Proposed Fiscal Years 2025-2026 Budget

Monday, August 25, 2025

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The City is pleased to provide the FY 2026 Proposed Budget in a new, convenient, mobile-friendly, and interactive digital version through the OpenGov platform. This modern tool gives residents, business owners, and stakeholders easy access to the City of Duncanville’s proposed financial plan for the upcoming fiscal year. Designed for transparency and usability, the digital format allows users to explore revenue and expenditure details and departmental goals in a clear, accessible way from any device.


This new format reflects Duncanville’s continued commitment to open government and public engagement. Community members are encouraged to explore the FY 2026 Proposed Budget at their convenience, gain a better understanding of how City resources are allocated, and participate in the civic process. The full interactive budget document is now available online.

City Council Delays Bond Election Until May 2026


At its recent Budget Workshop, the Duncanville City Council voted not to hold a bond election in November 2025. Instead, they plan to consider one in May 2026. This will give more time to study the needs of the Duncanville Police Station. At the same meeting, the Council asked for a “facilities assessment,” which is a study that looks at a building’s condition, how it is used now, and what will be needed in the future. Read More

IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR DUNCANVILLE WATER UTILITY CUSTOMERS


On October 1, 2025, the City of Duncanville water utility department will be transitioning to a new payment processor. As part of this update, customers who use recurring payments will need to re-enter their credit card information once the change is complete.


These changes will not impact customers who pay by bank draft (ACH), pay by phone, or pay in person.


We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to enhance your payment experience.


Interested in recurring payments by credit card? Please visit the billing portal today and sign up.

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Monday

August 25, 2025

5:00 PM

City Council

Special Called Meeting

City Hall - Briefing Room

203 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116


 To submit a comment via email the following information is required: 


  • Submit a comment by 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 25, 2025. 
  • Email city.secretary@duncanvilletx.gov 
  • Email title: Public Comment – Monday, August 25, 2025 
  • First Name, Last Name, and Address 


6:00 PM

Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC)

Regular Meeting

City Hall Annex

103 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116


To submit a comment via email and for your comments to be reviewed by the Board, the following information is required:


  • Submit a comment by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 25, 2025
  • Email: Marcela.Perez@duncanvilletx.gov
  • Email Title: Public Comment – August 25, 2025
  • First and Last Name and Address 

Tuesday

August 26, 2025

5:00 PM

City Council

Special Called Meeting

City Hall - Briefing Room

203 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116


 To submit a comment via email the following information is required: 


  • Submit a comment by 3:00 p.m. on Monday, August 25, 2025. 
  • Email city.secretary@duncanvilletx.gov 
  • Email title: Public Comment – Monday, August 25, 2025 
  • First Name, Last Name, and Address 


6:30 PM

Arts Commission

Regular Meeting

City Hall Annex

103 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116


To submit a comment via email and for your comments to be read, the following information is required:


  • Submit a comment by 4:00 PM on Tuesday, August 26, 2025
  • Email alex.hamby@duncanvilletx.gov
  • Email title: Arts Commission Public Comment
  • First and Last Name, and address.

Wednesday

August 27, 2025

-

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED


Thursday

August 28, 2025

6:00 PM

A Summer Jazz Note

Featuring: Erika Johnson and The Feel Good Quartet

Xela Bistro

1117 S Main St, Duncanville, TX 75137-3201


Hosted by Xela Bistro and Music Lover's Learning Center

Friday

August 29, 2025

-

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Saturday

August 30, 2025

-

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

Sunday

August 31, 2025

-

NO EVENTS SCHEDULED

A Summer Jazz Note

Featuring: Erika Johnson and The Feel Good Quartet


Thursday, August 28th, 2025 - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 

Xela Bistro

1117 S Main St, Duncanville, TX 75137-3201


Hosted by Xela Bistro and Music Lover's Learning Center

Rhythm of the Heartbeat Dance Experience


September 6, 2025

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM


Armstrong Park

100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville


FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC


For more information contact, (972) 841-2697 or pinkdiamondssoc@gmail.com.


Register to be a vendor

100 S Main St suite 101b, Duncanville, TX 75116, USA

Friday, September 19, 2025

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Vamos a Celebrar! 


