Friday Communication from Town Hall (04/21/2023)

Hello Double Oak Neighbors,

Town of Double Oak General Election for Mayor & Town Council

It is time to vote for Double Oak’s next Mayor and Town Council. Early voting begins at 8am on Monday, April 24th.

Double Oak Town Hall is an early voting site. You can vote at any voting location in the county during early voting.

On Election Day, Saturday, May 6, Double Oak voters will vote at Double Oak Town Hall. 

You can see a list of voting locations, dates and times at https://www.votedenton.gov/election-day-information/current-and-upcoming-election-information/

Congratulations to the Marcus High School Lady Marauders Soccer Team

The Town of Double Oak congratulates the Edward S. Marcus High School Lady Marauders on winning the 2023 Texas UIL 6A Girls Soccer State Championship.

Town of Double Oak Files Approved Local Homestead Property Tax Exemption Ordinance with Denton Central Appraisal District (DCAD)

On April 3, 2023, the Double Oak Town Council unanimously approved a new local Double Oak Homestead Property Tax Exemption of 1%; $5,000 minimum. The approved town ordinance has been filed this week with the Denton Central Appraisal District.

Speaking of the Denton Central Appraisal District

Homeowners in Double Oak and across Denton County are receiving their 2023 Notice of Appraised Value. Appraisals continue to skyrocket. Make sure, as a homeowner, you are receiving all the property tax exemptions you are eligible for. There is a Description of Exemptions information sheet in the appraisal notice envelope. Pay very close attention to the information in the notice about how to protest the appraisal and the Deadline for filing a protest.

State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) 2nd Annual Report

The second annual report is being prepared and is due to the United States Treasury by April 30, 2023. This financial annual report will include the Premium Pay and related distribution that was given to town employees which totals more than $250,000.00. The reports will be available for viewing once completed.

The town provides fiscal year revenue/expense data and balance sheet reports in meeting agendas so residents can stay informed. There is $373,762.27 of SLFRF funds remaining in the town’s account as of April 21, 2023.

Thanks from Code Enforcement 

Thank you to property owners for mowing, removing dead trees, repairing damaged fences and removing debris from your property. Code Enforcement will continue to follow-up with those who have received notices but not yet responded. If you have a code enforcement complaint, please contact the Code Enforcement Officer at town hall.

Have a great weekend,
Town of Double Oak