Double Oak - Friday Updates (12/15/2023)
Town Council Meeting on Monday, December 18th, at 7 pm.
On Monday, December 18th, at 7 p.m., the town council meeting will occur at the Double Oak Town Hall. This will be the last town council meeting of 2023. I encourage all citizens to attend.
Double Oak Town Hall Holiday Hours & Closures
The Town of Double Oak and the Administration will follow the designated Holiday Schedule from the town's personnel handbook. The following will be the days of closure over the holidays.
- Closed on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 (Observance of Christmas Eve)
- Holiday falls on Sunday, December 24th, 2023, and Town Hall would be closed due to the weekend.
- Closed on Monday December 25th, 2023 (Christmas Day)
- Closed on Friday, December 29th, 2023 (Observance of New Year's Eve)
- Holiday falls on Sunday, December 31st, 2023, and Town Hall would be closed due to the weekend.
- Closed on Monday, January 1st, 2024 (New Years Day)
All other days between now and the end of the holidays will be normal business hours at Double Oak Town Hall.
Double Oak Holiday Festivities - SUCCESS
It has been a busy couple of weeks in Double Oak with Holiday Traditions and Festivals. On Monday, December 4th, the town hosted its annual tree lighting at the park. Many families were on hand for the event that came off without a “hitch.”. Our new Double Oak Volunteer Fire Chief, Erik Eichinger, lit the tree.
The town staff, led by Eileen and Lynn, treated all who joined with cookies and hot chocolate. Randall and Chief Rivas did an outstanding job of getting our lights up.
Councilperson Mark Dietrich, with now Mayor Pro Tem Mike Gwartney’s assistance, provided our updated sound system for the pavilion.
And, of course, the main attraction was Santa Claus, who rode on the Double Oak Volunteer Fire Engine and met with everyone, young and old. All had a great time.
The Double Oak Women's Club hosted their Children's Event on Saturday at the town hall. Although the mayor was out of town, I understand the event was a huge success, and everyone enjoyed it.
The main attraction of the Holiday Season in Double Oak is the Annual visit by Santo to every street in Double Oak, which took place last Sunday. The weather was outstanding, and the sound of the sirens across the town told everyone that Santa was visiting his favorite town in Texas.
Much appreciation to all who volunteered and those who joined these annual festivities. We look forward to doing it all again in 2024.
Denton County 2024 Board of Directors Elected Central Appraisal District (CAD)
Don Spencer, Chief Appraiser of Denton County, shared the voting results to seat the 2024 CAD Board with the taxing entities.
At the last Double Oak Town Council meeting, the council cast two votes for Alex Buck. Good news: Alex was appointed to the board and will do an excellent job for the citizens of Denton County.
He is joined on the board by Roy Atwood, Charles Stafford, David Terre, and Ann Pomykal.
Double Oak Police Department's New Speed Tracker Trailer: (1st) Report
Week of Wednesday, 12/7 thru 12/14/2023
Location: 240 Valley View Trail, Double Oak, TX. The posted speed on Valley View Trail is 30 mph.
# of Days: (7)
Total Vehicle Count: 2,451
Traffic Direction:
Away moving away from the trailer: 1,246 vehicles, 166 or 13.32%, were over the posted speed limit, with the average violation speed being 32.99 mph. The average speed was 24.59 mph, with a maximum speed detected of 45 mph.
Closing moving towards the trailer: 1,205 vehicles, 121 or 10.04%, were over the posted speed limit, with the average violation speed being 32.08 mph. The average speed was 24.91 mph, with a maximum speed of 37 mph.
Double Oak Police Department's New Speed Tracker Trailer: (2nd) Report
Week of Wednesday, 11/28 thru 12/05/2023
Location: 100 Tanglewood, Double Oak, TX. The posted speed on Tanglewood is 30 mph.
# of Days: (7)
Total Vehicle Count: 8,475
Traffic Direction:
Away moving away from the trailer: 5,309 vehicles, 1,461 or 27.52%, were over the posted speed limit, with the average violation speed being 35.59 mph. The average speed was 24.95 mph, with a maximum speed detected of 76 mph.
Closing moving towards the trailer: 3,166 vehicles, 578 or 18.26%, were over the posted speed limit, with the average violation speed being 32.35 mph. The average speed was 24.48 mph, with a maximum speed of 42 mph.
As many of you know, the police department has worked in many of our traffic complaint areas. We want to remind our citizens the speed limit is 30 mph town-wide in Double Oak and 20 mph in the school zones. Please ensure you are not distracted while driving for your safety and the safety of others.
Also, we would like to reiterate that with the night sky showing itself earlier these days, please wear reflective gear while walking. We want you to be seen by the drivers as they approach.
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