Forney EDC hold special meeting for HOT funds

During its special Sept. 22 , 2016 meeting, the Forney Economic Development Corp. (EDC) met and :

• Mr. Ketteman explained this is similar to the recent situation with the Forney DBA and the mural project, which prompted rules changes. Ms. Milton with the Forney Historic Preservation League and the Spellman Museum said the funds were leftover from the grand opening, which is now scheduled for Nov. 12. The funds will be spent quickly for advertising, in the Messenger, online, and updating the billboard. The Museum will be open Wed - Sat 11 - 6, or until 8 on Thursday.
  Mr. Ketteman said the FHPL has already issued a check back to the FEDC, which they will now turn around and go to council for approval, then a check will be reissued to the FHPL.
  Mr. McGregor said about 10 people attended the franchise meeting.
  Mr. Ketteman said the board will need to discuss how to spend funds for future needs, and the new city manager Mr. Fisher has asked department heads for ideas for a "roadmap to greatness."