East Tripp Road Construction Will Begin Soon

Construction will soon begin along East Tripp Road between Collins and East Fork to replace an aging water line, along with full pavement replacement. The project will also include targeted asphalt improvements for all of Tripp between Collins and Rebecca, along with Rebecca between Tripp and US 80. The Town is aware of the poor condition of the pavement surface along this stretch, so these initial improvements will start soon after the contract is awarded to help improve rideability. 

Construction bids were opened on Tuesday, April 29, for the project, and the Town Council is expected to award the construction contract at the May 12 meeting. Construction is expected to get underway in early to mid-June, and the contract includes incentives for the contractor to complete the portion adjacent to SISD before school starts in August. The remainder of the project is expected to wrap up in early 2026.

The Town Council also awarded a design contract at the April 28 meeting for a similar water line and pavement replacement project along the rest of Tripp Road between East Fork and Rebecca, and Rebecca from Tripp Road to US Highway 80. These design activities are expected to continue into early 2026, when that section will be ready for construction bidding.

Get to know Gretel!

Learn more about this pet and others on our Petfinder page

Gretel is a two-year-old female Jack Russell Terrier: Hello there, I'm Gretel! I'm quite the character around here with my goofy antics. Give me a toy and I'm all giggles and wiggles. I love to play, and my energy is infectious. My friends here say I'm friendly to everyone I meet. I've got a heart full of love, and I'm ready to share it. I can't wait to find a family who loves to laugh and play as much as I do. I'm ready to make your life more joyful with my playful spirit!

We would love for you to share this with others and bring awareness to the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter's animals and services. If your family is ready to add a member, we currently have many adoptable animals in our shelter looking for a new place to call home. Learn more by visiting our Petfinder page or calling (214) 862-4525.

Property Tax Exemptions and Appraisal Information

Property owners in Dallas County, including Sunnyvale, should receive their latest property appraisal notices soon.

Sunnyvale’s residential and business property owners should be aware that the Town of Sunnyvale has approved the highest exemption rates of any municipality in Dallas County. That 20% Homestead Exemption rate is one of several property tax exemptions provided by Sunnyvale that leaves more than $1 billion in taxable value in the pockets of the Town’s taxpayers. To make sure you have the proper exemptions applied to your property, visit the Dallas County Appraisal District website at www.dallascad.org to get more information and check your exemption status.

Property owners who wish to protest Dallas CAD’s latest appraised value can also check that website and click on Protest Process to learn more about those procedures and requirements. Property owners have until May 15, 2025, to protest their property value.

For more information, visit www.dallascad.org.