Fort Worth public meetings in 2022

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several items on the consent agenda, including large-scale playground replacements and airport fund transfers. The meeting also includes proposals for police substation leases and various infrastructure maintenance agreements.

• $2,049,896 contract for South playground replacements
• $1,972,007.80 contract for North playground replacements
• $6,925,000 transfer from Municipal Airports Fund to Capital Projects Fund
• Lease agreements for West 7th Street and West 6th Street police substations
• $1,457,100 agreement for food services equipment and supplies

The City Council approved the sale of the Central Library at 500 West 3rd Street to Dart Interests, LLC for $18 million. The council also approved several zoning changes, including removing multifamily use from certain Stockyards districts, and authorized multiple infrastructure and water reclamation contracts.

• Approved sale of Central Library at 500 West 3rd Street to Dart Interests, LLC for $18,000,000 (8-0)
• Approved removal of multifamily use from specific Stockyards districts (8-1)
• Approved $39,773,000 contract with Eagle Contracting, LLC for Village Creek Water Reclamation Facility Digester Improvements (8-0)
• Approved $10,499,744.25 contract with Jackson Construction, Ltd. for Northside IV 24-Inch Water Main Phase 1B (8-0)
• Approved $1,565,598.07 budget amendment to increase police trainee pay (9-0)
• Approved site plan SP-22-010 for 300-400 blocks Carroll Street (9-0)
• Continued public hearing on curfew ordinance for minors to January 10, 2023 (8-1)
• Approved $1,420,679 contract with West Fork Construction, LLC for SWAT vehicle storage facility (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes discussions on tax abatement amendments and police training protocols. The council will also receive briefings regarding boarding home regulations and short-term rentals.

• Amendment to Tax Abatement Agreement with Raider Express
• Extension of employment completion deadline for Smart Action LLC Chapter 380 Agreement
• Briefing on regulation of boarding homes
• Briefing on short-term rentals
• Update on Transportation & Public Works Director recruitment

The City Council held a work session to receive staff briefings and informal reports. The Council recommended that staff develop an ordinance to amend the Code regarding short-term rental registration. No formal votes were taken on other items.

• Recommended staff bring back an ordinance amending the Code for short-term rental registration

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This agenda is for a public comment session and procedural matters. The City Council will consider minutes from several November 2022 meetings. No specific legislative topics or actions are listed for deliberation.

• Consideration of minutes from November 2022 council meetings and work sessions

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from four previous meetings held in November 2022. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved minutes for November 8, November 15 (Work Session and Public Comment), and November 29 meetings (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including highway safety improvements and new fire department equipment. The meeting also includes authorizations for land easements for the Golden Triangle and Avondale Haslet Road projects.

• Purchase of Quick Response Brush Trucks for up to $1,612,613.00
• Highway safety improvements for Mitchell Boulevard and West Risinger Road
• FEMA grant agreement for $559,090.90 for fire department operations
• Land easements for the Golden Triangle Expansion Project
• Construction contract for Lancaster Corridor Parkway Improvements for $578,566.61

City Council approved several major construction contracts, including the Phase 1 renovation of the Fort Worth Convention Center and the new Northwest Community Center. The council also established new transportation impact fee rates and approved a tax abatement for a new manufacturing facility.

• Approved $30M contract with Hunt/Byrne/Smith for Convention Center renovation (9-0)
• Approved $12,905,086 contract with Byrne Construction Services for Northwest Community Center (9-0)
• Approved 10-year tax abatement for Beauty Manufacturing Solutions Corp facility (9-0)
• Adopted transportation impact fee collection rates effective June 1, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved $2,529,923 purchase of 29.361 acres for open space and parkland (9-0)
• Approved $8M grant for 2023 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (9-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for three separate land acquisitions for bridge and sewer projects (9-0)
• Tabled curfew ordinance for minors until December 13, 2022 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several reports from the City Manager regarding street sweeping and waste collection route adjustments. The session also includes a presentation on a proposed tax abatement agreement and an update on the Open Space Conservation Program.

• Proposed tax abatement agreement with Beauty Manufacturing Solutions Corp.
• FY2023 Street Sweeping Program Update
• Residential Solid Waste Collection Route Adjustments
• Adoption of the 2023 State Legislative Agenda
• Update on Panther Island Path Forward

The City Council conducted a work session featuring staff reports on city programs and economic development. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to procedural items, including the consideration of minutes from the November 1, 2022, work session and public comment session. The agenda also includes a period for public comments.

• Consideration of November 1, 2022, Work Session minutes
• Consideration of November 1, 2022, Public Comment minutes
• Public comments session

The City Council approved the minutes for the November 1, 2022 Work Session and Public Comment meetings. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments and procedural items.

• Approved November 1, 2022 Work Session minutes (7-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 Public Comment minutes (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items for approval, including large-scale infrastructure contracts and federal grant applications. The agenda includes funding for water and sewer main extensions and environmental assessments for specific neighborhoods. Additionally, the council will consider administrative updates regarding city fees and employee pay rates.

• $4,199,690 contract with Woody Contractors, Inc. for water and sewer main extensions
• EPA grant applications up to $2,500,000 for environmental assessments and asbestos abatement
• $2,237,000 agreement with SUEZ Treatment Solutions, Inc. for Water Department equipment
• $1,500,000 for replacement of specialized law enforcement equipment
• $50,000 donation from the Amon G. Carter Foundation for The Hub community center

The City Council approved an ordinance restricting the possession of open containers and consumption of alcoholic beverages in the West 7th Area. Other key actions included approving several zoning changes, annexations, and funding for supportive housing. A proposal to create a Community Police Review Board was defeated.

• Approved ordinance restricting open containers/alcohol consumption in West 7th Area (9-0)
• Approved $4.6M in forgivable loans for 41 permanent supportive housing units (9-0)
• Approved extension of Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number Four (9-0)
• Approved annexation and zoning for Beggs East (249.98 acres) and Aledo 34 (33.625 acres) (9-0)
• Approved annexation of Gene Pike Middle School site (18.51 acres) (9-0)
• Approved $4.2M contract with Woody Contractors, Inc. for water/sewer main extension (9-0)
• Approved temporary increase of 20 firefighter positions (9-0)
• Denied proposal to create Community Police Review Board (4-5)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council worksession includes discussions on a proposed Community Police Oversight and Accountability Board and the final report for the Bitcoin Mining Pilot Program. The agenda also covers updates on housing tax credits, permanent supportive housing, and West 7th Street alcohol regulations.

• Final Report on Bitcoin Mining Pilot Program
• Proposed Community Police Oversight and Accountability Board discussion
• 2023 Housing Tax Credit Policy briefing
• Update on Permanent Supportive Housing
• Regulation of alcohol consumption in West 7th Street Area

The City Council reached a consensus to proceed with an ordinance establishing a Community Police Oversight and Accountability Board. The session primarily consisted of staff presentations and requests for further information on zoning and city policies.

• Consensus reached to move forward with ordinance to establish Community Police Oversight and Accountability Board

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council will consider several sets of previous meeting minutes. This agenda also includes a period for public comments to the council. No other legislative items are listed for this meeting.

• Consideration of May 24, 2022, Retirement Fund Board Meeting minutes
• Consideration of October 11, 2022, Council Meeting minutes
• Consideration of October 18, 2022, Work Session minutes
• Consideration of October 18, 2022, Public Comment minutes
• Consideration of October 25, 2022, Council Meeting minutes

The City Council met for a public comment session where the only substantive action was the approval of previous meeting minutes. Several residents provided public comments on topics including flooding, police oversight, and quorum loss.

• Approved minutes for May 24, Oct 11, Oct 18 (Work Session), Oct 18 (Public Comment), and Oct 25 meetings (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several major contracts for fire department equipment and city maintenance. The agenda also includes adopting a revised transportation impact fee study and authorizing various land easements for water and sewer projects.

