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Greetings, District 10!
I hope each of you are having a relaxing, safe and fun summer! Though the Dallas City Council will not reconvene officially until Wednesday, August 4, our office is actively planning for a productive 2021-2023 term. Come August, Dallas City Manager T.C. Broadnax will release the FY 2021-22 budget proposal, and after, our office will host three town hall meetings to share information about the proposed budget and address District 10 residents’ questions. I look forward to connecting with many of you during these meetings and encourage your participation.
August 17, 6 p.m. (format: Webex)
August 19, 6 p.m. (format: Tele-Town Hall)
August 24, 6 p.m. (format: In-Person)
At the end of June, Mayor Eric Johnson announced committee assignments for the upcoming city-council term. It is through these committees that most effective policymaking is achieved, and I’m eager to begin serving alongside my colleagues on the following committees to discuss and effect positive change.
Economic Development (Member)
Government Performance & Financial Management (Member)
Public Safety (Chair)
Workforce, Education, & Equity (Member)
Ad Hoc Committee on General Investigating & Ethics (Member)
Ad Hoc Committee on Legislative Affairs (Member)
As the chair of the Public Safety Committee, my immediate priorities are partnering with the mayor, other councilmembers, City of Dallas staff and community stakeholders to improve the efficiency and staffing of our 911 Call Center, decrease 911-response times and reduce violent crime. The mayor and our entire city council are committed to doing whatever we can to keep all Dallas residents safe.
Thank you to each of you for all you do every day to make the District 10 community a better place. Please continue to stay engaged, and as always, if my team or I can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to email District10@dallascityhall.com. It is an honor and a privilege to serve you.
Council Member Adam McGough, District 10
Note Relevant Events and Updates
July 1: The Community Police Oversight Board hosted a virtual townhall meeting to discuss policing in District 10 and address residents’ questions and concerns. District 10 Community Police Oversight Board Member Ezekiel Tyson, Office of Community Police Oversight Police Monitor/Director Tonya McClary and I served as panelists. Watch a recording of the townhall here.
July 7: The Dallas Police Department hosted its annual Police Memorial Day service to honor Dallas police officers and other law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. This year included a special recognition of the five officers who were killed by a gunman during an ambush in downtown Dallas on July 7, 2016.
“Today is a heavy day for the Dallas community as we remember and honor the five police officers who were killed in the line of duty five years ago and the entire DPD family. I remain in prayer for the families of our fallen and all those impacted. Today, we remember the sacrifices of our men and women in blue and recognize the daily service of so many who put their lives on the line to protect and serve everyone in Dallas. We have a lot of work to do, and we honor all those lost in the struggle.”
– Council Member Adam McGough
 July 12: Hamilton Park residents and Dallas Police Department (DPD) Northeast Patrol Division officers engaged in an open and honest conversation about keeping Hamilton Park community members safe. This is an amazing community that works together and has great neighborhood pride. Thank you to all who participated!
 Mark Your Calendars
June 5 – August 14: Learn about the Dallas Public Library’s SMART Summer with Mayor Johnson and register here.
Summer Wednesdays from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.: The Lake Highlands YMCA and Brighter Bites are partnering to provide food for our community members in need every Wednesday this summer.
August 6: Pre-register for the 2021 Dallas Mayor's Back to School Fair by Friday, July 30.
August 7 from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Dare to Prepare Teen Driver Workshop (Access workshop details in Spanish here.)
August 9 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: Homelessness Issues and Funding Listening Session with Council Members Paula Blackmon (District 9), Adam McGough (District 10) and Jaynie Schultz (District 11) (Access listening-session details in Spanish here.)
 August 12 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Northeast Volunteer Recognition Ceremony – Taste of Northeast (Access event details in Spanish here.)
August 21 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Drive-Thru Blitz
Our office will host three FY22 budget town halls in August to give you the opportunity to learn about Dallas City Manager T.C. Broadnax’s proposed budget and ask questions.
August 17, 6 p.m. (format: Webex)
August 19, 6 p.m. (format: Tele-Town Hall)
August 24, 6 p.m. (format: In-Person)
Access City of Dallas Resources
- Visit any City of Dallas recreation center before July 31 to receive a free Youth All Access Pass (YAAP) while supplies last. With a YAAP, Dallas residents ages 12-17 will receive complimentary admission into a variety of Dallas attractions including the Dallas Arboretum, the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, the Dallas Zoo and more.
- To request City of Dallas non-emergency services and/or report potholes, litter, high weeds, graffiti, homeless encampments, etc., call 311 when inside Dallas's city limits or (214) 670-3111 from any location. You may also submit service requests via this webpage. Download the OurDallas mobile application for access to non-emergency City Services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Search for free or reduced-cost services such as food, healthcare, job-seeker and legal assistance here.
- Watch Dallas City Council agenda and briefing meetings live here or past meetings here.
Receive Information and Updates About the 635 East Project
To receive information about 635 East Project news, events, construction and lane closures, sign up for text or e-blast alerts. Business owners and managers may be interested in joining the Business Task Force for additional tailored information about 635 East.
Read Noteworthy City of Dallas and District 10 News
We Want to Hear from You
Do you have an event you'd like shared in the next edition of our newsletter or on Facebook? Please email your requests to District10@dallascityhall.com for consideration.
Stay Connected
- If you’re interested in becoming more involved in District 10 initiatives, email District10@dallascityhall.com and specify the local issues that interest you most (e.g., economic development, education, mobility & connectivity, public safety, health & housing, etc.).
 Council Member Adam McGough, District 10
Dallas City Hall
1500 Marilla St, Room 5FN
Dallas, Texas 75201
Phone: (214) 670-4068
District10@dallascityhall.com
Council Member Adam McGough | 1500 Marilla Street, 5FN, Dallas, TX 75201
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