Family Improv at The Core Theatre Saturday
With a theme of “Summer Time,” The Core Theatre’s improv troupe will show you how much fun you can have vacationing in new and exotic spots.
Richardson Community Band’s “RCBeboppers” in Concert Sunday
The RCBeboppers, a jazz band comprised of members of the Richardson Community Band, will razzle-dazzle you with oldies like “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” and new funky tunes like “Backatown.”
Irrigation Workshop Moved to Aug. 17 at Senior Center
Join Amanda Griffin, president of water conservation consultation company Smart Outdoor Services Inc., to learn the basics of your irrigation system including all about the hydraulic and electric parts and how they work together.
Pet of the Week
Meet Puddin, a darling of a dog with a heart full of love. She’s a 4-year-old pitbull mix that has a personality as sweet as her name suggests.
Storm Debris Collection Complete, Cleanup Continuing in Parks
Clean up from the May 28 storm was completed this week. In 47 days, the City’s debris contractor collected 4,391 loads totaling 261,468 cubic yards of vegetative debris. That amount of debris is equal to about 19 percent of the volume of the Empire State Building.
Cottonwood, Glenville Pools Close for the Summer this Sunday
Summer officially starts winding down on the City’s aquatics calendar this weekend, as the Cottonwood and Glenville pools will close for the season Sunday. Both pools will be open 1-8 p.m.
Update on Sherrill Park Course 2 Renovations
At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council heard an update on the renovations to Sherrill Park Course 2, which began in January and are expected to be finished in time for the course to reopen on Nov. 1.
City Council Considering Update to Animal Ordinance
The Health Department presented proposed updates to the City’s Animal Ordinance at Monday’s City Council meeting.
Nominate a Deserving Property for a Community Revitalization Award
Nominations are open for the 2024 Community Revitalization Awards, the City’s annual awards that recognize property owners who have enhanced the community by making significant improvements to their properties
Get On Board – Applications Open Aug. 1 for Boards and Commissions
Community members wishing to serve on one of the City’s 11 boards and commissions may begin the application process soon—the annual application period begins Thursday, Aug. 1.
Applications will be accepted in the City Secretary’s office through Sept. 30 and kept on file for two years. As vacancies occur on the various boards/commissions, the applications on file are reviewed by the City Council and an interview may be scheduled. Appointments are made at the City Council Meetings and applicants will be notified in advance by City staff.
Boards/Commissions include:
Animal Services Advisory Commission
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
City Plan Commission
Civil Services Board
Community Inclusion and Engagement Commission
Cultural Arts Commission
Library Board
Parks and Recreation Commission
Sign Control Board
TIF Boards
Zoning Board of Adjustment/ Building and Standards Commission
A boards/commissions open house event is scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 30 at Richardson City Hall, where potential applicants can interact with City Council members and City staff and ask questions.
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