CouncilTrac · Meeting
City Council — July 13, 2026
Meeting summary
19 agenda items · 1 public hearing · 9 consent items · $1.59M in spending items · 1 zoning case
- Public hearing: Public hearing and vote on city-wide zoning code amendments: family definition and protest rules — ZF 26-09
- Largest spending item: Purchase four 2027 Ford F-Series trucks for parks maintenance — $361,089 — $361,089
- Action item: Amend property maintenance code definition of 'Family'
Ceremonial · 2 items routine
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Invocation by Joe Corcoran
Joe Corcoran will deliver the opening invocation.
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Pledge of Allegiance led by Joe Corcoran
Joe Corcoran will lead the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. and Texas flags.
Public comments · 1 item routine
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Public comments on agenda items and open visitors forum
Residents may address the council about items on tonight's agenda or other topics of community interest.
Consent agenda
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Approve minutes of the June 22, 2026 council meeting
The council will vote to approve the official record of its June 22, 2026 meeting.
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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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Interlocal agreement with Dallas for water and wastewater main replacement
Richardson will enter an agreement with the City of Dallas to replace an 8-inch water main and an 8-inch wastewater main that belong to Dallas.
Keeping shared water and sewer infrastructure in good repair helps protect reliable service for residents.
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Purchase three travel sprinkler irrigation water cannons for parks — $191,623.65
The city will buy three KIFCO T40/1320 travel sprinkler irrigation water cannons from Victory Irrigation for $191,623.65 to support parks maintenance.
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Purchase four 2027 Ford F-Series trucks for parks maintenance — $361,089
The city will buy four 2027 Ford F-Series trucks from Rush Truck Center for $361,089 through BuyBoard cooperative contract #724-23 to support parks maintenance operations.
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Annual contract for water and wastewater maintenance and repair — up to $300,000/year
The city will enter an annual requirements contract with Legacy Contracting dba Control Specialist Services for water and wastewater maintenance and repair, using the City of Plano's existing contract, with estimated spending of up to $300,000 per year.
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Purchase a new pavilion for Cottonwood Park — $165,051
The city will buy a new pavilion for Cottonwood Park from Whirlix Design, Inc. for $165,051 through BuyBoard cooperative contract #781-25.
A new covered pavilion at Cottonwood Park adds a public gathering space for residents to enjoy.
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Increase sidewalk replacement contract for Region 2C by $305,000
The council will add $305,000 to an existing contract with R&A Legacy Construction for the 2021 Bond Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program in Region 2C.
Additional funding keeps the voter-approved sidewalk replacement program on track, improving walkability in affected neighborhoods.
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Increase sidewalk replacement contract for Region 1B by $271,000
The council will add $271,000 to an existing contract with Garrett Shields Infrastructure, LLC for the 2021 Bond Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program in Region 1B.
Additional funding keeps the voter-approved sidewalk replacement program on track, improving walkability in affected neighborhoods.
Public hearings
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Public hearing and vote on city-wide zoning code amendments: family definition and protest rules — ZF 26-09
The council will continue a public hearing and consider adopting an ordinance with city-initiated changes to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance: updating the definition of 'Family' and revising property-owner protest procedures for special permits and zoning changes.
Changes to the definition of 'Family' and protest rules affect who can live together in a home and how property owners can formally object to nearby zoning changes.
Action items
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Amend property maintenance code definition of 'Family'
The council will consider amending the definition of 'Family' in Chapter 6 of the City Code (Buildings and Building Regulations), Article VIII (Property Maintenance), Section 6.311 (Definitions), to align with related zoning code changes.
Updating the definition of 'Family' in the property maintenance code affects how household occupancy rules are applied and enforced in residential properties.
Discussion
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Discussion: FY 2026–2027 streets and alleys maintenance strategies
Staff will present and the council will discuss the city's planned strategies for maintaining streets and alleys in fiscal year 2026–2027. No vote is expected.
The strategies discussed will shape which streets and alleys get repaired and how tax dollars are prioritized for road upkeep.
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Discussion: 2026–2031 Capital Improvement Plan overview
Staff will present an overview of the city's six-year Capital Improvement Plan covering 2026 through 2031, and the council will discuss priorities. No vote is expected.
The Capital Improvement Plan determines which major infrastructure and facility projects will be funded across the city over the next six years.
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Discussion: Key to the City nomination for the Honorable Ray Noah
The council will review and discuss a nomination to award the Key to the City to the Honorable Ray Noah.
Executive session
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Executive session: consultation with city attorney regarding railroad operations
The council will meet in closed session to consult with the city attorney regarding railroad operations, as permitted under Texas open meetings law.
Other business · 1 item routine
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Staff report on items of community interest
Staff will provide a brief report on community news and topics of general interest to Richardson residents.