CITY COUNCILTuesday, January 13, 2026 · 6:00 PM · City Council Chamber

#1A ceremonial recognition presentation honoring Bob Semple Day.

#2A ceremonial recognition presentation honoring Texas Forge Taekwondo and Team Forge before the city council.

#3A ceremonial recognition presentation honoring Anorexia Nervosa Awareness, presented before the city council.

#1Authorization to pay Fort Worth's assessed pro-rata share of the Denton Central Appraisal District's operating budget for calendar year 2026, up to $384,824.72.

#2The city will return a $100,000 donation to the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation, adopting an ordinance to decrease estimated receipts and appropriations in the Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Fund and amending the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program accordingly.

#3Authorizes a change in use of previously allocated funds and execution of an agreement with the Fort Worth African American Museum and Cultural Center to provide $40,000 in support of the museum's construction.

#4Denies a request from 4450 Marine Creek Parkway (TX) Owner, LP for a 50% property tax exemption under Texas Tax Code §11.1825 for The Meridian housing development, finding the city cannot afford the resulting loss of ad valorem tax revenue.

#5Appoints Keenan Golden as a Substitute Hearing Officer for the Fort Worth Parking Violations Bureau for a two-year term to conduct hearings and appeals under multiple chapters of the City Code.

#6Enacts FY2025 budget adjustments addressing Emergency Medical Services transition costs, departmental resource reallocation, capital project transfers, and FY2025–2026 fund rollovers, while amending operating budgets for FY2025–2026 and the FY2025–2029 Capital Improvement Program.

#7The city ratifies its application for and accepts a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Operations and Safety Grant of $1,636,363.63 for FY2024, with the city providing a 10% match of $163,636.37 transferred from the Emergency Medical Services Fund.

#8The city is authorized to apply for and, if awarded, accept a Texas Department of Transportation Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Comprehensive Grant of up to $428,000 for FY2027, with a city match of up to $86,000 transferred from the Crime Control Prevention District Fund.

#9The city ratifies its acceptance of a Victims of Crime Act grant from the Office of the Governor's Criminal Justice Division of up to $176,300 for FY2026.

#10The city ratifies its acceptance of a First Responders Mental Health grant from the Office of the Governor's Criminal Justice Division of up to $175,000 for FY2026.

#11Authorizes the use of $636,543.49 in Transportation Impact Fees for design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of intersection improvements at Trinity Boulevard and Euless South Main Street, including adoption of an appropriation ordinance and amendment to the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#12Adopts an appropriation ordinance for up to $65,000 in reimbursable funds from the ATF (U.S. Department of Justice) to support the Fort Worth Police Department's participation in joint ATF task force investigations.

#13Authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for up to $1,490,112 (federal, state, and local shares) for intersection improvements at Business 287 (Mansfield Highway) and Wichita Street, with appropriation ordinances adopted and the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program amended under the 2022 Bond Program.

#14Authorizes a professional services agreement with Parkhill for up to $498,500 to develop a facility master plan for the Fort Worth Police Department.

#15Authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT totaling up to $1,060,892 for intersection improvements at Business 287 (North Main Street) and 29th Street, funded through federal, state, and local shares, with accompanying appropriation ordinances and an amendment to the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program under the 2022 Bond Program.

#16Authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT totaling $816,474 for intersection improvements at Farm-to-Market 1220 (Boat Club Road) and Golf Club Drive, funded through federal, state, and local (2022 Bond Program) participation, with accompanying appropriation ordinances and a Capital Improvement Program amendment.

#17Appropriates $828,738 from Cowtown Coliseum lease profits in the Public Events Capital Fund to reimburse Stockyards Coliseum LLC for roofing and exterior building improvements at the Cowtown Coliseum, and amends the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#18Authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT totaling up to $1,166,243 for construction of intersection improvements at Risinger Road and Poynter Street, funded through federal, state, and local contributions; also adopts appropriation ordinances and amends the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program under the 2022 Bond Program.

#19Authorizes execution of an Advance Funding Agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation for up to $915,031 for intersection improvements at State Highway 183 (Ephriham Avenue) and Northwest 24th Street, with federal, state, and local participation shares, along with appropriation ordinances amending the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program under the 2022 Bond Program.

#1Authorizes a contract with Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC via a Sourcewell cooperative contract for roll-off containers at up to $150,000 for the initial one-year term, with three one-year renewal options at the same amount, for the Environmental Services Department.

