Fort Worth, TX

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council holds a budget worksession for FY2027. They will analyze total resident charges, discuss solid waste, water/sewer rates, stormwater fees, and a proposed street maintenance fee. Budget priorities survey results will also be presented.

• Total Resident Charges Analysis
• Solid Waste & Environmental Rates
• Water and Sewer Preliminary Budget and Rates
• Stormwater Utility Fees
• Budget response BR27-002: Street Maintenance Fee

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession to review the FY2027 budget, including presentations on resident charges, solid waste and environmental rates, water and sewer preliminary budgets, stormwater utility fees, and a street maintenance fee proposal. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was informational. Council members requested additional staff analysis on homelessness, stormwater maintenance costs, and channel clearing costs.

• No formal votes taken; worksession only
• Requested staff continue holistic approach to combat homelessness
• Requested staff provide annual stormwater maintenance cost and deficit analysis
• Requested staff provide cost of clearing out channels

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The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $104 million bond for street and infrastructure improvements, a $25 million federal grant for the East Berry Street corridor, and $10.5 million for five high-priority transportation projects. Other items include waivers, contracts, and a boundary adjustment with River Oaks.

• Notice of intent to issue $104M in bonds for street and infrastructure
• $25M Safe Streets grant for East Berry Street corridor improvements
• $10.5M additional funding for five transportation projects
• $5.56M contract for water meters and appurtenances
• Boundary adjustment ordinance with the City of River Oaks

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda (11-0) including a $35.4 million contract for the McCart Avenue and McPherson Boulevard project, a $22.3 million contract for Bonds Ranch Road widening, and a $10.5 million appropriation for five high-priority transportation projects. The council also approved a Master Transportation Plan, several zoning changes, and authorized eminent domain for water and sewer projects. Two zoning cases were continued to December 8, 2026, and one was continued to August 11, 2026.

• Approved $35,426,440.53 contract for McCart Avenue and McPherson Boulevard project (11-0)
• Approved $22,288,804.77 contract for Bonds Ranch Road widening (11-0)
• Approved $10.5M for five high-priority transportation projects (11-0)
• Adopted Master Transportation Plan and related code amendments (11-0)
• Denied ZC-25-185 for concrete batch plant at 3800 Deen Road (11-0)
• Approved ZC-26-057 text amendment for mixed-use/multifamily residential (11-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Northside III water main project (11-0)
• Approved $9.72M Crime Control and Prevention District budget amendments (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession will hear reports on debt financing, transportation, flood insurance, and other topics. They will also discuss a proposed economic development agreement with Seco Enterprises, data center development regulations, and the transition of Will Rogers Memorial Center management. No final votes are expected at this worksession.

• 2026 Debt Financing Plan Overview
• Master Transportation Plan Update
• Proposed Economic Development Agreement with Seco Enterprises
• Data Center Development Regulations
• Update on Downtown Library and Community Arts

This was a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. The council received informational reports on the 2026 debt financing plan, development services inspection response times, the master transportation plan update, NFIP repetitive loss analysis, FEMA floodplain mapping updates, neighborhood WiFi program completion, Opportunity Zone 2.0 nominations, EMS billing RFP process, a literacy access partnership, mobile food vendor inspection model, construction contractor selection, and Project Safe Neighborhoods expansion. Presentations covered the Will Rogers Memorial Center management transition, a proposed economic development agreement with Seco Enterprises, downtown library and community arts, and data center development regulations. Council members requested additional information on data center regulations, community engagement options, and other topics.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at worksession
• Heard report on 2026 Debt Financing Plan overview
• Heard report on Development Services inspection response times for unpermitted construction
• Heard report on Master Transportation Plan update
• Heard report on NFIP Repetitive Loss Area Analysis update
• Heard report on FEMA floodplain mapping updates
• Heard report on Neighborhood WiFi Program achievements and completion
• Heard presentation on data center development regulations

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council is holding a budget work session to review the FY2027 budget proposal. The session includes updates on group health funds and compensation classifications. The meeting is a standard work session with no final votes scheduled.

