City of Duncanville

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget

The City is pleased to provide the FY 2026 Proposed Budget in a new, convenient, mobile-friendly, and interactive digital version through the OpenGov platform. This modern tool gives residents, business owners, and stakeholders easy access to the City of Duncanville’s proposed financial plan for the upcoming fiscal year. Designed for transparency and usability, the digital format allows users to explore revenue and expenditure details and departmental goals in a clear, accessible way from any device.

This new format reflects Duncanville’s continued commitment to open government and public engagement. Community members are encouraged to explore the FY 2026 Proposed Budget at their convenience, gain a better understanding of how City resources are allocated, and participate in the civic process. The full interactive budget document is now available online. Click the button below to visit the proposed budget and get to know the new platform.

Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget

Notice of Tax Rates | 2025 Tax Rate and Budget Information

A Summer Jazz Note

Featuring: Erika Johnson and The Feel Good Quartet

Thursday, August 28th, 2025 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 
Xela Bistro
1117 S Main St, Duncanville, TX 75137-3201

Hosted by Xela Bistro and Music Lover's Learning Center

Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
Vamos a Celebrar!

Join us for the Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Party hosted by the Duncanville Arts Commission!

Friday, September 19, 2025 - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Main Station next to Community Theatre
100 S. Main St., Duncanville, TX 75116

Live Mariachis and Tasty bites

Make it a Weekend!
Stay the night at a Duncanville hotel and keep the celebration going at the Hispanic Heritage Month Festival hosted by the City of Duncanville at Armstrong Park on Saturday!

More music
More food
And more arts!

Bring your friends, family, and your dancing shoes!

Let's honor Hispanic Heritage and culture with a weekend full of unity and unforgettable memories.

Mark your calendar, you don't want to miss it!

Rental Weekly Inspection Report

• A total of 19 rental inspections were scheduled this week: 5 passed, 14 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.
  
• 5 Single Family Rental Certificates of Occupancy have been re-issued, and there are 14 apartment units this week, and zero complaints.

Building Weekly Inspection Report

• There were 101 Total Building inspections this week. 51 inspections passed, 44 failed, 5 were canceled, and 1 was partially passed.
  
• 38 Building Permits were issued this week.

Health Weekly Inspection Report

• This week, there were 4 total health inspections: 0 were health inspections for the annual renewal, 0 for a health certificate of occupancy, and 0 were for annual swimming pool inspections. 3 routine health inspections, 1 complaint.

Total Fees Collected for the Week

• The total amount of fees collected was $13,590.88.

City Council Delays Bond Election Until May 2026

At its recent Budget Workshop, the Duncanville City Council voted not to hold a bond election in November 2025. Instead, they plan to consider one in May 2026. This will give more time to study the needs of the Duncanville Police Station. At the same meeting, the Council asked for a “facilities assessment,” which is a study that looks at a building’s condition, how it is used now, and what will be needed in the future. Continued...

Read the Champion Newsletter for August 2025 (included with your monthly utility bill) and the Weekly Champion for August 11, 2025..

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

July 23, 2025 - Negative

July 30, 2025 - No update

August 6, 2025 - Positive (75116 zip code)

August 13, 2025 - Negative

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.

• International Kickboxing Federation (IKF) Point Muay Thai Kickboxing Tournament – 3 courts -- Saturday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  
• Sunday Morning Church Service - Sunday, 10:30 AM -12:30 PM, Suite #101C, the Center
  
• Masters Adult Basketball League - 2 courts -- Sunday 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  

Fire Administration 

• Attended Best Southwest Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting.
  
• Welcomed new Duncanville Assistant Fire Chief James Leary on his first day.
  
• Attended meeting to prepare for Best Southwest Legislative Series – Duncanville Day.
  
• Attended Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Workshop meeting.
  
• Attended the Regional meeting with the Southwest Regional Communication Center.
  
• Attended Duncanville Lions Club meeting.
  
• Attended the Regional meeting with the Best Southwest Regional Communication Center
  
• Attended Pink Diamonds Bike Event planning meeting.
  
