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The Belt + Main development, which will be made up of more than a dozen buildings, is expected to be a downtown destination, with multifamily units, and restaurant and retail space. DOWNTOWN RICHARDSON AN ANCHOR FOR
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2,966-4,739 square feet per building 15,000 square feet of restaurant and retail space Five-story mixed-use buildings 350 multifamily units available for lease 7,000 square feet of resident amenities Early 2023 rst phase of Belt + Main development to open Late 2023 Belt + Main development fully opened
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Belt + Main project part of revitalization e orts in Richardson’s historic downtown
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multifamily units that will be avail- able for lease, and 7,000 square feet of residential amenities. The project is expected to open its initial parking structure in the rst quarter of 2023, with additional phases expected to follow every cou- ple of months. Work on the Belt + Main devel- opment is part of a larger focus on revitalizing the historic downtown area of Richardson. The historic downtown, located between Greer and Phillips streets on the east side
of Central Expressway, was de ned in 2009 along with four other rede- velopment zones that make up The Core District. Those include the Downtown, Richardson Heights, Interurban, Lockwood and China- town communities. The Core District has undergone signi cant redevelop- ment, with new businesses poised to be added, according to city o cials. The revitalization e ort includes the completed Main Street reconstruction project and CONTINUED ON 20
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NOW OPEN 1 M2 Chiropractic opened its second location this summer in Richardson at 208 S. Cottonwood Drive, Ste. 100. M2 o ers services for a variety of ailments, including neck pain, golfer’s elbow, arthritis, muscle spasms, di culty walk- ing and post-surgical back pain. At the Richardson o ce, chiropractor Konner Ackerman also o ers additional athletic training. 972-521-6213. www.m2chiropractic.com/richardson 2 Dessert Lab opened this summer in Richardson at 329 E. Polk St., Ste. 100. The dessert store o ers a variety of unique dessert dishes, including a glazed doughnut ice cream sandwich and a waf- e ice cream sandwich. The restaurant is open seven days a week after 5 p.m. on weekdays. 469-740-6600. 3 Glitter Beauty Boutique opened Aug. 13 at 400 N. Coit Road, Ste. 1920,
Richardson. The boutique focuses on eyelash care, including volume and wispy eyelashes. Ownership said the business plans to o er hair extension services. Glitter Beauty Boutique is open seven days a week, with walk-ins welcome in addition to appointments. 832-523-1442. www.styleseat.com/glitterbeauty 4 Pizza Stop opened Sept. 14 in Richardson at 4251 E. Renner Road. According to its website, the pizza shop is operated by “two pizza-loving brothers” and recreates popular pizzas with a twist of western Asian avors. Ownership said the business plans to hold a grand opening event sometime soon. Pizza Stop is open until 3 a.m. serving pizzas, pastas, salads and wings. 972-975-5555. www.pizzastoptexas.com 5 Peter’s Barbershop opened Sept. 19 at 905 N. Jupiter Road, Ste. 200, next to Lux Nails and Spa in Richardson. The barbershop o ers haircuts, shaves,
facials and color treatments for all ages, according to ownership. Customers can schedule an appointment over the phone. 972-530-7779. 6 JS International Grill opened a second location in Richardson on Oct. 8 in the Richardson Heights shopping center at 100 S. Central Expressway. The restaurant is located in the former space of Lahla’s Plant Kitchen next to Half Price Books. JS International Grill serves a variety of international cuisine, including Jamaican jerk chicken, shrimp pasta and samosas. 214-647-1290. www.jsinternational2go.com COMING SOON 7 Express Driving School Dallas will open before the end of October at 819 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson, according to company o cials. Ex- press Driving School o ers two-hour
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Another Time and Place Grill has been granted a special permit for a smoking patio at its Richardson location at 925 Abrams Road.
