1. Leadership & Communications

City of Dallas Department and Facility Holiday Closures

In observance of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, various City of Dallas departments and facilities will be closed or have adjusted hours during the holiday season. Please take note of the following changes to avoid any inconvenience. For more information click HERE. As such, the Weekly Updates for Friday, January 3, will be cancelled.

Equity Indicators Report Launch – 10:00 to 11:30AM Thursday Jan. 9

Join the City of Dallas for the Launch of the updated Equity Indicators Report at Paul Quinn College (Grand Lounge - 3837 Simpson Stuart Rd, Dallas, TX 75241).

The Equity Indicators Report is a collaboration between the City of Dallas and Every Texan, designed to support residents, businesses, nonprofit leaders, philanthropists, City administrators, and elected officials in understanding and addressing disparities across communities. This data-driven resource helps improve outcomes for all. Attendees will hear from City officials, explore key findings, and learn how local partners have used the report to inform decisions. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS. To register, please RSVP at https://dal.city/EquityIndicatorsLaunch 

The City of Dallas is committed to connecting, communicating, and collaborating with stakeholders and looks forward to continued partnerships and the opportunity to share the Equity Indicators Report. For more information, please contact Equity@dallas.gov. 

Save the Date: The 6^th Annual Equity Indicators Symposium- 8:30AM to 2:00PM Friday Jan. 17 Briscoe Center-Fair Park – 1403 Washington St., Dallas, TX 75210

To register, please RSVP at https://dal.city/2025EquityIndicatorsSymposium

For volunteering opportunities at both of these events click HERE.

2. Safe, Healthy & Connected Communities

Keep Dallas Beautiful: Code Compliance Educational Pop-up- 9:00 to 11:00AM Thursday Jan. 9

The community engagement pop-ups empower residents with information about City of Dallas codes and ordinances, resources, and volunteer opportunities with Keep Dallas Beautiful. For more information click HERE.

Keep Dallas Beautiful: Waste in Place- 4:00 to 5:00PM Thursday Jan. 9

The Waste In Place program is an educational outreach program that educates students about litter prevention, solid waste management, and recycling. For more information click HERE.

Tell Us Your Story, Nominate Your Neighbor – Submission deadline extended: February 15

Who Are Our Neighbors? — an art and storytelling initiative designed to uplift and highlight extraordinary members of the Dallas community, past and present, who have crossed lines of difference to serve and better our city as bridge-builders, neighbors, leaders, and change-makers.

Bridge Builders are individuals who foster relationships across lines of difference, sometimes bridging gaps of hostility, misunderstanding, or conflict. These differences can be differences of culture, religion, socioeconomic status, language, or any other divide. Anyone can be a Bridge Builder by helping to forge connections where separation might otherwise exist.  To submit a story about your civic organization, someone within it, or someone in your neighborhood whose story deserves to be celebrated and shared.

Submit a story: https://www.communityiq.org/tell-us-your-story

Questions? Contact Almas at: 214-448-8535 or almas@sharingsacredspaces.org

For more information see FLYER.

3. Equitable Access

District 4 Senior Conversation – 10:00AM to 12:00PM Friday Jan. 10

Attention Dallas Community! The Office of Community Care, along with the Senior Affairs Commission and City Council, wants to hear from you about how we can make our city more age-friendly. Discover the City of Dallas programs designed for those aged 60 and older and share your ideas to help improve our community. Your input is important—let’s work together to create a more inclusive community! For more info and to RSVP call 214-670-5227 or click HERE.

4. Civic Engagement

Community Development Commission Meeting – 6:00 to 7:00PM Thursday Jan. 9

This is a monthly Community Development Commission (CDC) meeting. For more information click HERE.

Keep Dallas Beautiful: Community Clean Trash-Off- 7:00 to 11:00AM Saturday Jan. 11

Get rid of your bulk items, hazardous waste, tires, and documents for shredding. All services provided by Code are free for those who attend. For more information click HERE.

5. Education & Economic Opportunity

Call for Artists – Application Deadline January 30, 2025

The Public Art Program of the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture invites submissions for this request for qualifications from professional artists to design, fabricate and install an outdoor public art piece. The goal is to engage library patrons and staff of all ages and backgrounds, and spark curiosity and interest. This artwork should convey peacefulness and playfulness, and address local history, nature and/or education in this beautiful green space. The artwork should complement the existing contemporary library building surrounded by mature trees and its xeriscape, native landscaping. We positively encourage interactive art installations that include a seating or play component. For more information click HERE.

For a list of other Grants and Calls click HERE.

Neighborhood Public Meetings for HUD Grant Funds​- 7:00 to 8:00PM Thursday Jan. 9

The City of Dallas wants YOUR input on shaping our community's future! Join us and the Community Development Commission (CDC) in creating the FY 2025-26 HUD Consolidated Plan Budget. Your feedback is vital in prioritizing funding for HUD grant programs that truly impact the lives of Dallas residents. 