• FY2027 Budget Work Session
• Group Health Fund Updates
• Classification & Compensation Updates
• Request for Future Agenda Items
• Executive Session allowed under Texas Government Code

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The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance to suspend rate increases proposed by SiEnergy Gas, LLC, and to retain legal counsel and consultants to evaluate the proposed rates. The meeting may include executive session as permitted by law.

• Adopt Ordinance suspending SiEnergy Gas rate increases (M&C 26-0407)
• Retain legal counsel and consultants to evaluate proposed rates

The Fort Worth City Council approved an ordinance suspending proposed rate increases by SiEnergy Gas, LLC, and retained legal counsel and consultants to evaluate the proposed rates. The motion passed unanimously 8-0.

• Approved suspension of SiEnergy gas rate increases and hired consultants (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will meet to discuss the FY2027 budget. Key topics include street maintenance funding and updates on property and sales taxes.

• Street Maintenance PayGo Program delivery update (BR27-001)
• Review of street maintenance fees
• Property and sales tax updates

The City Council held a work session on the FY2027 budget, discussing a proposed street maintenance fee and receiving updates on property and sales taxes. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session was solely for discussion and information.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss the FY2027 budget, including an update on the Group Health Fund. The meeting also includes opening and closing remarks and a call to order.

• Group Health Fund Update presented by Human Resources Director Kristen Smith

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The city council will consider a consent agenda with multiple financial approvals, including a $1.8 million appropriation for a new water customer information system, a $5.1 million contract for water and sewer replacements, and a $1.3 million contract for Smiley Park improvements. Other items include accepting a donation of 336 pistols valued at $300,000 for the police department and authorizing several contracts for medical supplies and services. The meeting includes presentations recognizing various community achievements.

• Approve $1,808,500 for a new water customer information system
• Authorize $5,125,395 contract for water and sanitary sewer replacements (CD 9)
• Accept donation of 336 pistols valued at $300,000 for police SWAT
• Authorize $3,508,000 amendment for Stryker emergency medical supplies
• Approve $1,334,995 contract for Smiley Park improvements (CD 8)

The council approved a consent agenda with over 20 items, including a $1.8 million water customer information system replacement, contracts for police equipment and medical supplies, and acceptance of a $300,000 pistol donation. A zoning docket (ZC-26-041) was continued to June 23. All votes were 11-0.

• Approved $1.8M water CIS replacement (11-0)
• Approved $3.5M increase for Stryker EMS equipment (11-0)
• Authorized acceptance of 336 pistols valued at $300K from SWAT support group (11-0)
• Approved $460K TxDOT signal maintenance agreement (11-0)
• Approved $800K contract for first aid supplies (11-0)
• Approved $2.5M for Meacham Airport projects (11-0)
• Approved $318K for Will Rogers Center tower project (11-0)
• Continued zoning docket ZC-26-041 to June 23 (no vote recorded)

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The city council is canvassing the May 2 special election results, including a bond issue, nine charter amendments, and a council member election for District 10. They will also administer the oath of office to newly elected Council Member Chris Jamieson.

• Certify results of special election on $? general obligation debt program
• Certify results of nine proposed charter amendments
• Certify election of Chris Jamieson for District 10 council seat
• Present certificate of election to Chris Jamieson
• Administer oath of office to Chris Jamieson

The city council certified the May 2, 2026 special election results, including approval of the ad valorem tax bond program and charter amendments, and canvassed the election of Chris Jamieson to District 10. Jamieson was sworn in and took his seat on the council.

• Approved Ordinance 26-5967 certifying the bond election results
• Approved Resolution 26-5968 canvassing charter amendment results
• Approved Resolution 26-5969 canvassing District 10 election results
• Administered oath of office to Council Member Chris Jamieson

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession reviews several reports on development, housing, infrastructure, and technology. Key topics include the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update, a quarterly development activity report, and a multifamily housing funding program. The council will also discuss neighborhood street projects and a water system replacement.

