Water Users Advised to Set Sprinklers to “Manual”
With all the rain our area has experienced in the past week and more expected next week, water customers can save money and help prevent needless water waste/runoff (not to mention oversaturation of their landscapes) by setting water sprinkler systems to “manual.”
May 21 is National Bike to Work Day
If you live/work in or near Richardson, consider biking to work next Friday, May 21 via Richardson’s network of bike trails and bike lanes.
DIY Drip Irrigation Webinar May 19
Learn the basics of drip irrigation at an upcoming free SmartScape® webinar hosted by the City of Plano Wednesday, May 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. online.
Community Gardens Partnership Program Helps Feed Those In Need
The Community Gardens Partnership in Richardson is helping bring people together, creating opportunities from recreation and exercise to therapy and education.
Best Locations to See Wildflowers in Bloom
Richardson’s annual wildflowers are now in full bloom, with some of the best places to view/take photos located at City Hall, Crowley Park, Huffhines Park and Berkner Park.
Mayor Recognizes Lyme Disease Awareness Month; Precautions Encouraged
In conjunction with National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, Mayor Paul Voelker signed a proclamation recently declaring May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Richardson.
Celebrate Arbor Day Year-Round with City’s Tree Planting Program
Since today (April 30) is National Arbor Day, the City is reminding residents that a great way to celebrate is to get involved with the Parks and Recreation Department’s tree planting program, in which participants purchase a tree or trees and have them planted on City-maintained land.
Statewide Nature Challenge Begins Today
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Master Naturalists are encouraging all Texans to participate in the worldwide 2021 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge, which began today (April 30) and continues through May 3.
Annual Trash Bash Held In Richardson
The City’s annual Trash Bash returned last weekend after it was postponed in 2020 due to the pandemic. This year’s Bash offered several drive-thru activities in the City Hall parking lot and at Richardson Square Mall.
Texas City Nature Challenge Begins April 30
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Master Naturalists are encouraging all Texans to participate in the worldwide 2021 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge, which begins Friday, April 30 and continues through May 3.