• Attended CivicClerk training.
  
• Attended Rotary Club Duncanville meeting.

Fire Operations:

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

Fires: 2
1 structure fire in DeSoto and 1 structure fire in Lancaster
Emergency Medical Services: 76
Accidents: 11

Emergency Management:

• Emergency Management Specialist Kevin Bradley attended Point of Distribution (POD) training.
  
• Emergency Management Team (EMT) completed the Dallas County Hazard Mitigation Action Plan update approval for the Best Southwest cities.
  
• EMT executed new stand-by contracts for Debris Removal and Debris Monitoring for the City of Lancaster.
  
• EMT executed an annual extension for the stand-by contracts for Debris Removal and Debris Monitoring for the City of Duncanville.
  
• EMT attended the Regional Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee (REPAC) meeting
  
• Emergency Management Team attended the Dallas-Fort Worth Regional Training and Exercise Working Group meeting.
  
• EMT met with the City of Cedar Hill Independent School District Police Department to discuss reunification and exercise planning

Fire Marshal’s Office

Inspections:
Business: 4
Food Trucks: 4
Completed final inspection for the roof project at the Duncanville Fieldhouse

Reviews:
Plan Reviews: 12
Design Review Committee meeting: Canceled

Miscellaneous:
Attended monthly Paramedic Continuing Education.
Attended a meeting with 3rd third-party company to discuss building and fire review for Central Elementary School.
Attended the Fire and Death Investigation course.

PERSONNEL

• Recruit Victor Gonzalez completed week 19, while Recruits Kevin Sanchez and George Smith completed week 13. Three recruits: Nahum Escudero, Lazaro Castro, and Quincy Denham, completed week 3 of the academy.
  

Upcoming Events:

• Over 400 people visited the Duncanville Public Library during the Back-to-School event on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This event included a free backpack and school supplies giveaway, snacks and drinks, a craft activity, and other educational resources to rocket into the start of school! Sponsored by Greg Contreras, Mayor, DeMonica Gooden, Mayor Pro Tem, and Joe V’s Smart Shop.
  
  
• Read to Dogs: Saturday, August 16, 2025 (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM). Children practice reading to train therapy dogs.
  
  
• Notary services are now available at the Duncanville Public Library. Call (972) 780-5051 to confirm availability or make an appointment.

Ongoing Adult Programs:

• Craftastic, 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, Wednesdays from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. Learn the basics of using a computer. Please bring your laptop or borrow one of ours.
  
• Tech Tutors, Wednesdays from 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM. Get help with your own devices or on one of our public computers.
  
• Sewing Tutorial, Saturdays at 2:30 PM. There is a maximum of 3 participants; signup is recommended at the Information Desk or by phone at 972-780-5053. Learn the basics of using a sewing machine in the Duncanville Library’s maker space.
  
• Maker Time, Saturdays at 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Use the makerspace to work on your creative projects.

Ongoing Youth Programs:

• 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 and 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 in kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades.
  
• Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:15 AM. Story time fun for ages 3 – 6 and a caregiver.
  
• Nursery Rhyme Time, Thursdays at 11:15 AM. Story time, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, & songs. Ages 3-6 years and a caregiver.
  
• Game On! Thursdays at 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Teens aged 12-18 can enjoy board games or console games (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5) together.
  

Department Updates

The Economic Development department is partnered with CoStar, a commercial real estate information company that provides real estate 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.

Excitement Builds for the Best Southwest Hispanic Heritage Fest

 The City of Duncanville is proud to host the Best Southwest Hispanic Heritage Fest on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Armstrong Park. This annual celebration honors the rich culture, contributions, and traditions of the Hispanic community and promises to be one of the most vibrant events of the year.

The event will kick off with a parade at 3:00 PM, showcasing colorful floats, cultural pride, local groups, and community unity. Parade entries are still being accepted, and we invite businesses, schools, car clubs, dance groups, and more to participate and help us make this year’s parade unforgettable.

