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RICHARDSON EDITION
VOLUME 5, ISSUE 5 JAN. 31 MARCH 2, 2023
ANNUAL COMMUNITY GUIDE 2023
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SOURCE: CITY OF RICHARDSON COMMUNITY IMPACT Changing over the years
After being incorporated in 1873, Richardson experienced slow growth until a population boom in the 1950s.
Percent Change: +7468% | +108% | Population: 740 | 56,000 | 116,382 1914 1972 2021 |
*POPULATION NUMBERS FOR 1914 AND 1972 ARE ESTIMATES PROVIDED BY THE RICHARDSON PUBLIC LIBRARY.
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The city of Richardson has developed signi cantly over its 150 years of existence, adding and developing more roads for travel and building more access to public transit, including the upcoming Silver Line Project.
City planning celebrations for 150th birthday Richardson is planning a vari- ety of city events over the rst six months of 2023 in honor of its 150- year anniversary. occasion, including a large celebra- tion event on June 24. BY JACKSON KING
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Voelker said. Leading the celebration will be a new Richardson mayor, as Voelker announced Jan. 12 he will not run for re-election in May. Richardson could also see a drastically di erent City Council, with all six positions up for grabs and two current council members running for mayor. Learning from its 50th and 100th anniversaries, the city has planned numerous ways of honoring the
City Manager Don Magner said the anniversary will allow the city to honor those who have come before. The city has created a unique website designed to present infor- mation on Richardson’s past and historic photos for residents. Throughout the celebration, https://richardson150th.com is set CONTINUED ON 14
According to city o cials, Rich- ardson was chartered on June 26, 1873, as a railroad community. “I think when we celebrate the 150th year, it’s really neat to re ect back on why we are here in the rst place,” Richardson Mayor Paul
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FROM KEVIN: Some like to celebrate their birthdays; others like to pretend they don’t happen. Richardson is the former, and the city is going all out to celebrate its 150th. Inside, you’ll nd out all you need to know about how to get involved in celebrating Richardson’s past and learn about how its history is shaping its future. In addition, you’ll nd updates on what’s happening around town and where to nd some serious hot dogs in a parking lot (see Page 18). Kevin Cummings, EDITOR
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restaurant Yummy BBQ and the upcoming Bubbleology. Yummy Deli offers sand- wiches, wraps, salads, burgers and more. 214-556-9262. www.yummybbq.com COMING SOON 9 Planet Fitness is coming soon in Richardson at the Richland Village, according to the company’s website. The fitness center will be located at 1306 E. Belt Line Road, next to BBQ Chicken. No grand opening date has been announced. Planet Fitness offers two membership options for customers, both of which provide free fitness training, per its web- site. The gym has over 2,300 locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia and Latin America. 469-242-0467. www.planetfitness.com 10 New South Window Solutions is expected to open early this year at the Arapaho Central Park shopping center in Richardson. The window store will be lo- cated at 1002 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 600. No grand opening date has been
NOW OPEN 1 Clínica Familiar Trebol opened in mid-December in Richardson near West Campbell Road. The family clinic is lo- cated at 1980 Nantucket Drive, Ste. 105, Richardson. Clínica Familiar Trebol offers care for a variety of ailments for children and adults. 469-206-0636. www.facebook.com/clinicafamiliartrebol 2 Arwa Yemeni Coffee opened in the Greenville Business Center in Richardson Jan. 4. The coffee shop is located at 888 S. Greenville Ave., Ste. 223. The cafe serves a variety of coffee drinks, including traditional and Yemeni-style coffee. 214-782-9749. www.arwayemenicoffee.com 3 North South Jiu Jitsu opened Jan. 7 in Richardson. The martial arts gym is located at 2010 N. Plano Road and teach- es a variety of classes in Brazilian jiujitsu for both kids and adults. Brazilian jiujitsu
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is a martial art that started in the early 1900s that uses grappling and leverage for self-defense. The Richardson martial arts gym includes nearly 1,500 square feet of mat space, a private instruc- tion room, three dressing rooms, two bathrooms and a shower. 214-730-0605. www.northsouthjj.com 4 Saigon Texas Restaurant opened in December near Richardson. The restau- rant is located at 3435 Belt Line Road, Garland, next to the Cali Saigon Mall. The restaurant serves a variety of Vietnamese dishes, including pho. 469-367-4044. 5 La La Land Kind Cafe opened in Richardson in the fall. The coffee shop is located at 242 W. Campbell Road, which previously housed a Great Outdoors Sub Shop. La La Land has four other loca- tions in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and offers a variety of coffee, matcha drinks, teas and food options. 469-248-2486. www.lalalandkindcafe.com
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signi cant di erence and giving back to Black and Brown communities.” Ownership said the Richardson gym will slowly upgrade new gym facilities throughout the rst few months of 2023. Previous gym memberships will be honored at the existing price. Three other You Fit gyms that have become Retro Fitness locations are in Dallas, Garland and Mesquite. 469-802-5200. https://retro tness.com/location/ richardson.
