Fort Worth public meetings in 2024

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider several high-value contracts, including property and liability insurance and infrastructure grants. The meeting also includes a zoning hearing and decisions on street vacations for student housing near TCU.

• Purchase of property, boiler, machinery, and commercial liability insurance not to exceed $11,123,695.00
• Grant application for a Solid Waste Infrastructure for Recycling Grant up to $5,000,000.00
• Grant application for the McPherson-Summer Creek Safe Streets Project up to $5,099,220.00
• Infrastructure construction agreement with Fort Worth Zoological Association up to $2,887,642.83
• Vacating portions of Merida Avenue and an adjacent alley for TCU student housing

The Fort Worth City Council appointed Jesus 'Jay' Chapa as city manager, passing 9-1 after two substitute motions to postpone or restart the hiring process failed. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and appropriations, and made zoning decisions including approving a site plan for Mercy Culture Church and denying two auto repair conditional use permits.

• Appointed Jesus 'Jay' Chapa as city manager (9-1)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (11-0)
• Approved $632M Bell Textron manufacturing facility with 10-year tax abatement (11-0)
• Approved $13.4M acquisition for Tinsley Ranch Park (11-0)
• Approved site plan for Mercy Culture Church (6-4)
• Denied auto repair CUP at 6077 McPherson Blvd (11-0)
• Denied auto repair CUP at McPherson & Vista Grande Blvd (11-0)
• Approved zoning change for Altamesa Church of Christ (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including contracts, grants, and ordinance amendments, and hold zoning hearings for mixed-use development. Key decisions include authorizing applications for up to $20 million in EPA environmental justice grants, increasing legal fees for short-term rental lawsuits, and approving open space land acquisitions.

• Authorize applications for two EPA Climate Justice grants up to $20 million each for sustainable futures and greenspace
• Increase legal fees for short-term rental lawsuit representation from $150k to $450k overall
• Zoning hearing for 3100-3200 Hamilton Ave: rezone 8.01 acres to MU-2 High Intensity Mixed-Use (recommended denial)
• Zoning hearing for 3200 Sondra Drive area: rezone 6.91 acres to MU-2 (recommended approval)
• Authorize fleet vehicle services contract up to $41.2 million over five years

The Fort Worth City Council approved two zoning dockets (ZC-24-115 and ZC-24-116) as amended to PD/MU-2 Planned Development-High Intensity Mixed Use, limiting nonresidential uses to office, a maximum building height of five stories, and a twenty-foot setback, with site plans waived. Both motions passed 10-0 with Council Member Martinez absent. The council also approved the consent agenda and all other items on the agenda, including contracts, grants, and land acquisitions.

• Approved ZC-24-115 as PD/MU-2 with office-only nonresidential, 5-story max, 20-ft setback (10-0)
• Approved ZC-24-116 as PD/MU-2 with office-only nonresidential, 5-story max, 20-ft setback (10-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $450K outside counsel for short-term rental lawsuits (10-0)
• Approved $10M fleet services agreements with multiple vendors (10-0)
• Approved $3.58M channel improvements contract with Klutz Construction (10-0)
• Approved $2.88M asphalt resurfacing contract with Sunmount Paving (10-0)
• Approved $3.16M concrete restoration contract with Urban Infraconstruction (10-0)
• Approved $3.96M land acquisition for Open Space Conservation Program (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda containing dozens of routine items, including a $368,057.50 settlement for a lawsuit, a $1.5 million furniture contract for new City Hall, and approval of a $3 million homeland security grant. No public hearings or zoning items are scheduled; the meeting consists entirely of consent items.

• Settlement of lawsuit FTCOFW, LLC v. City of Fort Worth for $368,057.50 (M&C 24-0959)
• Authorize lease with AVX Aircraft Company for 4,320 sq ft at 2008 Eagle Parkway (M&C 24-0956)
• Authorize furniture purchase for new City Hall up to $1,500,000 initial term (M&C 24-0970)
• Accept FY 2024 Homeland Security UASI grant up to $3,014,543.17 (M&C 24-0987)
• Approve Tradition MUD No. 2B bond issuance up to $3,620,000.00 (M&C 24-0963)

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda (11-0), which included numerous contracts, grants, and appropriations. In zoning actions, the council approved several rezonings, denied a municipal setting designation for a property on South Freeway, and continued or remanded other cases. The council also approved a $13.1 million community facilities agreement for Camp Bowie Boulevard improvements and authorized eminent domain for two road projects.

• Approved consent agenda (11-0)
• Denied M&C 24-0971 for municipal setting designation at 5921/5933 South Freeway (11-0)
• Approved site plan SP-24-010 (11-0)
• Approved zoning docket ZC-24-124 for child care CUP (10-0, one abstention)
• Denied zoning docket ZC-24-023 with prejudice (11-0)
• Approved zoning docket ZC-24-098 for MU-2 mixed-use (11-0)
• Approved zoning docket ZC-24-105 for Cook Children's (10-0, one abstention)
• Approved M&C 24-0954 for Camp Bowie improvements ($13,105,115.57, 10-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a worksession to discuss various departmental reports and updates. The body will review policies for housing tax credits, environmental grants, and water reclamation funding. Members will also receive updates on the Convention Center expansion and the police crime lab.

• 2025 City of Fort Worth Housing Tax Credit Policy
• FY25 USEPA Community Change Grant Applications
• Mary’s Creek Water Reclamation Facility, Lift Stations and Force Mains Funding
• Fort Worth Convention Center Expansion and Renovation Phase 2 Update
• Public Art Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Work Plan

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on November 5, 2024, receiving informational reports from staff and external partners. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made during the meeting. Council members requested future agenda items and reports on topics such as boarding homes, childcare, and stolen vehicles.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Council Member Beck requested update on boarding homes
• Mayor Pro Tem Bivens requested report on childcare needs by district
• Council Member Nettles requested Race & Culture Task Force update
• Council Member Williams requested report on stolen vehicles
• Council Member Martinez requested report on commercial property violation fees

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $1,023,093 advance funding agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for intersection improvements at E Berry Street and Village Creek Road. Other items include appropriations for infrastructure projects, park name changes, and a park‑hours ordinance effective Jan. 1, 2025. Public hearings will consider a TIF extension for Lancaster and a drainage utility rate amendment.

• Approve $1,023,093 advance funding agreement with TxDOT (plus $796,670 federal, $48,412 state, $178,011 local) for E Berry St/Village Creek Rd intersection
• Allocate $367,000 ARPA funds for infrastructure and $200,000 for Neighborhood WiFi project
• Adopt ordinance changing West Cleburne Rd to South Hulen St and renumbering Old Granbury Rd
• Adopt park‑hours ordinance changing operation to 5 a.m.–10 p.m., effective Jan 1 2025
• Authorize $325,000 land acquisition at 8541 Shelby Lane for parkland addition

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda, including ARPA fund allocations, street and sidewalk projects, and various contracts. It also approved the annexation of Walsh West in Parker County, extended the Lancaster TIF, and raised drainage utility rates effective January 1, 2025. All votes were 10-0 with Council Member Beck absent.

• Approved consent agenda with 30+ items (10-0)
• Approved Walsh West annexation (78.34 acres) in Parker County (10-0)
• Extended Lancaster TIF (Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 8) term and plans (10-0)
• Approved drainage utility rate increase effective Jan 1, 2025 (10-0)
• Approved zoning change at 2901 Weisenberger St from Two-Family to Urban Residential (10-0)
• Approved new management agreement for Perot Field Alliance Airport (10-0)
• Approved $4.25M for Evans-Rosedale Project from committed fund balance (consent)
• Approved $2.19M for 2022 Bond sidewalk projects (consent)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will receive updates on the 2026 Bond Program and the economic impact of Texas Christian University. The body will also discuss the actuarial impact of adding MedStar employees to the retirement fund and proposed changes to the Park and Recreation city code.

