Fort Worth public meetings in 2023

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including property insurance policies, homebuyer assistance changes, and various municipal contracts. Discussion includes flood mitigation grants, sidewalk improvements, and water/sewer charge adjustments.

• Purchase of city property insurance not to exceed $11,200,000.00
• Increase maximum homebuyer assistance for down payments and closing costs to $25,000.00
• Application for FEMA grants up to $50,000,000.00 each for Upper Lebow Flood Mitigation Project
• Sidewalk improvement task order construction services not to exceed $1,500,000.00
• Amendment to water and sewer charges increasing annual cost adjustments from 2% to 4%

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is conducting a worksession covering various departmental reports and administrative updates. Discussion topics include recruitment processes, program policy changes, and economic development roles.

• Adoption of the 2024 Federal Legislative and Administrative Agenda
• Homebuyer Assistance Program Policy Change
• Judicial Pay Recommendation for FY 24
• Lease Amendment regarding Sheep and Swine Barn Renovation Debt Payments
• Selection of proposed 2024 Neighborhood Improvement Program Target Areas

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

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

• Review of October 31, 2023 Council Meeting minutes
• Review of November 7, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Review of November 7, 2023 Public Comment minutes
• Review of November 14, 2023 Council Meeting minutes
• Public Comments

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several infrastructure and utility items on the consent agenda. This includes a large contract for water and sanitary sewer replacement and an EPA grant application for environmental assessments in specific neighborhoods. The council will also consider denying a proposed rate increase from CoServ Gas, Ltd.

• $5,916,688.00 contract with Gra-Tex Utilities, Inc. for water and sanitary sewer replacement
• EPA grant of up to $500,000.00 for environmental site assessments in specific neighborhoods
• Ordinance denying a proposed rate increase by CoServ Gas, Ltd
• $784,216.00 agreement for the FTW Gate 1 Turn Lane Project
• $70,000.00 agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for an audio detection system

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review several items, including the adoption of the 2023 Comprehensive Plan ordinance. The agenda also includes various contract approvals for transportation, utilities, and public art management.

• Adoption of the 2023 Comprehensive Plan ordinance
• $7,993,069.09 construction contract for Taxiway Papa Extension at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport
• $1,786,370.00 contract with Arts Fort Worth for public art program management
• $2,200,000.00 agreement with AECOM Technical Services for the Transportation Master Plan
• $1,544,859.00 gas sales agreement with Cokinos Energy Corporation

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review several reports including sales tax revenue and a TIF annual report. Presentations are scheduled regarding filling police vacancies and the proposed 2024 Housing Tax Credit Policy.

• August 2023 Sales Tax Revenue Update
• FY2023 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Annual Report
• Presentation on Filling Police Vacancies
• Presentation on Proposed 2024 Housing Tax Credit Policy

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

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

• Consideration of meeting minutes from September and October 2023
• Public comments (item 23-0659)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes presentations on zoning notification procedures and an update on the future City Hall project. The agenda also features reports on development activity, management diversity, and the Trinity River Waterwheel Initiative.

• Presentation on Zoning Notifications Policy/Procedure
• Update on Future City Hall
• Management Diversity Review report
• Monthly Development Activity Report
• Trinity River Waterwheel Initiative update

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The scheduled City Council public comment meeting for October 24, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No official business or public comments were conducted.

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items, including grant acceptances for airport maintenance and fire safety. The council will also consider water main capacity charges and funding for school safety projects. Additionally, the meeting includes presentations of various community proclamations.

• Bond application for Tradition Municipal Utility District No. 2B up to $12,330,000.00
• Water Main Capacity Charge of $1,277,879.72 per million gallons per day for Northside IV extension
• Safe Routes to School funding for A M Pate and A V Cato Elementary schools
• Property acquisition at 8509 Marks Lane for Fort Worth Nature Center ($555,000.00)
• FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant up to $204,761.90

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports on sales tax updates and a proposed storm water utility fee increase for fiscal year 2024. The session also includes briefings on the Stockyards transportation study and the Downtown Strategic Action Plan.

• Fiscal Year 24 Storm Water Utility Fee Increase
• Police Department procedures regarding stolen firearms and vacancy priorities
• Proposed Economic Development Program Agreement with Goldenrod Services, LLC
• Briefing on Stockyards Transportation Study
• Presentation on Plan 2033 - Downtown Strategic Action Plan

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The scheduled City Council Public Comment meeting for October 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The agenda consisted of procedural items including the call to order, invocation, and consideration of previous meeting minutes.

• Meeting cancellation

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is holding a special called meeting. The primary agenda item involves a resolution to nominate candidates for the Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors.

• Resolution nominating candidates for Tarrant Appraisal District Board of Directors (23-0612)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will review several consent agenda items including funding for water and police services. Discussions include budget reallocations for housing projects, road closures, and various municipal contracts.

