Dallas City Council District 13

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Yesterday, we recognized the extraordinary compassion and professionalism of our Dallas Fire-Rescue Medic Teams, Crisis Intervention Team, and Office of Emergency Management & Crisis Response partners.

In response to the tragic loss of a 22-year-old resident, these dedicated teams provided more than emergency response—they delivered sustained care, support, and advocacy for a grieving mother during an unimaginably difficult time. Over several days, they coordinated crisis intervention, emotional support, transportation assistance, housing stabilization, and mental health referrals, ensuring she was supported throughout her loss.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Jerromie Jones, Krystal Thomas, Shawn Blackwell, Lieutenant Clinton Page, Amber Sims, Michelle Figuero, and all supporting team members and partners whose actions reflected the very best of public service.

Their commitment demonstrated that behind every call is a person in need—and our first responders met that moment with empathy, dignity, and unwavering care.

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

🚨 West Nile Virus Alert – District 13 🚨

The City of Dallas will conduct mosquito control spraying in the area around Allencrest Lane after mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus.

📍 Area: Near 4000 Allencrest Lane
📅 June 2–3, 2026
🕘 Between 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM

Residents in the treatment area are encouraged to remain indoors while spraying is underway and take precautions to prevent mosquito bites.

Help reduce mosquito breeding by eliminating standing water around your home, including birdbaths, plant saucers, gutters, buckets, and other containers.

To report standing water or mosquito concerns, call 311.

05/28/2026

Sun’s out, books out! Join the Dallas Public Library’s SMART Summer reading and learning program beginning May 30!

This free 10-week program offers reading challenges, family-friendly activities, events, and prizes for all ages throughout the summer. Last year, participants logged more than 4 million minutes of reading!

Kickoff events will take place Saturday, May 30 from 10 AM – 12 PM at several library branches, including Fretz Library right here in District 13.

Learn more and register here:

After completing 10 discovery activities and 10 create activities, kids earn a free food coupon, up to 2 times over the summer. While supplies last.

05/27/2026

🚧 Traffic Advisory: Dallas North Tollway / Dallas Pkwy Closures (May 27 – June 1)

NTTA has announced upcoming maintenance work that will impact travel along the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) and Dallas Parkway corridor between I-635 and Harvest Hill Rd.

What to expect:

• May 27–June 1 (continuous):
Southbound Dallas Pkwy (DNT frontage road) will have the left lane closed from I-635 to Harvest Hill Rd.

• Nightly closures (8 p.m. – 5 a.m., May 27–June 1):
– Two southbound lanes of Dallas Pkwy (I-635 to Harvest Hill Rd)
– Southbound right lane of DNT (I-635 to Harvest Hill Rd)

• Overnight ramp closures (10 p.m. – 5 a.m., May 27–June 1):
– Westbound I-635 to northbound DNT direct connector
– Eastbound I-635 to southbound DNT direct connector

Detours will be posted:
Drivers should follow signage via Dallas Pkwy/Inwood Rd exits to re-enter the DNT in either direction.

⚠️ All closures are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled if needed.

For more information and updates, visit NTTA Traffic Updates.

Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time during this period.

05/26/2026

Walnut Hill Pool opens for the summer on Saturday, May 30 at 12 PM!

Residents can enjoy open swim throughout the season on:

Mondays & Wednesdays: 1 PM – 6 PM
Saturdays: 12 PM – 7 PM
The season runs through Saturday, August 8.

Additional programming includes:
💧 Water Fitness Classes — Mondays, 9:00 AM–9:45 AM
🏅 Swim Team Practice — Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:55 AM–10:35 AM | Saturdays, 11:15 AM–12 PM

Learn-to-swim and swim team scholarship opportunities are also available. We look forward to a fun and safe summer at Walnut Hill Pool!

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

On this Memorial Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to our fallen heroes and their families.

05/21/2026

Dallas City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day. We honor the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives.
For a detailed list of closures for the City of Dallas, please visit https://dal.city/memorialday