• 2026 Bond Program update
• Actuarial impact of adding MedStar employees to Employees’ Retirement Fund
• Recommended revisions to City Code, Chapter 24 Park and Recreation
• Update on Texas Christian University economic impact
• Update on Crime Lab from Police Chief Neil Noakes

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received presentations on TCU's economic impact, the crime lab, and several informal reports including the 2026 bond program and MedStar retirement fund impact. Council members requested numerous future agenda items and reports on topics like homelessness, crime statistics, and code enforcement.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Heard presentation on TCU economic impact
• Heard update on crime lab; more data requested for Nov. 5 meeting
• Council members requested future reports on homelessness, crime, and code enforcement

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is meeting to receive public comments and consider the minutes from six previous meetings held between September 17 and October 8, 2024. This meeting is primarily for public input and procedural approvals.

• Consideration of minutes from September 17, 2024 Special Called Meeting
• Consideration of minutes from September 17, 2024 Council Meeting
• Consideration of minutes from September 24, 2024 Work Session
• Consideration of minutes from September 24, 2024 Special Called Meeting
• Consideration of minutes from October 8, 2024 Work Session and Public Comments

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on October 22, 2024, and approved the minutes from several prior meetings (September 17, 24, and October 8) by an 8-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics.

• Approved minutes for September 17, 24, and October 8 meetings (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes dozens of contracts, appropriations, and easement agreements. A key item is the authorization of a contract up to $8,233,836 with Remont Engineering & Design Group for a Fort Worth Water SCADA replacement. Other items cover transportation fee reports, speed‑limit changes on State Highway 170, and several temporary street closures for construction.

• Authorize contract up to $8,233,836 with Remont Engineering & Design Group for Fort Worth Water SCADA Replacement
• Adopt ordinance adjusting speed limits on State Highway 170 between I‑35W and the Fort Worth/Westlake city limits
• Authorize execution of a $400,000 annual private lot mowing services agreement with DreamWizard, Inc.
• Adopt appropriation ordinance transferring $861,000 to the East‑Side Taxilane Kilo Rehabilitation Project at Fort Worth Spinks Airport
• Approve $443,594 change order to William J. Schultz, Inc. for Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Contract 2021

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $98.3 million contract with Eagle Contracting, LLC for primary clarifier improvements at the Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility, along with related project costs and appropriations. The council also approved a $125 million water and sewer revenue bond issuance, several tax abatement agreements, and numerous zoning changes. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, with occasional absences or recusals.

• Approved $98,319,734 contract for Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility Primary Clarifiers Improvements (10-0)
• Approved $125,000,000 Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024C (10-0)
• Approved seven-year tax abatement for Americold cold storage expansion at 4900 Blue Mound Road (11-0)
• Approved seven-year tax abatement for Embraer MRO facility near Perot Field Alliance Airport (11-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting amusement redemption machines (11-0)
• Denied rezoning at 1405 Weiler Boulevard from 'ER' to 'FR' (11-0)
• Approved rezoning at 2000 Belle Avenue from 'A-5' to 'PD-E' (11-0)
• Approved $1,590,100 land acquisition for Open Space Conservation Program (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review reports and proposals from city staff. Discussions include property tax relief strategies, funding gaps for fire stations, and American Rescue Plan Act allocations.

• Amendments to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Three (Downtown TIF) and Number Eight (Lancaster TIF)
• Property tax relief strategies
• Fire station capital project funding gaps
• Recommendations for American Rescue Plan Act allocations
• Regulation and operation of open space properties

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on October 8, 2024, receiving staff reports on topics including the proposed 2025 council meeting schedule, TIF amendments, fire station funding gaps, property tax relief strategies, game room update, ARPA allocations, open space properties, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden annual report, and EMS/911 updates. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the worksession; it was informational only. Council members requested future agenda items on water account citations and the fentanyl crisis.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during worksession
• Received report on proposed 2025 Council Meeting Schedule (24-1905)
• Received report on Downtown and Lancaster TIF amendments (24-1906)
• Received report on Fire Station Capital Project Funding Gaps (24-1907)
• Received report on Property Tax Relief Strategies (24-1908)
• Received report on Game Room Update (24-1909)
• Received report on ARPA Allocations (24-1910)
• Received report on Open Space Properties (24-1911)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The Fort Worth City Council will consider the minutes from the September 10, 2024 work session and public comment meeting. After that, the council will open a public comment period, during which no new topics may be discussed. The meeting follows standard procedural rules, including time limits for speakers.

• Consideration of minutes from September 10, 2024 Work Session (Agenda item 24-4601)
• Consideration of minutes from September 10, 2024 Public Comment (Agenda item 24-4602)
• Public Comment session (Agenda item 24-4651) – speakers limited to 3 minutes (individual) or 6 minutes (group)

The Fort Worth City Council met for a public comment session on October 8, 2024, with Mayor Parker absent. The only actions were procedural: appointing Council Member Flores as chair and approving the minutes from the September 10, 2024 meetings, both by 10-0 votes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics.

• Appointed Council Member Flores as chair of the meeting (10-0)
• Approved minutes for September 10, 2024 Work Session and Public Comment meetings (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council will discuss recent sales tax revenue, updates on gunshot detection technology, and proposed tax abatement agreements with Americold and Embraer Aerospace. The session also includes organizational updates and a management agreement for Perot Field.

• August 2024 sales tax revenue update ($24-1899)
• Amendment to Visit Fort Worth contract for capital projects ($24-1900)
• Proposed tax abatement agreement with Americold
• Proposed tax abatement agreement with Embraer Aerospace
• Gunshot detection technology update ($24-1902) and officer protection during accident investigations ($24-1903)

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on September 24, 2024, with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. The council received informal reports on sales tax revenue, a Visit Fort Worth contract amendment, the Trinity River Waterwheel Initiative closeout, gunshot detection technology, officer protection, and monthly development activity. Presentations were also made on a Perot Field management agreement and proposed tax abatement agreements with Americold and Embraer Aerospace. Council members requested future agenda items on early childhood education, Fort Worth ISD school closures, the Human Relations Commission, and Trinity Metro transit.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council public comment meeting set for September 24, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and the public comment portion cannot address topics not listed on the agenda.

• Meeting cancelled – no items considered

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss an ordinance regarding city fees. The proposal involves adding new fees, changing existing fees, and allowing for adjustments based on market conditions.

• Ordinance 24-4623: Amending the Code of the City of Fort Worth (2015) to change, add, and ratify fees

The City Council held a special called work session and adopted Ordinance No. 27191-09-2024, which amends the city code to reflect changes in fees, adds new fees, changes certain fees, ratifies uncodified fees, and allows for fee adjustments due to market conditions. The motion passed 10-0 with Council Member Nettles absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 27191-09-2024 amending fee schedule (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering several capital project funding adjustments, including ARPA fund allocations and road improvements. The body will also review multiple vendor contracts for city services and land donations for new parks.

• Allocation of $2,307,939.00 from ARPA funds for increased construction costs across multiple projects
• Agreement with six vendors for home repair services totaling up to $44,787,500.00 over five years
• Acquisition of 2.37 acres at 6500 Bridge Street for $608,000.00
• Acceptance of $1,600,000.00 donation from Fort Worth Local Development Corporation for Camp Bowie Improvements
• Approval of negotiated settlement for Atmos Energy Corporation rates effective October 1, 2024

The Fort Worth City Council approved an amended planned development for a data center at 10375 Old Granbury Road, excluding Bitcoin mining and all industrial uses, with development standards including a 105-foot height limit, construction traffic restrictions, and a required site plan. The council also approved multiple zoning changes, including expanding the Stockyards Historic District boundaries, and approved a $59.7 million contract for the Lake Arlington Lift Station project. All other consent agenda items, including funding allocations and contracts, were approved as amended.

