Fort Worth public meetings in 2021

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing various items on the consent agenda, including large-scale insurance policies and utility agreements. The meeting includes consideration of street light projects and road intersection improvements. Additionally, the council will review several professional services and maintenance contracts for city departments.

• Property insurance purchase not to exceed $6,650,000.00
• East Rosedale Street Lights Project appropriation of $100,000.00
• South Hulen Street and Trail Lake Drive intersection improvements payment of $140,032.00
• Early termination of office lease at 100 Energy Way for a payment of $735,982.50
• Roof repair and replacement services agreements up to $8,500,000.00 annually

The Fort Worth City Council approved a large consent agenda covering contracts, purchases, and land items, and took action on several zoning cases. The council also approved resolutions including a raise for the city manager, appointed interim city attorney and auditor, and designated the Las Vegas Trail neighborhood for a capital improvement program. Several items were continued to the January 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (8-0, Moon absent)
• Approved city manager raise (9-0)
• Appointed Laetitia Coleman Brown as Interim City Attorney (9-0)
• Appointed John Riggs as Interim City Auditor (9-0)
• Designated Las Vegas Trail as Neighborhood Improvement Program target area (9-0)
• Denied zoning docket ZC-21-102 to remove gambling facility as allowed use (9-0)
• Approved zoning docket ZC-21-113 for MCD Partners (9-0)
• Approved zoning docket ZC-21-130 for Summer Creek Station LLC as amended (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review various reports and updates during this worksession. Topics include the proposed 2022 Bond Program, ARPA allocation plans, and gunshot detection technology. The session also covers zoning cases and the Open Space Conservation Program.

• Proposed 2022 Bond Program
• Proposed HOME-ARPA Allocation Plan
• Gunshot Detection Technology update
• Overview of Significant Zoning Cases
• Open Space Conservation Program updates

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received informational reports on topics including the 2022 bond program, short-term rentals, gunshot detection technology, and the Neighborhood Improvement Program. Council members requested future agenda items, including a review of short-term rental policies and a briefing on homeless services.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at worksession
• Requested review of short-term rental policies and registration plan
• Requested list of homeless service agencies and meeting
• Requested discussion on Neighborhood Improvement Program expansion
• Requested briefing on Priority Repair and Community Action Programs
• Requested discussion on bond funds for west/north side arterial projects

CITY COUNCIL

This is a public comment meeting focused on procedural matters. The Council will consider the approval of minutes from several November 2021 meetings and allow for public comments.

• Consideration of minutes from November 9, 16, and 30, 2021 meetings

The Fort Worth City Council met on December 7, 2021, with Mayor Pro tem Bivens presiding. The only formal action was approving the minutes from the November 9, 2021 Council Meeting, the November 16, 2021 Work Session and Public Comment Meeting, and the November 30, 2021 Council Meeting, passed 9-0. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics, including the Forest Park Pool, infrastructure in North and Northwest Fort Worth, fireworks, and police relations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of Nov 9, Nov 16, and Nov 30 meetings (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items, including the allocation of federal funds for public health and infrastructure. The agenda includes decisions on contract amendments, utility relocations, and street closures for construction.

• Allocation of $8,000,000 in ARPA funds for vaccinations, testing, and emergency response
• Waiver of $183,632.52 in fees for Cook Children’s Parking Garage construction
• $20,500,000 TIF development agreement for infrastructure along Trinity Boulevard
• $574,353 in grant funds for single-family houses in the Polytechnic neighborhood
• $100,000 donation for traffic safety countermeasures in local neighborhoods

The City Council approved allocating $52,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding to reinstate the suspended Fort Worth Convention Center renovation project, including realigning Commerce Street, and authorized a $2,313,927 professional services agreement with Broaddus & Associates for project management. The council also approved a $5,460,279 contract with BOKA Powell for design and construction administration services for relocating City Hall to 100 Energy Way, and allocated $6,400,000 in ARPA funds (reduced from $15,000,000) plus $8,500,000 in cable funds for future City Hall and Council Chamber improvements. A five-year tax abatement agreement with RSI North America, Inc. for a $55 million manufacturing facility at 1501 Joel East Road was approved, along with a resolution directing staff to prepare documents for issuing up to $25,000,000 in revenue bonds to purchase two parking garages associated with the Crescent Hotel project.

• Approved $52,000,000 in ARPA funds to reinstate the Fort Worth Convention Center renovation project and authorized a $2,313,927 contract with Broaddus & Associates for project management.
• Approved a $5,460,279 professional services agreement with BOKA Powell for design and construction administration services for the City Hall relocation to 100 Energy Way.
• Approved allocating $6,400,000 in ARPA funds (revised from $15,000,000) and $8,500,000 in cable funds for future City Hall and Council Chamber improvements.
• Approved a five-year tax abatement agreement with RSI North America, Inc. for a 391,000 square foot manufacturing facility at 1501 Joel East Road.
• Adopted Resolution No. 5507-11-2021 directing staff to prepare documents for issuing up to $25,000,000 in revenue bonds to purchase two parking garages for the Crescent Hotel project.
• Approved the consent agenda, including $8,000,000 in ARPA funds for vaccinations and testing, and a $100,000 donation from North Texas Healthy Communities for traffic safety countermeasures.
• Approved a $2,191,356.40 contract with Cole Construction for the North Z. Boaz Park capital improvements project.
• Approved a $1,832,140 contract with Groves Electrical Service for athletic field lighting at Harmon Field Park and Rolling Hills Park.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on November 16, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. Presentations covered Hispanic Heritage events, winter storm after-action, future City Hall, police communications, and mental health crisis response. The council also received informal reports on sales tax, historic resources, and other topics, and requested future agenda items.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Heard presentation on Hispanic Heritage events and tourism impact
• Heard presentation on winter storm after-action review
• Heard update on future City Hall project
• Heard police communications update
• Heard presentation on first responder mental health crisis procedures
• Council members requested future agenda items on historic preservation waivers, homeless organizations, infrastructure jobs act, winterization, and transportation

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council met on November 16, 2021, and approved the minutes from the October 19 and November 2 meetings by a 9-0 vote. The meeting was primarily procedural, with no substantive policy decisions made. Council members heard public comments on various topics, including homelessness, homestead exemptions, and police-community relations.

• Approved minutes of Oct 19 Work Session and Regular Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Nov 2 Work Session, Special Called Meeting, and Public Comment Meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including the 2022 Public Art Annual Work Plan. The meeting also addresses legal settlements and various infrastructure and utility contracts.

• $13,668,220.35 for noise mitigation at Fort Worth Alliance Airport
• $1,655,000.00 for the Public Art – Streets Mobility Program
• $923,571.65 for the 2021 Como Area Resurfacing Project
• $555,500.00 for a sewer easement acquisition on East Rosedale Street
• $170,354.39 settlement for the Joseph Humphrey claim

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $22,010,616.02 construction contract with S.J. Louis Construction for the Trinity Boulevard Phase 1 street reconstruction, rejecting the bid of Texas Sterling Construction. The council also approved a $478.8 million, 12-year extension of the residential waste collection contract with Waste Management. Numerous zoning cases were decided, including approvals for annexations, rezoning, and site plans, with several carwash-related conditional use permits denied.

• Approved $22,010,616.02 Trinity Blvd reconstruction contract with S.J. Louis Construction (9-0)
• Approved $478.8M Waste Management residential waste collection contract extension to 2033 (9-0)
• Approved $3.1M acquisition of 29.511 acres for Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge expansion (9-0)
• Approved 65.305-acre Fenner Property annexation and rezoning to Heavy Industrial (9-0)
• Approved 116.77-acre Shipman Tract annexation and rezoning to A-5 One-Family (9-0)
• Denied carwash CUP at 2624 E Berry St (ZC-21-070) without prejudice (9-0)
• Denied carwash CUP at 12700 Timberland Blvd (ZC-21-093) without prejudice (9-0)
• Approved $923,571.65 Como Area Resurfacing contract with Texas Materials Group (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss the professional services selection process for the Fort Worth Convention Center Expansion Project. The session also includes briefings on proposed 2022 housing tax credit policies and significant zoning cases. Updates regarding fire department staffing and community center youth membership fees are also scheduled.

• Resumption of Fort Worth Convention Center Expansion Project selection process
• Briefing on Proposed 2022 Housing Tax Credit Policy
• Fire Department Staffing Study update
• Overview of significant zoning cases
• Open Space Conservation Program policy recommendations

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on November 2, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented overviews of significant zoning cases with recommendations (e.g., ZC-21-070 and ZC-21-093 recommended for approval; ZC-21-116 and ZC-21-159 recommended for denial with prejudice), but no action was taken. Several presentations were rescheduled to the November 16 worksession, and council members requested future agenda items, including a public-facing zoning guide and updates on gunshot detection and HOA/NA creation.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at worksession
• Rescheduled Winter After Actions presentation to Nov 16 worksession
• Rescheduled Open Space Conservation Program update to Nov 16 worksession
• Requested staff provide public-facing guide for zoning designations
• Requested update on block camera gunshot locator/triangulator system
• Requested information on creation of HOAs/NAs
• Requested Fire Department process to notify council members of emergency events

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider a resolution to cast the city's allotted votes for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors. This special called meeting also includes standard procedures such as calling the meeting to order and adjournment.

