Councilman Chris Jamieson's District 10 Newsletter: July 2026

Stray bullet incidents often spike around July 4th and are an issue affecting residents citywide. The Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) aims to reassure residents and the community that the City is taking action to put a stop to stray bullet incidents and will not tolerate illegal gun violence.

With illegal gunfire and the upcoming July 4th holiday around the corner, the City, FWPD and the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD) encourage everyone to leave fireworks shows to the pros. With thousands of fireworks injuries treated annually in hospital emergency rooms, often leaving permanent damage to eyes, hands, and the face, attending a professional show is safer for all.

The Fort Worth City Ordinance states: “The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited. Illegal fireworks are punishable by law, and there is up to a $2,000 fine.”

To report illegal gunfire, find a safe spot and call 911. To report fireworks, do not call 911. You can:

Call the fireworks hotline at 817-392-4444.

Report online using the MyFW app or file an online report:

Each year, the City of Fort Worth must decide how to allocate limited resources to provide services to the community. The Budget Priorities Survey is a new opportunity for residents to share which services matter most to them and provide input on possible changes. The survey is anonymous, and the feedback collected will help City leaders understand community priorities during the Fiscal Year 2027 budget development process. We encourage you to complete the survey and help inform the FY27 budget.

The City of Fort Worth maintains a database of neighborhood, community, and faith-based organizations to facilitate the distribution of important information and communication, including Courtesy Zoning Notifications. Registration with the City is not required, but highly recommended.   

We are pleased to introduce Samuel Betancourt as your new District 10 Community Engagement Liaison. Samuel looks forward to connecting with neighborhood leaders, community organizations, HOAs, and residents throughout District 10 to strengthen communication and engagement between City Hall and our community.

Samuel can be reached at: samuel.betancourt@fortworthtexas.gov or 817-392-2052.

We were informed by Tarrant County Public Health (TCPH) that there has been a confirmed West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito sample collected from a testing site near you in the City of Fort Worth.

A positive sample was collected in your area near Trap Site 34, 14101 Sendera Ranch, Fort Worth, TX 76052.

It’s extremely important that our community continue to work together to reduce the mosquito population by removing mosquito habitats from their property and reminding their neighbors to do the same. 

The most effective means of protection, even more than spraying, is to stay focused on the reduction of the mosquito population:

• Please remove all standing water in empty flowerpots, pet bowls, outdoor toys, gutters, etc.
• Maintain your swimming pool.
• When you’re outdoors, remember to wear repellent that contains DEET.
• Limit outdoor activities from dusk to dawn and wear long sleeves and pants when applicable.

IMPORTANT UPDATES: Continued vigilance when it comes to preventing the spread of mosquito viruses in our community is essential.

• Since there have been West Nile Virus-positive mosquitoes in your neighborhood, the City’s Environmental Services Department officers will be monitoring the area looking for standing water, litter, and debris that could invite mosquitoes to breed and nest.
• You can help by keeping your grass mowed, gutters cleaned, trees trimmed, and dried leaves raked.

If there’s an issue with standing water at a location that is not city property, report it to the City’s Customer Care Center at 817-392-1234.

Welcome to your new way to interact, influence, and collaborate with the City of Fort Worth. After several months in the making, the engageFW Community Academy is activated and ready to partner with residents for the next level in community engagement!

Curious how the City works and what it takes to make it tick? Maybe you’ve wondered how your voice can be heard? If you believe knowledge is power, then you’re in the right place for all these answers and more.

The engageFW Community Academy is a free initiative from the City’s Community Engagement Office that provides residents with a practical understanding of how the City of Fort Worth operates, how decisions are made, and how residents can meaningfully engage, influence, and partner with local government to improve their communities.

The City’s Transportation & Public Works Department (TPW) has developed a proposed Street Maintenance Fee to improve street conditions citywide and to reduce costly future reconstruction. Residents can now visit ConnectFW to learn more and take a public survey.

Rising costs and a growing street network have led to deteriorating conditions. Resident surveys consistently rank street maintenance as a top priority and an area of low satisfaction. The SMF would increase funding for preservation and heavy maintenance — far more cost‑effective than allowing streets to decline to full reconstruction, which currently affects 150 lane miles per year and adds about $375 million annually to future bond needs.

For the first time, the City could implement a proactive preservation cycle, crack‑sealing every good‑condition street every five years. Heavy maintenance would also increase by 50%, improving 72 additional lane miles annually. Over time, this approach helps keep good streets in good condition while bond programs focus on rebuilding the poorest roads.

ReadyFW is the City of Fort Worth’s new alert and notification system designed to deliver real-time, reliable, and trusted information directly to residents, visitors, and city employees during emergencies and beyond.

ReadyFW allows the city to send alerts and communications through multiple channels, including text messages, phone calls, and emails, to reach subscribers quickly so they can make informed decisions. This initiative strengthens the city’s commitment to transparency, public safety, and community resilience, fostering a culture of readiness and preparedness. 

Citywide alerts and notifications are crucial for keeping the Fort Worth community safe and resilient.

To enroll and manage emergency alerts only:

Text “START” to 77295 to begin receiving emergency alerts.

Text “STOP” to 77295 to cancel alert messages.