• Purchase of 11 fire trucks up to $14,000,000
• Adoption of the 2022 Transportation Impact Fee Study and revised rates
• Economic Development Agreement with GKN Aerospace, Inc.
• Settlement of $150,000 for the Jacqueline Craig v. City of Fort Worth lawsuit
• Annual asphalt contract up to $3,086,848

City Council approved several high-value purchases for the Fire Department, including 11 fire trucks and a collective bargaining agreement with the Professional Firefighters Association. The council also authorized the use of eminent domain for several water and sewer projects and approved a settlement for a lawsuit.

• Approved purchase of 11 fire trucks for up to $14,000,000.00 (8-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Fort Worth Professional Firefighters Association Local 440 (9-0)
• Approved $150,000.00 settlement for Jacqueline Craig, et al. v. City of Fort Worth (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Transportation Impact Fee Study and related City Code amendments (8-0)
• Approved use of eminent domain for Northside IV Water Main and Walnut Creek Sanitary Sewer projects (8-0)
• Approved $1.9M annual agreement with The Presbyterian Night Shelter of Tarrant County for litter abatement (8-0)
• Approved Economic Development Program Agreement with GKN Aerospace, Inc. for a Global Technology Center (9-0)
• Approved reappointments to the Board of Adjustment, Community Development Council, Library Advisory Board, Park and Recreation Advisory Board, and Zoning Commission (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to public comments and the consideration of several sets of previous meeting minutes from September and October 2022. No other legislative items or specific city business are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of various September and October 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment session

The Fort Worth City Council approved minutes from five prior meetings (September 13, 20, 27, and October 4) by a 6-0 vote, with the mayor and two council members absent. The council then heard public comments on several topics, including inaccurate information about the John T. White Neighborhood Association, Charleston White, de-escalation, the mayor's State of the City Address, road safety, and the city manager's recusal regarding Sundance Square and the Code of Ethics. Mayor Pro tem Bivens directed one speaker to meet with a city department after the meeting. One council member left the meeting, and one public comment card was not heard due to lack of a quorum.

• Approved minutes of September 13, 20, 27, and October 4 meetings (6-0)
• Heard public comments on John T. White Neighborhood Association, Charleston White, de-escalation, State of the City Address, road safety, and city manager recusal
• Mayor Pro tem Bivens directed speaker Lana Stephens to meet with Transportation and Public Works Department after meeting
• Council Member Beck left meeting; Bob Willoughby's public comment not heard due to lack of quorum

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The council will receive a presentation on a proposed economic development agreement with GKN Aerospace and a briefing on the fire collective bargaining agreement. Other discussions include the renovation of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History and updates on police expert panel recommendations.

• Proposed Economic Development Program Agreement with GKN Aerospace
• Presentation on Fire Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Briefing on planned renovation of Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
• Update on implementation of Police Expert Panel recommendations
• Report on proposed transportation projects for the 2021 Tarrant County Bond Program

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering several items on the consent agenda, including large-scale budget reallocations and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes requests for street closures and updates to the Master Thoroughfare Plan.

• Denial of Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC application to increase rates
• Budget reallocation and amendment totaling $2,020,000.00
• Contracts for traffic signal upgrades up to $5,000,000.00
• Funding agreement for Ramey Avenue at Stalcup Road safety project ($555,791.00)
• Temporary closure of Main Street for the 2022 Fort Worth Gospel Festival

The Fort Worth City Council approved the owner-initiated annexation of approximately 297 acres (Sewell Tract) in Tarrant County, along with 7.561 acres of right-of-way, and adopted the corresponding ordinance. The council also approved 17 zoning dockets, including rezonings for residential, commercial, and industrial uses, and denied one zoning request. Additionally, the council approved a $8.57 million distribution from the Fort Worth Permanent Fund for designated projects.

• Approved annexation of 297-acre Sewell Tract and 7.561 acres right-of-way (9-0)
• Approved $8,565,950.76 distribution from Fort Worth Permanent Fund (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1984-2004 Cleburne Crowley Road to A-5, A-7.5, A-10, A-21, and E (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2716-2722 Wingate Street to Urban Residential (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4401 Enon Road to Manufactured Housing (8-0)
• Denied rezoning of 3700 Ada Avenue to Neighborhood Commercial (8-0)
• Approved rezoning of 731 Samuels Avenue to Planned Development for Central Business District uses (8-0)
• Approved tax abatement for single-family dwelling at 4229 Ave J (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the Tarrant County 9-1-1 District’s proposed FY2023 budget and a transportation impact fee study. The session also includes reports on flood risk, sales tax updates, and permanent supportive housing.

• Tarrant County 9-1-1 District’s Proposed Fiscal Year 2023 Budget presentation
• Transportation Impact Fee Study presentation
• Briefing on Heritage Park
• Update on Permanent Supportive Housing
• Review of 2021 Incentive Agreements and FY22 TIF Annual Report

The Fort Worth City Council held a work session on October 4, 2022, receiving informational reports on incentive agreements, TIF, flood risk, sales tax, library access, and refugee services. No formal votes or decisions were made; several presentations were given, and council members requested future agenda items on cost of living, CBD policy, food truck parking, and parking fees.

• No votes or formal actions taken during the work session
• Presentation on Permanent Supportive Housing moved to October 18 work session
• Council Member Williams requested report on cost of living and compensation review
• Council Member Beck requested info on CBD policy for city employees
• Council Member Firestone requested review of food truck parking ordinance
• Council Member Nettles requested info on parking fees for public speakers

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing ordinances to increase authorized positions in the Police and Fire Departments. The agenda also includes funding for emergency road repairs and updates to the Priority Repair Program.

• Ordinance to increase Police Department staffing by 73 positions
• Ordinance to increase Fire Department staffing by 6 positions
• $2,000,000 appropriation for North Tarrant Parkway/I-35W emergency repair project
• Increase the Priority Repair Program per-house expenditure limit to $25,000
• $219,942 agreement for a transportation infrastructure study in the Stockyards

The Fort Worth City Council adopted a $0.7125 per $100 property tax rate (a 6.84% revenue increase) and the FY2023 operating budget of approximately $1.2 billion, both passing 7-2. The council also approved $20 million in ARPA funds for affordable housing, a $3.2 million contract with the Tarrant Area Food Bank, and a $200,000 utility relocation agreement with Texas Wesleyan University for a new stadium. A resolution amending council rules of procedure to modify public participation was adopted 7-2, with an effective date of October 4, 2022.

• Adopted FY2023 operating budget (Appropriation Ordinance 25773-09-2022) 7-2
• Adopted $0.7125 per $100 property tax rate (Ordinance 25774-09-2022) 7-2
• Approved $20M ARPA allocation for affordable housing (M&C 22-0789) 8-0
• Approved $3.2M contract with Tarrant Area Food Bank for property acquisition (M&C 22-0790) 8-0
• Approved $200K utility relocation contract with Texas Wesleyan University for new stadium (M&C 22-0791) 9-0
• Adopted resolution amending council rules of procedure on public participation (Resolution 5625-09-2022) 7-2
• Approved $16.6M contract for Village Creek Lift Station gravity sewer mains (M&C 22-0784) 9-0
• Approved $29.8M contract for Clear Fork Wastewater Force Main project (M&C 22-0785) 9-0

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review American Rescue Plan Act allocation recommendations and updates on the city hiring process. The session also includes presentations regarding public art progress and transportation studies for the East Lancaster and University Drive corridors.

