2026 Bond Election
The City of Fort Worth will hold a bond election on May 2, 2026. Click here for election information.
Digital community engagement began August 2025, and hybrid community engagement meetings were held in every council district during October-November 2025. Staff reviewed and adjusted the bond projects list based on public input, with City Council having final approval of the projects list. The City Council formally called the bond election on February 10, 2026. Throughout the spring of 2026, staff will host meetings to educate the public about the bond before the May 2026 election, when residents will vote.
Bond Propositions
The following propositions will appear on the ballot. Residents will be able to vote for or against each proposition.
| Proposition | Funding Amount |
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| Proposition A: Streets & Mobility Infrastructure Improvements | $511,480,700 |
| Proposition B: Park, Recreation, and Open Space Acquisitions and Improvements | $185,140,000 |
| Proposition C: Public Library Improvements | $14,586,000 |
| Proposition D: Affordable Housing | $10,000,000 |
| Proposition E: Police, Fire, and Emergency Communications Facilities | $63,919,300 |
| Proposition F: Animal Care & Shelter Improvements | $59,874,000 |
| Total | $845,000,000 |
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2026 Bond Program Feedback Dashboard
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Thank you for providing your feedback at public meetings, via email, and through BalancingAct! City staff have created a dashboard summarizing feedback received from the community about the 2026 Bond Program. Click the image or the link below to explore the data!
https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/departments/the-fwlab/budget/2026-bond/dashboard
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BalancingAct
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January 2026: BalancingAct submissions are now closed. Thank you for your input!We’re excited to introduce this interactive experience that gives you the opportunity to explore how our city's financial decisions work, understand the trade-offs involved, and share your vision for a happier, healthier community.
💡 Learn & Explore
Dive into the details of how public funds are allocated and gain a clearer understanding of the tough decisions that go into balancing priorities like public safety, education, infrastructure, and more.
⚖️ Make the Tough Choices
Our simulation lets you see the impact of your decisions in real-time. How will you balance investing in new programs while maintaining essential services?
📣 Have Your Say
Submit your own ideas to share your priorities and ideas for how we can best allocate resources to meet the needs of our growing and vibrant community. Together, we can work toward a future that reflects the shared values and aspirations of all residents.
Ready to get started? Click the image, or the link below!
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