Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding Requests
Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding Requests
Proposed CPFs:
Bachman Area Transportation Plan Implementation – Safety Improvements to Improve Neighborhood Access to Bachman Lake and the Bachman Creek Greenbelt
Account: Highway Infrastructure Projects
Summary: Based on the Bachman Lake Area Planning Study conducted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) in 2022, the Bachman Area Transportation Plan Implementation Project will fund design, engineering, and construction for improvements to the interchange of Lemmon Avenue and Shorecrest Drive on the eastern edge of Bachman Lake, as well as improvements along the length of Shorecrest Drive from Lemmon Avenue west to Harry Hines Boulevard, including improvements to its intersection with Webb Chapel Road. The project will improve access to the recreation areas at Bachman Lake and improve overall community connectivity on the northern edge of Love Field airport.
Bus Stop Improvement Program – Fort Worth Transportation Authority
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: Trinity Metro's bus stop infrastructure needs significant improvements to enhance rider experience, safety, and accessibility. Many stops currently lack basic amenities such as shelters, seating, lighting, and clear signage. Upgrading these facilities would improve comfort, protect passengers from the elements, and encourage increased ridership. Additionally, improving ADA accessibility and ensuring safer pedestrian access would better serve all community members, especially those with mobility challenges. Investing in better bus stops is a critical step toward creating user-friendly public transportation system.
Cook Children's Child Advocacy and Resource Evaluation (C.A.R.E.) Team
Account: Byrne Justice
Summary: Cook Children's C.A.R.E. Team provides support to approximately 1,500 child victims of abuse annually, averaging 135 visits per month. Cook Children’s serves as the primary resource for the medical providers in the Tarrant County region, as well CPS, law enforcement, and the judicial system. Cook Children’s is the only tertiary pediatric facility between Ft. Worth and New Mexico. C.A.R.E. Team has Memorandum of Understanding’s with 8 Child Advocacy Centers which includes a multitude of police departments ranging in sizes who rely on the medical expertise for the investigation of child abuse. C.A.R.E. Team runs a budget deficit of $1.3 million placing financial stress on the provision of critical services. The CPF funding will help relieve the pressure of operating as a subsidized program, allowing for C.A.R.E. Team to hire additional personnel and purchase additional equipment related to evidence collection and child abuse education efforts.
Domestic Violence Shelter – City of Irving
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: This project would fill the need left in the closing of the City of Irving's only Domestic Violence Center mid-2023. This agency had both emergency and transitional housing beds that served persons fleeing domestic violence. The Irving Family Advocacy Center reports that approximately 200 cases of domestic violence are reported in Irving each month, a 13% increase in the past 5 years. There is a demonstrated need for emergency shelter and transitional housing in Irving serving victims fleeing domestic violence. Irving is currently drafting a Memorandum of Understanding with a non-profit partner to operate the shelter. The City of Irving and Dallas County have each earmarked $800,000 for a feasibility assessment to determine core services, target demographic and other operational issues as well as design and engineering. The City of Irving owns the property where the shelter will be located, which is near the Police Station and the Family Advocacy Center, and has committed to contribute $3 million towards construction of the new facility. The total project cost is estimated at $23 million, with the requested amount to be used for initial planning, engineering and site preparation.
Five Mile Creek Trail – City of Dallas
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: This project will construct a new, approximately 12-mile multi-use trail from Kiest Park to the Trinity Forest Trail at Joppa Preserve in south Dallas, providing a safe and dedicated crosstown facility for bicyclists and pedestrians and a recreational amenity to several low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. It will leverage previous federal funds (RAISE Planning Grant) and City of Dallas funds to provide safe and dedicated access to an array of destinations across far south Dallas, including safe and dedicated crossings of US-67, IH-35E, and IH-45.
The Five Mile Creek Trail is a priority project for the City of Dallas and the Trust for Public Land, and they have been successful in securing federal funding (RAISE Planning Grant) toward design and construction of the trail's initial phases.
This project will construct a new, approximately 12-mile multi-use trail from Kiest Park to the Trinity Forest Trail at Joppa Preserve in south Dallas, providing a safe and dedicated crosstown facility for bicyclists and pedestrians and a recreational amenity to several low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. It will leverage previous federal funds (RAISE Planning Grant) and City of Dallas funds to provide safe and dedicated access to an array of destinations across far south Dallas, including safe and dedicated crossings of US-67, IH-35E, and IH-45.
It will leverage previous federal funds (RAISE Planning Grant) and City of Dallas funds to provide direct, safe, and dedicated bicycle and pedestrian access to an array of destinations across far south Dallas, including, from west to east:
• Kiest Park and Recreation Center,
• Oak West Health Center,
• A Texas Department of Health & Human Services office,
• The For Oak Cliff Community Center,
• Glendale Park,
• The Ledbetter DART light rail station
• Arden Terrace Park,
• Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy,
• Jn Ervin Elementary School,
• Paul Quinn College, and
• Big T Shopping Mall, a Walmart Supercenter, and several other commercial areas.
