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Project near Silver Line set to benet UT Dallas

Construction is underway on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Silver Line, which will run along the southern edge of The University of Texas at Dallas.

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Planned 36-acre Points at Waterview development slated to bring more housing, amenities to Richardson

is that research and development or … lab space, that could be both for university students but also for the private sector to come in and leverage,” City Manager Don Magner said.

Richardson City Council approved a zoning change Sept. 14, allowing the university and real estate development rm Wolverine Interests to begin work on the project ahead of Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s upcoming Silver Line project. “The real unique opportunity at this [project]

BY KEVIN CUMMINGS

Plans are underway for a new 36-acre mixed- use development near The University of Texas at Dallas campus to add more housing and amenities to the area.

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Also in this issue

Impacts: Wulf Burger brings latest location to Richardson (Page 7)

Transportation: High-speed rail sees potential revival (Page 12)

Education: Richardson ISD STAAR scores improve (Page 14)

Business: Lifelong love leads to Comic Asylum success (Page 18)

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78 5 Furniture Expo Previously located at 1736 E. Belt Line Road, Furniture Expo has relocated. The store sells a wide range of household furniture, such as beds, couches, sofas and most other indoor furniture. According to the company’s website, the new location is bigger and allows for a larger selection. • Relocated Sept. 2

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1 Credit Union of Texas SMART Branch Through a partnership with Credit Union of Texas, Richardson ISD has opened a student-run bank on the campus of Lloyd V. Berkner High School and STEM Academy. Called a SMART Branch, the bank branch has students from the school’s career and technical education program accepting deposits, processing withdrawals, opening accounts and processing loan payments. It includes a lobby, offices, a classroom and a

2 Wingstop A new Wingstop location is opening in Richardson. The restaurant serves wings, tenders and chicken sandwiches with 11 flavor options. • Opening in early 2024 • 710 W. Renner Road, Ste. 3, Richardson • www.wingstop.com 3 Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta Italian restaurant Zio Al’s Pizza & Pasta is opening soon in Richardson. Along with pizza and pasta, the restaurant will serve calzones, wings and tenders and sub sandwiches. A company official said they are “working

6 ADDA South Asian restaurant ADDA is now closed in Richardson. The restaurant first opened in April 2021 and served Indian and Pakistani street food with American twists, such as tandoori mac and cheese, and nihari sub sandwiches. The company announced the closure in a social media post, but did not give a reason. • Closed Sept. 4 • 744 S. Central Expressway, Ste. 230, Richardson • www.instagram.com/addaeatery

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7 Wulf Burger Local restaurant chain Wulf Burger has opened in Richardson. The restaurant, which has locations in Dallas, McKinney and Frisco, is known for its red or green buns, which use either a natural beet or avocado extract. Along with hamburgers, Wulf Burger has vegan options and chicken sandwiches on the menu. • Opened Sept. 11 • 1370 E. Belt Line Road, Richardson • www.wulfburgers.com

8 Shibam Coffee Opening soon in Richardson, Shibam Coffee will offer organic Yemeni coffee, Moroccan tea, meditative tea and several pastry options. • Opening October • 850 S. Greenville Ave., Ste. 105, Richardson • www.shibamcoffee.com

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2023

Proposition D The issuance of $22,450,000 bonds for acquiring, developing, constructing, renovating, improving, and equipping land for park and open space purposes, including participation in joint county-city projects, and the levy of a tax in payment thereof. Proposition E The issuance of $380,000,000 bonds for designing, developing, constructing, renovating, improving, extending, expanding, and maintaining roads and bridges within the county, and the levy of a tax in payment thereof. There are 14 statewide constitutional amendments on the ballot as well. Learn more on Page 9.

