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FREE Energy Efficiency Kits from the City of Dallas
Learn how you can save money on your electric and water bills each month... |
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Brownfields Grant Writing Workshop
The City of Dallas will be hosting a FREE grant writing workshop provided by EPA Region 6 Brownfields group at Hampton-Illinois Branch Library.
September 1, 2010
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
More information... |
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Coming Dec. 1: U-Verse customers can dial 311 directly
Starting Dec. 1, 2010, AT&T U-Verse customers need only dial 311 to reach a customer service agent 24 hours a day for urgent calls and 6 am to 8 pm Monday through Friday for routine service requests.
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SERVICE ALERT
Garbage and Recycling Collection Delayed for Some East Dallas Neighborhoods
A natural gas leak this morning at the City of Dallas Central Service Center fueling station has caused a three-hour delay in the collection of recycling and garbage materials for some East Dallas residents with Monday collection.
More information... |
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FY 2010/2011 Budget Town Hall Meeting Schedule
The City of Dallas wants your feedback on the City Manager’s proposed Fiscal Year 2010-2011 Budget. Please plan to attend a Budget Town Hall Meetings to share your input.
More information...
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North Texas Hosts the Superbowl
More information... |
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Celebrate ADA Awareness Day -
July 26, 2010
The American Institute of Architects Dallas Chapter along with, disability advocates and City officials are collaborating to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) civil rights law.
More Information... |
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Air Action Day - North Texas
July 7th (7-7-2010), 7am - 7pm
Join other North Texans on 7-7 (July 7th) and commit to do at least one thing that will enable us to breathe cleaner air. What will you do?
Tell us! |
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2010 Trinity River Photo Contest
Enter your photos of the Trinity River's natural beauty in the Second Annual Photo Contest. Professional, amateur and youth participants can enter images June 30th thru October 15th.
More information...
View 2009 Contest Winners as a PowerPoint or PDF. |
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2011 Dallas Bike Plan
The 2011 Dallas Bike Plan is being created with public input and assistance from expert bicycle planning consultants and City-sponsored committees.
Visit the project web site to register for email notifications and provide input on the Plan . |
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City of Dallas Closings and Schedules for Furlough and 4th of July Holiday
More information... |
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Have a Safe Fourth of July
Fireworks are Illegal in the City of Dallas and up to 5,000 ft. outside the City limits. You can be fined up to $2,000.00.
Safety information
Fair Park Fourth… on the Fifth!
Dallas will celebrate our country’s independence with free fireworks display and concert on July 5.
Find out more... |
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Dallas trees to get more ‘huggers’
Citizen Forester program will train residents in tree preservation. Find out how you can learn to plant, care for and preserve our trees!
Registration (deadline July 31st)
Find out more...
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If a catastrophic event hits your neighborhood, KnoWhat2Do!
Find out about Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in your neighborhood.
Training - Class Tango begins June 28 (pdf)
Training - Class Xi begins July 20 (pdf)
Training - Class Omicron begins August 14 (pdf) |
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SERVICE ALERT
The Water Utilities Customer Service telephone number
214-651-1441
is temporarily unavailable.
If you want to make a payment, please click the link provided to pay online or to locate a pay station near you. Otherwise please call 311 for water customer service or to report a water emergency. We apologize for any inconvenience to you.
Make a payment... |
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Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
Suspense is building as workers erect the center arch of the signature bridge over the Trinity River using a 1000 ton crane. Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the beautiful steel bridge opens in 2011.
Live web cam... |
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Bank on Dallas
Bank on Dallas is an initiative to help more low and moderate-income Dallas residents establish savings, build a credit history, gain access to low cost sources of credit and invest for the future.
More information...
News Release |
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Mayor’s Back to School Fair
The 14th Annual Mayor's Back to School Fair will be presented by Walmart and Sam's Club on Thursday, August 5, 2010, at Fair Park's Automobile and Centennial Buildings.
More information... |
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Medication Cleanout
Free, safe, confidential disposal of expired, leftover or unneeded medications.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
North Central Patrol Division
6969 McCallum, Dallas, TX 75252
More information...
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Dallas Public Library celebrates World Environment Day June 5
Celebrate the free event from 1-5 pm Saturday, at the Central Library. World Environment Day - founded by the United Nations
in 1972 to stimulate environmental awareness
and action.
More information...
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Click It or Ticket now includes backseat passengers
No matter how old you are or where in the vehicle you are sitting, you must buckle up
More Information... |
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Residents invited to May 27 open house for 2011 Dallas Bike Plan update
Share ideas and priorities for making Dallas a bicycle friendly city from
5 to 8 pm at City Hall.
