Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Forney public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
14 issues in public safety
Public Safety and Crime Prevention
Police Chief White presented the 2024 crime report, showing a slight decrease in overall NIBRS crimes per capita. The council discussed increases in domestic violence and proactive narcotics enforcement.
Fire Department Technology Upgrade
The city is investing over $360,000 across five years in Axon Enterprise contracts to upgrade criminal investigation interview room cameras and deploy a new Drone as First Responder program.
Public Safety Staffing
Forney is growing fast, but the police department is struggling to keep up with the influx of new residents. The city is currently weighing how to scale up public safety resources to ensure response times don't slip as the population explodes.
Community Park Safety
Forney Community Park got shut down by police after a massive fight broke out at an unsanctioned party. Expect the city to start cracking down on park rules or beefing up security to keep things under control.
Public Safety Enforcement
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.
Public Safety Promotional Examinations
The Civil Service Commission oversees testing and promotions for Forney's fire and police departments to ensure fair advancement opportunities. This meeting focused on resolving a disputed exam question for firefighters and scheduling an upcoming sergeant exam for police officers.
Emergency Management
A winter storm is blowing into Forney, which means icy roads and potential power or travel issues. Stay tuned to city alerts so you aren't caught off guard by closures or service changes.
Emergency Services Contracting
Forney is booming, and the city is trying to figure out which ambulance company can actually keep up with the 911 calls. It’s a high-stakes decision that determines how fast an ambulance shows up when you're having an emergency.
Emergency Services Contract
Forney is leveling up its emergency medical contract with CareFlite to make sure ambulances actually show up when they're supposed to. It’s all about tightening the rules so you get faster, more reliable help during a crisis.
Public Safety Operations
Forney’s fire department is feeling the heat after hitting 700 calls in just one month. With our city growing so fast, it’s clear our emergency crews are being stretched thin by more accidents and medical calls.
Animal Shelter Adoption Fee Increase
The council raised dog adoption fees from $75 to $95 to cover microchipping costs for sheltered animals.
Fire Department SAFER Grant Application
The fire department received approval to apply for a federal FEMA grant to hire up to nine new firefighters, helping maintain emergency response times amid rapid growth.
Emergency Repairs for Pump Station 2
The council authorized staff to seek emergency vendors to repair Pump Station 2 to protect local water and utility infrastructure.
Public Safety Report
Forney police stayed busy with 2,500 calls last month, mostly focusing on traffic and keeping neighborhoods safe. It’s a solid reminder to lock your car doors and watch your speed on Highway 80.