Double Oak - Friday Updates (02/16/2024)
Elections that Impact Double Oak Citizens
The primary election on March 5th will be very important. It has national, state, and local implications.
The process that once was simple has become complex with the influence of social media and flyers, mailers, signs, and push cards. Citizens/voters become “numb” to who is running, what platforms the candidates support, and most importantly, what they see and read, and it is real. It makes it difficult for voters to choose the candidate that best supports their views.
What can also be confusing is the number of elections and the dates on which to vote. Between now and the end of 2024, Double Oak Citizen voters will take part in the following elections:
- March 5th – Primary Election (state and local)
- May 4th – General Election - (referenced in this update to elect or re-elect town council persons)
- November 5th – National Election Day
Many voters are in tune with their own politics, and that should always be respected regardless of which side of those views one is on. Some are not, and it can be a confusing process to navigate.
In this primary election, two local candidates are running for precinct chair #4206, which compasses the Town of Double Oak. They both happen to be Double Oak Town Council persons.
- Mayor Pro Tem Mike Gwartney
- Council Person Jean Hillyer
The duties of the precinct chair do not conflict with the duties of the town council, so in many towns and municipalities, it is common to find elected officials and precinct chairs of their respective parties doing both.
Some of the duties of a Precinct Chair are below; this is just a small list.
- Organizing their precinct and getting to know the people in the precinct.
- Mobilizing voters and getting them to the polls
- Bridging the gap between voters and elected officials
- Plugging volunteers into county-wide efforts and local campaigns
- Supporting candidates/officeholders on their precinct’s ballot.
- Encouraging primary voters to attend County Conventions
Jill Glover, a long-time resident of Double Oak, represented #4206 for the republican party. Jill passed away in January and will be missed. Jill was an amazing precinct chair, and her determination, organization, and hard work were the driving force behind ensuring the citizens of Double Oak had the best elections possible.
To assist the voters of Double Oak in determining who best would represent the Double Oak citizens for #4206, we have attached a link to our Town of Double Oak YouTube channel so you can view or review our Town Council meetings and see how our current council members running for precinct chair perform their currently elected duties. This may be a benefit to some and to others not.
Click on the Double Oak YouTube channel link, and all the town council meetings will be posted. Click on a particular meeting to see them both in action.
This post is for informational purposes only and does not imply any support for either candidate running for #4206 precinct chair.
Primary Election – March 5th, 2024 – Please Mark Your Calendars-UPDATED
Primary Election – March 5th, 2024
On Tuesday, March 5th, 2024, primary elections will come to Denton County and the Town of Double Oak. Early voting starts Wednesday, February 20th, and ends Friday, March 1st.
Who or What are we voting on?
Voting is by and for each party, Republican and Democratic. If you are a Republican, then you can vote for Republicans. If you are a Democrat, then you can vote for Democrats.
Republicans will vote on the President, US Senator, US Representatives, Railroad Commissioner, Justices, Judges, State Board of Education, State Senators, State Representatives, County Commissioners, Constables, County Chair, Precinct Chair, and 13 Propositions.
Republicans in Double Oak have two residents running for Precinct Chair. Councilperson Mayor Pro Tem Mike Gwartney and Councilperson Jean Hillyer (Pick One). Precinct Chairs are area leaders for the Republican Party, working to elect Republican candidates to office, organizing your precinct, and helping with elections.
Democrats will vote on the President, US Senator, US Representatives, Railroad Commissioner, Justices, Judges, State Board of Education, State Senators, State Representatives, County Commissioners, Constables, County Chair, no Precinct Chair or Propositions.
Early Voting
- February 20 - 23, Tuesday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- February 24, Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- February 25, Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- February 26 March 1, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Early voting closest location
Senior Center
2701 W. Windsor Dr. Ballroom C
Flower Mound 75028
Election Day Voting
March 5, Tuesday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
March 5th location voting at Double Oak Town Hall
Double Oak Town Hall - Community Room
320 Waketon Rd.
Double Oak 75077
The following are links to the Denton County Elections website.
Current and Upcoming Election Information - Denton County, TX Elections (votedenton.gov)
PM24-Rep_Verity_Active_Contest.pdf (votedenton.gov)
To see a sample ballot that Double Oak Citizens will receive when they go to vote, please visit Denton County's Voter Lookup Page.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, General Election for the Town of Double Oak
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 contact 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)
Jellybean Food for Kids
Look for us at the Double Oak Town Hall parking lot at the corner of Waketon Rd. and Cross.
Timbers Drive next Wednesday, February 21st, from 9-11 am at the Double Oak town hall!
What is a “Snack Bag”? Snack Bags are actual bags (lunch bag, grocery bag, Ziploc bag) filled with the following:
A drink (water bottle, juice box, protein drink)
- A fruit (an apple, an orange, fruit cups, or applesauce with a spoon)
- A protein (cheese crackers, single serving peanut butter, protein bar, meat stick, mac cheese cups)
- A snack (goldfish, pretzels, granola bar, gummies, crackers)
- A sweet treat (candy, cookies)
- Optional- A small handwritten note and coloring sheet & crayons
These are usually distributed immediately at places like PediPlace when children come in for an appointment.
50th Birthday Update
Plans continue to take shape for the Town's 50th Birthday Party on May 18, 2024.
Vendor Spaces Available
If you are a small business owner, artist, or crafter who would like to showcase and sell your wares during the birthday celebration, you can rent a 10’ x 10’ booth space to promote your products. We will provide the space you need to provide your canopy, tables, chairs, and whatever you need for your display.
- Rental fee: $ 50
- Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
- To learn more or to get a rental space agreement, contact Bonnie Morrow (bonnie4asl@outlook.com)
Volunteer Opportunities
On the day of the celebration, we will need volunteers to help man carnival games, give residents tickets, set up, clean up, and sell t-shirts and hats. This is just a heads-up so people can mark their calendars to volunteer. We will have sign-up capabilities in March, showing jobs and time slots available. If you volunteer for a three-hour time slot, you will receive a 50th Birthday volunteer t-shirt as a thank-you for your service. So – watch for the sign-up on the town website in March and an announcement in future Friday Blast Newsletters.
Double Oak Police Speed Tracker Trailer Statistics
Reminders:
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