• Quarterly Development Activity Report for Q1 2026
• Multifamily Housing Recovery Program Notice of Funding Availability
• Neighborhood Street Project Timelines and Oversight
• Water Customer Information System Replacement
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update

The City Council worksession consisted of informational reports, employee recognitions, and updates. No substantive decisions were made. Council Member Flores requested a future informal report on assisted living center staffing.

• Requested informal report on assisted living center staffing (Flores)

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The City Council holds a worksession to discuss several policy matters and receive reports. Items include a mid-year update on residential solid waste collections, illegal street racing and reckless driving activity, the impact of state laws on mobile food vending regulations, and a proposed fee for missed or skipped building inspections. The council will also hear updates on the TexRail extension and consider proposed economic development agreements with Celestica and Marand.

• Illegal street racing, reckless driving, and street takeover activity report
• Impact of SB 1008 and HB 2844 on regulating mobile food vending
• Proposed fee for missed or skipped building inspections on permitted development projects
• TexRail extension project and transit-oriented development opportunities
• Proposed economic development agreements with Celestica and Marand

The Fort Worth City Council held a work session on April 28, 2026, receiving informational reports on solid waste collections, illegal street racing, mobile food vending regulations, and proposed fees for skipped building inspections. Presentations were also given on the TexRail extension, transit-oriented development, and proposed economic development agreements with Celestica and Marand. No formal votes or binding decisions were made during the session.

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The City Council will vote on a consent agenda with numerous financial items, including budgets for public improvement districts and acceptance of grants. A key decision is a $3 million project for Oak Grove Park funded by a state grant and city match. Several recognitions and contract approvals are also scheduled.

• Accept $1.5M Texas Parks & Wildlife grant for Oak Grove Park with $1.5M city match
• Allocate up to $648,136.56 in Texas Opioid Settlement funds to fire, homeless, and neighborhoods departments
• Authorize application for $4.5M Homeland Security Urban Area Security Initiative grant
• Adopt speed limit adjustments on Chisholm Trail Parkway (CD 3,6,9)
• Approve $1.59M in asset forfeiture funds for police safety and wellness programs

The City Council unanimously voted to rename the Northpark YMCA as the Corporal Don Graves YMCA Community Center in honor of a 101-year-old resident. The Council also approved the consent agenda 10-0, which included acceptance of a $1.5 million state grant for Oak Grove Park, appropriation of funds for homeless housing programs, and multiple public improvement district budget amendments.

• Renamed Northpark YMCA to Corporal Don Graves YMCA Community Center (11-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 17 items (10-0)
• Accepted $1.5M Texas Parks & Wildlife grant for Oak Grove Park
• Approved $475k homeless housing grants from Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
• Approved $153k library appropriation from Addie Levy Trust
• Approved multiple public improvement district budget amendments
• Approved airport capital fund transfers totaling $391k for Meacham and Spinks airports
• Approved budget for Perot Field Alliance Airport noise lands

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CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council holds a worksession to receive updates on several initiatives, including solid waste long-range planning, a long-term budget forecast, an illegal gunfire educational campaign, and various staff reports. No formal votes are taken; the session is for information and discussion only.

• Update on illegal gunfire educational campaign
• Solid waste long-range planning update
• Long-term budget forecast presented
• Proposed natural area management policy
• Sale of renewable energy credits discussed

The Fort Worth City Council held a work session on April 7, 2026, with presentations and discussions on several topics including cardiac arrest survival, sister city costs, litter control, natural area management, renewable energy credits, small business programs, an illegal gunfire campaign, solid waste planning, and long-term budget forecasts. No formal votes, approvals, or denials occurred; the session was informational and procedural only.

• No formal decisions made; all items were informational

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The City Council will review several consent agenda items including large-scale vendor agreements for public safety supplies and water utility projects. Discussion includes property acquisitions for pump stations, artwork commissions, and street improvements.

• Ratify waiver of parking meter fees for Camp Bowie Boulevard utility work ($261,723.56)
• Artwork commission for Eugene McCray Community Center up to $55,539.00
• Sewer main extension charge of $2,634.35 per acre for Skyline Ranch and Walnut Creek
• Non-exclusive agreements for public safety and firehouse supplies up to $20,500,000.00
• Acquisition of property at 3737 Northern Cross Boulevard for a pump station ($2,126,760.00)

The City Council approved the Consent Agenda via an 11-0 vote. Decisions included authorizing various vendor agreements, artwork commissions, and property acquisitions for city departments.

