Richardson City Council member Dan Barrios announced his resignation during the council meeting held on Monday night, according to city officials.
Barrios was first elected to City Council Place 3 in May 2023. His departure creates a vacancy on the governing body.
Under Texas state law, a council vacancy officially occurs either on the date the written notice of resignation is submitted or on the eighth day after the notice is received by the city. The specific timing for Barrios's vacancy depends on when his written notice was processed.
City Manager Don Manger stated that the council will place the vacancy on the agenda for next week's meeting. The discussion will cover the process, timing, and other options available under city procedures and state law to address the empty seat.