• Reallocation of $400,000 in CDBG funds to a Habitat for Humanity townhome project on Carver Drive
• Agreement with Botanical Research Institute of Texas, Inc. up to $6,338,500 for garden capital projects
• Acceptance of Homeland Security Grants totaling up to $3,481,874.31
• Legal services retainer for Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP not to exceed $150,000 regarding short-term rental ordinances
• Appropriation of $329,838.60 for the Guardrail Design & Construction Project

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council worksession includes reports from the City Manager on various city updates. Presentations are scheduled regarding Fort Worth Public Schools academic performance and recommendations from the Task Force on Race and Culture.

• Presentation on Fort Worth Public Schools Academic Performance Report
• Briefing on 2017-2018 Task Force on Race and Culture recommendations
• Tarrant County 9-1-1 Budget Overview
• Update on broadband services
• HVAC assistance programs report

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is designated for public comments. The agenda includes the consideration of minutes from several previous meetings held in August and September 2023.

• Minutes from August 22, 2023 Council Meeting
• Minutes from August 24, 2023 Budget Work Session
• Minutes from August 29, 2023 Work Session
• Minutes from August 29, 2023 Public Comment
• Minutes from September 7, 2023 Budget Work Session

CITY COUNCIL

The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 tax rate. Members are also scheduled to adopt the fiscal year 2024 operating budget and capital improvement program. Additionally, the agenda includes revisions to water and wastewater rates and changes to police and fire department staffing.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2023 tax rate
• Adoption of the FY 2024 operating budget and capital improvement program
• Revisions to wholesale and retail water and wastewater service rates
• Ordinance increasing police department staffing by 63 positions
• Ordinance amending fire department staffing and salaries

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing multiple consent agenda items including legal fees, water service funds, and public works contracts. Discussion includes street improvements, park upgrades, and utility projects across several city districts.

• Increase of $400,000.00 for legal counsel in the Joel F. Fitzgerald, Sr. v. City of Fort Worth lawsuit
• Purchase of highway safety products up to $2,465,013.28 for multiple departments
• Appropriation of $2,284,224.00 for the Citywide Transportation Master Plan
• Contract with Peachtree Construction, Ltd. for $757,750.00 for Rosemont area street rehabilitation
• Contract with Klutz Construction, LLC for $2,445,528.50 for Haltom Road mitigation project

City Council approved a series of appropriation ordinances and service agreements via a 11-0 consent agenda vote. Key actions included funding for the Citywide Transportation Master Plan and various street rehabilitation projects. The council also authorized several vendor contracts for public safety, human resources, and code compliance.

• Approved $2.28M to fund the Citywide Transportation Master Plan
• Approved $2.45M contract with Klutz Construction, LLC for Haltom Road improvements
• Approved $757,750 contract with Peachtree Construction, Ltd. for Rosemont area street rehab
• Approved $2.46M for highway safety products and equipment via BuyBoard
• Approved $1M annual contract with AutoReturn US, LLC for law enforcement tow software
• Approved $1.55M annual contract with Alight Solutions, LLC for health care concierge services
• Approved $450,000 in funding for Devoyd Jennings Business Assistance Center and Guinn Elementary renovations
• Approved ordinance vacating portions of Jennings Avenue and Butler Street for Tobias Place affordable housing

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is conducting a work session regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Discussions include property tax rates, fee changes, and water and sewer rates.

• Property Tax Rate Discussion
• Water and Sewer Rates
• Stormwater Fees
• Fee Ordinance
• Budget Ordinance

The City Council conducted a work session to review budget responses, property tax rates, and fee changes. No formal votes were taken; the session consisted of presentations and requests for additional information from staff.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review reports regarding the FY2024 DFW Airport Budget and recruitment processes for FWLab and Library directors. The session also includes updates on water utility shut-off practices and a briefing on the annual audit plan.

• FY2024 Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport Budget report
• Recruitment processes for FWLab Director and Library Director
• Medical Director reporting structure in EMS and Fire Operations
• Water Utility Shut-Off Practices update
• Briefing on the Annual Audit Plan

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes from August 2023 meetings. The agenda also includes a session for public comments.

• Approval of minutes from August 8, 10, and 15, 2023
• Public comment session

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from four previous meetings held in August 2023. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2023 Public Comment meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2023 Budget Work Session (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2023 Work Session (9-0)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2023 Public Comment meeting (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is reviewing recommendations for the FY2024 budget. Discussions include the Water Utility recommended budget, solid waste fees, and fire staffing plans. The session also covers neighborhood services, economic development, and long-term infrastructure needs.

• Recommended FY2024 Budget for Fort Worth Water Utility
• Proposed FY2024 Solid Waste Fees
• Plan to implement Fire Ad Hoc Staffing Recommendation
• FY2024 Recommended Budget for Park and Recreation Department
• Discussion of long-term infrastructure needs

The City Council conducted a work session to review recommended FY 2024 budgets and operational plans for various city departments. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded; the session consisted of staff presentations and council member requests for additional information.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will review a recommended property tax rate of $0.6725 per $100 of valuation, which would result in increased tax revenue for fiscal year 2024. The agenda also includes an ordinance to suspend proposed CoServ Gas, Ltd. rate increases while legal counsel studies them. Additionally, the council will consider several infrastructure contracts and public improvement district budgets.

