All Things Forney

09/10/2024

On September 17th, 2024, City Council will hold a Public Hearing and then vote to approve or deny their new proposed tax rate increase from the current $0.36 to $0.42 per $100 valuation. This $0.06 increase is $0.02 more than the city staff recommendation of a $0.04 increase, with no exact direction as to where the additional monies will be budgeted to. Read more about this tax rate increase here:

https://allthingsforney.com/forney-city-council-to-consider-raising-the-city-tax-rate-on-september-17th-2024

09/06/2024

As we reported previously, Tom Thumb's grand opening is set for next Friday, September 13th 2024!

The Forney Tom Thumb will open Friday, September 13th🎉 We invite everyone to their grand opening celebration which will feature delicious demos, giveaways, amazing grand opening sales, and more!
Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/jWFpW4s88r338hJo/

09/04/2024

On August 20th, 2024, Forney City Council voted to approve a Forney Economic Development Corporation incentive that contradicts the resolution they passed 2 weeks prior on August 6th, 2024 limiting the eligibility requirements for EDC grants. Read more here:

https://allthingsforney.com/forney-city-council-contradicts-their-own-resolution

08/29/2024

The City of Forney and the Forney Economic Development Corporation will be hosting a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the new extension of Ridgecrest Rd between FM 548 and Reeder Rd on Wednesday September 4th, 2024 at 9:00am.

08/28/2024

Forney Economic Development Corporation has a new director

The City of Forney is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Grace as the new Director of the Forney Economic Development Corporation. With over 20 years of experience in municipal planning and development, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role.

A Dallas native, Michael holds a Master of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning from the University of Oklahoma. His career includes serving as Assistant City Manager & Chief Operations Officer and Chief Economic Development Officer for the City of Ferris, TX, Managing Principal of Metro Development Consulting, Director of Unincorporated Area Services for Dallas County, and Director of Development Services for the Cities of Lancaster and Willow Park, TX, among other significant roles in both the public and private sectors.

Michael is also certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners and is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute. Additionally, Michael serves on various committees and regional boards.

City Manager Charles Daniels expressed his enthusiasm for the new appointment, stating, "We are excited to welcome Michael to the City of Forney. His extensive experience will be invaluable in driving the city’s growth and supporting our mission to build a thriving community."

Michael shared his excitement about the new role, saying, "I’m honored and energized to lead Forney’s economic development efforts. Forney offers a unique opportunity with a promising future, and I look forward to joining the team and contributing to its success."

08/26/2024

An update to the multi-use fields CIP project that has been under way for a while.

08/22/2024

Good news for Tom Thumb and their opening day in Forney!

08/15/2024

Update from the City of Forney about the hospital slated for the Gateway Development.

Texas Health Resources, the health system that cares for more North Texans than any other, is expanding services in Kaufman County, including building a new full-service hospital and on-campus medical office building in Forney.

The new hospital, to be built on 50 acres located along Highway 80, will be the first full-service acute care hospital in the city of Forney and will be designed for additional expansion for future needs.

Construction is expected to be completed in 2027. The hospital will offer an emergency room, operating suites, a labor and delivery department, a variety of imaging services as well as additional services to provide the full continuum of care to the growing community.

Read the full press release: https://www.texashealth.org/newsroom/News-Releases/2024/System-Expanding-Services-in-Kaufman-County

08/14/2024

For tomorrow, please remember to follow the laws in school zones and with the buses. We want all of the children of Forney to be safe!

08/08/2024

The property on FM 548 between the entrances for the Grayhawk community and across from Overland Grove has been listed for sale. This sits in Kaufman County and not within Forney city limits. Per the listing the Forney ETJ has also been removed legally so it cannot be annexed. The current owner has been in the process of getting the property entitled for a RV Park, but the new owner could take that over or build something completely different.

This is a developing story.

08/07/2024

The HWY 80 lane closure initially scheduled for this evening has been rescheduled to Friday night.

𝐔𝐒 𝟖𝟎 𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐓 𝐋𝐀𝐖𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐔𝐆. 𝟗

**Note this work was initially scheduled for Wednesday**

Weather permitting, eastbound US 80 will be narrowed to one lane between Lawson Road and FM 460/Clements Drive from 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9 to 6 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, as part of the ongoing US 80 improvement project.