• Approved waiver of parking meter fees for Camp Bowie Boulevard utility work (11-0)
• Approved artwork contract for Eugene McCray Community Center up to $55,539.00 (11-0)
• Approved sewer main extension charge of $2,634.35 per acre at Skyline Ranch and Walnut Creek (11-0)
• Approved public safety and firehouse supplies agreements up to $20,500,000.00 (11-0)
• Approved reserve officer appointment for Michael J. Moore (11-0)
• Approved vision zero implementation contract with Toole Design Group, LLC for $248,852.00 (11-0)
• Approved property acquisition at 3737 Northern Cross Boulevard for $2,126,760.00 (11-0)
• Approved South Hulen Street construction agreement with Crowley ISD up to $1,059,390.87 (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports on development activities, the FIFA World Cup, and airport bond documents. The session also includes updates on fluoride levels, property management, and future agenda items.

• Annual Development Activity Report for 2025
• City Preparation for FIFA World Cup
• Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Bond Documents
• Enforcement Responsibility for Front/Side Yard Parking Violations
• Update on Fiscal Year 2026 Mid-Year Adjustments

The Fort Worth City Council convened a work session on March 31, 2026, focused on informational updates and discussion rather than binding actions. Staff presented reports on development activity, FIFA World Cup preparations, front- and side-yard parking enforcement, DFW Airport bond documents, greenspace initiatives, and mid-year financial adjustments. Council members requested future reports on mobile vendor regulations under SB 1008 and HB 2844, contractor inspection timelines, and small business bidding processes. This session contained no substantive decisions or formal votes for residents to track at this time.

• No formal votes or binding actions were recorded during this work session.

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The city council will recognize the Girl Scouts and LULAC, then act on a consent agenda that includes funding agreements, land transactions, and infrastructure contracts. Key decisions include establishing a tax increment reinvestment zone for Walsh Ranch, approving a developer-funded intersection project, and conveying land to Texas A&M.

• Adoption of project and financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Eighteen (Walsh Ranch TIF)
• Developer funding agreement for $1.13M for intersection improvements at Avondale Haslet Road and Wagley Robertson Road
• Conveyance of 0.545 acres of city-owned land to Texas A&M University System at no cost for campus project
• Direct sale of six tax-foreclosed properties to Fort Worth Housing Finance Corporation for $38,427.80
• Change order in the amount of $1.16M and addition of 45 days for water/sewer replacement contract (WSM-K project)

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda and several individual actions. Items included a financing plan for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 18 (Walsh Ranch), a developer funding agreement for intersection improvements, multiple land and easement acquisitions, and the reappointment of municipal court judges. Additional approvals covered a voluntary water‑district contribution, an aircraft parking license, and a health‑grant award.

• Approved Consent Agenda (motion passed 10‑0) covering numerous appropriations and contracts
• Approved Ordinance for Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 18 (Walsh Ranch) financing plan
• Authorized $1,129,570 developer funding agreement with D.R. Horton for Avondale Haslet and Wagley Robertson Roads
• Authorized acquisition of easements and land for Everman Parkway, Mary's Creek Force Main, and Texas A&M campus projects
• Authorized aircraft parking license with Gridiron Air LLC for two spaces at 2008 Eagle Parkway
• Adopted ordinance reappointing nine municipal court judges, appointing one new judge, and designating chief and deputy chief judges
• Accepted $124,103 voluntary contribution from Tarrant Regional Water District for Panther Island improvement district
• Accepted $4,800 grant from Texas Health Community Hope for the Good for You Healthy Hub program

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council work session will discuss a proposed economic development agreement with EDC Fort Worth LLC. Council members will also review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and audit results. Additional items include updates on the Main Street America project, questions about significant zoning cases, and questions about board and commission membership changes for the March 10 council meeting.