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CLOSINGS 12 Carmine’s Pizzeria , located near Richardson, closed in late 2022 after 42 years in operation. The restaurant was located in the Pavillion North Shopping Center at 7615 Campbell Road, Ste. 104, Dallas. It served New York-style pizza, calzones and sandwiches. Ownership said in a voicemail that future plans for the restaurant are unavailable at this time. Carmine’s website is no longer active. 13 Fish & Fizz in Richardson closed Jan. 11. The pub located at 400 N. Coit Road, Ste. 1908, had been in opera- tion since 2018. It co-owned a British Emporium store next door, which also closed. Fish & Fizz served authentic British pub cuisine, including fish and chips, bangers and mash, a cod burger, hot crab dip, and sesame panko shrimp. The Facebook post said the restaurant is developing new plans for 2023, but no further details have been provided. www.facebook.com/fishandfizz
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Madison after Madison moves in with Unger to take care of her after a divorce. Showtimes and costs vary. Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Road, Ste. 113, Richardson. 972-699-1130. www.richardsontheatrecentre.net 14 TAKE A TOUR OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM NASA Solar System Ambassador Michelle Wilde will talk about how solar systems form and the components that make them up—from planets and asteroids to stars and moons—at the Richardson Public Library’s Basement Program Room. The event is intended for students in grades 3-8 and includes the opportunity to win handouts and other prizes. 2-3 p.m. Free (registration required). Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library 19 SHARE IN SOME TEXAS PRIDE The Richardson Community Band is putting on its “Made in Texas” performance. Meant to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the performance includes works commissioned from Texas composer David Lovrien, along with other Lone Star classics. 3-5 p.m. Free. Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. https://richardsoncommunityband.org/ eisemann-center
will include panel discussions for rst responders and symposiums with local experts on Feb. 8 as well as two sensory- inclusive performances by Kevin Spencer, a magician and educator, on Feb. 11. This event was created to raise awareness and open a dialogue about mental health and wellness. Free. Registration requested through the Eisemann Center Ticket O ce. 2351 Performance Drive, Richardson. 972-744-4650. www.eisemanncenter.com/events-tickets 10 THROUGH 19 CATCH A MUSICAL The Repertory Company Theatre puts on a musical adaptation of a Hollywood lm with “Ghost the Musical.” Based on the plot of the 1990 Bruce Joel Rubin lm, the musical follows the story of a couple whose connection continues even after the untimely death of one of them. 7:30 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 2 p.m. (Sundays). $32 (adults), $18 (teens). New Driegert Theatre, 770 N. Coit Road, Richardson. 972-690-5029. www.rcttheatre.com 10 THROUGH 26 WATCH A CLASSIC COMEDY ON STAGE The Richardson Theatre Centre puts on a production of the female version of the Neil Simon comedy “The Odd Couple.” The play follows clashing personalities of friends Florence Unger and Olive
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In honor of American Heart Month, the Methodist Richardson Medical Center is hosting a “heart smart” event at its campus. At the event, residents can hear from Richardson police and re department leaders as well as those from the medical center about the latest heart health-related technologies and heart disease interventions. Visitors can also enter in a chance to win an Apple Watch and a KardiaMobile device. 4-5 p.m. Free. 2831 E. President George Bush Tollway, Richardson. https://bit.ly/3kE0yyp
JANUARY 31 FIND OUT ABOUT FLYING CARS The Richardson Public Library is hosting another installment of its Lunchtime Lecture series focused on the story of ying cars. A presentation from Vernon Porter in the Basement Program Room will walk residents through the history of the concept and provide details on his own e ort to build a ying vehicle. 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Free. Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive,
Richardson. 972-744-4350. www.cor.net/departments/public-library FEBRUARY 06 THROUGH 11 TAKE CARE OF YOUR WELLNESS The city of Richardson and the Charles W. Eisemann Center are hosting a weeklong mental wellness symposium. Called “Access+Inclusion 23: A Road Toward Mental Wellness,” the multivenue event
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COMMUNITY SNAPSHOT
Data and information on local communities
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RICHARDSON The population in Richardson continued to grow between 2016 and 2021, increasing by nearly 7% over that ve-year span, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. In Dallas County on the whole, the population rose by nearly 4%, with the county’s Asian population speci cally experiencing growth of more than 14%. According to census data, the majority of residents of Richardson are between the ages of 20-54, with the population of seniors ages 60-84 decreasing by at least 5%. Richardson represents a diverse community in North Texas, with the Black and Hispanic communities each increasing by around 10%.
