Personnel Matters
Summary
Plano firefighters are getting a major schedule shake-up, moving to a 24-hour shift followed by three full days off. This is a first for Texas, and it's all about improving firefighter well-being and response times.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential impact on departmental staffing and operational capacity, and potential costs associated with extended leave.
Appointed board members and potentially the fire department captain, depending on the outcome of the leave request.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council POM Meeting — May 11, 2026
The council addressed personnel-related items, including reappointments to water and transportation boards and a request for extended leave for a fire department captain.
Preliminary Open Meeting - Mar 9, 2026
The fire department is facing increased call volumes and is working to maintain response times through staffing and new station development. They are also transitioning to a 42-hour work week for firefighters.
Texas FD makes history in move to 24/72 shift schedule
Texas FD makes history in move to 24/72 shift schedule FireRescue1
Plano becomes first Texas city to adopt 24/72 shift schedule for firefighters, officials say
Plano becomes first Texas city to adopt 24/72 shift schedule for firefighters, officials say CBS News
Plano becomes first city in Texas to implement 24/72 firefighter schedule
Plano becomes first city in Texas to implement 24/72 firefighter schedule Star Local Media
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