June 30, 2023

Addison Offices Closed on July 4

Addison offices will be closed on July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Athletic Club will also be closed, but the outside pool will be open from noon - 8pm. If you need assistance when offices are closed, please call the non-emergency police number at 972-450-7156.

Four Ways to Experience Addison Kaboom Town! on Monday, July 3rd!

Addison Circle Park

If you already have tickets to the Addison Circle Park Watch Party, gates open at 5pm. Enjoy musical performances from the 36th Infantry Division Rock B4 Dawn and Rhythm N' Boots, as well as Emerald City Presents. Cool off in the Guidepost Montessori Kaboom Lagoon and plan to stay late for an after party with performances from Emerald City Presents! Note: Tickets are no longer available and will not be available at the gate.

Hotel Packages

Get up to 6 tickets to the Addison Circle Park Kaboom Town! Watch Party with a Hotel Package. The package includes a park entrance fast lane as well as a cooling neck towel while supplies last! Check out participating hotels here.

Watch Parties

Watch parties hosted by many of Addison’s restaurants and hotels offer spectators a unique viewing experience with live music, food specials, and more! Learn more about watch parties here.

Live Stream

Beat the heat and the traffic and enjoy Kaboom Town! from the comfort of your own home by tuning into Addison's YouTube channel for the livestream! This pet-friendly fireworks viewing is perfect for all ages!

Get the inside scoop all things Kaboom Town! at www.AddisonKaboomTown.com.

Addison Council Approves Fourth Amendment to Addison Circle Transit-Oriented Development Plan

At its June 27 meeting, the City Council approved a fourth amendment to the Addison Circle Transit-Oriented Development Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the preferred development partner team of AMLI Residential/Stream Realty Partners. The original MOU was approved on April 12, 2022. Subsequent amendments were made on November 8, 2022, January 10, 2023, and April 25, 2023, which updated the project schedule, made minor modifications to square footage and residential units, and adjusted economic development incentives for Stream and AMLI.

The fourth approved amendment encompasses modifications to the development plan, including revised building heights and parking configurations, and updates to economic development incentives. These changes, which will require amending the project zoning, are designed to optimize the project's design, functionality, and economic viability, ensuring a well-rounded and sustainable development for the community. They include:

Stream Office Building and Parking Garage:

• 150 parking spaces for retail/restaurant/entertainment node moved to AMLI tower garage

AMLI Multi-Family Tower and Parking Garage

• Height of tower increases from 13 stories to 14 stories
• Western part of building steps down to 7 stories and then 5 stories
• Parking garage changed from podium design to a wrap design with the addition of 150 retail parking spaces
• Trash and service area for retail/restaurant/entertainment tucked under building

Other deal points of the amendment include the reduction of the parking garage incentive and adjustments to the Master Office Lease terms. Additionally, the amendment involves the Town's contribution for the inclusion of retail parking spaces, an extended ad valorem tax incentive, the reapplication of a retail sales tax incentive, and the agreement to reimburse multi-family off-site infrastructure costs.

The current project timeline anticipates construction beginning in March 2025.

You can watch the Council's MOU amendment discussion here and read the presentation here.

Non-Profit Organizations Make Presentations to Council

Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) that submitted an application for grant funding from the Town of Addison for Fiscal Year 2024 were invited to make a presentation at the June 27 City Council Meeting about their organization’s mission and what they do to serve the Addison community. Below is the list of NPOs that submitted applications. You can click on the name of the organization to watch their presentation.

• Addison Arbor Foundation
• Dallas Cat Lady
• Metrocare Services
• Metrocrest Services
• Outcry Theatre
• WaterTower Theatre
• Woven Health Clinic

The Council will make funding decisions during the Fiscal Year 2024 budget process.

New Regular City Council Agenda Item Enhances Transparency

A new addition to the regular City Council agenda has been introduced to foster transparency and community engagement. Starting this month, the City Council has included a dedicated agenda item on its meeting agendas to share the questions asked by council members about the agenda prior to the meeting and the answers from Town staff. The initiative aims to provide valuable insights into the Council's decision-making process and promote a more inclusive local governance experience.

Community Meeting for White Rock Chapel Special Use Permit Request Scheduled for July 6

Addison will be hosting a Community Meeting on Thursday, July 6 at 6pm at the Addison Conference Centre to address questions related to the White Rock Chapel (WRC) Special Use Permit request and help facilitate a dialogue with the applicant. You can watch the May 16 Planning and Zoning discussion on the WRC Special Use Permit request here and read staff's presentation here.

If you have specific questions about the case, please email them to Town staff at [email protected]. Answers will either be provided during the July 6 meeting or will be posted on the Town’s website following the meeting.

Lane Closures Planned for DNT Main Lane and Frontage Road for Silver Line Rail Construction

Construction activities for the DART Silver Line will require road closures on the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) main lanes and northbound and southbound frontage roads at the rail crossing (just north of Arapaho Road) from July 9 until November 24. The closures will include nightly double northbound right lane closures on the DNT Main Lanes from July 9 to July 20, between 11pm and 5am (Sunday-Thursday nights). The northbound DNT frontage road lanes will experience daily and nightly double northbound left lane closures from July 9 to November 24. The southbound DNT frontage road lanes will have double southbound left lane closures from July 9 to October 21. Construction activity will not be continuous - there will be construction activity downtime between July and November.

While these closures aim to expedite the construction process, they may cause inconvenience for motorists. Commuters are advised to plan their journeys in advance and consider alternate routes.

Mayor Pays Visit to Rising Aviation High School

On Wednesday, June 28, Mayor Bruce Arfsten, Deputy Airport Director Darci Neuzil, Addison Airport Intern Kaya Roof, and Economic Development Manager Lauren Williams paid a visit to the campers at Rising Aviation High School's summer camp program. This unique high school is garnering national press coverage for its dedication to preparing students for careers in the aviation industry by offering a comprehensive curriculum that combines academic excellence with hands-on experience. During his visit, Mayor Arfsten engaged with students and faculty, emphasizing the significance of their aviation aspirations and the positive impact they can have on the Town and the industry as a whole. To find out more about how Rising Aviation is educating the next generation of aviation enthusiasts, visit their website.

Beating the Texas Heat

The official first week of summer hit record high temperatures. On Friday, June 23, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) opened 18 transit centers as cooling stations for customers looking for ways to stay safe from the excessive heat the region is experiencing. The Addison Transit Center is one of the dedicated cooling stations. It will be open seven days a week from 9am – 7pm and will be staffed with DART personnel to provide assistance.

The Addison Fire Department offers the following tips for beating the Texas heat this summer:

• Never leave kids in cars - check the backseat, lock parked cars, and be on guard even if it's not hot outside.
• Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol. Beverages with electrolytes can also help protect against heat stroke.
• Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) every two hours.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing.
• Take regular breaks in the shade.
• Check on those most vulnerable to heat, including children and the elderly.

If you need assistance, don't hesitate to call 911 or the non-emergency number at 972-450-7156.

How to Stay Informed

Addison shares information with the community in a number of different ways. Here are some ways you can stay updated on the latest news:

Website:

• www.addisontexas.net: Find alerts and updates on the homepage and department-specific updates on department pages.
• www.addisontexas.net/Midway: Find information on the Midway Road Revitalization Project and subscribe for project email and text updates.
• www.addisonalert.com: Get alerts about severe weather and other emergencies in the Town of Addison, as well as register to receive updates on Town programs.

Social Media:

• Addison Facebook
• Addison Instagram
• Visit Addison Facebook
• Addison Twitter
• Visit Addison Twitter
• NextDoor

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