Double Oak - Friday Updates (01/19/2024)
Cold Weather and Backflow Devices
We have had citizens inquire about the above-ground backflow devices installed in your yards. With the hard freeze we just had, there are questions regarding what happens if the backflow freezes and breaks.
It is the homeowner's responsibility to protect the device. Any connection between the water box that turns off your water and the home is the homeowner's responsibility.
We spoke with Cross Timbers this week and debated the type of installation with these devices, so we thought we would share the TCEQ verbiage regarding these devices.
Citizens, please do your best to protect your devices in this cold weather.
TCEQ TAC 30 Chapter 290 §290.44(h)(4)
(h) Backflow, siphonage.
(1) No water connection from any public drinking water supply system shall be allowed to any residence or establishment where an actual or potential contamination hazard exists unless the public water facilities are protected from contamination.
(A) At any residence or establishment where an actual or potential contamination hazard exists, additional protection shall be required at the meter in the form of an air gap or backflow prevention assembly. The type of backflow prevention assembly required shall be determined by the specific potential hazard identified in § 290.47(f) of this title (relating to Appendices).
(4) All backflow prevention assemblies that are required according to this section and associated table located in § 290.47(f) of this title shall be tested upon installation by a licensed backflow prevention assembly tester and certified to be operating within specifications. Backflow prevention assemblies which are installed to provide protection against health hazards must also be tested and certified to be operating within specifications at least annually by a licensed backflow prevention assembly tester.
(C) A test report must be completed by the recognized backflow prevention assembly tester for each assembly tested. The signed and dated original must be submitted to the public water supplier for recordkeeping purposes. Any form which varies from the format specified in commission Form 20700 must be approved by the executive director prior to being placed in use.
Wing Drone Delivery
At our town council meeting on Tuesday evening, we had a presentation for the citizens and council about a new delivery service available to Double Oak residents.
It is called Wing Drone Delivery, and they are piloting a test with the Lewisville Walmart.
How it works is that you could order something that weighs up to 3 pounds and have it delivered to your home via a drone vs. a delivery person or your trip to pick it up. The test area is within 6 miles of the Lewisville Walmart.
Please click the link below to learn more about Wing Drone Delivery.
This messaging is a courtesy to our citizens, and there is NO partnership or affiliation between the Town of Double Oak and Wing Drone Delivery.
50th Birthday Celebration Update – Double Oak Memorabilia Needed
If you have any pictures or memorabilia you can share, please get in touch with Ginger Brittain. If you have questions about what we want to see, call her, and she can let you know. Time is getting closer, so reach out to Ginger.
Ginger Brittain
817-291-6554
Email: g48stanley@yahoo.com
ATTENTION: Crafters and small business owners.
Double Oak will celebrate our 50 years as a town on May 18, 2024. If you would like to promote your business, whatever it may be, you can purchase a 10’x10’ space for $50. You will be responsible for your canopy, chairs, and tables. Time: 12 pm -- 5 pm
Contact Bonnie Morrow for any questions: bonnie4asl@outlook.com
Double Oak Speed Tracker Data for 1/4/2024 to 1/11/2024
Reminders:
Saturday, May 4, 2024, General Election
The notice to apply for a place on the ballot for the Saturday, May 4, 2024, General Election has been posted. Filing starts on January 17, 2024, and ends on February 16, 2024, at 5:00 pm.
The citizens of Double Oak will elect three council members.
Candidate Packets can be picked up at Double Oak Town Hall. As Candidates file, information will be posted on the Town website. Please get in touch with the Town Hall Administration Office at (972) 539-9464 with any questions.
In Double Oak, terms expiring are as follows:
2-Year Term:
- Council Member - Jean Hillyer (Incumbent)
1-Year Term:
- Council Member - Mark Dieterich (Incumbent)
- Council Member - Khourschid Favero Dr. "K" (Incumbent)
The Denton County Burn Ban Is No Longer in Effect
Due to recent rainfall, Denton County Commissioners lifted the county's burn ban Friday.
Despite the removal of the ban, Friday is not considered a "good burn day" by the county due to excessive wind speed.
The disposal of vegetation by open burning is allowed in unincorporated Denton County and some cities, but only on "good burn days."
The determination of whether each day is a "good burn day" or "bad burn day" is made each morning between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Cross Timbers Water Regarding Stage 2 Water Restrictions
CTWS is in Stage 2-Yellow.
STAGE 2: YELLOW ODD/EVEN DAYS
- Odd/Even Outside Watering by Last Digit of Address
- Odd-numbered last digits of the address will water on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- Even numbered last digits of the address will water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
- Permitted Activities
- Trees, gardens, and shrubs can be watered daily if a hand-held hose, drip irrigation, or soaker hose is used.
- Filling of new pools must be scheduled, and three (3) days’ written notice must be given to Cross Timbers Water Supply Corporation’s office date. A time will be determined and assigned.
- Lawns that have just been seeded, sodded, or mulched can be mechanically watered daily for a maximum of two (2) weeks after application
- Avoid watering during the following hours 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
https://www.crosstimberswater.com
Save these 2024 dates for the 50th Birthday celebration of Double Oak!
- May 4, 2024, Auto Show and Movie Night
- May 18, 2024, 50th Birthday celebration with historical museum displays, birthday cake, food trucks, band, dancing, photo booths, contests, a ceremony to honor prior town officials, and many more fun events!
Do you have photos or memorabilia from the past 50 years that you can share with our 50th birthday committee? We plan to create a mini museum to display the progress of Double Oak over the past 50 years, so please contact us to arrange to collect or scan your documents/photos, etc.
Learn more about these details via the link on the town website Town's 50th Birthday Committee | Double Oak, TX (texas.gov)
We wish everyone a safe and wonderful weekend.
Double Oak Town Administration