Category: News

Northbound traffic on Custer Parkway from Pleasant Valley Lane to Renner Road will be shifted back to the northbound lanes beginning Monday, Aug. 11. Northbound traffic was shifted to the southbound lanes in May so waterline work could take place as part of Phase 3 of the Custer Parkway Improvement Project.

The Richardson City Championship tees off next Saturday morning with an individual stroke play format over five flights plus a senior division. Sign up by Aug. 13 at the Sherrill Park golf pro shop in person or by calling 972-234-1416.  

The City of Richardson is hiring for the following positions.

Meet Sky, a sweet 5-year-old mixed breed who brings joy to everyone she meets. Known for her friendly demeanor, Sky loves to be around people, making her a perfect companion. She enjoys playful activities and is always eager to please, showing her affectionate nature. Sky would thrive in a loving home where she can share her boundless love and enthusiasm for life.

The City of Richardson is preparing to move Miss Belle’s House to a permanent location at Huffhines Park, 200 N. Plano Rd. The two-story Victorian home, originally built between 1886 and 1889, is one of the oldest buildings in Richardson and is a Texas Historic Landmark.

On-demand video of the City Council’s Goals Workshop held last Saturday, July 26 is available to view online. The goals workshop is held biennially and is a time for the newly elected City Council to create its Goals, Strategies and Tactics that will guide all business conducted by the City over the next two years.   

“Deep Dive” presentations continued at Monday’s City Council meeting in preparation for the Council’s August Budget Workshop. These annual overviews given by City department leadership provide the Council with detailed information about current programs, infrastructure and maintenance tasks, along with trends, proposed projects/initiatives and budget requests.

The City’s annual two-day Budget Workshop will be held Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 4-5, in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Ste. 525. During the workshop, staff will give presentations on needs, proposed projects and projected costs for FY 2025-26 for the City Council to review.  

The Richardson City Council wrapped up its review of proposed City Charter amendments at Monday’s City Council meeting with a brief discussion on wording for an amendment within Article 18. With that, the City attorney has finalized wording for all 48 proposed charter amendments, and the City Council plans to vote on an ordinance at its Aug. 11 meeting to call a charter amendment election for Nov. 4.  

Come and learn about all that the City of Richardson’s Parks & Recreation Department has to offer—programs, activities, special events, sports, classes and more! This event includes door prizes; be sure to sign up!