Water and Sewer Rate Discussion Continues
At Monday’s City Council meeting, City staff revisited the comprehensive review of the City’s water and sewer rates given at the June 8 meeting and gave a closer look at the recommended rate adjustment scenario. The review is part of preparations for the Council’s annual budget workshop and new budget adoption; a rate increase is needed to maintain minimum fund balance requirements in the Water and Sewer Fund.
Council Reviews Parks Maintenance Strategies
“Deep dive” briefings for the City Council’s annual budget preparation continued this week with a detailed Parks Maintenance update given during Monday’s Council meeting. The update provided an overview of operations, infrastructure, recent projects, planned initiatives and budget needs.
Some Online City Services Unavailable Tomorrow
Several online payment and reporting services for Water Customer Service, Accounts Receivable and Building Inspections will be unavailable Saturday, June 27 from 6 a.m.-noon. The temporary service interruption will also impact the MyRichardson mobile app. For those looking to submit a concern or BABIC request through the MyRichardson mobile application should instead call the 24-hour response center during this time.
No City Council Meetings, Work Sessions Next Two Weeks
Due to summer break and the Independence Day holiday, there will be no City Council meeting or work session Monday, June 29 and Monday, July 6. The Council will next meet Monday, July 13 beginning at 6 p.m.
Richardson’s Family 4th Next Saturday
Make plans to spend the evening of July 4 at Breckinridge Park, where Richardson’s annual Fourth of July celebration will dazzle with a spectacular fireworks show, music from the Richardson Community Band, concessions and kids’ activities.
July Richardson Today in Mailboxes Next Week
The July 2026 print edition of Richardson Today is expected to hit mailboxes next week, just in time for the July 4th holiday. It includes a front-page schedule and map for Richardson’s “Family 4th” event; a historical timeline of milestones for the Richardson Fire Department; a full page of information about e-bikes, scooters and pocket bikes; and the 2026 Traffic Signal Box Art Contest winning designs.
Lane Closures Expected on Main Street
In two phases, the right and left lanes of Main Street (Belt Line Road) between Grove Road and Walton Street may be closed to traffic alternately one lane at a time, at all times, as pavement repair takes place. Note that a two-lane closure and flagging operation is possible from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., but at least one lane will remain closed overnight. The work is expected to be completed by early July.
Watch Soccer in the Richardson IQ®
Soccer Spectrum, 1251 Digital Dr.Admission: $50 deposit for a table for 2-4 people; larger table sizes and deposits available. All deposits are applied toward any food or beverage purchases. (Reservation...
Free Coworking in The CORE District this Summer
Communion Neighborhood Cooperative, 514 Lockwood Dr.Cost: Free (coffee extra)Every Wednesday through August8 a.m.-5 p.m. Communion Neighborhood Cooperative is inviting the community to enjoy its open coworking area for free this summer, with...
Game On: Board Games in the Library
Storytime RoomAdmission: FreeSaturday, June 271:30-4:30 p.m. Adventure to the beyond with a librarian-led game time! Lots of options will be available for solo or group play such as Settlers of Catan, Pandemic, Sagrada, Sushi Go, Dixit and more! For...