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DALLAS - The City of Dallas celebrates National Community Development Week, April 6–10, highlighting the significant impact of federal community development investments on neighborhoods across the city. Throughout the week, residents and local elected officials will have the opportunity to learn how programs funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Consolidated Plan—specifically the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program—are advancing efforts to expand affordable housing, reduce poverty, and strengthen essential public infrastructure.
The weeklong observance will feature a series of events, activities, and outreach efforts designed to highlight the measurable benefits these programs bring to Dallas communities, while also underscoring the importance of sustained and increased federal funding.
National Community Development (NCD) Week will engage residents, civic leaders, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and media partners in demonstrating how strategic CDBG and HOME investments are transforming neighborhoods and enhancing the city’s physical, economic, and social landscape.
Scheduled Events Include:
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Tuesday, April 7 (Council District 2): Supporting Child Care Sustainability: City & County Tax Exemption Workshop: Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, 1515 Young St., Dallas, TX 75201
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Wednesday, April 8: Mayoral Proclamation – Official recognition of April 6–10, 2026, as National Community Development Week. Time: 9:00 AM. Location: Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201
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Thursday, April 9 (Council District 6): Open House & Ribbon Cutting – Armonia Multifamily Housing Development. Time: 10 AM. Location: 3115 Topeka Ave, Dallas, TX, 75212
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Friday, April 10: NCD Appreciation Day – Honoring staff and partners who support and administer HUD-funded programs, recognizing their work in compliance, service delivery, project management, and community engagement efforts. Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Location: Dallas City Hall, 1500 Marilla St., Dallas, TX 75201 (L1, Conference Room D)
The Annual Community Development Bus Tour is scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026. During the community tour, the Community Development Commission and elected officials will visit a selection of HUD‑funded projects supported through the CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA programs. This year’s tour will spotlight notable revitalization and service initiatives at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center, the South Dallas Cultural Center, and Bonton Farms.
In support of our first tour stop, the City is coordinating an in‑kind donation drive for The Bridge through April 9. To ensure efficiency and accurate tracking of contributions, participants are encouraged to purchase items directly from The Bridge’s Amazon Wishlist and address all shipments to Katerah Jefferson, CE. This process will help ensure that all donations are properly documented and recognized as part of this coordinated effort.
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