The city council will consider a measure to renumber articles, sections, subsections, and subparagraphs in the home rule charter. The update also addresses spelling, punctuation, and cross references following voter amendments approved on May 2, 2026.
Reese Pennington
July 15, 20261 min read
The city council agenda includes a proposal to renumber articles, sections, subsections, and subparagraphs within the home rule charter.
The proposed changes also correct spelling, punctuation, and cross references throughout the document.
The home rule charter was previously amended by voters during an election held on May 2, 2026.
The current council action addresses structural and editorial adjustments following that voter approval.
The measure is scheduled for discussion during the city council meeting on July 13, 2026.
Council members will review the proposed renumbering and editorial corrections before taking action.
City Council Meeting (2026-07-13). Retrieved from https://richardsontx.new.swagit.com/videos/393331
Reese Pennington
Reese Pennington covers Richardson city hall, the council, and county government.
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