HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-0036 - 2026-03-03 - Informal ReportINFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
No. 26-0036
To the Mayor and Members of the City Council March 3, 2026
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SUBJECT: CITATIONS ISSUED IN THE EAST LANCASTER CORRIDOR
rrn RELATED TO THE NEW PUBLIC SAFETY INITIATIVE
The purpose of this informal report is to provide Mayor and Council with a detailed list of citations issued
as part of the East Lancaster Public Safety Initiative as requested.
Recent History of Public Safety Initiatives in the East Lancaster Corridor
In October 2025, HOPE Officers and area stakeholders observed a significant increase in illegal street
camping that obstructed sidewalks and portions of roadways near the 2400 block of Cypress Street and
1500 East Presidio Street. This area is also responsible for a disproportionally high amount of violent
crime when compared to other parts of the city. The table below represents Police Reporting area (PRA)
A450 for this Corridor.
A450- 2025 Violent Crime
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
NUY
JU-N
Jn
AUG
SEP
OCT
NOV
DEC
Grand Total
IAGG ASSA LT
2
1
4
0
1
2
3
3
1
3
8
1
29
I ASSAL-L T
10
11
10
7
12
14
6
12
10
12
9
8
121
IFORCED RAPE
0
1
0
0
0
4
1
0
0
2
1
0
9
IFGRCED SODONfY
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
IROBBERY
0
0
0
0
0
1
2
2
1
0
0
1
7
JWEAPO SVIGL
0
0
0
0
0
0
2
0
2
0
0
0
4
Grand Total
12
13
14
-
13
21
14
1-
14
is
is
10
1-1
In early November 2025, a notice was distributed to individuals experiencing homelessness in the area, as
well as to nearby resource centers and shelters. The notice, titled "NOTICE OF ENFORCEMENT OF
STATE LAW AND CITY ORDINANCES REGARDING CAMPING AND STORING ITEMS ON PUBLIC
PROPERTY," was provided as a courtesy and outlined applicable ordinances related to prohibited
camping, obstruction of roadways, and unauthorized private use of streets and sidewalks.
On November 13, 2025, the HOPE Unit conducted a large-scale cleanup throughout the East Lancaster
corridor with assistance from Environmental Services, Animal Control, and other City departments. The
cleanup was successful in removing illegal campsites, waste, and debris. However, the success was
short-lived, and within days, the area returned to its prior condition.
In January 2026, a new public safety initiative was launched with an emphasis on sustainable outcomes
and enhanced safety for both individuals' experiencing homelessness and the volunteers and advocates
working in the East Lancaster corridor. This Corridor is defined as the area bounded by 2300-2500
Cypress Street and 1300-1600 E. Presidio Street. The initiative is a collaborative effort from HOPE,
Central Patrol, Central Bikes, Homeless Strategies, Environmental Services, and other area partners. The
overall goal is to maintain a safe, clean, and crime -free environment for this vulnerable population and
those providing services to them.
ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER FORT WORTH, TEXAS
INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
No. 26-0036
To the Mayor and Members of the City Council March 3, 2026
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SUBJECT: CITATIONS ISSUED IN THE EAST LANCASTER CORRIDOR
rrn RELATED TO THE NEW PUBLIC SAFETY INITIATIVE
East Lancaster Public Safety Initiative — Citations Issued During Inclement Weather Event
(January 23 - 27, 2026)
EXPIRED LICENSE PLATE REGISTRATION 4
FAIL TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 1
FAIL TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY WITH PREVIOUS 1
CONVICTION
NO CHANGE OF ADDRESS -OPERATOR DL 1
NO OPERATOR'S LICENSE 1
OPERATE MOTOR VEHICLE W/O LICENSE PLATES OR WITH ONE 1
PLATE
PARKED IN A TOW -AWAY ZONE 3
Grand Total 12
East Lancaster Public Safety Initiative — Total Citations Issued
(January 23, 2026, to February 10, 2026)
CONSUME ALCOHOL-1000 FT SHELTER
1
DRIVING WHILE LICENSE INVALID
1
EXPIRED LICENSE PLATE REGISTRATION
11
FAIL TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
6
FAIL TO MAINTAIN FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY WITH PREVIOUS
1
CONVICTION
FAIL TO YIELD RIGHT OF WAY STOP SIGN
1
IMPROPERLY PLACED LICENSE PLATE
1
NO CHANGE OF ADDRESS -OPERATOR DL
2
NO OPERATOR'S LICENSE
6
OPERATE MOTOR VEHICLE W/O LICENSE PLATES OR WITH ONE
1
PLATE
PARKED IN A TOW -AWAY ZONE
3
PROHIBITION OF CAMPING IN PUBLIC PLACES
15
PUBLIC INTOXICATION
2
STOP SIGN
2
Grand Total
53
If you have any questions concerning this information, please contact Commander Robert Stewart at 817-
966-6740 or robe rt. stewarta-fortworthtexas.gov.
Jesus "Jay" Chapa
City Manager
ISSUED BY THE CITY MANAGER FORT WORTH, TEXAS