• Recommended property tax rate of $0.6725 per $100 of valuation
• Ordinance to suspend proposed CoServ Gas, Ltd. rate increases
• $6,050,404 contract for the Greenleaf Sump Storm Drain Project
• $6,476,198 funding agreement for Bomber Spur Trail Phase I
• $100,000 Petco Love Grant for animal welfare programs

City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including infrastructure projects, office lease terminations, and grant acceptances. Key actions included a major storm drain contract and the suspension of proposed gas rate increases.

• Approved $6,050,404.00 contract for Central City Greenleaf Sump Storm Drain Project
• Approved ordinance suspending proposed rate increases by CoServ Gas, Ltd.
• Approved $1,098,189.95 payment for early termination of office lease at 100 Energy Way
• Approved $100,000.00 Petco Love Grant for animal welfare programs
• Approved $1,482,000.00 city participation for Bomber Spur Trail Phase I Project
• Approved sale of tax-foreclosed property at 5224 Ramey Avenue to Lisa's Little Angels Learning Center, LLC for $85,657.00
• Approved sale of tax-foreclosed property at 5216 Vinson Street to the City for $4,085.60
• Withdrawn M&C 23-0702 regarding Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Contract 101

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss proposed tax abatement agreements with Siemens and Drink Pak. The worksession also includes updates on affordable housing plans and the future City Hall. Additionally, staff will provide reports on development activity and door-to-door vendors.

• Proposed tax abatement agreements with Siemens and Drink Pak
• Affordable Housing and Neighborhood Conservation Plans update
• Texas Enterprise Zone Nomination for Gulfstream Aerospace Services Corporation
• Update on Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budgets for Operating PIDs and Tourism PID
• Briefing on One Second Collaborative involving the Police Department and United Way

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff presentations and reports. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting focused on briefings and requests for additional information.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The agenda consists of procedural items and a session for public comments. The City Council will consider minutes from recent work sessions and public comment periods.

• Approval of August 1, 2023, Work Session minutes
• Approval of August 1, 2023, Public Comment minutes
• Approval of August 8, 2023, Special Called Work Session minutes
• Public comment session (23-0478)

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from three previous sessions. Residents spoke on various topics including libraries, homelessness, and the city budget, but no official actions were taken on these comments.

• Approved minutes for August 1 Work Session (9-0)
• Approved minutes for August 1 Public Comment meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes for August 8 Special Called Work Session (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY2024 budget. This includes reviewing the recommended tax rate, exemptions, and budget allocations. The council will also review police staffing plans.

• Recommended FY2024 tax rate, exemptions, and allocation
• Review of police staffing plans
• Budget response review for Police Staffing Plan BR 24-003

The City Council conducted a work session to review the recommended tax rate and police staffing plans. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review the City Manager's recommended FY2024 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes reports regarding 2023 tax rates, appraisal rolls, and collection rates.

• Submission of 2023 No-New-Revenue and Voter-Approval Tax Rates
• Submission of 2023 Certified Appraisal Roll and Certified Collection Rate
• Presentation of recommended FY2024 Operating & Capital Budgets

The City Council held a work session to review the City Manager's recommended FY2024 Operating & Capital Budgets. No formal votes were taken; council members requested additional data on public works, police staffing, taxes, and homelessness funding.

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items including municipal service agreements, grant acceptances, and land acquisitions. Discussions include funding for housing services, road maintenance, and water utility updates.

• MuniCap, Inc. consulting contract not to exceed $405,000.00 annually
• Grants from Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs totaling approximately $587,579.00
• Downtown Resurfacing Project funding of $205,061.00
• CentrePort Trail Phase I cost increase to $9,610,470.00
• Lake Arlington Force Main and Lift Station easement acquisition for $275,942.00

City Council approved a consent agenda including a major funding application for crime prevention and various infrastructure and service contracts. The council also authorized several land acquisitions and professional service agreements.

• Approved $130,727,653.00 FY 2024 funding application to Crime Control and Prevention District
• Approved $405,000 annual contract with MuniCap, Inc. for PID consulting
• Approved $205,061 appropriation for 2022 Downtown Resurfacing Project
• Denied Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC application to amend distribution cost recovery factor
• Approved $9,000,000 annual Aetna Life Insurance Company Medicare Advantage plan
• Approved $275,942 purchase of sewer facility and construction easements at 4793 East Loop 820 South
• Approved $126,042 right-of-way easement acquisition at 1373-1377 Avondale-Haslet Road
• Approved $2,039,000 cooperative purchasing agreement with Sigma Surveillance, Inc.

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will discuss the 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for federal housing and community development grant funds. The session includes reports on street maintenance schedules and a capital budget funding swap for the Will Rogers Memorial Center. Additionally, officials will provide updates on the Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the selection of a Police Advisory Board.

• 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for federal housing and community development grants
• Report on the City's streets maintenance schedule
• Will Rogers Memorial Center capital budget funding swap
• Annual update on Fort Worth Botanic Garden operations
• Update on selection of Police Advisory Board

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council is holding a meeting for public comments. The agenda includes the consideration of minutes from several previous meetings held in June 2023.

