City of Duncanville

• A total of 76 Rental inspections were scheduled this week;7 passed, 69 failed, and 0 were canceled. The primary reasons for the failed inspections were the absence of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection, missing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, ground rods, and water heaters not up to current code.
• 10 Single-Family Rental Certificates of Occupancy have been reissued for this week, and 2 apartment units.
• There were 59 Total Building inspections this week. 42 inspections passed, 15 failed, 2 canceled, and 0 partially passed.
• This week, there were 15 total health inspections: 1 for the annual renewal, 1 for the health certificate of occupancy, 2 for the annual swimming pool inspections, 9 routine health inspections, and 2 health complaints on businesses.
• The total amount of fees collected was $ 147,127.95.

 Duncanville School Crossing Guard Honored with Life-Saving Award

The Duncanville Police Department will proudly recognize Mr. Jerry Boyd, a dedicated school crossing guard, with the Life-Saving Award for his heroic actions in saving a student’s life. The award will be presented during the City Council meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Duncanville City Hall. Continued...

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West Nile Virus (WNV) Samples Results

Testing conducted by Dallas County Mosquito Control.

April 30, 2025 - Negative

May 7, 2025 - Negative

May 14, 2025 - Negative

May 21, 2025 - Negative

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.

• Hype Sports Basketball Tournament – 6 courts -- Friday 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM Saturday, 9:00 AM to 9:00 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 Rotary Club of Duncanville and Duncanville Lions Club meetings.
  
• Attended numerous meetings regarding the events of the Ride for the Wall event that transpired over the planning process to have a City of Duncanville presence on May 18, 2025
  
• Attended July 4th planning meeting with various City of Duncanville Departments.
  
• Provided a presentation to the City Council on the recent Insurance Services Office Consultant Report.
  
• The City Council approved 5% raises for the City of Duncanville Fire and Police Departments and adopted a Cost-of-Living Adjustment plan tied to the Consumer Price Index, subject to annual budget appropriation. The members of the Duncanville Fire Department are very appreciative of the City Manager Doug Finch’s efforts to take this to the City Council and for the City Council’s approval.
  
• Met with Consultant Mike Wilson on staff work plans.
  
• Attended City Emergency Operations Center training facilitated by Emergency Management.
  
• Met with Duncanville Independent School District to discuss establishing a fire training program. More details will follow.

The Fire Department responded to 151 calls for service in the past seven days, which included:

• Fires: 0
• Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Calls: 94
• Accidents: 16

Emergency Medical Services Administration

• Chief Kevin Bragg assisted Emergency Management with a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/First Aid class at the Duncanville Outreach Center May 21, 2025.

Emergency Management:

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

• The Emergency Management team (EMT) attended the Public Education Working Group meeting, the Dallas County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) meeting, and the Dallas County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting.
  
• EMT attended City of DeSoto Juneteenth special event planning meeting and conducted Duncanville July 4, 2025, special event planning meeting.
  
• The Emergency Management team taught hands-only CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and emergency response to Duncanville Outreach staff and volunteers with Division Chief Kevin Bragg.
  
• EMT monitored severe weather.

Fire Marshal’s Office

Inspections: 10

• Business: 9
• Vent Hood Acceptance: 1

Reviews: 11

• Plan Reviews: 10
• Design Review Committee Reviews: 1

Miscellaneous:

• Attended the Fourth of July pre-planning meeting.

POLICE WEEK

PERSONNEL

• Recruits Tesean Bond and David Perea completed week twenty-one of Police Academy Training. Week 21 consisted of a course on Crisis Intervention Training. They learned various methods for de-escalating situations with individuals battling mental health issues and experiencing a crisis. The course concluded with scenario training, allowing for much-needed practice and critique.
  
• Recruits Bond and Perea also had a full day of defensive tactics and the third and final Cooper Test. Our recruits were able to celebrate the noticeable differences between the first test and final test results. The academy has done well in emphasizing the importance of fitness in law enforcement.
  
• Recruit Victor Gonzalez completed week seven of Police Academy Training. This week focused on fitness, basic radio communication, mental wellness, arrest and control tactics, and report writing.
  
• The Duncanville Narcotics Unit led an operation that resulted in the seizure of 250,000 fentanyl pills, a kilogram of cocaine, a large quantity of heroin, methamphetamines, four firearms, and the arrest of two narcotics traffickers.
  
• On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Lieutenant Robert Byrd and Officer Michelle Arias attended Career Day at Acton Elementary School, where they had the chance to share insights into their roles in law enforcement with the students. Career Day is an exciting event that allows kids to explore a variety of professions and get inspired by real-life experiences. By participating, Lieutenant Byrd and Officer Arias gave students a closer look at what it’s like to serve and protect, helping to spark curiosity and perhaps even inspire some future careers in law enforcement.
  

