City of Duncanville

• A total of 491 single-family rental properties have been registered to date, and 11 new properties have been registered since the last update.
• 25 inspections have been completed since the previous update; 13 passed, 12 failed, and 0 were canceled. The primary reasons for the failed inspections were the absence of a Grounded/Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection, missing carbon monoxide smoke detectors, and improper installation of water heaters.
• A total of 10 single-family Rental Certificates of Occupancy have been reissued for this week of April.
• This week, 33 Building inspections and 4 Health Inspections were conducted.
• The total fees collected were $21,695.00.
• This week, 20 permits were issued.

Duncanville, Texas 2025 Elections & Voting

The slate of offices for the general election includes the council members representing District 1, District 3, District 5, and At-Large. All registered voters in the City of Duncanville will have the opportunity to vote for the At-Large position. Registered voters residing in Districts 1, 3, and 5 will also have an opportunity to vote for their respective candidates.

Voter registration cards may be obtained online and at the Duncanville Public Library. The deadline to register to vote in the May election is April 3, 2025. For more information regarding voter registration, residents may contact the Dallas County Elections Department at (469) 627-VOTE (8683).

Questions concerning voter registration should be directed to the Dallas County Voter Registration Department at (469) 627-VOTE (8683). You can get more information about the upcoming local election by contacting the City Secretary at (972) 780-5017.

Learn more

Read the Champion Newsletter for April 2025 (included with your monthly utility bill) and the
April 21, 2025 Weekly Champion

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

April 2, 2025 - Negative

April 9, 2025 - No reporting

April 16, 2025 - No reporting

April 23, 2025 - No reporting

Fight the Bite

To prevent the spread of mosquitoes, residents should remove all areas of standing water. Residents should also report all pools that are not well maintained and abandoned homes where mosquitoes are likely to breed to either City of Duncanville Health Services by calling (972) 780-5000 or through the OurDuncanville app, available on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Everyone should continue to protect themselves against the West Nile Virus by using insect repellent containing DEET. Citizens are also encouraged to remain indoors during dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.

• Brodie Rec League – 2 courts - Sunday 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
  
• GASO (Great American Shootout) IV Basketball Tournament – 6 courts - Friday 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  
• Masters Adult Basketball League - 3 courts - Sunday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Fire Administration

• Attended the Texas Fire Chiefs Annual Conference in Waco, Texas.
  
• Assisted with Assistant City Manager interviews.
  
• Participated in a meeting providing a presentation on the Duncanville Fire Department’s needs to the Bond Committee.
  
• Joined the Fire Department Fiscal Year 2026 Budget meeting.
  
• Took part in the Civil Service Commission meeting.
  
• Attended the Dallas County Fire Chiefs Association meeting in Garland.

The Fire Department responded to 135 calls for service in the past seven days, which included:

• Fires: 7
  • Trash Fires:
    • Duncanville: 2
  • Vehicle Fires:
    • Duncanville: 2
    • Cedar Hill: 1
  • Grass Fires:
    • Duncanville: 1
  • Electrical Fires:
    • Duncanville: 1
• Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Calls: 92
• Accidents: 8

Emergency Management:

This week, the Emergency Management (EM) team participated in the following events:

• The Emergency Management team (EMT) attended the Dallas–Fort Worth Region Metro X exercise planning meeting.
  
• The EM team attended the DeSoto Faith Leaders Breakfast event.
  
• The EM team monitored severe storms overnight and the weekend.
  
• The EM team continued work on the Debris Management Plan update, the Donation Plan creation, and the Annex H update.

Fire Marshal’s Office

Inspections: 8

• Business: 5
• Food Trucks: 2
• Fire Sprinkler Acceptance: 1
  

Reviews: 9

• Plan Reviews: 7
• Development Review Committee (DRC) Reviews: 2
  

Miscellaneous: Attended Paramedic Continuing Education

COMMUNITY CORNER

• On April 14, 2025, Officer Michelle Arias spoke at the Somos Duncanville meeting.
  
• On April 16, 2025, Duncanville Police Administration provided breakfast for dispatchers at Southwest Regional Communications Center (SWRCC) in observance of Telecommunicators Week.

PERSONNEL

• The Duncanville Police Department has 5 openings for sworn personnel.
  
• There are 6 applicants remaining on the current civil service list.
  
• 3 applicants passed the oral board interview panel on April 18, 2025.
  
• Lateral Officer Kathyria Delgado is riding out with patrol this week and will begin in-service training with the two academy graduates on April 22, 2025.
  
• The 4 officers in field training are progressing and expected to be released from training in May.

Upcoming Events:

• Duncanville Drawing Club, April 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM.

Ongoing Programs:

• Tech Tutors: Tuesdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Wednesdays 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM, Thursdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Get help with any of your own devices or on one of our public computers. Our tutors will work with you on smartphones, laptops, e-readers, tablets, and more.
  
• Spanish Conversation Tuesdays, 10:30 AM. Come and practice your Spanish skills with other learners.
  
• Craftastic Tuesdays, at 4:30 PM. Join us every week and try out a different craft each time.
  
