Richardson City Council Member Steve Mitchell has announced his intention to run for the Richardson ISD board of trustees. (Courtesy Steve Mitchell)
After 16 years of City Council service, Steve Mitchell has announced his intention to run for the Richardson ISD board of trustees.
Mitchell, who is also a former mayor of Richardson, said he will run for the Place 7 At-Large board seat up for election May 1. Richardson’s city charter does not allow council members to serve more than six consecutive two-year terms. An amendment to the charter in 2015 implemented limits, which meant Mitchell would term out in May 2021.
“I’m excited about the opportunity to utilize my local government and regional experience at the school district level,” Mitchell said in a Jan. 5 news release. “I’ve enjoyed serving my community as a City Council member but am thrilled about the possibilities…