• Proposed Economic Development Agreement with EDC Fort Worth LLC
• Main Street America Project Updates
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit Results
• Questions regarding significant zoning cases for March 10, 2026 Council Meeting
• Questions regarding changes in membership on boards and commissions for March 10, 2026 Council Meeting

The council heard reports on the 2025 Mayor’s Community Engagement Workshops, a historical marker, police citations, veteran‑owned businesses, and water service practices. No votes or approvals occurred. Council members requested future reports on the East Lancaster Corridor, services for unhoused residents, and discounted gym memberships for retirees.

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The Fort Worth City Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts, land acquisitions, and grant applications. Key items include an advance funding agreement for the Meacham Boulevard Project with city participation up to $10.1 million, a $5.1 million contract for Toter carts, and a $7.1 million software contract with ACCELA, Inc. The council will also vote on a collective bargaining agreement amendment for firefighter positions and multiple infrastructure projects.

• Advance funding agreement with TxDOT for Meacham Boulevard Project up to $38.6M with city share up to $10.1M (CD 2)
• Authorize contract with Toter, LLC for carts up to $5.1M for Environmental Services
• Authorize agreement with ACCELA, INC. for development workflow software up to $7.1M over initial five-year term
• Contract with Peachtree Construction for 2026 Asphalt Resurfacing Contract 5 at $4.7M (CD 4 & 10)
• Amend collective bargaining agreement with Firefighters Local 440 regarding dual-role and single-role firefighter positions

The council approved a $4,521,282 Homeland Security Urban Area Security Initiative grant and reallocated $595,885.19 of prior grant funds. It also approved several capital and contract items, including $860,000 for Stockyards traffic safety, $90,000 for bridge railing rehabilitation, and a $5.1M one‑year Toter cart agreement. Two items (M&C 26-0126 and M&C 26-0132) were withdrawn, and the consent agenda motion passed 9‑0.

• Approved $4,521,282 Homeland Security grant (M&C 26-0127)
• Approved $595,885.19 reallocation of UA‑SI grant funds (M&C 26-0128)
• Approved $860,000 Stockyards traffic safety improvements (M&C 26-0149)
• Approved $90,000 bridge railing rehabilitation (M&C 26-0153)
• Approved $5.1M Toter cart contract for Environmental Services (M&C 26-0131)
• Approved $7.1M software solution contract for city departments (M&C 26-0133)
• Withdrawn M&C 26-0126 (resolution for Boat Club Road injunctions)
• Withdrawn M&C 26-0132 (forensic evidence grant application)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council work session will hear a series of reports from city staff and external presenters. Topics include a proposed amendment to the O‑1 floodplain zoning classification, reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds, updates on door‑to‑door vendor regulations, and a review of FY 2025 incentive agreements. The meeting is informational; no formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Proposed Text Amendments to “O-1” Floodplain Zoning Classification (item 26-0030)
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Reallocation (item 26-0028)
• Update on Door‑to‑Door Vendor Regulations (item 26-0032)
• Results for Incentive Agreements Reviewed in FY 2025 (item 26-0031)
• AllianceTexas Annual Economic Impact presentation (item 5)

The council met on February 24, 2026, introduced new park and recreation and economic development staff, and reviewed several informal reports including the MyFW app and floodplain zoning text amendments. Council members requested a future report on Human Relations Commission complaints. The meeting adjourned at 9:48 a.m. with no votes, approvals, or denials recorded.

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The Fort Worth City Council will adopt an ordinance ordering a citywide election on May 2, 2026 to vote on issuing ad valorem tax‑supported public securities for the 2026 General Obligation Debt Program. The council will also approve a large consent agenda that includes multiple unit‑price contracts for guardrail, street‑light and traffic‑signal projects, as well as several appropriations for transportation and community development. Additional resolutions will authorize grant funding, tax abatements, and a rezoning initiation for specific parcels. The meeting includes routine minutes approval and board appointment announcements.

