Your neighbors are really calling 311 about what
Look—Dallas on the wire, big hat, bigger story. You know how sometimes you call 311 for a pothole or to complain about that one neighbor's yard? Well, the latest numbers from the city's 311 service requests are in, and it paints a pretty clear picture of what's on y'all's minds.
### What's Bugging Y'all
The biggest thing that’s got Dallasites picking up the phone? "Code Concern - CCS." We're talking 30,224 requests. That’s not just a lot, *eso es un montón de quejas*. It could be anything from overgrown weeds to illegal dumping, but it shows people are watching their blocks. Remember that push a few years back to clean up Pleasant Grove? These numbers suggest the daily grind of keeping things tidy is still a major focus for folks.
Another thing catching my eye is "Single Family Rental Needs Registration - CCS" with 1,331 requests. With so many folks renting out their homes, especially in places like Oak Cliff, the city's trying to get a handle on who owns what and if properties are up to snuff. It’s a big deal for neighborhoods trying to maintain their character.
It really puts a spotlight on the nitty-gritty of city living here. When you're driving over the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge and seeing all the new development, it's easy to forget these day-to-day things are still what people are dealing with. What this tells me is that the daily maintenance of our neighborhoods—the code enforcement, the rental oversight—is where the rubber meets the road for a lot of Dallas residents. Keep an eye on how these numbers shift, because it's a direct line to what matters on your street.
Dallas on the wire—big hat, bigger story.
My compadres on the morning show are always breaking down what these numbers mean for your wallet and your neighborhood—check 'em out live at mornings.live.