• Consideration of June 6, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Consideration of June 6, 2023 Public Comment minutes
• Consideration of June 13, 2023 Council Meeting minutes
• Consideration of June 20, 2023 Special Called Meeting minutes
• Consideration of June 27, 2023 Council Meeting minutes

The City Council met for a public comment session where the only substantive action was the approval of several meeting minutes from June 2023. Various residents provided public comments on topics including zoning, environmental impacts, and police reform.

• Approved minutes for June 6 Work Session, June 6 Public Comment, June 13 Council Meeting, June 20 Special Called Meeting, and June 27 Council Meeting (11-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing various consent agenda items including capital improvement projects, municipal grants, and service contracts. Discussion includes funding for parks, airport maintenance, and public safety equipment.

• Increase of appropriations for North Z. Boaz Park Improvements Project
• $75,000.00 donation for Highland Hills Park & Community Center improvements
• Acceptance of a wildland fire apparatus valued at approximately $300,000.00
• Road improvement agreement for Farm Market 156 and Intermodal Parkway intersection ($930,000.00 city participation)
• $20,000.00 reallocation to fund Texas Historical Commission Grant for historic resources survey

City Council approved a consent agenda including various appropriation ordinances for park and airport improvements, fire department equipment, and road projects. The council also authorized several service agreements for water department maintenance and city-wide janitorial and locksmith services.

• Approved $1.03M agreement for FM 156 and Intermodal Parkway intersection improvements
• Approved $300,000 sole source agreement with LBS Enterprises for concrete sealant
• Approved acceptance of a wildland fire apparatus valued at approximately $300,000
• Approved $3M for grounds maintenance equipment and supplies via BuyBoard
• Approved $1M agreement with Prime Controls, L.P. for SCADA maintenance
• Approved $300,000 for community engagement consulting for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan
• Approved $100,000 for Central Multimodal Mobility Hub concept planning
• Approved continued closure of Cravens Road between Baylor Street and Oakdale Road through Jan 31, 2025

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council will certify the official returns from the June 10, 2023, run-off election for City Council District 11. The meeting includes the presentation of the certificate of election and the administration of the oath of office.

• Canvassing of the June 10, 2023, Run-Off Election for District 11

The City Council met to certify the official returns for the June 10, 2023, run-off election. The council approved the results and administered the oath of office to the new representative for District 11.

• Approved Resolution No. 5755-06-2023 canvassing the District 11 run-off election results (5-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including infrastructure projects and service contracts. Proposed actions include funding for the Evans Plaza Restoration and renovations at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. The council will also consider street reconstruction updates and various department purchase agreements.

• Appropriation up to $4,000,000.00 for Sheep & Swine Barn renovation at Will Rogers Memorial Center
• $1,257,596.29 for Evans Plaza Restoration and Evans Avenue Community Park Project
• $484,466.30 change order for Trinity Boulevard street reconstruction
• $74,211.11 contract for artwork at Fire Station 26
• Up to $2,215,171.00 for tree removal and pruning services

The City Council approved a series of consent items including funding for the WRMC Sheep & Swine Barn Renovation Project. Other actions included authorizing legal counsel for firefighting foam claims and approving multiple city infrastructure and equipment contracts.

• Approved up to $4M for WRMC Sheep & Swine Barn Renovation Project
• Approved hiring outside legal counsel for firefighting foam product claims
• Approved $1.25M for Evans Plaza Restoration and Evans Avenue Community Park Project
• Approved $484,466.30 change order for Trinity Boulevard street reconstruction
• Approved $141,000 annual agreement with Plywood Company of Fort Worth, Inc.
• Approved $1.08M for police department evidence screening and DNA testing
• Approved $2.21M for citywide tree removal and pruning services
• Approved ordinance updating stormwater utility rate definitions

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes departmental reports on topics such as firearm thefts and community center security. The Council will also review the FY2024 budget engagement plan and 911 funding reallocation.

• Architectural services for City Hall remodel and new parking structure
• Proposed fee increase for the Environmental Collection Center (ECC)
• Tarrant County 911 District funding reallocation
• Final report of the 1300 Gendy Task Force
• Requirements and costs to open a small business in Fort Worth

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting is designated for public comments. The agenda includes the consideration of several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Minutes from May 2, 2023 Work Session (23-0040)
• Minutes from May 2, 2023 Public Comment (23-0042)
• Minutes from May 9, 2023 Council Meeting (23-0044)
• Minutes from May 16, 2023 Joint City Council and Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund Board Meeting (23-0367)
• Minutes from May 16, 2023 Work Session (23-0046)

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from several meetings held in May 2023. Residents addressed the council on various topics, including the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge and police conduct, but no legislative actions were taken on these comments.

• Approved minutes for May 2, May 9, May 16, and May 23 meetings (10-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The City Council is considering a new sewer charge per acre for Chisholm Trail Ranch and several large water infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes approvals for enterprise zone nominations and utility service agreements.

