Double Oak - Friday Updates (5/26/2023)
Message from Mayor Johnson
As I navigated the town during the recent election, I was asked quite a few times if we would continue the weekly announcements from the town hall. My answer was always and still is YES. But we can expand upon these highly sought-after announcements and will continue to improve them moving forward.
We have invited the DOPD, DOVFD, DOWC, Town Council, and Town Administration to contribute to these weekly announcements. All these entities are what make Double Oak the Greatest Place to Live.
There may be weeks that we don’t have an update from one or another, but we will do our best to include all in these weekly announcements.
Stay tuned as we will look to improve every week.
Thanks to all the contributors in advance for their future announcements.
Sincerely,
Patrick Johnson
Mayor of Double Oak
“What Memorial Day Means to Americans”
The following was taken from an article written by U.S. Mission Italy on May 30th, 2022
“Memorial Day honors America’s military men and women who lost their lives in service to their country.
The holiday is observed on the last Monday of May, a time of year when the weather is turning warmer, and schools and universities are adjourning for summer break. To Americans, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Many people attend parades, go to the beach or have cook-outs with friends and family.
But at its heart, Memorial Day is a day when Americans reflect on the sacrifice of those who have given their lives in military service”.
Please have a safe and memorable Holiday Weekend with your friends and family.
Open Town Council Seat to Be Filled at The June 5th Town Council Meeting
The new Town Council will be filling the vacant town council seat at the June 5th council meeting. Nominations were due to the town hall by noon today. We look forward to the nominations and vote during the meeting and welcome our newest Council member whomever that may be.
Double Oak Town Hall to Honor Former Mayor Dick Cook and his Wife Georgette Cook
You are cordially invited to attend a Double Oak Town Hall reception honoring Dick & Georgette Cook on June 17, 2023, from 3-5 pm at the Double Oak Town Hall.
Dick wore many hats through the years, planning & zoning, town council, town treasurer, and was Mayor of Double Oak and a mentor to many.
Georgette was a realtor for Abby Halliday, was on the planning and zoning committee for more than 20 years, was a member of the Double Oak Women’s Club and a Double Oak Bunco group member for more than 20 years.
Dick & Georgettes’ daughter Ildi Cook Hattorf, granddaughter Ashlynne Elizabeth Alber and son Blaine William Alber will join us to honor their parent and grandparents.
Save these 2024 dates for the 50th Birthday celebration of Double Oak!
- May 4, 2024, evening – Auto Show and Movie Night
- May 18, 2024, afternoon/evening – 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!
The contest date to enter the Double Oak 50th Birthday logo design competition has been extended!
Residents of all ages are encouraged to submit logo designs before June 22, 2023, with a chance to vote on the final plan at the 2023 July 4th picnic.
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 get in touch with us to make arrangements to collect or scan your document/photos, etc.
Learn more about these details via the link on the town website Town's 50th Birthday Committee | Double Oak, TX (texas.gov)
Double Oak Volunteer Fire Department Updates
As with most things in life, change is unavoidable, and I wish to communicate some changes in the DOVFD leadership. Unfortunately for us, Captain David Lance, due to personal reasons, will be leaving Double Oak for Minnesota. Captain Lance will be taking his 32 years of firefighting experience, his heart for mentoring young adults into passionate firefighters, and his dedication to the FD and the town of Double Oak. This loss saddens us, but we wish Captain Lance luck and pray with him.
Stepping up to fill his large shoes is Lt. Erik Eichinger, who has been promoted to Captain. With three years of experience, Captain Eichinger has a proven track record and has shown the leadership expected in an outstanding organization such as our own FD. Additionally, Firefighter Craig Apfel has been promoted to Lieutenant with his two years of experience. Erik and Craig have shown an aptitude for leadership, a constant drive to improve the operations and personnel at the DOVFD, along a love for this town. Please help me congratulate Erik and Craig on their well-deserved promotions.
Fourth of July Celebration
Let’s not forget that the 4th of July celebration is approaching. More details to follow, but it will be on the day of the 4th this year, and we are starting to sell our raffle tickets for a $500 gift card to the Meat Market or Lowes (other accommodations can potentially be made if those two choices don’t excite you). Each ticket is $10; the more you buy, the better your chances. Also, we are taking silent auction donations, if you have items, services, etc., you would like to donate, please contact Assistant Chief Kathy Heimerdinger at chief552@dovfd.org.
Thank you from the DOVFD, and stay safe. And as usual, if interested in joining the FD, please stop by on Monday nights at 7 PM or fill out an application at www.dovfd.org.
Upper Trinity Regional Water District – Currently in Drought Stage 1
Please do your part to conserve!
Drought is a part of life in North Texas. Many residents may not realize we’re in a drought until they see low lake levels or when watering restrictions are implemented. In general, a “drought” is a period of below-average rainfall that, depending on severity and duration, can substantially reduce lake levels, which are the primary source of drinking water for North Texas. For example, Upper Trinity can implement Stage 1 of its Drought Contingency Plan once lake levels fall below 75% full. Since drought conditions can develop quickly, preparing and practicing water-saving habits is essential. Since outdoor watering accounts for an estimated 50 – 70% of water usage during the warmer months, reducing outdoor watering is the most effective way to save water. Find great tips on our Water Less Y’all page.
Reminders:
Memorial Day Flag Display in the J. B. Wright Park
Ashley Hart and her volunteers will again this year set up the Memorial Day Flag Display in the J. B. Wright Park adjacent to the town hall. Please let Ashley know if you would like a flag placed in honor and memory of someone. Contact Ashley at Ashley@hartrealtyteam.comDick Cook Memorial – June 17th Double Oak Town Hall
A ceremony will honor former Mayor Dick Cook on Saturday, June 17th, 2023; details are still being worked out, so please mark your calendars for this special event. The town will update the citizens with these details in the coming weeks.Town's 50th Anniversary Logo Contest
The town's 50th Anniversary is coming up in 2024, and as part of the celebration, the Anniversary Planning Committee is kicking off a logo design contest. The Double Oak 50th Anniversary logo design competition is meant to be a fun and community-minded activity open to all ages. We want to see the creativity of our citizens and how you would show what makes Double Oak a great place to live. To learn more about the Town’s 50th Anniversary, please visit the Town website. https://www.doubleoak.texas.gov/government/committees/pages/towns-50th-b....Double Oak Annual Fourth of July Parade and Celebration – Tuesday, July 4th at Double Oak Town Hall
We wish everyone a safe and wonderful weekend.
Double Oak Town Administration