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Westworth Village public meetings in 2025

31 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

City Council

Council to approve routine agenda items and hold executive session on Burgess property

The Westworth Village City Council will approve the meeting agenda, the consent agenda (including minutes and financial reports), and receive staff updates. Public information will announce city office closures for holidays. In a closed executive session, the council will consult an attorney about the Burgess property condemnation and related safety and liability matters.

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Tue Nov 11, 2025

City Council

Council to consider ordinance allowing artificial turf in all residential zones

At the November 11 regular session, the Westworth Village City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to the Comprehensive Zoning Plan Division 2 landscape requirements to permit artificial turf by right in all residential zones. The council will then discuss, recommend, and vote on Ordinance 522 to adopt that modification and will consider a Specific Use Permit for artificial turf installation at 111 Monterra Circle. A public hearing and vote on that Specific Use Permit will also be taken, along with a ballot to elect members to the Tarrant Area Appraisal District Board of Directors. Routine items such as approval of the agenda, consent agenda, and staff updates will be addressed as well.

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✓ Decided: Council approved ordinance allowing artificial turf in all residential zones

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the October 7 minutes and financial reports. It also approved an amendment to Ordinance 522 that permits artificial turf by right in all residential zones. A specific use permit for artificial turf at 111 Monterra Circle was approved, and the council cast its vote for Wendy Burgess to the Tarrant Area Appraisal District Board. All motions passed with a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote.

Tue Nov 11, 2025

Westworth Redevelopment Board (WRA)

Board to discuss plans for improving green space and walkability at city hall

The Westworth Redevelopment Authority will approve the minutes from its August 12, 2025 meeting. It will review and discuss initial proposed plans to enhance the green space in front of city hall, including new sidewalks, crosswalks to Melva Campbell Park, covered seating, planting the Worthington family tree, and installing an electronic sign. The board will also note a tentative next meeting scheduled for December 9, 2025 at 6:00 pm.

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✓ Decided: Board approved August 12 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote

The Westworth Redevelopment Board approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting, voting 4 Ayes and 0 Nays. No action was taken on the proposed walkability and green‑space enhancements near City Hall. The next board meeting was tentatively set for December 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM.

Tue Nov 4, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z)

Commission to consider permitting artificial turf by right in residential zones

The Planning & Zoning Commission will approve the minutes from September 2, 2025. It will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning Plan Division 2 Landscape Requirements to allow artificial turf by right in all residential zones. The commission will also hear public comments and decide on a Specific Use Permit application for artificial turf at 111 Monterra Circle.

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Tue Oct 14, 2025

City Council

Council to consider Ordinance 521 raising water, sewer and trash rates

The Westworth Village City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 521, which proposes increases to water, sewer and trash rates, higher deposits for new accounts, and a larger auto‑draft discount. After the hearing, the Council will discuss and vote on adopting the ordinance. The meeting will also include a closed executive session for legal advice on the Burgess property condemnation and for personnel matters, including interviewing a City Secretary candidate.

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Tue Sep 16, 2025

City Council

Westworth Village to vote on 2025-2026 budget and tax rate

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. The council will also consider adopting a municipal ad valorem tax rate of $.475 per $100 valuation.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved FY 2025‑2026 budget and increased tax rate

The council adopted Ordinance 519, approving the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget. It ratified the property tax increase reflected in that budget. It also adopted Ordinance 520, setting the 2025 municipal ad valorem tax rate at $0.475 per $100 valuation. All three motions passed by a roll‑call vote of 3 Ayes and 0 Nays.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MOTION to approve the adoption of Ordinance 519 adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. • MADE BY: Mike Dingman. SECOND: Phillip Poole. • Roll call vote:
3 yea
Poole yea · Dingman yea · Fitzgerald yea
MOTION to ratify the property tax increase as reflected in the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget. • MADE BY: Robert Fitzgerald. SECOND: Phillip Poole. • Roll call vote:
3 yea
Poole yea · Dingman yea · Fitzgerald yea
that the property tax rate be increased by the adoption of a tax rate of .4750, which is effectively a 6 percent increase in the tax rate. • MADE BY: Phillip Poole. SECOND: Michael Dingman. • Roll…
3 yea
Poole yea · Dingman yea · Fitzgerald yea
Tue Sep 16, 2025

City Council

City Council to adopt FY 2025‑2026 budget and set $0.475 ad valorem tax rate

The Westworth Village City Council will consider and vote on Ordinance 519 to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 budget and Ordinance 520 to set the municipal ad valorem tax rate at $0.475 per $100 valuation. Public hearings will be held for citizen comments on both the budget and the proposed tax rate, which is projected to raise total property tax revenue by $89,256, including $50,777 from new properties. The council will also ratify the property tax increase reflected in the budget.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

City Council

Westworth Village holds first public hearing on FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed budget and tax rate, which is based on the current rate of $0.475/100 valuation. The council will also consider a contract for road repairs and the creation of a tool library. Additionally, the body will discuss appointments for the WRA Board and the Public Safety Board.