• Approved amended PD 1091 for data center at 10375 Old Granbury Road, excluding Bitcoin mining and industrial uses (7-2)
• Approved Stockyards Historic District boundary expansion along West and East Exchange Avenue (8-0)
• Approved Trinity Habitat for Humanity rezoning at 5250 Wonder Drive to medium density multifamily (9-0)
• Denied rezoning at 216 Nursery Lane from two-family to medium density multifamily (9-0)
• Denied with prejudice rezoning at 5433 Dallas Avenue for commercial/automotive repair (9-0)
• Approved Cook Children's rezoning to intensive commercial at 10th Ave/Pruitt St (9-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved $59,657,497.33 contract for Lake Arlington Lift Station project (10-0)
• Approved successor police officers meet and confer agreement expiring 2028 (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2024 tax rate and the FY2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget. Council members will consider three ordinances: one updating city code fees, one appropriating the FY2025 operating budget and capital improvement program, and one establishing an annual ad valorem tax levy. A resolution will ratify the property tax revenue increase reflected in the FY2025 budget.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2024 tax rate (Agenda item 24-4628)
• Public hearing and approval of FY2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget (24-0760)
• Ordinance amending city code fees and adding new fees (24-4623)
• Ordinance appropriating FY2025 operating budget and capital improvement program (24-4624)
• Ordinance establishing an annual ad valorem tax levy and approving the tax roll (24-4625)

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called work session and public hearings, then voted unanimously (11-0) to adopt the FY 2025 budget appropriation ordinance, the property tax levy ordinance, and a resolution ratifying the property tax revenue increase. The council also approved the FY 2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget (11-0) and continued a fee schedule ordinance to the September 24 meeting.

• Adopted Appropriation Ordinance No. 27107-09-2024 for FY 2025 operating budget and capital improvement program (11-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 27108-09-2024 levying annual ad valorem property tax (11-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5999-09-2024 ratifying property tax revenue increase (11-0)
• Approved FY 2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget (M&C 24-0760) (11-0)
• Continued fee schedule ordinance (24-4623) to September 24, 2024 meeting (11-0)
• Closed public hearing on proposed 2024 tax rate (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport's proposed FY25 budget, updates on the release of land from the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, and active capital projects. The session includes reports on the Panther Island development, the Texas A&M Fort Worth campus, and the Tarrant County 9-1-1 District.

• DFW Airport proposed FY25 budget presentation
• Release of land from Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) report
• Panther Island development standards and guidelines update
• Tarrant County 9-1-1 District structure and FY 25 budget approval
• Active capital projects and funding gaps update

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. Members received informational reports on the DFW Airport FY25 budget, police meet and confer, active capital projects and funding gaps, and several other topics. Council members asked questions and requested future agenda items, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Received DFW Airport FY25 budget presentation
• Received update on police meet and confer
• Received update on active capital projects and funding gaps
• Council Member Beck requested future report on noise buffer zones

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget. The meeting includes a report from city staff and a period for citizen presentations.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget

The Fort Worth City Council approved minutes from six August meetings (9-0) and closed the public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget (9-0). No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of procedural actions and public comments.

• Approved minutes from August 13, 20, and 27 meetings (9-0)
• Closed public hearing on FY2024-2025 budget (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering several high-value contracts for water department equipment and engineering, including a $11.1 million expansion design for the Eagle Mountain Water Treatment Plant. The body will also review airport maintenance grants and budgets for two Public Improvement Districts.

• Amendment to CDM Smith, Inc. agreement for $11,149,078.00 for Eagle Mountain Water Treatment Plant expansion design
• Agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas up to $7,682,282.00 for medical administrative services
• Appropriation of $2,000,000.00 for emergency 78-inch sanitary sewer leak repair near 7900 Trinity Boulevard
• Three separate airport maintenance grants from TxDOT for Perot Field, Meacham International, and Spinks airports, each up to $100,000.00
• FY 2025 budgets for PID 17 (Rock Creek Ranch) at $1,757,311.93 and PID 16 (Quail Valley) at $1,644,539.19

The Fort Worth City Council approved a resolution recommending a Fiscal Year 2025 tax rate of $0.6725 per $100 valuation, amended from the originally proposed $0.677300, and set a public hearing date. The council also approved a large consent agenda covering airport grants, public improvement district budgets, water department contracts, and various construction and engineering agreements. Additionally, the council approved a resolution authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire property for the North Tarrant Parkway at North Beach Street intersection improvement project.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5995-08-2024 recommending FY2025 tax rate of $0.6725 per $100 valuation (10-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda with 40+ items including airport grants, PID budgets, and water contracts (10-0)
• Authorized eminent domain to acquire 0.0062 acres for North Tarrant Parkway intersection project (10-0)
• Approved rezoning at 7716 Norman Avenue from A-5 to CR low density multifamily (10-0)
• Adopted text amendment requiring Planned Development District for hotels within 1,000 feet of schools (10-0)
• Approved $59M Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds Series 2024B sale to Texas Water Development Board (10-0)
• Adopted revised wholesale and retail water/wastewater rates effective November 1, 2024 and January 1, 2025 (10-0)
• Approved $4M interlocal agreement with UT Arlington for infrastructure at Walsh Ranch campus (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is meeting for a work session to discuss the FY2025 budget. The session includes discussions on tax rates and compensation strategies.

• Discussion on tax rate
• Discussion on compensation strategies
• Budget responses from City Manager David Cooke

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called work session to discuss the budget, tax rate, and compensation strategies. No formal votes were taken; instead, council members requested additional information on several topics, including fleet replacement, neighborhood programs, and the impact of not raising the tax rate. The meeting was informational only.

• Requested info on supply chain impact on fleet replacement budget
• Requested info on Las Vegas Trails Neighborhood Improvement Program funds
• Requested Neighborhood Conservation Program update at future work session
• Recommended dedicating unrealized revenues to Neighborhood Conservation Program
• Requested projection on tax rate and appraisal district impacts
• Requested budget response format change for police compression

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports and presentations on city operations, including budget proposals and development agreements. The session includes updates on police response metrics and proposed water utility rates for FY 2025.

• Water Utility FY 2025 recommended budget and rates
• Police report on call prioritization and unanswered calls
• Proposed zoning changes for property bounded by Clay Mountain Trail, Sandshell Boulevard, Corrine Drive, and North Freeway
• Proposed Master Developer selection for Evans and Rosedale Urban Village
• Proposed Interlocal Agreement with UT Arlington for Walsh Ranch campus development

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on August 20, 2024, receiving informational reports and staff presentations on topics including the scrap yard fire, proposed budgets, police call prioritization, drone delivery routes, zoning changes, and economic development agreements. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and staff updates only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Council Member Hill recommended including Chuck Silcox Animal Shelter in upcoming bond election (discussion only)
• Council Member Hill suggested moving Animal Shelter Advisory Committee to Council appointment process (discussion only)
• Council Member Hill proposed creating a 501(c)(3) public charity support organization for the City (discussion only)
• Mayor Pro tem Bivens requested a report on animal cruelty cases per District (request)
• Council Member Martinez requested an Informal Report on gunshot detection activity (request)
• Council Member Nettles requested an Informal Report on officer protection during accidents (request)
• Council Member Flores requested fiscal impact reports on adding Cesar Chavez Day and Veteran's Day as holidays (request)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The Fort Worth City Council will meet at 6:00 p.m. on August 20, 2024 to consider minutes from the August 6 work session and to hold a public comment period. No specific policy items are on the agenda, and council members may not discuss topics not listed. The meeting is open to the public, with accommodations available upon request.

• Consider minutes from August 6, 2024 Work Session (Agenda 24-4461)
• Public comment session (no agenda items for discussion)

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on Aug. 20, 2024, where the only formal action was approving the minutes from the Aug. 6 work session and public comment meetings (9-0). The remainder of the meeting was dedicated to public comments on a wide range of topics, including education, literacy, police issues, and community concerns. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Aug. 6, 2024 work session and public comment minutes (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering the creation of an Environmental Services Department and various budget adjustments. The meeting includes votes on several legal settlements, road construction closures, and land acquisitions for city projects.

• Establishment of a new Environmental Services Department
• Settlement payments of $825,000 (Waller et al v. Hoeppner) and $145,000 (Childers v. Sanchez et al)
• Agreement with Greenville Enterprises LLC for street repairs and road construction up to $1,118,000 annually
• Purchase of 8513 Marks Lane for $300,000 to be added to the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge
• Budget adjustment of $5,189,016.00 for the Fleet & Equipment Services Fund

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $9.6 million settlement to resolve three lawsuits filed against the city, along with numerous other consent agenda items. The council also approved several zoning changes, including a denial of a semi-truck parking permit and approval of a carwash conditional use permit. A new Environmental Services Department was established, and the council authorized a $6.5 million property purchase for a downtown library.

