As winter transitions into spring and the City of Buffalo continues to thaw out, Buffalo Mayor Christopher P. Scanlon is ramping up efforts to address deteriorating road conditions with an expanded pothole repair initiative and a $17 million investment in citywide road repaving for 2025.
“This winter’s freeze-thaw cycles have severely impacted our roads, and I know how frustrating it has been for residents,” said Mayor Scanlon. “The pothole issue extends beyond the City of Buffalo and is a challenge throughout Erie County, affecting drivers, businesses, and daily commutes. That’s why we are taking a proactive approach—deploying additional resources and expanding repair efforts.”
Mayor Scanlon and Department of Public Works Commissioner Nate Marton have developed a strategic plan to accelerate pothole repairs while minimizing financial strain on taxpayers. Under this initiative:
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More than three dozen trucks and crews in total will be deployed every weekend in March to fast-track pothole repairs across the city.
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Outside contractors will be brought in to supplement city crews, ensuring additional manpower and resources for a more efficient response.
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Weekday repair operations will continue, with extra contractor support focused on weekends when schools are not in session—maximizing resources while minimizing disruptions.
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Priority will be given to high-complaint areas, with the city working closely with the Division of Citizen Services and the 311 Department to target the most severe potholes.
Last weekend (March 1 and March 2), two dozen city crews were deployed across every Council district, using nearly 40 tons of pothole patch materials to make substantial progress.
Additionally, Mayor Scanlon announced a $17 million investment to repave more than 175 streets across Buffalo’s Council districts. This comprehensive resurfacing effort will begin in the spring and continue through the fall, ensuring long-term improvements to road conditions throughout the city.
Buffalo residents are encouraged to report potholes through the Buffalo 311 system and mobile app to help crews identify priority locations.
