Rideshare pilot to launch in Deep Ellum

Need a Lyft? There’s a place for that.

The City of Dallas and the Deep Ellum Foundation have collaborated with rideshare companies Uber and Lyft to address concerns about public safety, traffic flow and quality of life in the Deep Ellum area. To reduce congestion in the core area of activity in Deep Ellum, designated zones will be marked for rideshare drivers to stage and wait for riders, as well as where to pick them up. New zone identification signs and wayfinding markers will be placed in the zones, and new lighting has been installed in select locations to support this pilot and related nighttime activity. After the April 18 launch, the zones will be in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

This pilot will provide the first coordinated, neighborhood-wide designated rideshare drop off and pick up zones outside of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. These new zones will provide customers access within one to two blocks of the core activity in Deep Ellum, while improving congestion and emergency vehicle access in the area. Geo-fencing technology will show riders and drivers in the area where to meet. The pilot is subject to change, and the zones may shift as the program is continually assessed.

Signage marking the staging, pick up and drop off zones:

Drop off and pickup zones:

• Good Latimer Expressway northbound between Main and Commerce Streets
• Commerce Street eastbound between Crowdus Street and Malcolm X Boulevard
• Pryor Street southbound between Main and Commerce Streets
• Malcolm X Boulevard northbound between Indiana and Julius Streets
• Swiss Avenue westbound between North Hawkins Street and Good Latimer Expressway

Rideshare driver staging areas:

• Main Street between Cesar Chavez Boulevard and Good Latimer Expressway
• Commerce Street between Cesar Chavez Boulevard and Good Latimer Expressway

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Elections to be held in Dallas County

Election for Dallas County will be May 4, 2019. Early voting begins on Saturday, April 22, 2017 and will continue until Tuesday, April 30, 2019.

Texas voters must show photo identification or an exemption to providing Photo ID, when voting in person. Photo identification requirements, including exemptions, can be found at www.VoteTexas.gov or www.DallasCountyVotes.org.

Dallas County registered voters may vote at any early voting location. For more information on early voting locations, dates and times visit Dallas County Election Website.

 

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Dallas selected to host International Economic Development Conference

Dallas will be the host the 2020 International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Annual Conference from Oct. 11 – 14 at The Hilton Anatole.

The three-day conference is expected to attract more than 1,500 economic developers, consultants, university-based economic developers and thought leaders from around the world to learn from the City of Dallas’ effective economic development tools and strategies.

“I’m thrilled by this international recognition that Dallas is the heart of economic development in the United States,” said Dallas Mayor Michael Rawlings. “There is no more appropriate place to host this convening because of the tremendous growth we have had over the past eight years. I can’t wait for our city to show the attendees all that we have to offer and all that we’ve accomplished.”

Event Information:

What: IEDC 2020 Annual Conference

When: October 11 – 14, 2020

Where: The Hilton Anatole: 2201 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75207

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Dallas Public Library to collect oral histories of west Dallas, south neighborhoods

Long-time residents of Dallas’ western and southern neighborhoods can preserve their photographs, letters and other document through a new collaboration between Dallas Public Library and buildingcommunityWORKSHOP, a local community design center.

The first “History Harvest” will take place at the Dallas West Branch from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. Participants can bring up to five items about the history of their neighborhood to have digitized and added to the library’s archives. Oral histories will also be recorded for a series of short films about the neighborhood. All participants will receive digital copies of their contributions.

Additional History Harvest events will take place at the Polk-Wisdom Branch and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch later this year. Exhibits of the digitized materials will be shown at the respective branch libraries in fall 2019 and winter/spring 2020, including a final show in June 2020 at the Central Library featuring stories collected from all three neighborhoods.

“We’re excited to expand our Neighborhood Stories work through this partnership with the Dallas Public Library. The goal of this work is to amplify the stories of residents across the city; working with the Library will enable a level of preservation and future access that we’ve never been able to achieve before,” said Lizzie MacWillie, Associate Director of buildingcommunityWORKSHOP.

