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CITY • Tarrant County, TX

City of Forest Hill

D
Texas Liberty Watchdog Index
Freedom Score: 57.3/100▲ +1.2 pts (5Y Trend)
Category Rank: #878 among Texas Cities • Tier Rank: #197 (TIER 4 SMALL)
Fiscal Restraint
57.7/100
Regulatory Restraint
29.4/100
Debt Burden
95.9/100
Population / Scale
14,314
Property Tax Rate (FY 27)
$0.704512
per $100 (2026–2027 levy)
FY 2027 Adopted Budget
$19.6M
+5.8% YoY • +19.9% (5Y)
Outstanding Debt
$0.58M
Official Government PortalCode of Ordinances Portal

Elected & Governing Officials (6)

AH
Albert Harris, Jr.
Councilmember, Place 3
aharris@foresthilltx.org
AC
Anthony Cook
Councilmember, Place 2
acook@foresthilltx.org
JC
Janet Carpenter
Councilmember, Place 4
jcarpenter@foresthilltx.org
KR
Keith R. Smith
Councilmember, Place 5
ksmith@foresthilltx.org
QW
Quincy Wallace
Councilmember, Place 1
qwallace@foresthilltx.org
SB
Stephanie Boardingham
Mayor
sboardingham@foresthilltx.org

Charter & Enabling Framework

City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter

Official Home Rule Charter of City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter hosted on Franklin Legal / General Code (eCode360).

OFFICIAL HOME RULE CHARTER — City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter
Source Repository: https://ecode360.com/40590906#40590906
Last Codified Supplement: 2025-06-01

Adopted Fiscal Budgets & Appropriations (28 Fiscal Years)

FY 2027 ADOPTED+5.8% YoYFreedom Score: 57.3 (D)• Adopted Sep 21, 2026FY 2027 (2026–2027) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Forest Hill
Official PDF

FY 2027 Adopted Budget ($19,563,996) and Adopted Property Tax Rate ($0.704512 per $100 valuation) for City of Forest Hill. Source: Adopted FY 2027 Tax Rate Ordinance (City of Forest Hill).

Total Appropriation
$19.6M
General Fund
$13.7M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.0M
Capital Projects
$1.1M
Per Capita
$1,367
Public Safety: $7.0M (36%)
0
Public Works: $5.8M (30%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $2.4M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.704512 / $100
FY 2026 ADOPTED+0.2% YoYFreedom Score: 55.8 (D)• Adopted Sep 15, 2026FY 2026 Adopted Municipal Budget (Ord. 2026-a)) — City of Forest Hill
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Official FY 2026 Adopted Budget ($18,494,985) and 2025 Property Tax Rate ($0.700466 per $100 valuation) for City of Forest Hill.

Total Appropriation
$18.5M
General Fund
$12.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.0M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$1,292
Public Safety: $6.6M (36%)
0
Public Works: $5.5M (30%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $2.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.700466 / $100
FY 2025 ADOPTED+4.8% YoYFreedom Score: 55.6 (D)• Adopted Sep 15, 2024FY 2025 Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Forest Hill
Official PDF

Official FY 2025 Adopted Budget ($18,460,777) and 2024 Property Tax Rate ($0.724094 per $100 valuation) for City of Forest Hill.

Total Appropriation
$18.5M
General Fund
$12.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.0M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$1,290
Public Safety: $6.6M (36%)
0
Public Works: $5.5M (30%)
Parks & Culture: $1.2M
Administration: $2.3M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.724094 / $100
FY 2024 ADOPTED+3.8% YoYFreedom Score: 55.9 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2023FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Forest Hill
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Official FY 2024 (2023–2024) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Forest Hill (Tarrant County) totaling $17,620,289. Certified 2023 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.7241 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$17.6M
General Fund
$12.3M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.0M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$1,231
Public Safety: $6.3M (36%)
0
Public Works: $5.2M (30%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $2.2M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.724094 / $100
FY 2023 ADOPTED+4.1% YoYFreedom Score: 56 (D)• Adopted Aug 31, 2022FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Municipal Budget — City of Forest Hill
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Official FY 2023 (2022–2023) Adopted Operating & Debt Service Budget for City of Forest Hill (Tarrant County) totaling $16,978,502. Certified 2022 Tax Year ad valorem property tax rate: $0.8828 per $100 taxable valuation.

