Dallas City Hall
District 12
Enews
May 19, 2021
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Connecting You With City Information, News, and Resources |
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Councilmember Cara Mendelsohn
Current Council appointments:
*Government Performance and Financial Management, Chairman
*Ethics and Investigations Ad Hoc, Chairman
*Public Safety
*Housing and Homeless Solutions, Vice Chair
*Transportation
*COVID-19 Ad Hoc
*Legislative Ad Hoc, Vice Chair
*Regional Transportation Council
*National League of Cities Youth, Education, and Families Council
*National League of Cities Women in Municipal Government, Board of Directors
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Hello District 12,
There are lots of things happening in the district and city... I think that means things are starting to get to the "new normal."
As mask mandates are lifted, please consider getting vaccinated and continuing to use good common sense and hygiene practices. We want the reduction in cases and deaths to continue - and we can do this together!
Below are many opportunities to get involved, ask questions, and be heard. From a town hall meeting with DART's interim CEO to a city budget tele-town hall, or input on high speed transit, your opinion is being sought. Don't miss the chance to make your voice heard.
I hope we will see you at the event on Saturday 11 - 3 p.m.- a free document shred, household chemical drop off and excess bulk trash. The event will go on rain or shine in the Renner Frankford Library parking lot!
Thank you, Cara Mendelsohn
ps- If you need help, please reach out. We are here for you.
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District 12 Virtual Town Halls |
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Join the D12 Virtual Town Hall Thursday, May 20th, 7 - 8 p.m., with special guest David Leininger, who will give an update on DART and the Cotton Belt/Silver Line.
If you've already signed up for a previous town hall, we'll automatically send you the link around 5 pm the day of the event. If you haven't signed up yet, register here so you'll receive the link:
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FREE Shredding, Hazardous Chemicals & More! |
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Free shredding event with free household chemical drop-off (oil, paint, batteries, pesticides) and free excess bulk drop-off THIS SATURDAY 11 - 3 pm. You can also drop off refrigerators, sofas, or anything else allowed in bulk trash. If you are elderly or disabled and not able to drop it off, please contact our office and we will try to arrange special assistance. This event is RAIN OR SHINE!
To be inclusive of the religious community unable to participate on Saturdays, a location for drop off of household chemicals (oil, paint, batteries, pesticides) will be available from now to Friday evening in the back parking lot at Congregation Magen David, 6719 Starbuck Drive.
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City Budget - Your Input Requested |
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The City is building its annual budget, and now is the BEST time to give input! Join one of our Telephone Town Hall Meetings to share your priorities for next year. Share your thoughts on the tax rate, funding of public safety, street and traffic signal maintenance, alley and sidewalk repair, panhandling and homeless services, sanitation services... now's your time to speak up!
Monday, May 24, 6-7 p.m.
Tuesday, May 25, 9-10 a.m.
Tuesday, May 25, 5-6 p.m.
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Police Chief Garcia in District 12! |
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Last week Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia joined me for breakfast at Deli News to hear more about the challenges in our district and priorities for our area. Afterwards, he presided over the second police academy class graduation in two weeks that was shown virtually to friends, family, and the public. Welcome class #375! |
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Dallas Animal services has their main shelter on I-30 near downtown. They also have a satellite site called the Everyday Adoption Center within Petsmart at Coit and Campbell. Right now, they have more dogs than they've had in 3 years. They also have lots of kittens and cats! You can view the animals available for adoption on their website and make an in-person appointment for a meet and greet to see if you've found a match! Find your new best friend at www.Dallas90.org. |
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- Love Tennis? The New York Open tennis tournament is moving to Dallas. Prepare for the Dallas Open set to begin 2/6/2022 - 2/13/2022. more info at sbjsbd.biz/3f1G5yq.
- DART draft bus design is looking for input. If you've ever thought there should be more bus service in D12, make your suggestions on where it should go! Do you need more stops, stops in specific sites or connections? Visit bit.ly/3fl899p. Also, there is a virtual panel discussion about it on June 2, 11 am at bit.ly/3ondRRG.
- Season passes are now available for purchase to the City of Dallas pools. Fretz Park pool is the closest location to our district. Right now, the cost is 20% off regular pricing (regular is $70, now on sale $56). Go to www.dallasaquatics.org for more details or to purchase online. Daily admission to "The Cove" aquatic centers is $5
- DPD's street racing task force has continued with concentrated enforcement. From May 14-16, they conducted 153 traffic stops, issued 117 citations, made 2 felony arrests, 16 misdemeanor arrests, towed 24 vehicles, and seized 13 guns.
- HUD has released new Emergency Housing Vouchers to prevent homelessness. In the Dallas area, 1100+ families will qualify for this help.
- Volunteers needed for the Senior Source Friendly Visitor Program where volunteers write a quick note of encouragement to older adults in nursing homes. Contact Marsha Evans at 214-525-6131 or mevans@theseniorsource.org for more information.
- High speed transportation public input meeting hosted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments tomorrow at 6 pm (Thursday) and comments accepted through June 18. More info here: https://www.focusdailynews.com/nctcog-hosts-series-of-high-speed-transportation-virtual-meetings-may-19-20/?fbclid=IwAR0sKtioNLPPynpT50diwrMy9syI_33SgyOkAAs5JS31hNwGpW9oy6mEG4M
- If you are interested in being considered for appointment to a city board, commission or task force, please email your resume and a note explaining what kind of service interests you to District12@dallascityhall.com. These will be reviewed over the summer.
- Dallas Public Library's Creative Spaces are finally back! You can record a podcast in the story center, sew your masterpiece in the fiber arts workroom, and create digital copies of your family treasures in the heritage lab. You must make an appointment to visit (all located at the downtown library). Book your visit at LibCreativeSpaces@dallascityhall.com or (214) 670-1400.
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Eviction Prevention - Denton County |
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If you live in DENTON COUNTY and you've been impacted by COVID and find that you need assistance with rent and utilities, please complete the tenant screening online to see if you are eligible for assistance. unitedwaydenton.org/eviction-prevention
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Dallas Police Memorial 2021 - Virtual Ceremony |
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The Dallas Police Memorial ceremony is held annually. This year it was held virtually at the end of National Police Week (Saturday). The police memorial is right next to City Hall. You can view the ceremony here: https://youtu.be/8M_3miQVQlg. |
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FREE - Learn How to do Business with Government Entities |
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Drive-Thru Event for Seniors! |
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Need help, got a question, or want to give input?
Email: Cara.Mendelsohn@DallasCityHall.com
Office phone: (214) 670-4067
Text phone: (214) 490-1036
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