CouncilTrac · Matter
What this is
The council would formally call a bond election to be held on May 2, 2026, and make the administrative provisions needed to conduct it.
Why it matters
If approved, Richardson voters will decide in May 2026 whether to authorize the city to issue bonds, which could fund major capital projects and affect the city's long-term debt.
Council action
Motion to approve the Resolution 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 — February 9, 2026 meeting
- February 9, 2026 Vote taken — February 9, 2026 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — February 9, 2026
Adopt resolution calling a bond election
Official agenda language
CONSIDER RESOLUTION ORDERING A BOND ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF RICHARDSON, TEXAS, ON MAY 2, 2026, MAKING PROVISIONS FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION AND RESOLVING OTHER MATTERS INCIDENT AND RELATED TO SUCH ELECTION .
Documents
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