Fort Worth District 10 News

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West Nile Virus NOTIFICATION - POSITIVE Sample Collected
401 Iron Ore Trl
13280 Park Vista Blvd,
11400 Willow Springs Rd
11321 Kenny Dr

Targeted Ground Spray Mission for WNV Prevention
Friday, August 30th to Saturday, August 31st, 2024:
• 11321 Kenny Dr,

Traffic Light Issues at Blue Mound and Berkshire Lake Blvd - The signal at this location has been placed on red flash by the Developer for the installation of the Eastbound approach and associated improvements at this intersection. This may take 4-6 weeks for completion of all necessary construction to put the signal back into full color function. We apologize for the inconvenience of this as we understand the frustration. Thank you for your patience throughout the development process.

District 10's Andi and Frannie are "pawsitively" celebrating National Dog Day! If you have dog, feel free to post here. If you don't, visit here: https://www.facebook.com/fortworthacc

ALERT:
The Environmental Services Department received a notification of a confirmed West Nile Virus human case near N. Riverside Dr. and Amador Dr. intersection. Tarrant County Public Health is in the process of conducting follow-up communications as needed with the patient. In the meantime, the City Environmental Services Department will be conducting the following response efforts:

• Conduct an environmental survey of the surrounding neighborhood.
o Any standing water observed in public rights-of-way and any other public areas will be larvicided.
• Setting up investigative traps near the intersection of Summerfields Blvd and N Beach St.
• Public outreach and education.
o Please see the attached educational flyers.
o FREE DEET repellent will be made available to the neighborhood at the Consumer Health office located at:
 818 Missouri Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104

We encourage residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites, wear repellent, drain standing water, mow yard, clean gutters, trim trees and rake dried leaves.

Councilman Blaylock is excited to share that he will be competing in the The BIG Wing Challenge on September 18th at the River Ranch Stockyards, all in support of the incredible work being done by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tarrant County.

This event promises to be a fun and fiery ♨️ competition, but more importantly, it is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in our community.

As a Councilmember, I have seen firsthand the positive impact that Big Brothers Big Sisters has on our city’s youth. Their mentoring programs provide crucial guidance, support, and encouragement to children who need it most, helping them build a brighter future.

To make this event even more impactful, I invite you to join me in supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters by pledging an amount per-wing that I manage to eat during the competition. Your generous pledge will directly contribute to funding these life-changing programs.

To make your pledge please visit: https://forms.gle/sKJoheWexUHPwAtX9 .

Together, we can make a significant difference in our community. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support a great cause. I look forward to seeing how many wings I can eat—and how much we can raise for Big Brothers Big Sisters!

Great turnout! Thank you to the City of Fort Worth staff, residents, and Northwest ISD's Truett Wilson Middle School (School Sponsored) for the opportunity to meet and engage in the Planning & Priorities of far north Fort Worth.

In collaboration with Mayor Parker and fellow councilmembers, my steadfast commitment helped to secure a no-tax-increase budget for the City of Fort Worth, prioritizing public safety and street maintenance!

"When I first ran for council, I pledged I would never support a tax increase. In 2022, the budget process had already begun before I took office. I was a freshman councilman and admittedly had a lot to learn. In my first tax vote, I was the lone voice for a no-new-revenue property tax rate (the rate at which your taxes will not increase, no matter how high your property values go up).
In 2023, I started early, built relationships, and achieved three votes for the no new revenue rate—progress, but not a majority.
I’m proud to announce that I, Mayor Parker, and all of my council colleagues have committed to passing a tax rate that will not raise your taxes. We are also committed to making public safety and street maintenance priorities in the budget.
This achievement was only possible with your continued support. Thank you for helping deliver this win for Fort Worth."

Your District 10 City Councilman,
Alan Blaylock

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A hardy Fort Worth, Texas welcome to Southwire Customer Service Center! We are thrilled you chose AllianceTexas as part of your long-term modernization strategy!

Industry leader in a multi-billion-dollar North American market, SOUTHWIRE CSC, is expected to employ 250 team members.

“At Southwire, we’re investing more than a billion dollars into modernization, integrating newer and better equipment, systems and technology into our operations to increase efficiency, enhance competitiveness and ensure the capability and capacity to support our strategic growth,” said Southwire’s president and Chief Executive Officer, Rich Stinson.

REMINDER !
What? CFW's D10 Planning & Priorities Open House

Where? Truett Wilson Middle School (School Sponsored)

Specific Location? The cafeteria is located in the back of the school.

Parking? Turn into the parking lot off Cowbell Ridge Drive.

