Double Oak - Friday/Monday Updates (10/23/2023)
Double Oak Women’s Club Upcoming Events
Double Oak Women's Club Annual Auction
Please mark your calendars for November 4th for the DOWC’s annual auction supporting our community charities and our excellent fire department. This event is fun, with lots of food, beverages, and bidding wars. Please Join us.
If you have items to donate for auctioning, we will be accepting items at Town Hall on Friday, Nov. 3.
Weeds-Weeds Everywhere
Double Oak has an ordinance regarding the upkeep of residences and lawns.
With the limited rain this summer and the small amounts we have received, the only plants benefiting are the weeds. Many tall, skinny weeds called Tall Fescue Weed are beginning to take over some yards.
Please take some time and use your mowers to make those weeds disappear.
Thank you.
Jellybeans Food for Kids – Update
Thank you, citizens of Double Oak, for donating 134 snack bags and 12 cases of non-perishables! The vehicle was overflowing, and we wanted to feature this unique Halloween snack bag that one Double Oak family prepared for the kids at PediPlace on behalf of our Jellybean Food for Kids donation drive.
Let’s continue our “Thanksgiving” with even more donations on Nov 1st from 9-11 a.m. at the town hall. With monetary donations, Aldi or Amazon gift cards will be purchased to help many families during the upcoming holiday season.
Thanks again, Double Oak, for supporting this Great Program run by residents who volunteer.
Double Oak Thirteenth Annual Turkey Trot – Thursday, November 23rd
Join us for a great November race at the Double Oak Turkey Trot 5K and One Mile Fun Run. The Double Oak Turkey Trot 5K and One Mile Fun Run works hard to deliver you a memorable race experience.
Double Oak Turkey Trot 5K and One Mile Fun Run Race Description
Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23rd
- 7:00 AM: Packet pickup; walk-up registration will be $50, if not sold out
- 8:00 AM: Fun Run race start
- 8:30 AM: 5K start.
- 9:30 AM: Awards
Location:
Double Oak Town Hall
320 Waketon Road
Double Oak, TX 75077
Please click the link below to get to the registration page.
2023 Double Oak Turkey Trot 5K and One Mile Fun Run Registration Page (raceentry.com)
Town Council Meeting on Monday, November 6th
The Town Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 6th, at 7 p.m.
All citizens are invited to attend.
Double Oak Police Department's New Speed Tracker Trailer
No report this week due to software upgrades.
Double Oak Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony – December 4th at 6 pm
The Double Oak Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be on Monday, December 4th, at 6 p.m., followed by the town council meeting at 7 p.m. Please mark your calendars and join the town at this annual event.
November 7th, 2023, Election Information
We want to share the information with our Double Oak citizens regarding the upcoming November 7th Elections.
As a reminder, there are NO DOUBLE OAK ELECTIONS OR INITIATIVES ON THE NOVEMBER 7TH BALLOT.
Our next Double Oak local election will take place in May of 2024.
DENTON COUNTY EARLY VOTING
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AND JOINT/LOCAL ELECTIONS
The main Early Voting polling place is Denton County Elections Administration, located at 701 Kimberly Dr., Denton, TX 76208, room A111.
EARLY VOTING BY PERSONAL APPEARANCE DAYS AND HOURS
October 23 - 28 Monday – Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 29 Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
October 30 – November 3 Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Double Oak Citizens - Early Voting Location:
Highland Village Municipal Complex 1000 Highland Village Rd. Police Training Room Highland Village 75077
Double Oak Citizens - Election Day November 7th Location:
Precinct #4206 - Double Oak Town Hall 320 Waketon Rd. Richard Cook & Bill Wilkinson Community Double Oak 75077
Lewisville Independent School District Special Election
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition A
Ratifying the ad valorem tax rate of $1.1301 per $100 valuation in Lewisville Independent School District for the current year, a rate that will result in an increase of (-3.6) percent in maintenance and operations tax revenue for the district for the current year as compared to the preceding year, which is an additional ($-14,676,410).