More Information... |
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Riverfront Blvd. Public Involvement Workshop
Review the presentation, map and video link from the
May 10 meeting.
Workshop materials... |
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City of Dallas Closings and Schedules for Furlough and Memorial Day Holiday
City facilities to close Friday, May 28 for Furlough Day and Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day
More information... |
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City Manager Mary Suhm appoints David O. Brown as
the next Dallas Police Chief.
Brown, currently Dallas Police Department First Asst. Chief, will assume command of DPD on May 5th.
More Information... |
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Dallas Floodway System Update
The City of Dallas submits working plan to repair levees.
More Information...
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Dallas Floodway Project Periodic Inspection Report No. 9 (FINAL)
The City of Dallas announces Final Report Findings for Dallas Levee System in the Dallas Floodway Project Periodic Inspection Report No. 9).
More Information... |
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Dallas Graffiti Wipe Out
Painting of graffiti, also known as “tagging,” is a crime.
If you see someone tagging property, call
9-1-1 immediately. To report graffiti in your neighborhood, call the Graffiti Tip Line at
214-670-TIPS (8477).
Find out more... |
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Lobbying City Officials?
Whether you are a paid lobbyist or an ordinary citizen lobbying a particular issue, the City of Dallas requires disclosure and registration under Ordinance No. 27748 Lobbyist Registration and Reporting Program.
To register... |
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Public Safety and Flood Control Always Come First
More information...
Temporary Extension Request for Continued Participation in PL 84-99
Approval ensures the Corps will provide assistance to the City if needed.
More information...
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Faucet dripping? Toilet running? Sprinkler system working overtime?
Fix-a-Leak Week, March 15-21. Make sure no more water gets wasted in your home and fix a leak!
Find out more... |
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Do you have an outstanding warrant?
Pay your Municipal Court fines now or risk being arrested in the Great Texas Warrant Roundup. Pay in person, on line or call toll free (866) 835-2305.
More Information...
To pay fines online
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If a catastrophic event hits your neighborhood, KnoWhat2Do!
Find out about Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in your neighborhood.
Training - Class Nu begins March 20 (pdf)
Training - Class Sierra begins April 20 (pdf)
Training - Catolic Charities begins April 8 (pdf) |
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Storm debris collection map
Collection Map
2010 Bulk Collection Calendar
For more information... |
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Alley / Curb
95% of the people being converted to OneDAY in March will keep their current service location for garbage and recycling collection.
Find out if you’re the exception! |
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City seeks applicants to be part of Bicycle Advisory Committee
For more Information...
To download the Application... |
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New book highlights glory of White Rock Lake
Dallas Park and Recreation Department historian chronicles the history of White Rock Lake in her new book.
Read more... |
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City Holiday Closings and next City Furlough Day
Find out more information about special holiday hours and closings for City services. The next city furlough day is Friday, February 12, 2010. |
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Lobbying City Officials?
Registration is now required.
More Information... |
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City Events and Closings for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
The City of Dallas is closed on Monday January 18, 2009 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Events Schedule
Closings
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Winter Weather Safety Tips
The Dallas area is expected to experience extreme, extended periods of below freezing temperatures beginning Wednesday and extending through Saturday. These temperatures will be the most extreme the state has experienced since 1989.
Heating Safety Tips
Cold Weather Pet Tips
Carbon Monoxide Safety
Protect Your Pipes
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Citizens’ Fire Academy
Ever watched in awe as firefighters battled a blaze, wondering what you could do to help? Dallas Fire-Rescue has an assignment for you.
Now Taking Applications!
More Information |
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City Holiday Closings and
next City Furlough Day
Find out more information about special holiday hours and closings for City services. The next city furlough day is Thursday, December 31, 2009.
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A Message from the City Manager to Residents & Business Owners
Message from the City Manager
List of Consolidated Services
FY 2009/2010 Organization Chart
City of Dallas Rate Changes
More Information... |
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OneDAY is coming
in March 2010
Plan now to attend an upcoming Community Meeting to learn more about changes to your garbage and recycling collection service.
Find out more.... |
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Trinity River Photo Contest Winners Announced
350 photographs were submitted. The images all feature various aspects that can be found within the Trinity River Corridor Project.
View the PowerPoint Presentation or PDF. |
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Weatherization
Do you have a leaky roof? Is the cold air whipping through your windows? If you need help getting your house weatherized – to lower your utility bills - you may be eligible for FREE help – from the City of Dallas.
