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Duncanville · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Duncanville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Duncanville’s City Manager is pulling back the curtain on the tough challenges currently facing our local government. It’s a quick look at the priorities and behind-the-scenes work keeping the city’s gears turning.
Duncanville is shutting down its local jail, which means the city has to rethink how it processes and transports people who get arrested. It’s a major shift in how the city handles day-to-day public safety operations.
The city is moving to revoke the specific use permit for the hotel at 711 East Camp Wisdom Road.
The city is working to get local teens more involved in civic life through a new Teen Council program.
The board is touring southern parks to evaluate current conditions and plan future improvements for the city's parks master plan.
The council is meeting at a local school to hear directly from residents. This is your chance to bring up any local issues or questions you have for your representatives.
Residents are concerned that new duplex and apartment developments will increase traffic and parking issues in already congested neighborhoods.
Streamlining local development reviews by giving city staff the power to approve simple plats without needing full commission votes.
Coyote sightings are spiking across Duncanville, and the city is scrambling to figure out a safety plan. You’ll need to keep a closer eye on your pets and kids while they work on a solution.
Duncanville’s Sister City program is under fire after reports of workplace bullying and $35,000 in missing taxpayer money. It’s a classic case of lack of oversight, and it’s your hard-earned cash that’s potentially being wasted.
New rules are being proposed for auto repair shops in town. If you own or use these businesses, these changes could affect service availability and costs.
Duncanville just hired Victor Barrera as the new Economic Development Director. He’s now the person in charge of deciding which new businesses and growth projects get the green light in your neighborhood.
The library is expanding its reach with new teen volunteer programs and high school partnerships to keep students engaged.
Duncanville is officially taking applications for its 'Hot Fund' grants, giving local business owners a shot at some extra cash. If you run a shop or service in town, you should definitely look into this before the deadline hits.
The city is preparing for its second annual music and arts festival. It's a big community event aimed at bringing people to the park and supporting local vendors.
Duncanville is officially on the hunt for a new City Manager after the previous one stepped down. Since this person basically runs the city's daily operations, the choice of their replacement will have a huge impact on how our local government functions.
Duncanville just fired its City Manager, and the fallout is already getting messy. This leadership shakeup could change how the city handles your tax money and keeps local projects on track.
Duncanville is finally breaking ground on the new Fire Station 271 this December. This project is a big deal for cutting down emergency response times and keeping the neighborhood safer.
Duncanville is setting up free drop-off spots to recycle your old Christmas trees instead of tossing them in the trash. It’s a quick way to clear out the clutter while keeping our local landfills from overflowing.
Duncanville is teaming up with the Better Block Foundation this November to test out safer streets, public art, and outdoor seating on South Main Street, and they want your ideas through a public survey first. It's a quick chance to help reshape a local corridor with temporary, fun street designs before making any permanent changes.
Duncanville police successfully neutralized an active shooter before any injuries occurred. It’s a huge win for local emergency response and shows that our safety protocols are actually working.
Duncanville is planning a major overhaul of Main Street that will completely change how we navigate and experience our downtown area. It’s a big project that aims to modernize the city’s core and reshape the local vibe for years to come.
The commission is working to connect local artists with business owners to boost the local economy and cultural scene.
A proposal to relocate and revitalize the Olden Year Museum as a downtown cultural anchor was presented to the Council.
After a horrific street racing crash killed three people, Duncanville is cracking down on reckless driving. Police are urging parents to have real talks with their teens before another tragedy hits our streets.
Several residents spoke in favor of renaming the local library in honor of David Green.
Duncanville is gearing up for a legal fight over a new sexual harassment lawsuit filed against the city. This could get messy, potentially shaking up local leadership and draining the city's budget.
Duncanville just made Marlon Goff the permanent Director of Economic Development after he spent time running the department as interim. This move confirms the city is doubling down on its current strategy to lure new businesses and boost the local economy.