Duncanville, TX City Council Special Called Meeting for August 10, 2026

The City of Duncanville held a special called meeting on August 10, 2026, primarily focused on budget discussions and a proposed $50 million general obligation bond for a new police facility. The council reviewed the fiscal year 2027 budget, including one-time projects such as fire station updates and street repairs, and discussed the impact of increased medical insurance costs and pension contributions on the budget. A key procurement-related item was the deliberation and vote on calling a special election for the bond issuance to fund the design and construction of a new public safety police facility. The bond would be issued in two phases, $30 million in 2027 and $20 million in 2028, with an estimated tax rate increase of approximately 6.22 cents. The council expressed concerns about ancillary costs, incomplete information on project needs, and the timing of the election, ultimately voting against placing the bond on the November ballot. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue exploring options and gathering more detailed information before proceeding.