Property Acquisition
Summary
Plano just snagged two old elementary schools, Davis and Forman. Now the big question is what the city plans to do with all that newly acquired real estate.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
$2 million expenditure from city funds.
The city, potentially for future public use or development, and the seller.
Hope Spring Community, who had plans for the property and felt transparency was lacking.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Mar 9, 2026
The city is purchasing a property at 1601 Alma Drive for $2 million for the Connect Plano initiative. A community organization, Hope Spring Community, which also had interest in the property, raised concerns about transparency in the process.
City of Plano approves purchase of now closed Davis, Forman Elementary Schools
City of Plano approves purchase of now closed Davis, Forman Elementary Schools Community Impact | News
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