• Approved $9.6M settlement for three lawsuits (10-0)
• Established new Environmental Services Department (10-0)
• Approved $6.5M purchase of Center for Transforming Lives building for Downtown Library (10-0)
• Denied semi-truck parking CUP at 4900 Carey Street with prejudice (10-0)
• Approved carwash CUP at 3220-3236 Lois Street (10-0)
• Approved $133.7M FY2025 Crime Control and Prevention District funding application (10-0)
• Approved 7-year tax abatement for GE Aerospace expansion (10-0)
• Approved $1.18M land purchase for Summerfields Chisholm Park (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council holds a special called worksession to receive the City Manager’s recommended FY2025 operating and capital budgets and to hear the 2024 no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax-rate submissions. Members will also discuss next steps and may enter executive session on items listed.

• FY2025 Operating & Capital Budgets presentation by City Manager
• 2024 No-New-Revenue Tax Rate submission (24-1876)
• 2024 Certified Appraisal Roll and Collection Rate submission (24-1877)

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession to review the City Manager's recommended FY2025 Operating and Capital Budgets and workforce pay strategies. No formal votes or decisions were made; the session consisted of presentations and council member requests for additional information. The council also received informal reports on truth-in-taxation items with no discussion.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Presented City Manager's recommended FY2025 Operating & Capital Budgets
• Presented workforce pay strategies by Human Resources Director
• Received informal reports on 2024 no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates
• Received informal reports on 2024 certified appraisal roll and collection rate

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council worksession will hear a series of reports and updates from city departments, including sales tax revenue, broadband, fire department staffing, aviation, zoning, public safety payroll, landfill gas, mosquito surveillance, and a tax‑abatement proposal with GE On Wing, Inc. Council members will also consider a proposal to reallocate $250,000 of unprogrammed federal grant funds to elderly, homeless and special‑needs services. Additional items include questions about board membership changes, significant zoning cases, and the council’s meeting‑and‑comment log for the upcoming August 13 meeting.

• Reallocation of $250,000 unprogrammed federal grant funds for elderly, homeless and special‑needs services (item 24-1874)
• Presentation on proposed tax abatement agreement with GE On Wing, Inc. (item 6)
• Proposed zoning text amendment to add schools to 1,000‑foot distance requirement for hotels (item 24-1872)
• Public safety payroll solution recommendation (item 24-1873)
• Update on landfill gas (item 5)

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on August 6, 2024, receiving staff reports on sales tax revenue, broadband, EMS positions, Spinks Master Plan, zoning, payroll, grants, mosquito control, landfill gas, and a tax abatement proposal. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during worksession
• Heard report on proposed zoning text amendment for hotel distance requirement
• Heard presentation on proposed tax abatement agreement with GE On Wing, Inc.
• Council members requested future agenda items and reports

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The Fort Worth City Council will convene a public comment meeting at 6:00 PM on August 6, 2024, in the City Council Chamber at 200 Texas Street. The session is limited to public comments only; no formal decisions or discussions will occur. Citizens may speak for up to three minutes individually or six minutes in groups, with adjustments at the Mayor’s discretion.

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on August 6, 2024, with no substantive decisions other than approving the minutes from several prior meetings (May 21, June 4, June 11, June 18, and June 25, 2024) in a 9-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments from residents on various topics, including police conduct, library services, and the FY2025 budget. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from May 21, June 4, June 11, June 18, and June 25, 2024 meetings (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is scheduled to vote on a consent agenda containing routine approvals. Items include contract amendments, land acquisitions for infrastructure projects, capital appropriations, and federal aviation grant applications. The council will also consider a fire code amendment that revises applications, permits, and fees for fireworks displays.

• Approve a $9,800,000 contract with Fonroche Lighting America for the Neighborhood LED Streetlight Capital Project.
• Acquire land at 1200 Avondale-Haslet Road for $808,000 for the Avondale-Haslet Road Project.
• Apply for up to $1,500,000 in FAA grants for the Taxiway Papa Extension at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport.
• Amend Fort Worth Fire Code Chapter 56, Section 5608 to revise applications, permits, and fees for fireworks displays.
• Approve a $307,610 annual contract for parking garage and surface lot sweeping services at City Hall.

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large economic development package for a mixed-use project in the Fort Worth Stockyards, including purchase agreements for parking garages up to $126,150,000, reimbursement of up to $15,000,000 for Cowtown Coliseum improvements, and annual grants not to exceed $75,000,000. The council also approved a $13,036,747 annual action plan for federal housing and community development grants, a $10,033,481.30 contract for street, water, and sewer work in District 9, and a $7,282,054 contract for similar work in Districts 8, 9, and 11. In zoning, the council approved a mixed-use planned development on Main and Commerce streets, denied a two-family rezoning on E Ramsey Ave, and continued two cases to August 13, 2024. All votes recorded were unanimous; no substantive items were denied except the zoning case noted.

• Approved Stockyards mixed-use development agreements with Fort Worth Heritage Development, LLC, including parking garages up to $126,150,000, Cowtown Coliseum reimbursement up to $15,000,000, and grants up to $75,000,000 (11-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for $13,036,747 in federal HUD grants (10-0, Williams recused)
• Approved $10,033,481.30 contract with Woody Contractors for District 9 street, water, and sewer improvements (11-0)
• Approved $7,282,054 contract with McClendon Construction for street, water, and sewer work in Districts 8, 9, and 11 (11-0)
• Approved rezoning ZC-24-012 at 1332-1344 Main St and 1313-1315 Commerce St to planned development for mixed-use and neighborhood commercial (11-0)
• Denied without prejudice rezoning ZC-24-035 at 617 E Ramsey Ave from one-family to two-family (11-0)
• Continued zoning cases ZC-24-045 and ZC-24-052 to August 13, 2024 (11-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing condemnation by eminent domain for sewer easements at 616 E Arlington Ave, 2317 Emily Dr, 2329 Emily Dr, and 2321 Emily Dr (11-0 each)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is conducting a special called budget work session regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. Discussions include human resources topics, general fund revenues, and proposed fee changes.

• Briefing on HR budget drivers and total compensation
• Discussion of pay strategies and minimum wage scenarios
• Preview of FY25 General Fund revenues
• Preview of FY25 proposed fee changes
• Overview of FY25 decision packages

The City Council conducted a special called budget work session focusing on HR topics, general fund revenues, and proposed fee changes. The meeting consisted of staff presentations and requests for additional information; no substantive decisions were made.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including water department service amendments, land acquisitions for trail projects, and public safety equipment purchases. The meeting also includes special presentations of various city proclamations.

• Increase Water Department instrumentation equipment amount to $1,512,500.00
• Acceptance of approximately $431,993.00 and $156,378.00 in homeless housing grants
• Purchase of motorcycles for Fort Worth Police Department up to $81,000.00
• Acquisition of land for the Trail Gap Bomber Spur Project at 7199 Calmont Avenue and 4350 Southwest Boulevard
• Forgivable loan of $578,001.00 for Casa De Los Sueños affordable housing conversion

City Council approved a $9.2M amendment for Phase 1 of the Fort Worth Convention Center Renovation and Expansion Project. The council also established several Neighborhood Empowerment Reinvestment Zones and approved multiple zoning changes and infrastructure contracts.

• Approved $9.2M amendment for Convention Center Phase 1 (10-0)
• Established Neighborhood Empowerment Reinvestment Zones No. 1R through 8R (11-0)
• Approved $578,001 ARPA loan for Casa De Los Sueños homeless housing (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for 4408 and 4412 Southwest Boulevard (11-0)
• Denied site plan for security fence at 5328 E Lancaster Ave (10-0)
• Approved 2% Venue Hotel Occupancy Tax ordinance (11-0)
• Appointed Patrice Randle as City Auditor (11-0)
• Approved $8.8M contract for street paving and sewer replacements (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is meeting to discuss various municipal topics including federal grant funds, property maintenance, and zoning changes. The session includes briefings on police technology, fireworks safety, and the redevelopment of the Community Arts Center.

• 2024-2025 Action Plan for Federal Housing and Community Development Grant Funds
• Zoning change for 4812 Parker Henderson Road in Echo Heights
• Stormwater Criteria Manual, Floodplain Ordinance, and Grading Permit Ordinance updates
• Proposals for a Renewable Natural Gas facility at the Southeast Landfill
• Short-Term Rental Registration Ordinance

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports, employee recognitions, and briefings. No substantive votes or legislative decisions were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is holding a meeting for public comments and the consideration of previous meeting minutes. The agenda consists of procedural items including an invocation, pledges, and the review of several past work session and council meeting minutes.