Once completed, traffic will be shifted. Drivers will need to use caution as traffic adjusts to the new configuration.

This work is part of the ongoing $129 million construction project awarded to Webber, LLC. The project is anticipated for overall completion in spring 2026, weather permitting.

TxDOT urges motorists to use caution in the work zone. Visit www.DriveTexas.org for the latest road closures on this project and others.

08/07/2024

S Chestnut at the Railroad Crossing swill be closed tomorrow for repairs to the grade crossing. Please look for alternative routes around the area.

On Thursday, August 8th, our Public Works Department, in collaboration with Union Pacific, will conduct essential work on the medians at the Chestnut Railroad Crossing. This project ensures the medians meet the required safety measures in order to reestablish the downtown quiet zone. As a result, S Chestnut between Broad St and Main St will be closed from 7 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m. We ask residents to plan accordingly and use alternate routes during this time.

07/23/2024

Public Meeting information for FM 740 and FM 460 by TXDOT this coming Monday, being held at the OC.

07/22/2024

Hwy 80 Westbound at FM 460 will be closed to one lane overnight for construction but will see a new traffic pattern after the closure and reopening.

𝐔𝐒 𝟖𝟎 𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄 𝐀𝐓 𝐅𝐌 𝟒𝟔𝟎/𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟐𝟓
Weather permitting, westbound US 80 will be narrowed to one lane between FM 460/Clements Drive and Lawson Road from 8 p.m. Thursday, July 25 to 5:30 a.m. Friday, July 26 as part of the ongoing improvement project.

Drivers can expect a change in the traffic pattern once this is completed, and should be cautious as traffic adjusts.

This work is part of the ongoing $129 million construction project awarded to Webber, LLC. The project is anticipated for overall completion in spring 2026, weather permitting.

TxDOT urges motorists to use caution in the work zone. Visit www.DriveTexas.org for the latest road closures on this project and others.

07/17/2024

Per Mayor Jason Roberson page, city council voted to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Costco Wholesale Corp. during the city council meeting June 16th, 2024.

Updated: The proposed location will be on the North East corner of Hwy 80 and FM 460/Clements Dr. (across from the old Knox Station on the North West corner)

It’s happening! Tonight, we agreed to execute a Chapter 380 Economic Development Agreement with Costco Wholesale Corp.

07/12/2024

The property owner, Harlan Properties Inc, who requested the rezoning of the Adams Ranch Planned Development has recanted their appeal to City Council. At the insistence of Forney ISD to have higher density housing, Harlan Properties had originally requested a rezoning for their development. Read more about it here:

https://allthingsforney.com/harlan-properties-appeal-recanted-from-public-hearing

07/11/2024

Updates for the Village at Gateway!

The City of Forney has recently approved economic incentive agreements with 3MEBS/StreetLevel Investments for the Villages at Gateway project. The Villages at Gateway, which will be located near North Gateway Boulevard and U.S. Highway 80, will be a regional hub for retail, services, and dining, catering to both Forney residents and beyond. This development will feature major retailers, including Target, HEB, and Home Depot. In addition to these major brands, the Villages at Gateway will include convenience retail, fast casual, sit-down restaurants, and more.

"We are pleased to welcome these premier retailers to our city. I'd like to express my thanks to all current and previous council members, community board members, and city staff who worked to make this project possible," said Mayor Jason Roberson.

In the upcoming meeting on July 16th, the Forney City Council will discuss and consider a resolution to grant consent for the creation of Forney Municipal Management District No. 1 in Kaufman County. This district, encompassing approximately 150 acres north of Highway 80 on both sides of Gateway Blvd, will support the development of the Villages at Gateway. As part of the development strategy, a Municipal Management District will be established to generate additional tax revenue, which will assist in covering the development costs. The creation of this district does not impose any additional tax burden on Forney residents, as it will be funded solely by the additional tax revenue generated from the development.

The city anticipates sharing more information and updates as this development progresses. To view the unofficial exhibits for Villages at Gateway, visit https://www.forneytx.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=715

07/10/2024

City office locations are changing up slightly, more information on their post below.