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NAME CHANGES 11 The ER Near Me near Richardson rebranded to Surepoint Emergency Center in July. The free-standing emer- gency room opened under its new name at the same location, 15767 N. Coit Road, Dallas, just outside of Richardson city limits. Surepoint is a 24/7 operational emergency center providing medical services ranging from abdominal pain and bronchitis to seizures. 469-706-9296. www.surepoint-er.com/locations/ richardson-dallas IN THE NEWS 12 Richardson o cials announced Santa’s Village will move to Huines Park for the 2022 holiday season after the City Hall re. According to city o - cials, the traditional Santa’s Village site, which is located in the fountain plaza The restaurant’s owner, Mehmet Shon Celik, said he is proud of the support the community showed in helping push for his business’ approval. “I am very grateful to the mayor and all the other council members that made it right after I invested so much money in Richardson,” he said. The restaurant is at 925 Abrams Road in the southeast area of Richardson. Celik said he plans to begin construction on the smoking patio as soon as possible. FEATURED IMPACT EXPANSION Richardson City Council approved a special-use permit during its Oct. 10 meeting that will allow Another Time and Place Grill to provide dining and hookah smoking on an outdoor patio. Because the establishment will provide tobacco and tobacco accessories as well as allow on-site smoking, the special-use permit was required to be approved by council. According to city o cials, there are 11 facilities that o er smoking in Richardson, including two cigar lounges, ve hookah lounges and four restaurants that o er hookah smoking.
City documents show the restaurant will operate on a 1,336-square- foot patio. City documents said the concept will be similar to Celik’s other concept at the Turkish Café & Lounge at 8412 Preston Road, Plano. According to the permit, the smoking patio will be restricted to those age 21 and over. In addition, the establishment’s hours of operation are limited from 11 a.m.- midnight on Sundays-Thursdays and 11 a.m.-2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Live music, recorded music or any other type of live entertainment will be prohibited on both outdoor patios, according to city o cials. 469-917-7714. www.anothertimeandplace.com
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adjacent to City Hall, has been covered by re-related fencing. Huines Park is at 300 N. Plano Road just north of Belt Line Road. Santa’s Village is set to open Dec. 3; a nal schedule for operating hours and activities is still being determined. Parks Director Lori Smeby said the Huines Park location will include an entertainment stage and a walk-through option available for the public during nonprogrammed hours. Santa’s Village is a free nightly holiday event open to the public during the rst three weeks of December, according to the city’s website. The celebration includes photos with Santa, musical performances and an annual opening night Tree Lighting Ceremony. https://bit.ly/3CH2Q5g
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FEATURED EVENT Tribute singers Steve Leeds and Sharon Owens will perform a set of covers from the duo of jazz legend Tony Bennett and pop star Lady Gaga, who together released two jazz albums, “Cheek To Cheek” and “Love For Sale.” Leeds and Owens will be accompanied by an ensemble of local musicians. 2 p.m. $45-$65. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/ event/i/8484/d/cheek-to-cheek
WORTH THE TRIP The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is hosting ve one-hour hikes where attendees can view fall colors on Tuesdays in November. The rst hike will be at Lake Park Disk Golf on Nov. 1, followed by Thrive Nature Park, Central Park, Tower Bay and the LLELA Blackjack Trail. Hikers are encouraged to post photos using the hashtag #LewisvilleParksFallColors. Noon-1 p.m. Free; $5 entry for the nal hike on Nov. 29. Lake Park, 600 Sandy Beach Road, Lewisville. 972-219-3550. www.llela.org
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using the band’s 2004 album of the same name, follows three friends as they navigate their lives in a post-9/11 world and leave their hometown for new lives. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.-Sun.). Free (Oct. 27 only), $15. University Theatre, 800 W. Campbell Road, Richardson. 972-883-2787. START HOLIDAY SHOPPING The Pacesetter Holiday Bazaar will showcase over 200 vendors as a fundraiser for JJ Pearce High School’s Pacesetter Booster Club. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to purchase ra e tickets for a variety of prizes, such as gift cards, sports tickets and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Oct. 29), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Oct. 30). JJ Pearce High School, 1600 N. Coit Road, Richardson. www.pacesetterbazaar.com 30 PRACTICE YOGA WITH GOATS Goat Yoga Dallas will visit https://aht.utdallas.edu 29 THROUGH 30 Lockwood Distilling Co. Attendees will be taught a yoga class among free- roaming goats, which will be dressed up in Halloween costumes and are known to play with humans by nibbling, nudging and stepping on them. 10-11 a.m. $32. Lockwood Distilling Co., 506 Lockwood Drive, Ste. A, Richardson. www.facebook.com/goatyogadallas NOVEMBER 01 HEAR FROM LOCAL SUPERINTENDENTS Richardson ISD Superintendent Tabitha Branum and Plano ISD Superintendent Theresa Williams will speak on their districts’ latest workforce development programs at the Richardson Chamber of Commerce’s Education & Workforce Committee’s State of the District