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Tue Sep 9, 2025

City Council

Council to hear and consider FY 2025‑2026 budget and property tax rate

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025‑2026 budget and the associated property tax rate, which would keep the rate at $0.475 per $100 of valuation but raise total property taxes by $89,256. Council members will also discuss authorizing a contract of up to $61,000 with Tejas Construction to repair the subbase on White Settlement Road. The meeting includes consideration of Ordinance 518 to create a Tool Library and appointments to the WRA Board and the Crime Control and Prevention District/Public Safety Board.

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✓ Decided: Council accepted the proposed FY 2025‑2026 property tax rate

The City Council approved its agenda and the routine consent agenda items. It accepted the proposed FY 2025‑2026 property tax rate, authorizing the current rate of $0.475 per $100 of valuation. The Council also authorized a contract up to $61,000 with Tejas Construction for road repairs, approved Ordinance 518 to create a Tool Library, and reappointed all expiring members of the WRA and Crime Control & Prevention District boards to terms ending September 2027.

Tue Sep 2, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z)

Commission to review artificial turf rules and zoning map updates

The Westworth Village Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss whether to streamline permits for artificial turf in non-approved zones and review updates to the city’s official zoning map. The meeting also includes a vote to approve past meeting minutes and briefings on zoning criteria for single-family residential areas.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved July 1, 2025 minutes with amendments

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes, adding an amendment to item C and a wording change to item E. The motion was made by Brad Turner, seconded by Michael Bachand, and passed unanimously with five Ayes and zero Nays. No other agenda items resulted in a decision; they were discussed only.

Tue Aug 12, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Committee to review proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget

The Finance & Long Range Planning Advisory Committee will discuss the mayor's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The body will also review current year-to-date spending against the budget and discuss the prioritization of future capital expenses.

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Tue Aug 12, 2025

City Council

Westworth Village Council to address vacant Council Place 2 seat

The City Council will decide whether to appoint a replacement or call a special election for Council Place 2. The body will also review the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget and tax rate.

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Fri Aug 8, 2025

Westworth Redevelopment Board (WRA)

Westworth Redevelopment Board to vote on 2025-2026 budget and hear public comments

The Westworth Redevelopment Authority (WRA) will hold a public hearing and vote on the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, including projected revenue of $414,780 and expenses totaling $333,227. The board will also review year-to-date 2024-2025 revenue and expenses and approve minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting.

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Thu Jul 10, 2025

Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD)

Westworth Village CCPD to hold public hearing on proposed budget

The Crime Control & Prevention District/Public Safety Board will hold a public hearing to receive citizen input on the proposed budget. The board will also discuss and take action on the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget.

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Tue Jul 8, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Finance Committee to review FY 2025-2026 budget draft

The Finance & Long-Range Planning Advisory Committee will review the year-to-date budget for FY 2024-2025. The committee will also discuss the mayor's draft budget for FY 2025-2026 and the associated review process.

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✓ Decided: June 10, 2025 meeting minutes approved unanimously

The Finance & Long‑Range Planning Committee approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Sharon Schmitz, seconded by Justin Hamick, and passed with 7 Ayes and 0 Nays. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

City Council

Westworth Village Council to vote on trailer parking and community support program

The City Council will decide on an ordinance regulating the parking of trailers on public streets and the establishment of a Family and Community Support Program for FY 2026. Members will also review proposed budgets for the General Fund, Debt Service, Water Fund, and Street Fund.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted trailer parking ordinance and appointed new planning commission member

The council approved its agenda and the consent agenda, which included a resolution to suspend an ONCOR electric rate change. It adopted Ordinance 516 that regulates parking of trailers on public streets. The council also appointed Riley Swanston to fill a vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Tue Jul 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z)

P&Z Commission to review zoning criteria and artificial turf permits

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss zoning criteria for SF-A and SF-B zones. The body will also review the application process for installing artificial turf in non-approved zones. Additionally, the commission will appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair for terms ending May 2026.

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Tue Jun 24, 2025

Crime Control & Prevention District (CCPD)

Public Safety Board to review 2025-2026 preliminary budget

The Crime Control & Prevention District board will discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and review current year revenue and expenses. The board will also take action to appoint a President and Vice-President.

