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Forward Dallas Update from Paul Ridley

Forward Dallas Update from Paul Ridley

There has been an update from City Council Representative Paul Ridley about Forward Dallas. According to Paul we will have some protection with Vickery Place, which is a single-family neighborhood and Conservation District 14, which is excellent news.

Neighborhood Farmers Markets are Back This Fall!

Neighborhood Farmers Markets are Back This Fall!

Good Local Markets is back this fall with two neighborhood markets: Lakewood Towers Farmers Market (new location!) and White Rock Farmers Market. Stop by to support local vendors!

2024 Bond Projects

2024 Bond Projects

As we see certain projects in the city move forward while others don't, it's natural to wonder how the process works. Most repairs and improvements are done via Bond Packages. The QR code below gives more details about projects in Vickery Place, as well as other neighborhoods in District 14.

West Nile FOUND in Dallas - Mosquito Control in effect

West Nile FOUND in Dallas - Mosquito Control in effect

Mosquito samples in Dallas have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. Weather permitting, the area described below are scheduled for mosquito control spraying between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. each night from Tuesday, August 6th to Wednesday, August 7th.

Storm Debris Removal Progress

The Department of Sanitation Services has been working 6-7 days per week to collect more than 400,000 cubic yards debris left behind from the May 28, 2024 storm. Sanitation is on track to complete the first storm debris pass citywide by July 26, which is within its committed 60-day window.

Storm Sanitation Update

Storm Sanitation Update

Due to the significant volume of debris, the city is currently experiencing delays in the collection process. An informational page has been provided below, containing an FAQ, a collection map, and additional guidelines.

Forward Dallas Update - Next Meeting June 20th

Forward Dallas Update - Next Meeting June 20th

The commissioners voted unanimously against multiplex housing as a Primary use in the Community Residential place type and instead made it a Secondary use. Multiplexes are defined as multi-family residences with less than nine units.

Forward Dallas Update

Forward Dallas Update

Hello Neighbors, The CPC Staff Draft [ #4 ] was released for public review over the weekend. The link to the draft is below. The VPNA will continue to work with Melissa Kingston and adjacent Lower Greenville Ave Leadership on the response needed for Vickery Place.

Special Meeting With D14 Plan Commissioner Melissa Kingston

Special Meeting With D14 Plan Commissioner Melissa Kingston

To allow our Neighbors a better learning format than "Town Hall" and a space to ask Forward Dallas questions, Melissa Kingston, D14 Plan Commissioner has offered to meet with residents to help educate, translate etc. Campisi's 5/15 @ 5:30pm

Forward Dallas meeting - 4/3 @ 6:00pm Samuell Grand Recreation Center

Forward Dallas meeting - 4/3 @ 6:00pm Samuell Grand Recreation Center

- Join us at the Forward Dallas Meeting on Wednesday April 3rd at 6pm at Samuell-Grand Recreation Center. Your attendance is crucial. This proposed city legislation poses a significant threat to Vickery Place, potentially bringing an end to its identity as a Conservation District.

Daylight Savings This Sunday!

Daylight Savings This Sunday!

🔆🌻Don't forget to Spring Forward on Sunday, March 10!🌻🔆

No Skate Park for Glencoe

No Skate Park for Glencoe

"Ending months of community debate, Rudy Karimi, District 14 Park Board member, and the staff at Dallas Parks and Recreation have decided to end the pursuit of a skatepark in Glencoe Park. Karimi announced on a Facebook post on Wednesday evening." More Info Below: No Skatepark for Glencoe