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Richardson
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Local demographics, 2021*
Population change Richardson’s population grew over a ve-year span from 2016-21 to more than 115,000, a nearly 7% increase.
18.2% 52.3% 11.2% 0.3% 14.5% 0.1% 0.4%
15.57% 54.07% 9.98% 0.26% 16.21% 0.05% 0.5% 3.35%
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White
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*ALL CATEGORIES LISTED ARE RACES, EXCEPT FOR HISPANIC OR LATINO, WHICH IS NOT A RACE. HOWEVER, THE PERCENTAGES OF THE RACES LISTED DO NOT INCLUDE HISPANIC OR LATINO RESIDENTS. THESE NUMBERS MAY NOT ADD UP TO 100% DUE TO ROUNDING.
Dallas-Fort Worth area: +8.43%
Texas: +3.51%
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Construction on the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Silver Line project are being implemented at US 75, the upcoming UT Dallas Station and the City Line/Bush Station. (Rendering courtesy Dallas Area Rapid Transit)
Work on Silver Line project set to continue in 2024 A number of projects are currently underway and will continue through- BY JACKSON KING
US 75 bridge A bridge to carry the Silver Line train over US 75 has been under construction since last year. Accord- ing to DART o cials, construction of the bridge foundations and substructure, including columns, will continue in 2023. Richardson residents should expect additional construction tra c daily, according to o cials. No additional detours are expected in the area. DART o cials said an exact completion date for the bridge was not yet available. UT Dallas Station Wall construction at the UT Dallas Station, located just north of cam- pus, is underway and expected to run until at least late January. DART o cials said community members should anticipate an increase in construction noise and increased construction tra c in the area. The station is located near the Northside at UT Dallas development. The
station is scheduled to open in late 2024, per o cials. Custer Parkway Construction for rail crossings at Custer Parkway is underway in Richardson. The northbound lanes of Custer Parkway will be closed, with both directions of tra c traveling via a tra c shift in the southbound lanes. These activities will continue until at least late January. CityLine/Bush Station Construction on the CityLine/ Bush Station continues, including the installation of structural steel columns for the station canopies and platform slab. Any work that impacts streets or alleys will be communi- cated to the community once an approved tra c control permit is granted by Richardson o cials. The station is scheduled to open in late 2024, according to DART o cials.
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out 2023 in the Richardson area as part of Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s Silver Line project. The Silver Line is a $1.89 billion commuter rail line being built by DART that will connect travelers from Richardson and Plano to the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport with an estimated travel time of 51 minutes or less, according to gures released by the transit agency. The project is currently scheduled to be complete by late 2024. DART held a Richardson com- munity meeting for the Silver Line project on Jan. 24 at The University of Texas at Dallas. DART and design- build contractor Archer Western Herzog were on hand to outline the latest designs for the project and construction developments as well as answer questions, according to the event’s description.
