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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Fort Worth public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
First Responder Workers' Compensation
A resident, citing first responders and published comments by Council Member Lauersdorf, said the city's workers' comp system (run with Sedgwick) needs serious reform to properly care for injured first responders.
Police Department Command Staff and Patrol Realignment
The City Council will review recent command staff appointments and the addition of 30 patrol corporal positions aimed at boosting field training and career paths for officers.
Police accountability and use of force
A resident detailed numerous use-of-force allegations against one Fort Worth officer and blamed the police union contract and campaign contributions for a lack of accountability.
Nuisance Enforcement Task Force (NET Force) Operational Update
Code compliance updated the council on NET Force's success in tackling problem properties, motels, and convenience stores through multi-departmental inspections and aggressive legal enforcement.