Watch the Replay: Town Hall Meeting 

Thank you to all who joined Mayor Jeff Cheney, City Manager Wes Pierson and city staff, in person and virtually, for our last Town Hall of 2022. If you missed it Monday night, the recorded meeting is available to view on demand or on Facebook. We received many great questions! Staff also provided updates on these three topics. Click to watch the highlight videos or scroll down for additional information on each topic.

- Citizen Bond Committee

- Downtown Redevelopment

- First trail at Grand Park

The next Town Hall Meeting will happen in February 2023. The date is T.B.D. and will be announced after the New Year. 

Register Now for Preview Event, November 19,  9 – 11 a.m.

Following years of anticipation, the City of Frisco is introducing residents to Grand Park by opening Big Bluestem Trail.  An inaugural trail walk will be held November 19 at 9 a.m. The trailhead for Big Bluestem is located off Cotton Gin Road, between Dallas Parkway and Legacy Drive. 

“We’re so excited to welcome the community to start exploring this trail,” said Mayor Jeff Cheney. “Our city has aspired to develop Grand Park for many years.  In fact, the idea of Grand Park is one of the projects that inspired me to run for city council. I believe this trail marks the beginning of developing a legacy park destined to become one of our city’s greatest attractions for residents, visitors and future generations.” 

Following the morning event, the trail will open to the public at 11 a.m. For your safety, please wait to explore the trail until after the November 19 opening. Read the press release for more details and to register for the preview event.

Big Bluestem is the latest addition to Frisco Hike and Bike Trails presented by Children’s Health. For more information on Big Bluestem and all our trails, go to PlayFrisco.org/Trails. 

Frisco has many trails to explore! Check out the first video of our new series with sponsor Children's Health, featuring the Caddo Hike & Bike Trail.

A city council-appointed Citizens Bond Committee has started its meetings to review and assess the city's needs for capital improvement projects like roads, facilities, parks and public safety over the next five years. The 15-memeber volunteer committee is made up of Frisco residents who will meet through January and then recommend a list of projects and anticipated financial investment to the city council. City council members may then consider calling for a Bond Election to be held in May 2023. 

Follow along with the committee's meetings and see the 15 resident volunteers serving on it at FriscoTexas.gov/bond. All residents are welcome to share their ideas for projects. Contact the committee by emailing [email protected].

WATCH: Progress In Motion - Downtown Redevelopment

Work is now underway to transform downtown Frisco. The first phase updates Elm Street, including changing the traffic flow. Construction crews are tackling one block at a time. Learn more in this week’s #ProgressinMotion.

Do you know about our WaterWise resources?

- Receive weekly watering advice and helpful landscape solutions. Sign up for weekly WaterWise emails.

- Report water waste when you see it by using the MyFrisco app.

- Check out upcoming workshops and events, like the Fix-a-Leak workshop coming up on November 10. Learn how to repair some of the most common household leaks with the city's building inspections staff. The class is free, but registration is required.

Check out FriscoTexas.gov/Water to find the city's Water Management Plan, Water Efficiency Plan, best practices for outdoor watering and information about our water supply. 

WATCH: October Safety Matters

In this month’s episode of Safety Matters, the Frisco Police Department explains the important job of those in the Crime Scene Investigations unit. And October is Fire Prevention Month, so the Frisco Fire Department will introduce you to a few of our Frisco Fire Clowns who can help you learn how to prevent fires. Check this out and learn why #SafetyMatters.

Frisco Community Parade - Register Now 

Registration closes November 3 at 5 p.m.

Join us for this Frisco tradition as we honor our veterans and celebrate community spirit! The theme for this year's Frisco Community Parade is Heroes: Made to Shine!  Who are your heroes? Whether they wear a cape, badge or fatigues, pick an inspiration and incorporate it into your float or uniform as you march down Main Street. The route runs from Toyota Stadium to North County Rd. in downtown Frisco. The annual parade fosters a 'small town feel' among our diverse, growing community. Visit friscoparade.com for more details.

Scare up some fun with Play Frisco Parks & Recreation!
Follow @playfrisco on Facebook or visit playfrisco.org for more info!

Ring in the holiday season at Frisco Merry Main Street presented by Texas Health Hospital Frisco! 
Save the date! Sat., December 3 - Simpson Plaza, 3:30 to 8 p.m.
Visit friscomerrymainstreet.com for all the details!

Frosty 5K& Merry Mile 
Register online

The annual Frosty 5K & Merry Mile presented by Texas Health Hospital Frisco on Sat. December 3, is right around the corner! Start your training by running to register at the link above. All participants will receive a special long sleeve tee, finisher medal and other swag. Don't wait, register today! 

Vendors wanted!
Apply on our website

Be a part of the annual Merry Main Street festivities on Saturday, December 3, as we ring in the holiday season in Frisco! 
Deadline is 5 p.m. on November 4, so don't miss out!  Visit our website for complete details and application information. 