• Review of May 7, 2024 Budget Work Session minutes
• Review of May 14, 2024 Joint City Council / Fort Worth ERF Board minutes
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on June 4, 2024. The only formal vote was to approve the minutes from previous meetings held on May 7 and May 14, 2024, which passed 8-0. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments from residents and organizations on topics including neighborhood safety, budget, minimum wage, and public facility usage.

• Approved minutes for May 7, 2024 Budget Work Session, Work Session, and Public Comment meetings (8-0)
• Approved minutes for May 14, 2024 Joint City Council/ERF Board and Council meetings (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is conducting a budget work session focused on the FY2025 budget. Discussions include capital maintenance scenarios, property tax allocations, and a preview of priority-based budgeting for libraries.

• Discussion on Capital Maintenance including debt and capital property tax allocations
• Review of current Paygo
• Priority Based Budgeting Preview: Library

The City Council conducted a special called budget work session for the FY 2025 Budget. The meeting consisted of presentations and discussions; no substantive decisions were recorded.

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will consider various consent agenda items including library service agreements and water department equipment purchases. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding housing tax credits and tourism district assessments.

• Library books and services agreement up to $3,200,000.00
• Water department brass fittings purchase up to $1,500,000.00
• Ray White Road widening acquisition for $340,560.00
• WJ Boaz Road widening acquisition for $243,100.00
• Northwest Loop 820 and Marine Creek Parkway intersection improvements for $4,619,291.00

The City Council adopted an ordinance to increase residential homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxes for elderly and disabled persons. Other actions included approving several infrastructure contracts, zoning changes, and the use of eminent domain for a trail project.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 26927-05-2024 increasing residential homestead tax exemptions for elderly and disabled persons (11-0)
• Approved zoning change for 4550 Village Creek Road & 4519 Moorview Avenue from Industrial Park to Low Density Multifamily (11-0)
• Authorized $3.2M for library books and services with four annual renewal options (10-0)
• Authorized $4.6M advance funding agreement with TxDOT for Northwest Loop 820 and Marine Creek Parkway improvements (10-0)
• Approved $301,357 condemnation by eminent domain for 2.129 acres at 7090 Camp Bowie Boulevard for the Bomber Spur Trail project (11-0)
• Approved $1.5M initial contract for water department brass fittings and parts (10-0)
• Appointed Rodney Mayo to the Zoning Commission/Fort Worth Alliance Airport Zoning Commission (11-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5956-05-2024 regarding emergency medical response and Medstar Member Cities (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including water department funding, street closures for the Charles Schwab Challenge, and various infrastructure appropriations. The meeting includes discussions on land annexations and multiple contract authorizations for city departments.

• Increase water treatment chemical funding to a new annual amount up to $29,367,383.50
• Temporary street closures for the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club
• $915,000.00 appropriation for South Hulen Street and South Drive West intersection improvements
• $2,593,525.00 contract for 2024 Concrete Restoration Contract 3
• Construction contract of $3,881,916.75 for Park Vista Boulevard project

City Council approved a $160.19 million appropriation for 2022 Bond Program expenditures. The council also established a tax exemption for qualifying child-care facilities and approved several zoning changes and land acquisitions.

• Approved $160,190,000.00 for 2022 Bond Program expenditures (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance establishing ad valorem tax exemptions for qualifying child-care facilities (10-0)
• Approved $44,886,140.31 guaranteed maximum price for Cromwell Marine Creek Road project (9-0)
• Approved $41,800,000.00 design-build agreement for Everman Parkway extension
• Denied zoning request for duplex at 621 S Retta Street (10-0)
• Approved $125,000,000.00 financial assistance request from Texas Water Development Board (11-0)
• Approved amendment to Waste Management of Texas residential garbage contract (9-2)
• Authorized eminent domain for WJ Boaz Road Widening project (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review various city reports and briefings. Topics include potential changes to property tax exemptions for seniors and disabled residents, updates on American Rescue Plan Act funds, and the Gateway Park Master Plan.

• Briefing on potential increase to the Over 65/Disabled Property Tax Exemption
• Briefing on Gateway Park Master Plan
• Overview of capital projects under consideration in excess funds from FY23
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
• Report on FEMA grant opportunities for fire prevention

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports and briefings. No substantive legislative decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

• Requested Employee Entry Wage Analysis be added to June 4, 2024, agenda
• Requested report on 911 call prioritization and unanswered calls
• Requested report on panhandler training for retail and convenience stores
• Requested report on individual vs. corporate ownership of single-family properties

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This agenda covers a routine public comment session for Fort Worth city councilors scheduled for May 7, 2024. The meeting allows residents to address the council on listed topics, with individual speakers limited to three minutes and groups to six minutes. Council members cannot discuss or deliberate on subjects not formally placed on this agenda under Texas law. No substantive policy changes, contracts, or zoning votes are scheduled; the agenda is strictly procedural boilerplate.

• Review of April 23 and April 30 council meeting minutes
• Public comment period with three-minute individual and six-minute group limits
• ADA accommodation requests must be filed at least 48 hours in advance

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on May 7, 2024. The only recorded decision was approval of minutes from the April 23 and April 30, 2024 meetings, passing 10-0 with Council Member Elizabeth Beck absent. Fifteen residents spoke during the public comment period on topics including Las Vegas Trail, the Northside III water transmission line, a water main through Eagle Ranch, and other concerns. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the April 23, 2024 Council meeting and the April 30, 2024 Work Session, Special Called Budget Work Session, and Public Comment meetings (10-0, Council Member Beck absent)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will hold a budget work session regarding the FY2025 budget. The discussion includes reviewing April property tax revenue estimates and evaluating various tax rate scenarios. The session also covers paygo implications.

• Review of April property tax revenue estimates
• Discussion of tax rate scenarios
• Review of Paygo implications

The Fort Worth City Council met in a special called budget work session on May 7, 2024, to discuss FY 2025 property tax revenue, tax rate scenarios, and paygo implications. Staff presented April estimates and engagement tools, and the upcoming schedule was reviewed. No substantive decisions, votes, or approvals were recorded; the meeting was discussion-only and adjourned at 10:25 a.m.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to public comments from residents. The council will also consider the approval of minutes from several April 16, 2024 sessions.

• Consideration of April 16, 2024 Work Session minutes
• Consideration of April 16, 2024 Special Called Budget Work Session minutes
• Consideration of April 16, 2024 Public Comment minutes
• Public comments

The City Council met for a public comment session. The only substantive action taken was the approval of minutes from three meetings held on April 16, 2024.

• Approved April 16 Work Session minutes (9-0)
• Approved April 16 Special Called Budget Work Session minutes (9-0)
• Approved April 16 Public Comment meeting minutes (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several administrative reports and briefings during this worksession. Topics include child care tax exemptions, an economic development agreement with ITS Logistics, and air quality monitoring processes.

• RFP for a third-party administrator for the City's self-funded group medical benefit plan
• Monthly report on Senate Bill 2038 regarding Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) releases
• TCEQ air quality permitting process and potential city role in monitoring
• Blue Ribbon Action Committee on Child Care briefing
• Economic Development Program Agreement with ITS Logistics

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on April 30, 2024, with no substantive decisions, votes, or approvals recorded. The council received briefings on the 3-1-1 call center, an RFP for a third-party administrator for the city's self-funded group medical benefit plan, Senate Bill 2038 extraterritorial jurisdiction releases, TCEQ air quality permitting, the Blue Ribbon Action Committee on Child Care, a child care facility tax exemption, and an economic development program agreement with ITS Logistics. Council members requested numerous informal reports on topics including child care provider academic performance, code compliance, squatters, short-term rentals, smoke shop regulations, bar fights, noise buffers, semitruck parking, and drone delivery paths. The meeting adjourned at 2:13 p.m.

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is holding a special work session to review planning for the fiscal year 2025 budget. Staff will present a preview of the Police Department's priority-based budgeting methodology, program inventory, and financial targets for the upcoming year. No final votes or funding approvals are scheduled; the meeting serves as an informational briefing before future agenda items.