Following the parade, Armstrong Park will come alive with live music, food trucks, market vendors, and family-friendly activities. We are thrilled to announce an exciting entertainment lineup including:

• Janque Band
  
• Tejano Queen Forever
  
• Los Tigrillos

Plus, local performances by the Duncanville High School Spanish Club and other community groups!

Vendor applications for both food and market booths are now open. Those interested in showcasing their business or organization can sign up using the following link:  https://www.eventeny.com/events/duncanvilles-fiesta-patrias-16581/

We encourage residents and visitors to follow us on on Facebook and Instagram (@Duncanville Special Events) to stay informed on event updates, announcements, and behind-the-scenes previews.

The Hispanic Heritage Fest is a free, family-friendly event that reflects Duncanville’s commitment to celebrating diversity and community spirit. We look forward to welcoming thousands of attendees from across the Best Southwest region for an unforgettable night of culture, music, and fun.

Business Retention, Expansion and Recruitment Activities

• 8/17/2025 100 East Wheatland Road (Developer Meeting)
• 8/12/2025 DeSoto Civic Center - Staff attended regional tourism meeting hosted by Best Southwest Partnership and Texas Hotel Lodging Association (Tourism & Attraction)
• 8/13/2025 84 Lumber 1340 Duncanville Rd (Business Retention)
• 8/14/2025 3rd Annual Franchise Symposium & Trade Show, Plano. TX (Business Recruitment)

Encina is Coming!

We are thrilled to announce that Encina, the beloved Oak Cliff restaurant known for its adventurous menu featuring seasonal Texas ingredients, is expanding to Duncanville! The team behind Encina has officially closed on the historic property at 220 North Main Street, formerly home to Duncanville’s original fire station and later a TV repair shop.

Encina, a collaboration between celebrated chef Matt Balke and seasoned restaurant veteran Corey McCombs, has been a staple in the Bishop Arts District since its opening in 2020.

The addition of Encina to our downtown area marks a significant milestone in Duncanville’s ongoing economic development and revitalization efforts. We are excited to welcome this esteemed establishment to our community and look forward to the vibrancy it will bring to our historic Main Street.

Stay tuned for more updates on the opening date and grand opening celebrations!

Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) Updates:

• The DCEDC Board approved the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Proposed Budget on July 28, 2025
  
• The DCEDC Board approved an Administrative Services Agreement with the City of Duncanville as part of the FY 2025-26 Proposed Budget on August 7, 2025

GRANTS

• Encina Restaurant – Infrastructure, $375,000, Amended terms approved by City Council – May 6, 2025
  
• Duncanville Fire Department – Consultant Fees to improve City’s Insurance Office Rating (ISO), $21,000, Approved by DCEDC – July 7, 2025
  
• Parks and Recreation- Beautification Grant $349,582.00, Approved by DCEDC – July 28, 2025

SPONSORSHIPS

• Sister Cities Program- $10,000, Approved by City Council on May 20, 2025

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Reinvestment Zone Board Updates:

• Board members provided written reports of their analysis of the corridor as part of driving and walking tours of the district.
  
• Conversation is a continuation of strategy and vision for the TIRZ for the newly seated group of board members.
  
• Staff presented the TIF Annual Report to City Council on August 5, 2025.

Accounting and Reporting

Week of August 07, 2025, to August 13, 2025:

• Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 31 invoices were processed, totaling $565,867.35.

Read the May 2025 Monthly Financial Report

APPLY TODAY!

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

• Customer Service Representative – Utility Billing
  
• Crew Leader – Parks Maintenance
  
• Skilled Maintenance Worker II – Athletics
  
• Economic Development Executive Assistant
  
• Court Clerk II

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. The next police test will be August 23, 2025.

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

Upcoming Events

• Alley Cats Bowling – Monday, August 18, 2025: 10:00 AM
  
• Mystery Lunch – Tuesday, August 19, 2025: 12:00 PM
  
• Craft Activity with Palm Primary – Tuesday, August 19, 2025: 1:00 PM
  
• Bagel Social – Wednesday, August 20, 2025: 9:00 AM
  
• Bingo with Centerwell – Wednesday, August 20, 2025: 10:30 AM
  
• National Senior Citizens Day Ice Cream Social – Thursday, August 21, 2025: 12:00 PM
  
• Reading with Linda – Friday, August 22, 2025: 11:00 AM

PARKS

• Crews completed demonstrations for potential new mowers.
  