• Approve unit‑price contracts up to $750,000 each with Van/Elli, Inc. and EAR Telecommunications for guardrail and end‑of‑road barricade construction
• Approve unit‑price contracts up to $4,500,000 each with Lumin8 Transportation Technologies, LLC and EAR Telecommunications for street‑light and traffic‑signal projects
• Adopt appropriation of $300,000 for the US 287 and East Berry Street Governor’s Community Achievement Award project
• Authorize a $185,000 grant to Weir Minerals U.S., Inc. for retention and expansion of its divisional headquarters in Fort Worth
• Adopt ordinance ordering a May 2, 2026 election on issuance of ad valorem tax‑supported public securities for the 2026 General Obligation Debt Program

The Fort Worth City Council approved the Consent Agenda unanimously (11-0). It adopted several appropriations and unit‑price contracts for transportation, street lighting, guardrails, and a pet‑charity grant. The council also authorized a $14,595,928 contract with Gra‑Tex Utilities for water and sanitary sewer replacement. All listed items were approved without recorded dissent.

• Consent Agenda approved (11-0)
• Adopted Rules of Procedure for Transportation Impact Fee CIAC
• Authorized unit‑price contracts up to $750,000 each for guardrails and barricades
• Approved $47,832.60 appropriation for Master Transportation Plan update
• Authorized unit‑price contracts up to $4,500,000 each for street lights and traffic signals
• Approved $300,000 funding for US 287 and East Berry Street Governor’s Community Achievement Award project
• Authorized up to $250,000 pet‑focused grant for animal welfare programs
• Authorized $14,595,928 contract with Gra‑Tex Utilities for water and sanitary sewer replacement

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council work session will review several reports and proposals. Council members will discuss a council‑initiated zoning change for 5329 and 5335 East 1st Street in District 11, as well as updates to the Floodplain Management Plan and the Panther Island Public Improvement District. Additional items include a Phase II expansion design for the Convention Center, naming‑rights negotiations, and a charter election presentation.

• Proposed council‑initiated zoning change for 5329 and 5335 East 1st Street, Council District 11
• Proposed subdivision ordinance amendments to promote infill development
• Floodplain Management Plan – 5‑year (2026) update
• Panther Island Public Improvement District presentation
• Fort Worth Convention Center Phase II expansion schematic design

The council met on February 3, 2026 for a work session, hearing reports, organizational updates, and several presentations. Council members requested future reports on topics such as water fluoridation, development inspection fees, hotel rate bans, and veteran‑owned contracts. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

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Due to a weather emergency, the meeting will begin at 2:00 PM. The council will vote on a consent agenda that includes budget adjustments to rollover funds from FY2025 to FY2026, updates to library definitions, and numerous infrastructure projects, grants, and contracts. Key items include trail projects at Conductor Road and CentrePort, street and water infrastructure contracts, and airport improvements at Perot Field.

• Enact budget adjustments for fiscal year 2025 rollover into fiscal year 2026 (no dollar amount specified)
• Authorize $15,885,596 amendment for CentrePort Trail Phase II project
• Authorize $8,179,908.65 contract for street paving, stormwater, and water/sewer replacements (2022 Bond Program – Contract 13)
• Authorize $9,476,730 contract for water and sanitary sewer replacements (2020 WSM-I Project)
• Authorize acquisition of 2.4199 acres at 590 East Rendon Crowley Road for $1,600,000 for Spinks Land Acquisition Project

The Fort Worth City Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda (11‑0). It also adopted budget adjustments, updated library definitions, and approved several major contracts and grants, including a $15.9 million amendment for the CentrePort Trail Phase II project. Additional approvals covered airport improvement funding, a land acquisition in East Rendon Crowley Road, and large water‑sewer and street‑paving contracts.

