The city of Fort Worth will issue a $25 million tax note to help address capital needs and vehicle replacements for the Fort Worth Fire Department .

During the Oct. 14 work session , City Manager Jesus “Jay” Chapa presented the 2026 debt plan to council members.

The details

The tax note will be part of the fiscal year 2025-26 budget. City documents state this financing supports the commitment to maintaining essential services and infrastructure while managing costs effectively. The estimated closing and delivery of funds date is Dec. 10, according to documents.

The specifics

The cost to issue the bonds will be $235,000.

The two biggest costs will be $14.3 million for new fire apparatus and $5.8 million for an ambulance, now part of the Fort Worth Fire Department response. The v

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