Jobs
The City of Richardson is now hiring for the following positions.
Pet of the Week
Meet Scotty, a 3-year-old bulldog mix with a heart full of joy. This friendly guy loves to play and has a knack for making everyone laugh with his goofy antics.
Cottonwood Art Festival Names Julia Gilmore as Featured Artist for Spring 2026 Event
The Cottonwood Art Festival has selected acclaimed visual artist Julia Gilmore as the Featured Artist for the Spring Cottonwood Art Festival, taking place May 2-3 at Cottonwood Park.
City Council Supports New DART Governance and Funding Structure
The Richardson City Council on Monday approved two measures related to proposed changes at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), supporting a new governance structure and authorizing participation in an updated funding program.
Annual Chlorine Maintenance on City’s Water System Begins Monday
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), Richardson’s water supplier, will conduct its annual chlorine maintenance on its water transmission system and member cities’ distribution systems March 2-30.
Bond, Charter Election Websites Upgraded with More Information
Expanded information about the May 2 Bond and Charter Elections is now available online, including an interactive map of proposed bond projects and a complete list of all 50 proposed City Charter amendments.
Deck Refresh, Other Improvement Work Progressing at Heights Family Aquatic Center
A much-needed renovation is currently underway at Heights Family Aquatic Center, as the Parks and Recreation Department works to have the Aquatic Center ready for this year’s summer season.
City Receives “Silver Bicycle Friendly Business” Award
The League of American Bicyclists (LAB) this week recognized Richardson with a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, earning the Municipal Campus a place alongside more than 1,100 businesses across the country contributing to the movement to build a more bicycle friendly America.
Richardson Economic Development Department Receives TEDC Award
The Richardson Economic Development Department has received the 2025 Economic Excellence Recognition Award from the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC). The Council’s Economic Excellence Recognition program highlights economic development organizations across the state that meet a desired threshold of professionalism, based on the professional development of their governing board or council, as well as the economic development director and professional staff.
Early Voting for Primary Election Ends Tonight; Election Day is Tuesday, March 3
Early voting for the March 3 Joint Primary Election ends tonight at 7 p.m. Registered Dallas County voters may vote early at any Dallas County early voting locations. Collin County voters may vote early at any Collin County early voting location.