Fort Worth City Council Debates $840 Million Bond Proposal with Focus on Infrastructure and Public Safety

Overview: The Fort Worth City Council meeting centered on the proposed 2026 bond program totaling $840 million, which aims to address infrastructure and public safety needs without increasing the existing tax rate. Key proposals include funding for streets and mobility, public safety facilities, and a new animal control shelter, alongside a modest allocation for affordable housing initiatives. The council underscored the importance of community engagement in shaping the bond’s final projects, with a public election scheduled for May 2026.

Fort Worth City Council Outlines Ambitious $840 Million Bond Plan for 2026 Election

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Fort Worth City Council discussed two topics: the 2050 comprehensive plan and the proposed $840 million bond program for the upcoming 2026 election. The bond program, aimed at addressing infrastructure needs without increasing the tax rate, presents a strategic allocation of funds across various sectors such as streets, mobility, parks, public safety, and affordable housing.

Fort Worth City Council Discusses 2026 Bond Program and 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Overview: In a recent Fort Worth City Council meeting, the primary focus was on the 2026 bond program and the city’s 2050 comprehensive plan. The discussions centered around long-term urban planning and future infrastructure developments, highlighting the city’s growth trajectory and community engagement goals.

Fort Worth’s 2026 Bond Program Unveiled: $840 Million for Road, Park, and Library Improvements

Overview: The Fort Worth City Council meeting was dominated by discussions on the proposed 2026 bond program, totaling $840 million, aimed at enhancing infrastructure, parks, libraries, and public safety across the city. The bond, which will be voted on in May 2026, allocates 60% of its funds to streets and mobility improvements, with significant portions also designated for parks, affordable housing, and a new animal shelter.

Fort Worth City Council Approves Zoning for Warehouse Development Amid Community Concerns

Overview: The Fort Worth City Council meeting addressed community issues, including the approval of a controversial warehousing facility in District 4, community support initiatives, and recognition of public service efforts. Central to the meeting was the approval of a rezoning case concerning the construction of a warehousing facility at Thompson Road and North Riverside Drive, despite previous recommendations for denial by both the zoning commission and city staff.