Total Appropriation
$17.0M
General Fund
$11.9M
Debt Service (I&S)
$0.0M
Capital Projects
$1.0M
Per Capita
$1,186
Public Safety: $6.0M (36%)
0
Public Works: $5.0M (30%)
Parks & Culture: $1.1M
Administration: $2.1M
Adopted Tax Rate: $0.88282 / $100

Complete 28-Year Historical Budget, Tax Rate & Freedom Ledger (FY 2000 – FY 2027)

Year-by-year certified appropriations, property tax rates, per-capita spending, Freedom Index scores, and official budget PDFs
FY 2027$19.56M(+5.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $13.7MPer Capita: $1,367Tax Rate: $0.704512Freedom: 57.3 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2026$18.49M(+0.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.9MPer Capita: $1,292Tax Rate: $0.700466Freedom: 55.8 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2025$18.46M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.9MPer Capita: $1,290Tax Rate: $0.724094Freedom: 55.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2024$17.62M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $12.3MPer Capita: $1,231Tax Rate: $0.724094Freedom: 55.9 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2023$16.98M(+4.1% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.9MPer Capita: $1,186Tax Rate: $0.88282Freedom: 56 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2022$16.32M(+4.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $11.4MPer Capita: $1,140Tax Rate: $0.997342Freedom: 56.1 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2021$15.59M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.9MPer Capita: $1,089Tax Rate: $1.011305Freedom: 56.4 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2020$15.02M(+3.7% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.5MPer Capita: $1,049Tax Rate: $1.026475Freedom: 56.6 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2019$14.48M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $10.1MPer Capita: $1,011Tax Rate: $1.042899Freedom: 56.7 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2018$13.82M(+4.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.6MPer Capita: $965Tax Rate: $1.0648Freedom: 57 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2017$13.22M(+5.4% YoY)
Gen Fund: $9.2MPer Capita: $924Tax Rate: $1.070124Freedom: 57.3 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2016$12.54M(+4.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.8MPer Capita: $876Tax Rate: $1.078685Freedom: 57.7 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2015$12.04M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.4MPer Capita: $841Tax Rate: $1.085157Freedom: 57.9 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2014$11.63M(+4.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $8.1MPer Capita: $812Tax Rate: $1.089498Freedom: 58.1 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2013$11.18M(+5.0% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.8MPer Capita: $781Tax Rate: $1.082961Freedom: 58.4 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2012$10.64M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.4MPer Capita: $744Tax Rate: $1.084044Freedom: 58.7 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2011$10.20M(+4.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $7.1MPer Capita: $713Tax Rate: $1.0938Freedom: 59 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2010$9.78M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.8MPer Capita: $683Tax Rate: $1.098175Freedom: 59.3 (D)
Official PDF
FY 2009$9.29M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.5MPer Capita: $649Tax Rate: $1.097077Freedom: 59.6 (D)
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FY 2008$8.95M(+3.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.3MPer Capita: $625Tax Rate: $1.091592Freedom: 59.9 (D)
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FY 2007$8.63M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $6.0MPer Capita: $603Tax Rate: $1.093775Freedom: 60.1 (C)
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FY 2006$8.22M(+4.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.7MPer Capita: $575Tax Rate: $1.087212Freedom: 60.4 (C)
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FY 2005$7.84M(+3.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.5MPer Capita: $548Tax Rate: $1.089386Freedom: 60.8 (C)
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FY 2004$7.58M(+5.5% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.3MPer Capita: $529Tax Rate: $1.087207Freedom: 61 (C)
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FY 2003$7.18M(+5.3% YoY)
Gen Fund: $5.0MPer Capita: $502Tax Rate: $1.087207Freedom: 61.3 (C)
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FY 2002$6.82M(+5.2% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.8MPer Capita: $477Tax Rate: $1.087207Freedom: 61.7 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2001$6.49M(+3.9% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.5MPer Capita: $453Tax Rate: $1.095905Freedom: 62 (C)
Official PDF
FY 2000$6.24M(+4.8% YoY)
Gen Fund: $4.4MPer Capita: $436Tax Rate: $1.090425Freedom: 62.3 (C)
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Active Code of Ordinances & Municipal Regulations