Luncheon. A bu et lunch will be served. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $40 (chamber members), $50 (nonmembers), $400 (table of eight). Richardson Richardson. 972-792-2800. www.richardsonchamber.com 04 IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH The Richardson Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Methodist Richardson Medical Center will hold its ISD Professional Development Center, 701 W. Belt Line Road, annual Health & Wellness Expo. The event will include giveaways as well as booths from chamber members that address community health needs, such as health and tness, nutrition, mobility and more. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. West Coast University, 2323 N. Central Expressway, Richardson. 501-940-1796. www.richardsonchamber.com 05 COMPETE IN TRIVIA The Richardson Woman’s Club will hold a fundraising trivia challenge with a silent auction. Tickets to this event include two drink tickets, snacks and prizes for the winners. 6 p.m. (doors), 6:45 p.m. (trivia stars). $40 (individual), $200 (table of six). Network of Community Ministries, 1500 International Parkway, Richardson. 972-238-0841. https://rwctx.org 12 CHECK OUT LIVE MUSIC Six Springs Tavern is throwing a customer appreciation party to celebrate ve years in business. Blues/country singer Jeremiah Johnson, Americana/ outlaw country band Tin&Tonic, and blues-rock singer Clay Melton will perform. Tickets must be purchased online in advance, and attendees can use the promo code “SixXSix” for a free ticket for a limited time. 7 p.m. (doors), 8 p.m.
(show). Free (with promo code), $5.04 (without code). Six Springs Tavern, 147 N. Plano Road, Richardson. 469-917-3040. https://sixspringslive.com 12 CREATE HOLIDAY ORNAMENTS The Richardson Public Library will teach a class on how to create unique holiday ornaments using recycled materials. The class is open to both teenagers and adults, and registration is required. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Richardson Public Library basement program room, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library 17 SPEND AN EVENING WITH NIGELLA LAWSON Nigella Lawson, an award-winning journalist, food writer and TV cook, is stopping at Richardson’s Eisemann Center as part of her North American tour. Lawson will discuss her latest book, “Cook, Eat, Repeat: Ingredients, Recipes, and Stories,” and share her rituals and philosophies in the world of cooking. 7:30 p.m. $35-$60. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. https://bit.ly/3CErnYM 19 RUN FOR A CAUSE Presented by the Methodist Richardson Medical Center, the Gobble Hobble fun run and 5K raises money for the Boys & Girls Club of Richardson’s youth programs. Register before Oct. 31 to receive a race shirt and a bib as well as a timing chip and nishers medal for 5K runners. Awards will be given to the overall male and female 5K winners as well as by age group. 8:15 a.m. (fun run), 8:45 a.m. (5K). $15 (fun run), $35 (5K). Galatyn Park, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. www.gobblehobble.com
The Richardson Theatre Centre is putting on performances of the play “A Few Good Men.” The play follows the story of two men in the Navy accused of murder and their lawyers, who must learn to work together to solve the mystery of what really happened at Guatanamo Bay. 7:30 p.m. (Thu.), 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 113, Richardson. 972-699-1130. www.richardsontheatrecentre.net 15 THROUGH NOV. 5, 12 FIND OUT RICHARDSON’S TOP DOG 2 p.m. (Sun.). $20 (Thu.), $22 (Fri.-Sun.). Richardson Theatre The Richardson Kiwanis Club is holding a Top Dog Contest to raise funds for its various community service projects. Residents can submit a photo of their dog and vote for their favorites through Nov. 5 at www.gogophotocontest.com/ richardsonkiwanisclub. Prizes for winners include two cases of Happy Hippie Co. beer with the dog’s photo on the cans, family portraits, Four Bullets Brewery beers named after the dog, and gift cards and baskets. An awards ceremony and party will be held at Four Bullets Brewery at 640 N. Interurban St., Richardson, on Nov. 12. $5 (contest entry), $1 (per vote). https://richardsonkiwanis.wordpress.com 27 THROUGH NOV. 3 ROCK OUT TO THE MUSIC OF GREEN DAY The University of Texas at Dallas’ School of Arts, Humanities and Technology will put on performances of the rock opera “American Idiot.” The musical, written by Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong
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lane closures a ecting northbound access onto the President George Bush Turnpike. Turnpike closures are expected to last daily from 9 p.m.-5 a.m. through the end of November. According to city o cials, those wishing to take the Turnpike west- bound are expected to make a U-turn at 15th Street and take exit 28B. In addition, travelers through Richardson may notice increased activity on the Kansas City Southern rail line that stretches from the southeast to northwest in the city, as supplies for the Silver Line project are conveyed to work sites.