• Resolution 21-1777: Casting the City of Fort Worth’s allotted votes for the Board of Directors of the Tarrant Appraisal District

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called session and adopted Resolution No. 5494-11-2021, casting all 600 of the city's allotted votes for Jungus Jordan for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors. The motion passed 8-0, with Council Member Cary Moon absent. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5494-11-2021 casting all 600 city votes for Jungus Jordan for Tarrant Appraisal District Board (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The November 2, 2021, Fort Worth City Council meeting consists of procedural items and a session for public comments. No substantive legislative actions or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• No substantive action items are listed.

The Fort Worth City Council met on November 2, 2021, but took no substantive actions. The meeting included public comments from four individuals on various topics, and was adjourned after about five minutes. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a special called meeting to draw a proposed ten-district map. The session includes briefings on procedures and presentations of maps prepared by council members. A facilitated map-drawing exercise is also scheduled.

• Briefing on map-drawing procedures
• Presentation of maps prepared by Councilmembers Cary Moon, Jared Williams, and Chris Nettles
• Facilitated map-drawing exercise

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council meeting includes several funding requests, notably an aggregate $10.1 million allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for childcare expansion and housing infrastructure. The agenda also features resolutions regarding redistricting procedures and various municipal contracts.

• $5,632,393.08 construction contract for Taxiway Papa Extension at Fort Worth Alliance Airport
• $4,245,533.42 in ARPA funds for the Evans and Rosedale Redevelopment and Affordable Housing Project
• $10,100,000 aggregate allocation of ARPA funds for childcare expansion and infrastructure in Stop Six
• $2,250,000 appropriation for remodeling the Southwest Municipal Building
• Resolution to reactivate the Redistricting Task Force to evaluate proposed district maps

The Fort Worth City Council approved a consent agenda and several resolutions, including allocating $10.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to Child Care Associates, Fort Worth Housing Solutions, and Trinity Habitat for Humanity for early childhood centers, underground power lines, and single-family lots. The council also approved $4.25 million for the Evans and Rosedale redevelopment and affordable housing project, and a $29.07 million emergency rental assistance grant. All votes were 8-0 with Council Member Moon absent.

• Approved $10.1M ARPA allocation for child care, housing, and infrastructure (8-0)
• Approved $4.25M ARPA funds for Evans & Rosedale redevelopment and affordable housing (8-0)
• Approved $29.07M emergency rental assistance grant acceptance (8-0)
• Approved $5.63M construction contract for Taxiway Papa Phase II at Alliance Airport (8-0)
• Approved $3.94M water transmission main contract (8-0)
• Approved $1M ARPA for administration expenditures (8-0)
• Approved $300K Texas Veterans Commission grant for veteran assistance (8-0)
• Approved $2.25M for Southwest Municipal Building remodel (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is reviewing several reports including updates on homelessness initiatives and catalytic converter thefts. Presentations will also cover proposed tax abatement agreements for manufacturing and mixed-use developments.

• Five-year tax abatement agreement with RAIMG, LLC at 3113 Wayside Avenue
• Proposed tax abatement agreement with RSI North America at 1501 Joel East Road
• Proposed zoning changes in the Evans & Rosedale Urban Village
• Text amendment to revise Near Southside Design Standards
• Contract recommendation for residential waste collection services

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing updates to the floodplain management plan and speed limits on IH-30. The agenda also includes reallocating over $1.1 million for crime control and prevention programs. Additionally, several zoning requests and community service contracts are up for consideration.

• Ordinance to change speed limits and roadway designations on IH-30 East and West Freeways
• Reallocation of $1,199,869.12 in the Crime Control and Prevention District Fund
• Zoning request for hotel use at PD 163 (recommended for denial)
• $170,000 in grant funds for Meals on Wheels and youth services
• Purchase of dump truck bed bodies up to $432,997.50

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $6 million American Rescue Plan Act tourism grant for Visit Fort Worth, denied a hotel site plan at 8337 West Freeway, and approved multiple zoning changes including a high-density rezoning for XTO Energy. Several zoning items were continued to the November 9 meeting. The consent agenda, including contracts and appropriations, was approved 8-0.

• Approved $6M ARPA tourism grant for Visit Fort Worth (8-0)
• Denied hotel site plan SP-21-020 at 8337 West Freeway (9-0)
• Approved rezoning ZC-21-089 for XTO Energy to high-density (9-0)
• Approved rezoning ZC-21-107 for 171.55 acres to one-family (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda with contracts and appropriations (8-0)
• Approved $2.1M crossing guard services contract (8-0)
• Approved floodplain management plan update (consent)
• Approved board appointments for Districts 3 and 7 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes discussions on various city reports, including proposed ARPA fund allocations for housing and childcare. Members will also review continued items regarding crossing guard services and several zoning requests. Additionally, the council will receive briefings on redistricting options and fireworks response strategies.

• Crossing guard services agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. up to $2,107,209.00
• Zoning amendment for hotel use at 8337 West Freeway
• Conditional use permit for an automatic carwash at 2624 East Berry Street
• Rezoning of 1513 Belzise Terrace from A-5 to B
• Proposed allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds to affordable housing and childcare projects

The City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They reviewed agenda changes, including an appointment for District 7 and a resolution amendment replacing Tracy Scott with Dr. Sharla Horton-Williams. They discussed informal reports on topics like a defense grant, future City Hall, charter school traffic, and ARPA funds for housing and childcare. They also reviewed zoning cases, redistricting options, and fireworks response strategies, and continued several items to future meetings.

• Continued ZC-21-140 to the November 9, 2021 Council meeting.
• Moved forward M&C 21-0600 for crossing guard services (up to $2,107,209 annually).
• Moved forward SP-21-020 (hotel use at 8337 West Freeway).
• Moved forward ZC-21-070 (carwash CUP at 2624 East Berry Street).
• Moved forward ZC-21-105 (zoning change at 1513 Belzise Terrace).
• Moved forward ZC-21-107 (zoning change at 12985 NW Highway 287).
• Noted agenda amendment: replace Tracy Scott with Dr. Sharla Horton-Williams in resolution 21-1759.
• Noted District 7 will have an additional board/commission appointment.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including ordinances to increase authorized positions for police detectives and firefighters. The meeting also includes consideration of various infrastructure contracts and grant acceptances.

• Increase Police Department Corporal/Detective positions by four and adopt new salaries
• Purchase of eleven fire trucks for up to $11,415,342.17
• Acceptance of Homeland Security Grants totaling up to $3,559,766.00
• Contract for street paving and sewer replacements in the amount of $7,192,666.51
• Purchase of IT hardware and software from Dell Marketing, L.P. up to $4,800,000.00

The Fort Worth City Council approved a consent agenda including an $11.4 million purchase of eleven fire trucks, a $740,326 software contract for public safety payroll, and multiple infrastructure and equipment contracts. It also approved FY2021 year-end budget adjustments and a fire department staffing increase of ten firefighters. A public hearing on an alley vacation was continued to November 9, 2021.

• Approved purchase of 11 fire trucks for $11,415,342.17 (9-0)
• Approved FY2021 year-end budget adjustments (9-0)
• Approved fire department staffing increase of 10 firefighters (9-0)
• Approved $740,326.40 UKG software purchase for public safety payroll (9-0)
• Approved $1.79M contract with Arts Council of Fort Worth (8-1)
• Approved $7.19M street paving and sewer contract (9-0)
• Continued alley vacation appeal to Nov. 9, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved resolution nominating Tarrant Appraisal District board candidates (8-1)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council will hold a worksession to discuss fiscal year 2021 year-end budget adjustments and resource reallocation. The agenda also includes updates on police communications and strategies for managing neighborhood fireworks issues.

• Fiscal Year 2021 year-end budget adjustments to reallocate resources and offset projected shortfalls
• Proposed ARPA funding for an Accelerator Services Program
• Proposed contract with CDFI Friendly America, LLC
• Update on the Mary’s Creek Water Reclamation Facility Discharge Permit
• Strategies for responding to neighborhood fireworks issues

This was a worksession, not a voting meeting; no formal decisions were made. The City Manager announced agenda changes, including withdrawal of M&C 21-0771 and replacement of M&C 21-0645 with M&C 21-0772. Council members noted positions on future items, and several reports were scheduled for later meetings.

• M&C 21-0771 withdrawn from Consent Agenda at Council Member Nettles' request
• M&C 21-0645 removed from agenda, replaced by M&C 21-0772
• Tay Day Proclamation moved to October 12, 2021 Council meeting
• Fireworks response strategies presentation moved to October 12, 2021 worksession
• Council Member Flores to continue M&C 21-0741 for 30 or 60 days
• Council Member Williams stated he would not support resolution 21-1725

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider the FY 2022 operating budget and the annual ad valorem tax levy. The agenda also includes various grants, utility rate adjustments, and infrastructure contracts.

• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of the annual ad valorem tax levy for the city
• Contract with DN Tanks, LLC for $932,060.00 for Eagle Mountain Water Treatment Plant rehabilitation
• Appropriation of $11,500,000.00 to the Water Impact Fee Fund and $5,000,000.00 to the Sewer Impact Fee Fund
• Professional services contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for $520,000.00 for a transportation study

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022 budget ordinance, increasing authorized positions from 7,539 to 7,549, and approved a property tax rate of $0.7325 per $100 valuation, a 0.91% effective increase. The council also approved the consent agenda, including numerous contracts, grants, and appropriations, and continued a tax abatement agreement for 2740 Lipscomb Street to the November 9 meeting.

• Adopted FY 2022 budget ordinance (No. 25073-09-2021) with increased authorized positions to 7,549.
• Adopted property tax rate of $0.7325 per $100, a 0.91% effective increase (Ordinance No. 25074-09-2021).
• Approved consent agenda including Atmos Energy rate settlement, water/sewer impact fee appropriations, and various contracts and grants.
• Approved 11 public improvement district budgets, assessments, and management agreements for FY 2021-2022.
• Approved distribution of $3,812,143.66 from the City's Permanent Fund for designated projects.
• Adopted ordinance revising water and wastewater impact fee schedules (Ordinance No. 25101-09-2021).
• Continued tax abatement agreement with STLMP, LLC to November 9, 2021.
• Approved board appointments for District 5, including new and reappointed members.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a worksession to review various city reports and updates. Discussions include COVID-19 vaccination strategies, the Forest Park Pool Replacement Project, and potential uses for ARPA funding. The agenda also includes presentations on budget response and zoning ordinance amendments.

• Forest Park Pool Replacement Project
• COVID-19 Vaccination Reward Program
• ARPA-Funded Tourism Development Grant for Visit Fort Worth
• Proposed text amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
• 2020 Review Year Results for Incentive Agreements

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. City Manager David Cooke announced that M&C 21-0711 (tax abatement) was continued to the November 9, 2021, Council meeting. The council received informal reports on topics including incentive agreements, vaccination rates, and a pool replacement project. Council members requested future agenda items on T-Drive training and a responsible banking ordinance.

• Continued tax abatement item M&C 21-0711 to Nov. 9, 2021
• Heard informal reports on 13 items (no action taken)
• Requested future agenda item: T-Drive training for Council Members and District Directors
• Requested future agenda item: Local Responsible Banking Ordinance

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including airport rescue grants and infrastructure contracts. The meeting also addresses water rate revisions and utility relocation along Trinity Boulevard.

• $8,098,069.50 contract for street paving, stormwater, and sewer replacements
• Airport Rescue Grants totaling approximately $1.6 million for Alliance, Meacham, and Spinks airports
• $444,053.84 contract for bridge rehabilitation at various locations
• $520,000 agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery for utility relocation along Trinity Boulevard
• Temporary closure of Churchill Road from White Settlement Road to Rockwood Road

The Fort Worth City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and 2021 tax rate, along with several zoning changes, including a rezoning for a multifamily development and a denial of a proposed industrial use. The council also approved a $6.75 million land acquisition for a new park and various contracts and agreements.

• Approved FY2021-2022 budget and 2021 tax rate (9-0)
• Approved rezoning for multifamily at 3601 Shelby Road (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied rezoning for industrial use at 3001 & 3045 S Riverside Drive (9-0)
• Approved $6.75M acquisition for Rock Creek Ranch Park (8-0)
• Approved $8.1M street paving contract with McClendon Construction (9-0)
• Approved wholesale water and wastewater rate changes (9-0)
• Approved expansion of Tourism PID to include one hotel (9-0)
• Approved $5.9M School Resource Officer program agreements (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council will review several reports, including updates on redistricting and police oversight. The session includes briefings on the FY2022 DFW International Airport budget and neighborhood traffic calming. Additionally, the council will continue discussions on specific zoning cases.

• Rezoning 3001 & 3045 S Riverside Drive to include mini-warehouses (ZC-21-075)
• Briefing on the FY2022 DFW International Airport operating and revenue budget
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 project funding process
• Discussion regarding redistricting procedures
• Presentation on neighborhood traffic calming

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. The city manager announced agenda changes: M&C 21-0645 continued to Sept. 21, M&C 21-0654 withdrawn, and M&C 21-0633 continued to Oct. 19. Council members indicated positions on several zoning cases, including denials and continuances, and received briefings on the FY2022 airport budget, COVID-19 updates, and other items. No final decisions were made.

• M&C 21-0645 continued to Sept. 21, 2021
• M&C 21-0654 withdrawn from consideration
• M&C 21-0633 continued to Oct. 19, 2021
• ZC-21-075 to be denied with prejudice (Council Member Nettles)
• ZC-21-082 to move forward (Council Member Nettles)
• ZC-21-096 to move forward (Council Member Nettles)
• ZC-21-107 continued to Oct. 12, 2021 (Council Member Firestone)
• ZC-21-134 to be denied with prejudice (Council Member Williams)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing various consent agenda items, including updated financial policies for fiscal year 2022. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure budgets for public improvement districts and several professional service agreements. The council will also consider designations for enterprise projects and funding for community programs.

• $1,840,000.00 for after-school programs in local school districts
• Designation of Bell Textron's facility as an Enterprise Project
• $856,961.01 budget for Fort Worth Public Improvement District No. 16
• Temporary closure of North Houston Street and surrounding streets from September 1 to September 17, 2021
• $353,067.25 for the Boys & Girls Club Martin Branch Safe Haven Youth Program

The Fort Worth City Council approved a proposed tax rate of $0.7325 per $100 valuation for Fiscal Year 2022, which will increase tax revenue, and scheduled a public hearing on the rate. The council also adopted a resolution amending council rules to allow videoconference attendance at all meetings and to bar public comments on withdrawn agenda items, passing 6-3. Numerous consent agenda items were approved, including contracts, appropriations, and zoning changes, with several zoning cases continued to future meetings.

• Proposed FY2022 tax rate of $0.7325 per $100 valuation approved (9-0)
• Amended council rules to allow videoconference attendance and restrict public comments on withdrawn items (6-3)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.84M after-school program agreements with school districts (9-0)
• Approved $1.54M contract for Comin' Up Gang Intervention Program (9-0)
• Approved $356,724 for Crime Stoppers call center and prevention programs (9-0)
• Approved $345,000 for One Safe Place family justice center (9-0)
• Denied rezoning at 3429 E. 1st St. from commercial to light industrial (9-0)
• Continued zoning cases ZC-21-082 and ZC-21-096 to September 14, 2021 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several reports from the City Manager during this worksession. Topics include proposed zoning changes for Trinity Lakes, the impact of state laws on camping and handgun carry, and police communications data.

• Proposed zoning ordinance text amendments to the Trinity Lakes Development Code
• Impact of Texas House Bill 1925 (camping prohibition) on Fort Worth
• Safety and security at city facilities regarding HB 1927 (unlicensed handgun carry)
• Funding recommendation for the WRMC Auditorium and Coliseum mural project
• Briefing on 2020 Census results

This was a worksession, not a voting meeting; no formal decisions were made. The city manager explained the upcoming tax rate resolution (agenda item 21-1650) and the required adoption process. Council members indicated future actions: Council Member Moon said he would not support zoning docket ZC-21-102 and that it would be moved to another meeting, and Council Member Firestone said he would move to continue item M&C 21-0600 to October 19, 2021. Staff briefed the council on several informal reports, including sales tax, COVID-19 response, floodplain management, and 2020 census results.

• No formal votes or approvals taken during the worksession
• Council Member Moon stated he would not support ZC-21-102; zoning to be moved to another meeting
• Council Member Firestone stated he would move to continue M&C 21-0600 to October 19, 2021
• City manager explained tax rate resolution (21-1650) and required adoption process
• Staff presented informal reports on sales tax, alleyway mowing, COVID-19 response, floodplain plan, police communications, zoning text amendments, camping prohibition, handgun carry, egret migration, and mural program
• Council members requested future agenda items on crossing guard contract, COVID-19 vaccination incentives, redistricting, mental health crisis response, shopping buggy abatement, RFP process, and liquid oxygen shortages

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will consider an economic development agreement with Rivian Automotive, LLC for manufacturing and development facilities. The agenda includes public hearings regarding a new tax abatement zone and the use of Marine Creek Lake Park. Other items involve street improvements and water facility engineering services.