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CITY & SCHOOLS
Top city & schools stories to watch in 2023
Applications for City Council candidates open as Mayor Paul Voelker decides against re-election bid
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Richardson reports revenue increase City o cials reported revenue increases from all of Richardson’s ve major operating funds in scal year 2021-22 exceeded previous expectations. They cited conservative council budgeting due to the pandemic and most funds having decreased operating expenditures. The city’s general fund nished at over $163 million, compared to a projection of just over $147 million for FY 2021- 22. The general fund provides for a majority of basic services. bond order that would help pay for a potential new City Hall at the Feb. 13 City Council meeting. If approved, residents would vote on a $48 million bond program in the May 6 election. Residents likely will vote on bond for new City Hall Richardson o cials expect to have residents vote on a new City Hall during the upcoming general election, according to discussion at a Jan. 23 City Council meeting. City Manager Don Magner said Richardson plans to present a general obligation
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Council members Bob Dubey and Janet DePuy announced they will run in the mayoral election. Candidate packets can be picked up at the Richardson Innovation Quarter Headquarters at 1302 E. Collins Blvd. No appointment is necessary to obtain a packet, but city o cials said sched- uling a time is recommended for new
RICHARDSON Residents were able to begin ling for a spot on the May 6 general election Jan. 18. The mayoral seat and all six City Council members are on the ballot during the election. The mayor and all council members are elected to two-year terms, with no member allowed to serve more than six consecutive two- year terms in any place, according to city o cials. Paul Voelker, who announced Jan. 12 plans to not seek re-election, has served as mayor since 2015. He said he did not want to head into the next cycle as a “lame duck” mayor. Voelker, who is CEO of TrenData Inc, a software company, has not disclosed any future plans for civic engagement. “This way, I’m making my announcement on my terms, not driven by the charter or anyone else,” Voelker said. “It’s been a total honor to be the mayor. I love doing it, but there’s only so much one can give.” Voelker started his Richardson political career in 2013 and was elected twice to City Council. After being elected by his fellow council members as mayor pro tem in 2015, he was sworn in as mayor after former Mayor-elect Laura Jordan declined to take the oath. Voelker was o cially elected mayor in 2017, later winning re-election in 2019 and 2021.
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candidates to review the ling information. An electronic packet is available upon request via email. Candidates can le in person, through the U.S. Mail or via email. Quali cations for those wishing to join council include not having been convicted of a felony, being at least 21 years old and having been a resident of Richardson for at least one year. Four council members—places 1-4—must live in their corresponding district, while the mayor and two council seats serve the entire city. However, all seven positions are elected at-large, with all registered Richardson citizens able to vote in any race for council. The deadline to le for the election is Feb. 17. Early voting begins April 24 and continues through May 2 ahead of the general election. A potential runo election would be held June 10.
Richardson ISD candidate applications open
Filing for the upcoming Richardson ISD board of trustees election began Jan. 18. The election, featuring two board seats on the ballot, will be held May 6. The two seats up for election are the at-large Place 6 seat and single- member District 3, which are served by Eric Eager and Debbie Rentería, respectively. Both were initially elected in 2020. Board members in the school district serve three-year staggered terms with no term limits. Five seats are chosen by voters of speci c districts, while the remaining two seats are elected by all voters.
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CALENDAR BREAKDOWN
Start date: Aug. 15
Winter break: Dec. 22-Jan. 9 Last day of school: May 24
Richardson ISD approved academic calendars for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years. Both calendars include 174 instructional days and are scheduled to end May 24 and May 23, respectively.
Spring break: March 11-15
BY JACKSON KING
RICHARDSON ISD The Richard- son ISD board of trustees approved calendars for both the 2023-24 and the 2024-25 school years during a Jan. 12 meeting. The approved 2023-24 academic calendar includes 174 instructional days and 13 additional days for teacher professional learning. The school year is set to begin Aug. 15, with winter break starting Dec. 22 and students returning Jan. 9. Spring break is set for March 11-15.“I think this calendar is great, and I like the idea of having a conference day for parents and teachers [on Jan. 8],” said Trustee Vanessa Pacheco. Under the approved calendar, the last day of school for the 2023-24 school year is set for May 24. The 2024-25 academic calendar will start Aug. 13, with winter break starting Dec. 23. The second semester will begin Jan. 7, with spring break
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Winter break: Dec. 23-Jan. 7
Start date: Aug. 13
Spring break: March 17-21
Last day of school: May 23
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RISD structures its class schedule on a minimum of 440 minutes per day compared to the 420 minutes of instruction required by the state. According to Branum, this extended school day allows the district to “bank” potential days for snow days or cancellations. The 2024-25 calendar may change based on when Dallas College schedules its spring break and deci- sions during Texas’ 88th legislative session, which began Jan. 10 and runs through May 29.