• $4,828,791.50 contract for Village Creek Water Reclamation gas line
• New $4,182.89 per acre sewer charge for Chisholm Trail Ranch Section 3
• $145,000 appropriation for West Vickery Boulevard traffic signal improvements
• Agreement with Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. up to $266,000 annually
• Tax exemptions for historic properties at 2125 Mistletoe Avenue and 1713 S Adams Street

The City Council approved a consent agenda including several professional service agreements, land sales, and enterprise project nominations. Key actions included suspending proposed rate increases by SiEnergy, LP and authorizing grants for homeless youth services.

• Approved $74,412 grant for Homeless Housing and Services Program-Youth (Appropriation Ordinance No. 26174-05-2023)
• Approved ordinance suspending rate increases proposed by SiEnergy, LP (Ordinance No. 26175-05-2023)
• Approved $900,000 agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. for drainage and floodplain review services
• Approved $900,000 agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for drainage services
• Approved sale of 14 city surplus properties to various buyers for highest bid amounts
• Approved enterprise project nominations for Alcon Research, LLC, Bell Textron, Inc., and Higbee Louisiana, LLC
• Approved $266,000 annual agreement for gases and delivery with Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. and Red Ball Oxygen Co. Inc.
• Approved $145,000 appropriation for West Vickery Boulevard at Riverbend Boulevard pedestrian and traffic signal improvements

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is reviewing several departmental reports and proposed programs. Discussions include an economic development agreement with Cassso Land Company and a ten-year review of tax rates and property values.

• Proposed Economic Development Program Agreement with Cassso Land Company
• Ten Year Review of Tax Rates, Property Values, Assessed/Net Taxable Values and Exemptions
• Convenience Fee Increase for Pay-By-Phone Parking Service
• Proposed Formation of Historic Fort Worth Stockyards, Inc.
• Renaming the Training Room at the Hazel Harvey Peace Center for Neighborhoods

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The meeting was held for public comment. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were recorded in the minutes.

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council will certify the official returns from the May 6, 2023, general election for Mayor and several council districts. The meeting includes declaring the election results and scheduling a run-off election for June 10, 2023.

• Certification of official returns for Mayor and City Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11
• Resolution 23-0334 to declare election results and a run-off election for June 10, 2023
• Administration of oath of office

The City Council adopted a resolution certifying the results of the May 6, 2023, general election. The council declared winners for Mayor and nine districts, while a run-off election was called for District 11. Newly elected members took the oath of office.

• Adopted Resolution No. 5734-05-2023 canvassing general election returns
• Declared a run-off election for City Council District 11 for June 10, 2023

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including infrastructure projects and service agreements. These include decisions on sewer repairs, road safety improvements, and airport maintenance. The meeting also includes presentations for local community recognitions.

• $1,000,000 contract with William J. Schultz, Inc. for sewer main extension and replacement
• Up to $3,000,000 agreement with Stripe-A-Zone, LLC for pavement markings and installation
• $1,930,314 engineering contract amendment for the Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport noise mitigation project
• $452,961 total cost for right-of-way easement acquisition for the Cromwell Marine Creek Road Widening Project
• Up to $1,500,000 agreement with Iteris, Inc. for traffic signal systems and safety barrier products

The City Council approved a series of consent agenda items including equipment purchases, land acquisitions, and service agreements. Key actions included funding for airport tower repairs and several transportation and utility contracts. One item regarding a reimbursement agreement for Walsh Ranch/Quail Valley was continued to June 13, 2023.

• Approved $19,665 for window shade replacement at Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (9-0)
• Approved $3M annual agreement with Stripe-A-Zone, LLC for pavement markings (9-0)
• Approved $1.5M annual agreement with Iteris, Inc. for traffic signal systems (9-0)
• Approved $452,961 for right-of-way and drainage easements for Cromwell Marine Creek Road Widening Project (9-0)
• Approved $1M contract with Circle C Construction Company for sewer main work (9-0)
• Approved $513,142.22 emergency contract with Conatser Construction TX, LP for North Tarrant Parkway/I-35W repair (9-0)
• Approved $804,000 for replacing computer room air conditioning units via Johnson Controls Inc. (9-0)
• Tabled reimbursement agreement for Public Improvement District 16 – Walsh Ranch/Quail Valley to June 13, 2023

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to discuss various city operations and departmental reports. Topics include police technology, traffic safety on arterial streets, and staffing for community centers.

• Efforts to reduce high-speed traffic and reckless driving
• Smart street lights and gunshot detection technologies
• Use of Flock camera search functions
• Towing management contract discussion
• Multifamily and detached multifamily unit development quantities

The Fort Worth City Council held a worksession on May 2, 2023, receiving informal reports on topics including downtown library updates, efforts to reduce high-speed traffic and reckless driving, smart street lights and gunshot detection technologies, Flock camera search functions, a towing management contract, multifamily development, agenda posting options, project management at Will Rogers, staffing of community centers and aquatic facilities, and a streetlight program status update. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The agenda consists of procedural items including the approval of April 2023 meeting minutes. This meeting is dedicated to a period for public comments and contains no specific legislative topics.

• Approval of April 11, 18, and 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Public comment session

CITY COUNCIL

The council will review several consent agenda items, including budget amendments for various Public Improvement Districts. The meeting also addresses infrastructure projects and technology service contracts.