For more information, contact Lizzie MacWillie, buildingcommunityWORKSHOP Associate Director, at 214-252-2900 or lizzie@bcworkshop.org

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City Council to hold public hearing on proposed changes to the Dallas Fire Code

The following item will be on the May 8, 2019 City Council voting agenda:

A public hearing to receive comments and an ordinance granting an amendment to Chapter 16, “Dallas Fire Code,” of the Dallas City Code; providing a definition of alternative standby personnel; allowing alternative standby personnel to conduct fire watch duties; requiring standby personnel and alternative standby personnel to have a minimum of two means of contact the fire department; providing minimum qualifications of alternative standby personnel.

To read the text of the ordinance, click here.

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Dallas Marshals need help locating person of interest

The Dallas City Marshals are asking for the public’s help in locating a person of interest associated with alleged injury to an animal in the 4200 block of Bailey Avenue. Surveillance cameras captured the incident on Sunday, March 31, just around 8:20 a.m.

The individual appears to have been driving a black Nissan, with an aftermarket body kit and distinctive markings. The driver is seen on Bailey Avenue, pulls the dog out of the passenger seat, and drives away. The Marshals believe the dog is a pit bull or pit mix.

The surveillance video can be seen here: 

 

Anyone with information related to this incident who can identify the car or the driver is encouraged to contact the Dallas Marshal’s Office Environmental Crimes Unit at dallasenvironmentalcrimes@dallascityhall.com, or remain anonymous by contacting North Texas Crime Stoppers at 877-373-TIPS (8477). Information leading to an arrest can receive a reward of up to $1,500.

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Dallas Public Library exhibit spotlights black activism of 1960s, 1970s

Dallas Public Library has partnered with the newly-organized Dallas Black Power Legacy Project to collect, preserve and display artifacts from the city’s black power and black consciousness movements in a new exhibit on display April 1 to June 1 in the Dallas History & Archives division of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.

The exhibit includes photos, documents and other original material from the Al & Lovie Lipscomb Collection, the Dallas Black Power Legacy Project Collection, and the Fahim Minkah Collection. Al Lipscomb was instrumental in changing how Dallas City Council members were elected, and Fahim Minkah cofounded the Dallas Black Panther Party in the late 1960s.

The exhibit will debut at a special event, The Dallas Black Power Experience, on April 6 at 3 p.m., featuring performances by Soul Rep Theatre Company and drummer Len Barnett with a panel discussion about the history of the local chapters of black power groups like the Black Panther Party, the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and the Black Women’s United Front. The event is cosponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library and Remembering Black Dallas, Inc.

“These movements were an important part of Dallas’ rich history. We hope that with increased public awareness, community involvement and philanthropic partnerships we can continue to collect and preserve the stories of diverse communities for future generations,” said Sultana Vest, the librarian overseeing the project for the library.

A digital timeline of black activism in Dallas in 1965-1975 will be featured in the Dallas History & Archives division’s Digital Image Gallery. Full cataloging and digitizing of the collection will take more than a year to complete.

The Dallas Black Power Legacy Project is a group of local people who were active in the black power movements of the past and want to see that history celebrated and preserved for the future. Depositing their collection at Dallas Public Library ensures that the history can be freely accessed by students and other local history scholars.

“But this is also a call to action, for forging understanding, for connecting the dots between the past and the present,” said Ernest McMillan, a member of the Dallas Black Power Legacy Project’s steering committee. “It’s a sacred remembrance of all those who came before us, who toiled and sacrificed to uplift our community.” McMillan was Chairman of Dallas’ Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee from 1967-1969. He helped forge the partnership with Dallas Public Library after he spotted his mother, activist Eva McMillan, in a photo from the Marion Butts Collection, also housed in the Dallas History & Archives division.

For more information on the Dallas Black Power Legacy Project, contact Marilyn Clark at 214-671-1998.

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City of Dallas begins countdown to Census Day 2020

 April 1, 2019 marks 365 days from Census 2020 and the City of Dallas wants to ensure everyone is counted. 

