Your neighbors are really calling 311 about a lot.
Look— Dallas on the wire, big hat, bigger story. We're talking 311 requests today, and y'all, the numbers are loud and clear about what's on folks' minds. The big one, by a Texas mile, is "Code Concern - CCS" with a whopping 31,268 requests. That's nearly 95% of all the listed issues right there. We're talking everything from overgrown lots blocking sidewalks in Pleasant Grove to folks maybe leaving out their trash cans too long in Oak Cliff. It means people are seeing things that just ain't right in their neighborhoods and they're using that 311 line.
Then there's "Single Family Rental Needs Registration - CCS" at 1,398 requests. That's a lot of folks looking for their landlords to play by the rules, making sure those rental properties are up to snuff. When you think about how many people are renting across the city, especially with how fast things are changing in places like Bishop Arts, it tells you a story. It’s about accountability.
These aren't just numbers on a spreadsheet; these are your neighbors, your friends, people like my *mami* down the street, trying to make sure our city stays livable. What's next? We'll be watching to see how the city addresses this tidal wave of code concerns. Will we see more inspectors on the streets, or perhaps new initiatives to help property owners comply? This is the pulse of our neighborhoods, right here.
Dallas on the wire — big hat, bigger story. The morning crew is diving into this tomorrow, don't miss it live at mornings.live.