HomeMy WebLinkAbout25-0130 - 2025-12-02 - Informal Report (2)INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
No. 25-0130
To the Mayor and Members of the City Council December 2, 2025
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SUBJECT: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT QUARTER 4 FY2025 UPDATE
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The Economic Development Department continues its efforts towards the goals and outcomes
outlined in the 2022 Economic Development Strategic Plan Update. This Informal Report is to
provide highlights of the fourth quarter projects and initiatives for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY 2025).
Business Attraction/Retention and Redevelopment Efforts
The fourth quarter of FY 2025 capped a standout year by adding several important projects that
feature commitments of more than $500 million in total capital investment and more than 2,500
new and retained jobs.
• Across all of FY 2025, the City of Fort Worth secured project commitments totaling more than
$6.7 billion in new capital investment and more than 6,900 new and retained jobs, marking
the strongest year in more than a decade across those measures.
• In addition to the strategic and economic impact of these projects, the fiscal impact reflects
total projected City tax revenues of $166 million (net of incentives) over the lifetime of the
agreements, with an average of $15.5 million in net City tax revenues forecast to be
generated annually in that time.
• A major highlight for the fourth quarter of FY 2025 was the culmination of the 3-year pilot
period for the Main Street Program in the Northside with the anticipated launch into a two-
year extension and pilot years for the City's new partner in Polytechnic — Texas Wesleyan
University.
• Through combined commitments from the Downtown and Lancaster TIF Districts, the City and
its partners were able to secure more than $40 million in financing support for the construction
of a new parking garage which will serve as a component of the new Research and
Innovation Building at Texas A&M's downtown Fort Worth campus.
• Adorn Industries selected Fort Worth for the location of a $229 million multi -phase project to
develop a new prototyping lab, electronics workbench, and semiconductor fab for cloud -based
users. The project will deliver a minimum $16.25 million in average annual Research and
Development (R&D) expenditures.
• In addition to a separate $40 million expansion also announced in August that involves
commitments to retain existing staff, Alcon and the City came to terms for an agreement that
will lead to a minimum capital investment of $186 million and the addition of 241 new jobs
through the relocation of two major product lines from Europe.
As of the date on which this informational report was prepared, the department has 98 open and
active projects, including business recruitment/development and community redevelopment
projects. The following charts provide an overview of the current pipeline of business
development and community development projects as well as a look at project wins in FY 2025.
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Projects Won by Fiscal Year
3❑
25
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7,000
6,000
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Total Job Commitments
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Total Capital Investment
$7000
Commitments $6,753
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Average Salary Commitments
$120,000
$100,000
$95,312 $98,525
$80,00❑ $69,242 $69,609
$60,000
$ 40,000
$ 20,000
$0
FY 2022 FY 2023 FY 2024 FY 2025
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Current Project Pipeline
Note: The Project Pipeline only represents a snapshot in time of current projects. It does not
include project leads and closed projects (including projects won or those considered/evaluated
but subsequently declined or lost within the year), nor does it include the 85 City and TIF projects
that are currently in active review for compliance.
Stage
Prospecting ■
Opportunity
Engaged
Imminent ■
Announced ■
Pending Contract ■
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All Open
Projects
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New Leads in FY 2025
Inbound Business Development Leads Only
Total New Project Leads: 185 Total Mega Projects: 14
# of Leads
Business Recruitment
& Expansion
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Community & Real
Estate Development
Total Capex: S55.72 B Total New Jobs: 59,236
54
Leads Pursued 0 % of New Leads Received by RFP:
Leads Declined (by Reason) 65%
41 Insufficient Capital Investment ■
185 Insufficient Wages
Lack of Available Sites / Sites Not Suitable % of Inbound or RFP Leads Declined:
Not in Target Industry ! Unaligned with Strategy 56%
Negative Impactor Byproduct
Other
Note: Total Business Development Leads declined by the City in FY 2025 have increased both in
number and percentage versus FY 2024.
