Neighborhood Association for Greater Kessler Park
SHOUT OUT

Share the Load

Our 2019 KNU Operating Budget for the neighborhood size is bare bones, and the modest $50 dues request is a drop in the bucket! Share the load and contribute to the daily operations in YOUR neighborhood. You are an integral piece of the Kessler Park community, and we need ALL RESIDENTS to participate & pay their dues, not just the same good folks. To pay your dues, click here. A special thanks to those of you who step up over and over again in so many ways!

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT

Non-Profit Org
Kessler Neighbors United is a Texas non-profit organization serving the needs and interests of our many residents…

Volunteer
The heartbeat of our community is you! Follow your passion, join a committee or simply lend a hand when needed…

Directory
KNU’s on-line directory is accessible to verified residents only. It’s a handy resource in locating and reaching out to neighbors…

Membership Dues
Membership dues support the many programs & events, upkeep, improvements and quality of life in our neighborhood…

Contribute
There are many ways to contribute and build community. Sponsor an event, donate proceeds for a special project or need, or become a supporter or friend of KNU…

Conservation District
We are an established Conservation District that protects and preserves the architectural integrity, charm and character of our beloved neighborhood…

North Oak Cliff United Police Patrol
Nocupp is our crime watch and prevention arm, providing private police patrol to our area for as little as $1 a day…

Kessler Steps Brick Project Donors
These special individuals, families and businesses have contributed to the Kessler Steps brick project’s inception and ongoing expansion.

KNU Branded Goods
Be KNU proud with logoed wearables & other goods. NEW on-trend items now available in the Store...

Kessler Steps Brick Project
Step by step, brick by brick... be a part of the walkway leading up to the historic Kessler Steps. Purchase an inscribed brick and help fund beautification efforts...
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Neighborhood News

Jerry Beech Memorial Fountain and Other Beautification Updates
A Memorial Fountain dedicated to Jerry Beech was recently installed on the Kessler Steps grounds. See photo in Snapshots section. The addition of a memorial plaque will soon follow. We would like to thank the Beech family and participating neighbors for making this water feature possible. It will lend a tranquil permanence to the neighborhood landscape. This is the second memorial fountain to adorn Kessler Park. More...
Neighborhood News

For the Love of Pets…Foster, Volunteer or Find Out More About City Services
We love our four-footed pets here in Kessler, but not all furry friends have care, a home and affection! Fostering a pet or volunteering at the City’s Animal Services Center on Westmoreland is a great way to impact the lives of pets in waiting. Register for an upcoming volunteer orientation and learn about the ins and outs of Dallas Animal Services and its programs. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age to volunteer on their own. More...
Neighborhood News

Dogs Days of Summer Pet Precautions & Signs of Distress
Triple digits, folks! Animals are vulnerable to hot weather-related injuries and illnesses, including heat stroke, dehydration, sunburn, and foot pad burns. The most dangerous condition is heat stroke, which can cause organ failure, seizures, brain damage, hemorrhages, blindness, convulsions, and death. Know the signs, take the precautions, seek medical attention if needed, feel free to give your pooch a shorter hairdo (not a shave), provide shade (remember, the sun moves) and plenty of replenished cool water, and never leave your pet unattended in a car. More...
Neighborhood News

Dog Days of Summer Origins
Where exactly did this commonplace phase originate? Spanning from July 3rd to August 11th, these days once coincided with the year’s heliacal rising of the Dog Star, Sirius. Ancient folks thought that the combined heat generated by Sirius and the Sun caused midsummer’s sweltering weather. Sirius is the brightest star in the sky, except for the Sun. Under the right conditions, it can even be seen with the naked eye during the day. More...
Neighborhood News

Last Minute Summer Fun, Go Wild!
Oh yes, it’s happening. Summer is fading and back-to school prep is driving us crazy. But there is still plenty of daylight and lots of sunshine to embark on some summer fun for all ages at the zoo! Seriously, how long has it been since you went to a zoo!?! Let’s get on with it then. August 13th is Dollar Day, yeah! Take the DART Red Line straight to Dallas Zoo Station to avoid the traffic and parking. More...
KNU FRIENDS