Find out more...
Weatherization flyer |
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Loving My Community Neighborhood Improvement Grant Winners Announced
Eleven projects across the city receive funding. The next grant cycle begins in February 2010.
Find out more... |
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Setting the Standard:
Building Green In Dallas
Find out more about Dallas’ Green Building Ordinance – now required for all commercial, residential and municipal construction in Dallas. |
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FOR SALE
TAX FORECLOSED PROPERTIES Homes and Land
September 22, 2009
More information... |
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THRIVING MINDS
The City of Dallas, in partnership with Dallas Independent School District and more than 100 arts, cultural and civic organizations, has undertaken a groundbreaking initiative called Thriving Minds that is working to improve the quality of education for every Dallas child.
More information...
View the BigThought site! |
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Dallas Convention Center Hotel
Learn more about the convention center hotel project. |
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Daytime Juvenile Curfew begins August 24
The Dallas Police Department begins enforcing a daytime juvenile curfew on August 24, 2009, the first day of classes for area public schools.
More information... |
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Reverse 911: In case of emergency...we'll call you!
As part of Dallas' emergency warning system, Reverse 911 will call and alert you in the event of an emergency like severe weather. Find out how it works and how to get the call on your cell or VoIP phone. |
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Super Summer Recycling Roundup!
Not sure what to do with all those used books, scrap metal, electronics and building materials? Drop them and more off at the Super Summer Recycling Roundup on August 29. |
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If a catastrophic event hits your neighborhood, do you KnoWhat2Do?
Find out how to sponsor Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in your neighborhood.
Training - Class Mu begins August 6 (pdf)
Training - Class Quebec begins August 8 (pdf) |
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TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT!
Photo Contest
Entries will be accepted June 30 through September 30, 2009.
News Release |
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Digital TV Transition
Are you ready? Find out what you need to do
before the June 12 switch.
Find out more... |
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Community Budget Forums
Residents attending will have an opportunity to give their input on the development of the FY 09/10 proposed budget.
Locations/Times
News Release
Community Briefing (Updated) |
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New Vaccine Requirements
effective August 1, 2009
The City of Dallas encourages parents and guardians to get their children immunized.
More Information... |
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Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) region ranks 10th in global competitiveness
A two-year study of the DFW region's competitive position in the global economy has just been released.
More Information... |
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American Recovery & Reinvestment Act
Learn more about how the funds will be spent in the City of Dallas
More Information... |
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Digital TV Transition
Are you ready? Find out what you need to do before the June 12 switch.
Find out more... |
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2009 Meet The Officers Safety Fair
North Central Police Station 6969 McCallum Boulevard @ Hillcrest
Saturday, May 9, 2009 10AM - 2PM
More Information... |
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A Badge You Can Trust
If you see someone with this badge in your area, don’t be alarmed. They are U.S. Census Bureau workers trying to make sure their database of Dallas households is accurate so everyone living in Dallas gets counted in the 2010 Census.
Regional Census web site
U.S. Census web site
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Swine Flu Health Advisory
Learn how to protect yourself and your family
Health Advisory
Swine Flu Information
FAQs |
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Relocate-America Releases 12th Annual
“America's Top 100 Places to Live”
More Information...
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“authorspeak”
Internationally acclaimed writer, scholar of religions and New York Times Bestselling author Reza Aslan at “authorspeak” Wednesday, May 6, 2009.
More Information... |
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Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence in Dallas Arts & Culture
20 Days - 20 Deals
Office of Cultural Affairs
More Information... |
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2009 Citizen Survey
The Citizen Survey assesses citizen satisfaction with the delivery of major city services to help improve the quality of city services and to determine priorities for the community.
More Information... |
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March has 5 Mondays!
The City of Dallas doesn't pick up bulk trash during the week of the 5th Monday.
More Information... |
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Earth Hour Dallas
Many of Dallas' landmark buildings commit to turn out the lights as part of Earth Hour 2009.
Downtown Building Participation
Learn more about Earth Hour |
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Trinity Parkway Project Public Hearing
NTTA and TxDOT
will conduct a formal Public Hearing Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at 7:00 pm, at the Dallas Convention Center Arena to discuss the proposed Trinity Parkway Project.
Notice of Availability |
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Service Alert: City limits impact of the St. Patrick’s Day parade and party on Lower Greenville neighborhoods
Find out: Parade route, block party, and how to report problems..
More Information...
