Revamped Smartscape™ Website Teaches Environmentally Friendly Landscaping
The North Central Texas Council of Governments’ Texas SmartScape™ program, which helps to promote water conservation and water pollution prevention through the use of native plants in landscaping, recently unveiled its revamped website.
Mosquito Spraying Continues; Remember the “4 Ds” of Protection
With 11 cases of Human West Nile Disease reported in Dallas County since late July (as of Aug. 22) and one death, it’s no surprise that most cities within Dallas County, including Richardson, have had mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).
City Hosts Irrigation 101 Workshop Tomorrow at Senior Center
Join Amanda Griffin, president of water conservation consultation company Smart Outdoor Services Inc., to learn the basics of your irrigation system including all about the hydraulic and electric parts and how they work together.
TRWD Offers Free “Tough Texas Plants” Workshop Thursday
Learn how to create a lush Texas yard by choosing tough plants that are native to North Texas, that thrive in our harsh local climate and soils.
New Location Chosen for Fall Electronics Recycling/Paper Shredding Event
The location for the Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (RCPAAA) annual electronics recycling and document shredding event will have a new home this fall.
Time to Prune Rose Bushes and other August Gardening To-Dos
The Dallas County Master Gardener Association, sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, has published its August Garden Tasks List.
Energy-Saving/Cooling Ideas from NCTCOG
If you’re turning down the air conditioner as August heats up and bracing yourself for your next energy bill, the North Central Texas Council of Governments offers the following suggestions to lessen utility costs and stay cool while being energy efficient:
Does Your Landscaping Block the View of Pedestrians or Motorists? If So, Please Trim Back for Everyone’s Safety
Overgrown vegetation such as low hanging tree limbs or tall shrubs can significantly impede visibility. Residents should assess their property and identify any vegetation that may obstruct the view along streets, intersections or pathway that could lead to potential collisions or hazardous situations.
Irrigation Workshop Moved to Aug. 17 at Senior Center
Join Amanda Griffin, president of water conservation consultation company Smart Outdoor Services Inc., to learn the basics of your irrigation system including all about the hydraulic and electric parts and how they work together.
Water Conservation Tips Offered for Pool Owners
Pool owners are reminded that there are several tips on the City’s Environmental Partnership Initiative web page for conserving pool water, helping to lessen “water bill surprise.”