• $3,521,250 interlocal agreement with City of Lake Worth for Comanche Trail roadway mitigation
• $14,000,000 grant application to optimize the North Tarrant Express System
• Rezoning 58.44 acres on Wagley Robertson from Agricultural to One-Family
• $1,336,736 amendment for engineering services at Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility
• Economic development agreement with Rivian Automotive, LLC for manufacturing facilities

The Fort Worth City Council voted 4-5 against a resolution requiring face coverings in city facilities, with Mayor Parker and council members Crain, Moon, and Firestone dissenting. The council approved an economic development agreement with Rivian Automotive for a vehicle manufacturing facility, and approved a tax abatement reinvestment zone for the project. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $3.5 million interlocal agreement with Lake Worth for roadway mitigation.

• Rejected indoor mask mandate resolution (4-5)
• Approved Rivian Automotive economic development agreement (9-0)
• Approved tax abatement reinvestment zone for vehicle manufacturing facility (9-0)
• Approved $3.5M interlocal agreement with Lake Worth for Comanche Trail mitigation (9-0)
• Approved donation of 4.14 acres for Victory Forest Park expansion (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for 58.44 acres on Wagley Robertson Road (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for 12.5 acres on Old Cleburne Crowley Junction Rd (9-0)
• Withdrew cruising prohibition expansion for West 7th District

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes discussions on zoning amendments and a presentation regarding the West 7th Entertainment District cruising ordinance. The agenda also covers updates on police department policies and food provider selection for Will Rogers Memorial Center.

• Ordinance amendment to include West 7th Entertainment District in the 'No Cruising Zone'
• Rezoning of 8601-8637 (odds) Wagley Robertson from Agricultural to One-Family (58.44 acres)
• Rezoning of 10200-10400 blocks of Old Cleburne Crowley Junction Rd from Community Facilities to One-Family (12.5 acres)
• Update on Police Department policies, practices, and training review
• Update on food and beverage provider selection at Will Rogers Memorial Center

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on August 17, 2021, where the cruising ordinance (M&C 21-0441) was withdrawn from consideration, and two zoning cases (ZC-21-055 and ZC-21-072) were confirmed to move forward. No formal votes were taken; the worksession was informational and procedural.

• Withdrew M&C 21-0441 (cruising ordinance amendment) from consideration
• Confirmed ZC-21-055 (rezoning 58.44 acres on Wagley Robertson) will move forward
• Confirmed ZC-21-072 (rezoning 12.5 acres on Old Cleburne Crowley Junction Rd) will move forward
• Moved M&C 21-0582 (donation) up on the agenda

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The City Council will review a $94,935,970 funding application for the Crime Control and Prevention District. The agenda also includes a resolution to establish Juneteenth as a paid city holiday and public hearings regarding land annexation and sewer installation in Trinity Park. Additionally, the council will consider various infrastructure contracts and engineering agreements.

• $94,935,970 funding application for Crime Control and Prevention District
• Establishing Juneteenth as a paid city holiday
• $250,000 for East 4th Street and East 1st Street bike lane construction
• $1,588,264 contract for Lake Como Park and Oakland Lake Park Dam improvements
• Public hearing on the annexation of 3.805 acres near McPherson Boulevard

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $94,935,970 funding application to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board for FY2022, despite public opposition. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for road, flood, and park projects, and adopted a resolution making Juneteenth a paid city holiday.

• Approved FY2022 Crime Control and Prevention District funding application of $94,935,970 (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1.23M police evidence/fire arson renovation contract (9-0)
• Approved $1.59M construction contract for Lake Como Park and Oakland Lake Park dam improvements (9-0)
• Approved $8.2M gas lease distributions for open space projects and Tandy Hills donation (9-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing Juneteenth as paid city holiday (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 for East 4th and 1st Street bike lane construction (9-0)
• Approved $1.001M amendment for Elephant Springs Phase II at Fort Worth Zoo (9-0)
• Approved $380,665 flood risk mapping update with Pape-Dawson Engineers (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the recommended FY 2022 operating budget and a proposed economic development agreement with Rivian Automotive, LLC. The session also includes reports on tax rates and the city's redistricting process.

• Presentation of the Recommended Fiscal Year 2022 Operating Budget
• Proposed Economic Development Program Agreement with Rivian Automotive, LLC
• Submission of 2021 No-New-Revenue and Voter-Approval Tax Rates
• Funding recommendation for murals at WRMC Auditorium and Coliseum
• Update on the city's redistricting process

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They discussed the FY2022 operating budget, a proposed economic development agreement with Rivian Automotive, and several zoning cases. Council Member Firestone stated he would deny ZC-21-038 and continue ZC-21-055 to August 17. Other items were noted as moving forward.

• Removed M&C 21-0544 from Consent Agenda for individual consideration
• Council Member Firestone will deny ZC-21-038 (Camp Bowie temporary construction office)
• Council Member Firestone will continue ZC-21-055 (Wagley Robertson rezoning) to August 17, 2021
• ZC-21-029 (Blue Mound Rd heavy industrial) moving forward
• ZC-21-063 (Forest Hill Everman Rd planned development) moving forward

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The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including grant acceptances for homeless housing and services. The meeting also includes discussions on infrastructure projects, such as stormwater mitigation and water main improvements. Additionally, the council will consider land boundary adjustments with the City of River Oaks.

• Acceptance of grants totaling over $649,000 for homeless housing and services
• $2,000,000 contract for stormwater hazardous road overtopping mitigation
• $80,000 for improvements to Capps Park at 907 West Berry Street
• Boundary agreement with the City of River Oaks to release 5.892 acres of land
• Engineering contract for Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge Boardwalk Phase II

The Fort Worth City Council approved a construction contract for a new Diamond Hill Community Center, along with numerous consent agenda items including grants, contracts, and land acquisitions. Several zoning cases were decided, including approvals, denials, and continuations. All votes were 8-0 with Council Member Moon absent.

• Approved $8,219,906 construction contract for Diamond Hill Community Center (8-0)
• Approved $2M stormwater mitigation contract with The Fain Group (8-0)
• Approved $4.79M Northside II Water Main contract with Mountain Cascade (8-0)
• Approved $3.7M Westside Water Treatment Plant expansion contract (8-0)
• Approved annexation of 45.949-acre Carrell Tract (8-0)
• Approved annexation of 121.53-acre Walsh Ranch Highland Hills (8-0)
• Denied zoning for temporary construction office at 3800 Camp Bowie Blvd (8-0)
• Approved zoning for heavy industrial at 14900-15200 blocks of Blue Mound Rd (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the recommended Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget and discuss water/wastewater impact fee recommendations. The session also includes updates on sales tax, economic development, and several zoning cases.

• Presentation of the recommended Fiscal Year 2022 Capital Budget
• Rezonings for Blue Mound Rd and Wagley Robertson
• Conditional Use Permit for a construction office at 3800 Camp Bowie Boulevard
• Water/Wastewater Impact Fee Update and Recommendations
• Extension of the Professional Services Agreement with Visit Fort Worth

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They reviewed zoning cases, including one to be denied and another withdrawn, and received updates on the FY2022 capital budget, COVID-19 data, and various city operations. Council members also requested future agenda items on topics like street racing and fireworks enforcement.

• Zoning case ZC-21-038 to be denied by Council Member Firestone
• Zoning case ZC-21-055 continued to August 17, 2021
• Zoning case ZC-21-066 motion to be denied with prejudice
• Zoning case ZC-21-074 to be denied as applicant withdrew request
• No changes to City Council agenda

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The worksession includes reports on the FY2022 budget calendar and upcoming firefighter collective bargaining negotiations. The council will also discuss a zoning request for a temporary construction office at 3800 Camp Bowie Boulevard.

• ZC-21-038 MJBW RD LLC, 3800 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Conditional Use Permit)
• FY2022 Budget and Property Tax Setting Calendar
• Collective Bargaining Negotiations with Fort Worth Firefighters Local 440
• Residential Solid Waste Collection Service Delivery/Contract Negotiations
• 2021-2022 Action Plan for Federal Housing and Community Development Grant Funds

This was a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. The council heard staff reports on sales tax, FY2022 budget calendar, bond pricing, summer programs, and other items. A zoning case for 3800 Camp Bowie Boulevard was continued to August 3, 2021. Council members also requested future agenda items on topics like drowning prevention, BYOB clubs, and 911 updates.

• Continued ZC-21-038 (3800 Camp Bowie Blvd) to August 3, 2021
• No other formal actions taken; all items were informational

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The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including infrastructure upgrades and service contracts. These include funding for water treatment plant alert systems, traffic sensor technology, and waste collection services.

• $2,000,000 for replacement of Waves 7/8 Alert Notification System at Holly and Rolling Hills Water Treatment Plants
• Agreement with ELG Waste Removal, K&S Disposal and Rhino Removal for municipal solid waste collection
• Up to $7,864,250 initial term agreement for first responder vehicles from Holiday-Graham CDJR, LLC
• $522,000 reimbursement for traffic sensor and camera systems via North Central Texas Council of Governments
• Adoption of a policy to donate surplus city furniture and office materials to educators

The Fort Worth City Council approved an ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund by $86,872,545.00 for allowable expenses related to the American Rescue Plan Act. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous items, including contracts, appropriations, and land acquisitions, and made several zoning decisions.