Event map |
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The Future of Dallas is in Our Hands
2010 Census data directly affects how more than $3 trillion is allocated to local, state and tribal governments over the next 10 years and population totals will determine which states gain or lose representation in Congress.
Regional Census web site
U.S. Census web site |
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Gun Back and Safety Event
Saturday, February 28, 9 a.m. – noon at Reunion Arena, North Plaza
More Information...
Frequently Asked Questions |
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Do you have an outstanding warrant?
Pay your Municipal Court fines now or risk being arrested in the Great Texas Warrant Roundup. Pay in person, on line or call toll free (866) 835-2305.
More Information...
To pay fines online
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Winter Recycling Round Up!
February 20th and 21st
Get rid of your electronic items (e-waste), small appliances and more…
More Information... |
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OneDAY Dallas!
Starting in February, some residents in Northwest Dallas will have their garbage and recycling collected once each week, on the same day.
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Pet of the Week!
Meet Chelsea, the City of Dallas "Pet of the Week" for the week of February 16, 2009. Chelsea is a 3-year old Australian Shepherd who has been vaccinated, micro-chipped and sterilized. All she needs now is a good home!
If you 're interested in Chelsea or any other pet from Dallas Animal Services, visit the Animal Adoption facility at 1818 N. Westmoreland in Dallas, Texas or call 214-670-8246.
Meet Sadie |
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The digital switch is coming…
find out where to recycle
your old TV!
Don’t trash your TV. Stop, drop and go to the City’s TV recycling event.
More information... |
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Senior Cpl. Smith Remembered
Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert, the Dallas City Council, City Manager Mary K. Suhm and the entire City of Dallas family expresses deep sympathy to the family of Senior Corporal Norman Smith who died in the line of duty January 6.
Continued...
Candle-light vigil and funeral arrangements |
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Dallas City Council Passed New Smoking Ordinance December 10, 2008
The new standards to the smoking ordinance take effect April 10, 2009.
City to host public forums to discuss new smoking ordinance.
Ordinance |
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Dallas Named To EPA’s Green Power Leadership Club
City’s 2008 Clean Energy Purchase Among Top In Nation
More Information... |
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City opens employee medical clinic at City Hall
Preventive, urgent, and acute medical services to be provided to city staff, their dependents, and retirees.
More about the clinic...
News release |
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Enforcement of Uninsured Motorist Ordinance to begin January 1
Learn more about the towing ordinance... |
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Tis the Season to Recycle
Find out where you can make mulch of your Christmas tree!
More information... |
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Townhomes at Bexar Street
Now Selling!
Be the first to own a new home at the Townhomes at Bexar Street Village.
More Information ... |
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Southern Dallas Loose Dog Initiative
Beginning December 8th, the Department of Code Compliance will begin conducting a Southern Dallas Loose Dog Initiative.
More Information... |
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Dallas to take part in America Recycles Day—November 15th
Do your part by bringing your e-waste (electronic waste) and other recyclables to our Fall Recycling Roundup.
More Information |
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Dallas to receive an additional $7.93M in funding to help stabilize neighborhoods most impacted by foreclosure. Attend an upcoming public meeting to share your input on how the funds should be spent. |
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Unclaimed Property
Search the Texas Comptroller's Office unclaimed property list to see if you have forgotten money!
More Information |
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Stop for School Buses
School Bus Safety Week October 20 - 24
Avoid Harm, Obey the Stop Arm
More Information |
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City Meetings Now Online and
On Demand
Dallas residents can now see local City Council meetings live on the internet and watch replays at their convenience.
Video on Demand...
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The new Trinity River Audubon Center opens October 18-19, 2008
Free Admission, Opening Weekend
More Information...
Trinity River Audubon Center Opening Invitation |
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Hurricane Ike
If you need shelter call: 214-653-7629
To Donate or Volunteer...
Preparing for Hurricane Ike...
Media Instructions...
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New sidewalk replacement program
Fast Fix program offers property owners a faster,
more convenient option.
More information...
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City of Dallas PROPOSED Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Budget
PROPOSED FY 2008-09 Budget
Budget Town Hall Meetings Schedule
(Adobe PDF) |
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Hip-Hop for HIV Concert, September 14, 2008
Individuals who participate in the confidential testing will receive a free ticket to the concert. Dates/Times for “Testing for Tickets” Locations
More Information... |
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Dallas Responds to Gustav
To make donations...
To volunteer...
For self-evacuations....
Shelter information... |
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City Council passes new animal control ordinance
Rules tighten animal ownership under new regulation...
Find out more... (ordinance, applications, etc.)
