Capital Improvement Program Funding
Summary
Fort Worth's new budget is here, and it's a mixed bag for your wallet. Good news: property taxes might go down! Bad news: some city fees could be going up.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 47
- Last 30 days
- 1
Rising — discussed at 5 meetings since Aug 21, 2026, up from 4 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
The city is allocating millions of dollars across various capital projects to ensure long-term infrastructure health.
Residents will benefit from improved water reliability, better park facilities, and upgraded city trails.
Property owners will see an increase in their city tax bill.
Mentions & discussions (58)
City Council Meeting - Sep 15, 2026
The city is moving money around to fund various projects, including water main extensions, trail improvements, and pool repairs. These projects are essential for keeping our city's infrastructure running smoothly.
City Council Work Session - Tuesday 1 September 2026
The city is proposing a tax rate increase to $0.7020 per $100 of value. This budget will impact how much you pay in property taxes and how the city funds services like emergency management and infrastructure.
District 4 FY2027 Budget Meeting - Aug 27, 2026
The city is facing a budget shortfall because property values aren't growing as fast as expected. To keep services running, they are proposing a tax rate increase.
City Council (Work) - Aug 25, 2026
The city is looking to move forward with nearly $746 million in bond-funded projects. This is a major investment in the city's future infrastructure.
Crime Control and Prevention District - Aug 21, 2026
The city is looking at an $8.1 million increase for crime prevention programs. The board is focused on making sure these dollars are spent on evidence-based programs that actually reduce crime.
Special Called Budget Work Session - Aug 21, 2026
The city is deciding whether to restore positions in departments like parks and libraries. Residents have made it clear they don't want to see a drop in services, and the council is looking at ways to fund these without significantly increasing the tax burden.
Fort Worth budget town halls continue through Sept. 3. Here are the remaining dates and locations
Fort Worth budget town halls continue through Sept. 3. Here are the remaining dates and locations WFAA
Texas cities eye property tax hikes, spending cuts amid yawning budget gaps
Texas cities eye property tax hikes, spending cuts amid yawning budget gaps The Business Press
District 8 Budget Meeting
District 8 Budget Meeting City of Fort Worth, Texas (.gov)
District 7 FY2027 Budget Meeting - Aug 12, 2026
The city is proposing a 3.2-cent tax rate hike to keep up with growth and maintain services. Residents are split on whether this is necessary or if the city should cut more costs instead.
Fort Worth proposes tax rate increase, budget cuts to fill $94 million funding gap
Fort Worth proposes tax rate increase, budget cuts to fill $94 million funding gap WFAA
Budget Work Session - Tuesday 11 August 2026
To balance the budget, the city is considering or implementing cuts to various services, including eliminating or freezing vacant positions, reducing training budgets, and potentially impacting programs like the fire HOPE team. This could lead to longer wait times or reduced service availability for residents.
District 10 Budget Meeting
District 10 Budget Meeting City of Fort Worth, Texas (.gov)
Fort Worth City Council looks at property tax rate hike, cutting services with almost $77 million budget deficit
Fort Worth City Council looks at property tax rate hike, cutting services with almost $77 million budget deficit CBS News
Work Session - Aug 4, 2026
The city is facing a $78 million budget gap due to lower property tax revenues and increased tax protests. This will likely lead to difficult decisions regarding city services and potential tax rate changes.
Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee - Aug 4, 2026
The city is proposing new fees for parking violations and an increase to the vehicle boot fee to help cover court costs. They are also removing a non-refundable appeal fee to make the process fairer.
Audit and Finance Committee - Aug 4, 2026
The city's new EMS service is performing better than expected, with revenue helping to fund new ambulance equipment.