#2Authorizes rejection of all responses received to RFP No. 25-0222 for Service of Process and Legal Courier Services for the Human Resources Department.

#3Authorizes an amendment to an existing cooperative purchasing agreement with Impact Promotional Services for Fire Department uniforms and accessories, increasing the annual contract amount by $400,000 for a new annual total of up to $500,000.

#1Authorizes a revision to the alignment of an existing easement and right-of-way granted to Oncor Electric Delivery Company for electrical equipment and appurtenances on approximately 0.189 acres within Botanic Garden Park.

#2The city authorizes acceptance of a $950,000 federal grant via the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs under the 2026 Low-Income Housing Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help low-to-moderate income residents lower home energy costs through the city's Weatherization Assistance Program, while waiving $32,011.79 in indirect costs.

#3The city seeks to acquire approximately 3.017 acres of land at 500 Old Highway 1187 from Steven W. Russell for $1,893,894.00, plus up to $30,000.00 in estimated closing costs, as part of the Fort Worth Spinks Land Acquisition Project.

#1The city seeks to amend its existing agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc. to add ten one-year renewal options for a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solution, at an initial annual cost of up to $761,145 with a 5% annual escalator, serving the Information Technology Solutions and Communications & Public Engagement departments.

#2The city is authorizing a construction contract with McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. for the Bomber Spur Trail Phase I Project, accepting a refund from TxDOT, adopting an appropriation ordinance, and amending the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#3Authorizes a $179,833 amendment to an engineering agreement with Freese and Nichols Inc. for water main and sanitary sewer replacement on Lancaster Avenue (Part 2), and adopts an appropriation ordinance to fund this work under the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#4Adopts an appropriation ordinance of $73,224.00 to cover increased project costs for the Hampshire Boulevard Cast Iron Water Main and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project, fulfilling a portion of the Water Department's contribution to the FY 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#5Authorizes Amendment No. 3 to an engineering agreement with Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc., adding $53,860.00 for a revised total contract of $649,564.00, and adopts an appropriation ordinance for the Water and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Contract 2019, WSM-K under the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#6Authorizes Change Order No. 2 adding $1,052,406.00 to a construction contract with Circle C Construction Company for the 16–42 Inch Cast Iron Water Main Replacement in Downtown Fort Worth, and adopts an appropriation ordinance under the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#7Authorizes a one-year contract with VOYA Insurance Company for stop loss insurance covering the City of Fort Worth's employee health benefits plan, effective January 1, 2026, not to exceed $2,100,000.

#8The city council is asked to adopt an appropriation ordinance for $1,300,000 to fund the second renewal of the Water Main Replacements Contract 2022 with Circle C Construction Company, advancing the city's FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program for water infrastructure.

#9The city seeks to accept up to $2,200,000 in federal Community Services Block Grant funds administered through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to support poverty reduction, low-income community revitalization, and family self-sufficiency programs, while also adopting an appropriation ordinance and waiving indirect costs.

#10Authorizes Change Order No. 1 adding $262,860.00 to an existing contract with Jackson Construction, Ltd. for the Sanitary Sewer Contract 127 Project, and adopts an appropriation ordinance to fund the Water department's contribution to the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#11Authorizes Amendment No. 3 to an engineering agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., adding $278,400 for water and sanitary sewer replacement work on the Marine Creek Sanitary Sewer Parallel Interceptor Project. Also adopts an appropriation ordinance to fund this amendment as part of the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#12The city is ratifying acceptance of a grant up to $9,000,000 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs for the 2026 Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program, a federally funded initiative providing utility payment assistance and energy conservation education for low-to-moderate income residents.

#13Adopts an appropriation ordinance for $92,260 to fund increased project costs for the Farm to Market 156 at Cantrell-Sansom Road Water Main Relocation Project, as part of the city's FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#14Authorizes acceptance of up to $1,250,000 in Low-Income Weatherization Assistance Program funds from the Texas Association of Community Action Agencies, waives $25,670.69 in indirect costs, and adopts an appropriation ordinance to administer the program.

#15Adopts an appropriation ordinance allocating $543,500.00 to cover increased project costs for the Everman Parkway 16-Inch Water Transmission Main Project, as part of the City's FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#16Authorizes acceptance of a federal weatherization grant up to $650,000.00 from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to help low-to-moderate income residents reduce home energy costs, while waiving $18,105.95 in associated indirect costs.

