Public hearing on the Richardson City Charter

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What this is

Council will present follow-up items and hold a public hearing to gather resident input on the Richardson City Charter.

The City Charter is Richardson's foundational governing document; changes to it affect how city government operates and what rights residents hold.

Heard Ordinance July 13, 2026

Correct numbering, spelling, and cross-references in the City Charter

Following voter-approved charter amendments in May 2026, this ordinance makes housekeeping corrections — renumbering sections and fixing spelling, punctuation, and cross-references — with no changes to policy.

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Approved Resolution June 8, 2026

Adopt updated City Council rules of order and procedure

The council would formally adopt a resolution setting the rules that govern how council meetings are conducted.
Status unknown Discussion June 1, 2026

Discussion of council policies on religious holidays

Council will review and discuss its existing policies and procedures regarding religious holidays.
Approved Ordinance May 11, 2026

Adopt ordinance incorporating voter-approved Home Rule Charter amendments

Following the May 2, 2026 election in which Richardson voters approved amendments to the city's Home Rule Charter, the council will formally adopt an ordinance incorporating those changes into the charter.
Status unknown Other February 23, 2026

Review bond and charter election communication plan

Council will review the city's plan for communicating with the public about an upcoming bond and charter election.