A Department of Public Works representative told the community that crews have spent the last five months preparing for a projected upcoming storm and urged residents to report road problems through the Tell Us Now app.

The representative said DPW road crews "have really been working diligently to keep the roads prepared and ready for any upcoming storms," emphasizing routine maintenance measures taken since the previous storm, including clearing storm drains and inlets, conducting tree trimming and removing debris from roadways. "We conduct tree trimmings, as well as keeping the roads clear of debris," the speaker said.

The briefing also stressed that crews are staged and aware of potential impacts. "They're ready," the DPW representative said, adding, "We have all the equipment. We have the tools that we need, and we have a team that's ready to respond." The official encouraged residents to use the department’s Tell Us Now app to report road concerns: "If you notice an issue or a road concern, please submit a request to DPW through our Tell Us Now app. That is your best resource to help us be aware of incidental things that are happening on the road."

DPW described these remarks as part of ongoing preparations that have continued for the past five months; no formal orders, motions or votes were announced during the briefing. The department said it will continue routine maintenance and remain available to respond to reports submitted through the app.