Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival Survey Ends Monday
There are just a few more days remaining to share your thoughts about Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival in an online survey that’s been available this month, to gather information that will help shape the future of the festival.
Bridge Arch Installed on Silver Line Bridge; Second Arch Coming in July
Passengers on the DART Silver Line and motorists on US 75 through Richardson are noticing a major change this week as the southside arch on the Silver Line bridge over US 75 is now in place, after crews worked many hours on its installation last weekend. The steel arch is about 400 feet long and stands 80 feet above the roadway at its highest point; a matching northside arch is expected to be installed July 16-19.
The two arches will eventually feature accent lighting in the City’s signature white and blue colors, serving as a visual gateway to the City.
Heights Family Aquatic Center’s “The Yard” Now Open for Rental
Heights Family Aquatic Center’s many new updates include a new rental space called “The Yard,” and it’s now open for public use. The Yard features shaded, artificial turf as well as three large picnic tables, a cornhole set and gated access directly to the pool area.
“Operation Bloomtown” Deadline is Monday
Residents, homeowner associations, organizations and businesses can help “paint the landscape with wildflowers” near their homes, buildings and offices by participating in the City’s annual “Operation Bloomtown” program. Simply identify a median, park or other public area that could use some color and the Parks and Recreation Department will order the seeds and do the planting in the fall, charging only the wholesale cost for both the seeds and labor. Cost is approximately $100 per 1/10 acre, which equals more than 4,300 square feet. Deadline for submitting an application for the program is Monday, June 15; click here to download the application.
City Recognized for Partnership in Belt + Main Development
Staff from Catalyst Urban Development were on hand at Monday’s City Council meeting to present the City with the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) 2026 Innovation in Development Practice Award, which was received by Catalyst in April for the Belt + Main Development. The presentation recognized the City’s partnership in bringing the mixed-used development to life in The CORE District and its commitment to reinvest in and reinvigorate this historic area of Richardson.
Mosquito Tests Find Positive West Nile Results; Spraying Completed
The Richardson Health Department conducted ground spraying this week in one area of the city (see map below) to help prevent the spread of West Nile virus, after a trap located within the spraying location returned mosquitoes that tested positive for carrying the disease. This is the first time Richardson has sprayed for mosquitoes this year.
City’s Retail Water and Sewer Rate Structure Reviewed
The City is reviewing its water and sewer rate structure as part of FY 2026-27 budget preparations, and evaluation results were presented at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Consultant staff provided statistics on current rates, volume/type of customers, consumption and a rate comparison with other member cities of the Noth Texas Municipal Water District and outlined three different scenarios for proposed rate plans.
City Council Adopts Updated Rules of Order and Procedure
After several weeks of discussion and refinements, amendments to the City Council Rules of Order and Procedure were adopted by the Council at its Monday meeting. The updates include new policies concerning flag displays, ceremonial recognitions, naming City assets and Days of Recognition.
Municipal Court to Temporarily Close June 19 for Staff Training
Richardson Municipal Court will temporarily close on Friday, June 19, from noon-5 p.m. for staff training. Anyone planning to conduct in-person court business during that time is encouraged to plan accordingly.
City of Richardson Among Regional Cooperation Award Recipients
The City of Richardson was among a regional group recognized today with the Regional Cooperation Award from the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) for work tied to a major regional water agreement involving the North Texas Municipal Water District and its 13 member cities.
Richardson City Council Member Jennifer Justice Elected President of NCTCOG Executive Board
Richardson City Council Member Jennifer Justice was elected today to serve as president of the North Central Texas Council of Governments Executive Board. NCTCOG’s Executive Board includes representatives from cities, counties and other public entities across the region. As president of the Executive Board, Justice will help lead regional collaboration among North Texas local governments as they work together to address shared opportunities and challenges.