• Crews completed fertilization of Alexander Park Softball Complex.
  
• Horticulture crew attended Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA) Conference in Austin
  
• Parks staff member Kaelyn Cruz returned to work after completing her Army Reserve basic training
  
• Crews received 2 new trucks for Horticulture and Litter Operations
  
• Crews repaired the Alexander Park Concession Stand Drain
  
• Crews removed a fallen tree from the walking path at Ladd Nature Preserve.
  
• Crews completed mowing of native Wildflower Areas
  
• Crews completed pouring of the baseball concession stand pad
  
• Crews started the utility mainline re-route for the soccer concession stand

Recreation Center

New Part-Time Recreation Attendant – Tremaine Oliver
Oliver has worked for several large retail establishments and brings a wide variety of experience from operating POS systems, customer service, and leadership. He plans to continue his education in Parks and Recreation and aspires to manage a recreation center.

Upcoming Events

Armstrong Park

• August 16 - Country Concert – JKW Band - 7:00 PM
  
• September 13 - Arts Commission Presents Movie in The Park:  A Million Miles Away - 7:30PM
  
• September 27 R&B Concert: Memphis Soul - 7:00 PM
  
• October 4 - Hispanic Concert Hispanic Heritage Month Band TBA - 7:00 PM
  
• October 11 - Movies in The Park: Hocus Pocus/Monster House - 7:00 PM
  
• November 8 - Movies in The Park: Lone Survivor/Benghazi 13 Hours - 5:30PM
  
• November 22 Concert in The Park: TDB - A Christmas Carol Band - 7:00 PM
  
• December 20 - Movies in The Park: Home Alone and Santa Claus - 6:00 PM

Duncanville Fieldhouse

• October 24 - Boo Bash - 6:00 PM

Recreation Center

• December 13 - Cookies With Santa - 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  
• December 17 - Family Game Night - 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  

1. The Duncanville City Council held a public hearing on July 15, 2025, for Life School to rezone 1000 East Danieldale Road, City of Duncanville, Dallas County, Texas from SF-13 to PD (Planned Development – Education Facility). The Planning and Zoning Commission did not recommend approval. Duncanville City Council did not approve the request.
   
2. The Duncanville City Council held a public hearing on July 15, 2025, to address a Specific Use Permit allowing the use of Fuel Pumps”, at 615 South Cockrell Hill Road, City of Duncanville, Dallas County, Texas. The Planning and Zoning Commission did not recommend approval. Duncanville City Council did not approve the request.
   
3. The City of Duncanville held a Comprehensive Plan Joint Meeting on July 22, 2025, to discuss and possibly take action on adopting the New Comprehensive Plan. All boards, residents, and businesses were invited and encouraged to attend. The Comprehensive Plan Joint Meeting #ComptheBlock was a success, and the city received a lot of positive feedback. Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting.

Streets Division 

• Crews cleared brush debris from Linkcrest Drive.
  
• Crew identified and marked one utility drainage location.
  
• Crews repaired the concrete utility on Dawson Drive.
  
• Crew patched a total of 12 potholes at various sites citywide.
  
• Crews poured sidewalk concrete on Cardinal Creek Drive.
  
• Crew cleaned up a roadway motor oil spill on East Camp Wisdom Road.
  
• Crews laid hot mix asphalt on Wren Avenue and Mona Avenue.

 Utilities Division 

• From August 4-10, 2025, 39,372,100 gallons of water were pumped. The estimated water loss for that week was 211,750 gallons.
  
• Hydromax USA continues to exercise valves and GIS (Geographic Information System) to locate all the water distribution valves across the city. This project is scheduled for completion by mid-September 2025. *The Hydromax trucks are white with the company logo on them. The Utilities Division will have personnel with Hydromax to assist with locating valves when needed.