Issue No. 26-39 ♦ November 6, 2026

Editor's note: The City of Dallas will be closed on November 11, 2026 in observance of Veteran's Day.

District 9 Spotlight

Keeping White Rock Lake Beautiful

White Rock Lake is one of District 9's most treasured community spaces, and keeping it beautiful takes all of us!

On Saturday, November 14, community members have an opportunity to give back during the Second Saturday Shoreline Spruce Up. This volunteer cleanup brings neighbors together to help care for the shoreline and surrounding park areas. Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the neighborhood, it's a great way to connect with fellow Dallasites while making a positive impact on our community.


Saturday, November 14 | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM


Thank you to the volunteers and community partners who continue to help preserve White Rock Lake for generations to come!

This Week at City Council

City Council Briefing

This week, the City Council received a briefing on the proposed 2027 state and federal legislative agendas. These agendas serve as a roadmap for City staff in advocating for Dallas' priorities at the state and federal levels. Council members will have additional opportunities to provide input before the agendas are formally adopted.


In the Parks, Trails, and the Environment Committee, we received briefings on the City's use of solar canopies to support its fleet operations, as well as efforts to conserve and manage our urban forest and important tree species, including those at White Rock Lake.


The Economic Development Committee received updates on the Historic Preservation Tax Exemption Program and the Dallas Zoning Reform initiative. The first draft of the proposed zoning reforms is scheduled to be released on November 5 and will be available for public review at DallasZoningReform.com.

Next Week at City Council

Schedule

Council Committees

Public Safety

Monday, November 9

1:00 p.m.


City Council Agenda

Tuesday, November 10

9:00 a.m.


Double asterisk** means Councilwoman Blackmon serves as a voting member of that Committee

District 9 Events

2026 East Dallas Turkey Giveaway

The holiday season is a time for giving back! Join us for the 2026 East Dallas Turkey Giveaway!

Monday, November 16, 2026

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Owenwood Farm & Neighbor Space

1451 John West Rd, Dallas, TX 75228


Limit one turkey per household, while supplies last. Please bring a copy of your most recent water bill as proof of residency.



Questions? Email district9@dallas.gov

Esta temporada de fiestas, acompáñenos a nuestra entrega de pavos para apoyar a las familias de nuestra comunidad!


Lunes, 16 de noviembre de 2026

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Owenwood Farm & Neighbor Space

1451 John West Rd, Dallas, TX 75228


Límite de un pavo por hogar, hasta agotar existencias. Traiga una copia de su recibo de agua más reciente como comprobante de domicilio.


Preguntas: district9@dallas.gov

In the Heart of East Dallas

Bath House Cultural Center

This fall, "Taming: A Folk Tale" transforms Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew into a haunting Southern Gothic tale of vampirism, superstition, and belonging in the Appalachian mountains of 1908 Virginia.


Original live music. Dynamic fight choreography. Atmospheric design. Unexpected monsters.


📍 Bath House Cultural Center

📅 October 29 - November 14, 2026

🎟️ Tickets: $25

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

The holiday season begins at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, bringing festive traditions, seasonal celebrations, family fun and the return of Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant. From the final Cool Thursdays Concert of the season to holiday workshops, live entertainment and the final season of our beloved 12 Days of Christmas gazebos, there’s something to enjoy all month long.

  • Holiday at the Arboretum begins November 11
  • Final Cool Thursdays Concert & special events

Upcoming Events at Lochwood Branch Library

Lochwood Branch Library's Fall Craft Supply Swap is just around the corner! Is your yarn stash taking over? Did you dive into embroidery, only to realize it wasn’t your thing? Do you jump into new hobbies every month, leaving the old ones behind? Or maybe you’re eager to try something new but don’t want to splurge on supplies? Let’s swap and share!

City of Dallas Offices & Departments

Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center

❤️ Dallas Animal Services Needs Our Help! 🐾

Dallas Animal Services is currently operating at 56% cat capacity and 138% dog capacity. With the shelter significantly over capacity, the risk of another disease outbreak is a serious concern. Please help us spread the word! Every dog or kitten tagged for rescue helps relieve overcrowding, reduces the risk of disease, and ultimately saves more lives.

🐾 District 9 Pet Spotlight:

Meet Missy:


Missy A1302980

16 year old female


Interested in adopting Missy? Email dasadopt@dallas.gov and be sure to include your callback number.


Click on Missy's picture for more information!


Dallas Animal Services

Who let the turkeys out? Join us for First Fridays at Dallas Animal Services on Friday, Nov. 6, 5-8p.m. at 1818 North Westmoreland Road. This family fun event will feature a doggie turkey trot, free pie, music by DJ Rayv, vendors and more! So trot on down to adopt! 

Chewy Claus is coming to Dallas Animal Services!