Look for our City of Fort Worth signs and enter through the cafeteria entrance doors. We will be bringing plenty of signs to show the way!

Doors open to the public at 10 am.

Educators, Students, Involved Parents:
Would your school like to hold the title School Green Team of the Year?
Fort Worth Beautiful

Back to school means Keep Fort Worth Beautiful's School Green Teams are back! Educators and students can join this free program to compete in environmental challenges, earn points, and compete for the title of School Green Team of the Year. Open to all schools—public, private, charter, and homeschool. Visit for more details https://loom.ly/zlssyJg

Court in the Community's Warrant Forgiveness Event will be held September 14, from 9am to noon, at the Compass Church - NFW Fort Worth (https://compass.church/nfw). We will be serving 120 walk-ups.

West Nile Virus - Stay safe! The Environmental Services Dept. encourages residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites, wear repellent, drain standing water, mow yard, clean gutters, trim trees and rake dried leaves.

School Safety Initiative
"As we kick off the school year, ensuring the safety of our students is a top priority for all of us,” Blaylock said. “Whether it’s crossing guards, signage, signalization or pavement markings, we’ve made sure our school leaders have direct access to my office and the resources necessary to address their unique safety concerns.”

Fort Worth District 10 aims to enhance school safety efforts During the summer, Fort Worth Councilman Alan Blaylock’s office made back to school safety a priority by developing a five-step program.

Shout out and BIG thanks to Heritage Life HOA for the invitation and opportunity to speak to approximately 150 of my neighbors as their City of Fort Worth District 10 Councilman. It is my privilege to represent you. Thank you all very much!

Positive West Nile Virus (WNV) mosquito sampling
- *Sendera Ranch, 14101 Sendera Ranch Blvd (SEE BELOW)
- *Kenny/ Woodland Springs,1321 Kenny Drive (SEE BELOW)
- Iron Ore, 401 Iron Ore Trail
- Park Vista, 13280 Park Vista Blvd
- Willow Springs, 1400 Willow Springs Road

WNV SPRAYING
Environmental Services will be conducting targeted spray missions in response to multiple positive WNV mosquito sampling results around the following trap locations as scheduled below:

- Friday, August 16th to Saturday, August 17th, 14101 Sendera Ranch Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76052

- Sunday, August 18th to Monday, August 19th, 11321 Kenny Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76244

The spray missions will take place starting after 9PM through around 3AM.

We remain committed to providing residents with as much information as possible using all communications resources we have available to us. Here’s a brief outline of our outreach:
• Letters announcing the spraying schedule are being sent to all neighborhood association leaders surrounding the spray area via email by the Community Engagement Office.
• Nextdoor neighbor announcements will be sent to residents in the area by the Community Engagement Office.
• Environmental Services Website has been updated to include the maps of the spray zones.
• City social media via Facebook and Twitter will be updated.
• Fort Worth Texas Alerts messages will be sent by the EMO.
• Signs have been distributed to the area via Consumer Health Specialists.

As always, protect yourselves from mosquito bites, wear DEET repellent, and drain standing water!

Proud to stand with this community to celebrate the life of Sgt. Billy Randolph #2797, E.O.W. 08/12/2024. Go Forth, Conquer, Stay Safe, Take Care of Each Other

In accordance with directives from Governor Greg Abbott and Mayor Mattie Parker, flags in the City of Fort Worth will be flown at half-staff to honor the life and service of Sergeant Billy Randolph, who tragically lost his life in the line of duty on August 12th. Flags will return to full-staff at sunrise on the day following Sgt. Randolph's memorial service.

The City of Fort Worth invites the public to attend a candlelight vigil on Wednesday, August 14th, at 7:30 PM at the South Patrol Division, 3501 W Risinger Rd. This vigil will be a moment for the community to come together and pay their respects to Sgt. Randolph and support his family during this difficult time.

The Fort Worth Police Department and the City of Fort Worth extend their deepest condolences to the Randolph family.

De acuerdo con las directivas del Gobernador Greg Abbott y la Alcaldesa Mattie Parker, las banderas en la Ciudad de Fort Worth se ondearán a media asta para honrar la vida y el servicio del Sargento Billy Randolph, quien perdió trágicamente su vida en el cumplimiento del deber el 12 de agosto. Las banderas volverán a ondear a toda asta al amanecer del día siguiente al servicio conmemorativo del Sargento Randolph.

La Ciudad de Fort Worth invita al público a asistir a una vigilia con velas el miércoles, 14 de agosto, a las 7:30 PM en la División de Patrulla Sur, 3501 W Risinger Rd. Esta vigilia será un momento para que la comunidad se reúna y presente sus respetos al Sargento Randolph y apoye a su familia durante este difícil momento.

