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DART Student Art Contest Deadline is April 8

Only one more week for students in grades K-12 to enter the annual Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Student Art Contest—DART will accept entries through April 8.

Free Recycling Blue Bag Vouchers at Two Locations this Month

Public Services staff will be at Fire Station 6, 3591 Park Vista Rd. and Whole Foods Market-CityLine, 1411 E. Renner Rd., on select afternoons in April to spread the word about the benefits of recycling.

City Sponsors Free Container Gardening Class April 5

The City of Richardson and Rooted In team up for an informative class entitled, “Perfectly Planted Pots: Container Gardening.” If you have a small yard or patio that needs a pop of ornamental color, are frustrated with the poor soils on your property, or just simply don’t have the space to grow your own produce, then give container gardening a try.

Animal Shelter Pet of the Week

Meet Beck! This short and stout senior will steal your heart.

Library, City Hall Surveys Now Available

The City launched two surveys this week to gather input on how residents use the Library and City Hall, as both facilities are slated for renovations through the 2021 Bond Program.

City Council Updated on February Winter Storm Response

The City Council received a briefing Monday on the City’s preparation work and response efforts related to February’s winter storm events and plans for public outreach/education efforts related to spring storms.

“Make a Difference” Campaign Underway to Attract New City Employees

In keeping with the City Council’s 2021-23 Goal Strategy “to attract, develop and retain high-quality, innovative employees,” Communications staff unveiled a new recruitment campaign at Monday’s City Council work session.

Westbound Lane Closure Expected on Arapaho near Custer

The right lane of westbound Arapaho Road, 320 feet east of Custer Road, may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. while gas utility work takes place. The work is expected to be complete by mid-April.

Police Department Year-End Review Given

Richardson Police Chief Gary Tittle gave his department’s End of Year Review for 2021 at Monday’s City Council work session, including a look at organizational changes, accomplishments, crime strategies, community relations/outreach, and crime statistics.

“Coffee & Cops” March 30

This open-to-the-public, informal gathering gives the community a chance to stop by and say hello to members of the Richardson Police Department, who are available to answer questions and discuss concerns.