CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — May 18, 2026
Meeting summary
6 agenda items
Ceremonial · 1 item routine
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Recognition of Public Works Week
The council will formally recognize Public Works Week, honoring the city employees who build and maintain Richardson's infrastructure and public services.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comments on agenda items and visitors forum
Residents may address the city council about items on the agenda or other topics of community concern.
Discussion
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Discussion of a proposed new Unified Development Code approach
Council will hear and discuss a proposed approach for creating a new Unified Development Code (UDC) and for handling planning and zoning related council procedures.
A new UDC would rewrite the rules governing how land can be developed across all of Richardson, affecting housing, businesses, and neighborhoods city-wide.
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Review and discussion of the Community Development Block Grant program
Council will review and discuss the city's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which provides federally funded assistance for community development activities.
CDBG funds support services and improvements that benefit lower-income residents, so the program's direction affects which community needs receive federal dollars.
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Discussion of Key to the City and naming policies
Council will review and discuss its existing policies and procedures for awarding a Key to the City and for naming city facilities or assets.
Other business · 1 item routine
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Report on items of community interest
Staff or council members will share informational updates on matters of general community interest; no action is taken.