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New Leads in FY 2025 by Industry
Business Development Leads Only
Total New Project Leads: 201 Total Mega Projects: 14 Total Capex: $56.2 B Total New Jobs: 73,336
Primary Industry
(TI) Aerospace & Defense -Aerospace Manufacturing and Design •
(TI) Aerospace & Defense - Other •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Biopharmaceutical Products and Medical Technologies •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Computer and Information Services •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Corporate Headquarters •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators -Financial Services • % of New Leads in a Target Industry:
1
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Other Professional Services
(TI) Energy -Alternative Energy Equipment
53%
59 (TI) Energy - Alternative Energy Generation
12 (TI) Energy - Energy Storage and Distribution
201 (TI) Energy - Other
(TI) Energy - Smarr Building Systems
(TI) Mobility - vehicle Technologies •
(TI) Mobility - Automotive & Transportation Manufacturing •
(TI) Mobility - Logistics Technologies and Management •
r (TI) Mobility - Other •
(TI) Mobility- Transportation Services •
Agriculture
Chemicals
Construction
Data Center
Distribution & Warehousing
Electronics
Food & Beverage
Manufacturing
New Projects in FY 2025 by Industry
Total New Projects: 75 Total Mega Projects: 14 Total Capex: $19.2 B
Total New Jobs: 12,640
Primary Industry
(TI) Aerospace & Defense -Aerospace Manufacturing and Design 40
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Biopharmaceutical Products and Medical Technologies •
p/o of New Projects in a Target Industry:
(TI)Anchors 9Innovators -Collegesand Universities 0
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Computer and Information Services
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Corporate Headquarters r
60 %
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Engineering Services •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Hospitals •
(TI) Culture - Hospitality & Tounsm •
75 (TI) Energy - Other
(TI) Energy - Smart Building Systems
(TI)Mobility- Automotive & Transportation Manufacturing
(TI) Mobility - Vehicle Technologies •
Data Center
Distribution & Warehousing
Food & Beverage
Government
Manufacturing
Other
Public Improvements •
Real Estate Development
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All Open Projects by Industry
Total Open Projects: 98
Total Mega Projects: 17 Total Capex: $24.9 B
Primary Industry
(I'll Aerospace & Defense -Aerospace Manufacturing and Design •
Aerospace 8 Defense -Other •
5
Products
(71) Anchors & Innovators - BiopharmaCeuhcal Products and Medical Technologies
(TI) Anchors & Innovators- Colleges and Universities
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Computer and Information Services •
(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Corporate Headquarters •
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(TI) Anchors & Innovators - Engineering Services •
(TI) Cutture - Film •
(TI)Culture - Other •
(TI) Energy - Other
(TI) Energy - Smart Building Systems
(TI) Mobility - Automotive & Transportation Manufacturing •
(TI) Mobility - Omer •
(TI) Mobility - Transportation Services •
(TI) Mobility - Vehicle Technologies •
Data Center
Distribution & Warehousing
Food & Beverage
Government
Manufacturing
Other
Public Improvements •
Real Estate Development •
Recreation
Retail
All Open Projects by Target Area
Total Open Projects: 98 Total Mega Projects: 17 Total Capex: S24.9 B
F ort '.. crin Iarg et Area
Industry Growth Center - Bonds Ranch 1237 Corridor
Industry Growth Center- DFW Airport
Industry Growth Center - 1-35 Corridor South
Industry Growth Center - Meacham
Industry Grwrth Center - Southeast 287
industry GrovRh Center - Western Ranches
Innovation District - Near South side Medical Innov Dist •
Innovation District -Alliance Mobility Innov. zone •
None/Unknown
PTA - Altamesa and MCCart •
RTA - East Berry •
RTA - Historic Handley •
RTA - Historic Southslde
RTA - Near Northside
RTA - Woodhaven
Strategic Dev. Area - Downtown/CBD
Strategic Dev. Area - Near West Side
Strategic Dev. Area - Panther Island
Strategic Dev. Area - Stockyards •
Strategic Dev. Area - Tnnity River and Lakes
Total New Jobs: 17.007
% Open Projects in a Target Industry:
60%
Total New Jobs: 17,007
no Open Projects in a Target Area:
82%
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Communitv Revitalization
• Evans & Rosedale
Since approvals in April and May 2025 and the signing of the Purchase and Sales
Agreements in Q3, the developer and City continued the pre -development process,
community engagements, and legal agreement negotiations. A financial restructure for
better return and stability for the deal was approved in October with no impact to timelines
and the development.
