WCIA's Weekly Updates: November 1 to 10

Community Resources Hub-

The Community Resources Welcoming Hub has been created to connect Dallas residents with existing resources to enhance the quality of life for all in Dallas. Search for programs, connect to services, apply for benefits. Search results are available in 110 Different Languages. To access this FREE service click HERE.

District 12 Senior Conversation- 10am Monday Oct. 28

Meet your City Council Member and Senior Affairs Commissioner to discuss the needs of older adults in our community. Share your thoughts and learn more about the services provided to Senior residents by the Office of Community Care Senior Services Program. Join the conversation. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYER.

National Immigrants Day- Monday Oct. 28

The United States of America is known as the world's melting pot, and every year on October 28 National Immigrants Day gives us a reason to reflect on just how unique that distinction is among the world's 195 sovereign nations. As Americans, we are proud of our long history of welcoming immigrants from all parts of the world and value their contributions that add zest to our nation's blend of cultures, customs, and traditions. For more information click HERE.

Human Rights Workshop- 9:00am to 3:00pm Thursday Oct. 31

This workshop is to create space for stakeholders to connect across human rights areas, communicate the most pressing needs, and collaborate as one on how the City of Dallas can collectively advance human rights. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS, to register click HERE.

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Immigration 101 Presentation- 10:00 to 11:30 am Thursday Nov. 7

The USCIS invites immigrant serving persons and organizations to this "Immigration Benefits and Documents Overview" presentation. The event is hosted by Community Relations Specialist Jesus M. Ramirez. To RSVP and for more information see FLYER.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training- Saturday Nov. 9

Dallas CERT training emphasizes accountability for yourself, your family, and your community by stressing the importance of personal preparedness and accountability. Our CERT volunteer members are expected to have an awareness of their neighborhoods, and to pre-determine possible evacuation sites that will facilitate effective, safe, and rapid response ​to emergencies.​​ The CERT program teaches our volunteer members about disaster preparedness for hazards that affect our area. The program trains you in basic disaster response skills (fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations). CERT also offers a one-day online class that serves as an introduction to the CERT Basic three-day course. For more information click HERE.

State Fair of Texas Resource Guide-

As a long-standing Dallas Institution, the State Fair of Texas has a unique appreciation for the local support that makes such a big event possible each year. Our impact focuses on three areas that compliment our mission: social, human, and financial capital. For the Resource Guide click HERE.

Language Access- UbiDuo

The Office of Equity and Inclusion is excited to introduce the UbiDuo, a powerful communication device that helps bridge the gap between individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech impairments and City staff. This tool plays a vital role in increasing language access and ensuring every resident's voice is heard. For more information on accessing one of these devices, contact the Human Rights Division at 214-670-7311. To see infomercial click HERE.

Dallas Alert-

The City of Dallas is committed to the safety and well-being of our residents. The Dallas Alert program is an emergency notification system developed to enhance the ability of the City of Dallas to provide public safety related notifications to residents and businesses during emergencies. Register now to receive text message, voice call, and email notifications. For more information click HERE.

Pepsico Reforestation Project- 9:00am to 12:00pm Friday Nov. 1

PepsiCo, in partnership with Trinity-Blacklands Urban Forestry Council, Texas Conservation Alliance and Dallas Water Utilities, will be teaming up with Texas A&M Forest Service to plant trees as part of a reforestation project for the Great Trinity Forest. To volunteer, click HERE. For more information click HERE.

Keep Dallas Beautiful: Community Clean Trash-Off- 7:00 to 11:00am Saturday Nov. 2

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

Dia de los Muertos Festivals- 11:00am to 4:00pm Saturday Nov. 2

​For a complete list of Día de los Muertos festivals in Dallas click HERE.

Abrams/Skillman Corridor Transportation Safety Study- 5:30 to 7:00pm Thursday Nov. 7

The Dallas Department of Transportation & Public Works will host a second public meeting to discuss recommended transportation safety improvements and account for resident input given in September for Abrams Road between Richmond Avenue and Northwest Highway, and for Skillman Street between Live Oak Street and Abrams Road. This meeting is a follow-up meeting to a Sept. 10, 2024, discussion about this corridor. For more information click HERE.

Feast of Sharing: 18th Annual Holiday Dinner- 3:00 to 7:00pm Friday Nov. 8

Free Community Celebration! Please join us as we give thanks for all of life's blessings. Our invitation is open to everyone, the dinner is free, and the memories are truly everlasting. There will be a kid's zone, live entertainment, meet Santa, health and family services and more. For more information click HERE.

Free Fall: Hard Blues and Harmolodics Firm Rooted Jazz Series- 7:30 to 9:00pm Saturday Nov. 9

Free Fall: Hard Blues and Harmolodics Firm Rooted Jazz Series at the Bath House Cultural Center. With firm roots planted within the traditions of so called straight ahead, free, bebop, avant garde, swing, and experimental jazz, each showcase will feature various local musicians, each who feverishly pursue an endless sonic quest within the many realms of jazz music. For more information about this FREE event click HERE.