• American Rescue Plan Act Allocation Recommendations
• DFW International Airport Amendments to Codes of Rules and Regulations
• East Lancaster Corridor and Sub-Regional Planning Study presentation
• University Drive Corridor Project presentation
• Stockyards Mobility Study report

This was a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. Council heard presentations on ARPA allocations, hiring, DFW Airport rules, flooding, development, Stockyards mobility, public art, and corridor studies. Members requested staff reviews, including a feasibility study on raising the city minimum wage from $15 to $20 per hour.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at worksession
• Council Member Williams requested staff review feasibility of raising minimum wage to $20/hr
• Council Member Nettles requested resending pay range breakdown from budget response
• Council Member Flores requested meeting with Arts Fort Worth for District 2 projects
• Council Member Beck encouraged completing West 7th Project before November

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is for public comments and the consideration of minutes from recent sessions. No new legislative items or specific projects are listed on this agenda.

• Minutes: September 6, 2022 Work Session
• Minutes: September 6, 2022 Public Comment
• Minutes: September 9, 2022 Budget Work Session
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council approved minutes from the September 6, 2022 Work Session and Public Comment meetings and the September 9, 2022 Budget Work Session on the FY 2023 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate by a 6-0 vote. The council then heard public comments from five residents on general topics, smoke shops near daycares, and city improvements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 6 Work Session (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 6 Public Comment (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 9 Budget Work Session on FY2023 Budget and Proposed Tax Rate (6-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including updates to financial management and investment policies. The meeting also includes proposals for community grants and infrastructure funding.

• Revision of wholesale water and wastewater service rates effective November 1, 2022
• Authorization of $409,176 and $129,878 in grants for homeless housing and services
• Approval of $2,500,000 in forgivable loans for the Gwendolyn C. Gragg Child Development Facility
• Authorization of $4,819,471 for intersection improvements at Northwest Loop 820 and Marine Creek Parkway
• Acceptance of $673,374 from Tarrant County 9-1-1 District for the Radio Assistance Program

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $53.3 million economic development grant to Omni Fort Worth Partnership for a hotel expansion, including land conveyance and a 20-year lease. The council also denied a rezoning request for high-density multifamily at 4301 W Risinger Road (5-4), approved the FY2023 Crime Control and Prevention District budget, and adopted the FY2022-2023 budget after a public hearing. A resolution to amend council rules of procedure was continued to September 27 without action.

• Approved $53.3M economic development grant for Omni Fort Worth hotel expansion (9-0)
• Denied rezoning at 4301 W Risinger Road & 8701 S Hulen Street from commercial to high-density multifamily (5-4)
• Approved FY2023 Crime Control and Prevention District budget (9-0)
• Approved $6.7M School Resource Officer Program agreements with multiple school districts (9-0)
• Approved $2.5M forgivable loan to Child Care Associates for child development facility rehabilitation (8-0, one recusal)
• Approved 11 public improvement district budgets and assessment rolls for FY2022-2023 (9-0)
• Approved $11.9M Forest Park Pool replacement project contract (9-0)
• Continued resolution to amend council rules of procedure to September 27 meeting

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes briefings on the National Juneteenth Museum and the 2022 Texas School Accountability Report. The council will also review transportation impact fee study results and the FY2023 DFW International Airport budget.

• Design team selection for Phase 1 of the Fort Worth Convention Center Expansion Project
• Presentation of Final Report of Expert Panel on Police Reform
• 2022 Transportation Impact Fee Study Results and Adoption Timetable
• FY2023 DFW International Airport Budget briefing
• Briefing on National Juneteenth Museum Project

The Fort Worth City Council held a work session on September 6, 2022, receiving informal reports on the FY2023 DFW Airport budget, sales tax update, convention center expansion, and police reform. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the session was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; all items were informational reports and presentations

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to public comments and the consideration of minutes from various August 2022 sessions. No other substantive legislative items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of several August 2022 meeting and work session minutes
• Public comment period

The Fort Worth City Council met for a public comment session on September 6, 2022. The only official action was approving minutes from seven prior meetings (August 9, 10, 12, 16, 23, and 25, 2022) by a unanimous 8-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics including air quality, street flooding, short-term rentals, and police accountability. No other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from the August 9, 2022 Special Called Work Session and Regular Meeting, August 10 and 12 Budget Work Sessions, August 16 Work Session and Public Comment meeting, August 23 Regular Meeting, and August 25 Special Called meeting and Budget Work Session — passed 8-0

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will meet to consider Resolution 22-2400. This resolution proposes the continuation of the declaration of local disaster in response to severe weather.

• Resolution 22-2400 for the continuation of the local disaster declaration

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called meeting and unanimously approved Resolution No. 5609-08-2022, continuing the local disaster declaration due to severe weather. No other business was conducted.

• Adopted Resolution 22-2400 continuing the local disaster declaration for severe weather (8-0, Williams absent)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering several infrastructure and utility projects on its consent agenda. These items include approvals for street light installations, drainage improvements, and public improvement district budgets.

• Street light installation contract up to $3,000,000.00
• University Drive Corridor Project contract for $3,406,056.86
• Comanche Trail drainage construction contract for $1,894,090.00
• FY 2023 budget for PID No. 17 (Rock Creek Ranch) of $1,777,600.00
• Lake Worth Boat Storage Facility construction appropriation of $250,000.00

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $300 million appropriation for 2022 bond projects and recommended a tax rate of $0.7125 per $100 valuation, which would increase tax revenue for FY2023. The council also adopted year-end budget adjustments totaling $43.8 million and authorized a $300 million commercial paper program for refinancing. All consent agenda items and resolutions passed with near-unanimous votes, with Council Member Beck absent and Council Member Blaylock dissenting on the tax rate resolution.

• Approved $300M appropriation for 2022 Bond Program (8-0)
• Recommended tax rate of $0.7125 per $100 valuation, increasing tax revenue (7-1)
• Adopted $43.8M in FY2022 year-end budget adjustments (8-0)
• Authorized $300M commercial paper program for refinancing (9-0)
• Approved $3.4M University Drive Corridor contract (consent)
• Approved $1.9M Comanche Trail drainage mitigation contract (consent)
• Approved condemnation of 0.019 acres for Trinity River Vision sewer easement (8-0)
• Approved $5.5M Meadowbrook Golf Course renovation design contract (consent)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on August 16, 2022, receiving informational reports and briefings but taking no formal votes. Presentations covered the FY23 budget engagement meetings, community center management, dredging, historic cemeteries, parental leave, transportation, flood risk, PID board changes, Will Rogers Memorial Center, women in firefighting, future City Hall, culture and tourism projects, Omni Hotel expansion, an ARPA gun violence reduction proposal, and short-term rental data. Mayor Parker recommended creating steering and funding committees for the gun violence proposal and scheduling a follow-up on short-term rentals, but no decisions were made.

• No formal votes or decisions taken; worksession was informational only
• Mayor Parker recommended steering and separate funding committees for ARPA gun violence proposal
• Mayor Parker recommended follow-up meeting on short-term rentals
• Council requested updates on parental leave expansion, historic cemetery preservation, and community center summer programming

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to receiving public comments and considering minutes from the August 2, 2022, work session and public comment period. No specific legislative items or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Consideration of August 2, 2022, work session and public comment minutes
• Public comments

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items, including legal settlements and service contracts. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Main Street Pilot Program.

• $117,387,173.00 funding application to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board
• $3,750,000 contract for Public Safety Radio Microwave System upgrades
• $133,110 for West Vickery Boulevard at Riverbend Boulevard signal improvements
• $535,580.90 contract for the East Rosedale Landscape & Irrigation Project
• $210,000 settlement payment to Artemio Garza-Morales and Berta Walle de Garza

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $117,387,173 funding application to the Crime Control and Prevention District Board for Fiscal Year 2023. The council also approved numerous consent agenda items, including settlements, contracts, and zoning changes. Several zoning cases were continued to the September 13 meeting, and one was denied with prejudice.

