Dallas Community Development

We finished National Community Development Week 2026 at Bonton Farms! This urban agriculture initiative addresses the root causes of poverty through food production and workforce development. By transforming underutilized land into productive community assets like the Market Cafe and Wellness Center, Bonton Farms is advancing health and economic mobility in South Dallas.

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Stop two on our Saturday Community Development tour: South Dallas Cultural Center! We highlighted how CDBG funding has been used for significant ADA improvements to this municipal facility. These upgrades ensure that veterans, older adults, and residents with mobility impairments have equitable access to vibrant program. This investment advances our commitment to universal access and inclusion.

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Saturday’s Community Development Bus Tour began at The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center. This centralized hub delivers low-barrier services, including emergency shelter and healthcare, to single adults experiencing homelessness in Dallas. We are proud to highlight how grant funding and City-County partnerships support these structured pathways toward long-term stability and permanent housing.

City of Dallas National Community Development Association

Gratitude was the theme for Friday, April 10! We wrapped up the business week with NCD Appreciation Day at City of Dallas - City Hall, honoring the incredible staff and partners who manage our HUD-funded programs. Their expertise in compliance, project management, and service delivery ensures our programs achieve real, measurable outcomes for every resident in the City of Dallas. We thank you for your dedication to building a stronger, more resilient city.

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Welcome home to Armonia! 🏠 On Thursday, April 9, we celebrated the future of West Dallas housing with an Open House and Ribbon Cutting at the Armonia Multifamily Housing Development. We were honored to have Laura For Dallas join us to celebrate this Dallas City Homes project, which provides 15 units of high-quality, stable housing for seniors and working families. This project is a prime example of smart-growth redevelopment preserving long-term affordability in District 6.

City of Dallas - City Hall National Community Development Association

Wednesday, April 8, marked a major milestone for National Community Development Week 2026. Mayor Eric L. Johnson officially proclaimed the week in the City Council Chambers! A special thank you to Chad West for presiding over the proclamation reading and for his continued leadership. This ceremony honored the dedicated Community Development Commissioners and staff whose stewardship ensures HUD funding reaches the residents who need it most.

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Supporting our local childcare providers! On Tuesday, April 7, of National Community Development Week 2026, the City of Dallas hosted an impactful workshop at the Dallas Public Library J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. This was a wonderful collaborative effort with Dallas County Judge Clay Lewis and ChildCareGroup to help providers navigate the property tax exemption process. By helping these essential small businesses reduce operational costs, we are directly investing in the economic mobility and long-term stability of Dallas families. A special thank you to Council Member Jesse for Dallas for stopping by to support our District 2 providers!

City of Dallas - City Halll National Community Development Association

We are wrapping up National Community Development Week with a bang! 💥 Today marks the last day of , and we are spending it on our Annual Community Development Bus Tour!

Our journey takes us to The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center, South Dallas Cultural Center,and Bonton Farms to see firsthand how CDBG and HOME programs strengthen our city’s social and physical vitality.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to our donation drive for The Bridge—your generosity is the perfect way to end this meaningful week!

National Community Development Association

Wrapping up the work week by saying "Thank You!" Today is NCD Appreciation Day at City Hall. We recognize the partners and staff who ensure these federal resources strengthen the social vitality of Dallas.

National Community Development Week continues! Today, we are featuring the Armonia Multifamily Development Open House. Situated near the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge, Dallas City Homes created this "pocket-style" community to meet the urgent need for housing in the La Bajada neighborhood. This project is a vital part of West Dallas's story, turning disinvested land into fertile foundations for residents and essential workers.

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City of Dallas - City Hall

Today, the City of Dallas officially recognizes National Community Development Week with a Mayoral Proclamation at City Hall. We celebrate the CDBG and HOME programs that drive meaningful, community-focused outcomes across our neighborhoods. / Watch it live here: https://dal.city/live

City of Dallas celebrates National Community Development Week on Tuesday! Today, in partnership with ChildCareGroup, we are hosting a workshop at the Dallas Public Library J. Erik Jonsson Branch to help providers navigate tax exemptions. This program highlights our commitment to essential child care services for Dallas families.