El Departamento de Policía de Fort Worth y la Ciudad de Fort Worth extienden sus más profundas condolencias a la familia Randolph.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all touched by this tragic loss.

The Fort Worth Police Department is grieving the loss of an officer who died in the line of duty on the morning of August 12, 2024.

Sgt. Billy Randolph, #2797, died this morning while working an accident scene.

The procession from JPS Hospital to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Officer will begin at 11 a.m.

Billy was a father, husband, brother, son, and friend.
https://police.fortworthtexas.gov/2797/FWPD-2797.pdf

Look forward to having you!

ALERT: ROAD CLOSURE
Circle C Construction - 11600 Old Denton Rd @ Bobcat Dr.

Circle C Construction, will have a (2) phase daytime road closure starting tomorrow 8/09/2024 of 11600 Bobcat Dr. and 11600 Old Denton Rd with detours for the installation of 204 LF of sanitary sewer extension and adding a 6" sewer service to Adventist Church. Electronic Message boards have been out at the location for (8) or more days to rely the information to the public and residents of the area. The first phase will be the daytime closure of 11600 Bobcat Dr. with all open cuts being secured with trench plates and/or backfill and the road being opened to thru traffic at the end of each workday. Phase 2 will be the daytime closure of 11600 Old Denton Rd with the detour at Keller Hicks Rd to the south for north bound traffic on Old Denton Rd. The south bound traffic will detour at Timberland Blvd for Old Denton Rd south bound. Road will be open to thru traffic for the local residents up to the work site . After-hours 11600 Old Denton Rd will only have the northbound lane open to thru traffic. The sewer work will take less than 4 weeks to complete.

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District 10 News: Aug, 2024 District 10 News: Aug, 2024 City of Fort Worth, Texas sent this bulletin at 08/08/2024 02:36 PM CDT Dear Neighbors, As we prepare for another exciting school year here in far north Fort Worth, I want to take a moment to focus on an important topic: the safety of our students. With the school year ju...

ALERT! ALTA VISTA TRAFFIC SIGNALS REMOVED @ SH 170 FRONTAGE ROADS
Traffic pattern change – motorists should use caution and yield to frontage road traffic after signal removal
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WHEN:
Friday, August 9th (weather permitting)

WHERE:
Eastbound and Westbound State Highway 170 frontage road intersections with Alta Vista Drive

WHAT:
As part of the SH 170 construction project, the contractor is scheduled to remove the existing traffic signals at both the eastbound and westbound frontage road intersections with Alta Vista Drive on Friday, August 9th. Following the traffic signal removal, motorists traveling on Alta Vista Drive will stop at the frontage roads, yield and proceed onto the SH 170 frontage road. Electronic message boards are placed on both northbound and southbound Alta Vista Drive approaching SH 170 warning motorists that CROSS STREET TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP.

This is a permanent traffic pattern change and motorists should use caution in the area.

We will be resuming Council this week after July's brief pause, and we're kicking it off with Public Comment. You can register to speak in the usual location https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/.../city.../appear-at-council
Municipal Court will be handling the Parking Vouchers for Council Days until we move into the new chambers next year. When you sign-in at the Marshals table, there will be a staff member there to provide vouchers upon request.

This month's Zoning Commission Hearing takes place Wednesday, August, 14 at 1:00 p.m.
District 10 case/s include:
SP-24-011https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/development-services/documents/zoning-cases/district-10/sp-24-011.pdf
*Comments posted here are NOT official.
To register your official opinion email:
D10 & ZONING
To: [email protected]; [email protected]
For more on Zoning and these cases: https://www.fortworthtexas.gov/.../development.../zoning.

When children go this month, you’ll see plenty of police officers around school campuses to ensure the return to class is safe. Code Blue volunteers, in their bright blue shirts or jackets, will assist. The special back-to-school detail will include enforcing 20 mph speed limits and no texting or talking on cell phones in school zones.

So please:
1. Wear your seatbelt
2. Slow down
3. Pay attention to crosswalks
4. Be a helper to keep the kids and school staff safe!

UPDATE ON 2024 MOSQUITO SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM AND
WEST NILE VIRUS CONTROL RESPONSE
ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER FORT WORTH, TEXAS
The purpose of this Informal Report is to provide an update on the City’s mosquito surveillance program and response to West Nile virus (WNV) activity.

This report includes activity, criteria, and action.

This report will be presented to Mayor & Council on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Work Session.