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Jesus “Jay” Chapa sworn in as Fort Worth city manager, hailed by council
Summary
Jesus J. “Jay” Chapa took the oath of office as Fort Worth’s city manager at a council ceremony that included a resolution presented on behalf of state Rep. David Cook and remarks from multiple council members praising Chapa’s experience and local ties.
Jesus J. “Jay” Chapa was sworn in as city manager of Fort Worth at a City Council ceremony, where he took the oath of office and pledged to “faithfully execute the duties of the office of city manager, City of Fort Worth.”
Chapa thanked Mayor Maddie Parker, the City Council and city employees for their support. “It’s truly an honor and privilege to stand here before you today as a city manager of Fort Worth, Texas,” he said, and added that he is “committed to listening, learning, and working with all to continue building a city where everyone can thrive.”
The council received a resolution presented by Daryl Perez on behalf of state Rep. David Cook congratulating Chapa and noting that Chapa is the city’s first Hispanic city manager. “On behalf of the state of Texas, it is my great privilege to congratulate Jay Chapa on this momentous appointment,” Perez said as he presented the document.
Council members who spoke during the ceremony offered public endorsements and personal remarks. Councilmember Vivins said Chapa was “made for this,” and added, “He will serve us well, he will hear you, he will support you, and he will lead.” Councilmember Williams called the moment “historic” and thanked outgoing city manager David Cook for his decade of service. Several other council members — including Flores, Nettles, Crane, Beck, Blaylock and Martinez — offered congratulations and expressed confidence in Chapa’s leadership.
Chapa summarized his approach as emphasizing transparency, collaboration and service delivery. He publicly thanked his family and city employees and closed by saying he would “give it my all” in the role.
The ceremony included short recognitions and comments from council members and concluded as the body prepared to move into its regular meeting agenda.
