District 3 Council Member· 2025-2027
Michael Crain
Fort Worth
About
Michael Crain’s platform centers on fostering a collaborative and bipartisan approach to city governance. His priorities emphasize maintaining functional relationships across the council to navigate the city's legislative challenges effectively.
Campaign promises (1)
- transparencyCouncilman Michael Crain has committed to championing bipartisanship within the city council to foster effective governance.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 11
- Total speaking time
- 22:00
- Avg per meeting
- 2:00
- Segments
- 396
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Top issues during term (5)(Budget)
Capital Improvement Program Funding
The city is allocating millions of dollars across various capital projects to ensure long-term infrastructure health.
National Juneteenth Museum Development
Potential reductions in library services could save the city money but may negatively impact community literacy and access.
Texas Legislative Priorities and Property Tax Reform
Determines property tax revenues for the upcoming fiscal year.
stadium funding
Taxpayers are footing a huge chunk of the bill for this stadium, and folks are mad they didn't get a say.
public parking funding
Reallocating public art funds could free up approximately $10 million for other bond projects, potentially reducing the need for a larger bond package or allowing for increased funding in other areas.
Decisions during term (14)
Recorded while Crain was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
(M&C 26-0934) Meacham Admin Building Window Replacement Project Budget
Approval of Fiscal Year 2027 Budget (LDC)
Approval of Budget Items 4.1 through 4.4 (HFC)
Approval of Budget Items 4.1 through 4.4
CCPD FY2027 Budget (M&C 26-0688)
FY2027 Budget Ordinance (26-6106)
Close Public Hearing on FY27 Proposed Budget and Continue Consideration
FY2027 Recommended CCPD Budget Approval
FY26 Budget Amendments
Continue Public Hearing on CCPD Budget
FY26 Budget Amendments
Continue Public Hearing on FY27 Budget
CCPD Budget Amendment (MNC 26-0459)
Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Amendments
Voting record (1)(Budget)
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