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Richardson officials approve DART funding deal, governance restructure

Richardson officials approved a pair of agreements with Dallas Area Rapid Transit that aim to reshape the system's governance and funding models.

What you need to know: With six member cities heading toward May withdrawal elections, DART adopted a new plan to return money back to cities.

Under the new interlocal agreement, Richardson is expected to receive $26.12 million over the next six years, according to DART documents. Richardson City Council approved the new interlocal agreement Feb. 23, along with a second agreement that will reallocate voting power on DART’s board of directors.

 
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Original ChopShop coming soon to Richardson

Original ChopShop is set to open a new location in Richardson later this year.

The details: The restaurant serves a variety of protein bowls, salads, sandwiches and all-day breakfast, as well as fresh juices and protein shakes. The Richardson location is targeting a grand opening in late September or early October, a company representative said in an email.

  • 1419 E. Renner Road, Richardson

 
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Flying Fish opens second Plano location

Flying Fish recently opened a second Plano location, a company news release states.

On the menu: The fast-casual seafood eatery, which was founded by restaurateurs Shannon Wynne and Larry Richardson, serves grilled and fried fish, sandwiches, tacos and more.

  • 4032 Preston Road, Plano

 
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See 5 of the latest permits filed in the North Texas area

Renovations at local medical facilities are some of the new projects filed recently with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Here are five of the most expensive permits filed with TDLR for North Texas projects in the past week.

1. Parkhill Junior High and North Junior High at Richardson ISD

2. Alliance Embraer MRO

3. Garage and helipad for Medical City Fort Worth

4. Legacy ER and Urgent Care Frisco West

5. McIntyre Industrial Phase I buildings 1, 2 and 3

 

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