• Approved FY2023 Crime Control and Prevention District funding application of $117,387,173 (9-0)
• Approved $210,000 settlement to Artemio Garza-Morales (9-0)
• Approved $125,000 settlement to Carolyn Galvez (9-0)
• Approved $3.75M contract amendment for public safety radio microwave system (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for Crossing at Marine Creek with right-turn lane condition (9-0)
• Denied with prejudice zoning for 5100-5200 Parker Henderson Road (8-0)
• Continued zoning for R Zeligson & I. Frank Trusts to September 13 (8-1)
• Approved eminent domain for Westside III Water Transmission Main (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the City Manager's recommended FY 2023 operating and capital budgets. The session also includes reports on tax rate requirements and plans for public engagement in the budget process.

• Presentation of Recommended FY 2023 Operating & Capital Budgets
• Submission of 2022 No-New-Revenue and Voter-Approval Tax Rates
• Submission of 2022 Certified Appraisal Roll and Collection Rate
• Overview of plans to educate and engage the public in the budget process

This was a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. The council received the City Manager's recommended FY2023 operating and capital budgets and an overview of the public engagement plan. Mayor Pro Tem Bivens suggested considering a Saturday engagement opportunity for residents who work weekdays. The meeting adjourned after scheduling future budget workshops.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at worksession
• Heard presentation of City Manager's Recommended FY2023 Operating & Capital Budgets
• Heard overview of public engagement plan for budget process
• Mayor Pro Tem Bivens suggested Saturday engagement opportunity (discussion only)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review updates regarding sales tax, park dredging, and property tax setting calendars. The session also includes discussions on broadband strategic planning and the American Rescue Plan Act project selection process.

• FY2023 budget public engagement and property tax setting calendar
• American Rescue Plan Act project submission and selection process
• Broadband strategic planning
• Update on placing conduit/fiber in right-of-way
• Update on stormwater and flood areas

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. Staff were directed to schedule a special called worksession on the United Way ARPA gun violence reduction project, extend broadband planning invitations to the Development Advisory Committee, and adopt a collaborative stormwater management approach. Council members also requested future agenda items on noise ordinances, sidewalk maintenance, community centers, and a veterans affairs liaison.

• Directed staff to schedule special called worksession on ARPA gun violence project (unanimous)
• Directed staff to extend broadband planning invitations to Development Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Directed staff to adopt collaborative stormwater management approach (unanimous)
• Requested district map of high-water areas, drainage pipes, and development impacts (unanimous)
• Requested analysis of impervious cover, green space, and MyFortWorth App flood notifications (unanimous)
• Requested options for revising construction ordinance on loud music (unanimous)
• Requested analysis of noise ordinances in entertainment districts (unanimous)
• Requested options for sidewalk maintenance program revisions (unanimous)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is dedicated to public comments and the consideration of previous meeting minutes. The agenda consists of procedural items and does not include new legislative deliberations.

• Consideration of minutes from April and June 2022 meetings
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on August 2, 2022, where the only formal action was approving the minutes from several prior meetings (April 20, June 14, 21, 22, and 28, 2022) by a 7-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on topics such as short-term rentals, police accountability, and water meters, with no decisions made on those topics.

• Approved minutes from April 20, June 14, 21, 22, and 28, 2022 meetings (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is considering several items on its consent agenda. These include budget adjustments, infrastructure projects, and various municipal service contracts.

• $4,200,000 for sidewalk improvements on Randol Mill Road and Woodhaven Boulevard
• $1,625,000 increase to a contract for table replacement at the Fort Worth Convention Center
• $7,639,128 total for public safety radios through an amendment with Motorola Solutions, Inc.
• $150,000 settlement payment in Martha Aguilar v. City of Fort Worth
• $2,154,966 for water conservation toilets and showerheads

The Fort Worth City Council approved the consent agenda as amended (9-0), including numerous contracts, grants, and land sales. It also approved several zoning changes, including a reconsidered multifamily development, and adopted a $86.9 million appropriation for American Rescue Plan Act funds (8-1). One item, a uniforms and police equipment purchase, was withdrawn.

• Approved consent agenda as amended (9-0)
• Approved $86,872,545 ARPA funds appropriation (8-1)
• Approved zoning for Landmark at Rendon Fort Worth (9-0)
• Approved zoning for 4329 E Rosedale St to neighborhood commercial (9-0)
• Approved zoning for 2837 & 2841 8th Ave to one-family (9-0)
• Continued ZC-22-046 to Aug 9 with staff direction (8-1)
• Approved $3M land acquisition for Rock Creek Ranch Park (9-0)
• Withdrew M&C 22-0462 uniforms purchase

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes various departmental reports and updates from city officials. Topics include police policy, development activity, and the 2022 transportation impact fee study.

• Proposal to combine the Commercial and Residential Zoning Boards of Adjustment
• Lancaster-Lamar Mixed-Use Development update
• 2022 Transportation Impact Fee Study Update
• Application process for Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) funding
• Report on residential solid waste rate and revenue history

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on June 21, 2022, receiving informational reports and updates from staff on topics including police policies, fire recruitment, COVID-19 response, and ARPA funding. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was for discussion and requests for future agenda items. Council members requested additional information on several items, such as ARPA funding criteria and impact fee applications.

• No formal votes or decisions taken during worksession
• Council requested staff provide list of proposed ARPA projects with criteria
• Council requested additional info on African American Museum site selection
• Council requested report on liquor license notification process
• Council requested debrief on Juneteenth celebrations
• Council requested update on Facebook Live council meetings
• Council requested update on Parental Leave Policy implementation
• Council requested report on dredging needs for city park ponds

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is meeting to consider minutes from the June 7, 2022, work session and public comment session. The agenda also includes a period for citizen public comments.

• Consideration of June 7, 2022, Work Session minutes
• Consideration of June 7, 2022, Public Comment minutes
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council approved the minutes of the June 7, 2022 Work Session and Public Comment meetings by a 9-0 vote. The remainder of the meeting was dedicated to public comments on various topics, including short-term rentals, SMART water meters, noise ordinance, and other neighborhood issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 7, 2022 Work Session minutes (9-0)
• Approved June 7, 2022 Public Comment minutes (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing a $11,641,276 loan package to fund the development of 128 permanent supportive housing units. The agenda also includes suspending proposed Oncor electric rate increases and adjusting funding for the CentrePort Trail Project. Additionally, the council will consider various city contracts and temporary road closures.

• $11,641,276 in forgivable loans for 128 permanent supportive housing units
• Increasing CentrePort Trail Project costs from $3,684,450.00 to $6,396,749.00
• Suspending the effective date of proposed Oncor Electric Delivery Company rate increases
• Temporary closure of North Crowley Cleburne Road for construction through August 10, 2022
• Donation of a Bitcoin mining machine valued at approximately $9,000.00

The Fort Worth City Council approved $11,641,276 in forgivable loans from federal and city sources to three developers for 128 permanent supportive housing units, with a 9-0 vote. The council also approved a resolution renaming Fort Worth Alliance Airport to Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport, and adopted an ordinance suspending Oncor's proposed rate increase. Several zoning cases were approved, denied, or continued, including approval of a 702.5-acre planned development in District 7 and denial of a rezoning request in District 5.

• Approved $11,641,276 in forgivable loans for 128 supportive housing units (9-0)
• Adopted resolution renaming Fort Worth Alliance Airport to Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance suspending Oncor rate increase and retaining consultants (9-0)
• Approved 702.5-acre zoning for Bonds Ranch LP in District 7 (8-0)
• Denied with prejudice rezoning at 3120 Jimisons Lane & 1301 Vine Street (8-0)
• Approved CP-322 to provide free menstrual products at city facilities (9-0)
• Approved $12,969,865 contract for Clear Fork Lift Station and Force Main (7-0)
• Approved 5-year tax abatement for Armor Texas Insurance Agency (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several reports from the City Manager, including updates on the city budget and bond pricing results. The session also includes discussions on permanent supportive housing and federally funded community development programs.

