Silver Line Bridge Arches Installed
On Monday morning, crews completed installation of the arch on the north side of the DART Silver Line bridge over US 75, just south of President George Bush Turnpike. Each arch spans about 400 feet and rises approximately 80 feet above the roadway at its highest...
Public Safety LEGO Project Unveiled
The Richardson Police Department officially unveiled a LEGO replica of the Richardson Police and Fire Public Safety Campus Thursday night. Created entirely from LEGO bricks by Garland Police Officer John Capers, the display was made possible through...
Council Closes on Habitat for Humanity Property
The City Council unanimously approved the sale of a vacant lot at 604 Vernet St. to Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. The house previously located on the property was demolished by the City in 2023 after more than a decade of code enforcement action and...
Council Reviews Short-Term Rental Regulations
The Richardson City Council received an update Monday on the City’s short-term rental program, including complaint activity, enforcement efforts, property locations, and possible additional regulations. In April, the City Council approved a...
Council Budget Workshop is Aug. 3-4
The City’s annual two-day Budget Workshop will be held Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 3-4, in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Suite 525. During the workshop, staff will present departmental needs, proposed projects and projected costs for...
Application Period for City Council Place 3 Vacancy Closes Next Friday
Applications are open to fill the vacant Place 3 seat on the Richardson City Council. District 3 residents who meet the qualifications to serve may apply through Friday, Aug. 7, at 11:59 p.m. The appointment timeline is: July 22-Aug. 7: Application period ...
Richardson CARES Applications Close Tonight
Applications for the 2026 Citizens Academy and Resource Education Series, known as Richardson CARES, close today. The free eight-week series is open to adults age 18 and older and gives participants an inside look at Richardson municipal government and day-to-day City...
Richardson City Manager Honored for Regional Leadership
Richardson City Manager Don Magner has been selected to receive the North Texas Commission’s 2026 Regional Civic Leadership Award, recognizing his three decades of public service and commitment to regional collaboration.
Pool Summer Schedule Winding Down
The Cottonwood and Glenville pools will close for the summer at 8 p.m. this Sunday, Aug. 2. City of Richardson pools traditionally close on a staggered schedule. The Terrace and Canyon Creek pools will close Sunday, Aug. 9; after Aug. 9,...
Animal Shelter Waives Adoption Fees in August for Clear the Shelters
The Richardson Animal Shelter will waive adoption fees throughout August as part of the annual “Clear the Shelters” event. Now in its 12th year, the nationwide campaign, which began in North Texas, helps connect pets with families by offering waived or reduced...