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Forney · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Forney public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Costco is looking to set up shop in Forney, which would be a massive boost for local tax revenue and give us way more shopping options. Keep an eye on city council meetings as they negotiate the final deal to bring the warehouse giant to town.
Forney is using new tax revenue to put more police on the streets to tackle the traffic chaos caused by the city's rapid expansion. It’s a direct move to keep roads safer and hopefully get things moving a bit smoother for everyone.
Forney is exploding, with the population doubling in a decade, which means more cool shops but also major headaches for our roads and utilities. We're getting the perks of a bigger city, but we have to figure out how to keep the infrastructure from buckling under the pressure.
Forney is growing fast, and the rules governing our housing and city boundaries have a complicated history. This deep dive breaks down how past annexation battles and local housing policies shaped the town you see today.
Forney is blowing up as one of the fastest-growing affordable suburbs in the U.S., which is awesome for your home value but means we're about to deal with way more traffic and construction. Get ready for some growing pains as the city scrambles to keep up with the new population.
Costco is officially opening in Forney this April, bringing a major retail hub to our backyard. While it’s great for shopping, get ready for some serious construction traffic while the city upgrades the roads to handle the crowds.
Forney is finally ditching its three busted storm sirens for a network of 12 modern towers. This means you’ll actually get a reliable heads-up when severe weather hits instead of wondering if the system is working.
Forney is tightening the screws on 'nuisance properties' that attract crime and code violations. If you're a homeowner or landlord, expect stricter rules aimed at keeping our neighborhoods from sliding downhill.
Forney’s city council elections are happening this Saturday, so don't miss your chance to pick the people calling the shots. It’s a quick way to make sure your voice is heard on how our town grows.
Forney is growing fast with tons of new homes and shops popping up everywhere. While it’s great to have more local options, get ready for busier roads and more strain on our city's infrastructure.
Early voting for the Forney City Council election wraps up this Tuesday. Make sure you get to the polls before the deadline if you want a say in who runs the city.
Forney is building a new water tower on the north side to stop those annoying low-pressure issues and handle all the new houses popping up. Swing by City Hall on May 27 to check out the blueprints and grill the engineers on how this impacts your street.
Texas just made city-wide teen curfews illegal, so Forney has to scrub its old rules from the books to stay compliant. It’s basically a legal cleanup job to make sure our local ordinances match the new state law.
Forney is officially putting its foot down on those chaotic street takeover events that have been causing trouble. Councilman Traylor is leading the charge to make sure these disruptive gatherings get shut down before they become a bigger problem.
Forney’s City Council is meeting tonight to hash out new development plans for Gateway Parks and debate a potential rental registration rule. If you’re a landlord or a renter, this could change how your housing is managed and regulated moving forward.