In an effort spearheaded by Jonathan Saxer and Joseph Beckham and through a donation made by residents and Bank of America, West Kessler Cares was able to donate 264 backpacks to local schools to assist children and families. With the help of neighboring communities, West Kessler Cares was able to
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We are proud to welcome the newest addition to the neighborhood, the water fountain at Annie L. Stevens Park. The fountain is proudly supported by the West Kessler Neighborhood Association, Stevens Park Estates Neighborhood Association, North Oak Cliff Greenspace, and made possible in part by a grant from the Old Oak Cliff Conservation League.
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Free shade trees available to all homeowners in Oncor service territory For the sixth straight summer, Oncor is offering all homeowners in its service territory two free shade trees as part of the Energy-Saving Trees program in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. When visiting ArborDay.org/Oncor, customers can use an online mapping
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The water fountain that we paid for with Greenspace and SPENA should be installed within a couple of weeks.
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As of January 22, 2014, the Dallas City Council passed an ordinance requiring anyone soliciting within the city limits of Dallas to register with and obtain a solicitor’s permit from the City of Dallas. The only exceptions to this ordinance would be charitable and non-profit organizations. The City of Dallas
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A company that wants to build a carwash in Oak Cliff has requested a zoning change for a vacant lot on West Davis at Tennant. Frank S. Nuchereno submitted an application to build a 3,500-square-foot “tunnel carwash” and 20,000 feet of surface parking lot at 517 N. Tennant, behind Metro Diner.
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Oak Cliff continues to evolve into a strong and diverse urban community. This is due not only to its one-of-a-kind natural beauty and aesthetic, but also due to the diverse group of citizens that remain fully engaged and empowered within the community. Keeping Oak Cliff real means protecting and maintaining
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West Kessler Neighborhood Association‘s own Evan Engwall has been named Teacher of the Year at Central Elementary School! Evan is a math teacher at Central Elementary that serves the at-risk students in the math center. He is admired for reaching out to ALL students at Central. He organized and operates
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Happy winter from West Kessler! Be sure to keep up with all the latest events at http://www.westkessler.org/events/ Come Get Social: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Beautification Committee | Nextdoor | Youtube #WeAreWestKessler
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West Kessler Neighborhood Association is pleased to announce the board of directors for the 2017 term!
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A Q & A with David Weekley Homes Who is developing the property and what are they doing? David Weekley Homes (DW) purchased PD 768 tracts 1 and 2 in September 2016. These are the tracts behind Kessler Woods and N Oak Cliff Blvd, ending behind Lance and Amanda’s house.
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Come join the Hampton-Illinois Branch Library’s 10th Anniversary celebrations!
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UPCOMING WATER CONSERVATION SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS SPONSORED BY DALLAS WATER UTILITIES Below are the seminars/workshops offered by Dallas Water Utilities’ Water Conservation during the months of August and September that will help you to save both water and money both inside and outside your home. TREES FOR NORTH TEXAS WORKSHOP
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Since its establishment in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has celebrated all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. As a non-profit organization, the Fair serves as an advocate for the community through its commitment to preserving Fair Park and
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On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the “land of the free and the home of the brave” so they can begin their American Dream. The first description of how Independence Day would be
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Audrey Pinkerton was elected in May 2016 and is serving her first term on the board. Mrs. Pinkerton represents District 7, which includes 31 schools in Oak Cliff, West Dallas and Cockrell Hill. Pinkerton attended DISD schools and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. She went on to earn a
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Knowing what to do and what not to do can be your best protection during disasters. It is your responsibility! Where will your family be when disaster strikes? They could be anywhere – at work, at school or in the car. Since Dallas County is spread out across many miles,
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West Kessler Neighborhood Association was honored to have Jimmie Vaughan on our Mardi Gras Float! Hometown guitar hero Jimmie Vaughan riffs, rides in Mardi Gras Oak Cliff parade, Dallas Morning News Ride along with Jimmie Vaughan in Oak Cliff Mardi Gras parade, Dallas Morning News, Youtube Video Scenes from the
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Street lights are vital to our everyday lives, lighting the way for drivers and pedestrians. Oncor has approximately 400,000 street lights in its service area, and they always appreciate your help identifying lights that are in need of repair. The sooner Oncor teams know lights are out, the sooner they
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Come and learn ways you can maintain a healthy lawn with less frequent watering. Discover the most effective and earth-friendly way to care for your lawn at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center Auditorium (17360 Coit Road, Dallas, TX 75252) on Saturday, February 6 from 9 a.m. –
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Help us welcome our new neighbors to West Kessler. Eric & Teri at 903 Bison Trail Brian & Sergio at 707 Kessler Woods Trail Matt & Jason at 714 Kessler Woods Trail Johnathan at 804 Kessler Woods Trail Laura & Jason at 2203 Stevens Wood Lane Stuart & Nan at 2225
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The painting has started! Thanks to a grant from the Old Oak Cliff Conservation League, WKNA has arranged for the curbside painting of house numbers. Photo by Earl Stewart
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Free outdoor libraries are a popular tool for encouraging vibrant, connected public spaces and increasing access to books. In Dallas, the Little Free Libraries program has brought together local artists, designers, and community leaders to design and build a range of public outdoor book exchanges. All libraries operate under the
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