#17Authorizes a first amendment to the City's lease agreement with Tarrant County for additional space at the Tarrant County Jail, with a one-time payment of $40,000.00, to renovate and expand space enabling video conferencing magistration of arrestees.

#18Authorizes a construction contract with Peachtree Construction, Ltd. for $2,913,184.05 to perform asphalt resurfacing at various locations across Council Districts 3, 7, and 9.

#19The city is ratifying its application for and authorizing acceptance of a state grant of up to $1,200,000 from the Texas Office of the Governor's Criminal Justice Division to fund bullet-resistant components for law enforcement vehicles. A grant agreement, resolution, and appropriation ordinance will also be executed.

#20The city is authorizing a construction contract with R&A Legacy Construction LLC for $2,783,448.98 to perform concrete restoration work at various locations across Council Districts 5, 6, and 8 as part of the 2026 Concrete Restoration Contract 1 Project.

#21The city authorizes a contract with R&A Legacy Construction LLC for $2,279,449.16 to perform concrete restoration work at various locations within Council Districts 2 and 9.

#22The city accepts up to $243,705.00 in reimbursement funds from the United States Marshals Service for police overtime expenditures incurred through participation in the Violent Offender Task Force in FY2026, and adopts an appropriation ordinance to authorize spending of those funds.

#23The city authorizes an Advance Funding Agreement with TxDOT for the Everman Parkway Safe Streets Project, with total funding up to $10,256,970 drawn from federal, state, and local sources, and amends the FY2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program under the 2022 Bond Program.

#24The city authorizes a Memorandum of Understanding with the American Heart Association to accept a $108,000 donation for equipping Fort Worth Police Department patrol cars with Automated External Defibrillators, and adopts an appropriation ordinance to receive the funds.

#25The city authorizes non-exclusive street-use agreements with six private waste hauling companies, permitting them to collect and transport municipal solid waste on city streets under Chapter 12.5 of the City Code.

#26The city amends its contract with USource LLC to extend energy consulting and management services for an additional three-year term through March 2029, with three one-year renewal options, at an annual cost not to exceed $231,248.

#27The city authorizes a second amendment to its facilities lease agreement with Mammoth Freighters LLC, expanding the space the company occupies in Parts/Warehouse Building #11 at the Alliance Fort Worth Maintenance Facility on Eagle Parkway.

#28The city adopts an appropriation ordinance adding $1,000,000 to the Stormwater Capital Projects Fund to support drainage improvement activities for various stormwater capital projects citywide, and amends the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#29The city authorizes Change Order No. 3, increasing the construction contract with Circle C Construction Company by $1,498,305.57 to a revised total of $11,003,227.57 for the Central City New Main Street Outfall Storm Drain & 8th Street Project, with associated appropriation ordinances and an amendment to the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#1A notice of claims for alleged damages or injuries submitted to the city, routed to the city's claims department contact.

Council Proposal

#1Adoption of a revised City Council meeting calendar for 2026, updating the schedule of official council meetings.

#1A board appointment for District 3. No additional details about the board or appointee are provided in the item text.

#2A board appointment is being made for District 7. No additional details about the specific board or appointee are provided.

#1This resolution acknowledges Mayor Parker's 2026 appointments to the Board of Commissioners for the Housing Authority of the City of Fort Worth, Texas. It is a formal recognition of the mayoral appointment authority for this housing body.

#2This resolution appoints Dr. Corey Mayfield to serve on the Medical Control Advisory Board, which oversees medical protocols and standards for emergency medical services.

#3The City Council reappoints seven individuals to the Board of Directors of FW Sports Authority, Inc. The reappointees are Neil Barrow, Alan Blaylock, Michael D. Crain, Brian Delgado, Robert L. Jameson, Kimberly Johnson, and Cary Moon.

#4A resolution nominates the Fort Worth Power and Light Power Plant/TXU North Main Plant at 411 N. Main Street for designation as a Highly Significant Endangered Landmark, and directs the Historic Preservation Officer to submit a full application to the Historic and Cultural Landmarks Commission.

#1An ordinance orders a special election on May 2, 2026, for voters to elect a City Council Member for District 10 to fill the remainder of an unexpired term, with a runoff election ordered if needed.

#1Public hearing to approve $76,676 in adjustments and $611,702 in amendments to the FY2025 Crime Control and Prevention District budget, reallocating amounts within CCPD initiatives and programs with no net increase to overall spending.