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✓ Decided: Board reappoints president and vice‑president, approves prior meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2024 CCPD meeting with a 7‑0 vote. Brian Libbey was reappointed as president, also by a 7‑0 vote. Lance Rahn was appointed vice‑president, again with a 7‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

Tue Jun 24, 2025

Westworth Redevelopment Board (WRA)

Westworth Redevelopment Board to review 2025 preliminary budget

The Westworth Redevelopment Authority will review fiscal year 2024-2025 revenue and expenses. The board will also discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approved July 10 2024 minutes and moved July 10 meeting to Aug 12

The Westworth Redevelopment Authority Board approved the minutes from its July 10, 2024 meeting by a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The board also rescheduled its next meeting, originally set for July 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM, to be held on August 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM. No citizen comments were received, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:27 PM.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Finance Committee to review FY 2025-2026 draft budget

The Finance & Long Range Planning Advisory Committee will review year-to-date budget performance for FY 2024-2025. The committee will also discuss the mayor's draft budget for FY 2025-2026 and the associated review process.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved May 13 minutes and set July 8 meeting date

The Finance & Long‑Range Planning Committee approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. No action was taken on the FY 2024‑2025 YTD vs. budget or the FY 2025‑2026 budget items. The committee tentatively scheduled the next meeting for July 8, 2025, before the council meeting.

Tue Jun 10, 2025

City Council

Westworth Village to consider trailer parking ordinance and city appointments

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance regulating the parking of trailers on public streets. The body will also discuss the appointment of a Mayor Pro tem and fill vacancies for the City Secretary and various boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Mayor Pro tem and makes key commission appointments

The council appointed Robert Fitzgerald as Mayor Pro tem and temporarily assigned Brandy Barrett Smith as City Administrator/City Secretary. It also reappointed members to the Planning & Zoning Commission and the Finance & Long-Range Planning Committee. Several items, including the trailer‑parking ordinance and a Family and Community Support Program, were postponed to the July 8 meeting.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z)

P&Z to consider rezoning 220 Redbird Lane for gated community

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a request by Pulte Homes to rezone 220 Redbird Lane from SF-A to a gated community Planned Development. The commission will also discuss whether to use Specific Use Permits or Variances for artificial turf installations.

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✓ Decided: Commission voted 6-0 to recommend denying Pulte Homes’ rezoning request

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. After a public hearing on the 220 Redbird Lane rezoning application, the commission passed a motion to recommend that City Council deny the request, also by a 6‑0 vote. The commission asked the City Attorney to review the specific‑use‑permit versus variance process for artificial‑turf installations.

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Tue May 13, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Committee to discuss long-term budget modeling and 2026 budget prep

The Finance & Long-Range Planning Advisory Committee will review long-term budget modeling. The body will also discuss the review process for 2025 year-to-date budget actuals and preparations for the 2026 Budget.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved March 11 minutes and scheduled June 10 meeting

The Finance & Long‑Range Planning Committee approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. No action was taken on the long‑term budget modeling discussion. No action was taken on the review of 2025 YTD budget to actuals and 2026 budget preparations. The next committee meeting was set for June 10, 2025, before the council meeting.

Tue May 13, 2025

City Council

Council to review budget process for FY 2025-2026

The City Council will approve routine consent items (minutes, financial reports) and administer oaths to elected officials. They will review the budget process and meeting schedule for fiscal year 2025-2026, and discuss approving a $9,750 quote to clean and seal the F-18 jet. An executive session will cover legal advice on property condemnations and street status.

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✓ Decided: Council approved the agenda and routine consent items

The council approved the meeting agenda by a 2‑aye, 1‑nay vote. Consent agenda items—including the April 8, 2025 minutes and the financial reports—were approved. A motion to approve a $9,750 quote for ceramic coating of an F‑18 jet failed because it lacked a second. No other actions were taken.

Tue Apr 8, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on artificial turf permits for two homes

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on Specific Use Permits for artificial turf at 106 Monterra Circle (recommended approval) and 506 Calera Place (recommended denial). They will also consider Ordinance 515 to amend the fee schedule and approve a $10,200 quote to clean and seal the F-18 jet. Consent items include approval of March 11 minutes and financial reports. An executive session will discuss legal advice on the Burgess property condemnation.