We're excited to join @chewy and Greater Good Charities for the fifth year of Chewy Claus, a holiday campaign helping shelter pets find families of their own! From Dec. 11-17, Chewy Claus will sponsor adoption fees for 50 pets at Dallas Animal Services, helping more dogs and cats head home for the holidays!

And you can help spread the holiday magic!


Write a letter to Chewy Claus on behalf of your pet or a shelter pet, sharing their holiday wish. Every letter helps support the campaign to bring shelter pets one step closer to finding loving homes.

Planning and Development

The City of Dallas has released Public Draft #1 of the Dallas Development Code as part of the Dallas Zoning Reform initiative. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft and provide feedback to help shape the next version.


Dallas is updating its development code for the first time in more than 40 years to create clearer, more user-friendly regulations that reflect the city's changing needs. The proposed updates aim to preserve neighborhood character, expand housing options, protect residential areas from heavy industrial uses, strengthen the urban tree canopy, and improve safety and walkability.


Draft #1, an executive summary, FAQs, and opportunities to submit comments are available at www.DallasZoningReform.com. Beginning November 16, printed executive summaries will also be available at all Dallas public libraries, with full copies of the draft available at select locations.


Upcoming Community Meetings

The City will host several opportunities for residents to learn more, ask questions, and share feedback.

November 18 | Virtual Lunch and Learn, noon–1:30 p.m.

November 20 | Dallas Housing Summit, DZR panel at 9:15 a.m.

December 1 | Zoning Ordinance Advisory Committee, 9 a.m.

December 7 | Virtual Lunch and Learn, noon–1 p.m.

December 14–16 | Community Open Houses, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 4–7 p.m., at Dallas City Hall, Fretz Recreation Center, and Martin Weiss Recreation Center, respectively.

January 8 | Virtual Lunch and Learn, noon–1 p.m.

January 11–14 | Community Open Houses, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 4–7 p.m., at Bachman Recreation Center, Pleasant Grove Library, Harry Stone Recreation Center, and Cedar Crest Golf Course, respectively.


Visit www.DallasZoningReform.com for meeting details, locations, updates, and opportunities to provide feedback.

Garland Road Corridor Study Survey

Complete the project survey to help shape the future of Garland Road! The City of Dallas is updating the long-term vision for the Garland Road corridor. Your feedback will help guide future recommendations for safety, mobility, economic development, and neighborhood character.

Dallas Water Utilities

Certain household items can cause plumbing issues in your home if flushed or poured down the drain. Dispose of these products properly to protect your plumbing and the quality of our lakes, rivers and streams. Visit defendyourdrains.com for more information.

Ciertos productos pueden causar problemas con la tubería de su hogar si se tiran por el inodoro o el desagüe. Deseche estos productos correctamente para proteger la tubería de su hogar y la calidad de nuestros lagos, ríos y arroyos. Visite defendyourdrains.com para más información.

Dallas Public Library

Find the jam-packed calendar of events for all the Dallas Public Library branches below. Dallas Public Library programs are free and open to the public.

Dallas Parks and Recreation

Miscellaneous

Need tickets to the Dallas Arboretum?

Limited tickets available for the 202 season! District 9 residents who are interested in receiving tickets to the Dallas Arboretum are invited to submit a request by emailing Alex at alexandra.renteriama@dallas.gov.


To qualify, residents must provide proof of residency with a current water bill.


Upcoming Events at the Dallas Arboretum:

  • Holiday at the Arboretum: Opens November 11, 2026

Discover Dallas ISD Fair

Dallas ISD Bond Zoning Meeting

Metrocare

If you're looking for mental health support for yourself, your child, your client, or someone you care about our Connect Center Hub is your first step.

District 9 Crime Reports

Did you know? The Dallas Police Department regularly publishes crime reports that are available for the public to view. Staying informed about local activity is a great way to remain aware of what's happening in our community. You can view the latest crime reports by clicking the link below!

City of Dallas Data Resources

City of Dallas Commercial Permits HERE

City of Dallas Single Family New Construction Permits HERE

City of Dallas Air Quality Monitoring HERE

City of Dallas 3-1-1 Service Requests Data HERE

City of Dallas Crime Analytics HERE

City of Dallas Fire-Rescue HERE

City of Dallas Domestic Violence Crime HERE

City of Dallas Human Trafficking HERE

City of Dallas Animal Services Performance HERE

City of Dallas Open Data Portal is HERE

City of Dallas Census Data Hub HERE

City of Dallas 3-1-1 Homeless Service Calls HERE

City of Dallas Vision Zero HERE

City of Dallas ForwardDallas2.0 Land Use Plan Interactive Map HERE

City of Dallas Public Zoning Map HERE

City of Dallas Pavement Conditions HERE

City of Dallas People Insights HERE

City of Dallas FreshStart Program HERE

City of Dallas Land Property Map HERE

City of Dallas Code Compliance HERE

City of Dallas DallasNOW Permitting System HERE

City of Dallas Organization Chart HERE

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