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Dec. 9, 2021: Census Data Affirms and Invigorates City of Irving Diversity and Inclusion Efforts
The City of Irving is leveraging 2020 Census data to strengthen diversity and inclusion efforts within the organization and throughout the city. Census results show Irving has seen a significant increase in the Hispanic community, as well as notable growth in the Asian and African American populations. This information reaffirmed what City leaders already knew – Irving is a growing convergence of races, languages, and peoples.
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Oct. 21, 2021: Eerie Irving Park Returns As Halloween Walk-Through Experience
City of Irving ghouls, ghosts and not-so-scary monsters are back this year to thrill, shock and entertain visitors at Eerie Irving Park, a Walk-Thru Experience. The fun begins Saturday, Oct. 30 from 5 to 10 p.m., at Trinity View Park, 2221 E. State Highway 356. The event is free and open to the public, but capacity is limited.
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Sept. 23, 2021: First 2021 West Nile Virus Death Reported in Irving
Dallas County Health and Human Services notified the City of Irving on Sept. 23 that an 83-year-old Irving resident died due to complications from West Nile Virus (WNV). The man, who had underlying health conditions, began experiencing symptoms on Aug. 29, was subsequently hospitalized on Aug.31 and died on Sept. 3. Irving Code Enforcement will conduct ground spraying on Sept. 23 in a targeted area as a measure to prevent further potential human infections in the vicinity.
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Aug. 20, 2021: Shop Talk Community Program Spurs Neighborhood Beautification
The Irving Police Department’s nationally-recognized Shop Talk program is generating more than honest conversations among its residents and businesses. Through generous donations by Irving’s business community, the program’s first participating barber shop location is receiving a much-needed renovation and improvements to its surrounding neighborhood.
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Aug. 5, 2021: Innovative Tech Solution ‘Sparks’ Alternate Ways to Celebrate
Thousands of patriots enjoyed Irving’s Independence Day Celebration and fireworks show from the comfort of their electronic devices this year thanks to cutting-edge technology and a solid partnership between the city and Verizon Public Sector. For those celebrating at home or from an alternate viewing location, livestream options were made available in addition to the in-person event celebration at Levy Event Plaza July 4. The technology deployed for the city’s July 4 event is the first successful implementation of on-site broadband connectivity for public livestreams.
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July 14, 2021: City of Irving Recognized as One of the Best American Cities Using Data to Improve
City of Irving Recognized as One of the Best American Cities Using Data to Improve Residents’ Lives: The City of Irving is one of three cities in Texas that has been awarded the 2021 What Works Cities Certification, which is the national standard of excellence in data-driven city governance. What Works Cities Certification evaluates how well cities are managed by measuring the extent to which city leaders incorporate data and evidence in their decision-making.
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March 10, 2021: Grand Prairie, Irving Joint COVID-19 Vaccination Site Reopens March 10
The joint Grand Prairie/Irving COVID-19 vaccination facility at The Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (Belt Line Road just north of Interstate 30 next to Lone Star Park), will reopen March 10 to administer 2,000 first dose Moderna vaccines and 1,000 second dose Moderna vaccines allocated from Dallas County.
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Jan. 14, 2021: City of Irving Recognized by EPA for Renewable Energy Efforts
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognized the City of Irving at the Jan. 14 City Council Work Session meeting for the city’s commitment to doubling the use of renewable energy to 100% by 2023. This announcement elevated Irving’s designation in the EPA’s Green Power Partnership to the organizational level.
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