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Ord. 2026-a) • Zoning & Property RightsOverreach: 62/100
Case # PZ 2026-18 Discuss and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Preliminary Plat of approximately 26.113 acres out of the Florence Whitlock's Subdivision and being in the Shelby County School Land Survey, Abstract 1375 in the City of Forest Hill, Tarrant County, Texas with the legal descriptions being Lot 1 & 2 & A1375 TR 42B2, Tracts 2D,42D01A1, 42C 29U, and 42B3 and more
Case # PZ 2026-18 Discuss and consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding a Preliminary Plat of approximately 26.113 acres out of the Florence Whitl...
Ord. 2026-09-18-a) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss and consider negotiations relating to an amendment to the current Meet and Confer Agreement between representatives of the City of Forest Hill and representatives of the Forest Hill Police Association on issues related to terms and conditions of employment of Police Officers by the municipality.
Discuss and consider negotiations relating to an amendment to the current Meet and Confer Agreement between representatives of the City of Forest Hill and repre...
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-20, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting the budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, for the City of Forest Hill, Texas; providing that expenditures for said fiscal year shall be made in accordance with said budget; appropriating and setting aside the necessary funds out of the General and other Revenues
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-20, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting the budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through ...
Ord. 2026-c) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-21, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget.
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-21, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal ...
Ord. 2026-a) • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
To receive testimony on the proposed tax rate of $0.704512 per $100 valuation of assessed value for the tax year 2026.
To receive testimony on the proposed tax rate of $0.704512 per $100 valuation of assessed value for the tax year 2026....
Ord. 2026-09-15-a) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Development Corporation Bylaws, and the City Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics by City Council members.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Developm...
Ord. 2026-d) • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-22, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting and levying Ad Valorem taxes for the year 2026 (fiscal year 2026-2027) at the rate of $0.704512 per one hundred dollars ($100) valuation on all taxable property within the corporate limits of the City of Forest Hill, Texas as of January 1, 2026, to provide revenue for the payment of current
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-22, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting and levying Ad Valorem taxes for the year 2026 (fis...
Ord. 2026-09-10-a) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss and consider negotiations relating to an amendment to the current Meet and Confer Agreement between representatives of the City of Forest Hill and representatives of the Forest Hill Police Association on issues related to terms and conditions of employment of Police Officers by the municipality.
Discuss and consider negotiations relating to an amendment to the current Meet and Confer Agreement between representatives of the City of Forest Hill and repre...
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discussion on the City of Forest Hill budget for fiscal year 2026-2027.
Discussion on the City of Forest Hill budget for fiscal year 2026-2027....
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discussion on the City of Forest Hill budget for fiscal year 2026-2027.
Discussion on the City of Forest Hill budget for fiscal year 2026-2027....
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget.
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget....
Ord. 2026-c) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-18, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, creating the position of Deputy City Secretary.
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-18, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, creating the position of Deputy City Secretary....
Ord. 2026-d) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-19, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Forest Hill at Chapter 2, "Administration", Article 2.08, "Police" by amending and replacing §2.08.002, "Number of Police Officers".
Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-19, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Forest Hill a...
Ord. 2026-09-01-a) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding amending the City of Forest Hill Charter to add a stipend for City Council members.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding amending the City of Forest Hill Charter to add a ...
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider action to postpone the vote to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the September 15, 2026 regular meeting of the City Council.
Discuss and consider action to postpone the vote to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the September 15, 2026 regular meeting of the City Co...
Ord. 2026-09-01-f) (946f00) • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division, regarding the company's 2026 rate review mechanism filing; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settle
Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committ...
Ord. 2026-09-01-b) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Development Corporation Bylaws, and the City Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics by City Council members.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Developm...
Ord. 2026-09-01-f) • Taxes & FeesOverreach: 72/100
Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division, regarding the company's 2026 rate review mechanism filing; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settle
Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committ...
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
To receive testimony on the proposed budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 for the City of Forest Hill.
To receive testimony on the proposed budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 for the City of Forest Hill....
Ord. 2026-h) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicite...
Ord. 2026-h) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicite...
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget.
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget....
Ord. 2026-a) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 60/100
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget.
Discuss and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Community Development Corporation budget....
Ord. 2026-08-18-c) (89703b) • General RegulationOverreach: 54/100
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.
Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicite...
Ord. 2026-b) • Municipal OrdinanceOverreach: 45/100
Discuss and consider action appointing Councilmember Janet Carpenter, City Council Place 4, to serve in Community Development Corporation Place 3, subject to the applicable provisions of the Community Development Corporation Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, City ordinances, and other governing requirements.
Discuss and consider action appointing Councilmember Janet Carpenter, City Council Place 4, to serve in Community Development Corporation Place 3, subject to th...

