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Chris Harder

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Water director for the Fort Worth Water Department. Harder progressed through engineering and leadership roles within the city's water utility, holding positions including project engineer, engineering manager, and assistant director. He holds an MBA from Texas Christian University and has been involved in managing water utility challenges including response to extreme weather events.
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August 2026

Informal Reports

The report briefs Council on procurement and the anticipated construction schedule for the Mary’s Creek Water Reclamation Facility, which will initially treat 10 MGD of wastewater and may expand to 15 MGD. The facility will support west-side wastewater service and reclaimed-water delivery.

Mary's Creek Water Reclamation Facility Construction Procurement - Chris Harder, Water Director

May 2026

Press Release

Fort Worth's Water Utility received an upgraded AAA revenue bond rating from S&P Global Ratings — up from AA+ — reflecting strong financial management, healthy reserves, and sustained infrastructure investment. The higher rating is expected to reduce future borrowing costs, generating long-term savings for ratepayers.

Water Utility earns top-tier AAA bond rating from S&P Global Ratings

Informal Report

Informal report on the planned replacement of the Water Department's customer information system, presented by Water Director Chris Harder.

Water Customer Information System Replacement - Chris Harder, Water Director

March 2026

Informal Report

Briefing on fluoride in drinking water presented by Water Director Chris Harder.

Fluoride in Drinking Water - Chris Harder, Water Director

Informal Report

An informational briefing by Water Director Chris Harder on the city's policies and practices for water service disconnections and winter weather response protocols.

Update on Water Service Disconnections and Winter Weather Practices - Chris Harder, Water Director