Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee | August 4, 2026

The City of Fort Worth Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Committee met on August 4, 2026, to discuss several key topics including railroad grade separation projects and proposed changes to the city code related to courts and parking. The committee received a briefing on a major railroad grade separation project valued at nearly $100 million, which is currently seeking federal and state funding through programs such as the Texas State Bill 1555 and federal grants. Additionally, the city is piloting new technology to improve safety and traffic management at railroad crossings. The committee also reviewed the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, highlighting new authorized programs and reforms affecting affordable housing, though most programs lack current funding. Furthermore, the committee considered amendments to Chapter 10 of the city code concerning municipal court operations, including changes to judicial appointment processes, fee adjustments for parking violations and boot fees, and the appointment of two new substitute judges. Motions to recommend approval of the code changes and judicial appointments to the full city council were passed without opposition. These discussions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure safety, housing policy, and municipal court administration in Fort Worth.