• Approved M&C 21-0445, adopting Ordinance No. 24953-06-2021 to increase the Grants Operating Federal Fund by $86,872,545.00 for American Rescue Plan Act expenses.
• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including 52 items covering contracts, appropriations, land acquisitions, and zoning changes.
• Approved M&C 21-0493, adopting the Surplus Furniture and Office Material Donation, Reuse, or Recycling Policy.
• Approved M&C 21-0466, authorizing amendments to agreements with Aqua Metric Sales Company and SL-serco, Inc. for the MyH2O program.
• Approved M&C 21-0428, amending the architectural services agreement with Brinkley Sargent Wiginton Architects for the Northwest Community Center.
• Appointed Council Member Gyna M. Bivens as Mayor Pro tempore.
• Adopted Resolution No. 5428-06-2021, establishing the Las Vegas Trail Public Improvement District with amendments.
• Approved multiple zoning dockets, including ZC-21-035, ZC-21-021, ZC-21-043, ZC-21-044, ZC-21-045, ZC-21-051, ZC-21-053, ZC-21-057, ZC-21-058, ZC-21-060, ZC-21-061, ZC-21-062, ZC-21-064, ZC-21-065, and ZC-21-068.

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The council will canvass the returns from the June 5, 2021, run-off election for Mayor and Districts 6, 7, 8, and 9. The meeting includes administering oaths of office to the Mayor-elect and newly elected council members.

• Canvassing results for Mayor and Districts 6, 7, 8, and 9
• Oath of office for Council Members Elect
• Oath of office for Mayor Elect

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 5406-06-2021, canvassing the official returns from the June 5, 2021 run-off election for mayor and council districts 6, 7, 8, and 9. Mayor Betsy Price presented certificates of election to Mayor Elect Mattie Parker and Council Members Elect Jared Williams, Leonard Firestone, Chris Nettles, and Elizabeth Beck. The oath of office was administered to the new council members and Mayor Parker, who then gave brief remarks. The meeting was procedural, focused on election certification and swearing-in ceremonies, with no other substantive business.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5406-06-2021, canvassing the June 5, 2021 run-off election results
• Certified the election of Mayor Elect Mattie Parker and Council Members Elect Jared Williams, Leonard Firestone, Chris Nettles, and Elizabeth Beck
• Administered the oath of office to the newly elected mayor and four council members
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m. after the swearing-in ceremonies

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including infrastructure projects and fund transfers. This includes transferring $662,801 to fund permanent supportive housing development. The council will also consider various land acquisitions for water and sewer utility projects.

• $3,891,537.75 contract for street paving improvements and sewer main replacements
• $662,801 transfer to fund permanent supportive housing development
• Agreement with the City of Dallas for public safety radio interoperability
• $21,600 grant for law student interns for the Police Oversight Monitor
• Temporary road closures on Shore View Drive, Old Weatherford Road, and St Martin Road

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $2,547,441 infrastructure construction agreement with the Botanical Research Institute of Texas for capital improvement projects at the Fort Worth Botanic Garden. The council also approved a $3.89M street paving and sewer replacement contract, a $660,000 economic development agreement with SmartAction LLC, and accepted up to $8.08M in federal funds for the University Drive project. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved $2,547,441 infrastructure construction agreement with Botanical Research Institute of Texas (9-0)
• Approved $3,891,537.75 street paving and sewer replacement contract with Jackson Construction (9-0)
• Approved $660,000 economic development agreement with SmartAction LLC for corporate headquarters relocation (9-0)
• Accepted up to $8,083,595 in federal funds for University Drive project (9-0)
• Approved $192,060 amendment to management services agreement with Botanical Research Institute of Texas (9-0)
• Approved $150,000 easement acquisition from Blackbeard Resources Royalty for Lake Arlington project (9-0)
• Approved $110,000 engineering agreement for Meadowbrook Golf Course renovation master plan (9-0)
• Approved $200,000 change order for wastewater diversion project (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes discussions on donating proceeds from the Blue Mound Road Complex sale to the Economic Development Fund. The agenda also features updates on COVID-19 recovery, permanent supportive housing, and University Drive improvement projects.

• Donation of net proceeds from Blue Mound Road Complex sale to the Economic Development Fund
• Amendment to Economic Development Agreement with Wesco Aircraft Hardware Corp.
• Update on McLeland Tennis Center
• Update on development of permanent supportive housing
• Update on University Drive Improvement Projects

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on June 8, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. The city manager reported agenda corrections (M&C 21-0368 removed from consent, M&C 21-0365 as approval, M&C 21-0370 in District 7), and staff provided updates on Juneteenth activities, CLIDE awards, donations, economic development agreements, COVID-19 response, Botanic Garden, supportive housing, and University Drive improvements. Council members requested future agenda items, but no substantive actions were taken.

• Removed M&C 21-0368 from consent agenda for a speaker
• Clarified M&C 21-0365 as an approval, not ratification
• Corrected M&C 21-0370 to Council District 7
• Noted acceptance of donation from Fort Worth LDC (informal report)
• Noted amendment to economic development agreement with Wesco Aircraft (informal report)
• Noted updates on MyH2O, ROW clearing, McLeland Tennis Center (informal reports)

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The City Council will consider a large-scale industrial rezoning and several infrastructure contracts. These include airport redevelopment projects and flood mitigation improvements in the Clark Road neighborhood.

• $3,699,645 contract for Stage II of the Midfield Redevelopment Project at Meacham International Airport
• Rezoning 2,155.60 acres to 'K' Heavy Industrial in Tarrant and Parker Counties
• $1,755,697 agreement with Crowley ISD for flood mitigation in the Clark Road neighborhood
• $1,023,300 contract for concrete restoration on McCart Avenue and Hulen Street
• $8,631,556.25 total cost for water and sanitary sewer improvements in the Cultural District

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $19.99 million construction contract for the Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility South Influent Pump-Lift Station, along with related engineering and project costs totaling $21.74 million. The council also approved a zoning change for 2,155.6 acres to heavy industrial use, and authorized an option to purchase parking garages and arenas in the Stockyards. All votes were unanimous (9-0) except for the consent agenda, which passed 8-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $19,993,000 contract with Crescent Constructors for Village Creek pump station (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for 2,155.6 acres to heavy industrial (9-0)
• Authorized option to purchase two parking garages and three arenas in Stockyards (9-0)
• Approved $1.02M concrete restoration contract on McCart and Hulen (consent)
• Approved $3.7M Midfield Redevelopment Stage II at Meacham Airport (consent)
• Approved $1.24M road and parking improvements at Gateway and Rockwood Parks (consent)
• Approved $1.17M appropriation for Quail Valley Public Improvement District (9-0)
• Approved five-year tax abatement for home at 2132 Miller Avenue (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will consider authorizing a five-year tax abatement for a single-family dwelling at 2132 Miller Avenue. The agenda also includes presentations on an economic development agreement with SmartAction, LLC and an update on the Meacham Airport Midfield Development Project.

• Five-year tax abatement for construction at 2132 Miller Avenue costing at least $ 228,000.00
• Presentation on Economic Development Agreement with SmartAction, LLC
• Update on Meacham Airport Midfield Development Project
• Progress report on Human Relations Commission Assessment of Race and Culture Strategies

The City Council held a worksession and moved forward a five-year tax abatement agreement for a single-family dwelling at 2132 Miller Avenue, continued from a previous meeting. No formal votes were taken; the council received reports on sales tax, development activity, bird relocation, noise enforcement, and other items. The meeting was procedural, with no final approvals or denials.

• Moved forward tax abatement agreement for 2,398 sq ft home at 2132 Miller Avenue (continued item)
• Received March 2021 sales tax update report
• Received sales tax overpayment refund report
• Received monthly development activity report
• Received Neighborhoods USA Virtual Conference update
• Received bird relocation program update
• Received loud/excessive noise response and enforcement update
• Requested future agenda items on home occupations, police reform panel, smart water meters, and tree ordinance

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The City Council will certify the results of the May 1, 2021, general election and administer oaths to newly elected members. The agenda also includes consideration of infrastructure contracts, airport grants, and various zoning requests.

• Certification of May 1, 2021, election results and declaration of a June 5 run-off
• Contracts up to $800,000 for pavement marking construction services
• A $1,247,299 contract with TranSystems Corporation for Trinity River Vision projects
• A $1,333,556.39 agreement with Lennar Homes of Texas for water main expansion
• FAA grant applications for Alliance, Meacham, and Spinks airports

The Fort Worth City Council certified the May 1, 2021, general election returns, declaring Carlos Flores, Michael D. Crain, Cary Moon, and Gyna M. Bivens elected to their respective districts and setting a June 5 run-off election. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts, grants, and zoning changes, and appointed Michael Crain to several non-profit boards.