The federal government distributes over $675 billion per year based on census data. Texas receives over $43 billion per year, about $1,578 per Texan. Every person counted has direct impact on planning for schools, transportation, health programs and other community needs.  

“Participating in the Census 2020 count is one of the most important opportunities for Dallas residents,” said Mayor Mike Rawlings. “Our schools depend on it, our roads and streets depend on it, and our communities depend on it. Over the next year, our Complete Count Committee will be embarking on a robust effort to raise awareness about the Census. There will be a heightened focus to ensure that children and those in our immigrant communities are counted. Help us by getting involved.” 

2020 is the first time that you will be able to respond online or on the phone. You can also respond by paper. The questionnaire will also be offered in 12 languages, in addition to English. 

 The census is safe and easy to complete. Your answers are protected by Title 13, and cannot be shared with any outside agency or entity, including ICE, law enforcement, IRS, apartment managers, etc. 

 How to get involved : 

• Make your pledge to participate in Census 2020 by posting to social media: I COUNT, YOU COUNT, WE ALL COUNT #DallasCounts2020 
• Help us spread the word in your community about Census 2020! For more information email info@dallascensus.com  

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Public Hearing following April 3 Briefing

On April 3, 2019, the City Council will be briefed on proposed changes to the Citizens Police Review Board. Members of the public will have an opportunity to share their comments to the City Council during a public hearing following the briefing presentation.

To view the agenda, please visit www.DallasCity Hall.com or click here.

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Dallas Arts Month brings hundreds of thousands to City

Dallas Arts Month kicked off on Wednesday with a rousing a ceremony featuring Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico and Len Barnett & Percussion Things at City Hall. During his address, Mayor Mike Rawlings reflected on the growth of Dallas Arts Month from year to year.

“Since expanding Dallas Arts Week to Arts Month, we have been able to involve more artists, arts organizations and residents, and offer more events,” Mayor Rawlings said. “Last year, Arts Month saw a significant increase in both events and attendance – nearly 1,500 events with an attendance of over 358,000…I hope that art will not only be seen internationally as one of our hallmarks, but that art will be a stage where this city grows.”

Councilmember Sandy Greyson, chair of the Quality of Life, Arts and Culture Committee agreed.  “Having a vibrant arts and culture scene is essential to enhancing the quality of life in our city,” Councilwoman Greyson said. “We also know that the arts are truly engines of the new economy. That is why the City Council adopted a new Cultural Plan last November to make sure that we as a City are making strategic investments to keep this arts engine firing.”

Dallas Arts Month offers opportunities for people to explore music, theatre, museums, and festivals during the month of April. Mayor Mike Rawlings first established it as Dallas Arts Week six years ago.  Visit DallasArtsMonth.com to see a list of the activities taking place throughout the City.

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Dallas Municipal Court closures

Dallas Municipal Court at 2014 Main Street will be closed Monday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 3, 2019.  All court appearances and jury duty scheduled on Monday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 3, 2019 will be rescheduled. Persons with scheduled court or jury appearances will be notified by mail with a new court or jury date.

If you do not receive a new court or jury date, please call Courts at 214-670-0109 or visit courts.dallascityhall.com.

The municipal court building will remain open during this time. Court Clerk staff will be available to assist attorneys and defendants with clerical functions such as filings, answering questions, taking payments, records and setting up payment plans.

Defendants seeking to resolve their citation(s) without coming downtown, can pay online at courts.dallascityhall.com, by mail or by phone by calling 214-670 0109. Defendants can make full citation payments at the Dallas Marshal’s Office, located at 1600 Chestnut, Dallas, TX 75226, which is open 24/7.

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Planned System Outage

On Friday, March 29, the City of Dallas’ Salesforce CRM System will be taken offline for scheduled maintenance and data migration for approximately 48 hours. The outage will begin at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 29 and is expected to last through 5 p.m. on Sunday, March 31.

The OurDallas mobile app and 311 website will be down, but our 311 Call Center will be operational during this time. Call takers will follow their backup procedure for logging and submitting service requests until access to Salesforce has been restored.

