Fort Worth’s Bold Budget Move | Dallas News

Fort Worth just approved a $3.33 billion budget — a massive leap from last year — to fund growth, tackle property tax shortfalls, and bring back cut programs like a pet adoption center. Rising costs for services and pay, combined with stagnant property values and uncertain state policies, are forcing tough choices. While Fort Worth aims to protect essential services and staff, Dallas faces similar pressures, even considering cutting libraries and arts programs. City leaders are caught between serving a booming population and navigating financial headwinds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/fort-worth-2027-budget-approval-9-16-2026/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bfd0cc1fa54337d3 Report issues to [email protected].