• Canvassed election returns and declared results (8-0)
• Declared run-off election for June 5, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including contracts and grants (9-0)
• Appointed Michael Crain to LVTRise board (9-0)
• Appointed Michael Crain to various non-profit boards (9-0)
• Approved zoning changes for multiple properties (9-0 each)
• Remanded ZC-21-034 back to Zoning Commission (9-0)
• Continued ZC-21-038 to June 8, 2021 meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes updates on COVID-19 testing alternatives and rental assistance programs. Officials will also review the proposed 2022 bond program and economic development agreements for Phase II of the Heritage Fort Worth Stockyards Project. Additionally, the council will receive an overview of DFW Airport debt financing.

• Economic Development Agreements for Phase II of the Heritage Fort Worth Stockyards Project
• Proposed 2022 Bond Program
• DFW Airport FY 2021 Debt Financing Program Overview
• Status of Emergency Rental Assistance Programs
• Traffic information for the 3300-3800 blocks of E. Berry Street

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received reports on COVID-19 testing, rental assistance, and economic development, and reviewed zoning cases, including one remanded to the Zoning Commission and another continued to June 8. Council members also requested future agenda items, such as reviewing the sign ordinance for feather flags.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during worksession
• ZC-21-034 remanded to Zoning Commission for reconsideration
• ZC-21-038 continued to June 8, 2021 Council meeting
• Council Member Shingleton requested review of sign ordinance for feather flags
• Council Member Bivens suggested using 'Molly' for city branding at entry points

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss enforcement of the Street Racing Ordinance and receive an update on the University of Texas at Arlington. The council is also reviewing a continued request for a five-year tax abatement agreement for a single-family dwelling.

• Five-year tax abatement for construction at 4212 Ave J (cost at least $202,370.00)
• Presentation on enforcement of Street Racing Ordinance
• Update on University of Texas at Arlington

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on May 4, 2021, with no changes to the agenda and no informal reports. The only substantive item was a continued discussion on a five-year tax abatement agreement for a single-family dwelling at 4212 Ave J, which was moved forward. No formal votes were taken during the worksession.

• Moved forward tax abatement agreement for 4212 Ave J (continued from previous meeting)

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The City Council is reviewing items including $10 million in disaster assistance funding and COVID-19 performance incentive payments for employees. The agenda also includes various contract approvals for infrastructure projects and community programs.

• $10,000,000 in interim funding for disaster assistance reimbursement
• $1,658,900 contract for Shore View Drive and Bomber Road mitigation construction
• $500,000 for the Texas Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program
• Resolution approving COVID-19 performance incentive payments for general employees
• $1,199,869.12 in community-based program funding for crime prevention

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including grants, contracts, and agreements, all by 9-0 votes. It also approved a five-year tax abatement for a single-family dwelling at 4212 Ave J and adopted a resolution for COVID-19 performance incentive payments for general employees. The meeting was largely routine with no substantive debate.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (9-0)
• Approved M&C 21-0314 for TCEQ air monitoring grant up to $500,000 (9-0)
• Approved tax abatement for Maria Teresa Vargas at 4212 Ave J (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5390-05-2021 for COVID-19 performance incentive payments (9-0)

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The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts for water and sewer improvements. The agenda also includes public hearings on park drainage and the annexation of Fraser Ranch. Additionally, new ordinances regarding street racing spectators are proposed.

• $9,687,177 contract for Sycamore Creek Interceptor Improvements, Phase 3
• $2,312,060 contract for water and sanitary sewer replacements
• Public hearing on the annexation of approximately 242 acres at Fraser Ranch
• Ordinance prohibiting spectators from aiding street racing or reckless driving events
• Temporary road closures for the 2021 Charles Schwab Challenge Golf Tournament

The Fort Worth City Council approved a new ordinance prohibiting spectators and aiding in street racing and reckless driving exhibitions, and adopted a related ordinance defining when a vehicle is considered stored on public streets. The council also approved the owner-initiated annexation of approximately 242.279 acres known as Fraser Ranch, along with a zoning change for the same property. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved ordinance banning spectators and aiding in street racing/reckless driving exhibitions (9-0)
• Approved ordinance defining when a vehicle is considered stored on public streets (9-0)
• Approved annexation of 242.279-acre Fraser Ranch (9-0)
• Approved zoning for Walsh Ranches LP property to A-5, E, and G districts (9-0)
• Approved $9,687,177 contract with Thalle Construction for Sycamore Creek Interceptor Improvements Phase 3
• Approved $2,312,060 contract with Woody Contractors for water and sewer replacements
• Approved $407,022 for easement acquisition for Trinity River Vision sewer relocation
• Approved $500,000 increase for library e-book services with OverDrive

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports regarding COVID-19 incentive payments for general employees and assistance for apartment tenants displaced by the February winter storm. The session also includes updates on expanding access to city facilities and fire department recruiting.

• COVID Incentive Payments for General Employees
• Assistance to Apartment Tenants Displaced by the February Winter Storm
• Economic Development Strategic Plan Refresh
• Updates on expanding access to city facilities including libraries and parks
• 2021 Fire Department Recruiting presentation

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on April 20, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. The meeting included informational reports on COVID-19 incentive payments, assistance for apartment tenants displaced by the February winter storm, an economic development strategic plan refresh, and a monthly development activity report. Council members also requested future agenda items on street racing enforcement and noise complaints.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Heard report on COVID-19 incentive payments for general employees
• Heard report on assistance to apartment tenants displaced by February winter storm
• Heard report on economic development strategic plan refresh
• Heard monthly development activity report and Permit Assist tool demonstration
• Council requested briefing on street racing ordinance enforcement tools
• Council requested update on addressing loud/excessive noise

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The council will review the Redistricting Task Force report and several FAA grant applications for Fort Worth Alliance Airport. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the expansion of Tourism PID No. 18 to include three hotels. Additionally, the agenda includes various zoning requests and water/sewer fund transfers.

• FAA grant applications for Alliance Airport totaling over $11 million
• Public hearing on expanding Tourism PID No. 18 to include three hotels
• Reconsideration of the Redistricting Task Force report and boundary procedures
• Zoning request for a gambling facility permit at 6260 Hulen Bend Boulevard
• $25,202,174 transfer in Water and Sewer Impact Fee Funds

The Fort Worth City Council approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts, grants, and appropriations, and authorized several bond issuances totaling over $400 million for water/sewer, general purpose, and tax notes. The council also approved several zoning changes, denied a conditional use permit for a gambling facility, and rejected a motion to reconsider the redistricting resolution. One item, a tax abatement agreement, was continued to the May 18 meeting.

• Approved $170,745,000 water/sewer revenue refunding and improvement bonds (9-0)
• Approved $166,300,000 general purpose refunding and improvement bonds (9-0)
• Approved $33,870,000 taxable general purpose refunding bonds (9-0)
• Approved $18,500,000 certificates of obligation for Trinity Boulevard project (9-0)
• Approved $17,000,000 tax notes (9-0)
• Denied conditional use permit for gambling facility at 6260 Hulen Bend Blvd (9-0)
• Rejected reconsideration of redistricting resolution 5375-04-2021 (2-7)
• Continued tax abatement agreement for 2132 Miller Ave to May 18 meeting

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will receive updates on street racing and stored vehicle ordinances. The session also includes presentations regarding the 2014, 2018, and 2022 bond programs. Additionally, reports will be provided on economic development and sales tax.

• Street Racing Ordinance update
• Stored Vehicle Ordinance update
• Will Rogers Memorial Center food and beverage provider RFQ/RFP process
• Presentation on the 2022 Bond Program
• Update on 2014 and 2018 Bond Programs

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on April 13, 2021, with no formal votes or decisions. The city manager reported that agenda item M&C 21-0275 was continued to May 18, and staff gave informal reports on economic development, sales tax, street racing, stored vehicles, and the Will Rogers food and beverage RFP. Council members also received updates on zoning cases, bond programs, and a 2022 bond program presentation. No substantive actions were taken.

• Continued M&C 21-0275 to May 18, 2021
• Heard informal reports on economic development, sales tax, street racing, stored vehicles, and Will Rogers food/beverage RFP
• Received updates on 2014 and 2018 bond programs and 2022 bond program presentation
• Council Member Bivens requested future updates on ice storm apartment damage and short-term rentals

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The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including street paving and intersection improvements. The agenda also includes budget amendments for various Public Improvement Districts and a public hearing regarding the Tourism PID expansion. Additionally, the council will consider library relocation and park expansions.

