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Frisco public works mobilizes sanders, outlines priorities ahead of expected freeze
Summary
Public Works told council it has one sander loaded, will load six more, then operate 12-hour shifts and prioritize grade separations, bridges and major thoroughfares; residents should call 911 or use the app for emergency frozen/broken pipes.
Frisco Public Works staff told the City Council the department has mobilized equipment and personnel ahead of an anticipated winter event.
A Public Works speaker said "we had 1 sander loaded since Friday" and that the remaining six sanders would be loaded the next morning. Beginning Thursday at 6 a.m., crews will run 12-hour shifts, 24 hours a day, through the event or until conditions allow. Staff said they will focus sanding on grade separations, bridges, culverts and major thoroughfares, and respond to residential problem locations requested by police or fire.
Councilmembers asked about resources available to residents for freeze preparation. Staff said they would check the city website and coordinate with communications staff for public guidance. On frozen or broken pipes, staff said residents can call 911 (dispatch will roll requests to the city's dispatch) or file a request through the My Frisco app; crews will handle shutoffs.
Ending: Staff asked residents to use the app or 911 in panic situations so dispatch can route service requests promptly; the council did not take formal action on the staff report.