• Amendment to add approximately 27.028 acres to the American Airlines economic development agreement
• Settlement of a $238,432.00 claim in a lawsuit involving the City and Fort Worth Police Department
• Temporary closure of the Village Creek Road Bridge (US 280) for Southeast Connector construction
• Purchase agreement for mobile data computers with GTS Technology Solutions, Inc.
• Land acquisitions for the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

City Council approved a series of budget amendments for multiple Public Improvement Districts and authorized several land acquisitions for parkland and road projects. The council also approved various service contracts and a $238,432.00 legal settlement.

• Approved $238,432.00 settlement for Abraham Prado (9-0)
• Approved $500,000.00 for animal shelter maintenance and welfare (9-0)
• Approved $300,000.00 to acquire 8612 Shelby Lane for Nature Center and Refuge (9-0)
• Approved $475,000.00 to acquire 8617 Marks Lane for Nature Center and Refuge (9-0)
• Approved $215,359.00 for right-of-way easement at 1029 Avondale-Haslet Road (9-0)
• Approved $273,056.00 for three bridge rehabilitation projects (9-0)
• Approved temporary closure of Village Creek Road Bridge from June 9, 2023 to April 4, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved $2,000,000.00 annual contract for water department switchgear services (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review several departmental reports and updates. Topics include stormwater project reimbursement plans, police turnover, and potential regulations for alcohol sales near childcare facilities.

• Fort Worth Central City Stormwater and Water Project Costs and Reimbursement Plan
• Economic Development Program Agreement with Sinclair Digital Services, Inc.
• Extending Community Center Hours of Operation
• Regulating Sale of Alcohol Near Child-Care Facilities
• Briefing about Gun Violence Unit

The City Council conducted a work session consisting of staff reports and briefings. No formal actions were taken, and no items were voted upon or decided during the meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of procedural items and a period for public comments. The Council will consider minutes from the April 4, 2023, work session and public comment meeting.

• Approval of April 4, 2023, Work Session minutes
• Approval of April 4, 2023, Public Comment minutes
• Public comments

The City Council met for a public comment session where the only substantive action taken was the approval of previous meeting minutes. Residents provided public comments on various topics, including police, housing, and community conflict, but no council action was taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of April 4, 2023 Work Session (9-0)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2023 Public Comment meeting (9-0)

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The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items including water utility service contracts and airport improvement grants. The meeting also includes discussions on road closures for a golf tournament and various capital improvement appropriations.

• Sole source agreement with Paymentus Corporation for $4,533,000.00 for water bill processing
• FAA grant acceptance up to $9,000,000.00 for runway and lighting improvements at Meacham International Airport
• Water main capacity charge of $112,162.11 per million gallons per day for Trinity Boulevard Reconstruction
• Reallocation of $95,000.00 from the Guinn School Project to the E. Rosedale Underpass Project
• Temporary street closures and one-way conversions for the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club

City Council authorized multiple bond sales totaling over $510 million for general purpose, drainage, and water/sewer projects. The council also approved tax abatement agreements for Carhartt Inc. and two residential/commercial properties. Various zoning changes and municipal contracts were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved $180M in General Purpose Bonds (9-0)
• Approved $190M in Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds (9-0)
• Approved $94M in Combination Tax and Revenue Certificates for City Hall and Convention Center (9-0)
• Approved $50M in Drainage Utility System Revenue Bonds (9-0)
• Approved 7-year tax abatement for Carhartt Inc. distribution center at 16101 Wolff Crossing (9-0)
• Approved $4.53M sole source agreement with Paymentus Corporation for water utility bill processing (9-0)
• Approved zoning for automated carwash at 4444 South Freeway (9-0)
• Denied zoning change for 3600 Rosedale Street without prejudice (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review various city reports and proposed actions. Discussion items include economic development agreements, police academy diversity, and municipal election outreach.

• Amendment No. 1 to Economic Development Program Agreement with American Airlines, Inc.
• Proposed contract amendment with CDFI Friendly America, LLC
• Update on Fiscal Year 2023 mid-year adjustments for operating PIDs and Tourism PID
• Will Rogers Memorial Center Sheep and Swine Barn design agreement
• Visit Fort Worth contract renewal

The City Council conducted a work session featuring staff reports and presentations on city operations. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this meeting.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The City Council approved the minutes for four previous meetings held between February 28 and March 21, 2023. The remainder of the meeting consisted of public comments on various topics, with no further official actions taken.

• Approved minutes for February 28, March 7 (Work Session), March 7 (Public Comment), and March 21, 2023 meetings (8-0)

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The City Council will review several consent agenda items including water utility charges, property acquisitions for parkland, and municipal contracts. These items cover diverse areas such as aviation, public safety, and community development projects.

• Sewer per acre charge of $2,144.68 for Tradition Central Sewer upsizing
• Water main capacity charge of $38,840.24 per million gallons per day for LPC Bluestone Development
• Voluntary acquisition of properties at 8600 Marks Lane and 8559 Marks Lane for Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge
• Street closure request for the 2023 Main Street Fort Worth Arts Festival
• Appropriation of $43,204.00 for the Gate 1 Turn Lane Project at Meacham International Airport

City Council approved the 2023 Comprehensive Plan with some sections continued for further review. The body also authorized several land acquisitions, economic development agreements, and zoning reclassifications.

