Author: Bill Conrad

City to Observe National Preparedness Month in September 

At Monday’s City Council meeting, Emergency Management staff provided an update on disaster preparedness efforts in advance of National Preparedness Month, observed each September to promote family and community readiness. The City’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) conducts planning, training, and educational outreach throughout the year.   

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New Posting Date Required for Council Meeting Agendas 

As per recent state legislative changes to the Texas Open Meetings Act that have been signed into law, municipalities are now required to post agendas of upcoming public meetings at least three full business days prior to the meeting’s scheduled date (not counting the date of the meeting) unless an exception applies, beginning Sept. 1.

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Last Weekend for “Clear the Shelters;” Adoption Fees Waived

The Richardson Animal Shelter is one of hundreds of shelters across the country that have been participating in the annual month-long campaign “Clear the Shelters.” Adoption fees are being waived during the month of August, offering people a chance to save money as they welcome a new member to their family.

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