Crime gets worse; Dallas city council members do nothing.
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Blacks & Hispanics suffer most when crime is high.

Naughty or Nice? Dallas Leadership’s Holiday Report Card

As Dallas wraps up another year, it’s time to unveil the ultimate holiday tradition: the Naughty or Nice List for city leadership! Who’s decking the halls with action and who’s leaving coal-filled stockings?

Mayor Eric Johnson shines bright on the Nice List, tackling crime, being open to HERO propositions, and showing bullies the door. If leadership were a holiday card, Johnson’s would say, “Public safety, accountability, and action—wrapped up with a bow.” Santa, we think you’ve got some competition!

Unfortunately, Interim City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert is knee-deep in coal. From $60,000 taxpayer-funded trips to Japan to potholes that could swallow a sleigh, her leadership feels like a rerun of the city’s past missteps. Recognizing problems is nice, but solving them? That seems to be where the magic is truly missing.

Council Members Carolyn King Arnold (D4) and Cara Mendelsohn (D12) deserve a standing ovation. Arnold’s partnership with DPD and Mendelsohn’s crime-fighting prowess make them the city’s brightest stars. If Dallas had more like them, we’d be singing a carol of progress.

Now for the coal club—brace yourselves. Chad West (D1), Jesse Moreno (D2), Zarin Gracey (D3), Jaime Resendez (D5), Omar Narvaez (D6), Adam Bazaldua (D7), Tennell Atkins (D8), Paula Blackmon (D9), Kathy Stewart (D10), Jaynie Schultz (D11), Gay Donnell Willis (D13), and Paul Ridley (D14)—you’re officially on the list. From record-high crime to ignoring voter-approved HERO propositions, these leaders are leaving residents scratching their heads in frustration. Prioritize public safety? Maybe that’s their New Year’s resolution.

Dallas, we deserve better—clean streets, safer neighborhoods, accountability, and leaders who actually lead. It’s time to turn coal into energy and action. Reach out to your council member and tell them we need results, not excuses. Let’s make 2025 the year we all get on the Nice List together.

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Tracking Illegal Camps:

District 2, Councilman Jesse Moreno

"The Cedars: Tent City Takeover"

Under Ferris Street bridge, public spaces have been overtaken by sprawling tent encampments and unchecked vagrancy. Trash piles, bicycles, and makeshift furniture symbolize the glaring absence of enforcement. Residents and businesses are left wondering: when will The Cedars reclaim its streets? Council Member Jesse Moreno, when will District 2 reclaim its public spaces and finally prioritize clean, safe streets for all?

District 6, Councilman Omar Narvaez

"Encampment in the Shadows"

In Arlington Park, a hidden encampment disrupts cherished green spaces and leaves residents disheartened. What should be a neighborhood gem is now littered with debris and neglected. It’s time for action to restore this green space to the community. Council Member Omar Narvaez, when will District 6 residents finally see real enforcement and the return of their public parks?

District 14, Councilman Paul Ridley

"Highland Park Panhandler’s Cash-in"

Near Highland Park’s affluent neighborhoods, panhandlers have turned Ridgewood Park into a prime cash zone. Positioned at busy intersections, they create safety concerns while exploiting public spaces. District 14 residents deserve better—let’s demand action. Contact Council Member Paul Ridley and urge action to prioritize safety and prevent public spaces from being exploited.

To Report an Encampment: Dial 3-1-1 or Call (214) 670-3111 and Click on your

District Councilman to Email them with the Date and Camp Location.

Chad West, Council District 1

Jesse Moreno, Council District 2

Zarin D. Gracey, Council District 3

Carolyn King Arnold, Council District 4

Jaime Resendez, District 5

Omar Narvaez, District 6

Adam Bazaldua, District 7

Tennell Atkins, District 8

Paula Blackmon, District 9

Kathy Stewart, District 10

Jaynie Schultz, District 11

Cara Mendelsohn, District 12

Gay Donnell Willis, District 13

Paul E. Ridley, District 14

Mission Statement:

Keep Dallas Safe exists to address crime and homelessness in Dallas with the goal of transforming Dallas into the safest large city in Texas for residents and businesses. We aim to have a City Council that prioritizes crime rate which directly determines the quality of life in Dallas. We do this by fighting against the "defund the police" movement, holding accountable our city leaders' efforts towards lowering district crime rates, and highlighting our city's homelessness problems by pushing for enforcement of the prohibition of urban camping.