@mayorseanryan: This morning I joined The City of Buffalo DPW and Erie County Department of Public Works crews in Seneca-Babcock as they cold patched potholes and shared best practices to ensure repairs last longer. I said we’d work with our government partners to improve how we do the basics — and this morning’s exercise is exactly what that looks like. Today’s focus was on clearing out debris, properly tamping cold patches, and taking the time to get repairs right. Cold patching is a temporary fix, but when it’s done right, it holds us over until longer-lasting hot patching can begin once the asphalt plants open. I appreciate Erie County, NY and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz for this joint partnership and information, including a demonstration of a hot box for use in cold patching. It’s the kind of equipment we’re looking to bring into Buffalo DPW by reinvesting and upgrading how we deliver basic services. #potholes #buffalo #mayor #newyork