being held March 17-21. The 2024-25 school year would end May 23. “Everyone felt like [this calendar] was as close to a really good calendar as possible,” Branum said. Several factors went into putting together potential school calendars that ll the 75,600 instructional min- utes required by the state, including trying to balance teachers’ prefer- ences, testing calendars, alignment with Dallas College for dual-credit courses and student extracurricu- lars, according to Branum.
Richardson City Council meets Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 6 p.m. Due to a re at city hall, council meetings have been temporarily relocated to the Richardson Police Department at 200 N. Greenville Ave. www.cor.net Richardson ISD board of trustees meets Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. at the RISD Administrative Building, 400 S. Greenville Ave., Richardson. The meetings are streamed live online. www.risd.org MEETINGS WE COVER
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CAJUN 10 The French Quarter 100 S. Central Expressway, Ste. 21, Richardson 214-613-2640 www.frenchquarterrichardson.com $$$ B COFFEE TEA 11 7th Day Co ee 743 Brick Row, Ste. 350, Richardson www.7thdayco ee.com $ 12 Arwa Yemeni Co ee 888 S. Greenville Ave., Ste. 223, Richardson 214-782-9749 www.arwayemenico ee.com $ JUICE, SMOOTHIES, & HEALTH FOOD 13 Krishna Juice 1300 E. Belt Line Road, Ste. 300, Richardson 214-744-5190 www.krishnajuice.com $ MEDITERRANEAN 14 Arabica Mediterranean Grill 1403 E. Campbell Road, Ste. 101C, Richardson 469-372-5595 www.facebook.com/arabica.food.dallas $$ MEXICAN & TEX MEX 15 Tacos Kchetes Sports Bar 13935 N. Central Expressway, Dallas COMING 2023 $$ PIZZA 16 New York Pizza and Pint 901 N. Jupiter Road, Ste. 100, Richardson 214-272-9443 www.nypizzaandpints.com COMING FEBRUARY $$
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4 Mr. Broast 1801 N. Greenville Ave., Ste. 100, Richardson 214-792-9249 www.mrbroast.com $$ K 5 Wildwood Grill 1417 E. Renner Road, Ste. 300, Richardson 214-440-5125 https://wildwoodtx.com/cityline- richardson-tx $$$ B H ASIAN 6 Okaeri Cafe 312 N. Greenville Ave., Ste. 100, Richardson 972-685-4442 https://okaericafe.square.site $ K
7 Snackie Viet 141 N. Plano Road, Richardson 214-214-5537 www.facebook.com/btthm $$ BAKERIES & DESSERTS 8 Dessert Lab 329 E. Polk St., Ste. 100, Richardson 469-740-6600 http://dessertlabdallas.com $ 9 Mochinut 1300 E. Belt Line Road, Ste. 400, Richardson 945-899-4202 www.mochinut.com $
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7 Express Driving School Dallas 819 W. Arapaho Road, Richardson 214-377-7606 www.expressdrivingschooldallas.com 8 O’Reilly Auto Parts 1300 E. Belt Line Road, Ste. 500, Richardson 972-232-7288 www.oreillyauto.com 9 Town North Mazda 307 S. Central Expressway, Richardson 877-506-2932 www.townnorthmazda.com BEAUTY 10 Bliss Nails Richardson 2173 W. Buckingham Road, Garland 972-988-9896 www.facebook.com/blissnailsrichardson 11 DG’s Man Cave and Spa 1330 W. Campbell Road, Ste. 36, Richardson 469-625-5952 www.dgs-man-cave-spa.ueniweb.com 12 Glitter Beauty Boutique 400 N. Coit Road, Ste. 1920, Richardson 832-523-1442 www.styleseat.com/glitterbeauty 13 Grow Me Coily Beauty Supply 955 E. Campbell Road, Ste. 300, Richardson 972-982-2592 https://growmecoily.com
14 Imagique Salon Suites 1821 N. Greenville Ave., Ste. 100, Richardson 214-390-3036 www.imagiquesalonsuites.com 15 Peter’s Barbershop 905 N. Jupiter Road, Ste. 200, Richardson 972-530-7779 www.facebook.com/petersbarbershopp HEALTH 16 Any Lab Test Now 515 W. Campbell Road, Ste. 107, Richardson 469-935-9912 www.anylabtestnow.com 17 Athletico Physical Therapy 3501 Custer Parkway, Ste. 129, Richardson 469-751-8881 www.athletico.com 18 ATI Physical Therapy 1450 E. Belt Line Road, Ste. 200, Richardson 972-979-6577 www.atipt.com 19 Biolife Plasma Services 7989 Belt Line Road, Ste. 130, Dallas 214-210-2375 www.biolifeplasma.com 20 Club Pilates 1417 E. Renner Road, Ste. 330, Richardson 489-828-1209 www.clubpilates.com
