Page 4 March 2006 Richardson Today

RV enforcement delayed until July 2007 Neighborhood The City of Richardson’s ability to trailer, camping trailer, truck camper and rity, will reach a height of six feet or the enforce an ordinance that establishes regula- motor home. The ordinance also applies to height of the recreational vehicle, whichev- Assessment tions for parking recreational vehicles in the boats, trailers, jet skis and similar equip- er is greater). City becomes effective July 1, 2007. ment. A temporary on-street parking permit for Program Update According to Neighborhood Services The ordinance prohibits the parking of a maximum of two weeks may be requested Manager Don Magner, ample notice will be recreational vehicles on vacant or unim- from the Richardson Police Department and The two neighborhoods participating given to residents leading up to this date. proved property. It does not allow parking in will be issued based on evidence of need. A in the 2005-06 Neighborhood “Warning notices will be sent well in the front yard between the building and the recreational vehicle may be temporarily Assessment Program recently hosted advance reminding residents of the July 1, front property line or in the side yard of cor- parked on the property for the purpose of their introductory meetings. 2007 enforcement date,” Magner said. ner lots. This applies to the owner or tenant loading or unloading. This is limited to four Approximately 50 residents attended the Residents who have questions or would like of the property as well as the owner or per- occasions per year and a maximum of 72 Cottonwood Creek meeting, which was to discuss compliance options in the mean- son in charge of the vehicle. hours per occasion. Each occasion must be held Jan. 19, while approximately 75 res- time are encouraged to contact The ordinance does permit recreational separated by at least seven days. A recre- idents attended the Richland Park/ Neighborhood Services. “Our staff is avail- vehicles to be parked in the side or rear yard ational vehicle may be temporarily parked Richland Oaks meeting, which was held able to meet with residents at their property if they are screened by a minimum six-foot on the property of the owner four times per Jan. 26. to discuss their unique circumstances,” high wooden fence; or screened by a land- year for no more than seven days. Each According to Neighborhood Services Magner noted. scaping shrub wall that is a minimum of occasion shall be deemed a seven-day con- Manager Don Magner, the public input The ordinance defines a recreational three feet high and five gallon in size when tinuous parking period and should be sepa- gathered at each meeting will be utilized vehicle as a vehicle primarily designed as planted (the City has an approved plant list rated by at least seven days. to help establish priorities for each neigh- temporary living quarters for recreational for shrubs that will provide a continuous For more information, call Neighborhood borhood. “We were extremely pleased camping or travel use, including a travel unbroken solid visual screen which, at matu- Services at 972-744-4166. with the input residents provided. Their enthusiasm and dedication to their neigh- borhood will be a great foundation to Eateries get food safety awards For big and bulky trash pickup build on in the coming months.” Over the next month, City staff will be Local food service establishments on your front curb, working with residents from each neigh- received a certificate and a letter of congrat- call 972-744-4111 before borhood to gather data, conduct one-on- ulations from the City of Richardson Health you set items out. one interviews and neighborhood tours. Department in February. The letters, with an Your Big and Bulky Item Residents who are interested in partici- accompanying certificate suitable for dis- Collection (BABIC) pating are encouraged to contact play, were sent to all establishments that Neighborhood Services at 972-744-4166 have maintained a high level of commitment day is the same as or via e-mail at neighborhood.services to food safety as observed during food serv- your recycling day. @cor.gov. ice inspections conducted in 2005. Only those establishments that serve or handle food and have had no violations of 3, 4 or 5 points observed on the unannounced Pollution going down drains food service inspections qualify. Additionally, the establishment must main- Stormwater runoff, or nonpoint source You can help prevent tain documentation of the proper food han- pollution, has been identified as the nation’s storm water pollution. dler certification requirements for food serv- main cause of water quality problems. Any • Don’t allow dirt, leaves, or grass clippings ice workers. time engine fluids, grass clippings, trash or to accumulate on your driveway, sidewalk, “We are pleased to see a number of facil- lawn chemicals enter the storm drains, or in the street. Never dump yard waste ities have qualified for this award, now in its either by rain flow or illegal dumping, the into a storm drain. fish, water fowl and other aquatic animals • Keep your car engine tuned to prevent oil second year,” Richardson Health Director Richardson Health Department Assistant