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Council approves amended zoning re: parking in driveways; adds Farmers Market to approved uses; is introduced to the idea of taking ownership of part of FM740; reluctantly approves new shopping center at FM1641/FM548/RR tracks.

Forney Council held a workshop regarding the fate of the recently purchased Booker T. Washington school building, adopted new budget which lowers taxes 2.5 cents, accepted 4.33 acres in Meadow Ridge for a future fire station, and had a second visit by a resident seeking ordinance enforcement.

The Forney City Council, during its Jan. 20, 2015 meeting, held four public hearings, approving rezoning for Gateway Parks at 1641 N. of Grandview, sign changes, Brooklyn Village modifications, then approved 11 more items.

The Forney Planning & Zoning commission on Dec. 04, 2014 had an overflow audience, but did not convene due to a very rare failure to muster a quorum.

The Forney EDC during its regular meeting on June 12, 2014 approved a financial incentive for Mama's Daughters Diner Forney of $35,900; reviewed a preliminary budget presented by City Manager Brooks; held executive session

During its Feb. 20, 2018 meeting, City Council heard about street-light options, MF near Kroger, brewpubs, Financial Audit, Atmos Relocation, & appointed Interim CM.

Council takes first steps on annexing land near the power plant, approves presented IT Strategic Plan, approves funding for construction at 106 E. Main, does some paperwork re: Talty WSC, hears from Mr. Austin about streets and Ms. Gamble about traffic/safety problems.

The Nov. 6 City Council revisited quiet zone options; refinanced bonds to save money; approved certificates of obligation for Mulberry Park; adopted a special events policy including a Spellman Ampitheater addendum; selected a new flag design.

2012 City Council Run-off Election results show incumbent Mary Penn winning.