Bill Woodard, Frisco City Councilman Place 4

18/06/2022

Happy to be part of the 3rd annual Juneteenth ride in Frisco. Great turnout. I expect this will grow substantially in the coming years.

06/06/2022

Frisco Police Department, Frisco Fire Department and Frisco Independent School District will be conducting training at Wakeland and Heritage High Schools on Wednesday. Please see the below from FISD for additional information.

Frisco ISD Parents,

The Frisco police and fire departments will conduct an emergency training in collaboration with Frisco ISD this Wednesday, June 8. This will occur at Wakeland and Heritage high schools.

This event is part of our ongoing, collaborative efforts to help prepare our schools for emergency situations, and FISD has been planning the training in conjunction with Frisco PD and FD for more than a year. As a result, there will be an increased presence of first responders and emergency vehicles at the campuses. We emphasize, this is not an actual emergency.

Access to both campuses will be highly restricted during this time; we ask community members to please refrain from congregating around the high schools and to avoid these general areas during the day on Wednesday if possible.

Thank you for your understanding.

Frisco ISD

21/05/2022

This was an incredible park. Felt much larger than it was because of a great layout. Absolutely stunning and got lots of ideas for Grand Park.

18/05/2022

A short recap from last nights council meeting. I'm honored to have started my third and final term on Council. Its hard to believe its been 6 years already but I look forward to these next three and being able to serve the residents of Frisco for three more years.

Also, Congrats to Tammy Meinershagen on being official!

Lastly, watch the video for a little update on Exide and Grand Park.

06/05/2022

May is Bike Month! | Frisco, TX - Official Website

May is Bike Month! We've got a lot going on this month but tomorrow we have 4 rides rolling out from 4 different areas of the city. First ones are at 10am. Check the website for more details.

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04/05/2022

Frisco Tour de Four - May is Bike Month!

Come ride with us this weekend!

https://www.friscotexas.gov/1520/May-is-Bike-Month

27/04/2022

Welcome TIAA!

Welcome to Frisco, TIAA! Construction begins this summer on a new 15-story office tower at The Star. At full ramp up, TIAA will be one of Frisco’s largest employers creating more than 2,000 new jobs. Visit the link below to read the full announcement from the Office of the Governor Greg Abbott.

https://friscoedc.com/news/governor-abbott-announces-teachers-insurance-and-annuity-association-corporate-center-in-frisco

16/04/2022

It's gorgeous weather right now. You never know what you'll run across at one of our parks.

Play Frisco - Frisco Parks & Recreation
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14/04/2022

Mayor Pro Tem Bill Woodard Endorses Dustin Paschal for FISD

Frisco Friends and Neighbors,

In a couple of weeks you'll be asked to elect three school board trustees for FISD. I believe Dustin Paschal for FISD is the right person for the job and ask that you join Laura Woodard and in supporting him. You can read more about why I support Dustin Paschal below.

If you've been around City Hall enough, you'll hear a constant refrain about the partnership between the City of Frisco and Frisco ISD. If you look at the best things we've done in Frisco in the last couple of decades, FISD is usually right alongside. Big marquee partnerships like PGA, The Star, and...

07/04/2022

Frisco, #1 safest city in the US.

Thank you for all of the hard work Frisco Police Department.

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Frisco Fire Department

06/04/2022

With the new Library being completed later this year, we've got a way for you to find out what kind of Library user YOU are. Take the quick quiz at https://friscolibrary.com/

Once you find out, you'll be able to see what areas of the library fit you best.

Frisco Public Library
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04/04/2022

Its not to late to register for Frisco's ONLY half marathon (and 5k if you don't want to do the 13 miles). This events goes to benefit many not for profits in our area.

Packet Pickup Info for the Week:

Wednesday, April 6 from 10am-6pm at OxeFit, 2800 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 340, Plano, TX 75093.

Thursday, April 7 from 10am-6pm at Tumbleweed TexStyles, 7511 Main St STE A120, Frisco, TX 75034.

Friday, April 8 from 10am-6:30pm at Frisco Running Company, 9359 Legacy Dr , Frisco, TX 75033.

Race Day, Saturday April 9, beginning at 6am. Collin College Preston Ridge Campus, 9700 Wade Blvd, Frisco, TX 75035.

Race day schedule can be found at www.runtexasbigstar.com.

Your friends can still register at https://bit.ly/BigStar2022

14/03/2022

Frisco friends and neighbors.

Welcome back from Spring Break!

