Tag archive for ‘City of Forney’
Forney may be in economic turnaround
Story by Cary Griffin, Forney Messenger
The community of Forney may be starting to see an economic turnaround, City Manager Brian Brooks hinted this week.
In words of cautious optimism, Brooks said Monday that the number of homes going on the marker was declining in many Forney neighborhoods.
“(I’m seeing) the least number of homes on the [...]
Frequency of train stoppages becoming a concern for city, City Manager says
Story by Cary Griffin, Forney Messenger
Trains have stopped on the tracks and blocked railroad crossings in Forney four times in the last three weeks, and City Manager Brian Brooks said Monday that something has to be done about it.
In the past three weeks, trains have stalled either because a coupling sheared and broke or an [...]
PTP official gives update on 3 Forney road projects
Story by Cary Griffin, Forney Messenger
Jennie Taraborelli, a partner with Pate Transportation Partners, gave the Forney Messenger an update Tuesday afternoon on the three biggest road improvement projects currently being undertaken by the City of Forney: the FM 548 interchange with U. S. 80; the widening of FM 741; and the widening of FM 740.
She [...]
Forney Announces Independence Day Celebration July 3rd
It’s the time of year that we’ve all been waiting for: The annual Independence Day Celebration here in Forney! Bring the whole family on July 3rd from 5-9:30pm to the Forney Community Park for lots of fun!
The City announced, “Radio Disney, face painters, balloon artist and a mini train will be in the family [...]
Forney Community Park Grand Opening March 7th
The City of Forney Parks & Recreation Department and Parks Board has announced that the Grand Opening Ceremony for the new Forney Community Park will be on March 7th at 10 a.m.
The park design includes soccer fields, softball fields, hike and bike trails, and family recreation areas. You can see more details, including a [...]
Algal Bloom Affecting North Texas Water Taste
The North Texas Municipal Water District has announced that Lavon lake is currently experiencing winter algal bloom. Lavon Lake is the major water supply reservoir for the North Texas Municipal Water District, including for the City of Forney. Those more sensitive to changes in water taste and odor might notice a difference in their drinking [...]
City of Forney Hires New Director of Community Development, Noah Simon
City of Forney Press Release, Written by Leigh Corson, Director of Human Resources
After several months of searching, the City of Forney has a new Director of Community Development. Noah Simon begins his new duties on December 10. Mr. Simon previously worked for the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota. He has several years [...]
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