Renovated Animal Shelter Opens
The newly renovated Richardson Animal Shelter officially opened this week. Thanks to the voter-approved 2021 Bond Program, the Shelter, located at 1330 Columbia Dr., now features a brand-new main entrance, updated façade, expanded staff offices, a refreshed staff break area, additional storage rooms and updated staff and public restrooms.
Parks, Drainage Projects Reviewed for Possible 2026 Bond Election
Parks and Engineering staff presented candidate projects for a possible 2026 bond election at Monday’s City Council meeting.
City Council Adopts Updated Rules of Order and Procedure
The City Council passed a resolution at Monday’s City Council meeting adopting new City Council Rules of Order and Procedure, after reviewing proposed language updates discussed at their Oct. 20 work session.
City’s “Cease the Grease” Begins Next Tuesday
The city has setup a drop off location for people to dispose of leftover holiday cooking oil and grease. Proper disposal of cooking waste helps protect residential and regional wastewater systems and prevents costly plumbing backups.
Richardson Citizen Police Academy Applications Now Open
Applications for the 2026 Richardson Citizen Police Academy (CPA) are now open, a 45-hour academic course designed to give Richardson residents a working knowledge of the Richardson Police Department.
No City Council Meeting Next Two Mondays
Due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no City Council work session or meeting Nov. 17 or Nov. 24. The City Council will next meet Monday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.
PGBT Ramp Closure Expected at US 75 Tonight through Monday Morning
Weather permitting, the westbound President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT)-to-southbound US 75 direct connector ramp will be closed from 10 p.m. tonight (Friday, Nov. 14) through 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 17 as the North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) conducts routine maintenance.
Street Rehabilitation Work to Begin Next Week on Floyd Road; Detour Planned
Surface replacement on Floyd Road between Belt Line Road and the US 75 Frontage Road is scheduled to begin Thursday, Nov. 20, part of the City’s Arterial and Collector Street Rehabilitation Program.
Lane Closures Expected on Southbound Coit, North and South of Belt Line
In various phases, the right, left and center lanes of southbound Coit Road between La Cosa Drive and Dumont Drive may be closed to traffic alternately from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. as concrete replacement/rehabilitation takes place.
Richardson Gobble Hobble is Next Saturday; Signups Still Open
Support the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas at Richardson and celebrate the 20th year of the Gobble Hobble. The course is flat and features beautiful views of Spring Creek Nature Area.