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Community Gardens Partnership Program Helps Feed Those In Need

The Community Gardens Partnership in Richardson is helping bring people together, creating opportunities from recreation and exercise to therapy and education.

Dog Park Closed May 11-12 for Turf Revitalization

The Bush Central Barkway, Richardson’s dog park, will be closed May 11-12 as part of a turf revitalization project taking place there during May and June.

New Fee Structure Approved for Senior Center, Existing Members Will Not Be Affected

At its Monday work session, the City Council approved a new fee and age structure and lower age limit for the Richardson Senior Center when it reopens June 1 in its remodeled space.

Runoff Election Early Voting Information

Early Voting will take place May 24-June 1 for the June 5 City Council runoff election.

State Launches Mobile Vaccine Team Call Center

The State of Texas’ Mobile Vaccination Team Call Center launched today in order to help more Texans receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Richardson City Manager Announces Appointment of New Police Chief

Richardson City Manager Dan Johnson announced this morning that Assistant Chief of Police Operations Bureau Gary Tittle will serve as the next chief of the Richardson Police Department.

Unofficial Election Results Posted for City Council Election

Unofficial results are in for the May 1 Election for Mayor and six City Council places. The candidates, in ballot order, and vote totals are as follows (only one candidate is listed for Places 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7 (Mayor) since those candidates were unopposed):

Update Given on Richardson Economic Development Partnership

Richardson Chamber of Commerce staff gave the annual report on the Richardson Economic Development Partnership (REDP) at Monday’s City Council work session.

Registration Open for Summer Recreation Classes

Registration has begun for the City’s summer recreation classes and activities, featured in the 2021 Summer Recreation Guide. There are more than 200 types of classes and activities offered, spanning all ages, from Mini Camps (different from the City’s Summer Day Camp program) to Computer Coding to Games, Sports, Fitness and much more. In addition, several Adaptive Recreation events and classes are open for registration.

Best Locations to See Wildflowers in Bloom

Richardson’s annual wildflowers are now in full bloom, with some of the best places to view/take photos located at City Hall, Crowley Park, Huffhines Park and Berkner Park.