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Sidewalks, trails used for transportation, bike lanes, crosswalks, pedestrian safety.
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Recently on the agenda
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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.
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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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Review FY 2026-2027 Transportation and Mobility Work Plan
The council will review and discuss the city's Transportation and Mobility Work Plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, which outlines upcoming transportation projects and priorities.
The work plan shapes which road, traffic, and mobility projects the city will pursue in the coming year.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for Collins Bridge signal and bike/pedestrian improvements
The council would approve an advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to support signal upgrades and bike and pedestrian enhancements at Collins Bridge.
This agreement secures state transportation funding for safety and mobility improvements at Collins Bridge that benefit cyclists and pedestrians.
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Discussion: DART Silver Line aesthetic improvements and Cotton Belt Trail updates
Council will review and discuss plans for aesthetic improvements along the DART Silver Line and get an update on the Cotton Belt Trail.
These improvements will shape how the new commuter rail corridor and adjacent trail look and function for Richardson residents.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for Synergy Park Boulevard pedestrian and bike improvements
The city would enter an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT under the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program using Transportation Development Credits (TDC) to fund pedestrian improvements including bicycle lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, lighting, bus stops, and a roundabout on Synergy Park Boulevard from Waterview Parkway to Floyd Road.
This project would significantly upgrade walking, biking, and transit access along a key Richardson corridor.
All matters with this topic
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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.
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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.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for Collins Bridge signal and bike/pedestrian improvements
The council would approve an advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to support signal upgrades and bike and pedestrian enhancements at Collins Bridge.
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Review FY 2026-2027 Transportation and Mobility Work Plan
The council will review and discuss the city's Transportation and Mobility Work Plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, which outlines upcoming transportation projects and priorities.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for Safe Routes to School plans
The city would enter an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation under the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) program to fund multiple Safe Routes to School plans within Richardson.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for bike/pedestrian improvements at US 75 and Arapaho Road
The city would sign an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for local government participation to fund bike and pedestrian improvements at the intersection of US 75 and Arapaho Road.
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Approve TxDOT funding agreement for Synergy Park Boulevard pedestrian and bike improvements
The city would enter an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT under the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) program using Transportation Development Credits (TDC) to fund pedestrian improvements including bicycle lanes, sidewalks, crosswalks, lighting, bus stops, and a roundabout on Synergy Park Boulevard from Waterview Parkway to Floyd Road.
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Discussion: DART Silver Line aesthetic improvements and Cotton Belt Trail updates
Council will review and discuss plans for aesthetic improvements along the DART Silver Line and get an update on the Cotton Belt Trail.
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Proclamation recognizing National Bike Month
The council will present a proclamation declaring May as National Bike Month in Richardson.
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Discussion: Safer Streets Richardson program
Council will review and discuss the Safer Streets Richardson initiative, which addresses street and traffic safety in the city.
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Discussion of streets, alleys, and sidewalk needs for a potential 2026 bond program
Council will review and discuss what street, alley, and sidewalk projects might be included if the city pursues a bond program in 2026. No vote is taken at this stage — it is a planning conversation.
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Discussion of transportation and mobility needs for a possible 2026 bond program
The Council will review and discuss the city's transportation and mobility needs that could be included in a potential 2026 bond program.
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Award $1,226,475 contract for sidewalk rehabilitation – Region 2 (Bid #69-25)
The city recommends awarding Bid #69-25 to R&A Legacy Construction, LLC in the amount of $1,226,475 to rehabilitate sidewalks in Region 2 as part of the 2021 Bond Program.
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Review FY 2025-2026 transportation and mobility work plan
Staff will present the city's planned transportation and mobility projects and initiatives for fiscal year 2025-2026 for council review and discussion.
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Resolution supporting TxDOT grant application for US 75 at Belt Line Road crossing improvements
Council considers approving a resolution in support of the city's application to the Texas Department of Transportation's 2025 Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside program to fund crossing enhancements at US 75 and Belt Line Road.