A number of updates were provided in September for work on Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line project in Richardson. The Silver Line is a $1.89 billion commuter rail line being built by DART that will connect Richardson travelers to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport with an estimated travel time of 51 minutes or less, according to the transit agency. The project is sched- uled to be complete by late 2024. Phase 2 of construction for the DART Silver Line Bridge over US 75 in Richardson began Sept. 24, with
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Richardson Chamber of Commerce planning to focus on workforce commission, other services
CHANGING TIMES The Richardson Chamber of Commerce marked 75 years of serving the city’s business community in 2021.
The o cial charter for the Richardson Chamber of Commerce is granted.
1946
BY JACKSON KING
the chamber’s new direction. “I think her experience in [Rich- ardson] will be very valuable ... through this time of o ering service, listening, asking the right
prioritize workforce development, which is a priority for companies in this economy. “We still are in the mode of helping our business community thrive,” Durkin said. Other changes expected for the chamber include a new logo and branding as well as potential renova- tions for the chamber building, which is located at 411 Belle Grove Drive. The chamber has renewed its leadership roles for Quirk and Paul Bendel, senior vice president of programs and events. Quirk took over this year following the departure of former President and CEO Bill Sproull. She previously spent nine years on the Richardson ISD board of trustees, including ve years as board president. Durkin said Quirk’s history of leadership roles in Richardson makes her a strong candidate in guiding
After 75 years assisting Richardson businesses, the Richardson Chamber of Commerce is undergoing a large refocusing e ort. According to President and CEO Kim Quirk, the chamber plans to refocus its e orts internally after the removal of the economic develop- ment department in August. “This will allow us to hone in on chamber services for our members,” Quirk said. “As Richardson continues, its diverse expansion of cultures in town continues to evolve.” The role of economic development had been part of the Richardson Chamber of Commerce’s responsi- bilities before its adoption under the city, with Jenny Mizutowicz hired to serve as Richardson’s director of economic development. Chamber Board Chair Manasseh Durkin said the board plans to
The Richardson Convention and Visitors Bureau is established.
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Bill Sproull is hired as president and CEO.
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questions, rebranding and refocus- ing,” Durkin said. “I think those are all things that she is excellent at.” In addition, chamber o cials said Bendel will stay on as executive director of Tech Titans, a local nonpro t technology trade orga- nization that promotes the North Texas technology ecosystem, per its website. Bendel has been with the organization since 2003. “[Tech Titans is] a great asset to Richardson, and I think [Bendel’s] long-term knowledge of how they function is important,” Durkin said.
The chamber receives a 5-star accreditation from the U.S. Chamber.
2010 2015 2020
Feb. Former President and CEO Bill Sproull resigns. Kimberly Quirk is named interim CEO.
2022
Sept. Kimberly Quirk is announced as full-time president and CEO.
