Keeping the Caney Market open is a priority for the Caney City Council, but changes have to be made to refrain from using general fund money every month to break even.

During last night's session, the council agreed to a grocery store reboot, including enacting a sixty day clause to end the contract with Champ's Chicken. Mayor Josh Elliott says the market numbers must add up for the doors to stay open.

 In a work session, and during the Mayor comments during regular session, Elliott explained comments made late last week saying the market could close.

 The revamped deli will take shape at the beginning of the year, with hot meal options taking the place of the fried chicken. Breakfast and dinner options are bring discussed in addition to the lunch options and sandwich items currently on the menu.

 In other business, meetings between city, state and federal agencies continue weekly to find a short and long term water solution, but maintenance must continue on the current water system. The council approved close to $50,000 for the replacement of a water storage tank; money available through ARPA funding.