• Budget Update from City Manager David Cooke
• Update on Development of Permanent Supportive Housing
• 2022-2023 Action Plan for Federally Funded Housing and Community Development Programs
• Final Results of Pricing on Bonds within the 2022 Debt Plan
• Fire Collective Bargaining Agreement Amendment regarding Juneteenth Holiday

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on June 7, 2022, with no formal votes or decisions. The council received informational reports on topics including Fourth of July operations, crime control district applications, bond pricing, sales tax, short-term rentals, and permanent supportive housing. A budget update was postponed to June 21, and a judicial appointment recommendation was announced for the June 14 meeting.

• No formal votes or decisions taken at worksession
• Budget update postponed to June 21, 2022 worksession
• Carla Kelman recommended for judicial appointment consideration at June 14 council meeting

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of procedural items and a period for public comments. The council will consider minutes from several May 2022 sessions.

• Consideration of May 17, 2022, election canvass minutes
• Consideration of May 17, 2022, work session and public comment minutes
• Consideration of May 24, 2022, council meeting minutes
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on June 7, 2022, with no substantive policy decisions. The only action taken was approving the minutes from four prior meetings (May 17 and May 24, 2022) by an 8-0 vote. The meeting consisted of public comments on various topics, including police accountability, redistricting, supportive housing, short-term rentals, and property seizures. The meeting adjourned in honor of the 19 Uvalde victims.

• Approved minutes from May 17 Election Canvass, May 17 Work Session, May 17 Public Comment, and May 24 Council Meeting (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items, including funding allocations from the American Rescue Plan Act for infrastructure and cybersecurity. The agenda also includes a construction contract for the New Council Chamber Building and various utility service agreements. Additionally, the council will consider legal settlements and budget adjustments.

• Construction contract up to $87,076,188 for the New Council Chamber Building at Future City Hall
• Allocation of ARPA funds up to $3,675,000 for infrastructure and data protection initiatives
• Annual purchase agreement for fleet fuel cards up to $7,000,000
• Appropriation of $1,657,500 for escalator removal and replacement at Will Rogers Memorial Center
• Variance request for a gas well pad site at 800 NE 23rd Street

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $87,076,188 construction manager at risk contract with Linbeck Group for the new Council Chamber building and renovations to future City Hall at 100 Energy Way. The council also approved multiple consent agenda items, including water treatment chemical purchases, a $1.36M intersection improvement contract, and several ARPA fund allocations for infrastructure and cybersecurity. A zoning change for 408 Foch Street was approved, while several other zoning cases were continued to future meetings.

• Approved $87,076,188 contract with Linbeck Group for new Council Chamber and City Hall renovations (9-0)
• Approved $23,493,906.80 annual water treatment chemicals purchase agreements (9-0)
• Approved $1,359,871.55 contract for NW Loop 820 and Marine Creek Parkway intersection improvements (9-0)
• Approved $3,675,000 ARPA allocation for infrastructure and data protection (9-0)
• Approved $3,595,000 ARPA allocation for information and cyber security (9-0)
• Approved zoning change at 408 Foch Street from 'B' Two-Family to 'UR' Urban Residential (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 increase for outside legal counsel in Fitzgerald v. City of Fort Worth (8-1, Nettles dissenting)
• Continued gas well pad setback variance request to June 28, 2022 (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The Fort Worth City Council will review several departmental updates and reports during this worksession. Topics include the 2022 Stock Show and Rodeo economic impact, future City Hall plans, and water reclamation facility permits.

• Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo 2022 Economic Impact Report
• Update on Future City Hall
• Amending the Tree Fund Policy to support an Urban Forestry Master Plan
• Medstar 911 update
• Mary’s Creek Water Reclamation Facility Permit update

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on May 17, 2022, receiving informational reports and updates but taking no formal votes. Presentations included proclamations for Marshal Appreciation Week and EMS Week, recognitions, and updates on the alleyway maintenance program, tree fund policy, bond credit ratings, pool heating, the Stock Show and Rodeo economic impact, Medstar, future City Hall, and Mary's Creek Water Reclamation Facility. Council members requested additional information on several topics, such as alleyway maintenance options and sewer line deed issues.

• Presented proclamation for Marshal Appreciation Week
• Presented certificates of recognition to Marshals Leland Weber and Mario Guevara
• Introduced Joel McElhany as new Assistant Director in Parks and Recreation
• Recognized employees involved with 2022 Bond Program and Charter Amendment Election
• Presented proclamation honoring Emergency Medical Services Week
• Heard updates on alleyway maintenance, tree fund policy, bond credit ratings, pool heating, Stock Show and Rodeo, Medstar, future City Hall, and Mary's Creek Water Reclamation Facility
• No formal votes or resolutions adopted

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The meeting consists of a session for public comments and the consideration of minutes from previous meetings. No legislative actions or new topics are listed on this agenda.

• Review of May 3, 2022, work session and public comment minutes
• Review of May 10, 2022, council meeting minutes
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on May 17, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May 3 Work Session and Public Comment meetings and the May 10 Regular meeting by an 8-0 vote, with Council Member Nettles absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics, including short-term rentals, violence, and city policies.

• Approved minutes of May 3 Work Session, May 3 Public Comment, and May 10 Council Meeting (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on its May 10, 2022, agenda. These include authorizing payments for property repairs up to $2,300,000 and approving various utility infrastructure agreements. The council will also consider resolutions regarding the Stockyards District rezoning.

• Payment up to $2,300,000 for repairs to City properties damaged on May 2, 2021
• Software agreement with Accela, Inc. totaling approximately $969,488 over three years
• City participation up to $6,345,616.37 for the Chisholm Trail Ranch sewer main extension
• Resolution to initiate rezoning for properties in the Stockyards District
• Agreement with Zoll Medical Corporation for cardiac monitors up to $1,500,013.92 annually

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $14.7 million construction manager at risk contract for the new South Patrol Division facility, along with numerous consent agenda items including a $2.3 million repair appropriation and multiple zoning changes. The council also denied a carwash conditional use permit, continued several zoning cases, and appointed Leann Guzman as City Attorney.

• Approved $14,725,023 construction contract for new South Patrol Division facility (7-0)
• Approved $2.3 million for repairs to city properties from May 2021 storm (7-0)
• Denied CUP for self-serve carwash at 2501 NW Loop 820 (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved rezoning for Hazel Ventures at 3800 & 3820 Golden Triangle (7-0)
• Continued annexation of Rio Claro (421 acres) to June 14 meeting (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Leann Guzman as City Attorney (7-0)
• Approved rezoning for FWISD at 3201 South Hills Avenue (7-0)
• Denied rezoning for TotalEnergies at 4900 & 4950 Brentwood Stair Road (6-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several departmental reports and presentations during this worksession. Topics include February 2022 sales tax figures, transit partnerships, and the upcoming budget process.

• February 2022 Sales Tax Update
• Transit Partnership Projects update with NCTCOG, Trinity Metro, and TxDot
• Public-Private Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program update
• Fort Worth Employees’ Retirement Fund Update
• Presentation on Budget Process

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on May 3, 2022, receiving informational reports and presentations but taking no formal votes or decisions. Topics included sales tax, transit partnerships, diversity, EV charging stations, pavement markings, retirement fund, and budget process. Council members requested future agenda items, including earlier budget engagement and alley/sidewalk maintenance reports.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Heard sales tax update for February 2022
• Heard transit partnership update with NCTCOG, Trinity Metro, TxDot
• Heard management diversity report
• Heard public-private EV charging station program update
• Heard pavement markings update; council requested review of maintenance cycle
• Heard retirement fund update from PFM Consulting
• Heard budget process presentation; council requested earlier engagement

CITY COUNCIL

The meeting agenda consists of procedural items, including the consideration of minutes from several April 2022 meetings. The council will also host a session for public comments.