SOURCES: RICHARDSON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, CITY OF RICHARDSON COMMUNITY IMPACT
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2022
VOTER GUIDE GUIDE
Candidates and information for general elections
COMPILED BY WILLIAM C. WADSACK
DATES TO KNOW Oct. 24 First day of early voting
WHERE TO VOTE
Nov. 8 Election Day Nov. 8 Last day to receive ballot by mail (or Nov. 9 if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. at location of election on Election Day)
Voters in Collin County or Dallas County may cast a ballot at any polling location during early voting and on Election Day. Visit www.collincountytx.gov/elections or www.dallascountyvotes.org to see a full list of where to vote during early voting and on Election Day.
Oct. 28 Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) Nov. 4 Last day of early voting
SOURCES: DALLAS COUNTY ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY IMPACT
Only candidates in contested elections are included.
SAMPLE BALLOT
R Republican
D Democrat
L Libertarian
G Green
I Independent
STATE Governor *Incumbent
Justice, Supreme Court, Place 5 R Rebeca Huddle* D Amanda Reichek Justice, Supreme Court, Place 9 R Evan Young* D Julia Maldonado Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 5 R Scott Walker* D Dana Hu man Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 6 R Jesse McClure* D Robert Johnson State Board of Education, District 12 R Pam Little D Alex Cornwallis L Christy Mowrey Texas Senate, District 2 R Rob Hall D Prince S. Giadolor Texas House of Representatives, District 33 R Justin Holland D Graeson Lynskey Texas House of Representatives, District 70 R Jamee Jolly D Mihaela Elizabeth Plesa FEDERAL U.S. representative, District 24 R Beth Van Duyne* D Jan McDowell
U.S. representative, District 32
County justice of the peace, Precinct 2, Place 1 D Margaret O’Brien* R Stephen Stanley County justice of the peace, Precinct 2, Place 2 D KaTina Whit eld* R Deborah Bobbitt County justice of the peace, Precinct 3, Place 1 D Adam Swartz R Gregg Shalan County commissioner, Precinct 2 D Andrew Sommerman R J.J. Koch County commissioner, Precinct 4 D Elba Garcia L Timothy Miles
Dallas County Proposition A: A special election regarding a proposed expansion of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. The proposal, known as the Brimer Bill, seeks to use an increase in the city’s hotel occupancy tax to fund the convention center expansion and Fair Park improvements. If approved, the bill allows a 2% increase in the total hotel occupancy tax rate from 13% to 15%. Hotel occupancy tax is a state mandatory tax applied to guests who rent a hotel room that costs $15 or more each day, according to the Texas comptroller’s website. The convention center at 650 S. Gri n St. in downtown Dallas is a city-owned facility that holds events.
R Antonio Swad D Colin Allred* LOCAL Justice, 5th Court of Appeals District, Place 4 R Emily A. Miskel D Maricela Moore Justice, 5th Court of Appeals District, Place 7 R Kristina Williams D Nancy Kennedy COLLIN COUNTY County judge R Chris Hill* D Joshua Murray District clerk R Mike Gould D David Brignac Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 R Ellen Skinner D Jennifer McKenzie DALLAS COUNTY Criminal district attorney
R Greg Abbott* D Beto O’Rourke L Mark Tippetts G Delilah Barrios Lieutenant governor
R Dan Patrick* D Mike Collier L Shanna Steele Attorney general R Ken Paxton* D Rochelle Mercedes Garza L Mark Ash Comptroller of public accounts R Glenn Hegar* D Janet T. Dudding L V. Alonzo Echevarria-Garza Commissioner of the General Land O ce R Dawn Buckingham D Jay Kleberg G Alfred Molison Commissioner of agriculture R Sid Miller* D Susan Hays Railroad commissioner R Wayne Christian* D Luke Warford L Jaime Andres Diez G Hunter Crow Justice, Supreme Court, Place 3 R Debra Lehrmann* D Erin Nowell L Thomas Edward Oxford
PLANO ISD Voters in Plano ISD will choose “For” or “Against” for each of these ve propositions. Proposition A: Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election—whether to allow the district to levy a property tax rate of $1.25975 per $100 valuation with $1.02240 per $100 valuation for maintenance and operations, and $0.23735 per $100 valuation for debt service Proposition B: whether to issue $1.17 billion in bonds for school renovations and safety Proposition C: whether to issue $173.45 million in bonds for instructional technology Proposition D: whether to issue $130 million in bonds for an event center Proposition E: whether to issue $19.212 million in bonds for safety and maintenance at stadiums
R Faith Johnson D John Creuzot* County judge R Lauren Davis D Clay Jenkins* County treasurer D Pauline Medrano* R Shelly Akerly
Only candidates in contested elections are included. Go to county election websites for information on uncontested races.
