Personnel Matters
Summary
Plano firefighters are ditching the old schedule for a new 24-on, 72-off system, the first in Texas! This big change could mean quicker emergency responses but also affects how our firefighters are doing.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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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.
It's not clear if anyone is directly harmed, but we'll be watching to see if response times suffer.
Mentions & discussions (4)
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.
A First for Texas: Plano Firefighters Adopt 24/72 Shift Model
A First for Texas: Plano Firefighters Adopt 24/72 Shift Model Local Profile
24-on, 72-off | Plano firefighters' new shift schedule marks a first for Texas
24-on, 72-off | Plano firefighters' new shift schedule marks a first for Texas WFAA
Plano Fire Department is first in state to get 1 day on, 3 days off schedule
Plano Fire Department is first in state to get 1 day on, 3 days off schedule FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth
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