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MECHANIC
SALARY RANGE
$43,275.69 - $62,749.75
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of related work experience.
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PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT MANAGER
SALARY RANGE
$73, 113.37 - $106, 014.39
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field, and two (2) years of related work experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be accepted on a year for year basis. The total qualifying equivalent combination is six (6) years.
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Best Southwest
Hotel Occupancy Tax Information Session
Duncanville Fieldhouse
1700 South Main Street, Duncanville, TX, USA
Join us to learn about hotel occupancy tax rules, ask questions, and discuss the City of Duncanville’s new process implemented on October 1, 2025. The session will be facilitated by TML Attorney Sarah Tompkins.
This event is free and open to the public, and is especially encouraged for hoteliers, property managers, finance staff, city officials, and anyone interested in learning more.
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Women's History Month Fireside Chat
D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center
206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116
Experience an engaging Fireside Chat, “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future”, featuring influential Women leaders shaping our community!
Light refreshments will be provided.
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Hazardous Household Waste
D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center - Parking Lot
206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116
The annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection event will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the parking lot of 206 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville, TX 75116.
For information about other Electronics Waste Disposal, please visit the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality at www.TCEQ.com.
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Keep Duncanville Beautiful presents the
Annual Garden Workshop
D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center
206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116
Keep Duncanville Beautiful is excited to announce the return of its Annual Garden Workshop on Saturday, March 28, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center. This year’s workshop will feature engaging presentations on fireflies and night pollinators, exploring their important role in supporting healthy gardens and local ecosystems.
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Easter Eggstravaganza 2026
Armstrong Park
100 James Collins Boulevard, Duncanville, TX
FREE EVENT
Hop on into the beginning of Spring and celebrate at a fun-filled event with the Duncanville Recreation Center's annual Easter Eggstravaganza! Collect easter eggs, run around, and enjoy games and more this March 28th!
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Hop on into the beginning of Spring and celebrate at a fun-filled event with the Duncanville Recreation Center's annual Easter Eggstravaganza! Collect easter eggs, run around and enjoy games and more this March 28th!
FREE EVENT
Saturday, March 28th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Armstrong Park
100 James Collins Blvd.
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Saturday, April 11
8:00 - 1:00 PM
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Operation: Clean Duncanville
D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center - Parking Lot
206 James Collins Blvd, Duncanville, TX 75116
Recycle | Shred | Dump
- City Brush Truck
- Brush Disposal Republic Services
- Bulk Trash Dumpsters DFW Reclaimers
- Recycle old electronics (no hazardous waste or light bulbs; $1 per inch charge for tube-style televisions)
- Sierra Shredding Services - Secure document shredding (limited to 3 boxes/bags per vehicle)
A community cleanup will also take place. If interested, please check in at the Armstrong Park Pavilion. Volunteers will receive a free lunch.
Questions? Please contact David Dunn at (972)780-5079
Disposal is FREE to Duncanville Residents with Drivers License or Duncanville Utility Bill.
Rainout date of April 25, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Location Description: Senior Center Parking Lot
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Duncanville City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
for Tuesday, March 17, 2026
| | City departments were busy this week, from 83 building inspections and 158 fire calls for service to active planning for major public works projects and park improvements across the city. The Fieldhouse hosted basketball tournaments and church services, the Library rolled out robust programs for all ages, and Parks & Recreation celebrated a successful Mother and Son Day Out while gearing up for BloomFest, Red, White & Goals, and the Easter Eggstravaganza. Read this week’s City Manager Weekly Update to see how your city is working for you and how you can get involved. | | |
Calling all Duncanville creators!
Do you have an idea for a mural, performance, workshop, or public art project that could energize our community? The City of Duncanville Arts Grant Program offers funding for:
- Annual arts programming by local nonprofits
- Single public-facing projects and events
- Permanent public art installations
Grant application windows run throughout the year, including March 4–31 and June 1–30. Local artists, nonprofits, businesses, and schools are encouraged to apply.
Learn more and submit your application here.
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City of Duncanville Launches Updated Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) Funds Application Process
The City of Duncanville is introducing a new and easier way to apply for Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) funds. These funds help support events and activities that bring overnight visitors to Duncanville. The updated process is designed to be simple, clear, and easy to follow.
HOT funds can be used by nonprofits, event organizers, and community partners who plan events that attract visitors who stay in Duncanville hotels. To help applicants, the City has updated its process with fillable forms, clear instructions, and a step-by-step guide to the application process.