For more election coverage and to read full Q&As, go to communityimpact.com.
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2022 VOTER GUIDE
Understanding mail-in ballot rejections
WHAT TO WATCH FOR
Errors cited in rejected mail-in ballots include failing to provide ID numbers on applications or having ID numbers on applications not matching county voter records. New directions have been added to reduce issues. If mail-in ballot applications are rejected, voters will be noti ed.
STEP 1: SAMPLE MAIL IN BALLOT APPLICATION
STEP 2: SAMPLE MAIL IN BALLOT
Texas Driver’s License, Texas Personal Identi cation Number or Election Identi cation Certi cate Number issued by the Department of Public Safety (NOT your voter registration Voter Unique Identi er Number) You must provide one of the following numbers:
Since the passage of state Senate Bill 1 during the 87th legislative session in 2021, mail-in ballot rejections have risen statewide. COMPILED BY WESLEY GARDNER
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If you do not have a Texas Driver’s License, a Texas Personal Identi cation Number or a Texas Election Identi cation Certi cate Number, give the last four digits of your Social Security number.
You must provide one of the following:
Required information:
Banned in-person drive-thru voting, 24-hour voting Added new ID requirements for voting by mail Made proactively distributing mail ballot applications a state felony Increased autonomy for poll watchers by allowing them “free movement,” requiring training Limited help voter assistants can provide to in- person voters
Driver's license, personal ID or election ID
Last four digits of Social Security number
I have not been
issued a driver's license or ID
I have not been issued a Texas Driver’s License/ Texas Personal Identi cation Number/Texas Election Identi cation Certi cate or Social Security Number. APPLICATION REQUIREMENT: ID NUMBERS A new law requires those who vote by mail to include one of the following ID numbers on their applications:
Phone: OPTIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION: Email:
Provide optional contact information to expedite the correction process. Visit www.votetexas.gov/voting-by-mail/track-my- ballot.html to track ballot status and correct errors. BALLOT REQUIREMENT: MATCHING ID NUMBERS The same number submitted on applications must also be on their ballots. Election o cials o er the following tips:
RISING REJECTION RATES
2016* 2018* 2020* March 1, 2022 May 7, 2022 May 25, 2022
1.8% 1.8%
0.8%
Texas driver’s license number Texas state ID number Last four digits of their Social Security number Election ID certi cate number
12.4%
5% 3.9%
*INCLUDES ALL ELECTIONS HELD THAT YEAR
SOURCES: HARRIS COUNTY ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATOR, MONTGOMERY COUNTY ELECTIONS ADMINISTRATOR, TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE COMMUNITY IMPACT
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CITY & SCHOOLS
News from Richardson, Richardson ISD & Plano ISD
Richardson City Council meets Oct. 24, and Nov. 7, 14 and 21 at 6 p.m. Due to a fire at city hall, council meetings have been temporarily relocated to various city facilities. Updated details on meeting locations can be found on the city’s website at www.cor.net. Richardson ISD board of trustees meets Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. at the RISD Administration Building, 400 S. Greenville Ave., Richardson. The meetings are streamed live online at www.web.risd.org. MEETINGS WE COVER HIGHLIGHTS RICHARDSON The city police department is looking to pass a new ordinance that would make it illegal to possess a used, cut or unbolted catalytic converter that has been removed from a motor vehicle, unless the person in possession provides proof of ownership. PLANO ISD New employees hired during the first half of the school year will get a one-time stipend as part of recruitment and retention efforts. New teachers, nurses and librarians will receive $1,000, and all other eligible employees will receive $500, per the district.