Former Cavile Public Housing Site Public Improvements & Site Work - Hughes House II & III- Fort Worth Housing Solutions
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: Fort Worth Housing Solutions (FWHS) is requesting $5 million to support the construction of critically needed public improvements and site work on the former Cavile Public Housing Site to support Hughes House II and Hughes House III, two new construction mixed-income apartment communities to be constructed on-site. Hughes House II will include 302 units, and Hughes House III will include 78. The new communities will include new streets, sidewalks, pedestrian street lighting, trees, water and sewer line upgrades, and a new storm water management system necessary to support and sustain the developments’ long-term viability. These specific improvements are the subject of this request and are compliant with the requirements of the Community Development Fund- Economic Development Initiative (EDI) projects. The site is located in the Stop Six community of Fort Worth and in a Qualified Census Tract. Hughes House II and III will be the fourth and fifth of six phases of new mixed-income housing that will be constructed as part of the 924-unit, $350 million HUD Choice Neighborhoods Initiative (CNI) Transformation Plan, in Fort Worth’s historic Stop Six neighborhood.
Stop Six was once the heart of Fort Worth’s thriving African American working-class community, and this investment will help to recreate a vibrant and sustainable community that remains a cultural touchstone for the city’s residents. Generous support provided through the FY2026 Community Project Funding Economic Development Initiative will help to close the projects’ financing gaps that has been caused by the significant escalation in construction and financing costs since the project’s inception. Hughes House II and III are scheduled to close financing and start construction in Q1 2026 and Q2 2025, respectively. Hughes House II will feature a 24-month construction schedule; Hughes House III an 18-month schedule. The planned developments comply with City of Fort Worth zoning requirements and the City is poised to issue the necessary building permits. No other entitlements or City approvals are required to commence construction. Further, the Environmental Review for the entire Cavile development site was completed by the City of Fort Worth as the responsible entity in January 2022. HUD executed the Authority to Use Grant Funds (AUGF) in March 2022, evidencing Environmental Clearance for the site, including Hughes House II and III land. Closing this project’s financing gap, by supporting public infrastructure improvements, will aid in the development of much needed affordable housing, and assist in the overall implementation of a daring, yet vital plan to equitably, comprehensively, and thoughtfully revitalize the historic Stop Six community.
I-30 Frontage Rd. Water Lines – City of Grand Prairie
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: The project will provide needed piping in an underdeveloped area along the I-30 frontage road. The project is consistent with the city's masterplan of the community development which lays out the development of the I-30 Frontage road. Presently, there is no development on the southside of I-30 along the frontage road due to lack of water services.
JPS Forensic Nursing Services Expansion
Account: Byrne Justice
Summary: JPS Health Network will increase regional forensic nursing support services for victims and local law enforcement to area hospitals that are not currently "SAFE-Ready" nor have Forensic Programs to ensure forensic exams are accessible by offering both in-person exams and telehealth exams. Expanded services would provide in-house Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) consultation services 24/7 to ensure counseling needs as well as housing and legal service requirements are met. Currently, the limited number of JPS FNEs assist with forensic evidence collection in the aftermath of violent crime and support legal partners with expert witness testimony, community education and outreach efforts. Expansion of this program will allow this important work to continue while also expanding direct support services for victims.
Martin Weiss Recreation Center Enhancements – City of Dallas
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: The requested funding will be used for modernization of the Martin Weiss Community Center in Martin Weiss Park, including interior renovations and expansion of the gym and multi-purpose spaces and an entryway addition.
The requested funding would provide much needed renovations of the Martin Weiss Community Center, a Dallas Parks facility in Martin Weiss Park that serves a low- and moderate-income portion of the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. The requested funding will be used for modernization of the Martin Weiss Community Center, including interior renovations and expansion of the gym and multi-purpose spaces and an entryway addition.
The modernization of the facility will ensure it continues serving the surrounding community and improve the services provided. Martin Weiss Park and Community Center provides a full service parks and recreation facility to an otherwise chronically underserved community. It includes a baseball field, fitness center, gymnasium, parking, picnic tables, playground, pool, small meeting/program rooms, and tennis court. Upgrading the recreation center will provide for improved amenities and services otherwise not present in this community.
The Martin Weiss Community Center in Martin Weiss Park is in a low- and moderate-income portion of the Oak Cliff neighborhood in Dallas. The Center and Park provide a wide array of programming for neighborhood residents, including after-school programming for youth and programs targeted to seniors, including youth basketball and baseball leagues, karate, camps during school breaks, science camp, chess, activities targeted to seniors with disabilities, and after-school programming.
