City of Duncanville

• There were 77 total building inspections this week. 62 inspections passed, 14 failed, 0 canceled, and 1 partial pass.
  
  
• 32 Building Permits were issued this week.

Health Weekly Inspection Report

• This week, there were 8 total health inspections, 0 for Annual Health Renewal, 1 for the Health Certificate of Occupancy, and 2 for Annual Swimming Pool Inspections. 2 routine health inspections, 1 mobile food unit inspection, and 2 complaints and closures.

Total Fees Collected for the Week: $24,586.80.

Rental Weekly Inspection Report:

• A total of 26 rental inspections were scheduled this week: 0 passed, 26 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.

Upcoming Meetings:

• Zoning Board and Adjustment Meeting Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 7:00 PM (at City Hall, 203 East Wheatland Road) in the Briefing Room.
  
  
• City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM, in the Briefing Room & Council Chambers.
  
  
• Community Engagement Advisory Board Meeting, Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Briefing Room.

 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.

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

March 11, 2026 - No Results

March 18, 2026 - No Results

March 25, 2026 - No Results

April 1, 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.

• GASO III (Great American Shootout) Basketball Tournament 6 courts - Friday 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM
  
  
• Master’s Pro-Am Adult Basketball League, Session II kicks off next Sunday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
  
  
• Church Service - Wednesday 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Sunday 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Suite #101c, the Center

Emergency Management

• Emergency Management Team (EMT) conducted a monthly Outdoor Warning Siren Test.
  
  

• EMT attended the Dallas- Fort Worth Regional Integrated Public Alert Warning System Subcommittee Meeting.
  
  

• Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) Lauren Sanchez and Emergency Management (EM) Specialist Kevin Bradley held an Emergency Preparedness Training for City of Duncanville staff.
  
  

• EMC Sanchez and EM Specialist Bradley attended the 3-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Train the Trainer course in Burleson to teach at the Best Southwest CERT “Basic CERT” Training held for the public  

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.
  
  

• Emergency Management Service division will monitor the newly approved First Due electronic patient care reporting system, authorized by City Council on March 17, 2026, to ensure all proposed deliverables are met. Following the completion of training and the start of implementation, monthly updates will be provided to City Management.
  
  

• 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.
  
  

• Seeking input from the Fire Marshal’s Office regarding ongoing fire lane parking enforcement challenges being addressed by City Management. Currently, Fire Marshal staff are unable to initiate towing without law enforcement present due to certification limitations. Further discussion is needed to establish clear long-term expectations and potential solutions.

Reviews

Plan Reviews: 12

Inspections

Business: 7
Food Truck: 2
Foster Care Home Inspection: 1

 Miscellaneous:

• Fire Marshal David Carpenter and Deputy Fire Marshal Logan Henry installed smoke detectors for a local resident.

Fire Operations:

The Fire Department responded to 112 calls for service in the past seven days. These included:

Fires: 0 

Hazardous Situations: 4
Law Enforcement Support: 1
Public Service: 10
Non-Emergency: 18
Rescue: 1

Personnel

• Recruit Joseph Valdez completed week 22 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.
  
  
• Jacqueline Doss, Julio Padron, Ricky Logan, and Aidan Smith completed week 11 of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Police Academy.
  
  
• Trent Carnahan and Kaylen Gray completed week 1 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 assessment website for more information: https://libraryiq.mysocialpinpoint.com/duncanville-public-library-community-needs-assessment.

Adults, do you enjoy tea and talking about books? Fiction and nonfiction book readers are welcome to come to the next Tea & Tomes book club on Saturday, April 11, 2026 (2:00 – 3:00 PM).

Give blood this month and make a real difference to someone in need. The next American Red Cross Blood Drive is on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Sign up for an appointment online.

Need help with a job search? Talk to a representative from Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas at the library on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Find out about hiring events, job resources, and more.

Calling all adult writers for the next Writer’s Group session on Monday, April 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Come read and critique new material and support fellow writers! 

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, April 10 and 24 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.
  

A new small business rewards program is coming to Duncanville! An easy way to support your local retail stores and restaurants and receive cash back. More information to follow.

BUSINESS VISITS: 

• Duncanville Community Theatre - 106 South Main Street

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.
  
  
• JCTF Real Estate, LLC – Incentive Agreement, $200,000, Approved by DCEDC – March 23, 2026. A public hearing will be held on April 7, 2026, at the City Council meeting.

Accounting and Reporting

Week of March 26, 2026, to April 01, 2026

Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 34 invoices were processed, totaling $92,433.50.