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Oct. 23: First day of early voting Oct. 27: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) Nov. 3: Last day of early voting Nov. 7: Election Day and the last day to receive ballot by mail (or Nov. 8 if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. at location of election)

Voters in Collin County will choose “For” or “Against” on the county propositions. Proposition A The issuance of $251,864,179 for designing, developing, constructing, renovating, improving, expanding, and equipping court facilities and juvenile and adult detention facilities, and the levy of a tax in payment thereof. Proposition B The issuance of $5,700,000 bonds for designing, developing, constructing, renovating, improving, expanding, and equipping the existing Collin County animal shelter, and the levy of a tax in payment thereof. Proposition C The issuance of $13,360,685 bonds for designing, developing, constructing, renovating, improving, expanding, and equipping Collin County Medical Examiner’s Office facilities, and the levy of a tax in payment thereof.

Where to vote

Collin and Dallas county residents can vote at any polling location during early voting or on Election Day. Visit www.collincountytx.gov or www.dallascountyvotes.org for polling locations.

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Breaking down the 14 state propositions on the Nov. ballot

Texas voters will find 14 propositions to amend the state constitution on the Nov. 7 ballot. Community Impact spoke with Brandon Rottinghaus, a political science professor at the University of Houston, to break down each proposition. Constitutional amendment elections give Texans “a window into the policy process” and a “chance to participate” in state affairs, Rottinghaus said.

Proposition 10

Proposition 5

SJR 87 What it’s asking: Proposition 10 would prevent medical and biomedical manufacturers from paying taxes on their tangible personal property, which the majority of businesses are currently taxed on. Officials said this exemption would strengthen Texas’ medical industry.

HJR 3 What it’s asking: The state’s National Research University Fund would be replaced with the Texas University Fund. Four universities—Texas Tech University, the University of Houston, the University of North Texas and Texas State University—would qualify for the research endowment. Roughly $273 million would be set aside for 2024-25.

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Proposition 1

House Joint Resolution 126 What it’s asking: This proposition aims to increase landowners’ rights to regulate what happens on their property and limit state or federal interference.

Proposition 11

Proposition 6

SJR 32 What it’s asking: This proposition would create the El Paso County Conservation and Reclamation District. Various counties and regions in Texas have similar districts, which tax local residents to support the creation and development of water services and other facilities.

SJR 75 What it’s asking: Voters can decide whether to establish the Texas Water Fund, which would support new and existing water projects across the state. The Texas Water Development Board would oversee the new fund.

Proposition 2

Senate Joint Resolution 64 What it’s asking: City and county governments would be allowed to offer a property tax exemption to child care facilities. Rottinghaus said this would reduce property tax burdens on child care organizations, which many families rely on.

Proposition 7

Proposition 12

SJR 93 What it’s asking: This proposition would establish the Texas Energy Fund, which would finance the construction, maintenance and operation of electric facilities to ensure the state power grid remains reliable. The Public Utility Commission of Texas would oversee the new fund.

HJR 134 What it’s asking: This proposition would eliminate the Galveston County Treasurer’s Office. If approved, other county officials would take over the duties of the treasurer. All Texas voters can vote on the proposition, but it only takes effect if a majority of Galveston County voters authorize it.

Proposition 3

HJR 132 What it’s asking: This proposition asks voters to prevent a wealth tax, which is based on a person or entity’s assets, from being imposed in the future. Texas does not currently have any form of wealth taxes.

Proposition 8

Proposition 13

HJR 125 What it’s asking: Proposition 8 asks voters to authorize the creation of the Texas Broadband Infrastructure Fund, which would help expand high-speed internet access statewide. The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts would oversee the new fund.

HJR 107 What it’s asking: Voters can decide whether to raise the mandatory retirement period from 70-75 years old to 75-79 years old for justices and judges on appellate, district and criminal district courts.

Proposition 4

HJR 2, from the second special session What it’s asking: Voters can decide to authorize a $100,000 property tax exemption for Texans’ primary homes; establish a temporary 20% limit on annual value increases for nonhomestead properties worth $5 million or less; require members of appraisal boards in counties of over 75,000 people to serve staggered four- year terms; and prevent funds allocated for property tax relief from going against the state’s constitutional spending limit.

