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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Prosper public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
DNT frontage road repairs and Frontier Parkway improvements
A $10.06 million contract fixes and widens the DNT northbound frontage road and blows out the Frontier Parkway intersection. East-west traffic keeps moving at First Street, Prosper Trail, and Frontier Parkway during construction, but frontage road drivers should expect closures for about 120 days starting early 2027.
In-House Street Sweeping Program
The town bought a new mechanical street sweeper to supplement private contractors, focusing on regular cleaning in downtown and local neighborhoods.
First Street Infrastructure and Development Update
The town awarded a massive $21.3 million contract to rebuild First Street from DNT to Coleman, adding new water lines, a roundabout, and railway upgrades. Construction is slated to start in April and finish by late 2027.
Downtown Infrastructure and Parking Improvements
New parking at the EDC, Broadway, and McKinley is nearly finished, historical markers are going in at 11 sites, and monument lighting is installed but not yet lit.
FM 1385 Roadway Expansion
TxDOT shared construction timelines for FM 1385, letting residents know when land acquisition and roadwork will start.
Craig Road Construction and Infrastructure Improvements
The town awarded a major construction contract to improve Craig Road from Preston Road to Fifth Street, enhancing local transit capacity.
McKinney Urban Transit District Restructuring
The transit program is facing funding changes, and the council is looking at how to better serve the needs of Prosper's aging population.
Coit Road Construction Project Progress
Council reviewed construction updates on Coit Road, which aims to improve traffic flow and infrastructure as the town grows. Phase 1 is nearing its final paving stage, while Phase 2 planning continues toward a 2027 finish.