As part of the updating process for the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan and the development of the City’s Active Transportation Plan (ATP), two open house meetings were held this week for the community to offer input.

City Staff gave an update to City Council Monday on the progress of the renovation projects for the Richardson Public Library and Richardson City Hall, outlining that both projects will be combined into one to save on mobilization and other costs. Combining the projects will also mean there will be one architect and one contractor.

The City Council approved an ordinance Monday that increases the property tax exemption for disabled and senior citizens from $100,000 to $105,000.

wood Art Festival, to be held May 7-8 at Cottonwood Park.

Richardson’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) has once again received high praise from independent auditors, passing a detailed review.

Student and business recruitment is now underway for the annual Richardson Mayor’s Summer Internship Program.

The Richardson Animal Shelter has begun using the services of a professional photographer to better showcase adoptable animals and increase adoptions.

Residents will receive a letter in the mail this month to redeem for two free rolls of 26 blue recycling bags (52 total).

Due to the RISD and PISD Spring Breaks, there will be no City Council work session or meeting March 7 and March 14. The City Council will next meet Monday, March 21 for a work session beginning at 6 p.m.