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To: Mayor and Members of City Council From: Aretha R. Ferrell-Benavides, City Manager Date: July 23, 2021 Subject: Weekly Update
Public Works
Building Inspections • A total of 1,694 single-family rental properties are registered to date; five properties were registered since the last update. Ten inspections were completed since the last update, six passed while four failed. Lack of GFCI protection and vacuum breakers on hose bibs were the primary reasons for the failures. Eight residential Certificates of Occupancy were issued since the last update. A total of 602 Certificates of Occupancy have been issued since the inception of the Single-Family Rental Registration Program. • Since the start of active lien collection, $307,290.50 has been collected. $825.00 was collected since the last update.
Street Division • Anderson Asphalt began FY21 Mill & Overlay work on June 8, 2021. See map at the end of this document for FY21 Mill & Overlay street locations. Anderson Asphalt will continue mill and overlay operations week of July 26, 2021 on High Ridge. • The Concrete Crew and the Asphalt Crew repaired a utility cut at 727 Kennedy. • The Drainage Crew and the Concrete Sidewalk Crew assisted Uretek, the pavement lifting contractor, with saw-cutting and traffic control on S. Cockrell Hill. • Uretek completed pavement lifting on S. Cockrell Hill. • The Sidewalk crew repaired sidewalks at 227-304 S. Horne (464 sq. ft.) • The Street Division provided traffic control for Duncan Switch.
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• The Street Division call-out crew removed a fallen tree blocking the alley at 326 E. Center. The tree was removed on July 14 at 9:30 pm.
Utilities Division • Water usage was 35.37 MG this reporting period, 12 July 2021 to 18 July 2021, up from 35.17 MG the previous week. The daily peak water demand occurred on Friday, 16 July 2021, when 5.57 MG was used. There were 0.06 inches of precipitation this reporting period. • There were seventeen (17) hydrants flushed, forty-five (45) valves exercised and an estimated water loss of 1,043,647 gallons. • One (1) service repaired, three (3) water main breaks, one (1) hydrant repaired and painted hydrants around town as needed. • Crews responded to two (2) sewer calls, televised 60 ft of sewer line and cleaned 23,825 ft of CA Basin. • The Solid Waste Department received six (6) calls regarding scheduling questions. Staff responded to three (3) trash, two (2) bulk, six (6) brush, and three (3) recycle complaints. Six (6) recycle bins were distributed. • Burgess & Niple has begun visual inspections of CA Basin for our sanitary sewer evaluation study. They will notify us prior to any smoke tests done.
Planning Division • The following cases were recommended for approval at the 19 July 2021 Special Planning & Zoning meeting. The cases are tracking to the 03 August 2021 City Council Meeting: o SUP request for Bed and Breakfast at 415 Hustead Street. (This is a renewal of existing SUP.) o SUP request for Drive-Thru at 102 E. Danieldale Road. o PD request to allow for Event Center with modified development standards at 515 W. Center Street. o SUP request for Carport at 710 Timber Trail. • The following cases will be on the agenda for the July 26, 2021 Planning & Zoning meeting: o SUP request for Fuel Pumps at 1430 S. Main Street. o City-initiated rezoning of 14 lots along Highland Drive from Local Office/Retail to SF-7 Single-Family Residence. This rezoning was a recommendation during the Zoning Ordinance Update that was approved in March 2021. o Final Plat at 1301 N. Main Street. • Our Planning Tech, Athena Seaton, will be leaving the City of Duncanville to join a city planning team in a nearby city. Her last day with Duncanville will be Friday, July 23, 2021. We’re sad to see her go and wish good luck with her new opportunity. • As of Monday July 12, 2021, the Planning Tech position has been posted online. • Planning received the following new submittals; staff is awaiting resubmittals from 1st Review comments:
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o SUP request for Fuel Pumps at 1430 S. Main Street. o PD request to allow for Car Wash, Fuel Pumps, and Mixed-Use Development with modified development standards at 2 N. Duncanville Road (parcel adjacent to the McDonald’s on N. Duncanville Rd). • ROW License Agreement at 902 Cambridge Drive scheduled for consideration by City Council on August 3, 2021.
