City’s “Richardson Replants” Program Releases Tree Giveaway Schedule
The City’s “Richardson Replants” program, initiated in July by the City Council to help replace lost foliage from the May 28 severe weather event, has released its fall tree giveaway schedule. The first tree giveaway is scheduled for Sept. 21 at Huffhines Park at the...
Pet of the Week
Stitch is a 4 year old Pitbull dog with a heart full of love and a playful spirit. He's a sweet, lively companion who thrives on games of fetch and long walks. Stitch is a quick learner and can't wait to show off his tricks. He's a fan of treats, but his ultimate...
September is National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month, an opportunity to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning for not just the month of September, but throughout the year. In Richardson, the Office of Emergency Management provides information and tools to...
City Enters Partnership to Attract India-Based Businesses
This week, the City of Richardson joined forces with international business accelerator Startup Runway in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Richardson Innovation Quarter (The IQ®) Headquarters.
Apollo Park Now Open
Richardson’s newest park is open and ready for use for a variety of sports and activities.
Labor Day City Trash/Recycling Schedule Changes
Due to the Labor Day holiday, there will be NO solid waste collection, Brush and Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) or recycling service provided Monday, Sept. 2. There will be NO make-up days for trash collection or BABIC.
Labor Day City Facility Closures
Facility Open/Closed Status Animal Shelter (Contact Richardson’s Response Center at 972-744-4111 to report non-emergency animal-related issues.) Closed Sept. 2 City Hall and City Hall Annex Closed Sept. 2 Eisemann Center Closed...
Culture in The CORE, Light Up Lockwood to Combine Nov. 2
The annual Culture in The CORE and Light Up Lockwood events will take place this year as a combined celebration on Saturday, Nov. 2. Culture in The CORE will start things off from 2:30-6:30 p.m. at Main Street Plaza, 105 S. Interurban St., followed by Light Up Lockwood a few blocks away at 500 Lockwood Dr. from 7-9 p.m.
No City Council Meeting Monday
The City Council will not meet Monday, Sept. 2, due to the Labor Day holiday. The Council will next meet Monday, Sept. 9 at 6 p.m. at Temporary City Hall, 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd., Ste. 525.
Updates Recommended for City Code of Ethics Ordinance
Six amendments for the City’s Code of Ethics were reviewed at Monday night’s City Council meeting. Richardson’s Code of Ethics Ordinance, first adopted in 2010, is reviewed every two years and applies to the City Council and all City Boards and Commissions (a.k.a. “city officers”).