CouncilTrac · Matter
What this is
This ordinance amends Chapter 23 of the city code to update the rules for refunding deposits that customers pay for water and sewer service.
Why it matters
The change could affect when and how utility customers get their deposits returned.
Council action
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider. Seconded by Curtis Dorian.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 9, 2026 Agenda posted — August 25, 2025 meeting
- August 25, 2025 Vote taken — August 25, 2025 meeting · Approved 7-0 (consent)
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — August 25, 2025
Adopt ordinance
Official agenda language
CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF RICHARDSON, TEXAS, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 23, “WATER, SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL”, BY AMENDING SECTION 23-96 TO PROVIDE FOR REFUNDS OF DEPOSITS FOR SERVICES.
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