• $3,997,514.00 contract for street paving and sewer main replacements
• $1,338,828.00 agreement for street light installation and LED conversions
• Relocation of the Seminary South Branch Library to La Gran Plaza
• Donation of 18.432 acres for the expansion of Anderson Park
• $7,500,000.00 lease for printers and multi-functional devices

The Fort Worth City Council approved a resolution accepting the Redistricting Task Force's final report and establishing criteria for redrawing district boundaries, despite public opposition. A motion to create an independent redistricting commission failed for lack of a second. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts, budget amendments, and other routine items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5375-04-2021 accepting Redistricting Task Force report and establishing redistricting criteria (8-1)
• Motion to create Independent Redistricting Commission failed for lack of a second
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including 16 general items, 4 equipment purchases, 3 land items, and 9 contract awards (9-0)
• Approved M&C 21-0232 artwork commission agreement with CME Creative LLC for $170,818 (9-0)
• Approved M&C 21-0230 naming Lotus Marsh Boardwalk as Marty Leonard Lotus Marsh Boardwalk (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5376-04-2021 supporting automated vehicles program funding (9-0)
• Approved Tourism PID expansion and set final benefit hearings for April 13, 2021 (9-0)
• Approved use of Sycamore Park and Cobb Park for sewer relief interceptor line (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss the 2021 debt financing plan and various municipal projects. Briefings include updates on COVID-19, water system after-action, and park improvements. The session also covers regulations for gaming machines and gambling facilities.

• 2021 Debt Financing Plan Overview
• Heritage Park and Paddock Park streetscape improvements
• Project manager selection for new City Hall and city-owned buildings
• Gambling facility and gaming machine regulations
• COVID-19 response and recovery updates

This was a worksession with no formal votes. The council received staff reports on the 2021 debt financing plan, critical load facilities, the city's response to apartments after the February winter storm, and several other topics. Council members also requested future agenda items, including a traffic study on E. Berry Street and an update on ITS services for new employees.

• Removed M&C 21-0232 from the consent agenda for a speaker.
• Received an updated resolution for M&C 21-0243 removing the Pipeline Rd. project.
• Heard a report on the 2021 Debt Financing Plan Overview.
• Heard a report on the City's Response to Apartments Following the February Winter Storm.
• Heard a report on the End of MetrOPAC Consortium.
• Heard a report on the Fort Worth Sports Tourism Soccer Complex Update.
• Heard a report on Gambling Facility/Poker Room Regulations.
• Heard a report on Project Manager Selection for New City Hall and Other City-Owned Buildings.

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The City Council will review several items including road intersection improvements and zoning changes for residential developments. The agenda also includes the approval of various city contracts and grant acceptances. Additionally, the council will consider a public hearing regarding beverage sales at a local restaurant.

• $707,116.00 funding agreement for Meacham Boulevard and North Sylvania Avenue intersection improvements
• Rezoning of 2712-2724 Azalea Avenue for a townhouse development
• $530,000.00 contract amendment for Chisholm Trail Park, Phase II
• $627,785.00 agreement to improve the city's flood warning system
• Temporary closure of Summerfields Boulevard from March 24 to April 20, 2021

The Fort Worth City Council denied a variance to allow mixed beverage sales at Takara Japanese Restaurant, approved three zoning changes including a townhouse development on Azalea Avenue, and authorized condemnation of property for sewer improvements. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and agreements, and continued a tax abatement agreement to the May 4 meeting.

• Denied mixed beverage variance for Takara Japanese Restaurant (9-0)
• Approved zoning for townhouse development at 2712-2724 Azalea Ave (9-0)
• Approved zoning change at 1209 Jacksboro Highway from MU-1 to MU-2 (9-0)
• Denied zoning for Fort Worth Deer Creek LP at 9915 Crowley Rd (8-1)
• Authorized eminent domain for sewer easements at 3801/3825 S Cravens Rd (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda with contracts and agreements (9-0)
• Continued tax abatement for 4212 Ave J to May 4 meeting
• Approved minutes of March 9, 2021 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss proposed redistricting criteria and procedures. The session also includes updates on COVID-19 response, the American Rescue Plan Act, and library service changes.

• Rezoning of 9915 Crowley Road from A-5 to R1/E
• Relocation of Seminary South Branch Library to La Gran Plaza
• Briefing on proposed redistricting criteria and procedures
• Overview of American Rescue Plan Act 2021
• January 2021 sales tax update

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They discussed the Redistricting Task Force recommendations and agreed to accept them, but deferred decisions on hiring a map-drawing consultant and appointing a charter review task force until after the 2021 municipal elections. The council also continued a tax abatement item to May 4 and moved a zoning case forward.

• Continued tax abatement item (M&C 21-0202) to May 4, 2021
• Consensus to accept Redistricting Task Force recommendations
• Deferred action on map-drawing consultant and charter review task force
• Moved zoning case ZC-20-170 (9915 Crowley Road) forward
• Removed M&Cs 21-0218 and 21-0219 from consent agenda for individual consideration

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The City Council will consider budget amendments for the Crime Control and Prevention District, including funding for ten new police sergeant positions. The agenda also includes various land acquisitions, software contracts, and zoning requests.

• Funding $671,159 to add ten sergeant positions to the Police Department
• A three-year Microsoft software agreement totaling $4,219,161.75
• Acquisition of land easements at 1000 North Henderson Street for $443,312.00
• Reallocating $200,000 in federal funds for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Zoning changes for properties on Parker Henderson Road and McCurdy Street

The City Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including a $4.2 million Microsoft software agreement, a $443,312 sewer easement purchase, and a $320,455 public art commission. It also approved hiring outside legal counsel for redistricting and adopted a resolution for a Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant. Three zoning requests were denied, including a light industrial change and two conditional use permits for outdoor storage.

• Approved consent agenda as amended, including a $4.2 million Microsoft software agreement and a $443,312 sewer easement purchase.
• Approved hiring David Mendez and Bickerstaff, Heath, Delgado, Acosta LLP as outside legal counsel for redistricting (Resolution No. 5361-03-2021).
• Adopted resolution to submit a Critical Community Improvement Plan for the Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant for Cavile Place/Stop Six (Resolution No. 5362-03-2021).
• Denied Zoning Docket ZC-20-181 to rezone 2.09 acres at 4900 Parker Henderson Road from A-5 to Light Industrial.
• Denied Zoning Docket ZC-21-011 for a conditional use permit for outdoor non-accessory storage at 4301 Carey Street.
• Denied Zoning Docket ZC-20-139 for a conditional use permit for outdoor storage at 2300 McCurdy Street.
• Approved FY2020 and FY2021 Crime Control and Prevention District budget amendments, including adding ten sergeant positions.
• Approved amendments to emergency rental assistance, allowing mortgage assistance and extending rental assistance from three to six months.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes discussions on several zoning requests for industrial use. The agenda also features briefings on the FY 2020 annual financial report and updates on the Community WiFi Project.

• Zoning request for outdoor storage at 2300 McCurdy Street (Recommended for Denial)
• Rezoning of 4900 Parker Henderson Road to Light Industrial
• Conditional use permit for outdoor storage at 4301 Carey Street
• Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
• Update on the Community WiFi Project

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. They discussed removing M&C 21-0171 from the consent agenda for a speaker, reviewed three zoning items continued from previous weeks, and received briefings on the winter storm response, AllianceTexas economic impact, entrepreneurial support, the FY2020 financial report, and a community WiFi project update. Council members also requested future agenda items on critical facilities, COVID-19 testing, partner contacts, and the Metro-Pac Library Coalition.

• Removed M&C 21-0171 from consent agenda for a speaker
• Moved forward ZC-20-139 (2300 McCurdy St) with zoning commission denial recommendation
• Moved forward ZC-20-181 (4900 Parker Henderson Rd) with zoning commission approval recommendation
• Moved forward ZC-21-011 (4301 Carey St) with zoning commission approval recommendation

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The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2021 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes increasing funding for home repair programs following the 2021 Texas severe winter storm. Several zoning changes and infrastructure contracts are also up for approval.

• Adoption of the 2021 Comprehensive Plan
• $2,015,308.26 increase for Home Repair Programs to assist with winter storm waterline repairs
• $3,211,162.73 contract for Kroger Drive Phase II construction
• Extension of the face covering executive order through May 18, 2021
• Water main capacity charges for Westside III and Tavolo Park developments

The Fort Worth City Council voted 7-2 to withdraw a resolution that would have extended the mayor's face-covering executive order to May 18, 2021. The council also adopted the 2021 Comprehensive Plan, approved several zoning changes, and authorized multiple contracts and agreements, including a $25.2 million construction manager at risk agreement for the Harmon Road project.

• Withdrew resolution to extend face-covering executive order (7-2)
• Adopted 2021 Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Approved $25.2M GMP for Harmon Road project (9-0)
• Approved $4.6M construction contract for Fire Station 45 (9-0)
• Approved $3.2M paving contract for Kroger Drive Phase II (9-0)
• Approved $1.5M contract for North Beach/Basswood improvements (9-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for sewer easements at three properties (9-0)
• Approved zoning for Ridglea Lane townhouse/condo (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the final report from the Redistricting Task Force and receive updates on COVID-19 response and recovery efforts. The worksession also includes presentations regarding police department staffing, the annual financial report, and a community WiFi project update.