This is a quick reminder that we have a special election going on right now. Early voting started last week, and turnout has been low. Please take a few minutes to swing by the pools and vote. It’ll take less time to vote than it will to park your car, I promise.

Please also join me in supporting Traci Shipman.

Frisco is moving into a new era and as we have progressed down that path and new challenges come into focus, I believe her experience is important for us moving forward.

I have known and worked with Tracie for over 15 years on a variety of projects in Frisco, and in fact was one of the first people I spoke with on CDC when I wanted to know more about Boards and Commissions after moving to Frisco I have great respect for her leadership and commitment to Frisco, for her vision for our city, and for her honest, no-nonsense approach to dealing with tough discussions and decisions.

Her combination of business experience as a change management and leadership coach, her work with organizations going through large-scale transitions (like Frisco is right now) and her 2+ decades of serving in Frisco make her my choice for the Place 5 City Council position.

Early Voting information is in the attached graphic.

https://www.friscotexas.gov/1272/Voting-Dates-Hours-Locations

03/03/2022

Frisco friends and neighbors. I have been asked many times whom I support in the Place 5 Runoff. To date I’ve not made a public endorsement as I consider both candidates friends, however Frisco is moving into a new era and as we have progressed down that path and new challenges come into focus, I believe it is time.

I am supporting Tracie Shipman.

I have known and worked with Tracie for over 15 years on a variety of projects in Frisco, and in fact was one of the first people I spoke with on CDC when I wanted to know more about Boards and Commissions after moving to Frisco I have great respect for her leadership and commitment to Frisco, for her vision for our city, and for her honest, no-nonsense approach to dealing with tough discussions and decisions.

Her combination of business experience as a change management and leadership coach, her work with organizations going through large-scale transitions (like Frisco is right now) and her 2+ decades of serving in Frisco make her my choice for the Place 5 City Council position.

Most everyone knows that the City Council has a huge task in front of us as we select our 2nd City Manager. As I mentioned recently at an event, we cannot afford to get this wrong, we will not get this wrong.

We cannot drop the ball on how we support our staff and the rest of our community through this transition. Because of her background and experience, Tracie really is the best person for this council seat as we work though this important process and move into an exciting but unknown future.

I am personally looking forward to the times when she and I can have one of our vigorous, respectful debates and dig into topics where, at the end, we each expand our original thinking, learn from each other, and create an even better outcome for Frisco.

I can’t think of a better way to Keep Frisco On Track than to elect Tracie Shipman to Place 5 on the Frisco City Council!

Please join Laura and I as we cast our vote for Tracie.

23/02/2022

Friends and Supporters.

I am proud, and fortunate, to say that I will have the privilege of serving the residents of Frisco for another three years. I did not draw an opponent for this election. It has been an absolute joy to work with the residents of Frisco for the last 12 years, 6 on council, and I am looking forward to all of the great things we will do in the coming three years. I would like to thank all of you for your support through the years and please continue to reach out, ask questions, and get engaged.

For those that were able to make the kickoff/celebration last Friday, thank you!!, I’ve included some photos from the event.

A special thank you to Suad Bejtovic Photography for helping us memorialize the event and to Emerson Band (https://www.facebook.com/emersonband) for providing the entertainment.

Laura and I thank you all!

23/02/2022

Photos from Bill Woodard, Frisco City Councilman Place 4's post

18/02/2022

Frisco Assistant Police Chief Greg Ward Retires

Thank you Chief Ward for your service.

16/02/2022

Last night we recognized Black History Month; 3, yes 3, 20 year anniversaries with the Frisco Fire Department; The first responders that were directly responsible for rescuing a 15 year old from a house fire; and the CALEA Recertification of our Police Department and our 911 Call Center.

I could go on and on about all these great people, but there is a theme here.

We are great not because of one person or group, but because of ALL of our residents and staff.

Without all of these people we would not have received the CALEA certification several years ago. Its not easy to get, and there are only 3 fire departments in the entire state of Texas that have a certified police department and 911 call center. 3.

The standard that we hold ourselves to for training and providing support allows our officers and fire fighters to perform their jobs to the best of their abilities, their performance feeds back and allows us to continue to exceed industry standards. None of that would be possible without the assistance from IT, Engineering, Finance, Public Works and all the other groups that help operate the City on a day to day basis.

While the Council has always prioritized public safety, that support also comes from the residents, you. Without all of you none of this would be possible.

I'm proud to be part of this City and the extraordinary accomplishments we make happen.

14/02/2022

Last week we wrapped our Winter Worksession. The coming 12 months will have a heavy internal focus especially as it relates to Employee Attraction, Retention and Engagement. The images show the top 10. As is normal, these are not in priority order, its simply our top 10 list.

