City of Forney - Government

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

Mark your calendars for the Forney Truck Rodeo!🚒

Join us Monday, October 19, from 3:30–5:30 p.m. at Forney Community Park for an exciting afternoon featuring city and public safety vehicles! Get an up-close look at these vehicles, watch live demonstrations, and enjoy a fun, hands-on experience for all ages. Sensory Hour: From 3:30–4 p.m., horns and sirens will remain off to provide a quieter, more comfortable experience for attendees who are sensitive to loud sounds. Have a unique vehicle you’d like to showcase or questions about the event? Contact Brandan at [email protected] or visit https://bit.ly/3Txgd4M Forney Fire Department Forney Police Department Forney Parks and Events

10/10/2026

Only TWO weeks until the Forney Falloween Festival!👻🍂 Get your costumes ready and join us Saturday, October 24, from 12–5 p.m. in Downtown Forney for an afternoon of fall festivities, local craft vendors, candy stations, fun activities, and more! Dressing up is encouraged, so bring your Halloween spirit and get ready to celebrate the season with our community. 🎃 Mark your calendars and make plans to join us for one of our best events of the year! For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3VpmUGt Forney Arts Council Forney Chamber of Commerce

10/10/2026

Meet Gretchen, our Animal of the Week!🐾 This sweet 9-year-old girl is looking for her forever home. Gretchen recently had to be shaved due to severe matting, but her beautiful coat is starting to grow back. Despite everything she has been through, she remains playful, affectionate, and full of love. If Gretchen sounds like the perfect addition to your family, contact the Forney Animal Shelter at (972) 552-6634 to learn more about her and the adoption process!❤️

10/09/2026

The City of Forney is partnering with the North Texas Municipal Water District to offer residential sprinkler system evaluations at no additional charge to eligible water utility account holders with in-ground automatic sprinkler systems. This program helps residents identify ways to improve irrigation efficiency, reduce water waste, and conserve our community’s water supply.

Interested in participating? Residential properties within Forney city limits with one controller and no more than 12 zones are eligible. Appointments are limited, and requests open on the 25th of each month at 8 a.m. for the following month.

Confirm your eligibility, submit a request, and learn more using the links below!

City Limits Map: https://bit.ly/4rWfPcQ

Sprinkler Evaluation Request Form: https://bit.ly/3TMKJrk

10/09/2026

Falloween is BACK!🎃🍂

Last year was a huge success, and we’re making this year’s Forney Falloween Festival even more fun! Join us Saturday, October 24, from 12-5 p.m. in Downtown Forney for an afternoon filled with fall fun, including craft vendors, games, a bounce house, food trucks, a festive fall photo op, plenty of candy, and more!👻

Bring the family, dress up in your favorite costume, and come enjoy an afternoon of fun in Downtown Forney! We can’t wait to see you there!🎃 Forney Arts Council Forney Chamber of Commerce

10/08/2026

Help Our First Responders Help You! 🚒

Forney Fire Department’s Community Connect is a free, secure program that lets residents and businesses share important information to help first responders during an emergency. Signing up takes just a few minutes and can help responders better understand your needs before they arrive.
https://www.communityconnect.io/info/tx-forney?fbclid=IwY2xjawUyILdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6Is5_l2qneC_UNnw9T_sp1J4szSVXj07mwmnlt0PYzAPNPfbvJP7Ax2DN5cA_aem_hwgzodShU9KEsFr00NAxXw

10/07/2026

National Night Out 2026 was a great time! 👮‍♂️🚒 Thanks to all of our neighborhoods for hosting events and having us out. We had a great time connecting with residents throughout Forney!

10/06/2026

The City of Forney will hold a special election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for qualified voters to consider Proposition A, a $49.5 million general obligation bond proposal for a combined recreation center and municipal library.

If approved, the bonds would fund a single City-owned facility. The recreation center portion would be leased to and operated by the YMCA, while the City would own and operate the municipal library.

The proposed facility could include space for recreation, fitness, youth and senior activities, along with library services and educational programs.

Early voting runs October 19 through October 30, with Election Day on November 3.

For more information about the proposition, estimated tax impact, and voting details, visit www.ForneyElectionFacts.com