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

• Recreation Center Attendant – Part Time
  
  
• Mechanic
  
  
• City Engineer
  
  
• Economic Development Director
  
  
• Streets Maintenance I
  
  
• Streets Maintenance II
  
  
• Utilities Maintenance Worker
  
  
• 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

• Easter Egg Hunt – Thursday, April 2, 2026: 11:30 AM
  
  

• Bingo with Palm Primary Care – Monday, April 6, 2026: 10:30 AM
  
  

• Game Night – Monday, April 6, 2026: 5:00 PM
  
  

• Goldenaires Choir – Wednesday, April 8, 2026: 10:00 AM
  
  

• Birthday Celebration – Wednesday, April 8, 2026: 12:00 PM
  
  

• Painting with a Twist – Wednesday, April 8, 2026: 1:00 PM
  
  

• Auction Day Game with Centerwell – Thursday, April 9, 2026: 10:00 AM
  
  

• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, April 10, 2026: 10:45 AM
  
  

• Music with Greg – Friday, April 10, 2026: 10:00 AM

PARKS

• Crews hosted The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Baseball tournament and Association Play at Alexander, Lions, and Harrington Park – 10,000 visitors throughout these spaces Friday-Sunday
  
  

• Keep Duncanville Beautiful hosted its annual gardening workshop.
  
  

• Staff continued bed preparation for annual color change throughout the city
  
  

• Crews are getting ready for mowing operations. Received the final mower for athletic facilities, and are waiting to receive trucks to start operations.
  
  

• Crews completed the Highway 67 walkthrough of plant material for the future Green Ribbon Grant Application.

Recreation Center

Community Event Recap

Women’s History Month:

This past week, the Recreation and Senior Center collaborated to host a Women’s History Month celebration. The event featured an inspiring and educational fireside chat with guest speakers Michelle Williams, Christion Nesbitt, and Dorothy Burton, who shared their personal experiences and insights with attendees. Guests enjoyed a catered lunch that included chicken salad sandwiches, mixed fruit cups, chocolate-dipped strawberries, pita chips, and peach cobbler. A selection of themed mocktails was also provided, including “The Rosa Refresher” and “The Frida Fizz.” In addition, attendees received welcome bags with a variety of Women’s History Month–themed items. The event was well received, and staff look forward to continuing this annual fireside chat as part of future Women’s History Month programming.

Easter Eggstravaganza:

This past Saturday, the Duncanville Parks and Recreation team hosted the annual Easter Eggstravaganza, providing a memorable experience for children and families in the community.

The event included a variety of activities such as an obstacle course, bounce house, face painting, and glitter tattoos. Due to weather conditions, the dunk tank was replaced with a basketball dunk bounce house. Field games were coordinated by Power Kids, who provided continuous interactive activities for attendees. A range of craft and food vendors participated through a vendor fee program. Entertainment was provided by a DJ. Parks and Recreation staff were on-site to promote programs, camps, facility rentals, and memberships, while the Senior Center and various instructors (Jazzercise, Zumba, Tae Kwon Do, and others) engaged with attendees and registered new participants as well. The Duncanville Fire Department participated by displaying an engine and assisting in signaling the start of the egg hunt. Children participated in age-group egg hunts, with each age group containing 2 golden eggs with special prizes to be claimed at the Parks and Rec Tent. The event was well attended with over 700 attendees, highlighting the success of this annual tradition.

Programs/Camps Coming Soon

Programs

• TaiChi: First Class – April 6, 2026, 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM Recreation Center Teen Room
  
  
• Ping Pong Instruction: First Class – April 10, 2026, Recreation Center Game Room
  
  
• NFL Youth Flag Football League: Registration is now open

Camps

• Brazilian United Soccer Camp: June 22-26, 2026

Upcoming Events

Special Events

Planning efforts for the 2026 BloomFest Music & Arts Festival, scheduled for May 9, 2026, are progressing well. The Stage 1 performance schedule has been completed, and staff is currently working to finalize performers for Stage 2, which will highlight additional local talent and community-based performances.

The Battle of the Bands competition continues to generate strong community engagement. Public voting is currently underway and will remain open through March 30. The competition has helped increase BloomFest's visibility while showcasing regional musical talent and encouraging public participation.

Planning has also begun for the City’s Red, White, & Goals weekend, a multi-day celebration taking place July 3–5 in recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Staff is actively working to secure vendors and performers to support the expanded weekend experience, which will include a FIFA Watch Party, the annual July 4th Celebration, and a Youth Soccer Day.

Additional event details will be announced in the coming weeks. Residents are encouraged to stay updated by following @duncanvillespecialevents on Facebook and Instagram for the latest announcements, application opportunities, and event information.

Staff will continue providing updates as planning progresses.

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

• The Planning & Zoning Department will present 3 items to the City Council on April 7, 2026.

• From March 23-29, 2026, 34,183,030 gallons of water were pumped. The estimated water loss for that week was 384,902 gallons, including water breaks