• Consideration of April 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment session

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on May 3, 2022, and approved the minutes from four prior meetings (April 12, 19, and 26, 2022) by a 7-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of April 12, 2022 Regular meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 Work Session (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 Public Comment meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 26, 2022 Regular meeting (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council meeting includes several items for approval regarding city infrastructure and utility services. Proposed actions include large contracts for water line replacements, drainage improvements, and roadway maintenance. The agenda also features resolutions related to blockchain technology and a clean fleet policy.

• $5,384,815.20 contract with Gra-Tex Utilities, Inc. for water and sewer replacement
• $2,282,000.00 project for the rehabilitation of city drainage infrastructure
• New water main capacity charges for Northside III development areas
• Amendment to rename Lakeshore Drive to West Shore Way
• $1,374,000.00 purchase agreement for auto body collision repairs

The Fort Worth City Council approved a 12-year master agreement with Axon Enterprises for police tasers, body cameras, and related systems, totaling up to $74.2 million. The council also adopted resolutions encouraging blockchain technology growth, the Open Space Strategy, and a Clean Fleet Policy, and approved a $10 million emergency rental assistance grant. Several zoning items were continued or denied, including a denial of a commercial rezoning on E. Rosedale Street.

• Approved Axon Enterprises master agreement for police tech, up to $74.2M over 12 years (9-0)
• Adopted resolution encouraging blockchain/crypto growth and accepting 3 Bitcoin mining machines (9-0)
• Adopted Fort Worth Open Space Strategy Report into Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Adopted Clean Fleet Policy (9-0)
• Approved $10M emergency rental assistance grant from Treasury via Tarrant County (9-0)
• Denied zoning ZC-21-175 for commercial/truck parking at 4309-4325 E. Rosedale St (9-0)
• Continued zoning ZC-22-009 for commercial use at 4329 E Rosedale St to May 24 (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 30+ items including contracts, ordinances, and donations (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss personnel matters in a closed session. The council will deliberate on the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of a City Attorney.

• Closed session deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, and duties of a City Attorney

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will receive a briefing regarding a proposed policing technology contract. The session also includes the Monthly Development Activity Report and an update on the Open Space Conservation Program & Strategy Report.

• Briefing on proposed policing technology contract
• Monthly Development Activity Report
• Open Space Conservation Program & Strategy Report Update

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. Members received a briefing on a proposed policing technology contract and requested additional details on data retention, camera policies, HOT lists, and costs before the April 26 council meeting. The council also heard updates on development activity and open space conservation, and requested future reports on street striping, Forest Park Pool heating, and crime-fighting funding.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at worksession
• Requested additional info on policing tech contract before April 26 meeting
• Council Member Beck requested report on Street Striping Maintenance Program
• Council Member Crain requested report on Forest Park Pool heating
• Mayor Pro Tem Bivens requested report on crime-fighting funding recipients

CITY COUNCIL

This agenda consists of procedural items including an invocation and pledges. The Council will consider minutes from the April 5, 2022, work session and public comment meeting. A session for public comments is also scheduled.

• Consideration of April 5, 2022, Work Session minutes
• Consideration of April 5, 2022, Public Comment minutes
• Public comments

The Fort Worth City Council met on April 19, 2022, and approved the minutes from the April 5 work session and public comment meeting, and the March 8 regular meeting, by a 7-0 vote. The meeting included public comments on various topics but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 Work Session and Public Comment meeting, and March 8, 2022 Regular meeting (7-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including budget amendments for multiple Public Improvement Districts. The meeting also addresses infrastructure contracts, public safety upgrades, and temporary street closures for a golf tournament.

• $5 million interlocal agreement and $1.5 million settlement for Trinity River Bridge project
• Temporary street closures for the 2022 Charles Schwab Challenge golf tournament
• $1,053,052.19 increase to public safety radio communications upgrade agreement
• $2.5 million increase to annual water treatment chemical purchase agreements
• $505,800 acquisition of an easement for the Alemeda HROM Storm Drain project

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $5 million allocation from American Rescue Plan Act funds for permanent supportive housing development, along with a $3 million allocation for a centralized campus for childcare, healthcare, and workforce development. The council also approved several zoning changes, including a heavy industrial zoning for a 186-acre NorthPoint development, and authorized bond issuances totaling over $500 million for water, sewer, and general purpose projects. All votes were 6-0 except for one 5-1 vote on adjusting art funding percentages.

• Approved $5M ARPA allocation for permanent supportive housing (6-0)
• Approved $3M ARPA contract with Center for Transforming Lives for centralized campus (6-0)
• Approved zoning for NorthPoint-186 heavy industrial (6-0)
• Approved $255M general purpose refunding and improvement bonds (6-0)
• Approved $150M water and sewer revenue bonds (6-0)
• Approved $91.2M water and sewer refunding bonds (6-0)
• Approved $1.5M interlocal agreement for Trinity River bridge settlement (6-0)
• Adjusted art funding percentage for bond programs (5-1)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss various city updates, including zoning changes and infrastructure projects. A key focus includes the allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Specifically, officials will review proposals for $5 million in permanent supportive housing and $3 million for the Berry/Riverside Campus.

• Proposed $5 million for development of permanent supportive housing
• Proposed $3 million for Berry/Riverside Campus, Center for Transforming Lives
• Zoning changes for Monticello (District 7) and Highland Hills (District 8)
• Bellaire Drive South lane reconfiguration and dedicated bike lanes
• Update on Stockyards Form-Based Code and Design Guidelines

CITY COUNCIL

This meeting includes the consideration of minutes from March 22 and March 29, 2022. The agenda also provides time for public comments.

• Approval of March 22, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of March 29, 2022, meeting minutes
• Public comments

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on April 5, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 22 and March 29 meetings by a 6-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments and adjournment.

• Approved minutes of March 22, 2022 Public Comment and Redistricting meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 29, 2022 Regular meeting (6-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will review several budget amendments and contract authorizations. Items include reallocating funds to the Crime Control and Prevention District Fund and applying for a federal airport improvement grant. The agenda also covers land acquisitions for parkland and various municipal service contracts.

• Reallocation of $2,392,714.00 to the Crime Control and Prevention District Fund
• Application for a $2,777,778.00 airport improvement grant at Alliance Airport
• Acquisition of 3 acres at 401 Woodhaven Boulevard for Woodhaven Park
• Contract for sidewalk construction on Lackland Road totaling $787,959.50
• Lease agreement with Eclipse Aerospace, Incorporated for industrial space in Fort Worth

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several versions of proposed redistricting maps. The agenda includes reviewing comments from the March 22, 2022 public hearing and discussing specific map iterations. The council intends to produce a final redistricting map.

• Review of comments from March 22, 2022 public hearing
• Discussion of Map v2 as Amended (dated 2/19/22)
• Discussion of Map v3 Horseshoe (dated 3/1/22)
• Discussion of Map v4 Horseshoe as Amended (dated 3/10/22)
• Production of final redistricting map

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council Worksession includes reports from the City Manager regarding economic development, infrastructure, and rental assistance. The agenda also features briefings on a proposed policing technology contract and community broadband plans.

• Briefing on a proposed policing technology contract
• DFW Airport 19th Street Cargo Redevelopment Project update
• Proposed update of the Stockyards Form-Based Code and Design Guidelines
• Bellaire Drive South reconfiguration of travel lanes and bike lanes
• Emergency Rental Assistance Program update

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will hold a public comment meeting on March 22, 2022. The agenda includes consideration of minutes from recent meetings and opportunities for public comments, which may include redistricting.