Join us for the Summer Reading Kickoff on Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00 PM! Express yourself on canvas and contribute to the Community Art Project. Play games and win candy. Enjoy a free Kona Ice. Get a free Chick-fil-A cookie. Grab some cool freebies to kick off your summer.

• Free KONA ICE
  
• Free Chick-Fil-A Cookies
  
• Games & Candy
  
• Miss Aimee’s Balloon Twisting
  
• Dulcimer Player
  
• Reading Logs, Bookmarks & Freebies
  
• Express Yourself Community Art Project

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 Play, Tuesdays at 10:15 AM
  
• Crafty Readers, Wednesdays at 4:00 PM
  
• Preschool Literacy Games, Thursdays at 10:15 AM
  
• Nursery Rhyme Time, Thursdays at 11:15 AM
  

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.

We are excited to welcome the community to  BloomFest Music & Arts Festival this Friday, May 23, 2025, at Armstrong Park from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, over 50 market vendors, food trucks, a splash pad, and beautiful blooms provided by Cox Farms Nursery. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there as we kick off the summer season in Duncanville!

July 4th Celebration – Vendor Applications & Wristband Registration Now Open!

Planning is in full swing for our annual July 4th Celebration!

• Vendor applications are now being accepted for this significant community event.
  
• Wristband registration for attendees is also open. As a reminder, all guests must register in advance and wear an official wristband to enter the event area.

Vendor Info + Application + Attendee Registration

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

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

Business Retention, Expansion & Recruitment Activities

• Business Visit: Grand Opening for Xela's Bistro located at 1117 South Main Street
  
• Business Recruitment: Site visit & tour with developer, leasing broker, and prospective restaurant tenant for the project located at 216 West Center Street
  
• Business Recruitment: Call with leasing broker for vacant restaurant building located at 811 South Main
  
• Business Recruitment: Site submission call with listing broker for retail pad site located at Cockrell Hill & US 67

Xela Bistro is Open!

We are excited to share the grand opening of Xela Bistro in Duncanville! Xela Bistro is a welcomed addition to Duncanville's growing dining scene. This new establishment contributes to our goal of expanding local business opportunities and enhancing our community's appeal as a destination for quality dining.

• Official Opening: Thursday, May 22, 2025
  
• Location: 1117 South Main St, Duncanville, Texas 75116

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 it is 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!

DCEDC Incentive Grants /Hot Funds/Sponsorships Update

GRANTS

• Duncanville Eats – Signage, $4,330, approved by DCEDC – April 1, 2025
  
• Dolani Investments – 90-day extension for completion of paving and landscaping, approved by DCEDC – April 1, 2025
  
• Encina Restaurant – Infrastructure, $375,000, approved by City Council – May 6, 2025
  
• 738 N. Main St. – Infrastructure, $1,175,000, Reviewing

 SPONSORSHIPS

• Sister Cities Program - $10,000, approved by DCEDC on April 28, 2025

Accounting and Reporting

Week of May 15, 2025, to May 21, 2025:

• Electronic Funds Transfer Payments: 40 invoices were processed, totaling $ 643,240.30.

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

• Crew Leader- Utilities
  
• Utilities Maintenance Worker
  
• Customer Service Representative – Utility Billing
  
• Streets Maintenance Worker
  
• Recreation Center Attendant (Part-Time)
  
• Summer Camp Counselor
  
• Field Supervisor-Equipment Services
  
• Summer Camp Counselor
  
• Meter Technician I

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:

• Memorial Day (City Observed Holiday) – Monday, May 26, 2025 | CLOSED
  
• Bingo with Life and Health Insurance – Tuesday, May 27, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Smartphone Class – Tuesday, May 27, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Goldenaires Member Memorial Celebration – Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 10:00 AM
  
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, May 29, 2025 | 10:45 AM
  
• Game Night – Monday, June 2, 2025 | 5:00 PM
  
• Music Bingo with Palm Primary Care – Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 10:30 AM
  
• Smartphone Class – Tuesday, June 3, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Scam Prevention Presentation with Dallas County – Wednesday, June 4, 2025 | 11:00 AM
  
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 10:45 AM
  
• Planning Ahead: A Guide to Wills and The Probate Process – Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 12:45 AM
  
• Share and Care – Monday, June 9, 2025 | 10:00 AM
  
• Smartphone Class – Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Trip: Villa Dianna in Burleson, Texas – Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 4:00 PM
  
• Goldenaires Performance – Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM
  
• Monthly Birthday Celebration – Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 12:00 PM
  
• Painting with a Twist – Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 1:00 PM
  
• Trip: Magnolia Market Silos in Waco, Texas – Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM
  
• Snack and Learn with Share and Care – Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 10:45 AM
  
• Men’s Health Presentation with Molina Healthcare – Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 12:45 PM
  
• Father’s Day Breakfast – Friday, June 13, 2025 | 8:30 AM
  
• Ivory Truth Music Performance – Friday, June 13, 2025 |10:00 AM
  

Keep Duncanville Beautiful

Upcoming Events

Keep Duncnaville Beautiful – Monthly Board meeting May 19, 2025 7:00 PM, Location: Annex Conference Room.