HOME 27 Furniture Land 1001 S. Sherman St., Ste. 300, Richardson 214-964-0736 www.furniturelandllc.com OTHER 28 CityLine Dry Cleaners 120 W. CityLine Drive, Ste. 400, Richardson 972-773-9223 https://citylinedrycleaners.com 29 Dogtopia 2121 Infocom Drive, Richardson 469-202-0787 www.dogtopia.com 30 Premier Martial Arts 3501 Custer Parkway, Ste. 216, Richardson www.premiermartialarts.com 31 Spec’s Wine, Spirits & Finer Foods 3371 E. Renner Road, Plano 214-440-5776 https://specsonline.com/ location/renner-road
21 Jupiter Family Dental 2111 E. Arapaho Road, Richardson 214-617-9134 www.jupiterfamdental.com 22 M2 Chiropractic 208 S. Cottonwood Drive, Ste. 100, Richardson 972-521-6213 www.m2chiropractic.com/richardson 23 McKee Wellness 1780 N. Collins Blvd., Ste. 200A, Richardson 952-297-6936 www.mckeewellness.com 24 Restore Hyper Wellness 212 W. Campbell Road, Ste. 202, Richardson 940-326-5720 www.restore.com/locations/ tx-richardson-tx049 25 Texas Health Breeze Urgent Care 1225 E. Belt Line Road, Richardson www.breezeurgentcare.texashealth.org COMING 2023 26 Visionworks 1125 E. Belt Line Road, Richardson 800-699-1183 www.visionworks.com COMING 2023
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ARTS & CRAFTS 1 Jasmine Market and Cafe 820 S. Sherman St., Richardson 972-437-4522 www.jasminemarket.com 2 Nita Patel Fine Art 1002 N. Central Expressway, Ste. 331, Richardson 214-566-2727 https://nitapatel neart.com 3 Noble Fine Jewelry 2090 E. Arapaho Road, Ste. 200, Richardson 469-996-7755 https://noble.jewelry.com 4 Yasini Jewelers 201 S. Greenville Ave., Ste. 105, Richardson 972-707-7787 www.yasini.com AUTO 5 Brakes Plus 400 N. Central Expressway, Richardson 469-446-8442 www.brakesplus.com
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Richardson through the years Since being established in 1873, Richardson has evolved as a technological innovator and mobility center over the last 150 years.
Richardson is founded as a railroad community with three businesses: a general store, a post o ce and a drug store
Texas Instruments opens its o ces on the southern border of Richardson
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Settlers from Tennessee and Kentucky settle in Richardson area
Richardson’s population growns to 600
City Council adopts home rule charter and form of government
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birthday cake. Magner said he hopes the anniver- sary event feels unique compared to the city’s other events by using a diverse set of partners from across the community. “[Our partners] will bring di erent perspectives and opportunities to the event, because they’ll have di erent resources, and they’ll have di erent skill sets,” Magner said. As part of the celebration event, city o cials will dig up a time capsule that was buried in 1973 as part of Richard- son’s 100-year anniversary. Contents
from the time capsule will be dis- played, and a new time capsule will be sealed for another 50 years. Outside of the June 24 event, the city plans to honor the anniversary through a variety of community organizations, Smeby said. “Richardson is a city that has been built on community, … [like] these civic organizations and neighbor- hoods, so who better to celebrate Rich- ardson history,” she said. The Richardson Animal Shelter is campaigning to nd homes for 150 dogs and cats, Animal Shelter Manager
Noura Jammal said. The adoption drive runs through the end of June and has resulted in 43 animals getting adopted as of Jan. 13. “The community has always helped us whenever we needed it, so now we’re trying to help get as many ani- mals adopted out as possible,” Jammal said. The Richardson Public Library plans to host monthly events, such as a photo-scanning event April 15, where residents can bring historic photos to be added to the city’s collection.
