When community members ask me about the "best" volunteer public service opportunities in Dallas, I often suggest that they serve on a board or commission. The City of Dallas has over 30 boards, committees, and commissions that have a diverse set of missions and serve various purposes. All of the boards, committees, and commissions are comprised of local, unpaid volunteers. Dallas County and the Dallas Independent School District also have several boards, committees and commissions.

In this week's post, I'm sharing information related to apps and websites that help you: (1) report and monitor conditions in your neighborhood and (2) find resources for yourself or your neighbors. Dallas 311 App The Dallas 311 app is a tool that all neighborhood leaders should download and use regularly. There are three primary reasons to use the app:

Welcome to the Neighborhood Civics blog. This blog is founded on the belief that neighborhoods are where ideas take shape. This blog seeks to provide neighborhood leaders with the tools and resources they need to tackle the common issues that impact the daily lives of residents. You can read more about the motivation for this blog on the About…