PARKS

• Crews painted soccer fields.
  
• Crews sprayed rye to begin the transition of rye out.
  
• Crews poured ground sleeves for Alexander Park foul poles.
  
• Crews installed foul poles at Alexander Park.
  
• Crews assisted with the Duncanville Police Memorial at Armstrong Park.
  
• Crews inspected roof damage.
  
• Crews held a Turf Renovator demo at Harrington Park
  
• Crews assisted the City of Lancaster with painting with our robot.
  
• Crews installed street banners.
  
• Crews cleaned up the hydraulic leak from a bucket truck.
  
• Staff hosted the Duncanville Girls Softball Association tournament.
  
• Crews completed a park hazard inspection at Lions Park

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

Regular Meeting – Monday, June 9, 2025 | 6:30 PM | Rotary Park, 301 S. Venice Dr.
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board wants to hear from you!
Join us at Rotary Park, 301 S. Venice Dr., on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 6:30 PM, for a community input meeting for your neighborhood park. What do you like about our parks? What do you want to see improved in our parks? What amenities are you looking for? We look forward to seeing you there! Can’t make the meeting for your neighborhood park? Contact us at (972) 780-5070 or at [email protected].

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The City of Duncanville is proud to introduce the Hometown Champions Banner Program, a heartfelt initiative dedicated to honoring our local veterans and active-duty military personnel. This program offers families, friends, and organizations the opportunity to celebrate the sacrifices and service of loved ones in the U.S. Armed Forces.

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

Memorial Day Ceremony – Monday, May 26, 2025 | 10:00 AM
The City of Duncanville, in partnership with American Legion Post 81 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7843, respectfully invites you to the Memorial Day Ceremony, which will be held Monday, May 26, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM at Memorial Park. Santa Fe Trail and Main Street road closures will start at 8:00 AM. Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

Duncanville 300 Jr. Grand Prix – Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 11:00 AM –1:00 PM
Join us on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Duncanville Recreation Center for this year’s Duncanville 300 Jr. Grand Prix event. We have just over 10 Big Wheel tricycles for races that will take place upstairs on the walking track. In addition, we will build a mini track for the tikes on the west court in the gym. Lastly, we will have obstacle courses, prizes, popcorn, candy, and water for spectators. Admission is FREE. Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

Movies in the Park featuring Black Panther Wakanda Forever – Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 8:45 PM
Join us on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the Poe-Hobden Amphitheater at Armstrong Park for a Movies in the Park feat. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Admission is FREE. The movie will begin at approximately 8:45 PM. Don’t forget to bring your blanket or lawn chair. Contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070 for more information.

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 matter as required. The Economic Development staff is responsible for gathering information and facilitating its transfer to the consultants.

The public hearing from Tuesday, May 12, 2025, the Planning and Zoning meeting, has been moved to Monday, June 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

• 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 and Zoning Public Hearing was held on May 12, 2025.
  
• Upcoming Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting: June 5, 2025, 7:00 PM
  
  • Public Hearing – 1193 Explorer Street, Duncanville, Texas – (Variance to expand existing warehouse at the rear of the property)
• Planning and Zoning meetings have been continued to June 9, 2025, 7:00 PM.
  • Public Hearing – Life School Duncanville Charter, located on the Southeast Corner of E. Danieldale Road and S. Cockrell Hill Road – Rezone from SF-13 to a Planned Development (Educational Facility)
    
  • Public Hearing – 710 Valley Road, Duncanville, Texas - Short Term Rental (STR)
    
  • Public Hearing – 209 North Royal Oak Drive, Duncanville, Texas – Short Term Rental (STR)
    
  • Public Hearing – 508 Red Bird Lane, Duncanville, Texas – Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the use of “Auto Repair and Services, Major”
    
  • Public Hearing – 615 South Cockrell Hill Road, Duncanville, Texas – Specific Use Permit (SUP) to allow for the use of “Fuel Pumps.”

• Crew removed a fallen tree from the Fain Street alley at Oriole Boulevard.
  
• Crew assisted with Duncan-Switch traffic control devices.
  
• Crew marked three drainage utility locates.
  
• Crews cleaned 25 storm drainage grates.
  
• Crews repaired 50 potholes.
  
• Crews poured concrete on Alexander Avenue, South Royal Oak Drive, Redman Lane, Venice Drive, Explorer Street, and Camellia Drive.
  
• Crews laid hot mix on Eisenhower Drive, Alexander Avenue, and Woodhaven Boulevard.

• The new SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system is under construction. No water usage report is available this week, May 12, 2025- May 18, 2025.

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 May 2025.