Be Spring Storm Aware; Several Alerts Available
This week marked the annual Severe Weather Awareness Week, an opportunity for the Richardson Office of Emergency Management and National Weather Service to increase awareness of and response to severe weather hazards in advance of spring and summer storm season. As a reminder, using multiple warning methods is the best way to receive alerts during any emergency.
Spring Monarch Migration Has Begun
The annual monarch butterfly migration from Mexico to the northern U.S. and Canada has begun, with sightings already reported in Texas. Luckily for fans of the beautiful orange and black pollinators, Richardson is in the pathway. The City has been a Mayor’s Monarch Pledge city since 2015 (a program of the National Wildlife Federation) and has established dedicated butterfly gardens in four parks—Berkner, Prairie Creek, Durham and Yale—and includes plants that attract and feed butterflies in park and landscape projects wherever feasible.
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.