• Consideration of minutes from March 1 and March 8, 2022
• Public comments, including redistricting

The Fort Worth City Council approved the minutes from the March 1 work session and public comment meeting and the March 8 regular meeting by an 8-0 vote, with Council Member Firestone absent. The meeting consisted primarily of public comments on redistricting, with many residents speaking for, against, or undecided on the proposed district maps. Several residents also spoke in support of the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition's request for ARPA funds, and a few addressed police-related issues. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 1 work session, March 1 public comment, and March 8 regular meeting (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including large-scale vehicle purchases and street rehabilitation contracts. The meeting includes discussions on drainage project appropriations, road closures for construction, and appointments for the police department.

• Agreement for additional first responder vehicles up to $14,702,892.00
• Contract for 2022 Downtown Resurfacing Project in $5,147,570.84
• Purchase of a BearCat Armored Tactical Vehicle for $368,236.25
• Contract for 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project totaling $2,067,672.76
• Temporary closure of Merrick Street between Diaz Avenue and Como Park Avenue

The Fort Worth City Council approved the 2022 Comprehensive Plan and authorized the issuance of up to $72.185 million in tax notes for fire apparatus and future City Hall work. The council also approved a resolution to sue Netflix and other companies for unpaid franchise fees, and denied a rezoning request for a Near Southside property. Several zoning cases were continued to the April 12 meeting.

• Adopted 2022 Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Authorized $72.185M tax notes sale to Webster Bank at 1.73% TIC (8-0)
• Approved lawsuit against Netflix et al. for unpaid franchise fees (9-0)
• Denied rezoning at 2100 & 2120 W. Rosedale St. (9-0)
• Approved purchase of BearCat armored vehicle for police (5-3)
• Approved $565,781.60 contract for Violence Intervention Program (8-0)
• Approved 2021 building and fire code updates (9-0)
• Increased commercial garbage collection fees (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several reports, including sales tax updates and the FY21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The worksession includes discussions on proposed zoning changes in District 4 and a developer funding agreement for a drainage study. The agenda also covers building code adoption and floodplain ordinance revisions.

• Proposed zoning changes along Canyon Creek Trail and Timberview Court
• Developer funding agreement with Walsh Ranches Limited Partnership for a drainage study
• Presentation of the FY21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Adoption of the 2021 International Building Code
• Revisions to the Floodplain Provisions Ordinance

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on March 1, 2022, with no formal votes or decisions. The meeting included staff reports on upcoming events, employee recognitions, and informal reports on topics such as sales tax, building code adoption, and zoning changes. A presentation on the FY21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report was also given.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken during the worksession
• Heard informal reports on sales tax, building code, drainage, and zoning items
• Received presentation on FY21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

CITY COUNCIL

This agenda consists of procedural items for a public comment meeting. The Council will consider minutes from February 2022 sessions and host public comments.

• Consideration of February 15, 2022, work session and public comment minutes
• Consideration of February 22, 2022, council meeting minutes
• Public comments

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on March 1, 2022, and approved the minutes from the February 15 work session and public comment meeting, and the February 22 regular meeting, by an 8-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics and adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Feb. 15 work session, Feb. 15 public comment, and Feb. 22 regular meeting (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss redistricting maps. The agenda includes reviewing comments from the February 28 public hearing and discussing proposed map versions v2 and v3. Members will also discuss the process for refining and adopting a final map.

• Discussion of proposed redistricting maps v2 and v3
• Review of comments from the February 28 public hearing
• Discussion of the process to refine and adopt a final map

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed redistricting map. This session was specifically scheduled to address item 22-2054.

• Public hearing on proposed redistricting map (22-2054)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several large-scale infrastructure contracts and service agreements. Key discussions include major water utility upgrades, road rehabilitation, and funding for local chamber of commerce programs. Many items are presented on the consent agenda for approval.

• $22,097,691.00 project for Westside III/IV/V pump stations and ground storage tanks
• $14,663,252.60 contract for Westcliff drainage improvements and sewer rehabilitation
• $12,814,614.00 project for the Westside Water Treatment Plant backup generators
• $1,711,952.50 contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation on Church Street
• $165,446.00 artwork commission for the Stop Six community at Ramey Avenue and Stalcup Road

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $14.66 million construction contract for Westcliff drainage improvements and sewer rehabilitation, along with several other infrastructure and service contracts. All votes were unanimous (9-0). The council also approved contracts with the Hispanic and Black Chambers of Commerce to assist minority- and women-owned businesses, and adopted a resolution amending redistricting procedures.

• Approved $14,663,252.60 Westcliff drainage and sewer contract (9-0)
• Approved $20,993,000 Westside III water storage and pump station contract (9-0)
• Approved $12,297,000 Westside water plant backup generators contract (9-0)
• Approved $126,504 contract with Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (9-0)
• Approved $126,504 contract with Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 5532-02-2022 amending redistricting procedures (9-0)
• Approved $1,027,828.84 Mount View Avenue and Virginia Lane rehabilitation (9-0)
• Approved $929,690 concrete panel replacement contract with Makou Inc. (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review several proposed redistricting maps. The session includes briefings on Map v2 as amended, Map v3 as amended, and Map v4. These maps are being discussed for public review ahead of a scheduled hearing on February 24.

• Briefing on proposed redistricting maps (v2, v3, and v4)
• Discussion of maps for the February 24 public hearing

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports on COVID-19 strategic planning and economic development updates. The session includes discussions regarding land use changes for Casino Beach and the 2022 Comprehensive Plan. Officials will also discuss crime reduction strategies and fire department recruitment data.

• $11M General Fund allocation for arterial projects in the 2022 Bond Program
• Proposed land use change for Casino Beach
• Defense Economic Assistance Adjustment Grant for Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth
• Update on Panther Island Form-Based District development standards
• Presentation on AllianceTexas economic impact

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. They received informational briefings on the 2022 Bond and Charter Election schedule, debt financing, COVID-19 surge planning, and a strategy to reduce violent crime. Council members requested additional data and reports on various topics, including crime funding, firefighter recruitment, and hotel repurposing.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during worksession
• Heard update on 2022 Bond and Charter Election schedule
• Heard briefing on strategy to reduce violent crime
• Heard update on Solid Waste Fund sustainability
• Heard briefing on 2022 Housing Tax Credit application for Gala at Ridgmar

CITY COUNCIL

This agenda is for a public comment meeting consisting of procedural items. The council will consider the approval of minutes from several February 2022 meetings. A special presentation for Black History Month is also scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from February 1 and February 8, 2022 meetings
• Black History Month presentation by Council Member Chris Nettles
• Public comments session

The Fort Worth City Council met on February 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from four prior meetings: the February 1 work session and public comment meeting, the February 8 regular meeting, and the February 8 special called meeting on redistricting. The motion passed 8-0, with Council Member Cary Moon absent. The meeting also included public comments on topics such as redistricting, police reform, and elections, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the February 1, 2022 Work Session (motion 22-1970)
• Approved minutes of the February 1, 2022 Public Comment Meeting (motion 22-1971)
• Approved minutes of the February 8, 2022 Council Meeting (motion 22-1972)
• Approved minutes of the February 8, 2022 Special Called Meeting on redistricting (motion 22-2044)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss the initial map recommended by the Redistricting Task Force. The council will also consider approving a proposed redistricting map for public review and comment.

• Discussion of Initial Map Recommended by the Redistricting Task Force
• Consideration and Approval of a Proposed Redistricting Map for Public Review and Comment (22-2046)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing budget adjustments and several infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes ordinances to order May 7, 2022, elections for a debt program and proposed charter amendments.