Is your pet registered? |
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Citizens’ Fire Academy
Ever watched in awe as firefighters battled a blaze, wondering what you could do to help? Dallas Fire-Rescue has an assignment for you.
Now Taking Applications!
More Information |
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Coming Soon!
A new format to City Utilities and Services Bills
View Sample Format |
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Cryptosporidiosis Outbreak
Help keep our pools and spray parks safe!
Health Advisory
Hyperchlorination Guidelines
Flyer / Poster |
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Summer Recycling Round Up!
The City of Dallas Sanitation Department offers Round Ups each season to help stop uneccessary items from filling up our landfills and help prevent illegal dumping.
More Information... |
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Excessive Heat Forecast
Residents seeking refuge from the heat can go to their local library or recreation centers.
Find out more...
Heat Prevention Tips... |
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The 2008 Mayor's "Back to School Fair"
Thursday, August 7th, 2008 at
Fair Park’s Automobile and Centennial Hall Buildings
Find out more... |
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City Council passes new animal control ordinance
Rules tighten animal ownership under new regulation...
Find out more...
"No tethering" flyer |
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Digital TV Transition
Now is the time for us all to get up to speed on DTV: what is it; what does it mean to me; what do
I need to do?
Find out more... |
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City’s Environmental Management System receives national recognition
Dallas is first in the nation to achieve ISO 14001:2004
certification
for broad scale operations.
More Information...
Event Photos |
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City currently seeking a Management Development Associate
For Masters-level graduates interested in local government management as a career.
More Information |
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Outstanding Warrant?
Pay Now to Avoid Arrest!
View Warrants List (Adobe pdf) |
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It Doesn't Stop at the Kitchen Sink!
Mayor Tom Leppert has proclaimed the week of June 1st thru 7th "Cease the Grease" Week.
A Cooking Oil Drive is being held that week, June 2nd thru 7th.
More Information... |
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2007 Drinking Water Quality Report
Produced annually to answer your water quality questions.
Read the report ... |
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Dallas Homeless Alliance opens
multi-purpose facility
The Bridge, a multi-service campus in Downtown Dallas, opened this week to serve homeless men, women and children.
More Information...
Photos from the Opening |
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Dallas Convention Center Hotel
Learn more about the convention center hotel project. |
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If a catastrophic event hits your neighborhood, do you KnoWhat2Do?
Find out how to sponsor Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in your neighborhood.
Training Application (MS Word)
Training Schedule (pdf) |
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Trinity River Corridor Project -
Rename Industrial Blvd. Survey
Survey Starts May 26th
More Information... |
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Dallas Delivers
Your City, Your Community
Spring-Summer 2008 |
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greendallas.net |
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Dallas Police Memorial Observance
Honor our fallen heroes Wednesday, May 14 at Noon. Public ceremony at the Police Memorial across from City Hall. Rain location Dallas City Hall Lobby.
More Information... |
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Children’s Book Fair to showcase national authors and illustrators
A multicultural event in Dallas May 16-17 is bringing together children, families and an impressive roster of children’s authors and illustrators.
More Information... |
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Spring Recycling Round Up!
Get rid of your electronic items (e-waste), small appliances and more…
More Information... |
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Follow the City of Dallas’ trade delegation through China
View the News and Photos from each city:
Tianjin Visit Qingdao Visit
Dalian Visit Shenzhen Visit
Hong Kong Visit
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DART to host community meetings on the expansion of the Green Line
Community meetings to be held April 15th,
17th & 21st.
More Information |
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Citizens’ Fire Academy
Ever watched in awe as firefighters battled a blaze, wondering what you could do to help? Dallas Fire-Rescue has an assignment for you.
More Information |
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Red Light Camera Update
Significant reductions in red light violations over the past year indicate that we are moving in the right direction and our streets are safer.
More Information |
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New Green Building Standards
The Dallas City Council adopted a resolution for the implementation of the citywide green building program.
More Information |
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Join in and Clean Up Dallas!
Go online now to register for the 2008 Trash Attack and Graffiti Wipeout Day, a city-wide community event on May 3.
Register here... |
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Garbage and Recycling Changes
Beginning March 3, garbage and recycling collection changes are coming to some areas north and south of LBJ. |
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Watch
the Construction of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge
View pictures of the bridge as it is being constructed... |
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If a catastrophic event hits your neighborhood, do you KnoWhat2Do?
Find out how to sponsor Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in your neighborhood.
Class Beginning April 8th
Class Beginning April 9th |
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