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About Heritage Oak Cliff

Heritage Oak Cliff, founded as the Old Oak Cliff Conservation League, was formed in 1975 primarily to save Winnetka Heights from a demise that would have left an irreplaceable hole in Dallas’ history. Today, Winnetka Heights is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Oak Cliff and remains an integral part of the Dallas community.

Almost every street in Oak Cliff has a story to tell and showcases the great diversity of Dallas. Those who choose to settle here do so for Oak Cliff’s beauty and rich history. Many built large gorgeous homes designed by some of the most talented architects of the day. Others focused on smaller homes designed by planners and architects with an eye toward quality, durability and family life. Over time, styles continue to evolve, and new neighborhoods emerge to reflect those changes. Heritage Oak Cliff views all neighborhoods as partners in promoting Oak Cliff as a thriving community welcoming to all.

Today Heritage Oak Cliff counts more than 30 member neighborhoods, stretching from Interstate 30 south to Camp Wisdom Road (See map below). From long established neighborhood associations to smaller neighborhood groups beginning their journeys, all contribute to the beauty, diversity and vitality that is Oak Cliff. We have done our best below to capture a map of the neighborhoods.

For over 40 years, HOC has produced the annual Old Oak Cliff Home Tour. 2021 saw the introduction and great success of our new event Passport Oak Cliff, which targets a more neighborhood participation and community building. By no means are we done with home tours; we are just evolving. The proceeds of the Home Tours, Passport Oak Cliff and other events are used to grant awards to member neighborhoods for conservation, beautification and preservation projects that enhance each neighborhood.

2025 Executive Committee Members

President

Cynthia Michaels


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The President presides over the Executive Committee and Board and is the head of Heritage Oak Cliff, ensuring we live up to our mission and vision as an organization.

Vice President

Trudy Newton



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The Vice President assists the President with fulfilling the mission of the organization and works on special projects.

Treasurer

Amber Patterson


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The Treasurer is responsible for collecting Heritage Oak Cliff revenue, disburses funds, and provides monthly financial reports.

Secretary
Ryan Stepp


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The Secretary records the minutes of the Executive Committee and Board meetings.

VP Grants

Ron Veech


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The VP Grants oversees the Grant Program and processes of Heritage Oak Cliff, leading the Grants Committee, and liaising between neighborhoods and HOC.

VP Membership
T.J. Edmond


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The VP of Neighborhood Development works with matters around development and Zoning in Oak Cliff and is the voice of HOC to the City of Dallas in such matters.

Fundraising Chair
Mike Matthews



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The VP of Membership is manages membership records, recruiting new members, work with existing and recruiting new business members.

Community Liaison

David Preziosi


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The Community Liaison is responsible for maintaining HOC presence in city and community organizations by participating on city-wide councils and commissions.


Members at Large

At-Large Members are elected by the membership to represent concerns of the general Oak Cliff community, without reference to one individual neighborhood. These members help Heritage Oak Cliff gain a “big picture” insight on what is happening in the community. The Executive Officers are elected from among the Members at Large.

Neighborhood Representatives (The Board Members of Heritage Oak Cliff)

Every member neighborhood is asked to designate a representative to attend Heritage Oak Cliff board meetings, vote on actions, and serve on various committees and projects. Neighborhood Representatives carry information from Heritage Oak Cliff back to their neighborhoods and, in turn, bring their neighborhood’s concerns to our attention. If you note an error in our listing, or if your neighborhood is going through a change of leadership, please reach out to vpmembership@heritageoakcliff.org. For more information navigate over to our Neighborhoods page.

NeighborhoodPrimary ContactSecondary Contact
Beckley Club EstatesJuana VelizAlicia Quintans, Allen Kieth
BeckleywoodJudi Glazer 
Beverly HillsBarbara Barbee 
Bishop Arts DistrictDavid Spence 
BrettonwoodsBarbara MacleodCathy Lauer
Cedar Crest VillageJacy Elston 
Cedar OaksBill Farrell 
East Kessler ParkSteven Springfield 
El Tivoli PlaceCirzy GonzalezJD Jasso
Elderoaks Civic AssociationPending 
ElmwoodElizabeth Mellot 
Glen OaksPending 
Hampton HillsMatthew Flaherty 
Kessler Neighbors UnitedSusan Melnick 
Kessler Plaza / Ravinia HeightsPendingMaggie Huff
Kidd SpringsPending 
Kiest Park Community GroupJudy BrooksCharlie Brooks 
KiestwoodMelinda MahaffeyJon Montgomery 
Kimball SquareFrankie Reed 
Kings HighwayLybo Buchanan 
L.O. DanielAngela Angel 
Lake CliffKatrina Whatley 
North CliffMike MatthewsJames Matthews 
Oak Park Estates /  Druid HillsJames Hauck 
Oakland TerraceDavid KlempinMelissa Thrailkill
Polk-VernonKarina MorenoDaniela Ramirez
Ruthmeade PlacePending 
South Winnetka HeightsPending 
Stevens Park EstatesMike McVeyCarol Summers-Clark
Stevens Park VillageTrudy Newton 
Summit LawnPending 
Sunset HillBecky Weber 
Tenth Street/Freedmans TownPatricia CoxRosa Medrano
The Dells DistrictPending 
West KesslerAngie MobleyStephanie Engwall
Winnetka HeightsAnne HaganTeresa Norton, Richard Ewers 
Wynnewood HeightsStan Aten 
Wynnewood NorthCynthia MichaelsDenise Requardt 

Oak Cliff Neighborhoods


To learn more about each of our member neighborhods, click here.

CONTACT US - You can message any of our Executive Committee Members by clicking on their name on at About Us page which shows their email address. Board Members and General Members can be found via the Membership Directory.

Mailing Address:

Heritage Oak Cliff

P.O. Box 4027
Dallas, Texas  75208
email: heritageoakcliff@heritageoakcliff.org

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