Government Affairs

Division Chief:

Theresa James, Deputy City Attorney

The City of Fort Worth follows a set of general policies regarding its stance on legislative matters.

These policies are as follows:

1. The City of Fort Worth prioritizes preserving its authority to responsibly govern the city, its citizens and its property. This implies that the City seeks to maintain its ability to make decisions and implement policies that best serve the community's interests.
2. The City supports any proposed legislation that aligns with its comprehensive plan or strategic goals. Additionally, the City is in favor of legislation that contributes to improving the health, safety and welfare of its residents. Moreover, it supports legislative measures that aim to reduce the cost of governing the city, thereby enhancing its fiscal responsibility.
3. On the other hand, the City of Fort Worth will seek to address legislation that is deemed detrimental to its comprehensive plan or strategic goals. Furthermore, the City takes a stand against legislation that could compromise the health, safety and welfare of its residents. Additionally, the City is against legislative measures that impose increased costs or reduced revenues, as this may impact its financial stability. Lastly, the City opposes any legislation that would diminish its fundamental authority, implying that it will defend its decision-making autonomy.

These policies guide the City of Fort Worth's position on legislative matters and serve as a framework for assessing proposed legislation's alignment with the City's goals and values. They provide a basis for decision-making and advocacy efforts in relation to various legislative proposals that could affect the City and its residents.