• FY2025 special called budget work session
• Police Department priority-based budgeting methodology preview
• Police program inventory and FY25 budget goals review
• Chief Transformation Officer overview of future agenda items

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called budget work session on the FY 2025 budget on April 30, 2024. Staff presented on transformation efforts and a police department preview covering priority based budgeting, the police program inventory, and FY25 budget goals. No substantive decisions or votes are recorded; council members requested additional information on tax rate scenarios, the street maintenance fee, homelessness, tax exemptions, and the May 7 work session schedule. The meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m.

• No votes or formal actions recorded; meeting was a budget work session
• Heard staff presentation on FY2025 budget transformation (Christianne Simmons)
• Heard police department preview on priority based budgeting, program inventory, and FY25 goals
• Council Member Hill requested tax rate scenarios and EMS impact information
• Council Member Hill requested options if the street maintenance fee is not pursued
• Council Member Hill requested a big-picture analysis of homelessness efforts
• Council Member Williams requested a presentation on all tax rate exemptions, including over 65
• Council Member Beck requested the May 7 work session schedule

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review numerous consent agenda items, including budget amendments for several Public Improvement Districts. Key items include authorizations for infrastructure upgrades at the Will Rogers Memorial Center and various service contracts. The council will also consider election services for a May 4, 2024, special election regarding the Convention Center project.

• Special Election services agreement for the Fort Worth Convention Center ($364,662.11 maximum)
• Motorola Solutions contract amendment for radio towers and equipment ($3,944,148 increase)
• Thomas Place at Calmont storm drain rehabilitation contract ($2,179,010)
• Will Rogers Memorial Center electrical upgrade ($4,038,507 maximum)
• Crossing guard services agreement (up to $7,318,035 in second renewal)

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large package of spending and borrowing items, including up to $185,000,000 in General Purpose Bonds, up to $20,000,000 in Tax Notes, and up to $195,000,000 in Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds. The council also approved a zoning change allowing taller buildings in the Panther Island district and authorized condemnation for a water main project. Most items passed unanimously, with one lease extension approved 10-0 after Mayor Parker recused.

• Approved up to $185,000,000 in General Purpose Bonds, Series 2024 (11-0)
• Approved up to $20,000,000 in Tax Notes, Series 2024 (11-0)
• Approved up to $195,000,000 in Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (11-0)
• Approved zoning change increasing Panther Island building height to 20 stories (11-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for 0.16 acres for Northside IV water main project (11-0)
• Approved $4,529,115 crossing guard services contract for year one (11-0)
• Approved $2,179,010 storm drain rehabilitation contract (11-0)
• Approved lease extension for temporary Fire Station No. 43 through April 1, 2025 (10-0, Mayor Parker recused)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several departmental updates, including water conservation plans and street lighting projects. Briefings are also scheduled regarding public safety in the West 7th Entertainment District and capital project updates for parks and transportation.

• Five-Year Update to Water Conservation Plan and Drought Contingency/Emergency Water Management Plan
• Briefing on Public Safety in West 7th Entertainment District
• ARPA Funded Streetlight Capital Project Update
• Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Overview
• Park and Recreation Department’s Capital Update

The Fort Worth City Council held a work session on April 16, 2024, which served as an informational meeting rather than a legislative one. Staff presented updates on water conservation, traffic calming, public safety in the West 7th district, and capital projects for parks and transportation. Council members requested further reports on topics such as recycling Old City Hall materials, Knight Waste Services complaints, and HUD compliance, but no ordinances or contracts were approved or denied.

• No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded
• Staff presented updates on water conservation and drought plans
• Staff presented updates on traffic calming and streetlight projects
• Police and Safe Night LLC briefed Council on West 7th public safety
• Council requested future reports on waste services and housing compliance

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This agenda consists of procedural items, including the consideration of minutes from several March and April 2024 meetings. The session also includes a period for public comments.

• Consideration of minutes from March 26, April 2, and April 9, 2024
• Public comments session

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from four previous meetings. Several residents provided public comments on topics including public housing, school consolidation, and alleyway maintenance.

• Approved minutes for March 26, April 2 (Work Session), April 2 (Public Comment), and April 9 meetings (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is meeting for a special budget work session regarding the fiscal year 2025 budget. The session includes discussions on the budget calendar, target budget goals, and a preliminary PayGo matrix. Additionally, the council will receive a department preview of the priority-based budget.

• FY25 Budget Calendar
• Target Budget development
• Preliminary PayGo Matrix
• Priority-Based Budget: Department Preview

The City Council met for a special called budget work session regarding the FY 2025 Budget. The meeting consisted of presentations on the budget calendar, development, and department previews; no formal votes or decisions were recorded.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering several items on the consent agenda, including large payments to appraisal districts and fund distributions. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure funding for road projects and various contract amendments.

• $850,000 settlement for lawsuits Trisa Crutcher v. City of Fort Worth
• $1,100,000 increase in legal fees for Carter Arnett, PLLC regarding the Fitzgerald lawsuit
• $1,567,203 for North Beach Street and Mecham Boulevard intersection improvements
• $1,000,000 for the Long Avenue pedestrian safety project
• $3,804,001 payment for Tarrant and Denton County Appraisal District budgets

Council approved a strategic guide for the development of Panther Island and amended the Comprehensive Plan to include it. The meeting also included several zoning approvals, parkland use authorizations, and significant infrastructure contracts.

• Adopted Panther Island Vision and Strategy (11-0)
• Approved $12.1M contract with Jackson Construction for Trinity Boulevard Phase 2 (10-0)
• Approved $3.96M for a new Bell 505 helicopter and police mission equipment (10-0)
• Authorized $90M financial assistance application for Upper Lebow Channel Flood Mitigation (10-0)
• Approved $850,000 settlement for Trisa Crutcher v. City of Fort Worth (11-0)
• Denied zoning change for 7736 Blue Mound Road to Neighborhood Commercial (9-0)
• Authorized use of parkland in Northwest Community Park and Creekwood Park for utility easements (11-0)
• Approved $1.1M increase for legal counsel in Joel F. Fitzgerald, Sr. v. City of Fort Worth (10-1)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is conducting a worksession to review various departmental updates and presentations. Topics include affordable housing programs, police negotiations, and the 2024 debt financing plan.

• General Obligation Bonds for Affordable Housing
• Priority Repair Program
• Programs and Policies to Reduce Evictions
• Update on Family Homelessness
• Meet and Confer Negotiations with the Fort Worth Police Officers Association

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports and presentations. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is holding a meeting for public comments on April 2, 2024. The agenda includes the consideration of minutes from previous March 2024 sessions and meetings.

• Minutes from March 5, 2024 Work Session
• Minutes from March 5, 2024 Public Comment
• Minutes from March 19, 2024 Council Meeting
• Public Comments

The City Council met for a public comment session and approved the minutes from three previous meetings in March. Several residents provided public comments on various topics, but no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 5, 2024 Work Session minutes (8-0)
• Approved March 5, 2024 Public Comment minutes (8-0)
• Approved March 19, 2024 Council Meeting minutes (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including traffic signal projects, water system upgrades, and social service contracts. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the proposed annexation of the Whitacre Tract in Denton County.

• Traffic signal projects for Western Center Boulevard at Sandshell Boulevard ($100,000) and Wichita Street at Martin Street ($200,000)
• Contract with Reyes Group, Ltd. for the Trentman Street Bridge Project ($6,684,257)
• Grant acceptance for the Weatherization Assistance Program to assist low-to-moderate income residents ($1,500,000)
• Public hearing for the owner-initiated annexation of approximately 18.49 acres known as the Whitacre Tract
• Resolution adopting the Hart InterCivic Verity Voting System for city elections

City Council approved several million dollars in contracts for bridge construction, pavement repair, and water system upgrades. The council also adopted a new voting system for city elections and approved the annexation of 18.49 acres in Denton County.