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✓ Decided: Council approved two artificial‑turf permits and amended fee schedule

The Westworth Village City Council approved Specific Use Permits for artificial turf at 106 Monterra Circle and 506 Calera Place, each by a 5‑0 vote. Ordinance 515 amending Article 3 of the fee schedule passed with a 4‑1 vote. A motion to postpone a $10,100 quote for cleaning an F‑18 jet was defeated 4‑1.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z)

P&Z Commission holds public hearings, votes on artificial turf permits at 2 homes

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and then discuss and take action on two Specific Use Permit applications for installation of artificial turf at 106 Monterra Circle and 506 Calera Place. The commission will also approve the minutes from September 3, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves artificial turf permit at 106 Monterra Circle

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved the specific use permit for artificial turf at 106 Monterra Circle, also by a 5‑0 vote. Finally, the commission denied the specific use permit for artificial turf at 506 Calera Place by a 3‑2 vote.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Budget modeling discussion on tap for finance committee

The Finance & Long-Range Planning Committee will review and discuss long-term budget modeling, approve prior meeting minutes, and tentatively set the next meeting date. No binding votes are expected on the budget discussion.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves February minutes, sets April 8 meeting date

The Finance & Long-Range Planning Advisory Committee met on March 11, 2025, and approved the February 11, 2025, meeting minutes by a vote of 5 ayes and 0 nays. The next meeting was tentatively set for April 8, 2025, before the council meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:41 PM.

Tue Mar 11, 2025

City Council

Council to consider canceling 2025 general election and city-wide survey

The Westworth Village City Council will vote on a resolution to cancel the 2025 General Election. Other action items include adopting an annual investment policy, discussing a city-wide survey, and reviewing third-party costs and ordinance enforcement. The council will also swear in a new police officer and approve membership in a utilities committee.

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✓ Decided: Council approves investment policy, cancels 2025 election

The Westworth Village City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, financial reports, and a resolution to join the ATMOS Cities Steering Committee. It also approved Resolution 2025-05 adopting the city's investment policy and Resolution 2025-06 cancelling the 2025 General Election. A city-wide survey and a discussion of third-party costs were considered but no action was taken. The meeting adjourned without entering executive session.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

Finance & Long Range Planning Committee

Committee to review interactive long-term budget model

The Finance & Long Range Planning Committee will meet to approve the December 10, 2024 minutes and review a draft interactive spreadsheet for optional long-term budget modeling. An educational document on S&P 2024 GO rating criteria is also included. The committee will also discuss and tentatively set the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves prior minutes, sets next meeting date

The Finance & Long-Range Planning Committee met on February 11, 2025, and approved the December 10, 2024, meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. No action was taken on a discussion item about optional long-term budget templates. The next meeting was tentatively set for March 11, 2025, before the council meeting.

Tue Feb 11, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on dissolving MedStar, designating Fort Worth as EMS provider

The Westworth Village City Council will consider several major action items at its February 11, 2025 meeting. The most consequential is a series of items to dissolve the MedStar authority and enter into an interlocal agreement with Fort Worth for ambulance services, along with a related ordinance update. Other key decisions include awarding a $200,000 contract for city hall roof replacement and discussing a city-wide survey. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, financial reports, and a resolution authorizing a $292.71 payment for ONCOR Cities Steering Committee membership.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Fort Worth EMS agreement, replacing MedStar

The council approved three related items (A, B, C) authorizing the City of Fort Worth to dissolve MedStar and become the sole EMS provider for Westworth Village, contingent on Fort Worth executing the interlocal agreement with added sections. The council also approved the FY2024 audit, authorized a city hall roof replacement contract not to exceed $200,000, and approved a resolution appointing former Councilman Brian Libbey to the Regional Coordination Committee. A city-wide survey was discussed but no action was taken.

Tue Jan 14, 2025

City Council

Council to review artificial turf impacts, election call, and fireworks ordinance

The Westworth Village City Council will discuss and possibly act on a mandated review of artificial turf impacts, a resolution calling for a May 2025 general election for mayor and two council seats, amendments to fireworks ordinances to comply with state law, and a contract for new audio/visual equipment up to $46,000. Items postponed from December include a city-wide survey and committee appointments. The council will also enter executive session for legal advice on the Blue Atlantic tax refund litigation and the Burgess property condemnation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves election resolution, fireworks ordinance, AV equipment, and settlement

The Westworth Village City Council approved a resolution calling for a May 2025 general election for mayor and two council places, adopted an ordinance amending fireworks regulations to comply with state law, authorized a contract for new audio/visual equipment (not to exceed $46,000), and approved a settlement for tax refund litigation (not to exceed $280,000). A discussion on artificial turf impacts resulted in no action, and a city-wide survey was postponed to February.