Council OKs ordinance amendments banning game rooms, gaming machines Published on December 11, 2024 The ban is in response to concerns expressed by residents over the years. Operators or owners of the game rooms and amusement redemption machines must remove the machines and cease operation of game rooms by Jan. 21 or be subject to civil and/or criminal enforcement. Tagged as: , Announcements, City Council
Newest community center to be named for former Mayor Betsy Price Published on December 11, 2024 The building, scheduled to open next month in Northwest Community Park, will bear the name of Fort Worth’s longest-serving mayor. Tagged as: , City Council, Health & Lifestyle, District 7, District 10
Jay Chapa selected as next Fort Worth City Manager Published on December 10, 2024 The Fort Worth City Council has voted to select Jay Chapa as the next City Manager, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for our city. Tagged as: , Announcements, City Council, Mayor
Jay Chapa poised to lead Fort Worth as next city manager Published on December 05, 2024 Chapa is recognized for his collaborative leadership style and ability to bring diverse voices to the table. He has excelled in multiple local government roles, most recently as deputy city manager. Tagged as: , Announcements, City Council
New affordable housing coming to North University Drive Published on November 20, 2024 Fort Worth Affordability Inc. will continue to own the two parcels and will provide 675 housing units. Tagged as: , City Council, Project Update, District 9
Council greenlights proposed changes to Housing Tax Credit policy Published on November 13, 2024 Here in Fort Worth, developers must apply through the state and meet certain local standards set by the City to qualify for a Housing Tax Credit. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, City Council
Earlier closing time approved for City parks Published on October 30, 2024 Over the years, parks staff has heard concerns from residents and neighborhood associations about the current 11:30 p.m. curfew. Neighborhoods generally prefer an earlier closing hour. Tagged as: , City Council
City taking first steps toward 2026 Bond Program Published on October 23, 2024 The City Council will likely set the bond election in early 2026, with public education meetings scheduled in the spring of 2026. Tagged as: , City Council, Infrastructure Update
City adds to Rock Creek Ranch Park with major acquisition Published on October 18, 2024 The land, near Benbrook Lake, will become the largest community park in Fort Worth’s park system. Tagged as: , City Council, Environment, Project Update, District 6
Council to set 2025 meeting schedule next week Published on October 08, 2024 The proposed schedule includes 52 scheduled meetings, including public comment meetings, work sessions, zoning meetings and daytime meetings. Tagged as: , City Council