Fort Worth City Council worksession summary
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Council received updates on solid waste, street racing, mobile food vending rules, and a proposed inspection fee; heard a Trinity Metro presentation on the TexRail extension and transit-oriented development; reviewed proposed economic development agreements with Celestica and Marand; and requested several follow-up reports and presentations.
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City leaders heard updates and presentations but did not take final votes on major ordinances. Staff will return with follow-up reports on permitting for missed building inspections, oversight of project managers selecting contractors, the HUD scope of work, and the zoning impacts of recent state bills. The TexRail extension and transit-oriented development were discussed, with a request to coordinate with private operators to improve senior transportation. Two proposed economic development agreements were presented for council consideration at a later time.
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- Received FY26 mid-year update for residential solid waste collections.
- Received update on illegal street racing, reckless driving, and street takeover activity.
- Received update on impact of SB 1008 and HB 2844 on mobile food vending; Mayor Pro tem Flores requested more information on collaborating with the state on food trucks.
- Received update on proposed fee for missed or skipped building inspections; Council Member Hill requested an Informal Report with recommendations on changes to the city code (IR 26-0056).
- Council Member Nettles requested an update on the HUD scope of work for M&C 26-0304.
- Requested a report on oversight of project managers who select contractors for citywide projects.
- Received Trinity Metro presentation on the TexRail extension and transit-oriented development; Mayor Parker requested Trinity Metro and City staff collaborate with private transportation operators to increase senior transportation.
- Presentations provided on proposed economic development agreements with Celestica and Marand.
- Mayor Parker requested a presentation updating the Literacy Roundup program.
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION
Agenda
- Report of the City Manager - Jesus "Jay" Chapa, City Manager
- Upcoming and Recent Events
- Organizational Updates and Employee Recognition(s)
- Informal Reports
- FY26 Mid-Year Update for Residential Solid Waste Collections - Jim Keezell, Environmental Services Assistant Director
- Illegal Street Racing, Reckless Driving, and Street Takeover Activity - Sean Kenjura, Police Deputy Chief
- Impact of SB 1008 and HB 2844 on Regulating Mobile Food Vending - Wyndie Turpen, Environmental Services Assistant Director
- Proposed Fee for Missed or Skipped Building Inspections on Permitted Development Projects - Evan Roberts, Development Services Assistant Director
- Questions Regarding Changes in Membership on Boards and Commissions for April 28, 2026 Council Meeting
- Questions Regarding City Council M&C Log for April 28, 2026 Council Meeting
- Trinity Metro Updates on the TexRail Extension Project and Transit-Oriented Development Opportunities – Richard Andreski, Trinity Metro President and CEO and Anette Landeros, Trinity Metro Chief Strategy Officer
- Presentation of a Proposed Economic Development Agreement with Celestica – Cherie Gordon, Economic Development Coordinator
- Presentation of a Proposed Economic Development Agreement with Marand – Cherie Gordon, Economic Development Coordinator
- City Council Requests for Future Agenda Items and/or Reports
- The City Council may convene in Executive Session in the City Council Executive Session Room in order to conduct a closed meeting to discuss any item listed on this Agenda in accordance with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
- ADJOURNMENT
- The location identified on this agenda is the location at which the presiding officer will be physically present and presiding over the meeting. Members of the City Council may be participating remotely in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Council Rules of Procedure. CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION ROOM is wheelchair accessible. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services such as interpreters, readers, or large print are requested to contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at (817) 392-8552 or e-mail ADA@FortWorthTexas.gov at least 72 hours prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. If the City does not receive notification at least 72 hours prior to the meeting, the City will make a reasonable attempt to provide the necessary accommodations.
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