What programs are we talking about? 

Things like: 

• Low-income neighborhood improvements🏡 
• Homebuyers down payment assistance🔑 
• Youth and senior programming🧑‍🦳 
• Homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing🏠 
• Housing & support for persons with HIV/AIDS❤️‍🩹 
• Home repair assistance🛠️ 

 How can you get involved? 

Attend a meeting: We're hosting in-person, virtual, and telephone town hall meetings throughout January. Find dates and locations here: bit.ly/neighborhoodpm 

Take our survey: Share your thoughts in: English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, or Amharic. 

 Learn about the FY 2025-26 Consolidated Plan! Watch our video (English) or (Spanish), visit our website for additional resources, and download the attached flyer for upcoming meeting dates and locations.

 We value your opinion and encourage you to participate!

The Office of Equity & Inclusion 

Our mission is to advance equity, inclusion, and social justice so all Dallasites can thrive. The office relies on the use of disaggregated data, community outreach, and resident voices to support the City of Dallas in understanding and addressing disparities to improve outcomes for all residents. Below are the four divisions of the Office of Equity & Inclusion. Click on them to learn more.

1) Welcoming Communities & Immigrant Affairs-

Promotes the economic, civic, and social engagement of immigrants and refugees residing in Dallas.

2) Fair Housing-

Further fair housing through community outreach and addressing systemic barriers to fair resource distribution, access to services, and opportunities. It also properly investigates housing discrimination complaints. 

3) Equity-

Reduces disparities and increases opportunities for all residents by providing the necessary resources and services to thrive in each person’s own unique identities, circumstances, and histories.

4) Human Rights-

Promotes social justice and ensures equitable access to services among Dallas' diverse communities.

City of Dallas Calendar & Events

Did you know that the City of Dallas has a public calendar with updated events? For a complete listing of the City’s calendar and events click HERE. Save it in your favorites for easy access!

City of Dallas Communications and Customer Service/311 (CCX)

Dallas 311: Service Request

Dallas 311 allows City of Dallas residents and visitors to request City services. Submit and track your service request on the website or by downloading the Dallas 311 mobile app. Create a free login account and view detailed service request updates online or via the mobile app.

Dallas Police Department

The Police Department is dedicated to serving the people of Dallas and strives to reduce crime and provide a safe city. The hotline: 877-373-8477.

Water Utilities

Customers with questions regarding their account may contact DWU Customer Service at 214-651-1441 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For questions regarding DallasGo, customers may read FAQs at Dallas.gov/DallasGo or email their inquiries to Dallasgo@dallas.gov. Check the website for more information.

Sanitation Services

The Department of Sanitation Services is all about Keeping Our Dallas Neighborhoods Clean and Clutter Free. Check the website for more information.

Animal Services

Our vision is to lead the nation in compassionate care of animals while finding positive outcomes for all placeable pets through innovative shelter operations and community engagement. Check the website for more information. 

Employment Opportunities

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex. We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community. Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career. Check the website for more information.

Planning & Development

This site is for all your zoning, permits, inspections and more. 

Code Compliance

The City of Dallas Code Compliance Department consists of three divisions: Neighborhood Code, Nuisance Abatement, and Consumer Health.  Code Compliance ensures city codes, and ordinances are maintained, so Dallas continues to be a clean and safe city. Code Compliance does this by working with neighborhoods by providing education and building partnerships with non-profits, neighborhood associations, and other City of Dallas departments.

Dallas Public Library

Limitless possibilities start with Dallas Public Library. Our mission is to strengthen communities and build equity by connecting people, inspiring curiosity and advancing lives.

Office of Arts & Culture

The City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture (OAC) fosters support, partnerships, and opportunities for Dallas residents, visitors, artists, and arts and cultural organizations.

Office of Community Care

The Office of Community Care (OCC) provides direction and oversight of the City’s social, human, and supportive services to help create equity for seniors, children, and other city of Dallas residents to improve their quality and standard of living.

Office of Homeless Solutions

The Office of Homeless Solutions was designed to be the change agents in the homeless community. With the help of partnering organizations and community members like you, we offer strategic initiatives and street outreach to overcome homelessness throughout the city by implementing initiatives with consistency, transparency, and accountability. Our innovative solutions ensure our homeless neighbors receive food, shelter, housing, help to overcome barriers, and opportunities for a better life. We seek to provide public and private partners with the tools, resources, and opportunities to join the cause and help unsheltered individuals in our community.

Boards & Commissions

The Mayor and City Council are​ very interested in you serving as a member of a City of Dallas Board or Commission. As an interested resident and community leader, you can provide invaluable service to the City of Dallas through your membership​​ and participation. Board and Commission members volunteer many hours annually sharing their time and expertise and enjoy learning more about the City through their membership.