• Adopted Hart InterCivic Verity Voting System for city elections (11-0)
• Approved $6.68M contract for Trentman Street Bridge Project (11-0)
• Approved $2.74M contract for miscellaneous pavement repair projects (11-0)
• Approved annexation of 18.49 acres known as the Whitacre Tract (11-0)
• Approved 'K' Heavy Industrial zoning for 14600 block of Elizabethtown Cemetery (11-0)
• Approved $150,000 settlement for claims of Tawayne Holloway (11-0)
• Approved $1.2M consulting contract for new Water Customer Information System (11-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for 0.0172 acres for sewer rehabilitation at 3505 5th Avenue (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will review several consent agenda items including water utility agreements, police department funding, and various city contracts. Discussions include flood mitigation through land acquisition and large-scale improvements for the Historic Southside project.

• Historic Southside Improvement Project contract with Woody Contractors, Inc. for $13,679,758.35
• Lebow Channel Flood Mitigation Project land acquisition at 4104 Weber Street for $180,000.00
• Las Vegas Trail Project right-of-way acquisition services funding
• Police officer occupational injury leave extensions totaling $116,204.85 and $42,431.47
• Texas Department of Transportation Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant up to $285,120.00

City Council approved several major infrastructure contracts, including a $13.7M project for the Historic Southside. The council also passed an ordinance prohibiting housing discrimination based on a veteran's lawful source of income and approved multiple zoning changes.

• Approved $13,679,758.35 contract for Historic Southside water, sewer, and street improvements
• Approved ordinance prohibiting housing discrimination based on lawful source of income for veterans (11-0)
• Approved $1,096,847 contract with My Health My Resources for a homelessness reduction pilot program (10-0)
• Approved $10,357,458 contract for water and sanitary sewer replacement (Contract 2021 WSM-C Project)
• Approved zoning change for 5000 South Hampshire Boulevard to Two-Family (11-0)
• Denied zoning for retail smoke shop at 3409 North Tarrant Parkway with prejudice (11-0)
• Authorized $827,744 land acquisition for the Trail Gap Bomber Spur Project (11-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for three parcels for the WJ Boaz Road Widening Improvements Project (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of procedural items including the consideration of minutes from several February 2024 meetings. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Consideration of various February 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on March 5, 2024, with no substantive policy decisions on the agenda. The only vote was to approve minutes from six February 2024 meetings, which passed 9-0 with Council Members Lauersdorf and Hill absent. The rest of the meeting consisted of public comments on topics including a landfill permit, Mosier Valley Park, the medical service budget, and a ceasefire resolution in Gaza. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the February 13, 2024 Council Meeting and Special Called Workshop on Homelessness Issues (9-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 20, 2024 Work Session and Public Comment meetings (9-0)
• Approved minutes of the February 27, 2024 Council Meeting and Special Called City Council Retreat (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review various departmental updates and presentations. Topics include the 2023 Community Survey results, street maintenance funding, and the Panther Island Strategic Vision.

• Presentation on Street Maintenance Funding
• FY2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Presentation on Panther Island Strategic Vision
• Update on Homelessness
• Process for Addressing Junked Vehicles

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports and presentations. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda for approval. These include grant applications for airport infrastructure and animal welfare, along with various municipal service contracts and budget reallocations.

• $11,111,112 FAA grant application for Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport improvements
• $1,612,500 purchase of HVAC equipment for Water, Property Management, and Police departments
• $250,000 contribution to support One Safe Place
• Temporary closure of Oak Grove Road between Everman Parkway and Enon Road
• Amendment to Language Line Services contract to increase annual amount by $50,000

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda and several individual items, including a resolution allowing the future temporary closure of University Drive for the Central City Flood Control Project and a zoning change for a 41.44-acre multifamily development on Chisholm Trail Parkway. The council also authorized condemnation by eminent domain for sewer easements on South Cravens Road and E. Arlington Avenue, and approved a $3.7M engineering agreement for the Eagle Mountain Water Treatment Plant expansion. A resolution on honorary memorial street toppers for fallen first responders was withdrawn at the city manager's request.

• Approved consent agenda including $11.1M FAA grant application for Alliance Airport (10-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5908-02-2024 allowing future closure of University Drive for flood control project (10-0)
• Approved zoning change ZC-24-006 for 41.44 acres at Chisholm Trail Parkway (10-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for sewer easements at 3501 South Cravens Road (10-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for sewer easement at 712 and 716 E. Arlington Avenue (9-0)
• Approved $3.7M engineering agreement for Eagle Mountain Water Treatment Plant expansion (10-0)
• Withdrew resolution on honorary memorial street toppers for fallen first responders
• Approved $1.7M contract for water and sewer infrastructure at Texas A&M Fort Worth campus (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is convening a special called retreat to review city goals and fiscal health. Discussions include priority accomplishments, council vision, and priority-based budgeting.

• Review of Strategic Priorities and Goals
• Discussion of Fiscal Health
• Priority Based Budgeting discussion

The City Council conducted a special retreat featuring presentations on priority accomplishments, fiscal health, and strategic goals. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on identifying key priorities and refining the budget process. Discussions will be formalized and returned to Council for future approval.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This February 20, 2024, City Council worksession features informational presentations and discussions rather than binding votes. Staff will brief council members on a proposed temporary closure of North University Drive during mid-2026 reconstruction, which may affect local traffic patterns, alongside updates on multifamily dog park incentives and the urban forestry master plan. The agenda also includes community reports from Texas Wesleyan University, Fort Worth ISD, and presentations on infant health outcomes and film commission economic impact.

• Proposed temporary closure of North University Drive from Jacksboro Highway (SH199) to Rockwood Park Drive during mid-2026 reconstruction
• Discussion on incentives for dog parks in multifamily developments
• Presentation on the urban forestry master plan
• Report on Senate Bill 2038 regarding extraterritorial jurisdiction release petitions
• Economic impact presentation for the Fort Worth Film Commission

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports and presentations. No substantive legislative decisions or votes were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is scheduled to conduct a public comment session on February 20, 2024. The agenda includes the consideration of minutes from previous meetings and provides time for citizen presentations.

• Minutes from January 30, 2024 Council Meeting
• Minutes from February 6, 2024 Work Session
• Minutes from February 6, 2024 Public Comment
• Public Comments

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on February 20, 2024, with nine members present and two absent. The only recorded vote was approval of minutes from the January 30, 2024 Council Meeting and the February 6, 2024 Work Session and Public Comment meetings, which passed 9-0. The rest of the meeting consisted of public comments from residents on topics including Visit Fort Worth, City services, zoning, the Fort Worth Community Arts Center redevelopment, and a ceasefire resolution in Palestine. No other decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 6:59 p.m. in honor of Bobbie Wygant.

• Approved minutes of the January 30, 2024 Council Meeting, February 6, 2024 Work Session, and February 6, 2024 Public Comment meeting (9-0, Crain and Lauersdorf absent)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review various consent agenda items including road repairs, water main expansions, and equipment contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the Fort Worth Electrical Code and a special election order for the Fort Worth Convention Center project.

• Unit price contract with C. Greenscaping, LP up to $550,000.00 for brick pavement rehabilitation
• Appropriation of $4,000,000.00 for Wagley Robertson Project transportation impact fees
• Agreement with KONE INC. up to $2,113,204.00 for Will Rogers Memorial Center escalator replacement
• Acquisition of 0.394 acres at 7301 Bowman Roberts Road for $148,894.00
• Ordinance ordering a special election on May 4, 2024, regarding the Fort Worth Convention Center

The Fort Worth City Council approved a long list of routine contracts, zoning changes, and appointments, all by 11-0 votes. The most consequential action was adopting an ordinance ordering a May 4, 2024 special election on approving and implementing Resolution No. 5866-01-2024, which authorizes the Fort Worth Convention Center as a venue project and designates its financing method. The council also approved a $2 million increase in the city's Home Repair Program contract authority, adopted the 2023 National Electrical Code effective March 1, 2024, and approved seven resolutions of support for 2024 competitive housing tax credit applications. Two items were withdrawn from the agenda: M&C 24-0017 (zoning ordinance amendments consultant agreement) and M&C 24-0121 (North Main Street pedestrian facilities agreement).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 26720-02-2024 ordering a May 4, 2024 special election on the Fort Worth Convention Center venue project (11-0)
• Approved $2,000,000 increase in Home Repair Program contract authority (11-0)
• Adopted 2023 National Electrical Code with amendments, effective March 1, 2024 (11-0)
• Approved seven resolutions of support for 2024 competitive 9% housing tax credit applications (11-0)
• Approved $2,113,204 contract with KONE INC. for Will Rogers Memorial Center escalator replacement (11-0)
• Approved $1,280,205 contract with William J. Schultz, Inc. for Camp Bowie Hul-Mont water and sewer replacement (11-0)
• Denied with prejudice zoning change at 12650 Willow Springs Road from Light Industrial to Planned Development (11-0)
• Continued zoning cases ZC-23-173 to March 19, 2024 and ZC-23-185 to April 9, 2024 (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is conducting a special workshop to discuss homelessness issues. The session includes presentations on short-term strategies and long-term solutions from city departments and community partners.