• Fort Worth Main Street Program
o Historic Northside District: From July through September, the Historic Northside
District (HND) continued making strong progress in its revitalization and capacity -
building efforts through projects focused on design, economic vitality, organization,
and promotion. In this timeframe, HND:
■ Issued an RFP for gateway signage and engaged the Amon Carter
Foundation with support from Downtown Fort Worth, Inc.
■ Launched branding guidelines, enhancing its visual identity and marketing
consistency
■ Secured a contract for the North Main Banner Program
■ Assisted the following properties: Mercado Building (Central) through design
review, 1434 N. Main (Alan's Lids). The Percy Building interior remodel was
completed. New contract was established with CHC (Mercado Building) to
support future activation
■ Helped with the following small business milestones:
• Three Northside businesses graduating from the Lanzar cohort with
one business placing third in the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce (FWHCC) competition.
• Over 60 small businesses were engaged through Sonidos Northside
• Ongoing technical support provided to Hugo's Cinco de Mayo, El Don
de las Nieves, Lorraine's Bakery, Northside Community LLC,
Espinoza's Produce, Cultura Markets, and Tacos con Madre.
• Two Northside businesses enrolled in mentorship programs,
continuing to build entrepreneurial capacity in the district.
■ Reached the following organizational milestones this quarter, including:
• Approved Texas nonprofit incorporation and submission of its
501(c)(3)
• Formed a technical advisory committee in partnership with Community
Design Fort Worth
• Secured a $40,000 BEACON (Building Economic Access, Community,
Opportunity & Networks) Grant along with over $57,000 in Sonidos
program funding (May —September)
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• Hosted one Nonprofit Connect meeting with 15 participating
organizations and engaged 15 nonprofits through Sonidos
programming
■ Partnered with Trinity Habitat for Humanity through the Cowtown Brush -Up
program, which resulted in five Northside homes repaired
■ Partnered with Texas A&M Law School to provide heirship legal support to
homeowners
■ Finished the last Sonidos del Summer event with visitor totals coming in at
8,831 visitors to the three events, digital engagement reached 128,000
views, 2,600 interactions, and 252 new page follows. Over 308 volunteer
hours logged worth approximately $10,715.00 and vendor business revenue
reports are being processed
■ Received extensive media coverage in ULI National Magazine, the Fort
Worth Report, CBS 11, Telemundo, NBC 5, and Univision, elevating visibility
for Northside's ongoing revitalization efforts
■ Hosted a Strategic Planning and Main Street Year -End Workshop with key
city leaders, foundations, community stakeholders, small businesses, and
property owners, successfully finalizing the three-year Pilot Program contract
with the City of Fort Worth with reporting and reconciliation in the works for
the upcoming quarter
o Polvtechnic Heights District: From July to September, the Polytechnic Main Street
District continued to advance revitalization efforts through its partnership with Texas
Wesleyan University (TXWES) and local stakeholders. TXWES is currently bringing
two commercial buildings along East Rosedale to white -box condition to attract new
tenants, one of which already has a tenant committed once the buildout is complete
and is seeking additional retail tenants. Additionally, the TXWES College of
Business has begun filling previously vacant office spaces along Rosedale with
three new office tenants, further activating the corridor. The Polytechnic Heights
Main Street has begun holding subcommittee meetings and has confirmed dates to
begin the Transformation and Work Plan process with Main Street America. The
program has also started identifying property and business owners interested in
participating in Main Street initiatives.
In coordination with Councilwoman Martinez, the City of Fort Worth staff supporting
Polytechnic is reviewing ordinances related to blighted and abandoned properties
along commercial corridors to address code and redevelopment challenges. The
Polytechnic Main Street District has also met with North Central Texas Council of
Governments (NCTCOG) and Transportation and Public Works (TPW) to evaluate
key corridors and identify opportunities to improve walkability. Sidewalk audits will
be conducted in the coming months to provide data to support these infrastructure
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efforts. TXWES launched a new course focused on community development and
local business programming, providing students with hands-on experience in
neighborhood revitalization. The university is exploring opportunities to expand the
course into a certificate program, further strengthening community and economic
development capacity in Polytechnic Heights.