District turns to voters to set property tax rate and approve nearly $1.5B worth of new capital projects
Short-term rental rules set by City Council
District to tackle learning gap, more with improvement plan
BY JACKSON KING
as well as college, career and military readiness. RISD staff provided the board with data regarding the learning gap caused by the pandemic and recommended updates based on this trend to inform board goals. One of the major goals of the district improvement plan is to ensure diversity. Superintendent Tabitha Branum said RISD is hoping to use programs and learning opportunities so the district meets the unique needs of all students.
RICHARDSON ISD The board of trustees approved the district improvement plan, campus improvement plans and updated board goals for the 2022-23 school year during its Oct. 13 meeting. According to district officials, Texas House Bill 3 requires school boards to adopt detailed plans for student perfor- mance goals in third grade reading and third grade math
BY VALERIE WIGGLESWORTH
measures will have no effect on the district’s tax rate, but the language that voters see on the ballot describes each of these measures as a property tax increase under state law. The tax increase comes from the debt the district will incur. “People read that, and if they haven’t spent 15 minutes of educat- ing themselves, it’s hard for a lot of people to get over that hurdle,” said Johnny Hill, PISD’s deputy superin- tendent for business and employee services. A website taking a deep dive into each ballot measure with additional information is available at www.pisd.edu/election2022. “Our goal is to share information about our elections with as many people as possible so they can make an informed decision when they go to the polls,” Superintendent Theresa Williams said in an email.
BALLOT PROPOSITIONS
PLANO ISD District officials said they want voters to know the why and the how behind the five propo- sitions on the Nov. 8 ballot. If voters say yes, the measures would not only generate about $9 million more for the district’s day-to-day operations but also fund nearly $1.5 billion worth of critical infrastructure upgrades needed at its 73 campuses and other facilities. The first proposition on the ballot would set the district’s property tax rate. PISD is proposing a decrease of $0.061 per $100 valuation compared with its current tax rate. The remaining four measures would allow the district to issue bonds and take on debt to pay for a host of capital projects, including campus renovations, and security and technology upgrades. PISD officials said passage of the four bond
BY JACKSON KING
RICHARDSON City Council approved an ordinance setting regulations for the operation of short-term rentals in the city during its Sept. 26 meeting. Council discussed the issue of setting standards for short- term rentals throughout several meetings, including a Sept. 19 presentation that detailed sev- eral elements of the ordinance. “As most of the council has stated, ... I think this is an excellent first step,” Mayor Paul Voelker said during the Sept. 19 City Council meeting. City Manager Don Magner said the ordinance was the best manner of regulating these short-term rentals, as it is not legally possible to ban them.
Voters in Plano ISD will consider five propositions as part of the Nov. 8 election.
Approve property tax rate of $1.25975 per $100 valuation. Issue $1.17B in bonds for school renovations and safety valuation.
A B D C E
Rise in costs could affect work on 2021 district bond projects
to drive cost increases on all major construction projects,” said James Watson, RISD chief executive director of operations. One option suggested by Super- intendent Tabitha Branum was to reduce the scope of projects from the 2021 bond or to defer funding to a future bond. Another possibility presented during the meeting is placing a supplemental bond package before voters to address the shortfall. However, no further details on that were discussed by the board, and no action was taken.
PROJECTED SHORTFALL Richardson ISD could see a funding shortfall for its bond package. bond package approved in 2021 projected shortfall on $750M $77M
Issue $173.45M in bonds for instructional technology.
BY JACKSON KING
RICHARDSON ISD The board of trustees discussed a potential shortfall in funding for the 2021 bond package because of increases in construction costs. “The skyrocketing price of steel and building materials coupled with shortages of skilled labor continue
Issue $130M in bonds for an event center.
work at Pearce High, and Forest Meadow and Lake Highlands junior highs is when the next bond package is planned.
Issue $19.21M in bonds for safety and maintenance at stadiums.
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SOURCE: RICHARDSON ISD/ COMMUNITY IMPACT
SOURCE: PLANO ISD/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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