#2A resolution authorizes the city to apply for up to $1,000,000 from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's Legislative Rider Grant Program for improvements at Sycamore Park, and designates the Assistant City Manager over Parks & Recreation to act on the city's behalf. A public hearing is included as part of the process.

#1Rezoning request for 3419 E Berry Street (0.42 acres) from 'ER' Neighborhood Commercial Restricted to 'E' Neighborhood Commercial, with a Conditional Use Permit for a mobile food court including multiple development waivers; the Zoning Commission recommended denial.

#2Rezoning request for 11661 Alta Vista Road (3.69 acres) from 'A-10' One-Family Residential to 'E' Neighborhood Commercial, with a Conditional Use Permit for a stone yard and a development waiver for one parking space; the Zoning Commission recommended approval.

#3Rezoning request for approximately 42 acres along the 7200–7500 blocks (odd addresses) of Anglin Drive from 'AG' Agricultural to 'I' Light Industrial; the Zoning Commission recommended approval and the item was continued from a previous meeting.

#4Request to add a Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage within an existing 'K' Heavy Industrial zone at 800 and 804 Southway Circle (1.90 acres), with a five-year time limit; the Zoning Commission recommended approval.

#5Zoning case at 4601 Boat Club Road (4.45 acres) requesting a change from a Planned Development for neighborhood commercial uses plus fitness facility to a Planned Development adding a tattoo parlor (permanent make-up and hair restoration only) and a retail smoke shop; the Zoning Commission recommends denial due to lack of six affirmative votes.

#6Zoning case at 1317 Harrington Avenue (0.16 acres) requesting a change from A-5 One-Family Residential to a Planned Development allowing all A-5 residential uses plus office use with a one-space parking development standard; recommended for approval by the Zoning Commission.

#7Zoning case at 5736 Wilbarger Street (29.94 acres) requesting a change from Urban Residential to a Planned Development for Light Industrial uses with an extensive list of excluded uses; the Zoning Commission recommends denial.

#8Zoning case at 1725 Pruitt Street and 1901 Pennsylvania Avenue (8.375 acres) requesting the addition of a Conditional Use Permit for a helipad/landing area within the Near Southside institutional/industrial zoning district; recommended for approval by the Zoning Commission.

#1The city council is being asked to deny a request from Fort Worth Leased Housing Associates III, LP for a 50% property tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 11.1825 for the Cobblestone Manor affordable housing development, on the grounds that the city cannot afford the resulting loss of ad valorem tax revenue.

#2Ordinance appropriating $18 million from the proceeds of General Purpose Refunding Bonds, Series 2025, to the Municipal Parking Debt Service Fund to properly account for the obligations being refunded.

#3Appropriation ordinance increasing the Eagle Mountain Project fund by $159,813.97 from Water and Sewer System Revenue Bond proceeds while reducing commercial paper fund capacity, as part of the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#4Adopts a supplemental ordinance authorizing issuance of a Water and Sewer System Revenue Bond (Series 2026) for the Mary's Creek Water Reclamation Facility Project, financed through a WIFIA loan agreement with the US EPA, with initial principal not to exceed $347.7M (excluding capitalized interest) or $383.1M aggregate (including capitalized interest); also adopts an appropriation ordinance.

#1Authorizes condemnation by eminent domain to acquire sanitary sewer and temporary construction easements from property owned by DAD-USA Investment, Inc. at 5302 East Belknap Street in Haltom City for the Little Fossil Creek at Belknap St. Emergency M-292 Project, and adopts an appropriation ordinance for Water's contribution to the FY2026–2030 Capital Improvement Program.

#2Resolution authorizing the city to acquire approximately 9.406 acres in fee simple from NRCT Diamond Hill, LLC at 3601 Deen Road via eminent domain condemnation for the Lebow Channel Mitigation Project.

#3Authorizes condemnation by eminent domain to acquire approximately 6.3 acres of permanent sanitary sewer easements and 2.1 acres of temporary construction easements from property owned by Third Peak, LP at 9770 N Verna Trail for the Silver Creek Lift Station, Force Main and Gravity Main Project.

#1The city seeks to authorize a sole source agreement with Peregrine Technologies, Inc. for law enforcement data integration software supporting the Real-Time Crime Center at $490,000 for the first year, with four annual renewal options at a 3% increase each year, for the Police Department.