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition B
The issuance of $960,577,000 of bonds by the Lewisville Independent School District for school facilities consisting of safety and security infrastructure and technology: campus and facility upgrades and renovations; replacement of the transportation center; and the purchase of school buses and vehicles and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition C
The issuance of $69,600,000 of bonds (with a maximum maturity of five years) by the Lewisville Independent School District for instructional technology and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition D
The issuance of $31,376,000 of bonds by the Lewisville Independent School District for athletics facilities consisting of locker rooms and field house; tennis courts; baseball/softball facilities; and concession areas and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition E
The issuance of $16,250,000 of bonds by the Lewisville Independent School District for improvements to the Eastside Aquatic Center and Westside Aquatic Center and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition F
The issuance of $19,999,000 of bonds by the Lewisville Independent School District for stadium improvements at Hebron High School, Flower Mound High School, The Colony High School, Marcus High School, and Lewisville High School, and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
Lewisville Independent School District Proposition G
The issuance of $131,818,000 of bonds by the Lewisville Independent School District for multi-purpose indoor athletics facilities at Hebron High School, Flower Mound High School, The Colony High School, Marcus High School and Lewisville High School and levying the tax in payment thereof. This is a property tax increase.
State Constitutional Ballot Items
This November, there will be a set of referendums on a statewide ballot, asking Texans to consider the following amendments to our state constitution. These are the result of various pieces of legislation that were passed during the 88th Legislature. Please review the ballot items and get informed!
Proposition 1, HJR 126 – Protecting Private Property Rights
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management.
Summary: This proposition, if passed, protects and empowers landowners from broad overregulation by preserving their right to engage in certain generally accepted agricultural practices on their own property. This includes farming, ranching, timber production and wildlife management.
Proposition 2, SJR 64 – Child-Care Facility Ad Valorem Taxes
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment authorizing a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of all or part of the appraised value of real property used to operate a child-care facility.
Summary: Prop 2, if passed, would authorize a local property tax exemption for all or part of the appraised value of properties that operate a childcare facility. Licensed childcare providers would see some relief from higher taxes regardless of ownership of the facility.
Proposition 3, HJR 132 – Wealth Tax Ban
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment prohibiting the imposition of an individual wealth or net worth tax, including a tax on the difference between the assets and liabilities of an individual or family.
Summary: Prop 3, if passed, takes a proactive step to ban the state from ever imposing a wealth tax on its citizens.
Proposition 4, HJR 2 88(2) – Property Tax Relief
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to establish a temporary limit on the maximum appraised value of real property other than a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes; to increase the amount of the exemption from ad valorem taxation by a school district applicable to residence homesteads from $40,000 to $100,000; to adjust the amount of the limitation on school district ad valorem taxes imposed on the residence homesteads of the elderly or disabled to reflect increases in certain exemption amounts; to except certain appropriations to pay for ad valorem tax relief from the constitutional limitation on the rate of growth of appropriations; and to authorize the legislature to provide for a four-year term of office for a member of the board of directors of certain appraisal districts.
Summary: Texans continue to be taxed out of their homes and we can’t continue to fund the future needs of our state on the back of the property tax, which is unsustainable. Prop 4, if passed, would offer homeowners much needed property tax relief by increasing the amount of the general school district residence homestead exemption from $40,000 to $100,000. Additionally, this constitutional amendment would allow the legislature to impose limitations on annual appraisal value increases for non-homestead property taxes and would create a newly elected positions on local appraisal boards.
Proposition 5, HJR 3 – Texas University Fund
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment relating to the Texas University Fund, which provides funding to certain institutions of higher education to achieve national prominence as major research universities and drive the state economy.
Summary: Redesignates the national university fund as the Texas University Fund and changes the eligibility requirements for access to this fund to a merit-based approach. Doing so will allow more Texas universities the opportunity to grow and enhance their research performance to achieve national recognition and drive our states economy forward.
Proposition 6, SJR 75 – Texas Water Fund
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment creating the Texas water fund to assist in financing water projects in this state.
Summary: With hundreds of people moving to Texas every day, the need to revamp our infrastructure comes as no surprise. Texas’ water infrastructure continues to experience aging and failing pipes and the need to build out new water supply is clear. Prop 6, if passed, would create the Texas Water Fund to continue investment in water and assist in financing water projects in this state.