City Council Meeting Notes  -  October 18

At Tuesday's City Council meeting, Mayor Jeff Cheney recognized:

- "Darren Stevens Day" celebrating Assistant Police Chief Stevens' 20 Years of Service to the Frisco Police Department. Chief Stevens was joined by his wife (pictured above) as City Council thanked him for his dedication to public safety and his role in building impactful relationships between the police and the diverse Frisco community.

- "Fire Prevention Month" and joined the Frisco Fire Department in reminding all citizens "Fire won't wait. Plan your escape." (Pictured below: Frisco Fire Department's Interim Chief Lee Glover, Fire Marshal Kelly Kistner and some of the resident clowns of Frisco Fire Safety Town presented by Texas Health Hospital Frisco.)

Shout out to Frisco Pack 1260 for leading the Pledge of Allegiance.

Watch Mayor Cheney's City Council 'recap' on Facebook. The next regular city council meeting is Tuesday, November 1.

Frisco Officially Welcomes WileyX!

Mayor Jeff Cheney and members of City Council joined with the Frisco Economic Development Corporation, and Frisco Chamber of Commerce in officially welcoming the protective eyewear company Wiley X to Frisco! Brothers and co-owners Dan & Myles Freeman relocated their company to Frisco from Livermore, California, moving their global headquarters, manufacturing and distribution site to a new 60,000 square foot facility located in the Star Business Park. Check out the photos from today's ribbon cutting.

#ICYMI: In Case You Missed It...

- Our Traffic and Transportation Division, Frisco Police Department, Frisco Fire Department, Rufus the Recycle Dog and the Natural Resources Division of Frisco Parks and Recreation greeted friends at Bledsoe Elementary for National Walk 'N Roll to School Day! Check out some fun photos on Facebook. Find more pedestrian and school safety tips at friscotexas.gov/schoolzonesafety

- Mayor Jeff Cheney and guests visited the Depot at the Frisco Heritage Center for this month's 'Coffee with the Mayor'. Frisco Heritage Association President, Donna Schmittler and Heritage Park Administrator, Rayna Alum gave an update on the latest happenings at the Heritage Center - plus guests were treated to a guided walking tour of Heritage Village and the Frisco Heritage Museum. View more photos on Facebook.

- The last Coffee with the Mayor for 2022, will be November 11, 9:30 a.m. at The Grove at Frisco Commons. This will precede the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Veterans Memorial inside Frisco Commons which begins at 11 a.m.

- Another great reason to call Frisco, Texas home! Jobs, housing & economic stability land Frisco in the No. 2 spot on a new list of the 'Most Resilient Economies' by SmartAsset.com. The company analyzed data from the 300 largest cities in America.

Frisco's water supplier, North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), officially dedicated Bois d’Arc Lake in Fannin County last week. Mayor Jeff Cheney attended the dedication of the state’s newest major reservoir - the first built in Texas in more than 30 years. Read the full release and see photos on Facebook.

WATCH: Progress In Motion - Cottonwood Creek Erosion Project Update

A project to repair erosion and improve a neighborhood park is nearly complete. A city-wide study found Cottonwood Creek and two ponds off the trail near Teel Parkway were experiencing severe erosion. Watch and learn more about the improvements in this #ProgressinMotion video.

News and Updates from our Partners!

Dallas North Tollway Ramps Closed Near Panther Creek Parkway
Closures estimated for 12 to 18 months due to the NTTA's DNT Widening Project
WATCH: NTTA video on DNT traffic switch over Fields Pkwy.

Due to North Texas Tollway Authority's Dallas North Tollway (DNT) widening project, three ramps to and from the DNT are CLOSED near the intersection of Dallas Pkwy. and Panther Creek Pkwy. The specific closures are listed below and shown in the attached map.

- Northbound entrance ramp south of Panther Creek Pkwy.
- Northbound exit ramp north of Panther Creek Pkwy.
- Southbound entrance ramp north of Panther Creek Pkwy.

View full release for details including detours. For more information about traffic-related news along NTTA roadways, visit Traffic Updates on NTTA.org.

Frisco Bowl Family 4 Packs
On Sale Now!

Looking for a new family tradition? Take advantage of the "Frisco Bowl Family 4 Pack" and enjoy a night of football, family, food and fun at the 2022 Frisco Bowl, December 17 at Toyota Stadium.

Learn more and get your tickets at thefriscobowl.com/tickets

Public Health Information

Need a COVID-19 test?

- Free at-home COVID-19 tests through covidtests.gov.

- The Texas Department of State Health Services lists testing options and sites.

Need a COVID-19 vaccine? 

Please see the resource links below.

- Denton County COVID-19 vaccine interest portal

- Collin County COVID-19 vaccine information web page

Monkeypox Resources

- Collin County monkeypox information and vaccine sign-up

- Denton County monkeypox information and vaccine registration