Mosquito Tests Find First Positive West Nile Result for 2023; Spraying Completed
The Health Department’s mosquito trap returned mosquitoes this week that tested positive for carrying West Nile virus, the City’s first positive test result of 2023.
City’s Water Quality Score Released
Richardson has received a “Superior” rating of our water system by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Be in the Know About Poison Hemlock
Though poison hemlock was once considered a weed to watch for if you lived in the southern half of Texas, North Texans now need to be more aware, as sightings in the Dallas area were recently reported on social media and in local news reports.
Blue Bag Giveaways This Month at Two Locations
Public Services staff will be out in the community each week this month on select afternoons, handing out free blue recycling bags and spreading the word about the benefits of recycling.
Sales Tax Holiday for Water-Conserving Items (Including Plants) and Energy Star® Products This Weekend
Texans can save on the purchase of certain water-efficient and water-conserving products as well as energy-efficient appliances during two annual sales tax holidays taking place May 27-29.
Time to Try Composting
Annually, May 29 is National Learn About Composting Day, and if you haven’t tried composting yet, it’s a great time to get more information about it.
Hammerhead Worms: What You Need to Know
News reports are popping up in Texas of sightings of the hammerhead flatworm, an invasive, toxic worm species that likes heat and humidity and is reported to have arrived in Texas sometime in the ‘80s.
Free Online Class May 20; “Grow Native: Plants for Texas”
Dig into the growing trend of incorporating native plants in landscapes, both for their beauty and the countless ecosystem services they provide! Learn how to grow native wildflowers, trees, shrubs as well as perennials with vibrant colors and textures to make your garden the envy of the neighborhood.
Summer Landscape Prep: Keep Fertilizer, Pool Water Out of Streets, Waterways
As temperatures heat up and “outdoor living” areas and landscapes get prepared for summer, the Health Department wants to remind homeowners/renters to keep our water system’s health in mind when prepping pools and greenery.
Be “Lightning Aware” Re: Thunderstorms
While thunderstorms are sometimes underestimated as a serious weather threat, they can be deadly—strong winds can turn tree branches and ordinary loose objects into dangerous projectiles and lightning can take people by surprise, striking up to 10 miles away from where a storm is occurring.