The application period opens March 1 and closes at 4:00 PM on April 15. Applications must be complete and submitted on time to be considered. Late submissions will not be accepted. Funding is for events taking place in the next fiscal year (FY2027), October 1, 2027, to September 30, 2027.
Before applying, applicants should review the eligibility requirements and complete the Two-Step worksheet to confirm their event qualifies. A complete application packet includes the application form, a marketing plan, and a budget. All materials must be emailed to the City’s new HOT Funds contact at HOTAdmin@duncanvilletx.gov.
After applications close, City staff will review submissions between April 15 and April 30. Some applicants may be invited to interviews in May. Final funding decisions will be considered later in the summer, with budget approval expected between July and August.
HOT funds are paid as reimbursements. After an approved event is completed, recipients must submit a post-event report within 30 days. Once the report is approved, reimbursement will be issued within 30 days.
More information, including forms and templates, is available online at: https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/business/hotel_occupancy_tax.
For questions about the HOT funds program or application process, email HOTAdmin@duncanvilletx.gov or call (972) 780-5000.
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Help revitalize your property and strengthen Duncanville’s business corridors through the Duncanville Community and Economic Development Corporation’s Design Incentive Program. This initiative offers six grant opportunities for paint, signage, landscaping, façade improvements, pavement, and infrastructure to support exterior upgrades for small businesses and property owners. Applications will be accepted through April 1, 2026.
Interested applicants should visit our website to carefully review the program guidelines, which are required for a successful application, and follow the four steps to confirm eligibility and complete the appropriate online application for their project category. This is a valuable opportunity to invest in your property while helping Duncanville continue to grow and thrive.
Learn more about the program and apply by visiting: bit.ly/designincentivegrants.
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City of Duncanville Awards
FY 2025–2026 Second Quarter Arts Grants
DUNCANVILLE, TX – The City of Duncanville has approved a new round of arts grants for Fiscal Year 2025–2026, Second Quarter, supporting a diverse slate of projects that will engage residents, activate public spaces, and highlight local and regional creative talent. The awards were recommended by the Duncanville Arts Commission following its review of applications submitted during the December 2025 grant period and were approved by the City Council on February 17, 2026.
Funded projects include arts education, live performance, literary programming, public art, and special events designed to benefit the Duncanville community:
· DSO Principal Cellist Christopher Adkins in “Once Upon a Time” – Martin Izaiah Salazar
· Duncanville Poet Laureate – Duncanville Arts Commission
· Empowerment Through Ballet – Brown Girls Do, Inc./Brown Girls Do Ballet
· He That Finds A Wife…FIND ME! – Candice Y. Johnson
· Lettering Art and Design Workshops – Agustin Chavez “Dummyfresh”
· Maya Angelou Literary Festival – Alexandria Gurley
· Pieces of Us: A Duncanville Community Mosaic – Esther Williams
· Spring Main Street Shopping & Music Experience – Jones Inck
· SupaFly – Bria Maiden
· The City in Motion – The Journey Dance Center
· Vida Impact Lab – Nueva Vida/New Life Assembly, Inc.
“These grants reflect our continued commitment to cultivating a vibrant arts ecosystem that tells Duncanville’s story, supports local businesses, and creates meaningful experiences for residents and visitors of all ages,” said Mayor Greg Contreras. “From ballet and music to literary and public art projects, these programs will help strengthen our sense of community and place.”
The Duncanville Arts Commission evaluated all eligible applications based on established Arts Funding Policy and Grant Guidelines and provided funding recommendations to the City Council for consideration. The Council’s approval affirms the City’s support for projects that demonstrate public benefit, artistic quality, strong community partnerships, and alignment with Duncanville’s cultural and economic development goals.
“The Arts Commission is proud to recommend a slate of projects that are as diverse as Duncanville itself,” said the Duncanville Arts Commission Chair Angela Thorpe-Harris. “These awards will help bring new voices, new stories, and new experiences into our neighborhoods, schools, and business districts.”
The Second Quarter awards build on the City’s ongoing efforts to expand access to arts and culture, encourage collaboration among artists and organizations, and ensure transparent and accountable use of public funds. The next arts grant application window is now open March 4–30, and eligible artists, nonprofits, businesses, and schools are encouraged to apply now.
For more information about the Arts Grant program, eligibility, and to apply, please visit:
https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/residents/arts_and_culture/art_grant_application
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WEEK FOUR
March 23 - March 27
Place at Front Curb or Alley
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Trash Collection Days
See Zones 1 and 2 on Map
Monday/Thursday: Zone 1 Residents
Tuesday/Friday: Zone 2 Residents
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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)
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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
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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.
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