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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fort Worth public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flora Brewer Bridge Program for Elderly Unsheltered Homeless
The council funded a new program, up to $138,700, run by DRC Solutions to help elderly people experiencing unsheltered homelessness. A public commenter praised it as a start that should be expanded.
Electronic Changeable Copy Signs
Several gas stations across Fort Worth requested special exceptions to install electronic changeable copy monument signs. The board evaluated the impact of digital pricing displays on nearby residential districts and traffic safety before approving them.
Carver Heights Historic District Demolition Request
Property owners sought permission to demolish a 1953 contributing home due to economic hardship. Staff and commissioners concluded the home is not beyond repair and could be sold or rehabilitated.