Discussion of proposed city charter amendments and ballot propositions

Status unknown Discussion

What this is

The council will review and discuss proposed amendments to the city's charter and the language of any accompanying ballot propositions.

Charter amendments can change the fundamental rules governing how Richardson is run and may be placed before voters in a future election.

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.