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Text-to-9-1-1 now available in Dallas

In an emergency, calling 9-1-1 is the first step to contacting first responders. Now, Dallas residents can also send a text message to 9-1-1 – this service can be life-saving for those unable to speak to due to a physical impairment, or someone in a situation where talking could put them in danger.

Here are some simple do’s and don’t’s:

• Do text in simple English, without abbreviations or slang
• Do include your location and the type of emergency in the first message
• Do make sure your phone’s “Location Services” settings are enable to allow 9-1-1 to respond
• Do not include videos or images, including emojis
• Do not include 9-1-1 in a group message
• Do not have settings such as “Do Not Disturb” active, which may prevent 9-1-1 from responding

Texts sent to 9-1-1 may be slow or not possible based on provider coverage. Text-to-9-1-1 is not available in every city. Calling 9-1-1 is still the best and fastest way to receive emergency assistance. Texting or calling 9-1-1 with a prank or false report is a crime, and individuals who misuse the 9-1-1 service can be located.

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Dallas Love Field wins concessions award

Dallas Love Field’s concessions program was named the best overall program for medium-hub airports at the recent Airport Experience Awards, formerly known as the Airport Revenue News awards.

The concessions program includes all restaurants and eateries within the terminal, as well as specialty retail shops, shoe shine stands and kiosks. The program is in the process of expanding with new dining options opening within the year.

The concessions honor follows Love Field earning the 2018 Airport Service Quality Award for North American airports serving 15-25 million customers. The Dallas City Council will recognize Love Field for the ASQ Award, which is based on customer surveys, at its March 20 Council meeting.

Dallas Love Field experienced the busiest year in its history in 2018 in terms of passengers. The airport eclipsed 8 million enplaned passengers for the first time and serviced more than 16 million total passengers. DAL was the 31st-busiest airport in the United States, making it the busiest in the medium-hub category.

 

 

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Cool down this spring, summer with Dallas aquatic pass

Spring is here and it isn’t too early to start thinking about the summer heat and how to cool down. From now through April 15, Dallas aquatic season passes are 40% off, the lowest price of the season. There are three levels of passes, each with its own set of benefits.

The Cove Pass:  For $42 you can swim all season long anywhere you’d like. Benefits include admission to The Cove Aquatic Centers at Crawford, Fretz and Samuell Grand, as well as Kidd Springs, Lake Highlands and Tietze Aquatic Centers and all community swimming pool locations. Regular price is $70.

The Community Pass: For $30 you can get into Kidd Springs and Lake Highlands Community Aquatic Centers, Tietze Neighborhood Aquatic Center, and all community swimming pool locations.Regular price is $50.

The Neighborhood Pass: For $18 you’ll have access to Tietze Neighborhood Aquatic Center and all community swimming pool locations. Regular price is $30.

Regular price daily admission ranges from $2-$6 for 11-year-old and under and $4-$8 for those older than 11.

Purchase your pass online or at your local Dallas Recreation Center. Once purchased, the pass will be added to your account. You will receive your physical pass on your first visit to the aquatic centers when they open this summer.

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Dallas Department of Transportation is responding to traffic signal outages

The Dallas Department of Transportation (DDOT) is actively responding to traffic signal outages throughout the City due to the rainy weather. Our Signal Maintenance group is addressing all outages.

As protocol, the Traffic Operations Maintenance group will work through 311 dispatch system and address “all signals out” as a top priority for the City. We will continue to monitor outages in the City at our Transportation Management Center with 311.  We will provide updates throughout the evening as we receive additional information.

UPDATE: As of 10:30 am, we have 63 confirmed traffic signals on flash and 32 estimated “all outs.”

Our Signal Maintenance team is actively addressing all outages and will continue to do so.

DDOT will continue to provide updates throughout the day.

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Love Field tips for Spring Break 2019

As spring break commences next week for Dallas and Dallas-area schools, Dallas Love Field expects heavy travel over the coming weekend and throughout spring break.