• Computer Basics Wednesdays, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Learn the basics of using a computer. Bring your laptop or borrow one of ours.
  
• Giant Games Saturdays, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. We will have some oversized games set up. We currently have Connect 4, Corn Hole, and Axe Throwing (the axes are not real). All ages are welcome.
  
• Maker Time is Saturdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. All ages and levels are welcome. Come see what fantastic technology we will have available.

Ongoing Youth Programs:

• Baby Sign Storytime, Tuesdays at 10:15 AM
  
• Crafty Readers, Wednesdays at 4:00 PM
  
• Preschool Storytime, Thursdays at 10:15 AM
  
• Nursery Rhyme Time, Thursdays at 11:15 AM
  

Department Updates

• The Economic Development department participated in the Regional Economic Development annual (RED) Summit at the Traphene Hickman Library in Cedar Hill. The event featured a panel discussion by Chris Wallace, CEO of the North Texas Commission, featuring Economic Development Directors from the Best Southwest Partnership, with Victor Barrera as a panelist. The summit also included an Economic Development Showcase highlighting new regional developments. This was an excellent opportunity to learn about regional progress and connect with local leaders!
  
  
• The Economic Development department is partnered with CoStar, a commercial real estate information company that provides professionals with comprehensive data on commercial listings available for sale and lease. They offer detailed information about each property and its market, including transaction history, property ownership, and management company contact information. The following link will take you directly to the Property Search page on the City of Duncanville website: Property Search - City of Duncanville.

Upcoming Events

BloomFest Music & Arts Festival – Friday May 2, 2025
We are thrilled to announce that BloomFest Music & Arts Festival is just around the corner on May 2, 2025 from 4:00 PM-10:00 PM, and it’s shaping up to be a fantastic community event!

• We have over 50 market vendors and 9 food and beverage vendors ready to bring the park to life.
  
• Our stage schedule is packed with talented performers, including headline entertainment and local acts.
  
• Multiple photo opportunities will be available throughout Armstrong Park, perfect for capturing memories.

Looking ahead, vendor applications are now open for our 4th of July Celebration! Interested vendors can apply using the link https://www.eventeny.com/events/duncanvilles-spring-festival-16445/

Food vendor applications are now closed for this event, but we encourage food vendors to apply for our future city events.

As always, stay connected with all our upcoming events and updates by following us on social media: Facebook and Instagram!

We look forward to seeing everyone at BloomFest and celebrating the spirit of Duncanville together!

DCEDC Incentive Grants Update

GRANTS

• Duncanville Eats – Signage, $4,330, approved by DCEDC – April 01, 2025
  
• Dolani Investments – 90-day extension for completion of paving and landscaping, approved by DCEDC – April 01, 2025
  
• Encina Restaurant – Infrastructure, $300,000, Approved by City Council – January 7, 2025
  
• 738 N. Main St. – Infrastructure, $1,175,000, Reviewing
  
• Dr. Ricky Fain – Infrastructure, $3,085,735, Reviewing

HOT FUNDS

• Great American Shootout (GASO) – $60,000, Approved; Processing (PO# 2250149)

SPONSORSHIPS

• Duncanville Independent School District Education Foundation's 2025 Heart of Duncanville 5K Run - $3,000, approved by City Council March 18, 2025
• 2025 Property Improvement Program (PIP) Days - $5,000, approved by City Council March 18, 2025

Accounting and Reporting

Week of April 17, 2025, to April 23, 2025:

• Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 18 invoices were processed, totaling $605,974.08.

APPLY TODAY!

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

• Crew Leader- Utilities
  
• Utilities Maintenance Worker
  
• Streets Maintenance Worker
  
• City Engineer
  
• Permit Technician
  
• Meter Technician I
  
• Field Supervisor-Equipment Services
  
• Attendant Recreation Center Part-Time

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

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

Upcoming Senior Center Events:

• Trip: Gone with the Wind Museum – Friday, April 25, 2025 | 9:30 AM
• Bingo with United Healthcare – Friday, April 25, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Bingo with Life and Health Insurance – Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Matter of Balance Presentation - Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | 11:00 AM
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 10:45 AM
  
• Cinco de Mayo Celebration and Loteria – Monday, May 5, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Game Night – Monday, May 5, 2025 | 5:00 PM
  
• Music Bingo with Palm Primary Care – Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Smartphone Class – Tuesday, May 6, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Creative Card Crafting – Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 10:45 AM
  
• Mother’s Day Breakfast – Friday, May 9, 2025 | 8:30 AM
  
• Ivory Truth Music Performance – Friday, May 9, 2025 | 10:00 AM
  

Keep Duncanville Beautiful

Upcoming Events

Community Clean-Up Day at Quail Run Park - Saturday, May 3, 2025, | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Join the Keep Duncanville Beautiful Board and the community in cleaning up Quail Run Park at 325 N Greenstone Lane. The more litter we remove, the less it ends up in storm runoff into our creeks, waterways, and eventually into the oceans. Clean-up supplies will be provided on-site. Visit https://app.seemylegacy.com to register and to view a list of upcoming volunteer opportunities.

PARKS

• Staff prepped ballfields for games and practices.
  