CIP Construction • Meadowcreek Drainage Improvements – Upon completion of the 6’x6’ Box, La Banda began installing the 54” RCP. To date, they have installed approximately 20-linear feet of 54” RCP.
• Green Tree Ln. Water & Wastewater Improvements – FM Utilities has installed approximately 1600 linear feet of 8-inch water main to date. In two weeks, the water main and appurtenances will be fully installed and ready for testing.
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• E. Danieldale Rd. Reconstruction & Utility Improvements (Main St. to US-67) – Pavecon continued to install the wastewater main under the inner westbound lane. Additionally, they prepped the eastbound lanes to receive all traffic during Phase 2 by removing the Duncanville monument, performing median cuts for the northern properties, placing temporary asphalt, and finalizing the traffic transitions at US-67 and Main St. City message boards have been installed at US-67 advising Wells Fargo & 7-Eleven customers to use the highway southbound frontage road. The new traffic pattern was scheduled for Tuesday, July 20th, however, it was rescheduled for Wednesday, July 21st, due to inclement weather. This upcoming week they will remove the majority of westbound pavement and continue installing the drainage and wastewater utilities. Below is the tentative schedule for the project milestones: o July 2021 - Storm & Sewer Under Eastbound Lanes (EBL) Complete o November 2021 – All Utilities Under Westbound Lanes (WBL) Complete o February 2022 – WBL Paving Complete o May 2022 – Water Under EBL Complete o July 2022 – EBL Paving Complete o October 2022 – Project Complete
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PHASE 2 TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN
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• The Highway 67 Green Ribbon Construction Project. Bids were approved by TXDOT. Cedar Hill City Council scheduled to approve contract at their 7/13 Council meeting. (Green Ribbon project is joint effort w/ Duncanville and Cedar Hill.) Duncanville City Council approved the Green Ribbon Contract on 7/20/2021. The next step is a joint meeting with City of Cedar Hill Staff to discuss Contract Administration.
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FY21 Mill & Overlay Map
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Director Updates on Council Requests
Date Requestor Subject Remarks Rec’d 06/14/2021 Mr. Harvey Update on The Greene Fire Eight homes were Recovery affected. One lot is down to grass. Two lots are demolished but still pending site restoration. One home still needs to submit for demo permit. Two homes submitted remodel permit. Two homes still need to submit for remodel permits. City Staff is working with property owners that still need to pull permits.
06/14/2021 Mr. Koontz Follow-up on house on Hill Abatement pending for Terrace overgrown vegetation in alley.
06/23/2021 Mr. Contreras Possible boarding house on Abatement pending for Trail Ridge illegal outdoor storage. 07/08/2021 Mr. Contreras Request for update on Coordinating to rent drainage at Longworth Grade-all for this and other drainage projects. Street Division has six vacancies which effects ability to address work orders. 07/08/2021 Mr. Contreras Request for update on Staff coordinating with drainage at Jellison ATMOS to identify gas line location prior to work.
07/08/2021 Mr. Contreras Possible code violations Investigating RV parking along Longworth on unimproved surface. Illegal outside storage. 07/08/2021 Mr. Contreras Request to assess Repairs scheduled for pavement condition at Sun within next 30 days. Street Valley & Aspen Division has six vacancies which effects ability to address work orders. 07/09/2021 Mr. Koontz Kudzu on Falling Leaves Council Briefing Session to discuss this topic scheduled for 8/17.
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07/12/2021 Mr. Koontz Code violations along Abatement pending for Candlelight illegal outdoor storage. Removal of dilapidated fencing.
07/12/2021 Mr. Cooks Code violations along NOV’s will be issued for Hepburn high grass and illegal outside storage.
