MOVE from Confusion to Confidence.
Explaind helps you understand what’s happening in Dallas, how it affects you, and how you can participate.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN DALLAS?
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What do you care about?
Start with something that matters to you.
HOUSING + NEIGHBORHOODS
Rent, development, zoning & homelessness
GETTING AROUND
Streets, traffic, transit, sidewalks & bike lanes.
SAFETY + PRIVACY
Police, fire, emergency response, surveillance & technology.
MONEY + TAXES
City spending, property taxes, fees & bonds.
Understand your city.
The basics of who makes decisions, where the money goes, and how you can have a say.
Who represents me?
FIND YOUR DISTRICT →
Find your City Council district and who represents your neighborhood.
Where does the money go?
FOLLOW THE MONEY →
See how Dallas raises money, spends it, and decides what gets funded.
What does City Council do?
HOW IT WORKS →
Learn what City Council decides and how those decisions affect Dallas.
How can I have a say?
GET INVOLVED →
Learn how to speak at meetings, contact officials, and participate in decisions.
Get Involved
You don’t have to be an expert to participate. Start with one step.
Attend a Meeting
See what Dallas City Council, boards, and commissions are meeting about and when you can participate.
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Join an Event
Come to a workshop, community conversation, or event to learn about what’s happening in Dallas.
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Make Your Voice Heard
Learn how to contact your representatives, give public comment, and participate in local decisions.
How to participate
Programs
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Ideas on Tap
Casual conversations that make local issues easier to understand.
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Take the Mic
Learn how to give public comment and practice making your voice heard.
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Town Halls + Workshops
Learn about local issues, ask questions, and talk with your neighbors.
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