• Rezoning of 4900 Parker Henderson Road to Light Industrial (2.09 ac.)
• Final Report of the Redistricting Task Force
• Presentation on Police Department Staffing
• Update on Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Amendment to Linear Labs Economic Development Program

The City Council work session included an Oncor update on February winter storm electricity issues, a final report from the Redistricting Task Force, and a police staffing presentation. Two agenda items—the FY 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the Community WiFi Project Update—were moved to the March 9 work session. Council members requested future agenda items on bridge maintenance, water system cybersecurity, and apartment water issues. The meeting was procedural; no formal votes were taken.

• Moved FY 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report to March 9, 2021 work session
• Moved Community WiFi Project Update to March 9, 2021 work session
• Council Member Bivens indicated she would request to continue zoning case ZC-20-181
• Council requested report on who maintains areas under bridges
• Council requested report on cyber security for water system
• Council requested report on code response to lack of water in apartment complexes
• Council requested consideration of raising emergency repair program home value cap from $175,000 to $300,000 (later approved via M&C 21-0167)

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The City Council is scheduled to consider several infrastructure contracts and grant acceptances. The agenda includes zoning hearings for large-scale developments on NW Highway 287 and Tehama Ridge Parkway. Additionally, the council will address continuing the local disaster declaration following severe winter weather.

• Acceptance of up to $1,840,489.78 in Texas Emergency Rental Assistance funds
• A $3,773,523.45 contract for water and sanitary sewer replacements
• Acquisition of 8516 Marks Lane for the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
• Rezoning of 52.62 acres on NW Highway 287 to high-density mixed use
• A $754,302.80 loan to the Salvation Army for Mabee Center rehabilitation

The Fort Worth City Council approved a consent agenda including $27.5 million in federal emergency rental assistance, several infrastructure contracts, and land acquisitions. It also approved multiple zoning changes, including a 52.62-acre mixed-use development and a 257.69-acre industrial rezoning (8-1), while denying two residential rezoning requests. The council continued the local disaster declaration for severe winter weather and approved several tax abatement agreements.

• Approved $27,484,117 federal emergency rental assistance grant (9-0)
• Approved 52.62-acre mixed-use zoning at NW Highway 287 (9-0)
• Approved 257.69-acre industrial rezoning on Silver Creek Road (8-1)
• Denied 18.8-acre residential rezoning at Tehama Ridge Pkwy (9-0)
• Denied .15-acre duplex rezoning at 4604 Lafayette Ave (9-0)
• Approved $3,773,523 water/sewer contract with Woody Contractors (9-0)
• Approved $1.8M streetlight luminaire agreement with Acuity Brands (9-0)
• Approved 5-year tax abatement for 605,441 sq ft warehouse at 5005 Parker Henderson Rd (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is reviewing several tax abatement agreements and zoning changes for residential and industrial developments. The meeting also includes updates on COVID-19 response, police staffing, and economic development presentations.

• Five-year tax abatement for a $19,842,000 warehouse at 5005 Parker Henderson Road
• Rezoning of 18.80 acres on Tehama Ridge Pkwy from commercial to urban residential
• Rezoning of 52.62 acres on NW Highway 287 for high-density mixed use
• Presentation on economic development for a project at 3300 Camp Bowie Boulevard
• Updates regarding COVID-19 response and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program

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The provided document is a mock agenda created for training purposes and contains no real legislative items. All listed items, including resolutions, ordinances, and public hearings, are designated as tests.

• Board appointment testing for District 11 (21-1333)
• Mock public hearing (M&C 21-0103)
• Mock zoning case (ZC-274)
• Dummy consent items for equipment and services (M&C 21-0099, 21-0100)

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The City Council will consider terminating the Alliance Airport Authority and transferring its property to the City. The agenda includes public hearings regarding mixed beverage sales at Jon's Grille and a pipeline easement in Deer Meadow Park. Additionally, council members will review various zoning changes and street rehabilitation agreements.

• Termination of Alliance Airport Authority, Inc. and transfer of its assets to the City
• $2,470,986.00 interlocal agreement with Tarrant County for street rehabilitation
• $2,550,000.00 annual contract for IT staff augmentation services
• Temporary closure of Chapin Road from February 15 to March 31, 2021
• Resolution confirming the appointment of Neil Noakes as Police Chief

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda, which included financial transactions, road closures, and contracts. They confirmed Neil Noakes as Police Chief, approved several zoning changes, and continued others to future meetings. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved consent agenda including capital project fund adjustments and road closures (9-0)
• Confirmed Neil Noakes as Police Chief (9-0)
• Approved mixed beverage variance for Jon's Grille at 2905 W. Berry Street (9-0)
• Approved Deer Meadow Park easement for Tarrant Regional Water District (9-0)
• Approved zoning change at 1231 E. Harmon Road from General Commercial to Medium Density Multifamily (9-0)
• Approved zoning change at 4533 Marine Creek Parkway from Intensive Commercial to Medium Industrial (9-0)
• Denied zoning change at 5832 Eastland Street from Urban Residential to One-Family (9-0)
• Continued several zoning cases to February 16 or March 2, 2021 meetings (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a worksession to review departmental updates and briefings. The agenda includes reviews of significant zoning cases and 2021 Competitive Housing Tax Credit Applications. Additionally, officials will provide updates on airport operations and community action partners.

• Overview of significant zoning cases
• Briefing on 2021 Competitive (9%) Housing Tax Credit Applications
• Briefing on Airport Operations and Capital Program Update
• Report on Migratory Birds - Lights Out/Dark Skies Initiative
• Briefing on Community Action Partners

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The City Council will consider various budget adjustments and contract authorizations. The meeting includes public hearings regarding a new tax abatement policy and the annexation of land in Denton County.

• Order for May 1, 2021, general election for Mayor and City Council
• Economic development agreement with Oatly, Inc. for a manufacturing facility at 7550 Oak Grove Road
• Purchase of property insurance policies up to $3,990,688.00
• Public hearing on the annexation of approximately 5.10 acres in Denton County
• Security services agreement for 100 Energy Way up to $432,000.00 per year

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda, which included budget adjustments, a lawsuit authorization, insurance purchases, and multiple contracts. It also adopted resolutions on tax abatement and economic development policy, and ordered a May 1 general election for mayor and council members. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved consent agenda including budget adjustments and appropriations (9-0)
• Authorized lawsuit against Pot of Gold Game Room over permit denial (9-0)
• Approved $3,990,688 insurance purchase and appropriation (9-0)
• Approved Oatly, Inc. economic development agreement for manufacturing facility (9-0)
• Approved change orders for Montgomery Street drainage and North Riverside Drive projects (9-0)
• Adopted resolution ordering May 1, 2021 general election for mayor and council (9-0)
• Adopted tax abatement policy and amended Chapter 380 economic development policy (9-0)
• Approved $9,792,676.93 appropriation for 2022 bond program pre-construction (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an amended service and assessment plan for Public Improvement District 17 – Rock Creek Ranch. The worksession also includes updates on COVID-19 recovery, water meter installation, and the Pier 1 building.

• Public hearing for the amended Service and Assessment Plan for PID 17 – Rock Creek Ranch
• Update on CARES Act funding and emergency household assistance
• Implementation update for MyH2O water meter installation
• Report on contract amendment for Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show
• Update on the Pier 1 building

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The Fort Worth City Council will consider several infrastructure and utility items on the consent agenda. This includes authorizing contracts for street paving, intersection improvements, and sewer replacements. The council will also address gas rate increases and various state and federal grants.

• $3,989,987.95 contract for street paving and sewer replacements
• $1,895,849.50 contract for Hulen Street at Granbury Road intersection improvements
• Resolution to suspend proposed CoServ Gas rate increases
• New 55 mph speed limit on Blue Mound Road/FM 156
• $8,000,000 grant for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda 9-0, which included numerous contracts, grants, and ordinances. Key actions included accepting an $8M energy assistance grant, approving multiple street and sewer construction contracts, and authorizing several zoning changes. The council also continued several items, including a public hearing and multiple zoning cases, to future meetings.

• Approved consent agenda with 60+ items (9-0)
• Accepted $8M Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program grant (9-0)
• Approved $4.48M street reconstruction contract with McClendon Construction (9-0)
• Approved $6.21M North Riverside Drive improvements contract (9-0)
• Approved $4.94M West 7th Street paving contract (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for 242-acre Walsh Ranches property remanded to Zoning Commission (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for semi-truck storage at 10524 Old Burleson Road (9-0)
• Continued tax abatement agreements for Granite Village Creek and two residential properties to Feb. 26 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is reviewing a public hearing for the Rock Creek Ranch Public Improvement District 17. The worksession also includes discussions on various rezoning requests and updates regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and assistance programs.

• Public hearing for the Rock Creek Ranch Public Improvement District 17 Service and Assessment Plan
• Rezoning of 18.80 acres at Tehama Ridge Pkwy from commercial to urban residential
• Rezoning of 242.20 acres near McPherson Boulevard to one-family residential
• Conditional use permit for semi-truck storage on Old Burleson Road
• Presentation on the Economic Development Agreement with Project Venti