Proposition 9

Proposition 14

HJR 2, from the regular session What it’s asking: Voters can approve a cost-of- living adjustment for many former teachers. To combat inflation, teachers who retired before 2001 would get a 6% adjustment, those who retired between 2001-13 would get a 4% adjustment, and those who retired between 2013-20 would get a 2% adjustment.

SJR 74 What it’s asking: This proposition would create the Texas Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, which would support the creation and improvement of state parks. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department would oversee the new fund.

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Collin County residents will see a $683 million bond package on the Nov. 7 ballot. The details Proposition A includes $261.86 million for justice facility projects , such as: • The completion of the Adult Detention Center infirmary expansion and renovation project along with the jail kitchen • Russel A. Steindam Courts Building expan- sion to add 12 courtrooms, office suites and a 400-plus-vehicle garage • Construction of an additional housing at the juvenile justice facility, plus the relocation and Collin County bond to update roads, animal shelter

An expansion of the Collin County Animal Shelter is one of ve propositions residents will see on the Nov. 7 ballot.

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expansion of the Plano Juvenile Probation Office. Proposition B includes $5.7 million for the county’s animal shelter . Renovations would include the construction of a one-story, 10,000-square-foot addition. This addition would include: • Four kennel runs

Bond scope The Collin County bond, if passed, will fund renovations and construction of new county facilities and road improvements.

Proposition A: $261.86M justice facility projects Proposition B: $5.7M county’s animal shelter Proposition C: $13.36M medical examiner’s office

Proposition D: $22.45M parks and open spaces Proposition E: $380M various road projects

Bond Total $683M

• A cat quarantine room and sick bay • A clinic room with two surgery bays • Office and storage areas

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Proposition C includes $13.36 million for a med- ical examiner’s office . The project would include the construction of a one-story, 20,000-square- foot facility, including: • Family meeting rooms • Administration and shared office area • Autopsy complex Construction is estimated to finish August 2025 completion, according to the presentation. Proposition D encompasses $22.45 million for parks and open spaces throughout the county.

• Development of regional corridor roadways • Additional funding for US 380 • Regular contribution to Texas Department of Transportation projects • City thoroughfare improvements Looking ahead The last day to register to vote is Oct. 10. Early voting will start Oct. 23.

The bond could: • Provide $20 million to cities and other organiza- tions for parks and open space • Use $2.45 million for construction and renova- tion at the Myers Park and Event Center Proposition E would dedicate $380 million for various road projects . This includes: • Rebuilding county roads that are projected to be overloaded

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Texas Central, Amtrak exploring partnership Texas Central and Amtrak ocials are exploring a partnership to advance the 240-mile high-speed rail project proposed to connect Houston and Dallas, according to an Aug. 9 news release. The high-speed rail project, which was announced in 2014 by Texas Central, was set to be operational in 2023, by 2025 and in 2026, according to prior reporting. However, construction has not yet begun on the route. Two-minute impact Amtrak’s announcement states the two entities are evaluating a partnership to further determine the project’s viability. According to the release, the project would: • Provide travelers a 90-minute route between the two cities • Span 240 miles

• Oct. 14, 9-11 a.m. • $25 • Richardson Senior Center, 820 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson • www.cor.net/our-city/events-calendar Paul Renna performance Dallas-based musician Paul Renna is performing at the Old 75 Beer Garden. Renna has been performing music for more than 30 years. His music is inuenced by folk, Southern rock and Americana. • Oct. 19, 7-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • Old 75 Beer Garden, 740 S. Central Expressway, Richardson • www.old75beergarden.com/events-collection/ live-music-paul-renna ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street’ Repertory Company Theatre is performing the Broadway musical telling the story of a vengeful barber. • Oct. 20-29; Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. • $20-$35 • Repertory Company Theatre, 770 N. Coit Road, Richardson • www.rcttheatre.com/shows.html

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Updates set for Campbell intersection Intersection improvements and signal upgrades are set to begin soon at the intersection of Campbell Road and North Jupiter Road. According to the city of Richardson’s web- site, work for the nearly $3.3 million, 2021 bond-funded project is expected to begin this fall and nish up by summer 2024.

