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 (10)(Business Jobs)
Proposed Economic Development Agreement with Carrier Corporation
Discussions involve potential property investments, lease agreements, and financial incentive packages for business prospects.
AeternZ Semiconductor Testing Facility Economic Development Agreement
Estimated $50 million in forgone city tax revenue over ten years, offset by an estimated $26.8 million in net new tax revenue after incentives.
East Side Community Vision and Infrastructure
Significant public and private investments directed toward East Lancaster Avenue and neighborhood revitalization.
Convention Center Expansion Small Business Enterprise Plan
$22.7 million in early Phase II contracts awarded so far; goal is 30% small-business participation across the $606 million phase.
Small Business Program Participation and Tracking
Total cash prizes awarded to top finalists exceeded $14,000, supplemented by additional promotional credits, financing options, and institutional support.
Economic Development and Real Estate Negotiations
Discussions involve future property acquisitions and economic development incentives.
Economic Development Agreement with Beacon Modular
Up to $500,000 in city incentives, projected to yield $13.4 million in net new city taxes.
Freeway Sign Height Variance at Oak Grove Road
Private commercial investment with undetermined municipal tax revenue impacts.
Opportunity Zones 2.0 Selections
Federal capital gains tax incentives could spur private investment in the seven selected tracts.
Evans and Rosedale Redevelopment
$1.5 million in city interest earnings directed to the project.
Decisions during term (0)
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Voting record (0)(Business Jobs)
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