The Fort Worth City Cable Channel (Charter/Spectrum channel 190) will be offline for a few weeks starting March 11 while facilities connections are being rerouted. You can watch City meetings on the City’s LiveStreams or on our YouTube Channel.
Designated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), April 1-5, 2024, marks National Community Development (NCD) Week. This highlights the significance of programs funded by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to foster resilient and vibrant communities nationwide.
We encourage you to not only take a look at the engaging videos available on Facebook or YouTube and postings throughout the week that served as a timely reminder of the vital contributions these programs make towards community growth. CDBG and HOME-funded programs play a crucial role in addressing issues like affordable housing and infrastructure, contributing to the advancement of the city of Fort Worth. Let's celebrate together!
Use of Federal Funds
The following provides information related to the City of Fort Worth’s use of federal grant funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding plays a crucial role in improving cities and communities by providing financial assistance for a variety of community development activities.
March 26, 2024
Monday, April 1:
CDC Member Spotlight - Dan Villegas, CDC Vice-Chair
Tuesday, April 2:
CDC Member Spotlight - Bill Burgan
CDC Member Spotlight - Eva Williams
Wednesday, April 3:
Facebook Live session focused on the impact of Community Development grants in Fort Worth.
Thursday, April 4:
Friday, April 5:
CDC Member Spotlight - Kemmiko Grant
(PDF, 47MB)
The CAPER Report serves as a key document in the context of federally funded community development and housing programs for the City of Fort Worth. The CAPER provides a comprehensive overview of the achievements and outcomes of activities funded through the CDBG program during 2022-2023. For use of Federal Funds under the following programs:
The City of Fort Worth conducted public input sessions, council district hosted community meetings, and select focus group meetings, March – June 2023, on fair housing and community development issues to allow citizens the opportunity to provide input.
Physical Address 908 Monroe Street Fort Worth, TX 76102
Administration 817-392-7540 (phone) 817-392-7328 (fax)
Contact: Sharon A. BurkleyCommunity Development Planning Manager 817-392-5785 Sharon.Burkley@FortWorthTexas.gov
Enacted by Congress in 1974 under the Housing and Community Development Act, CDBG provides necessary funding to communities across the country to address infrastructure, economic development, housing, disaster recovery, and other community needs. Visit national website (NCDAonline).