13/02/2022

Bill 4 Frisco Campaign Kickoff

Friends and Neighbors,
YOU’RE INVITED!!!!

Over the last week we’ve sent out evites for my re-election campaign kickoff. In today’s world of social media though I’ve realized I may not have accurate emails or phone numbers for everyone and evites also end up in SPAM, so I’m sharing the kickoff details here.

Laura and I would love to see as many of our friends and supporters as we can. The event will be mix and mingle for about an hour, short comments about 7pm, and live entertainment after that. We will have food and drinks for everyone as well.

We look forward to seeing you Friday!

February 18, 2022 @ 6pm - 9pm : Please join us for an evening of refreshments and mingling in support for our friend and Frisco City Councilman Bill Woodard for his 2022 re-election campaign.Bill ...

12/02/2022

It was cold and windy, but a great time nonetheless celebrating Asian Lunar New Year.

10/02/2022

Please take a few minutes to watch the video link for this event. Our first responders do an incredible job every day. Its not often that we get to see a first hand point of view of an event. This young man was rescued moments before the fire engulfed the area where our first responders were working. This is just one reason why we place so much emphasis on supporting our police and fire and ensuring they have the best tools and training available to do their jobs.

Also, if you have a 2 story home there are rescue ladders that can be purchased that would allow an occupant to climb out the window and down to the first floor. Please look into purchasing those for every room with an upstairs window, and store them on the floor. Thank you Frisco Fire Department and Frisco Police Department.

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MEDIA RELEASE- Frisco Police Department and Frisco Fire Department City of Frisco TX - City Hall

NEW VIDEO OF RESCUE DURING HOUSE FIRE IN FRISCO; DISPATCHERS, OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS TO BE RECOGNIZED FOR HEROISM

https://www.friscotexas.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1616

Video: https://youtu.be/5EFV_qBPbNc

03/02/2022

While many of us are able to work from home today, safe and warm, we have an incredible staff that is hard at work in our EOC that's monitoring road and storm conditions and managing city resources during this event.

Thank you to our dedicated staff and first responders!
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Frisco Police Department
Frisco Fire Department

If residents haven't seen Frisco Fire responded overnight to a house fire that started in a chimney. Please get those checked and cleaned every year. We are also out sanding roads. Photos shred from the fire and the sanding routes will be posted in the comments.

02/02/2022

See below for important changes to trash and recycling collections this week.

📢 No trash or recycling collection on Thursday, 2/3 due to anticipated icy roads. ❄️ Don't put out your carts.
- The Environmental Collection Center is also closed Thursday.
- Friday: Collections resume at 10 a.m. (Customers with 'Thursday pickup' collected, if road conditions permit.)
- Saturday: Collections resume at 8 a.m. (Customers with 'Friday pickup' if road conditions permit)

Find info about city services and facilities impacted by the Winter Storm at https://www.friscotexas.gov/1765/Winter-Weather-AlertsResources. We'll update as new details are available.

01/02/2022

Progress in Motion - Parks & Recreation Reinvestment Projects

One of our top 10 priorities this year was reinvestment in our City. The reinvestment in these parks is just a small, but very noticeable, piece of that strategy. These and other improvements keep our City strong and a desirable place to be.

29/01/2022

It's election day for the Special Election. Please get out and vote. I promise it'll take less than 5 minutes. The city website lists polling locations.

📢Registered Frisco Voters: TODAY is Election Day! If you haven't voted yet polls are open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. to cast your 🗳️ ballot in the Special Election for Frisco City Council Place 5. 📲Visit https://tinyurl.com/mr8p9p42 for more election information.

🗳️ Where to vote?
DENTON COUNTY residents MUST vote in your precinct. Not sure where you should vote? Find your precinct here: https://www.votedenton.gov/precinct-lookup-by-address/

COLLIN COUNTY residents may vote at any open vote center in Collin County. See full list here: https://www.collincountytx.gov/elections/election_information/Pages/election_day.aspx

19/01/2022

This morning I filed my paperwork for re-election to Frisco City Council Place 4. The last 5 years have been an honor serving the citizens of Frisco. Frisco is an amazing city and we've done a lot of incredible things but we cannot take our eye off the ball. We still have work to do in building out the northern parts of our City, but just as importantly we are in a transition phase where we must be reinvesting in the aging areas as well. I look forward to continuing to meet with the residents over the coming months and discussing plans for the future. If you'd like to know more about me please check out my website, or message me.

www.bill4frisco.com