• Approved 2023 Comprehensive Plan as amended (9-0)
• Approved $1.5M economic development agreement with ProbablyMonsters, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $4.5M recycling services agreement with WM Recycle America, LLC (9-0)
• Approved $3.75M purchase of 12 street sweepers for Code Compliance (9-0)
• Denied zoning request for 4309 Village Creek Road from One-Family to Light Industrial (9-0)
• Approved zoning for 500-800 blocks Blue Mound Road West to Light Industrial (9-0)
• Authorized eminent domain for 0.0059 acres at 301 S. Sylvania Avenue for bike lane project (9-0)
• Approved $1.2M for temporary staffing for Aviation and Neighborhood Services (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council is holding a worksession to review various city reports and presentations. Topics include proposed permanent supportive housing, street light repair timelines, and a tax abatement agreement with Carhartt Inc.

• Proposed Casa de Suenos permanent supportive housing project in Las Vegas Trail neighborhood
• Proposed tax abatement agreement with Carhartt Inc.
• Timeline for street light repair and replacement
• Ad Hoc Fire Staffing Committee update
• FY22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report presentation

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting consists of a public comment period and the consideration of previous meeting minutes. The agenda contains no specific legislative actions or city business for deliberation.

• Minutes from February 10, 2023 Council Retreat
• Minutes from February 14, 2023 Council Meeting
• Minutes from February 21, 2023 Work Session
• Minutes from February 21, 2023 Public Comment

The City Council met for a public comment session and approved the minutes from four February meetings. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 10, 2023 Council Retreat (9-0)
• Approved minutes of February 14, 2023 Council Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of February 21, 2023 Work Session (9-0)
• Approved minutes of February 21, 2023 Public Comment (9-0)

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The City Council is reviewing several consent agenda items including federal aviation grants for Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport. Other discussions involve water main capacity charges, street repair funding, and various municipal service contracts.

• Proposal for Tradition Municipal Utility District No. 2B of Denton County's Unlimited Tax Road Bonds up to $8,085,000.00
• Amendment to Near Southside, Inc. funding for Street Repair and Reconstruction Program up to $3,000,000.00
• Federal Aviation Administration grant applications for Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport totaling over $28,000,000.00
• Establishment of a Water Main Capacity Charge of $110,363.00 per million gallons per day for Southside III
• Ordinance to establish an Abandoned Shopping Cart Recovery Fee of $50.00 per cart

The City Council approved the Financial Openness, Responsibility and Transparency Act (FORT Act) to change rules regarding Council Proposals. The council also authorized several million-dollar infrastructure projects and grants for airport and water improvements.

• Approved Council Proposal CP-326 (FORT Act) to amend Council Rules of Procedure (6-2)
• Approved $78.41M in Tarrant County Transportation Bond Funds for arterial projects (8-0)
• Approved $19.87M contract with Thalle Construction Company, Inc. for Westside Treatment Plant III project (8-0)
• Approved $16.67M FAA Noise Mitigation Grant for Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (8-0)
• Approved $11.11M FAA Discretionary Grant for Perot Field Fort Worth Alliance Airport (8-0)
• Approved ordinance establishing a $50 recovery fee for abandoned shopping carts (8-0)
• Denied variance for mixed beverage sales and late hours at Valli's International Kitchen (7-1)
• Approved zoning change for 6881 Harris Parkway & 7101 Dutch Branch Road to R2 Townhouse/Cluster (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

This worksession includes presentations on the Texas A&M Fort Worth Campus developer selection and Beach Street development recommendations. The council will also hear reports regarding the 2023 Comprehensive Plan, noise ordinance enforcement, and infrastructure updates.

• Update on developer selection for Texas A&M Fort Worth Campus Project
• Presentation on Beach Street / Gateway Park Area development recommendations
• Discussion of the 2023 Comprehensive Plan
• Presentation on Abandoned Shopping Cart Ordinance
• Report on City of Fort Worth Competitive Pay Plan

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

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

The Fort Worth City Council will host a meeting for public comments and the consideration of previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes reviewing minutes from work sessions and public comment sessions held in January and February 2023.

• Consideration of January 24, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Consideration of February 7, 2023 Work Session minutes
• Consideration of February 7, 2023 Public Comment minutes
• Public comments session (23-0088)

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from the January 24 Work Session and the February 7 Work Session and Public Comment meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes for January 24, 2023 Work Session (7-0)
• Approved minutes for February 7, 2023 Work Session (7-0)
• Approved minutes for February 7, 2023 Public Comment (7-0)

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The City Council is reviewing several items on its consent agenda, including budget reallocations and infrastructure updates. Proposed actions include amending school zone speed limits and establishing new water main capacity charges.