• Presentation of short-term strategies by the Police Department
• Discussion of long-term solutions involving Neighborhood Services and Tarrant County Homeless Coalition
• Perspectives from community partners including Fort Worth Housing Solutions and the Chamber of Commerce

The City Council held a special work session to discuss homelessness strategies, featuring presentations from city staff, the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition, and community partners. No ordinances were passed, no budgets were approved, and no formal votes were taken. Council members requested various studies, data, and potential future ordinances, and agreed to schedule a follow-up meeting.

• Work session on homelessness held; no formal actions taken
• Council requested heat maps of homeless camps
• Council requested data on 2020 Census homeless counts
• Council requested info on future affordable housing budgeting
• Council requested staff prepare an ordinance on preventing veteran evictions
• Council requested info on CDBG funding models
• Council requested policy recommendations for affordable housing
• Follow-up meeting scheduled to discuss next steps

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review various city operations and reports. Discussions include the actuarial impact on the employee retirement fund, 2024 housing tax credit applications, and an economic impact presentation for AllianceTexas.

• Fort Worth Employee Retirement Fund actuarial impact
• AllianceTexas Economic Impact presentation
• 2024 Housing Tax Credit Applications briefing
• City benefits including mental health for employees
• Vision Zero update

The City Council conducted a work session featuring presentations on economic impact, employee benefits, and payroll improvements. No substantive votes or legislative decisions were recorded during the meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the consideration of minutes from several January 2024 sessions. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Consideration of minutes from January 9 and January 23, 2024 meetings
• Public comment session

The City Council met for a public comment session where the only substantive action taken was the approval of four sets of minutes from January 2024. Several residents provided public comments on topics including short-term rentals, zoning, and a ceasefire resolution.

• Approved January 9, 2024 Work Session minutes (9-0)
• Approved January 9, 2024 Special Called Meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved January 9, 2024 Public Comment minutes (9-0)
• Approved January 23, 2024 Council Meeting minutes (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will consider rezoning two Southeast and Eastside properties, approve several infrastructure contracts, and hold a public hearing to amend the crime control budget by $5,799,390 from available fund balance. The council will also vote on dedicating parkland near Botanic Garden Park and Trinity Park for University Drive pedestrian and traffic signal upgrades. These actions determine local road safety improvements, adjust police department staffing levels, and guide neighborhood development.

• Rezoning proposals for properties at 4550 Village Creek Road/4519 Moorview Avenue and 1405-1409 Weiler Boulevard
• Public hearing to increase the FY2024 Crime Control and Prevention District budget by $5,799,390 from available fund balance
• Dedication of approximately 3.293 acres at Botanic Garden Park and 1.808 acres at Trinity Park for University Drive pedestrian and traffic signal improvements
• Contract award of $3,227,789 to Peachtree Construction Ltd. for the 2024 Asphalt Resurfacing Contract 3 Project
• Ordinance increasing authorized Fort Worth Police Department civil service positions by seven effective January 23, 2024

City Council approved budget increases for crime control initiatives and authorized several infrastructure and engineering contracts. The council also initiated two rezoning processes and approved the use of parkland for traffic improvements on University Drive.

• Increased FY 2024 Crime Control and Prevention District budget by $5,799,390 (11-0)
• Approved $3,227,789 asphalt resurfacing contract with Peachtree Construction Ltd. (11-0)
• Authorized $1,142,215 engineering agreement with Teague Nall & Perkins, Inc. (11-0)
• Approved use of 5.1 acres of parkland at Botanic Garden and Trinity Park for University Drive improvements (11-0)
• Initiated rezoning for properties at 4550 Village Creek Road and 4519 Moorview Avenue (11-0)
• Initiated rezoning for properties at 1405 and 1409 Weiler Boulevard (11-0)
• Approved increasing authorized Police Department civil service positions by seven (11-0)
• Accepted up to $1,200,000 in Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program funds (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including budget adjustments for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. The meeting includes proposals for new service contracts, road closures, and grant acceptances.

• Increase annual spending for public safety and firehouse supplies by $1,900,000
• Authorize a $3,399,239 purchase of natural gas generators for the Bob Bolen Safety Complex
• Approve a $250,000 forgivable loan to the YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth for pool improvements
• Contract with Toole Design Group, LLC for $524,338 for a Traffic Safety Action Plan
• Authorize temporary road closures on Greenleaf Street, Haltom Road, and Old Weatherford Road

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda and a series of zoning and land-use items, including the owner-initiated annexation of about 573.897 acres known as Terra Vella - GRBK and a companion rezoning from unzoned to one-family and heavy industrial. The council also authorized several eminent domain condemnations for road and sewer projects, approved multiple construction and engineering contracts, and adopted resolutions on budget, housing, and water projects. Most items passed unanimously; one resolution ratifying a lawsuit against the Texas Attorney General passed 9-1, with Council Member Nettles dissenting.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (10-0, Williams absent)
• Approved annexation of ~573.897 acres (Terra Vella - GRBK) and companion rezoning ZC-23-127 (11-0)
• Approved resolution ratifying lawsuit City of Fort Worth v. Ken Paxton (9-1, Nettles dissenting, Williams absent)
• Approved $5,996,729 contract for Viola Storm Drain Project (11-0)
• Approved $6,447,029.99 contract for CentrePort Trail Phase I, total $7,596,500 (11-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for Avondale Haslet Road, Las Vegas Trail, WJ Boaz Road, and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 107 (all 11-0)
• Continued M&C 24-0017 (zoning ordinance amendments for missing middle housing) to Feb 13, 2024
• Withdrew M&Cs 24-0057, 24-0058, and 24-0090 from the agenda

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss the 2026 Bond Program planning and a process to move council elections to November. Presentations include updates on the Eastside Transportation Plan and strategies for addressing fentanyl abuse. Staff will also present proposed zoning changes in Council District 11.

• 2026 Bond Program Planning Overview
• Proposed zoning changes at 1405 and 1409 Weiler Boulevard
• Proposed zoning changes at 4550 Village Creek Road and 4519 Moorview Avenue
• Process to move Council elections to November
• Neighborhood Empowerment Zone incentive amendments regarding affordable housing

The City Council conducted a work session featuring staff reports on infrastructure, zoning, and public safety. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This agenda consists of procedural items including the consideration of minutes from various 2023 meetings. The session also includes a period for public comments to the City Council.

• Consideration of minutes from October and November 2023
• Consideration of minutes from December 2023
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council met on January 9, 2024 for a public comment meeting. The only recorded decision was approval of minutes from five earlier meetings (October 17, November 28, December 5 work session and public comment, and December 12, 2023), passing 11-0. The rest of the meeting was public comment: residents spoke on East Lancaster transportation plans, a Red Ball II, Fort Worth support for Israel, calls for a Gaza ceasefire resolution, parks, streets and trees, and accountability for Atatiana Jefferson. No other votes or actions are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved minutes of the October 17, 2023 Council meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 28, 2023 Council meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 5, 2023 Work Session (11-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 5, 2023 Public Comment meeting (11-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 12, 2023 Council meeting (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to authorize the Fort Worth Convention Center as a venue project. The action includes designating a method of financing, subject to voter approval at an upcoming election.

• Resolution authorizing Fort Worth Convention Center as a Venue Project
• Public hearing regarding project financing and voter approval

The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing the Fort Worth Convention Center as a venue project, subject to voter approval at a called election.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5866-01-2024 authorizing the convention center venue project and financing method subject to voter approval (11-0)