• Woodhaven Conservation Plan
Since the completion of the Woodhaven Neighborhood Conservation Plan in March 2025,
City staff and partners continued to work together to advance the strategies outlined within
each goal area. Implementation efforts are ongoing and coordinated across departments
and stakeholders to ensure measurable progress. This includes exploring opportunities for
catalytic investments, aligning policies with plan priorities, and engaging residents and
local organizations in the work. Efforts are underway to explore the creation of a new park
at the Eastside Library as those were two of the top recommendations.
• CDFI Friendly Fort Worth
During Q4 of FY25, LiftFund has reported as of August 31, funded loan disbursements of
$510K (28% of goal), representing eight loans and the retention or creation of 61 FTE's
under the Interest Buy Down program (IBD). Total buy down under the program is $212K
(46% of CDFI invested dollars). A meeting was held with LiftFund executives on October
14, 2025, and they will modify future reports to reflect declination challenges. In Fort
Worth, workshops have garnered positive registration yet limited attendees in some
cases. Challenges continue to relate to the lack of borrower preparation or continued need
for robust financial resources to ensure that borrowers build sustainable business
practices.
• Berry/Stalcup Redevelopment
After receiving FWLDC and City Council approvals in August of 2024, the City continued to
work with Berry Stalcup Redevelopment Partners, LLC, on a revised site plan for the
property which includes a proposal for the development of 34 townhouse units and up to
11 live/work units. The design and overall scope of the project will create a catalytic mixed -
use environment and provide for open space amenities in the neighborhood. Staff is
currently working with the developers on an adjusted timeline for project construction.
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Community Development Projects by Revitalization Target Area (RTA)
Tota l Projects: 34
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The Devoyd Jennings Business Assistance Center (BAC) is a comprehensive resource hub
dedicated to equipping entrepreneurs with the essential skills and tools they need to start, grow,
or operate a business. The BAC offers a range of services including training, technical
assistance, access to capital, and business support. During the last quarter, Economic
Development staff organized or facilitated more than 37 entrepreneurial events and community
initiatives aimed at supporting a diverse range of entrepreneurs while actively engaging
community stakeholders to strengthen the local small business community.
This quarter's programming and partnership summaries include the following:
Business Readiness and Entrepreneurial Programming: As part of ongoing efforts to
strengthen the capacity of local small business owners, initiatives like Impact Ventures' Capital
Readiness Program and the Fort Worth Business Plan Competition provided cohort -based
training series designed to help business owners build a strategic plan for future growth.
The Fort Worth Business Plan Competition, a City -sponsored initiative, launched its 2025 cohort
in July. Frost Bank, serving as the lead sponsor, hosted four workshops in July that focused on
key aspects of business planning. Participants also received personalized mentoring from
community partners to refine and finalize their plans.
By participating in the Fort Worth Business Plan Competition, small business owners get expert
guidance, mentorship, and practical tools to strengthen their business, and the top three finishers
earn cash prizes of $10,000 for first place, $6,000 for second place, and $4,000 for third place.
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Networking and Start-up Community Connectivity: Recurring gatherings like 1 Million Cups
Fort Worth, Cowtown Leads Exchange, and the Guinn Campus Partners' Coffee events continue
to strengthen connections within our local entrepreneurial community. This quarter marked a
historic milestone as 1 Million Cups Fort Wort launched the nation's first all -Spanish edition
alongside its regular English session. Representatives from the Kauffman Foundation traveled
from Kansas City to recognize and celebrate the innovative model established in Fort Worth. It is
one that will likely emulate in other cities nationwide.
Economic
Impacts: The campus continues
to be a significant driver of regional
growth by
generating
more than $39 million in economic impact in the BAC fiscal year ending
in August.
The campus supported the creation of 610
new jobs, while retaining 1,284 jobs and helping
launch 57
new businesses. Together, these
achievements highlight the campus'
key role in
creating a
more resilient economy. You can
view the BAC Annual Report for FY
2025 here:
2024-2025
BAC Annual Report.