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• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 100,000 tons per year and save 65 million gallons of fuel • Remove 12,500 cars per day from I-45 • Bring nearly 1,000 long-term skilled operations and maintenance positions to Texas Development of the project has been quiet since the Texas Supreme Court issued a 5-3 ruling upholding Texas Central’s right to use eminent domain to construct its planned high-speed railroad in June 2022.

Cottonwood Art Festival The semiannual Cottonwood Art Festival returns to showcase national artists. The festival features food and drinks as well as a children’s area with several activities. This year will also include the inaugural Walk the Chalk sidewalk chalk art contest with a chance to win a cash prize. • Oct. 7, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • Cottonwood Park, 1321 W. Belt Line Road, Richardson • www.cottonwoodartfestival.com

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Richardson Library closes for relocation Ahead of planned renovations, the Richardson Public Library closed Sept. 9 to relocate to a temporary City Hall. It’s set to reopen in the new location in mid- to late October, according to a city news release. Once completed, normal library services will be available at 2360 Campbell Creek Blvd. Two-minute impact During the closure, services requiring access to the building will be unavailable. However, the digital library will remain open for library card holders to access and those who apply for a 60-day digital-only card. During the closure, residents can check out material from Allen, Garland, Lewisville and Plano libraries, which offer free library cards to those with a Richardson address.

STAAR results Based on 2023 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness scores for grades 3-8, here is the percentage of RISD students in grades five and eight approaching grade level in 2023.

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RISD STAAR scores improve in grades 5, 8 Richardson ISD’s 2023 State of Texas Assess- ments of Academic Readiness results continue to improve in most subjects, with the percentage of RISD students in grades 3-8 approaching grade level on the test at or a few points above or below the state average for each subject area, according to the Texas Education Agency.

The breakdown In RISD, math scores increased the most in fifth grade, with 83% of students approaching grade level—up from 73% in 2022. In seventh grade, math scores fell, with 18% of students approach- ing grade level—down from 30% in 2022. RISD scores for reading and science in grades five and eight, and eighth grade social studies each improved a few percentage points over 2022 scores. Reading increased the most in grade six, up five percentage points from 71% in 2022 to 76% this year.

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Richardson residents to see higher utility rates Richardson residents will see increases to their water, sewer and solid waste rates in October, after council approved the rates as part of the FY 2023-24 budget. Two-minute impact City Manager Don Magner said rates increased due to higher prices from the city’s utility provid- ers as well as inflated costs for both equipment and infrastructure. Based on the adopted budget, the city has budgeted over $40 million for its water contract, a $3.96 million increase from last year, and nearly $27.77 million for sewer, about a $3.68 million increase from last year. Residents over age 65 can apply for a 26% discount on their monthly solid waste bill by filling out the city’s application.

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Two Richardson parks receive upgrades Terrace Park and Berkner Park in Richardson received upgraded amenities in August, including new playground equip- ment, benches and shading structures. The parks are the latest to receive reno- vations as part of the 2021 bond program.

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Real estate

Number of homes sold

August 2022

August 2023

Residential market data

75080

In August, the number of homes sold declined slightly year over year in each ZIP code in the city of Richardson. At the same time, the median price homes were selling for increased overall, with the largest change in prices in the 75080 ZIP code.

-16%

75081

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-7.5%

75082

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-5.26%

75080

75081

75082

Median home sales price

2022

2023

Homes sold in Richardson area by price point

75080

+16%

$486.1K

$419K

August 2023

75081

+6.34%

$428K

$402.5K

$1 million+

75082

+4.9%

$550.7K

$525K

$700,000-$999,999

Average days on market

$300,000-$699,999

-19%

-5.26%

+47.83%

$100,000-$299,999

<$100,000

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Project near Silver Line set to benefit UT Dallas

