Plano Fire Department to Receive $27,200 Grant

The office of United States Senator John Cornyn has announced the Plano Fire Department will receive a grant of $27,200 to support firefighters and their work as first responders.  “This funding will help make sure first responders at the Plano Fire Department will have the resources necessary to keep the surrounding community safe,” Senator Cornyn said. Read More.

School In Session – Watch Your Speed and Cell Phone Usage

Plano Police Officers will be heavily enforcing school zones, crosswalks and speed limits to assure a safe commute to school.  Drivers caught using cell phones or other handheld devices in school zones may face up to a $200 fine. For the children’s protection allow extra commute time, drive posted speeds, observe crossing guard and school zone signage directives.
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City of Plano Budget Information for Fiscal Year 2010-11

Wednesday, July 28 City Manager Tom Muehlenbeck presented a balanced budget proposal to the Plano City Council for Fiscal Year 2010-11.  The proposed combined budget is $399,802,479 million, representing a $2.5 million reduction from the 2009-10 adopted budget.  View the budget synopsis, as well as a complete copy of the proposed budget by clicking here.