What you need to know
Both Richardson ISD and Plano ISD closed schools Jan. 9 and Jan. 10. The city of Richardson canceled trash, recycling and bulk item collections for Jan. 9 and Jan. 10, according to the city website. Recycling pick up has been rescheduled for Jan. 11 and solid waste collections will resume Jan. 13. Commercial solid waste collections has been postponed until Jan. 11.
Additionally, all city facilities closed at 3 p.m. Jan. 9 due to the weather, according to updates on the city’s website. City facilities will reopen at noon Jan.10.
Residents can stay informed with weather impacts through the city’s website and social media.
Also of note
The city will continue to operate temporary warming shelters. Currently, there are three city-operated warming shelters located:
- Richardson Police Department Administration Building, 200 N. Greenville Ave., Richardson
- Richardson Fire Department Station 3, 500 W. Lookout Drive, Richardson
- Richardson Fire Department Station 6, 3591 Park Vista Road, Richardson
What else?
Frozen pipes are a concern for residents as temperatures dip below freezing. If pipes burst, residents should turn off their water. A shut-off valve is typically located near the water meter. However, should residents be unable to turn off their water, they can call the city of Richardson’s 24-hour response line at 972-744-4111.
The Public Services Department will dispatch street maintenance crews in response to the winter weather. Crews will spread sand on high priority stress and areas such as bridges, major roads, intersections and hospital driveways to combat dangerous driving conditions. However, drivers are urged to drive cautiously or avoid driving if possible.
