Richardson Council member Dan Barrios announces resignation to run for Congress

Council member Dan Barrios announced his resignation from the Richardson City Council and said he plans to run for the U.S. Congress.

In a statement read into the record, Barrios said serving on the Richardson City Council had been "one of the greatest honors" of his life but that he had decided to resign to devote his time to his congressional campaign. He said his resignation would be effective upon the appointment and qualification of his successor so the council would retain continuity while completing the upcoming budget and allow for a deliberate appointment process with public input. "I am deeply grateful to my fellow council members, our outstanding city staff, and most importantly, the residents of Richardson for the trust they have placed in me," Barrios read.

Council members offered congratulations and thanks; Mayor Omar noted the council would follow the established replacement process and that there would be opportunities to recognize Barrios’ service in due course. Barrios said he intends to continue serving through the transition and provide additional information before his service concludes.