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LIFESTYLE
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Water Wise Turf Tips
Pet Lover

A Dog-Gone Frozen Treat
MAPS & DIRECTIONS
KNU Dues Update

JAN-DEC 2019

Participating Households

  • 238 of 927 homes paid - 26%
  • 689 of 927 homes unpaid - 75%
NOCUPP Membership Update

MAY-OCT 2019 PATROL CYCLE

Participating Households

  • 173 of 927 homes paid - 18%
  • 754 of 927 homes unpaid - 82%
SNAPSHOTS

SNAPSHOTS

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Please send us a selfie or photo of your tee time, a night on the town or special event, a backyard BBQ gathering, a dinner party soiree, a cameo of you and your pet, volunteering for a passionate cause, or any fave snapshot that captures and celebrates KNU living!
EVENTS & HAPPENINGS

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Things To Do

Check out these links for things to do around town like concerts & gigs, parks & recreation, museum exhibits, foodie finds and area digs, family-friendly events, nature outings, and what’s going down at the library…

NEW NEIGHBORS

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New Neighbors?

We’d like to extend a welcoming hand to our new neighbors and drop off a care package at your door. Please let us know who you are by creating a Resident Account Profile. We look forward to meeting you!

CREATE A KNU ACCOUNT PROFILE

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DISCLAIMER

Please report any improper conduct or misuse of this site, or inappropriate content, language, or posts. Kessler Neighbors United (KNU) serves as the Neighborhood Association of Greater Kessler Park, https://www.kesslerneighborsunited.org/ is our official website. All site content is used solely for the purposes of communicating general information about our organization, and sharing topics and subject matter relevant to our members/residents.

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KNU SUPPORTER SPOTLIGHT

SUPPORTER

CALENDAR

august, 2019

19augAll DayDISD Back to SchoolSlow down, watch for kids…

19aug - 23aug 1912:01 amaug 23Bulk Trash PickupSet items on curb Aug 15-18

26augAll DayNational Dog DayLearn more at National Dog Day Foundation

26aug6:30 pmKNU Monthly MeetingKPUMC Fellowship Hall, All Welcome…

TAKE NOTE

TAKE NOTE

District 1 Council Member Chad West invites residents to attend a Budget Town Hall Meeting this month in Oak Cliff.

Make your voice heard and help shape YOUR future on August 15, 20, 22, 26 (virtual only) and 28. Click here for times and locations.

TAKE NOTE

Back to School Animal Adoption Event, Aug 1-16th

Give an animal a home for just $10 when you help a child with school supplies. Donate some of the approved supplies including backpacks, pencil pouches, 1inch binders, calculators, safety scissors, colored pencils 12 ct., rulers and markers 10 ct. A Dallas Animal Services event. Adoption hours: Mon-Fri 11am to 7pm, Sat 10am to 7pm and Sun 10am to 5pm. Location: 1818 N. Westmoreland

TAKE NOTE

DISD Back to School on Aug 19th

Rise and shine! All the information you need for online registration & enrollment, parent hotline, meet the teachers/open house, transportation, meals, supplies, school messenger alerts and the 2019-20 calendar, click here.

TAKE NOTE

Twice-Weekly Watering & Time of Day Restrictions in Effect

Click here to find out when and how to water in your zip code. FYI, Irrigation of landscaped areas with hose-end sprinklers or automatic irrigation systems is strictly prohibited between 10am and 6pm from April 1st – Oct 31st.

TAKE NOTE

Hot Town, Summer in the City

The Dog Days of Summer began on July 3rd and end on August 11th. Since we are still feeling the heat, click here for a throw-back tune by The Lovin’ Spoonful (1966).

TAKE NOTE

Special Thanks to Unidentified Island Decorator

Neighbor, whoever you are, the Beautification Committee would like to say thanks for your July 4th patriotic handiwork on the Evergreen island. See picture in Snapshots section.

TAKE NOTE

A Barrel of Fun & Other Free Workshops

Sign up for the upcoming free workshops sponsored by Dallas Water Conservation & Texas AgriLife Extension: DIY Rain Barrel Class on Sep 21st, Composting on Nov 16th and more. Register here.

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