Dallas City Hall
It’s been quiet at 1500 Marilla St. in recent weeks, at least on the surface. But behind the scenes the conversation appears to be percolating — focused less on whether a new Dallas Mavericks arena should be built and more on where it would go and how it would be funded. That shift comes as…
By Paul Ridley Architect and Dallas City Council Member Much has been written about the controversy over the future of Dallas’ landmark City Hall. Purpose-built specifically for Dallas city government, it was designed as a symbol of openness and forward-looking governance during a time of national scrutiny following the JFK assassination. The building’s significance is…
There was plenty to consider at Dallas City Hall this past week. From another problematic real estate project to deciding how to put a check on nonprofits feeding the homeless in public, a number of issues were taken up at the horseshoe that warrant a rehash. New Police Training Facility Faces Fresh Financial Hurdles The…
By Veletta Forsythe-Lill Yes, I said it. The question I thought I would never ask: What is Dallas City Hall really worth? When we first started hearing rumors of 1500 Marilla St. requiring exorbitant repairs, I questioned the rapidly escalating, speculative numbers. Why, all of a sudden, had this concern emerged and focused the City…
Staff is laying the groundwork for what’s sure to be another contentious Dallas City Council meeting in late May when officials will get an update on City Hall repair, relocation, and redevelopment options. Debates and speculation over the process that led to council members voting to explore disposition scenarios last month remain as dynamic as…