One Second Collaborative – United Way
Account: Byrne Justice
Summary: The One Second Collaborative is a coordinated effort to disrupt the cycle of youth gun violence in Tarrant County. This evidence-based approached brings together community organizations and government agencies to deliver services including violence interruption, street and community outreach, mental health counseling, survivor-centered support, financial empowerment, educational assistance and other efforts addressing the root causes of youth gun violence. One Second Collaborative is supported with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds administered by Tarrant County and the City of Fort Worth.
Reconnecting a City: West Dallas Multi-Modal Bridge – City of Dallas
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: The vision for Harold Simmons Park is a transformational infrastructure re-use initiative in Dallas, Texas which will transform the Trinity River from a line of division into the natural
gathering place for Dallas. On the heels of a catastrophic flood in 1908, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shifted the Trinity River nearly one mile to the West and channeled it between 40 foot levees - this protected Dallasites from floods but cut the city in two. Today, one side of the river holds the city's central business district, medical district, arts district, design district, and convention center; the other side is home to multigenerational households with higher rates of poverty and chronic disease with lower rates of high school graduation and shorter lifespans than their counterparts just a mile away over the river. Between the two disparate sides are the levees, which have created a sort of no-man's-land; to wit, this is one of the only cities in the United States that utilizes waterfront property at the city center for a criminal justice complex. Between the levees lies a hidden gem with immense untapped potential: thousands of acres of green space, running like a ribbon through the heart of Dallas. In a post-COVID (sort of) age, when so many are craving access to nature and shared experiences, the Trinity River is uniquely positioned to bring Dallas together. By transforming the perception of this geography from liability to asset, this underutilized and difficult-to-access land can become a place where millions of people connect to nature and one another.
Spanning 200 acres of floodplain from the Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge and Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge to the Margaret McDermott Bridge, and including 50 acres of overlooks situated atop the levees away from flood risk), Harold Simmons Park will be the first step in shifting North Texas' relationship with the Trinity River. This project leverages an incredible opportunity - thousands of acres of green space in our nation's fastest-growing city- to generate economic, health, social, and environmental benefits shared by millions of residents.
Thus far, the Campaign for Harold Simmons Park has raised $150M in private commitments from individuals, foundations, and corporations.This project will leverage hundreds of millions of dollars in private funding to build connectivity and generate billions of dollars in economic impact.
The cornerstone of this project's First Build is the West Overlook, a 22-acre site that will drive economic, health, and social benefits for West Dallas while enhancing connectivity and catalyzing the creation of healthy, mixed-income communities. The West Overlook will not only become a crown jewel in the heart of Dallas, designed for and by members of the surrounding communities; it will also provide proof-of-concept and garner additional private investment. The connection between the West Overlook and the river's thousands of acres of green space is a crucial component of the Park's many proposed benefits. It's this site's ability to curate access to the river for 4-6 million visitors each year that will ensure that the benefits of green space and connectivity are shared by all. This request is for $4.150M in federal funding to enhance the brick-and-mortar construction of a land bridge between the West Overlook and the western levee of the Trinity River- safely conveying pedestrians and cyclists over the bustling Beckley Avenue and onto the trails which will take them to many of Dallas' urban corridors. This land bridge will create a seamless experience for visitors and commuters to go from the West Dallas community into our region's riverfront trail network, which connects to other spine trail networks and will ultimately connect commuters between Dallas and Fort Worth.
Smart City Community Development Program: Building for Tomorrow Today – City of Forest Hill
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: The City of Forest Hill's Smart City Community Development Initiative focuses on implementing smart water meters, energy-efficient LED lighting, and developing a walkable community with accessible sidewalks. These improvements are essential to creating a vibrant and affordable urban environment that supports both current and future residents. This initiative will build on and increase our community engagement, enhance customer service, and save the city money. In moving our city forward, it will allow Forest Hill to make more strategic decisions about future investments, develop stronger risk assessments and analysis studies for growth, and continually strengthen emergency response plans for our growing city.
Urban Forest Inventory and Analysis Where it Counts – Dallas-Fort Worth
Account: NRCS
Summary: This project will accelerate Urban Forest Inventory & Analysis in the cities of Fort Worth and Dallas to provide a natural resources structure and function baseline for community forest management that optimizes ecological benefits and corresponding quality of life of residents and nearby associated lands.
West Branch Library Enhancements - City of Dallas
Account: Economic Development Initiatives
Summary: This project will replace outdated technology and update heavily used classrooms, auditorium, and computer areas in the building, as well as wayfinding, exterior improvements, and mechanical systems such as HVAC. The current public computers were last replaced in 2014 and are losing functionality while the classrooms and auditorium no longer have audiovisual equipment or appropriate furniture to be conducive to learning. Refreshing the technology and physical space of the building would enhance this neighborhood branch’s ability to provide its most sought-after services: adult education and workforce training and digital literacy skills instruction.
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