07/14/2021 Mr. Cooks Code Violation at US-67 & High grass mowed. Main
Police Department
PERSONNEL • Officer Michelle Arias and Officer Doug Sisk attended the 2021 Texas Crime Prevention Association, in Sugar Land Texas on July 12 – 16, 2021. • The Duncanville Police Department was nominated for Outstanding Crime Prevention -- Small Agency • Officer Doug Sisk was nominated for Outstanding Crime Prevention Specialist – Overall • Officer Doug Sisk was also nominated for C.G. Glenn Conner Award - C.G. GLENN CONNER AWARD: Is the most prestigious award given by the Texas Crime Prevention Association. This award is presented by the TCPA Executive Board of Directors to a TCPA member in good standing who has dedicated themselves to crime prevention and had an impact on the program statewide. • Five officers are currently in field training and are doing well. • Two police cadets are currently in the academy at NCTCOG. • A patrol candidate was interviewed on last Friday and passed the oral board. He will now move further through the hiring process. • The Duncanville Police Department still has a current civil service list. Training and Personnel will continue to process candidates from the current civil service list in the event new positions are approved or, otherwise, come open. • The civil service list is active until October 13th or until it is exhausted.
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COMMUNITY CORNER
Several of our employees, including our Park Officer, have been working collaboratively with personnel from our Parks Department putting the final touches on what is sure to be a great community event; Fishing with a Cop, as advertised above.
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The Duncanville Police Department has received an invitation to support Bondage Breaking Ministries on August 7th in an effort to assist families within our community by providing school supplies to students to make them successful for the upcoming school year. We anticipate several of our personnel being in attendance and are evaluating possible means to provide some supplies as well to the effort.
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We are currently taking applications for the Duncanville Police Department’s 60th Citizen Police Academy! This session will begin August 24, 2021. In 1991, the Duncanville Police Department was one of the first agencies within the State of Texas to offer such a forum for citizens to learn about their police department; how they operate and why they operate in a manner that may not be obvious to most, and much more. The Department will hold its 60th Citizen Police Academy beginning August 24th. This is a 11-week commitment, each Tuesday night from 7 pm – 10 pm. Attendees will be exposed to topics such as: • Patrol Techniques • SWAT Operations • Criminal Investigations • Traffic Enforcement/Investigation • Distracted Driving Applicants must either live or work in Duncanville, be at least 21 years of age, and must fill out an application to attend. Applications are available at the Duncanville Police Station Lobby or on-line at https://www.duncanville.com/departments/police/crime- prevention/citizen-police-academy/.
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CHIEF UPDATES ON COUNCIL INQUIRIES
Date Rec'd Requestor Subject Remarks Including both firework- related CFS and shot fired (as they are sometimes mistaken for illegal firework usage) from 7/1 – 7/7 in both 2020 and 2021, these types of CFS actually decreased by over 32% (286 – 2020, 193 – 2021). (See attached PDF for further yearly comparison as well as comparison to SWRCC-tied partner cities) As for any suggested Ask for statistics comments beyond the fact either confirming or that overall the statistics refuting a citizen’s do not support the belief that there citizen’s claim that was an increase in 7/14/2021 Mayor Gordon “fireworks and gunshots illegal firework (during) this July usage in celebrations were the Duncanville this worse in recent memory,” I year on or around recognize it could have th the 4 of July. been worse from his perspective depending on his location. I would also offer: 1. Yes, fireworks (and the “celebratory” firing of firearms by some) are not only illegal but incredibly dangerous. 2. If putting something out to our citizens would help to further decrease these occurrences, we’d
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be willing to try that, but SM content might reach more folks an could certainly be more compelling. 3. Although we wish we could stop all crime all the time for everyone, that is simply not realistic, but we do prioritize responses for responsible and professional responses to incidents of crime to which we are called. 4. The men and women of the Duncanville Police Department are passionate about serving our citizens and individually make up an agency which is a best- practice recognized agency of the Texas Police Chief’s Association.
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Chief LiVigni contacted City View owner for possibilities on reducing back up and also made Overflow traffic Councilman Cooks email introduction b/t from City View 7/17/2021 owner and ED director for Tacos onto Main 21-069 possible grant money to St. do so and/or exploring possibilities for a second location to alleviate the back up.
Parks and Recreation
Parks: • New Lead Recreation Attendant – Mr. Arthur Rogers – Mr. Rogers has agreed to work 3rd shift (evenings). This will add a more mature element to 3rd shift that customers have been requesting.
• Volleyball – Open gym volleyball on Friday nights is becoming very popular – We are averaging 45 plus players a week. In addition, we receive multiple calls weekly inquiring about open gym volleyball.
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• SWAT - Session 2 will begin September 20, 2021 (meeting 3 times a week). Enrollment numbers will be shared the second week of September.