District 11 Budget Meeting
District 11 Budget Meeting City of Fort Worth, Texas (.gov)
District 3 Budget Meeting
District 3 Budget Meeting City of Fort Worth, Texas (.gov)
District 2 Budget Meeting
District 2 Budget Meeting City of Fort Worth, Texas (.gov)
Research and Innovation Local Government Corporation - Jun 23, 2026
The LGC is paying off bonds early for the A&M research building. This helps finalize the financial side of the project's design and pre-construction phase.
CITY COUNCIL - Jun 9, 2026
Residents expressed concerns about the transparency and management of Crime Control and Prevention District funds.
Joint Fort Worth City Council/Fort Worth Employees' Retirement Fund Board - Jun 9, 2026
The city's pension fund is the primary way Fort Worth ensures retirement security for its employees. The current progress in paying down debt means the city is in a stronger position to meet these long-term promises without needing to hike taxes or cut services.
Audit Committee - Jun 2, 2026
The city is dealing with a $11.4 million revenue shortfall. They are using a hiring freeze and spending cuts to try and close the gap.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - BUDGET WORK SESSION ON THE FY2027 BUDGET IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 2:00 P.M. COUNCIL WORK SESSION - Jun 2, 2026
The city's health insurance fund is losing money. The council is debating how to cut costs, including potentially changing how they cover expensive weight-loss drugs.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - BUDGET WORK SESSION ON THE FY2027 BUDGET IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE 10:00 A.M. CCPD MEETING - May 19, 2026
The city is struggling to keep up with road repairs, with a $66 million annual shortfall. Officials are proposing a new monthly fee to help pay for proactive maintenance and avoid more expensive road rebuilds later.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - BUDGET WORK SESSION ON THE FY2027 BUDGET - May 12, 2026
The city's health fund is running a deficit, and officials are looking at ways to cut costs without hurting employees. A big focus is on expensive weight-loss drugs that are driving up the bill.
Fort Worth Earns Highest Financial Transparency Designation in Texas
Fort Worth Earns Highest Financial Transparency Designation in Texas Patch
'Really difficult conversations': Fort Worth stares down nearly $50 million budget shortfall
'Really difficult conversations': Fort Worth stares down nearly $50 million budget shortfall WFAA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - BUDGET WORK SESSION ON THE FY2027 BUDGET - May 5, 2026
Staff is proposing an earlier public survey to gather input on resident priorities for city services and potential trade-offs. This aims to make public input more meaningful before final budget decisions are made.
Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee - May 5, 2026
The city is actively pursuing federal funding for various projects, including $40 million in Community Project Funds and over $100 million in programmatic requests. This funding is vital for infrastructure and community development initiatives.
Audit Committee - May 5, 2026
The audit found errors in employee termination payments and instances where employees exceeded their allotted personal paid holidays. These issues point to potential weaknesses in payroll processing and leave tracking.
Fort Worth voters approve $845 million bond package for roads, parks and housing
The bond package is the largest in Fort Worth’s history.
$845M bond package approved by Fort Worth voters, unofficial results show
If approved by voters, Fort Worth’s 2026 bond package would fund specific public safety improvements. (Christine Vo | Fort Worth Report) "...
$845M bond package approved by Fort Worth voters, unofficial results show
$845M bond package approved by Fort Worth voters, unofficial results show Fort Worth Report
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - Apr 28, 2026
The council is planning the city's budget, deciding how taxpayer money will be spent on services like public safety, infrastructure, and community programs.
Fort Worth ISD leader addresses proposed staff cuts, school closure before vote
Superintendent Peter Licata gave insight into changes shaping the district during a state takeover, including 5% raises for teachers.
Fort Worth Proposes $1.3 Billion in New Debt
Fort Worth Proposes $1.3 Billion in New Debt Texas Scorecard
2026 Bond & Charter Public Education Meeting - Apr 13, 2026
The city is proposing an $845 million bond package to fund various capital projects, including streets, parks, libraries, public safety, and an animal shelter. Residents will vote on individual propositions, and the city assures it won't raise property taxes.