Enhanced Library Card-

The Enhanced Library Card (ELC) is a library card that contains a person's full name, home address, date of birth, and picture. In addition to all the benefits of a regular library card, it can serve as a method for verifying identity, particularly for individuals that face barriers getting a state or federal ID. You will need to consult with the organizations/entities with which you would like to use the Enhanced Library Card as part of establishing your identity to determine if/how the Enhanced Library Card can be used for this purpose. For more information on how to get one click HERE, and see BILINGUAL FLYERS.

3^rd Annual Halloween Extravaganza Event- 10:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Oct 26

Celebrate Halloween with the Dallas Police Department and the AT&T Performing Arts Center at this 3rd annual Halloween Family Extravaganza where we'll have a scavenger hunt, games, and costume contests with the chance to win goodies and tickets! Along with the special activities, we'll also have family weekend favorites, such as the petting zoo, caricaturist, and face painters. It's going to be a fa-BOO-lous event! For more information click HERE.

Fresh Food and Produce Drive- 10:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Oct. 26

Hosted by Goldmark Cultural Center and Oak Cliff Veggie Project bringing fresh produce to North Dallas! Produce is bagged and ready for you to pick up! Tell all your family, friends, neighbors! For more information see FLYER.

Osaka, Japan World Expo Opportunity-

Here's another amazing opportunity to go to the Osaka World Expo next year. The U.S. Department of State is looking for Americans (individuals and groups) who have expertise in: Music, Dance, Visual Art (painting, photography, drawing, sculpture), Crafts, Literature (poetry, fiction, creative writing, screenwriting, spoken word, etc.), Media Arts (film, video, radio, podcasting), Theatre, Sports, Culinary. For more information click HERE.

FIFA World Cup 26 Poster Contest-

The pinnacle event of the most popular sport in the world is taking place on the biggest stage ever with nine matches coming to the DFW region for the FIFA World Cup 26™. For FIFA World Cup 26™, each Host City has the opportunity to express its uniqueness with a blend of football through the creation of its own Host City poster. For more information click HERE.

Early Voting and Elections-

Election Day is on Tuesday, November 5, from 7:00am to 7:00pm. However, early voting has already begun. For information on who, what, when, where and how to get a free ride to voting click HERE.

Adult Learning-

Dallas Public Library offers adult learning programs. The Fall schedule is ready. See GED classes, English citizenship classes. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYERS.

United Nations Day: Global Leadership Awards- 10:00am Saturday Oct. 26

There are a number of compelling reasons to attend UN Day this year. The global challenges that have dominated the news headlines are now more urgent than ever; lives have been lost, and democracy is at a critical juncture. Now is the time to engage with fellow thought leaders and experts who are working to tackle these pressing issues. For more information click HERE.

Matilda Bridge Tree Planting Celebration- 9:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Oct. 26

Free event! Rain or shine! Come be part of an exciting day dedicated to improving our local ecosystem! There will be live music created by the sounds of trees, food trucks, family-friendly activities including Blackland Prairie seed dispersal. Hosted by the University Crossing PID in collaboration with Dallas Water Utilities. For more information and to register click HERE.

Branch Out Dallas: Arbor Day- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 2

Residents who registered for a free tree through the Branch Out Dallas tree giveaway program can pick up their tree on Dallas Arbor Day, at the location they selected. For more information click HERE.

Branching Out: Tree Planting- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 2

Park Volunteer tree planting event at Moss Glen & Casa Linda Parks. Help #DallasParks replenish the tree canopy in Dallas by volunteering to plant trees. Sign up to volunteer HERE!

Branching Out: Tree Planting- 9:00am to 12:00pm Saturday Nov. 9

Park Volunteer Tree Planting. Help replenish the tree canopy in Dallas by volunteering to plant trees at a community park near you! Sign up to volunteer HERE! For more information click HERE.

The Untold Story of Mexican-American Veterans- all day Sep. 28 to Nov. 30

An exhibit in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and Veterans Day. Mexican-Americans have served in the Military throughout history, but their stories have often been hidden or forgotten by textbooks and media depictions of veterans. For more information click HERE.

Renter to Homeowner- 4 part series: Oct. 4, 10, 25 and Nov. 8

This series is for anyone who wants to become a homeowner. The series includes: goal setting, homeownership 101, credit 101 counseling, and opportunities for discussion. For more information see BILINGUAL FLYER.

Veterans Job Fair- 7:30am to 12:00pm Wednesday Nov. 13

U&I Spread the Light is hosting this Veterans Job Fair which includes the following free services: breakfast and lunch, resume writing assistance, wrap around services for vets and more. For more information see FLYERS.

One Future, Many Paths- 10:00am to 1:00pm Saturday Nov. 16

ImmSchools is hosting this "College and Career Readiness For All" event. You will be able to explore careers, navigate college applications, understand financial aid packages, and more. For more information see FLYER.

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 residingin Dallas.

2) Fair Housing-

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

3) Equity-

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

4) Human Rights-

Promotes social justice and ensures equitableaccess 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 [email protected]. 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.