Dallas Love Field offers the following tips when traversing the airport. At the airport, visit one of the four information booths – three in the non-secured portion of the terminal and one in the secured portion of the terminal – for additional assistance.

• Arrive at least 90 minutes to two hours prior to your flight to allow for parking, check-in and security screening. Peak hours – especially early morning – will lead to longer wait times.
• All three of DAL’s parking garages are first-come, first-served and are within walking distance to the terminal. Plenty of parking is available for those who wish to drive themselves to the airport.
• Parking Garages A&C are $15/day, Parking Garage B is $9/day. Discounted pricing is available in limited quantities on the roof level of Garages B&C.
• Dallas Love Field’s cell phone lot is located just to the north of the Herb Kelleher Way and Mockingbird Lane intersection and is accessible from Aubrey Avenue. Follow signage to access the lot.
• Drop-off and pick-up for passengers is on the upper level, marked Departures/Arrivals, on the upper roadway of Herb Kelleher Way. The ticketing hall, security checkpoint and baggage claim are on the upper level.
• Passengers using any form of ground transportation, including taxis, for-hire shuttles, transportation network companies and rental car shuttles should proceed to the lower level upon exiting either baggage claim or the terminal.
• Due to limited curb space, dropping off and waiting for arriving passengers on the upper roadway must be done in an efficient manner. Dallas Police will be on-site to control traffic and monitor curb operations.
• Abandoned vehicles or those parked in unauthorized areas will be towed.
• The Route 524 buses connect Love Field and DART’s Inwood/Love Field station. The free shuttle operates every day from approximately 5:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. For schedule and fare information, visit www.DART.org/LoveField.

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City of Dallas hosting budget engagement meetings for residents

Your priorities. Your Voice.

Your input is needed to help the City of Dallas develop its annual budget. The goals are to understand the City services that residents value most and where they think the City should adjust spending. Each meeting will include a short explanation of how the City budget works, a question and answer session with City leadership, and an interactive exercise.

Residents who are unable to attend a meeting but want to give feedback can do so by taking the online survey at www.dallascityhall.com. The survey will run through March 31.

 

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Over 2,600 Trees distributed at Branch Out Dallas event

Over 200 volunteers worked with City of Dallas staff to successfully distribute 2,604 trees at the inaugural Branch Out Dallas event on Saturday, March 9. Residents registered in advance to pick up a 5-gallon tree from one of six locations in the city. City staff and volunteers worked together to check-in residents and load trees. By the end of the event, less than 4% of the trees remained!

“It’s rewarding to provide a program like this that lets homeowners pick up an attractive tree for free,” said Terry Lowery, Director, Dallas Water Utilities, “the high rate of participation in this pilot program was phenomenal!”

The types of trees offered included: Shumard Oak, Chinquapin Oak, Cedar Elm, Lacebark Elm, and Redbud.

“The warm reception this program received shows Dallas residents understand the value of trees to the environment, ” said James McGuire, Director, Office of Environmental Quality & Sustainability, “the tree distribution process was organized and efficient, and I’d like to thank all of the volunteers and City departments who made it possible for residents to plant these trees.”

The City is currently evaluating the Branch Out Dallas pilot program to see if it is viable to be offered again to Dallas residents. For more information on City of Dallas services and programs, please visit www.dallascityhall.com or www.greendallas.net.

 

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Dallas Love Field wins top award for airport customer experience

Dallas Love Field received the 2018 Airport Service Quality Award for North American airports that service 15 to 25 million passengers per year

The Airport Service Quality program is the world’s leading airport passenger service and bench marking program measuring passengers’ satisfaction across 37 key performance indicators.

“It is an honor to receive any award, but especially an Airport Service Quality Award because it is the opinion of our customers,” Director of Aviation Mark Duebner said.

ACI World facilitates the Airport Service Quality Awards program. To be considered for the award, an airport must have participated in the ASQ Survey every month of the award year. Love Field’s ASQ score led to third-place ranking among North American airports in 2016 and 2017.

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