Frisco Insider - Mayoral Election + HQ + More

Howdy, Frisco.

First of all… can we talk about that weather glow-up?

Saturday tried to wash us away with thunderstorms, but then Sunday showed up absolutely beautiful, sunshine, crisp air, perfect patio vibes. If you didn’t go outside yesterday, respectfully….what are you doing?

Now we’re heading into another week of growth, construction cones, election season energy, and at least one person in your neighborhood still taking down Valentine’s decorations. Let’s get into it.

🗳️ City Council & Frisco ISD Races Are Officially Set

The filing period for the May 2 general election has officially closed, and every Frisco City Council and Frisco ISD race will be contested. Translation: it’s going to be a busy ballot.

🏛️ Frisco City Council

On the ballot:

• Mayor

• Place 5

• Place 6

Big headline here: Mayor Jeff Cheney and Council Member Brian Livingston are termed out, meaning we’re guaranteed new leadership on council.

Mayoral Candidates:

• John Keating

• Shona Sowell

• Rod Vilhauer

• Mark Hill

Place 5 Candidates:

• Vijay Karthik

• Laura Rummel (incumbent)

• Sreekanth Reddy

Place 6 Candidates:

• Brittany Colberg

• Sai Krishnarajanagar

• Matt Chalmers

• Jerry Spencer

Election Day: May 2
Early Voting: April 20–28
Last Day to Register to Vote: April 2

No matter where you land politically, this one matters. Local elections impact schools, taxes, infrastructure, and growth, aka the stuff you actually feel every day.

🚧 Rail District Redevelopment: $80M+ and Still Growing

Downtown Frisco is mid-transformation, and yes, the cones are still multiplying.

The city has now invested over $80 million into revitalizing the historic Rail District to make it more walkable, more vibrant, and more event-ready.

What’s Happening:

• Main Street reconstruction (1st St to County Rd)

• 4th Street Plaza public gathering space

• A new five-level parking garage (451 spaces)

• Elm Street improvements

Timeline:

• Main Street began July 2024

• 4th Street Plaza began September 2024

• Parking garage began February 2025

• Main Street completion expected Q1 2026

• Plaza + garage expected Q2 2026

If you want real-time updates, lane closures, and parking maps, the city now has a dedicated Rail District page here:
https://www.friscotexas.gov/1599/Downtown-Redevelopment

Downtown is going to feel very different by summer.

🏢 Public Storage Relocating HQ to Frisco

Another big corporate win for North Texas, and Frisco specifically.

Public Storage, the $50 billion self-storage giant with more than 3,500 locations nationwide, is officially relocating its corporate headquarters from California to Frisco.

New Frisco address: 2811 Internet Boulevard

The company cited:

• Talent pool depth

• Innovation ecosystem

• Business-friendly climate

Public Storage generates roughly $5 billion in annual revenue and is one of the largest publicly traded real estate investment trusts in the country.

This continues the trend of California companies choosing North Texas as their new HQ home. Frisco’s corporate momentum is very real.

🚧 Weekly Roadwork Roundup (Because Of Course)

Here’s what might test your patience this week:

New Pavement Replacement:

• EB College Pkwy at Wilmington Dr

• 2061 Zander Dr

Ongoing Pavement:

• 1200 Crockett Dr

• 11629 Cody Ln

• Boulder Way at Moraine Dr

• Kings Ride at Quest Dr

Ongoing Utility Work:

• Kings Ridge Rd (Castle Dr to Camelot Dr)

Two weeks estimated (weather permitting… and after Saturday, who knows).

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💕 Speed Dating 50s/60s in Prosper | Ticketed

📅 Tuesday, Feb 17 | 7–9 PM
📍 Black Hawk Brewery, Prosper

Six-minute mini-dates. Up to 12 matches. No swiping required.

If you’re tired of apps and ready for real conversation, this is your IRL alternative. Time to get chatty.

Details: Here

🎺 Fat Tuesday at Rollertown | No Cost

📅 Tuesday, Feb 17 | Doors 4 PM | Music 5:30 PM
📍 Rollertown Beerworks

Live brass band energy featuring Bobby Falk Brass Edition.

Expect:

• Mardi Gras vibes

• Fat Boi Cupid on tap

• Cold beer + NOLA energy

• No ticket required

Details: Here

🐦 Birding 101 | No Cost

📅 Wednesday, Feb 18 | 9–10 AM
📍 Frisco Commons Park (meet at Splash Pad)

Nearly 600 bird species live in Texas, and the Natural Resources team is hosting a beginner friendly guided walk to help you spot them.

If you’ve ever downloaded a bird app and then deleted it five minutes later, this is your redemption arc.

Details: Here

🏐 Dallas Pulse vs Indy Ignite | Ticketed

📅 Thursday, Feb 19 | 7 PM
📍 Comerica Center

North Texas’ first professional women’s volleyball team is back on home court.

If you haven’t been to a Dallas Pulse match yet, it’s loud, electric, and surprisingly addictive.

Details: Here