Dallas City Council District 13

Business owners and managers are invited to attend a free symposium by the Dallas Police Department.

Come learn how to make your business safer for your customers and staff and help protect you from crime.

Councilmember Willis led board members of the Dallas Economic Development Corporation, Michon Fulgham and Jimmy Tran, along with CEO Linda McMahon on a tour of District 13 today. The EDC will help retain and attract businesses to Dallas.

The Dallas International Night Market is a celebration of diverse cultures, featuring an array of global cuisines, artistic performances, and handcrafted goods from local artisans. Food enthusiasts can embark on a culinary journey around the world, sampling delicacies from various food vendors, while art lovers can explore one-of-a-kind treasures created by talented artisans.

In addition to the culinary and artistic experience, the event will showcase live entertainment, art displays, and Community Artist Program (CAP) performances, supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture. This fusion of music, art, and culture promises an unforgettable evening for attendees of all ages.

The Dallas International Night Market is a collaborative effort between 4OAK Events, the Dallas International District, and the City of Dallas. The Dallas International District, previously known as the Valley View-Galleria area, is undergoing a transformation into a dynamic, multicultural hub. Anchored by the upcoming Dallas International Commons, a 20-acre park approved by voters in a recent bond measure, the district is set to offer a live-work-play-visit environment.

District 13 Virtual Town Hall Meeting is Tonight Tuesday August 20th @ 6PM. Via Webex.

Please use the link provided: https://bit.ly/46RXt1O

District 13 Budget Town Hall Meeting is happening tonight Monday August 19th! Please join us at the Walnut Recreation Center 10011 Midway Rd. Dallas, TX at 6:00PM.

Just in case you can't make it to tonight's meeting we have a Virtual option for you.
Tuesday August 20th Feel free to join us virtually by using the Webex Link provided: https://tinyurl.com/pr3jfkcv

HIPP Home Repair - Applications Opening Soon

Applications open August 19-30.
Last in-person workshop:

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2024
6 - 7 PM
BECKLEY-SANER RECREATION
114 W. HOBSON AVE, DALLAS, TX 75224
*SPANISH EVENT, ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE

Remaining virtual workshops:

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024
11 - 12:30 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
6:30 - 7:30 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
11:30 - 1 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

Helpful videos can be found in English and Spanish by using the link provided: bit.ly/DHP33

HIPP Home Repair - Applications Opening Soon

Applications open August 19-30.
Last in-person workshop:

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2024
6 - 7 PM
BECKLEY-SANER RECREATION
114 W. HOBSON AVE, DALLAS, TX 75224
*SPANISH EVENT, ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE

Remaining virtual workshops:

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024
11 - 12:30 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024
6:30 - 7:30 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2024
11:30 - 1 PM
VIRTUAL HOME REPAIR APPLICATION WORKSHOP
ENGLISH & SPANISH SESSION

Helpful videos can be found in English and Spanish by using the link provided:

Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization Equity Strategy Target Areas - Engagement

Dallas Water Utilities Call Times Alert!

Residents calling with questions for Dallas Water Utilities (DWU) are experiencing Average hold times have been around 30 minutes over the past few days.

The City does not currently have enough DWU call agents to handle the current call volume.

There are 14 new DWU agents in training right now that will begin taking calls by the middle of September.



In the meantime, the Director of Communications & Customer Experience/311 has begun rotating 311 Supervisors and back-office 311 staff to relieve the call volume.

Additionally, customers are encouraged to check their account information using the DallasGo platform at dallas.gov/DallasGo or by using DWU’s Online Assistance Request Form.

dallas.gov

Communications, Outreach and Marketing Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 19, 2024

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
[email protected]

Dallas Sanitation Crews Continue Collection of Debris from the May 28 Windstorm
DALLAS - The Department of Sanitation has completed its first pass through Dallas for storm debris collection 10 days ahead of the previously stated goal. A second pass for collection of storm debris is underway and is focused on areas serviced in the first two weeks after the storm. Many residents in those areas were not able to place debris at the curb before Sanitation crews serviced their locations. The second pass for other areas will coincide with regular brush and bulky item collection in August.

As part of the second pass, regular brush and bulky item collection service is resuming immediately. Following the May 28 windstorm, Sanitation had asked customers to hold non-storm-related brush and bulky items until storm debris collection was complete. Residents can place up to 30 cubic yards of regular brush, bulky items and storm debris near the curb at no cost until September 1.

To date, Dallas Sanitation crews and contractors have collected approximately 500,000 cubic yards of debris since the windstorm. For comparison, this is more than four times the volume collected during the same time period in 2023 (May 29 - July 18), and 175,000 cubic yards more than was collected in the 60 days following the tornado in October 2019. To expedite the collection of the remaining storm debris and regular brush and bulky items, Sanitation has ordered additional contract crews to assist with the added workload. These additional crews will also help Sanitation stay on schedule with the higher-than-normal volume of regular brush and bulky item materials expected in August.

