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Fort Worth council adopts resolution opposing Tarrant County mid‑decade redistricting
Summary
The Fort Worth City Council voted to adopt a resolution opposing the Tarrant County Commissioners Courtmid‑decade redistricting plan and suspended council rules to take the matter up before the county's June 3 vote.
Fort Worth City Council members voted to adopt a resolution opposing the Tarrant County Commissioners Courtmid‑decade redistricting plan during their meeting; the council also voted to suspend its rules so the proposal could be considered at the meeting.
The resolution, filed as CP333, says the county—ffort was rushed, lacked transparency and public input, and risks diluting the voting power of diverse communities. Supporters said the timing was urgent because the Tarrant County Commissioners Court was scheduled to vote on new precinct maps on June 3.
The council heard public comment from residents and former officials who urged action. Andrea West, identifying herself as a…
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