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to add pages where residents can learn about ways to get involved, per Com- munications Director Greg Sowell. Planned celebrations The main celebration of the anni- versary is scheduled for June 24 in the historic downtown area. Parks and Recreation Director Lori Smeby said the event will include performances from the Richard- son Community Band, comments from dignitaries and a ceremonial
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Get involved The city of Richardson is sponsoring several events to honor its 150th anniversary, including a photo- scanning event, an animal adoption event and a special downtown celebration.
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City population reaches approximately 56,000
Richardson Public Library Scanning Program (April 15) Patrons can bring their historical Richardson photos to be scanned and added to the city’s collection. Richardson Civic Art Society Exposition (March 4-April 1) The society will display an exhibition of artwork at the public library centered around city history. Richardson Animal Shelter adoption event (now-June 30) The Richardson Animal Shelter is campaigning to nd homes for 150 dogs and cats through the end of June. Richardson Charity/ Community Service Initiative The city is asking residents to give 150 minutes of service each, seeking to acheive a total of 150,000 minutes. will be dug up, and a new one will be sealed in its place. Historic Downtown Anniversary (June 24) A time capsule at the Library
Another big initiative for the city is asking residents to give 150 minutes of service each. City o cials hope to achieve a total of 150,000 minutes of community service by the end of June. “We’re a city that’s been built on community and built on volunteer- ism,” Smeby said. “It’s such a caring community that why not have that really be a driver in what you’re doing to celebrate.” Shaping the future City o cials are looking ahead to how Richardson will be shaped over the next 50 years. Many of the key tenants of the past, including advance- ments in technology and cultivating a culturally diverse community, are expected to drive the city’s future goals and plans. After 10 years in service to Richard- son, either as a council member or as mayor, Voelker announced in January plans to not seek re-election. Council members Janet DePuy and Bob Dubey announced plans to run for mayor, leaving two seats on City Council open during the election. Whichever council members win in the election on May 6 will have a hand in shaping several future projects that will impact
tech rms in the area and the creation of the Telecom Corridor. “Both the city and the university have grown because of the intellectual capital at UT Dallas supporting many businesses located in Richardson,” said Calvin Jamison, UT Dallas vice president of facilities and economic development. According to Voelker, Richardson was at the forefront of several techno- logical advancements, including help- ing in establishing the internet. He said he is excited to see what new technol- ogy shapes the city’s culture. “If you don’t know where you came from, it’s kind of hard to know where you’re going,” Voelker said. Steven Butler, a historian and pres- ident of the Richardson Historical Society, said he is glad the city is incor- porating history into the celebration and teaching the lessons learned from Richardson’s past. “It’s important to show people that Richardson didn’t just spring into exis- tence overnight,” he said. “It’s been a work in progress for the past 150 years.”
Richardson, including the building of a new City Hall and the development of the former Arapaho Dallas Area Rapid Transit station. Another big endeavor for Richardson is DART’s Silver Line project, which is designed to increase accessibility, giv- ing residents a car-free way to travel between Plano and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. “What I hope that we see [in the future] is a community that is well-con- nected to one another,” Magner said. 150 years of history Magner said di erent events, people and organizations have added to where Richardson is today, including from the evolving tech industry. “The Telecom Corridor set import- ant foundations in the city, brought many people to the city from all around the world and helped create the diverse community that we are,” he said. Much of the city’s history has been focused on the creation of technologi- cal needs in the area, according to Mag- ner. This includes the establishment of Texas Instruments near Richardson in 1955 and the founding of The Univer- sity of Texas at Dallas in 1969. These institutions led to increases in smaller
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