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Fort Worth Council adopts resolution opposing Tarrant County mid‑decade redistricting
Summary
The Fort Worth City Council voted to suspend its rules and approve a resolution criticizing Tarrant County’s rushed mid‑decade redistricting, citing lack of transparency, potential dilution of minority votes and an impending county vote on June 3.
The Fort Worth City Council voted Tuesday to suspend its rules and approve a resolution opposing Tarrant County Commissioner’s Court’s mid‑decade redistricting plan, citing concerns about process, transparency and impacts on local communities.
Supporters said the county’s effort was rushed and excluded meaningful public input. “This process has lacked transparency, community input, and frankly, fairness,” said Daryl Davis, a District 6 resident, during public comment. Multiple speakers urged the council to act before the county’s scheduled vote on June 3.
The resolution, brought to the dais by council members and debated at length, did not change county law but was intended as an official statement…
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