• Consent Agenda approved (11‑0)
• Budget adjustments and appropriations (M&C 26‑0061) approved
• Library definitions ordinance (M&C 26‑0062) approved
• CentrePort Trail Phase II amendment up to $15,885,596 (M&C 26‑0073) approved
• Airport Improvement Grant $1,111,112 for Perot Field project (M&C 26‑0084) approved
• Acquisition of 2.4199 acres at 590 East Rendon Crowley Road for $1,600,000 (M&C 26‑0075) approved
• Contract with 2R Construction Services $8,179,908.65 for street and sewer improvements (M&C 26‑0071) approved
• Water and sanitary sewer replacement contract $9,476,730 (M&C 26‑0076) approved

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession, delayed due to weather, includes finalizing the proposed 2026 bond program and a presentation on an economic development agreement with Stellar Energy Americas. Council will also hear reports on police officer duty hours, solid waste strategy, and Panther Island regulations.

• Finalization of proposed 2026 bond program
• Presentation on Stellar Energy Americas Economic Development Program Agreement
• Solid waste long-range strategy report
• Duty hours of Neighborhood Police Officers report
• Panther Island regulations update

The City Council work session was held on Jan. 27, 2026 at City Hall. Council members heard updates on winter storm response, neighborhood services, police duty hours, filming notifications, solid‑waste strategy, and other reports. Presentations included the Stellar Energy Americas economic‑development agreement and a proposed 2026 bond program. No motions were adopted, denied, or tabled during the meeting.

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The City Council will consider a consent agenda of 27 items, including budget adjustments, grants, contracts, and a property tax exemption denial. The agenda also includes presentations recognizing community members and organizations. No items are scheduled for individual discussion.

• Deny a 50% property tax exemption request for The Meridian housing development at 4450 Marine Creek Parkway
• Authorize a $4,901,880.55 contract for construction of Bomber Spur Trail Phase I
• Ratify a $1,636,363.63 grant from FEMA for firefighter operations and safety
• Authorize $1,490,112 for intersection improvements at Business 287 (Mansfield Highway) and Wichita Street
• Authorize acquisition of 3.017 acres at 500 Old Highway 1187 for $1,893,894 for Spinks Land Acquisition Project

The City Council closed the public hearing on M&C 26‑5703 and approved the resolution to apply for up to $1,000,000 from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Legislative Rider Grant Program for Sycamore Park, passing the motion 11‑0. The council also approved a $384,824.72 payment to the Denton Central Appraisal District and returned a $100,000 donation to the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation. Additional approvals included a $40,000 grant for the African American Museum, a $1,636,363.63 FEMA grant for fire services, and a denial of a 50% property‑tax exemption for the Meridian development.

• Approved M&C 26‑5703 (Sycamore Park grant) and Resolution No. 6241‑01‑2026 (11‑0)
• Approved M&C 26‑0001: $384,824.72 payment to Denton Central Appraisal District
• Approved M&C 26‑0002: Return of $100,000 donation to Fort Worth Public Library Foundation
• Approved M&C 26‑0020: $40,000 support for African American Museum and Cultural Center
• Approved M&C 26‑0031: $1,636,363.63 FEMA grant with $163,636.37 city match
• Approved M&C 26‑0033: Up to $428,000 Texas DOT traffic‑enforcement grant with $86,000 city match
• Approved M&C 26‑0024: Denied 50% property‑tax exemption for The Meridian development
• Approved M&C 26‑0037: $636,543.49 transportation impact fees for Trinity Blvd project

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This is a special called worksession for the Fort Worth City Council to discuss the 2026 Bond Program. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda includes opening remarks, a presentation by the Chief Transformation Officer, and closing comments.

• Discussion on the 2026 Bond Program presented by Chief Transformation Officer Christianne Simmons

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The Fort Worth City Council will meet to consider approval of previous meeting minutes and hear public comments from residents. The meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

• Approval of minutes from December 2, 9, and 19, 2025
• Public comments session for residents
• Meeting held at Fort Worth Council Chamber, 100 Fort Worth Trail

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on January 6, 2026, with no substantive decisions made. The only action taken was the unanimous approval (11-0) of minutes from four prior meetings: the December 2, 2025 Work Session and Public Comment meetings, the December 9, 2025 Council meeting, and the December 19, 2025 Council Retreat. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics, including transportation, zoning, gun violence, and affordable housing.

