing will start at 6:30 PM, and the meeting will start at 7:00 PM. There are three items on the agenda.

• Crews repaired 16 potholes across the city.
  
  
• Crews repaired a guard rail on North Alexander Avenue.
  
  
• Crews poured concrete for utility repairs on Lansdale Drive, West Center Street, and Hummingbird Lane.
  
  
• Crews cut up a tree in the creek behind Lazy River Drive.
  
  
• Twenty-five inlets were inspected, and eight were cleaned.
  
  
• Crews continued TxDOT bridge inspections.

Summit Pump Generator

• ·    Staff held an on-site meeting on March 12, 2026, with the contractor, design engineer, and generator company to discuss options. The electrical engineer has prepared a draft report indicating that the Generac generator will not support the operation of two pumps running as designed. The generator has trouble starting one of the pumps. The contractor is getting with Generac about the issue. We are currently awaiting a response from Generac.

• From March 9-15, 26,349,790 gallons of water were pumped. The estimated water loss for that week was 226,891 gallons, including one water leak.