Community Services Division works to preserve integrity and enhance vitality
The Community Services Division is responsible for preserving the integrity and advancing the vitality of Richardson through community-based problem solving, neighborhood-oriented services, public-private partnerships and the administration of fair and reasonable enforcement initiatives.
Resolve to Keep Leaves, Grass Out of Landfill; Choose BABIC Instead
Need ideas for a “green” New Year’s resolution? Make a positive environmental impact by starting the practice of placing leaves and grass clippings in compostable bags, which are picked up curbside for free by the City’s Brush and Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) service.
State Farm Employees Help Beautify Spring Creek Nature Area
Nine employees from State Farm Insurance helped clean up Spring Creak Nature Area last week as well as a portion of Foxboro Park as part of the City’s Community & Corporate Environmental Cleanup Program.
City Recognized for Air Quality Efforts
The City of Richardson received a Bronze Award this week as part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities Coalition’s Fleet Recognition Awards.
Time to “Tree Cycle”
The City is encouraging residents to “tree cycle” Christmas trees by turning them into mulch and compost through the City’s Tree Cycling program.
Holiday Box Recycling Fights Crime, Helps Environment
The City of Richardson Public Services Department and the Richardson Police Department have teamed up to help fight crime and recycle at the same time.
NCTCOG Offers Ways to Have an Eco-Friendly Holiday
Air North Texas, a division of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, provides a “Monthly Dose of Fresh Air” on its blog with suggestions for eco-friendly living that can ultimately improve air quality.
Phil-up’s December Appearance Schedule
Phil-up the Blue Bag, Richardson’s recycling mascot, will appear at Santa’s Village this month as well as at HomeGoods, 1349 W. Campbell Rd.
Holiday Grease/Cooking Oil Collection Begins Nov. 29
Dispose of leftover cooking oil and grease (and help our water system stay clog-free) by taking advantage of the City’s free, temporary oil/grease drop-off site Nov. 29-Dec. 8
City of Richardson Recycling, Solid Waste and Facility Schedule for Thanksgiving Holiday
There will be NO recycling, solid waste or Brush and Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) service provided Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29.