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Contract with Garret Shields Infrastructure for sidewalk replacement Region 1B — $1,088,630
The city would award a contract to Garret Shields Infrastructure, LLC to replace residential sidewalks in Region 1B as part of the 2021 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program, at a cost of $1,088,630.
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Presentation on US 75 crossing projects in Richardson
Staff will present information on projects related to crossings of US 75 within Richardson.
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Discussion: Transportation and Mobility Work Plan
The council will review and discuss the city's Transportation and Mobility Work Plan, which outlines upcoming projects and priorities for moving people around Richardson.
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Ordinance 4499: Add bicycle parking requirements to the zoning ordinance
This ordinance amends the city's comprehensive zoning ordinance by renaming Article XXII-D to "Vehicle and Bicycle Parking," renumbering the existing variances section, and adding a new Section 2 establishing bicycle parking standards.
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Award $2,812,226 contract for Greenville Avenue multimodal improvements
Staff recommends awarding Bid #07-24 to The Fain Group, Inc. in the amount of $2,812,226 for the Greenville Avenue Multimodal Improvements project (CSJ #0918-47-323).
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Award $1,508,031.20 contract for residential sidewalk replacement in Region 2B
Staff recommends awarding Bid #61-24 to JR West TX Concrete, LLC in the amount of $1,508,031.20 for the 2021 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program covering Region 2B.
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Adopt the City of Richardson Complete Streets Policy
Resolution No. 24-07 would formally adopt a Complete Streets Policy for Richardson, establishing a framework for designing streets that serve all users — drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders.
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Public hearing: add bicycle parking standards to city zoning ordinance
The city is proposing to amend Article XXII-D (Parking) of the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance to add standards specifically for bicycle parking at developments across Richardson.
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Discussion: Bicycle Friendly Community Silver designation pathway and Complete Streets policy
Council reviews Richardson's pathway toward achieving a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community designation and discusses adopting a Complete Streets policy aimed at making roads safer for all users — cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers alike.
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Award $1,868,650 contract for commercial sidewalk replacement in Regions 2 & 3
Staff recommends awarding Bid #46-24 to ICOS Management, LLC in the amount of $1,868,650.00 for the 2021 Commercial Sidewalk Replacement Program covering Regions 2 and 3.
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Resolution 24-04: agree with Dallas County to design and build Central Trail Extension
This resolution would approve a project-specific agreement with Dallas County under its Capital Improvement Program to design and construct transportation improvements for the Central Trail Extension, and authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement.
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Review applications for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Council will review applications submitted for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) along with city staff's recommendations for appointments.
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Create a new Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee by ordinance
Ordinance No. 4478 would formally establish a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee in the city's code, spelling out how it is created, who serves on it, member terms, and its responsibilities.
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Update on Active Transportation Plan, Bicycle Friendly Community designation, and advisory committee
Staff will brief council on the city's Active Transportation Plan, the process to renew Richardson's League of American Bicyclists' Bicycle Friendly Community designation, and a proposal to formally establish a Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee.
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Resolution approving interlocal agreement for Cotton Belt Regional Trail local contributions
Resolution No. 23-28 would authorize an interlocal cooperation agreement between the City of Richardson and the North Central Texas Council of Governments regarding local funding contributions for the Cotton Belt Regional Trail.
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Discussion: Cotton Belt Regional Trail project and creek channelization variance
Council will review and discuss the Cotton Belt Regional Trail Project and a variance request related to creek channelization associated with it.
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Approve Resolution No. 23-26: creek channelization variance for Cotton Belt Trail
Council is asked to approve Resolution No. 23-26, granting a variance under Section 9-45(9) of the Code of Ordinances to allow creek channelization work needed for the Cotton Belt Regional Trail Project.
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Council reviews transportation and mobility work plan
The council will review and discuss the city's Transportation and Mobility Work Plan, which outlines planned transportation and mobility initiatives.