• Rec Ctr Program Guide – Alex is currently editing the program guide and as soon as he returns the edited version it will be sent to Bart for approval and then sent back to Alex to post.
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• Fall - Soccer Skills and Drills class – In progress – Luis is now scheduled to meet with another instructor as the person he was originally working with is no longer able to assist due to a full schedule he now has. • Recurring - Update both the Facebook and Webpage for both the recreation center and senior center • Catfish Catch – An update on registration will be provided next week.
• In addition, we are working on Movies In The Park, Concerts In The Park, and a Fun Indoor Activity for families (month of September – will share more information next week).
Remove dead tree from Harrington park
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Senior Center:
Wednesday July 14th was Blue Bell Day! When seniors came to get their meal, they got a choice of chocolate or vanilla ice cream. Our seniors look forward to this day every year. It’s a cool treat on a hot day.
Fire Department The Department currently has one vacancy. The Department has nine candidates on the Civil Service List to evaluate. The interview committee is in the process of reviewing Personal History Statements and scheduling interviews with the Fire Department’s interview committee.
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Thankfully, we’ve had no structure fires in the City of Duncanville. Library
July 31st is the last day to turn in completed reading logs! Those who complete a 20 hour reading log will receive coupons, a free book, and be entered into the grand prize drawing for a chance to win one of 4 Kindle Fires.
Summer Reading Club this week: July 26-31: Stories with Ms. D (video program) July 26: Leaping Lizards (elementary take-home craft) July 26: My Book (preschool take-home craft)
Economic Development
• Processed and prepared Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) tax grant staff reports. The HOT tax applications were presented before City Council and passed.
• Met with local business owners to discuss incentives / renovation.
• Began efforts towards preparing the Strategic Plan and the Marketing Plan.
• Drafted a list of potential new businesses for the city and assessed merchandise items for future events.
• Held meetings with developers for Ladd, Alexander, and I-20 properties. • Visited with business owners in downtown district to discuss parking needs. • Worked with Public Works on building code update. • Worked with Public Works to discuss a potential grant opportunity for beautification.
Certificate of Occupancy – Applications Received – WEEKLY (EDC) • Gahwena Coffee Station - coffee bar and pre-packaged foods. 703 S Main St. • Inspection Express - state inspection auto service 701 S Main St. Inspection.
Certificate of Occupancy – Certificate Issued – WEEKLY (EDC) NONE AS OF THE WEEK OF JULY 15 – JULY 22
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Public Information Office
in the News
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
� Dallas County Relaxed Marijuana Enforcement and the World Didn't End D Magazine It did, for the most part, with two exceptions: Police in Duncanville and Wilmer reported more arrests and citations for marijuana in 2019 than they did ...
� Duncanville ISD Board Nominated for TASA Honor Focusdailynews Duncanville ISD Board of Trustees is selected as a regional nominee for the 2021 TASA School Board Awards. Texas Association of School ...
� REPORT: Elite 2022 DL Omari Abor To Visit Austin July 30 Sports Illustrated The Texas Longhorns received good news on the recruiting front this week when elite Duncanville (TX) defensive end product Omari Abor revealed ...
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Texas to Tokyo! From Luka Doncic to Simone Biles, meet the list of Texans headed to the Olympics The Dallas Morning News Texas has once again sent a strong contingent across the globe to compete in the Olympics, this time to ... Ariel Atkins; USA; Duncanville and Texas.
� Recruiting Tidbits: More Commits Coming, Monticello Event and Rain Prevents Future Hog From ... KLRT - FOX16.com Duncanville (Texas) linebacker Jordan Crook, 6-0, 225, is an outstanding prospect at his position. He's expected to make a commitment by the end of ...
� High school football: Lebbeus Overton, Jeremiah Alexander lead list of top 10 defensive ends ... MaxPreps Omari Abor, Duncanville (Texas). Height: 6-4 | Weight: 240. Status: Uncommitted | Class: Senior (2022). Has played against the best competition in ...
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� Report: Five-star DL Omari Abor to visit Texas on July 30 Longhorns Wire The five-star edge comes out of Duncanville High School and is being recruited by some of the top schools in the country. Ohio State and Oklahoma ...
