Truck Yard Open in Restaurant Park
Truck Yard Richardson opened Sept. 1, adding a new restaurant and entertainment concept to the city. Located in Richardson Restaurant Park along Central Expressway between Floyd Road and James Drive, the new venue transforms a longtime property with food, daily live music and outdoor gathering spaces. It also adds new activity to Restaurant Park as reinvestment continues in the area.
New Director of Engineering and Capital Projects Appointed
City Manager Don Magner announced this week the appointment of Katie Barron, P.E., ENV SP, as the City of Richardson’s Director of Engineering and Capital Projects. Barron will begin her new role Oct. 5.
No Council Meeting Next Monday
The City Council will not meet Monday, Sept. 7, because of the Labor Day holiday. The Council will next meet Monday, Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. with the agenda posted Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Sidewalk Construction Taking Place at Renner Road and Greenside Drive
The right lane of westbound Renner Rd extended 1,000 feet east and west of Greenside Drive may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for sidewalk construction as part of a hike and bike trail. The lane closure may remain in place overnight occasionally. The project is expected to wrap up in late September.
Concrete Repairs to Close Lane of Eastbound Spring Valley Drive at Goldmark Drive
The right lane of eastbound Spring Valley Drive between Gatehouse Drive and Goldmark Drive may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. so concrete repairs can take place. The repairs are necessary after crews fixed a gas leak at 8620 Spring Valley Rd. The work is expected to wrap up by late October.
Eco-friendly Grilling, Picnicking Ideas for Labor Day Holiday
Labor Day is traditionally celebrated with barbecues and picnics. This year, the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Air North Texas division wants to remind everyone to make thoughtful choices when planning so that your gathering can be festive while being lighter on the planet.
Regional Composting Facility Offering Customer Appreciation Sale
Texas Pure, the regional composting/mulching facility that partners with the City of Richardson and four other area cities, is hosting its annual customer appreciation sale this month, taking place through Sept. 30.
Jobs
The City of Richardson is now hiring for the following positions.
Richardson City Manager Appoints Katie Barron Director of Engineering and Capital Projects
Barron brings more than 25 years of engineering experience and has helped lead Richardson’s capital improvement program since February.
Interviews Held for City Council Place 3 Vacancy
The City Council conducted interviews with eight applicants for the vacant Place 3 position at Monday night’s meeting. The interviews were conducted in an open meeting and are available for viewing...