City of Duncanville

On Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the request of Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), a statewide test of emergency alerting systems will occur between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. As part of this drill, local jurisdictions across Texas may test systems used to notify the public during emergencies. Because jurisdictions across the region may participate in this test, you may receive more than one test alert on your phone and hear outdoor warning sirens during the testing window.

TAKE NOTICE that the City Council of the City of Duncanville, Texas, shall convene on May 5, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., at Duncanville City Hall, 203 E. Wheatland Road, Duncanville, Texas 75116. During such meeting, the City Council will consider the passage of one or more ordinances authorizing the issuance of certificates of obligation, in one or more series, in an amount not to exceed TWELVE MILLION DOLLARS ($12,000,000) for the purpose of paying contractual obligations to be incurred for

The Duncanville Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Robert “Bobby” Byrd to the position of Assistant Chief of Police, effective Sunday, March 8, 2026.

The City of Duncanville Public Library is launching a comprehensive community engagement effort that invites residents to help shape the future of library services through an online survey and a series of focus groups. This initiative is designed to gather detailed feedback about how people use the library today and what they would like to see in the years ahead, including new programs, services, technologies, and more.

Weekly inspections, public safety, library programs, economic development, and parks and recreation activities are all underway across Duncanville. Explore the latest events, services, and opportunities, and make plans to join in this week!

This week’s City of Duncanville update highlights active building and health inspections, Fire and Police training and response, and a wide range of programs at the library, parks, and recreation facilities. Economic Development, Public Works, and other city departments continue moving key projects, business support, hiring, and infrastructure improvements forward. Read the full weekly update to learn more about services, upcoming events, and ways to get involved.

Duncanville had a busy week, with inspectors supporting safe buildings and rentals, first responders answering calls, and teams across the Library, Parks and Recreation, Economic Development, and Public Works advancing services, events, and major projects for residents. Stay engaged by taking the Library’s Community Needs Assessment survey,

Duncanville departments remained busy this week, completing dozens of building, health, and rental inspections, supporting major public safety operations, and offering robust programs at City facilities, the library, and parks and recreation while advancing BloomFest planning and economic development initiatives. Residents are encouraged to stay engaged by checking out the most recent City Manager's Weekly Update.