University Crossing PID Members,
We wanted to notify you that SMU is hosting a major groundbreaking event for the new aquatics center on Friday, February 26th, in the open area immediately south of SMU Boulevard and west of the DART tracks.
A significant turnout is expected, resulting in increased traffic activity on and around SMU Boulevard between 11:15am - 1pm. Guests have been instructed to valet park at the event site, self-park at Everest College or walk from the main campus to alleviate traffic concerns.
With these parking options, we don't anticipate that our friends and neighbors in the University Crossing area should expect a disruption to their business, but as this is a very busy area we wanted to make sure you had advanced notice. Thank you for your cooperation and support as we continue to develop this vibrant area.
Best,
Ginger Greenberg
UCPID Executive Director
info@universitycrossing.com
A Note from the Executive Director
Every summer has a story. Even this one. August in the University Crossing Public Improvement District is full of exciting new beginnings and also the celebration of rich history in the area.
We will welcome students back to school at SMU and Stonewall Jackson Elementary in mid-August for a new school year. Keep an eye out for back-to-school shoppers and students new to the area who are testing out the University Crossing neighborhood.
It is also the beginning of celebrating the rich history and 100th anniversary of SMU. Help us celebrate by joining us in a SMU Reads Common Read of Emily Mandel's Station Eleven, as well as an open talk with the author on September 9th at 6pm in McFarlin Auditorium. You can register for SMU Reads here.
Further, we welcome the new Magnolia Hotel to the University Crossing PID and look forward to the cool deals that are available at the new venue.
The University Crossing PID continues to provide increased security with the Dallas Police Department Expanded Neighborhood Patrol. In addition, we hosted the first Marketing Connections meeting that was well attend and received many updates from property owners in the PID. If you have an event in the PID that you'd like us to promote through the website or PID social media channels, please let us know.
Summer in the PID also included the July University Crossing PID board meeting where members were presented with the results of an urban architecture plan for the neighborhood. If you are interested in being a part of the University Crossing PID Board and Committee, please email me at ginger@universitycrossing.com.
Thank you for keeping University Crossing safe and inviting. Stay cool!
Happy Summer,
Ginger Greenberg
Executive Director