2026 Bond & Charter Public Education Meeting - Apr 11, 2026
Voters will decide whether to approve an $845 million bond package for city improvements. The package covers streets, parks, libraries, public safety, and affordable housing, with city officials stating it will not increase property taxes.
Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee - Apr 7, 2026
The Texas Legislature is focusing on several key interim charges, with property tax reform being a major concern. Discussions involve potential changes to local spending limits, voter approval thresholds for tax increases, and appraisal processes, which could significantly impact local government finances and property owner burdens.
After I-Team report uncovering pattern of complaints, Fort Worth City Council discusses first responders workers' comp issues
After I-Team report uncovering pattern of complaints, Fort Worth City Council discusses first responders workers' comp issues CBS News
2026 Bond & Charter Public Education Meeting - Apr 2, 2026
The city is proposing an $845 million bond package to fund various capital projects. Residents need to understand how these projects will be financed and whether it will impact their property taxes.
2026 Bond & Charter Public Education Meeting - Mar 30, 2026
The city is proposing an $845 million bond package to fund various capital projects. Voters will decide whether to approve propositions for streets, parks, libraries, affordable housing, public safety, and animal care.
2026 Bond & Charter Public Education Meeting - Mar 25, 2026
A significant bond package is proposed to fund major capital projects across the city, including roads, parks, public safety facilities, and affordable housing. Voters will decide if the city should borrow money for these improvements.
City of Fort Worth implements immediate hiring freeze amid expected budget shortfall, memo says
City of Fort Worth implements immediate hiring freeze amid expected budget shortfall, memo says WFAA
Property Management and Environmental Services Committee - Mar 10, 2026
Fort Worth is looking to sell its renewable energy credits, potentially bringing in $1.6 million. This money is intended to help fund city capital projects and cover budget gaps.
CITY COUNCIL - Mar 10, 2026
A resident strongly criticized the allocation of CCPD funds, demanding an audit and greater transparency from the council and DA's office.
Audit and Finance Committee - Mar 3, 2026
The committee reviewed monthly financial reports, highlighting variances in revenue and expenditures, including impacts from property tax adjustments and departmental overtime.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - Mar 3, 2026
The city's financial report for FY25 shows a strong financial position with a clean audit and multiple reporting awards. This transparency builds public trust and supports the city's financial stability.
Fort Worth Housing Finance Corporation - Feb 24, 2026
An audit revealed control weaknesses in how the Housing Finance Corporation handles expenses, including issues with approving transactions, tracking client bus passes, and managing blank checks. Staff are working to fix these problems.
Crime Control and Prevention District - Feb 24, 2026
The board is approving changes to the CCPD's budget for the upcoming fiscal year. These adjustments cover health insurance costs, reallocations for crime prevention initiatives, and funding for new technology and positions.
Assessing Tax Trends in the City of Ft. Worth
Assessing Tax Trends in the City of Ft. Worth Texas Public Policy Foundation
Public Safety Committee - Feb 3, 2026
The committee discussed implementing fees for non-emergency lift assist calls, especially from private facilities, to alleviate the burden on fire department resources.
Audit Committee - Feb 3, 2026
An audit follow-up found that two out of three previously identified hotels that hadn't paid occupancy taxes have now paid. Enforcement actions are ongoing for the remaining non-compliant hotel.
CITY COUNCIL - Jan 13, 2026
A resident expressed strong concerns about the management and auditing of CCPD funds, alleging potential corruption and misuse of money.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - SPECIAL CALLED MEETING CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP ON THE 2026 BOND PROGRAM - Jan 13, 2026
The city is considering how to allocate funds for the 2026 bond program, which covers various infrastructure and community projects. Council members are debating whether to increase funding for affordable housing and how to potentially reallocate funds from other areas, such as public art, to address priorities like streets and public safety.
Less property taxes, but higher fees? Here's what the proposed Fort Worth budget says
Less property taxes, but higher fees? Here's what the proposed Fort Worth budget says WFAA
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