Code Compliance and Sanitation will host a special neighborhood trash-off event so residents can drop off bulky items. No hazardous waste (batteries, oil, paint or liquid waste) will be accepted. The trash-off event will be held on August 3, between 7-11 a.m., at Glendale Park, 1600 E. Five Mile Pkwy.

For more information visit Sanitation Services May 2024 Storm Debris Collection (dallascityhall.com)

DART SERVICE IMPACTED BY ACCIDENT IN DOWNTOWN DALLAS’ CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
Passengers should expect delays while service is restored.
Early morning on July 21, 2024, a crash occurred on Interstate 345 near South Good Latimer Expressway; a fire engine fell from the highway onto the DART tracks below. As a result of this accident, DART services lost power in the Downtown Dallas’ Central Business District- halting all train traffic in this area. Immediately after being notified, the DART Operations team established bus bridges at the following locations:
Cityplace/Uptown
Deep Ellum
Pearl/Arts District
West End
EBJ/Union
Victory
These bus shuttles will service the stations listed above in place of the usual lightrail service and will help passengers make connections to lightrail trains.
The crash resulted in severe damage to the DART system which will take a significant amount of time to repair. Moreover, Dallas Police Officials are investigating the crash, which means that DART cannot immediately begin the repairs to fully restore service.
During this time, passengers should expect significant delays and should be mindful of signage and directions from DART personnel.

Same message in Spanish:
EL SERVICIO DE DART AFECTADO POR UN ACCIDENTE EN EL DISTRITO CENTRAL DE NEGOCIOS DEL CENTRO DE DALLAS

Los pasajeros deben esperar retrasos mientras se restablece el servicio.

Temprano en la mañana del 21 de julio de 2024, ocurrió un accidente en la Interestatal 345 cerca de South Good Latimer Expressway; un camión de bomberos cayó de la carretera a las vías de DART. Como resultado de este accidente, los servicios de DART se quedaron sin electricidad en el Distrito Central de Negocios del centro de Dallas, deteniendo todo el tráfico de trenes en esta área. Inmediatamente después de ser notificado, el equipo de Operaciones de DART estableció puentes para autobuses en las siguientes ubicaciones:

Cityplace/Uptown
Deep Ellum
Pearl/Arts District
West End
EBJ/Union
Victory
Estos autobuses lanzadera darán servicio a las estaciones mencionadas anteriormente en lugar del servicio habitual de tren ligero y ayudarán a los pasajeros a hacer conexiones con los trenes ligeros.

El accidente resultó en daños severos al sistema DART que tomará una cantidad significativa de tiempo para reparar. Además, los oficiales de policía de Dallas están investigando el accidente, lo que significa que DART no puede comenzar de inmediato las reparaciones para restaurar completamente el servicio.

Durante este tiempo, los pasajeros deben esperar demoras significativas y deben estar atentos a la señalización y las instrucciones del personal de DART.

On July 7, 2016, four Dallas Police Officers and one DART Police officer were killed by a sniper. Today there was a remembrance ceremony held at the Southwest Patrol Station. Please take a moment to remember these fallen officers, and thank our first responders who protect us everyday.

Fallen Dallas Police Officers:
8193 - Lorne Bradley Ahrens
6141 - Michael Joseph Smith
10112 - Patricio E. Zamarripa
9217 - Michael Leslie Krol
DART Police Officer: Brent Thompson

⭐ The FreshStart Program invites residents seeking Second Chance employment to attend the Hiring Event. Discover the exciting job opportunities that await!

📅Thursday, Dec. 14
🕘9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 6th Floor,
1515 Young St., Dallas, TX 75201

Hello! Just wanted to remind everyone that this Saturday is District 13 Day at the Dallas Zoo! Use the QR code below, and you can get up to 6 free admission tickets. Hope to see you all there, come visit our table near the entrance and meet the D13 staff!

Hello District 13, please join us Tuesday, December 5th, at 5:30pm at W.T. White High School for an evening of music and dance to celebrate the holiday season!

Hello District 13! Please join us tonight from 6-7:30pm at the Northaven United Methodist Church for the decennial Charter Review Town Hall. Come for an overview of the charter, and share your thoughts.

The Rotary Club of Preston Hollow, in partnership with The Junkluggers of Dallas, is hosting a Landfill Diversion/Electronics.

The Recycling Event will be in the parking lot of Hillcrest High School on Hillcrest Road, Dallas on Saturday, November 18th, 8:30 – 11:30 am.

Andrew Siegel, Junkluggers’ franchise owner and member of the City of Dallas’ Environmental Commission, will be on hand with his team to accept electronics for recycling.