• Ordinance ordering a May 7, 2002, election for the 2022 General Obligation Debt Program
• Contract for North Riverside Drive roadway widening in the amount of $4,125,601.45
• Engineering agreement for Big Fossil Creek Collector Parallel for $1,595,280.00
• Ordinance ordering a special election for thirteen proposed City Charter amendments
• Plumbing services contract up to $1,825,700.00

The Fort Worth City Council approved ordinances ordering a May 7, 2022, general obligation bond election, a special election for the District 4 council seat, and a special election on 13 proposed charter amendments, including a measure that would set council pay based on a percentage of department head salaries. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and appropriations, and acted on 21 zoning dockets, approving most, denying two, and continuing several to March 8.

• Ordered May 7, 2022 bond election for 2022 GO debt program (8-0)
• Ordered May 7, 2022 special election for District 4 council seat (8-0)
• Ordered May 7, 2022 charter amendment election on 13 propositions (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda with contracts, appropriations, and land dedications (9-0)
• Approved $4.13M North Riverside Drive widening contract (consent)
• Denied zoning for townhomes at John T White Rd (ZC-21-131) (8-0)
• Denied self-serve carwash CUP at 3201 White Settlement Rd (ZC-21-140r) (8-0)
• Approved zoning for 33 semi-truck parking spaces at 2359 Cunningham St (ZC-21-179) (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is holding a special called meeting for a public hearing. The session focuses on the redistricting map proposed by the Redistricting Task Force.

• Public hearing regarding the Redistricting Task Force's proposed redistricting map (22-2006)

The Fort Worth City Council held a special called public hearing on February 8, 2022, to receive comments on the redistricting map proposed by the Redistricting Task Force. Multiple residents spoke or submitted cards in support, opposition, or undecided. No decision or vote was taken during the hearing; it was purely a public comment session.

• Held public hearing on redistricting map proposed by Redistricting Task Force (no vote)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes presentations on the recommended initial redistricting map and the 2022 Debt Plan. Staff will also provide updates on water utility resiliency, rental assistance programs, and future City Hall plans.

• Presentation of recommended initial map for redistricting
• Presentation on the 2022 Debt Plan
• Update on Future City Hall
• Discussion of employee work-from-home policies
• Report on November 2021 sales tax update

CITY COUNCIL

This meeting is a public comment session for the Fort Worth City Council. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from January 2022 meetings and providing time for public comments. No legislative actions or decisions are scheduled.

• No substantive legislative items, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on February 1, 2022, and took one substantive action: approving the minutes from the January 18 work session and public comment meeting and the January 25 regular meeting, all by a 9-0 vote. The rest of the meeting consisted of public comments on redistricting and other topics, with no other decisions made.

• Approved minutes of Jan 18 work session, Jan 18 public comment meeting, and Jan 25 regular meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing budget amendments for the Crime Control and Prevention District, including a $30,220,627 transfer to renovate City Hall as a police facility. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding tax abatements for manufacturing and proposed land annexations.

• $30,220,627 transfer to renovate existing City Hall as a police facility
• Tax abatement for MP Magnetics LLC at 13840 Independence Parkway
• $410,000 land acquisition for the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
• Zoning change for AutoZone, Inc. on Avondale Haslet Road
• $3,068,406 in remodeling services agreements for city departments

The Fort Worth City Council approved a $30.2 million transfer from the Crime Control and Prevention District fund balance to renovate the existing City Hall as a police facility, along with other budget amendments. It also approved a seven-year tax abatement agreement with MP Magnetics LLC for a $100 million manufacturing facility at 13840 Independence Parkway. The consent agenda, including contracts for remodeling services, water meters, and a communications system agreement with Oak Leaf, was approved 8-0. All other motions passed 9-0.

• Approved $30.2M transfer for City Hall police facility renovation (9-0)
• Approved 7-year tax abatement for MP Magnetics $100M facility (9-0)
• Approved $3.07M remodeling services contracts (8-0)
• Approved $1.1M MSC Industrial Supply purchase agreement (8-0)
• Approved $1.6M DataProse utility bill printing contract (8-0)
• Approved $1.72M Ovation control system upgrade at Village Creek (8-0)
• Approved $410K land acquisition for Nature Center parkland (8-0)
• Approved $265K fire/EMS staffing study with Citygate Associates (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes updates on city operations, transportation plans, and the 2021 community survey results. The council will also review potential charter amendments and a proposed 2022 bond program.

• Tax abatement agreement with MP Materials
• Proposed 2022 Bond Program
• Zoning ordinance text amendment for car washes
• Regional transportation plans and federal funding
• Briefing on 2021 Community Survey Results

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes. Council directed staff to bring back a council salary option based on a percentage of department directors' average salary and to incorporate all proposed technical amendments for potential charter amendments. Several informational reports were presented, and council members requested future agenda items.

• Directed staff to prepare council salary option based on percentage of department directors' average salary
• Directed staff to incorporate all proposed technical amendments into charter amendment review

CITY COUNCIL

This agenda is for a public comment meeting and includes the consideration of minutes from several previous sessions. No other legislative items are listed.

• Consideration of minutes from December 2021 and January 2022 meetings

The Fort Worth City Council held a public comment meeting on January 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from six prior meetings (December 7, 14, 2021; January 4, 11, 2022) by a unanimous 9-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Dec 7, 2021 Work Session and Public Comment Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 14, 2021 Council Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 4, 2022 Work Session and Public Comment Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 11, 2022 Council Meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The meeting includes several consent agenda items regarding city services and infrastructure. The agenda covers contract amendments for streetscape improvements, police department leases, and federal grant usage.

• Rejection of all bids received for the 2022 Downtown Resurfacing Project
• Engineering services agreement for Horne Street Streetscape Improvement Project up to $1,314,503
• Lease agreement for a Fort Worth Police Department storefront at 5300 Sun Valley Drive
• Allocation of Tarrant and Denton Appraisal District budgets up to $3,068,711
• Purchase agreement for the Lake Como Boardwalk Trail Project in the amount of $200,000

The Fort Worth City Council approved a 10-year contract with Craft Culinary Concepts, LLC for food and beverage services at the Will Rogers Memorial Center, with amendments to keep catering available to outside caterers and to develop a local business equity participation process. The council also approved numerous consent agenda items, including contracts, grants, and zoning changes, and continued several items to future meetings.

• Approved 10-year food/beverage contract with Craft Culinary Concepts (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (9-0)
• Approved $3.07M for appraisal district budgets (9-0)
• Approved $8M energy assistance grant acceptance (9-0)
• Approved $7M water assistance program funds (9-0)
• Approved $877,500 in donations for The Hub multipurpose center (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved zoning change for Southside City Church (9-0)
• Denied zoning change at 1400 & 1410 E Berry St (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will receive briefings on homelessness reduction programs and the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The session also includes presentations regarding Municipal Court outreach and the City Charter Election.

• Briefing on programs to reduce homelessness
• Update on Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Presentation on Municipal Court programs and outreach strategies
• Presentation on City Charter Election
• Report on sales tax updates and East Lancaster Avenue distribution

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession with no formal votes or decisions. Members received briefings on homelessness programs, the economic development strategic plan, municipal court programs, and a potential city charter election. Council members also requested future agenda items on paper license plates, COVID-19, gun violence, and game room enforcement.

• No formal actions taken; worksession only
• Heard briefing on Programs to Reduce Homelessness
• Heard update on Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Heard presentation on Municipal Court Programs and Outreach Strategies
• Heard presentation on City Charter Election
• Council requested future updates on paper license plates, COVID-19, gun violence, game rooms

CITY COUNCIL

This meeting consists of a session for public comments. No other legislative items or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comments

The Fort Worth City Council met on January 4, 2022, for a public comment session. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted solely of public comments on various topics. The council adjourned at 6:27 p.m.