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The Forney EDC Dec. 19 meeting had a presentation by TIP Strategies & EDT Best Practices regarding progress on the strategic plan, updates on downtown development, a lengthy consideration of the FAC lease, and a visit from members of Share the Love. After executive session, approved the purchase of 110 E. Main St for an amount to not exceed $400,000.

During its regular March 21 meeting, the Forney Economic Development Corporation revisited the priorities for downtown development / revitalization, in the planning for a TIRZ, received a clean audit from Mr. Mike Conway, and approved a 5-year tax abatement for International Architectural Metals at 206 E. Hwy 80.

The Nov. P&Z approved a site plan for a 7-11 store w/ 6 gas pumps; approved ordinance changes for Ice Machines & a C.U.P. for one; added a definition & annual fee structure for Food Trucks; approved zoning changes in the Fox Hollow PD for Neighborhood Services & Gas Stations at Monitor & 741, and at Monitor and 1641; concurred with proposed changes to allow for enforcement of private clubs regulations.

On June 19 Brian Haughey resigned from the city council. Applications were taken for the vacancy until June 29. City Council will be interviewing applicants.

The City reports two confirmed tornadoes on April 3, and the Forney PD requests you not travel on the North side of Forney (the Diamond Creek area) due to damage.