Small Business Development Program: The new Small Business division of the Economic
Development department was created and the Small Business Development Program was
launched in August. Six team members, led by an assistant director, are focused on several
initiatives that assist small businesses, including assisting them to get their Small Business
Enterprise (SBE) certification, working collectively with the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce,
Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce, and the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of
Commerce to provide more resources, build long-term bonding and insurance partnerships,
assist with matching qualified small businesses with City contracting opportunities, and leveraging
extensive communication tools to expand reach of City of Fort Worth contracting opportunities.
Key activities in Q4 include:
• Initial discussions of performance metrics were held with all three Chambers of
Commerce. Execution of these contracts is expected in Q1 of FY 2026.
• Execution of an agreement with the North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency
(NCTRCA) is also expected to be completed in Q1 of FY 2026. This agreement will help
expedite the SBE certification process and assist up to 95 small businesses with the
expedite fee.
• Initial discussions were held with the Beck School of Construction to bring the 2026 cohort
to Fort Worth.
• The Small Business Advisory Board replaced the former BEF Business Advisory Council
and notifications were sent out for the first meeting being held on Monday, November 3.
• The Veterans Affairs Office moved into the Economic Development department and now
has a refined focus on assisting veteran -owned businesses, specifically helping guide
them to certifications, procurement access, training and workshops, and other resources
like potential financing and grant funding.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation (E&I)
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Fort Worth's entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem continues to expand through high -
impact collaborations, community -led programs, and purpose-built spaces. CreateFW is thriving
in its new Near Southside location, featuring event space, a dedicated training room, and
expanded meeting areas that strengthen the city's growing entrepreneurial community.
AccelerateFW continues to foster early -stage innovation through programs like 1 Million Cups, a
weekly meetup where entrepreneurs share ideas, receive feedback, and refine their business
strategies in a supportive environment.
In partnership with the Fort Worth Tarrant County Innovation Partnership (FWTCIP), Texas A&M—
Fort Worth is launching the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies (CAAT), a $50
million groundbreaking initiative designed to accelerate research and development in emerging
aviation technologies and further position Fort Worth as a national leader in next -generation
flight.
Economic Development Marketinq/Messaginq
• Collaboration with Quinn PR: The Quinn team continued working with department staff,
the Mayor's Office, and the Fort Worth EDP to strategically place stories in national outlets
and capitalize on broadcast opportunities to support Fort Worth's economic development
efforts. Deliverables from Q4 of FY 2025 include a feature with Mayor Parker in the New
York Stock Exchange's NYSE TV, an interview with Ian Kinne (AllianceTexas) with Fleet
Equipment Magazine highlighting the Mobility Innovation Zone, and an interview with
Robert Allen (FW EDP) on Shovel Talk, Golden Shovel Agency's podcast for economic
development professionals.
• BAC Marketing and Promotion: Continued promoting campus programs, including the
Fort Worth Business Plan Competition and updating the BAC web calendar, BAC
newsletter, and BAC social media channels.
• Department Marketing and PR:
o Worked on and/or secured 131 placements in local and regional media in total
during this FY.
o Continued building the department's social media presence:
■ Linkedln
• Growth: 693 new followers in Q4
• Average engagement rate: 7.3% (Industry average: 3.6%)
■ Facebook
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• Growth: 1,355 new followers in Q4
• Average engagement rate: 1.8% (Industry average: 2%)
Workforce Development
• Continued collaboration with the Mayor's Council on Education & Workforce.
• Activities include:
o Served as an official committee member of the Mayor's Council on Education &
Workforce's newly formed Pathways Leadership Committee. This committee is part
of the new Texas Regional Pathways Network (TRPN) initiative. The TRPN is a joint
effort of the Tri-Agency Workforce Initiative, a collaboration between the Texas
Education Agency (TEA), the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
(THECB), and the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).
o Economic Development staff participated in the manufacturing industry convening
that took place as part of this effort.
• Hosted four talent site visits:
o M&M Manufacturing
o Essner Manufacturing
o Cowboy Aerospace
o Range Resources
The above highlighted projects and initiatives are an overview of the collective and collaborative
work that the staff of the Economic Development Department are doing to address the goals and
outcomes outlined in the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
If you have any questions concerning this information, please contact Jessica Rogers, Economic
Development Director at iessica.rogers(d�fortworthtexas.gov.
Jesus "Jay" Chapa
City Manager
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