Proposition 7, SJR 93 – Texas Energy Fund
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the Texas energy fund to support the construction, maintenance, modernization, and operation of electric generating facilities.
Summary: Winter Storm Uri's impact on Texas exposed electricity market failures, particularly in reliability. Senate Bill 2627, passed this session with overwhelming support, tackles reliability issues by introducing a completion bonus and low-interest loan program for new dispatchable generation, alongside loans for enhancing existing generators. Prop 7, if approved, establishes the Texas Energy Fund to
maintain and upgrade generation resources, guaranteeing dispatchable generation reliability, and ensures funds from SB 2627 are dedicated to a specific account.
Proposition 8, HJR 125 – Broadband Infrastructure Fund
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment creating the broadband infrastructure fund to expand high-speed broadband access and assist in the financing of connectivity projects.
Summary: According to recent studies, almost 2.8 million Texas households, or roughly 7 million Texans, lack broadband internet access. Having access to broadband internet is crucial and Prop 8, if passed, would create the broadband infrastructure fund to assist in the financing of broadband and telecommunications projects in the State of Texas.
Proposition 9, HJR 2 – Cost of Living Adjustment for Retired Teachers
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment authorizing the 88th Legislature to provide a cost-of-living adjustment to certain annuitants of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Summary: This proposition, if passed, would provide a one-time cost-of-living adjustment to individuals receiving monthly death or retirement annuity benefits under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.
Proposition 10, SJR 87 – Biomedical Devices Ad Valorem Tax Exemption
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment to authorize the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation equipment or inventory held by a manufacturer of medical or biomedical products to protect the Texas healthcare network and strengthen our medical supply chain.
Summary: Prop 10, if passed, will exempt from ad valorem taxation tangible personal property used or produced by medical or biomedical manufacturers to strengthen the medical supply chain in Texas. This would allow Texas to be less dependent on foreign countries to meet our need for medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and PPE.
Proposition 11, SJR 32 – Conservation and Reclamation Districts in El Paso County
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to permit conservation and reclamation districts in El Paso County to issue bonds supported by ad valorem taxes to fund the development and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities.
Summary: Twenty years ago, a constitutional amendment enabled bond issuance by select counties’ conservation and reclamation districts for park development. Prop 11 seeks to extend this provision to El Paso County, granting its conservation and reclamation district the ability to issue bonds for regional facility development.
Proposition 12, HJR 134 – Abolishment of the Galveston County Treasurer's Office
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment providing for the abolition of the office of county treasurer in Galveston County.
Summary: Prop 12, if passed, would abolish the office and designate the duties of the treasurer to another county officer, a request supported by Galveston County voters.
Proposition 13, HJR 107 – Mandatory Retirement Age for State Justices and Judges
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment to increase the mandatory age of retirement for state justices and judges.
Summary: Currently, judges and justices in the State of Texas are statutorily required to retire at the age of 75. Prop 13, if passed, would raise the mandatory retirement age from 75 to 79.
Proposition 14, SJR 74 – Centennial Parks Conservation Fund
The Ballot Will Read: The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the centennial parks conservation fund to be used for the creation and improvement of state parks.
Summary: Currently, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department leases land from private corporations to create some state parks. The private corporation can sell the land, resulting in the closure of the park. Prop 14, if passed, establishes the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund to secure funding for enhancing, acquiring, and developing state parks.
Thanks to Kronda Thimesch and Denton County Elections for providing this important information for our Double Oak voters. Many state and local websites can provide additional information if needed.
Please exercise one of our best Freedoms as US Citizens and get out to Vote!!!
We hope you found this information informative.
Reminders:
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
DENTON COUNTY ISSUES BURN BAN – REMINDER FROM DOVFD
As the excessive heat continues through the weekend and into next week, the DOVFD just wanted to remind everyone to please stay safe; along with the heat comes Ozone pollution and unhealthy air, more reasons to take it easy indoors.
Also, we would like to remind residents that we are in a burn ban for all of Denton County; there is an increasing threat of rapid ignition and spread of wildfires throughout the region due to persistent hot and dry conditions.
Stay safe, and don’t hesitate to call 911 if you need help; the DOVFD is here for you.
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 week.
Double Oak Town Administration