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Partner with Dallas County to improve pedestrian and bike access at US 75 and Belt Line Road
Resolution No. 23-17 would approve a project-specific agreement with Dallas County under the county's Major Capital Improvements Program to design and improve pedestrian and bicycle access at the US 75 and Belt Line Road intersection.
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Add $100,000 to sidewalk replacement contract, bringing total to $770,050
The council is asked to approve a change order increasing Contract #321000852 with HQS Construction LLC for the 2021 Commercial Sidewalk Replacement Program Region 1 by $100,000, raising the total contract value to $770,050.
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Resolution 23-06: adopt the Active Transportation Plan
The council is asked to formally adopt the city's Active Transportation Plan, which guides improvements to biking, walking, and other non-motorized travel options.
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Review of final draft Active Transportation Plan
The council will review and discuss the final draft of Richardson's Active Transportation Plan, which covers how residents walk, bike, and use other non-motorized ways to get around the city.
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Discussion of transportation and mobility projects
Council will review and discuss the city's current and planned transportation and mobility projects.
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Adjust two sidewalk replacement contracts, with a net increase of about $5,000
Council considers decreasing Contract #321000281 with Advance Contracting Group for the 2015 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program (Region 5 and Region 4 Completion) by $229,777.19 and increasing Contract #321000864 with Aushill Construction, LLC for the 2021 Sidewalk Replacement Residential Region 1A by $234,822.
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Discussion of preliminary draft Active Transportation Plan
The council will review and discuss a preliminary draft of the city's Active Transportation Plan, which covers options for walking, biking, and other non-motorized travel.
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Council reviews the Transportation and Mobility work plan
The council will review and discuss the city's planned transportation and mobility projects and priorities.
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Award $1,139,670 contract for residential sidewalk replacement in Region 1A
Bid #56-22 recommends awarding a contract to Aushill Construction, LLC in the amount of $1,139,670.00 for the 2021 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program in Region 1A.
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Award $1,150,700 contract for residential sidewalk replacement in Region 2A
Bid #57-22 recommends awarding a contract to HQS Construction, LLC in the amount of $1,150,700.00 for the 2021 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program in Region 2A.
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Award $670,050 contract for commercial sidewalk replacement in Region 1
Bid #58-22 recommends awarding a contract to HQS Construction, LLC in the amount of $670,050.00 for the 2021 Commercial Sidewalk Replacement Program in Region 1.
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Active Transportation Plan reviewed and discussed
Council will review and discuss the city's Active Transportation Plan, which covers walking, biking, and other non-motorized ways to get around Richardson.
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Agreement with TxDOT for Greenville Ave. multimodal improvements funding
Resolution No. 21-17 would approve an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation under the Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TASA) Program for multimodal improvements along Greenville Avenue, and authorize the City Manager to sign it.
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Award contract for residential sidewalk replacement in Regions 4 and 5
Staff recommends awarding Bid #33-21 to Advance Contracting Group in the amount of $1,312,143.80, including Bid Alternates No. 1 and 2, to complete sidewalk replacements in Region 5 and finish Region 4 under the 2015 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program.
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Change order to reduce sidewalk replacement contract with Cam-Crete Contracting
Staff requests approval of a change order to decrease Purchase Order #190268 with Cam-Crete Contracting, Inc. for the 2015 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program Region 2 by $74,545.40.
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Resolution committing 20% local match for Greenville Avenue bike and pedestrian project
This resolution formally commits Richardson to contributing a 20% local funding match as required to participate in the North Central Texas Council of Governments' Transportation Alternatives Set Aside Program for improvements to biking and walking along Greenville Avenue.
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Discussion: update on trail projects
Council will receive an update on the status of current trail projects in Richardson.
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Award $873,921 contract for residential sidewalk replacement program Region 4
Staff recommends awarding Bid #04-20 to Estrada Concrete Co., LLC for the 2015 Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program Region 4, including Alternate No. 1, for $873,921.