Join us for the Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff Party hosted by the Duncanville Arts Commission! 


Main Station next to Community Theatre 

Live Mariachis and Tasty Bites


Make it a Weekend!

Stay the night at a Duncanville hotel and keep the celebration going at the Hispanic Heritage Month Festival hosted by the City of Duncanville at Armstrong Park on Saturday! 


More music, more food, and more arts! 


Bring your friends, family, and your dancing shoes! 


Let's honor Hispanic Heritage and culture with a weekend full of unity and unforgettable memories. 


Mark your calendar, you don't want to miss it!

100 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville, TX 75116

Saturday, September 20, 2025

4:00 PM - 10:00 PM


Join us for a vibrant Fiesta as we come together to celebrate the rich Hispanic Heritage, culture, and independence! This festival will feature traditional music, dance performances, local food trucks, and family-friendly activities to honor the spirit and history of the Hispanic Culture.


Highlights of the Event:


  • Live Music & Dance Performances: Experience the rhythm of traditional dances/musical performances.
  • Authentic Cuisine: Savor delicious dishes and local specialties.
  • Parade: See creative floats and elaborate walking groups.
  • Games & Activities: Fun activities for all ages


Dress in your best traditional attire to truly embrace the celebration!

For more events, visit Duncanville Community Calendar

Duncanville City Council Regular Meeting for August 19, 2025

Duncanville City Council Regular Meeting for August 19, 2025

Friends of the Duncanville Public Library

Annual Book Sale

September 4-6, 2025

Duncanville Public Library

Lobby Meeting Rooms

201 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville, TX 75116

Friends member preview*

Thursday September 4

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM


Friday September 5

12:00 PM – 5:30 PM


Saturday September 6

10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

½ price 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Cash only please


Hardcover $2

Paperback $1

Children’s $1

This week’s City Manager’s Weekly Update features updates on Duncanville’s Fire and Emergency Management teams, new police academy recruits, and a wide range of community activities. The Library is gearing up for the school year with a back-to-school event and expanded youth programs. Parks and Recreation continues making improvements across the city, while preparations are underway for the Best Southwest Hispanic Heritage Fest on September 20. Public Works crews stayed busy clearing debris, repairing roads, and maintaining key infrastructure. Read the full City Manager’s Weekly Update to learn more!

 

In the interest of protecting Republic Services employees from the extreme hot weather, you may experience delays in the regular household garbage collection. Please set your household trash out on your normal collection day, and it will be collected by 7:00 PM.

REMINDER: Place trash, recycling, brush, and bulk debris at the curb/alley no earlier than 12:01 AM and no later than 7:00 AM on scheduled collection days.


No construction materials will be picked up. These items must be disposed of by the contractor or taken to Skyline Landfill for a $35 fee.


Notify Republic Services within 24 hours if your solid waste debris has not been collected: (972) 225-4207.

WEEK FOUR

August 25 - August 29

Place at Front Curb or Alley

(Click the image above to visit the interactive map)

Trash Collection Days


See Zones 1 and 2 on Map


Monday/Thursday: Zone 1 Residents



Tuesday/Friday: Zone 2 Residents

Brush & Bulk Collection


See Zones A, B, C, and D on Map


Residents who live north of Wheatland Rd. have brush/bulk collection on weeks one (1) and three (3)


Residents who live south of Wheatland Rd. have brush/bulk collection on weeks two (2) and four (4)

Recycling Collection Days


See Zones A, B, C and D on Map


Monday Zone 1A Residents

Tuesday Zone 2B Residents

Thursday Zone 1C Residents

Friday Zone 2D Residents

Republic Services Online Account

One simple tool to manage your recycling, waste, and account needs.


Visit RepublicServices.com/Account to sign up for the online portal or download the app.

 
 
 

August 2025 Champion Newsletter (PDF - 3.03 MB)

 

CITY HALL

203 E. Wheatland Rd., Duncanville, TX 75116

Phone: (972) 780-5000

Se Habla Español

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM


www.DuncanvilleTX.gov



For Non-Emergency Police, Fire, and Animal Control Call (972) 223-6111, option 4

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