suffer from the pollution going directly to and antifreeze from collecting on streets Tom Hatfield said. “The 86 recipients Director Elise Dixon (center) presents an our waterways. and parking lots. Never use the storm drain should be proud of their accomplishment in Award of Excellence in Food Safety to El The City of Richardson, as part of a for disposing of engine fluids, lawn chem- maintaining high standards throughout the Dorado Retirement Residence Manager regional effort of more than 30 Metroplex icals, paints or trash. course of last year.” Felix Cintron (left) and Executive Chef communities, is putting a message in the • Follow directions carefully when applying “This award recognizes those who have Juan M. Gonzalez. made a special commitment to food safety form of a round plastic marker next to storm fertilizers and pesticides. Do not over and sanitation,” Assistant Health Director Richardson’s web site at: www.cor.net/ drain inlets on the streets in your neighbor- apply. Sweep driveways and sidewalks, Elise Dixon, who oversees all food inspec- CityHall/Health/homepage.html (On the left hood. The marker, which states “This Drain don’t hose them off. tion activities, added. “This award offers the side under News-Current Events. for Rain, Flows to Creek, Don’t Dump” is a • Consider using a commercial car wash to Health Department a tangible way to Some recipients are listed below. The reminder to you and your neighbors that clean your vehicle. Don’t allow detergents, express appreciation for a sustained effort.” web site lists other winners in the categories nonpoint source pollution will end up in our dirt and grease to wash into the storm The award is presented annually and all of Public and Private Schools and Day Care waterways if allowed to enter the storm drains. recipients are recognized on the City of Centers. sewers. Unlike our home’s sanitary sewers, • Pick up pet wastes and dispose of them the storm drains discharge directly to the properly. FULL SERVICE SUPERMARKETS & Oakhill Inc. (BINGO) City waterways, without treatment. For more information, call the Richardson RESTAURANTS MEAT MARKETS Palisades Deli & Catering Health Department at 972-744-4077. AFC Sushi @Nortel Sack ’n Save #225 (South Paris Donuts Andreas II Plano Road) - Bakery, Residence Inn by Marriott League of Women Voters of Bon Appetit at Cisco Deli and Meat Market Sherrill Park Concession Cafe Max Target Stores #1430 (South Slapshot Hockey Arena Richardson plans finance drive Campbell Forum Plano Road) - Deli and Smoothies Paradise Shop Meat Market Southern Maid Donuts The Richardson League of Women Voters kicked off its 2006 Finance Drive Tuesday, Cappella Court Tom Thumb #3641 (Custer Coffee #6244 Feb. 14. Members are contacting past and potential supporters in the community for dona- Richardson Senior Center Parkway) - Bakery/Deli Starbucks Coffee #6327 tions to fund League activities for 2006. The League has served Richardson for 44 years, d' Kusina and Meat Market (East Arapaho) working to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of cit- Dewell Events Wal-mart Neighborhood Subway (North Jupiter) izens in government and to influence public policy. Int'l. Buddhist Progress Market/Deli Sweet Donuts The League of Women Voters is a multi-issue organization whose mission is to encour- Society OTHER FOOD SERVICE UTD - Sushi Bar age active and informed participation of citizens in government and to influence public pol- Kathy’s Choice PERMITS Weddings & Celebrations icy through education and advocacy. The League NEVER supports or opposes any party or Mr. Gatti’s American Legion Post Weiyee Foods candidate. Membership is open to all citizens, male and female, at least 18 years of age. Samsung Cake Carousel Wing Stop For information, call the League office 972-470-0584. Sodexho at Nortel Maria’s Bakery CONVENIENCE STORES T-Daddy’s The Cake Lady Main Street Shell “Viva Altrusa” scheduled March 10 FAST FOOD DELI/ Perry’s C-Store #7/Chevron Altrusa International, Inc, of Richardson’s annual fundraising event, “Viva Altrusa,” a RESTAURANTS LIGHT FOOD MENU Tetco Store # 671 live and silent auction and casino party by Blackjack with Class, will be held at 7 p.m. #7915 Bradford Homesuites Texaco-East Belt Line Road March 10 at the Richardson Civic Center. Tickets are $50 per person, which includes din- Subs and Spuds Bunkie’s Donuts MEDICAL/ASSISTED ner catered by On the Border, beverages, entertainment and $250 in casino chips. A Texas #2333 Chilly Mart LIVING FACILITIES Hold’em Tournament will be held on the same evening. A $25 pre-paid donation is required Taco Bell #2586 Courtyard by Marriott Arden Courts of Richardson to reserve a seat at the tournament table (must purchase event ticket to participate in the Wendy’s Old Fashioned Donut Depot El Dorado Retirement tournament). Tournament seating is limited. on Custer, Hawthorn Suites Hotel Residence Proceeds from this event are used for service projects, charitable donations and scholar- East Belt Line and South J-Marquez & Sons at The Leaves, Inc. ships. Event and casino table sponsorships are available, call 972-235-3437. For more infor- Plano Road Berkner (Indoor) and mation or tickets, call 972-231-8931. Richardson High School