BY KEVIN CUMMINGS

What they’re saying

In a nutshell

Points at Waterview

Nearly 3,000 residential units allowed

36 acres

Called the Points at Waterview, the project will add to the existing Northside development, where construction for the UT Dallas station on the Silver Line is taking place. While developers are still in the process of planning specifics, the rezoning allows for nearly 3,000 residential units along with office space, retail and restaurant space, hotels, and an event space. Plans also include a green space encircling the development. “We hope it’s a place that people really want to be from a retail perspective, office perspective and living perspective,” Wolverine Interests President Jim Leslie said. Leslie said the project will be developed in seven sections, the first of which would likely break ground in the next 12-14 months. He added the entire project could take between 10-15 years to be completed.

"The advantage is that you have this incubator of talent adjacent to a rail station, with numerous amenities that people can take advantage of because the

500,000 square feet of office space allowed

campus has grown so much." CALVIN JAMISON, VICE PRESIDENT FOR FACILITIES & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AT UT DALLAS

40,000 square feet of retail/ restaurant space allowed

600 hotel rooms allowed

SOURCES: CITY OF RICHARDSON, WOLVERINE INTERESTS/ COMMUNITY IMPACT

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“More people are going to fully appreciate mass transit and the ability to get places relatively easily. That’s where the city’s going to benefit, because it

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gives opportunities or options for people with housing that has a lot of amenities nearby.” JIM LESLIE, PRESIDENT AT WOLVERINE INTERESTS

Some context

Magner said as the city grows while being largely built out, future construction of dense, mixed-use projects will be targeted along existing and future DART lines. “The main benefits of developments like this is it provides options for transportation,” Magner said. Leslie said he expects there to be demand for the density and type of development for the project. He noted he’s seen an increase in desire among younger generations and older ones

looking to downsize for more walkability. “This is much more pedestrian-friendly than we’ve seen done in the past,” Leslie said. “I think a lot more people are ready to accept that they like that kind of environment more so than they did even 10 years ago.”

“These mixed-use developments are going to continue to be advanced in North Texas and in Richardson. I think that these mixed-use developments are going to continue to

be advanced in North Texas and Richardson.” DON MAGNER, RICHARDSON CITY MANAGER

Late 2024 expected project start

2034-2039 expected completion timeline

SOURCE: WOLVERINE INTERESTS/COMMUNITY IMPACT

Diving deeper

Student body size

+175.71%

UT Dallas officials expect the student enrollment to continue increasing annually and lead to more demand for student housing.

Officials with the university hope the project will help add more housing for students. As of 2023, UT Dallas has around 8,200 beds on or near campus, said Calvin Jamison, vice president for facilities and economic development at UT Dallas. Jamison said the Silver Line becoming operational will also help students be able to live in other cities along the line and still commute to campus.

Past enrollment

Projected enrollment

2000

2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030

SOURCES: TEXAS HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS/COMMUNITY IMPACT

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Lifelong love leads to success for Comic Asylum owner Mark Hay said he’s been a comic book fan ever since his dad brought home a bag full of superhero comics when he was a kid.

worked on projects such as “Star Wars” and “The Punisher” and agreed to let Hay sell his art. He now represents 70 comic book artists on his website www.splashpageart.com. Long story short Before opening Comic Asylum, Hay worked in human resources at an insurance company but wasn’t fullled. “Mediating disputes all the time is not some- thing that is a lot of fun,” Hay said. In addition to comics, Hay’s store sells collect- ible toys; board games; books; manga; back issues; and hosts card game tournaments. “Owning a comic book shop has kept me up to date on comic book artists,” Hay said.

Comic Asylum owner Mark Hay opened the shop in 2004.

Hay said he doesn’t read many superhero comics anymore, but he now owns and operates Comic Asylum in Richardson. “My dad ... brought a due bag full of comics for me,” Hays said. “That was pretty much all I needed at that point.” The backstory Before opening the store in 2004, Hay had purchased original work from comic artists he admired and decided to become a dealer, joining several collector email groups. Eventually, he began selling at a convention, where Hay met artist Tim Bradstreet, who has

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