• Approval of the Fort Worth Botanic Garden Master Plan as an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
• Crossing guard services contract for 31 middle schools up to $2,851,237.80 annually
• Settlement with Federal Express Corporation for $377,338.91 regarding airport lease penalties
• Extension of Water Department commercial paper program up to $225,000,000.00
• IT infrastructure purchase agreements totaling up to $11,200,000.00

City Council established a registration process and fees for short-term rentals. The council also ordered a general election for May 6, 2023, and approved several zoning changes and infrastructure contracts.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 26005-02-2023 establishing short-term rental registration and fees (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 26006-02-2023 ordering a general election for May 6, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved $11.2M for IT infrastructure purchase agreements (8-0)
• Approved $10.4M contract with S.J. Louis Construction of Texas, Ltd. for Walnut Creek Sanitary Sewer Extension (9-0)
• Approved $11.4M contract with McKee Utility Contractors, Inc. for Westside V Elevated Storage Tank project (9-0)
• Denied zoning for 2500 Dottie Lynn Parkway (ZC-22-198) with prejudice (9-0)
• Denied zoning for 6201 Lake Arlington Drive (ZC-22-220) with prejudice (9-0)
• Approved $400,000 acquisition of 2.84 acres for Open Space Conservation Program (9-0)

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This meeting agenda contains only procedural items and a period for public comments. The City Council will consider minutes from several previous meetings and work sessions.

• Consideration of December 6, 2022, Work Session minutes
• Consideration of December 6, 2022, Public Comment minutes
• Consideration of January 10, 2023, Council Meeting minutes
• Consideration of January 24, 2023, Public Comment minutes
• Public comments session

The City Council met for public comment and approved the minutes from four previous meetings held between December 6, 2022, and January 24, 2023. Several residents provided public comments on various local issues, but no legislative actions were taken on those topics.

• Approved minutes for Dec 6, 2022 Work Session (8-0)
• Approved minutes for Dec 6, 2022 Public Comment (8-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 10, 2023 Council Meeting (8-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 24, 2023 Public Comment (8-0)

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The council will discuss various departmental reports and prepare for the February 14 meeting. Topics include housing tax credits, police oversight, and the future City Hall budget.

• Update on Office of Police Oversight Monitor and Proposed Policy Advisory Board
• Briefing on 2023 Housing Tax Credit Applications
• Future City Hall Scope and Budget Update
• Overview of performance of active incentive agreements
• Residential solid waste collection re-route update

The City Council conducted a work session featuring staff reports on economic development, police oversight, and debt finance. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting consisted of presentations and requests for future information.

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including updates to city master plans and infrastructure projects. The council will also consider various contract amendments for IT services, electrical supplies, and crossing guard services. Additionally, the meeting includes the acceptance of state and federal grants.

• Approval of Fort Worth Botanic Garden Master Plan
• IT infrastructure purchase agreements up to $11,200,000.00
• NE 33rd Street construction closure extended to September 2024
• $500,000.00 funding increase for Cowan Place Affordable Housing Development
• Acceptance of Homeland Security grants up to $3,381,183.00

CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION

The City Council will review various reports including updates on police technology and library hours. Presentations are scheduled regarding the Fort Worth Botanic Garden Master Plan and the future of Fort Worth ISD. The session also includes briefings on public safety initiatives and infrastructure projects.

• Proposed creation of a new downtown zoning classification
• Proposed registration ordinance for legal short-term rentals
• Update on the Axon police technology contract
• Presentation on the Fort Worth Botanic Garden Master Plan
• Report on critical police incidents from 2021 through 2022

The meeting consisted of staff reports, presentations, and requests for future information. No votes were taken and no official actions were decided.

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT

This agenda consists of procedural items, including the consideration of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes. The meeting also includes a period for public comments to the council.

• Review of December 13, 2022, council meeting minutes
• Public comment session

The City Council approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of public comments on various community issues, with no further substantive decisions recorded.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

CITY COUNCIL

The Fort Worth City Council is reviewing several items on the consent agenda, including a property insurance purchase of up to $8,341,296.00. The meeting also addresses grant applications for neighborhood transformation and funding for street reconstruction.

• Property and liability insurance purchase not to exceed $8,341,296.00
• $5,000,000.00 grant application for Cavile Place / Historic Stop Six transformation
• Street Reconstruction Project – Ripy Street funding of $1,500,000.00
• Land acquisition for Fire Station No. 37 totaling $2,125,000.00
• Annual vehicle purchase agreements up to $10,625,000.00 each

City Council approved the renaming of the Hillside Community Center to the Atatiana Carr Jefferson at Hillside Community Center. The council also adopted an ordinance establishing registration and permitting for boarding homes and extended the minors' curfew ordinance for 30 days.

• Renamed Hillside Community Center to Atatiana Carr Jefferson at Hillside Community Center (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance for boarding home inspection, registration, and permitting (9-0)
• Extended minors' curfew ordinance for a 30-day period (9-0)
• Approved $8.3M for property, boiler, machinery, and liability insurance (9-0)
• Approved $3M in ARPA funds for property acquisition for a centralized campus (9-0)
• Authorized $1.17M for land acquisition for Fire Station No. 26 (9-0)
• Authorized $2.12M for land acquisition for Fire Station No. 37 (9-0)
• Approved zoning for Sluggers Training Facility & Ballfields at 395 Altamesa Blvd (8-0)