• Crews continued landscape maintenance at city-wide beds.
  
• Crews started installing new irrigation in the downtown corridor
  
• Staff completed the memorial bench installation.
  
• Crews met at Alexander Park to review solutions on softballs being hit into the yard.
  
• Staff with Xplor Recreation will begin kickoff implementation.
  
• Staff continued internships with the Duncanville Independent School District Career & Technical Education program.
  
• Crews continued Splash Pad preparation for an anticipated opening day of May 2, 2025.

Recreation Center

New Class! Archery with Aidan (AWA) – Registration is now open for Archery!
Classes will be held every Tuesday

• Beginner class (Ages 12-17) 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  
• Advanced Class (Ages 18+) 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Class Highlight –
Brazilian Soccer Camp – Monday, June 2, 2025 – Friday, June 6, 2025
Registration is now open! Experience a summer camp where soccer, fun, expert coaching, and skill development create a safe, enriching adventure that builds character and life skills. Claim your spot and level up this summer! Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

• 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (ages 9 to 14)
  
• 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ages 7 to 14)
  
• 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (ages 4 to 6)

Upcoming Events

Concert in the Park featuring Incognito & In Halen – Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Join us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Poe-Hobden Amphitheater at Armstrong Park for a Concert in the Park feat. Incognito & In Halen, a Van Halen and Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Admission is FREE. The concert will begin at 7:00 PM. Don’t forget to bring your blanket or lawn chair. Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

National Day of Prayer – Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Join the City of Duncanville, Arise Church, and community leaders on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at noon at the Duncanville Recreation Center for reflection and prayer. This is a FREE community event. Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

Update

• The Planning and Zoning Department has engaged planning consultants to support and assist during staffing shortages. These consultants will review and advise on planning-related matters as required. The Economic Development staff is responsible for gathering information and facilitating its transfer to the consultants.
  
• Items scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, City Council meeting:
• • Public Hearing - Request for Specific Use Permit for Duncanville High School, 900 West Camp Wisdom Road
    • The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval at the January 13, 2025, meeting
    • Request deferred from Tuesday, February 4, 2025, the City Council meeting to Tuesday, March 18, 2025, City Council meeting.
    • Request deferred from Tuesday, March 18, 2025, City Council meeting to Tuesday, April 1, 2025, City Council meeting
    • Approval of Ordinance tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 2025, City Council meeting
• Items scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2025, Planning and Zoning meeting:
  
• Proposed New Development at the Corner of Cockrell Hill Road and Danieldale Road (Life School)
  
  • The applicant was scheduled for the June 3, 2024, Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission meeting for Planned Development (PD) request; the item was removed from the agenda; future date to be determined.
    
  • A Town Hall Meeting occurred on August 13, 2024.
    
  • Staff met with the applicant on August 26, 2024. Additional items are required before the applicant can be scheduled for a Planning and Zoning (P&Z) Commission meeting.
    
  • The city emailed the applicant on September 6, 2024. City staff commented that a consulting firm will review traffic impact analysis; however, the firm will be expected to contract with the City of Duncanville after the turn of the fiscal year. To expedite the review, the City staff would be open to agreeing with the applicant to contract a firm to review the traffic impact analysis.
    
  • The applicant submitted a plat application on September 20, 2024. A third party is currently reviewing the plat.
    
  • On October 10, 2024, the applicant submitted a traffic impact analysis from a third-party reviewer to the city.
    
  • On October 22, 2024, there was a meeting between staff and applicants.
    
  • The city agreed to hire a third party to review the project's zoning and engineering.
    
  • The third party met with staff on December 17, 2024, to discuss comments.
    
  • The third-party reviewers met with staff and the applicant on January 14, 2025, to discuss the latest comments.
    
  • Planning & Zoning Public Hearing Tentatively scheduled for May 12, 2025

• Crews removed 2 tree branches from the rights-of-way of the North Peach Street/West Cherry Street and Wheatland Road/Santa Fe Trail.
  
• Crews cleaned one drainage inlet at Willowbrook Drive and Brookwood Drive.
  
• Crews replaced 11 parking lot concrete stops in the Library/Recreation Center parking lot.
  
• Crews retrieved a citizen’s keys from the drainage inlet at Center Street and Cedar Ridge Drive.
  
• Crews poured concrete on North Greenstone Lane and Rita Lane.
  
• Crews cleaned one drainage headwall on Cliffcrest Boulevard.
  
• Crews cut and removed tree branches from the drainage flow line behind San Miguel Drive.
  
• Crews repaired seven potholes at various locations throughout the city.

• The new SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system is under construction. There is no water usage report available from April 14, 2025, to April 20, 2025.
  
• There was an estimated water loss of 151,787 gallons.

Other Construction

Texas Department of Transportation TxDOT is constructing new service roads and ramps from Cockrell Hill Road in Duncanville to Hampton Road in Dallas, including new bridges across US-67. This project also includes construction by TXDOT of a Texas U-Turn at US 67 and Cockrell Hill Road on the southwest side of the bridge, which is projected to be completed by Fall 2024, barring any unforeseen conditions. The entire project is estimated to have a completion date of September 2025.