� Palo Duro preview: Mims reining in new era of Dons football Amarillo.com "Coming from Duncanville by way of Skyline to out here back home has just really opened my eyes to how to win and what football should look like at ...
Monday, July 19, 2021
� Duncanville Noon Lions Club Awards Six College Scholarships Focusdailynews Duncanville Noon Lions Club has awarded six scholarships to students from Duncanville High School for 2021. The 2021 scholarship winners are ...
� High school football: No. 1 Mater Dei to face No. 15 Duncanville in August CBSSports.com will travel to Texas for a showdown with No. 15 Duncanville on Aug. 27, the schools announced Friday. The Monarchs' first trip to the Lone Star State ...
� Summer enrollees from Alabama's 2021 class have their jersey numbers Touchdown Alabama Magazine -Anquin Barnes: Defensive Lineman, No. 59 (Montgomery, Ala.) -Kendrick Blackshire: Linebacker, No. 40 (Duncanville, Texas). -Kadarius Calloway: ...
� Longhorns Recruiting Tracker: Top 2023 TE Luke Hasz Includes Texas in Top Eight Sports Illustrated ... 12 PM UPDATE: The Texas Longhorns have found themselves amongst the finalists for yet another top recruit on Tuesday afternoon, in Duncanville ...
Sunday, July 18, 2021
� BeaversEdge Top 25 for 2021: No. 10 Zeriah Beason BeaverBlitz 6-foot, 198-pounds. Wide Receiver. Freshman. Duncanville, Texas. Duncanville HS. 2020 STATS: 16 receptions for 148 yards and three touchdowns ...
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Saturday, July 17, 2021
Meet the North Texans Representing Team USA NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth Ariel Atkins went to Duncanville High School and now plays for the Washington Mystics in the WNBA. She will represent Team USA for 5x5 basketball.
� Sting Factor: Jordan Crook backs off pledge to Oklahoma State Rivals.com Everything was going along well, but in June the Duncanville, Texas, standout also visited Texas Tech and Arkansas and it was in Fayetteville where ...
Friday, July 16, 2021
� Mayor Gordon Guided Duncanville Through Challenges Focusdailynews Duncanville Mayor Barry Gordon helped guide his city through some challenging times, especially during his second term of office. First elected in ...
� 'This is such a pivotal time': Duncanville ISD prepares new teachers for upcoming school year WFAA.com Duncanville ISD is one of the earliest heading back to class in North Texas. Schools in the district begin Aug. 1. It will be an adjustment, considering ...
� Coveted Texas LB nearing decision date Rivals.com - Arkansas HawgBeat heard from sources that the visit went really well and sure enough, a few days after returning home to Duncanville, Texas, he decommitted ...
� Top 25 recruiting classes of the 2022 cycle... so far 247Sports 3-star QB Drew Dickey | Austin, Texas | Composite: 0.8569, No. 60 QB ... 3-star OT Cameron Williams | Duncanville, Texas | Composite: 0.8841, No.
Thursday, July 15, 2021
� Oregon Ducks 2022 recruiting class ranked in top 10 after two recent commitments The Register-Guard Banks is the third offensive lineman in the class, joining three-star prospect Cameron Williams of Duncanville, Texas, and Percy Lewis, a Mississippi ...
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� Southlake Carroll vs. Highland Park, Duncanville vs. Mater Dei headline 10 games to watch in 2021 The Dallas Morning News Highland Park has won 854 games — the most victories by any team in state history, according to Dave Campbell's Texas Football — and Longview ...
� 2023 power forward Cameron Barnes starting to fulfill potential 247Sports – A 6-foot-9 forward from the class of 2023, Cameron Barnes from Duncanville (Texas) High isn't yet ranked nationally. But his time is coming soon, and ...
� Bernardo, Johnson Nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year Texas A&M Athletics The Duncanville, Texas, native lettered for the Aggie women's basketball program from 2018-21. She was a founder and served as the inaugural vice ...
Here Are the Dallas Athletes To Root For at the Tokyo Olympics This Summer D Magazine Hometown: Dallas; High School: Duncanville High School; Fun Fact(s): Plays for the WNBA's Washington Mystics; named to the WNBA All-Defensive ...
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