• Approved minutes from Dec 2, 2025 Work Session (11-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 2, 2025 Public Comment meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 9, 2025 Council meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes from Dec 19, 2025 Council Retreat (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

At this worksession, the Fort Worth City Council will hear informal reports and discuss several items, including property tax exemption requests for existing affordable housing properties, updated panhandling guidelines, and proposed zoning amendments to limit liquor stores, smoke shops, and credit access businesses. The council will also review the 2026 debt plan bond pricing results and funding for the African American Museum. No formal votes are expected at this worksession.

• Property tax exemption requests for existing affordable housing properties
• Update on proposed zoning amendments to curb proliferation of liquor stores, retail smoke shops, and credit access businesses
• Presentation of 2026 Debt Plan bond pricing results
• African American Museum funding update
• Guidelines on panhandling and responsible giving

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on January 6, 2026, receiving 14 informal reports and presentations on topics including the 2026 debt plan, property tax exemptions, panic alarms in YMCAs, and zoning amendments. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with council members offering recommendations and requesting future reports.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Received 2026 Debt Plan bond pricing results report
• Received update on property tax exemption requests for affordable housing
• Received report on panic alarm installation in local YMCAs
• Received update on zoning amendments for liquor stores, smoke shops, credit access businesses
• Council requested reports on arts spending peer comparison, door-to-door salesperson registration, Fort Worth App photo uploads, and Neighborhood Police Officer hours

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is convening a special called retreat at Rockwood Park Golf Course to review strategic priorities, team dynamics, and financial health. The meeting includes presentations on housing, governance, and leadership development.

• Strategic priorities review
• Team dynamics presentation
• Housing discussion
• Financial health review
• Executive session allowed

The Fort Worth City Council held a special retreat on December 19, 2025, focused on team dynamics, strategic priorities, housing policy, and governance. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the council discussed improving communication with staff, agreed to review strategic priorities every three years, and tentatively agreed to hold another retreat in February 2026 to discuss governance policies.

• Agreed to review strategic priorities every three years as part of council retreats
• Agreed to consider another retreat in February 2026 to discuss governance policies
• Discussed adding more work session meetings to improve staff-council communication
• Requested staff to provide district-specific project updates for each strategic goal
• Discussed creating a governance framework and increasing committee meeting transparency

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several consent items including land acquisitions, contract amendments, and grant applications. The body is deciding on various property sales, tax exemption denials for affordable housing, and funding for infrastructure projects.

• Acquisition of 92.01 acres at 11900 West Freeway and 11091 Chapin Road for $5,980,650.00
• Contract with Stabile & Winn, Inc. for $8,428,697.50 for street paving and sewer replacements
• Denial of 50% property tax exemptions for Cobblestone Manor (8201 Sartain Drive) and Wildwood Branch Apartments (6225 Shady Oaks Manor Drive)
• Direct sale of 10.488 acres at 1304 Westport Parkway to Alliance Industrial Partners, LLC for $3,400,000.00
• Appropriation of $6,500,000.00 for the National Cowgirl Museum Hall of Fame Project

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda, which included 23 individual items, by an 11‑0 vote. Among the approvals were a $5.98 million acquisition of about 92 acres for open‑space, parkland and water‑utility improvements, and a $6.5 million transfer to fund the National Cowgirl Museum Hall of Fame project. The council also accepted several state and federal grants and entered multiple contracts for infrastructure and public‑works services.

• Approved Consent Agenda (23 items) – vote 11-0
• Approved $5.98M purchase of ~92 acres at 11900 West Freeway/11091 Chapin Rd for open space, parkland and water utility improvements
• Approved $6.5M transfer to General Capital Projects Fund for National Cowgirl Museum Hall of Fame project
• Approved $500,000 Crime Laboratory Portal Records grant from Texas Governor’s Office
• Approved $20,000 International Association of Chiefs of Police victims grant
• Approved $750,000 three‑year contract with Flowbird America for pay‑and‑display parking meters
• Approved $103,393.20 payment for North Central Texas Council of Governments 2026 membership dues
• Approved $250,000 FAA Cargo Entitlement Airport Improvement Program grant for Perot Field improvements