The future of the former federal prison near McMahon-Wrinkle Airport was the driving topic at Tuesday evening's Big Spring City Council meeting, as city leaders took steps to move redevelopment of the property forward.

Council members approved actions tied to agreements and planning efforts for the site, signaling continued momentum toward transforming the former prison into a new economic asset.

The plan calls for demolition of existing structures and redevelopment of the land for industrial and commercial use.