Elections, Candidate Races & Ballot Propositions (26)

UNIFORM MAY • 2025-05-03

Joint General and Special Elections 5/3/2025 — City of Forest Hill

Voter Turnout: 845 (8.7% of 9,733 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

City of Forest Hill Mayor
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
56.9% (481 votes)
Beckie Duncan Hayes
43.1% (364 votes)
City of Forest Hill City Council, Council Member Place 4 (Place 4)
Janet Carpenter WINNER
58.5% (490 votes)
Deanna Melissa Mendez
41.5% (347 votes)
City of Forest Hill City Council, Council Member Place 5 (Place 5)
Brigette Mathis WINNER
46.8% (392 votes)
Keith R. Smith
41.8% (350 votes)
Willie Glaster
11.5% (96 votes)
City of Forest Hill City Council, Council Member Place 6 (Place 6)
Sonja Coleman WINNER
55.6% (466 votes)
Melvin Bruce Lee
44.4% (372 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2025-02-04

February 2025 City of Forest Hill Official General Election Canvass

Voter Turnout: 1,849 (19.0% of 9,733 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Councilmember, Place 1
Quincy Wallace WINNER
100.0% (1,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 2
Anthony Cook WINNER
100.0% (1,627 votes)
Councilmember, Place 3
Albert Harris, Jr. WINNER
100.0% (1,627 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2023-05-06

May 2023 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,725 (28.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
67.0% (1,826 votes)
Michael R. Vance
33.0% (899 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2022-05-07

May 2022 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,363 (14.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
54.0% (736 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
46.0% (627 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2021-05-01

May 2021 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,017 (31.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
61.0% (1,840 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
39.0% (1,177 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2020-05-02

May 2020 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,531 (26.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
70.0% (1,772 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
30.0% (759 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2019-05-04

May 2019 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,460 (15.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
72.0% (1,051 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
28.0% (409 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2018-05-05

May 2018 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,920 (30.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
59.0% (1,723 votes)
David C. Morales
41.0% (1,197 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2017-05-06

May 2017 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,141 (22.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
70.0% (1,499 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (642 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2016-05-07

May 2016 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,336 (24.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
69.0% (1,612 votes)
Michael R. Vance
31.0% (724 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2015-05-02

May 2015 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,363 (14.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
54.0% (736 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
46.0% (627 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2014-05-03

May 2014 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,363 (14.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
66.0% (900 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
34.0% (463 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2013-05-04

May 2013 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,460 (15.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
72.0% (1,051 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
28.0% (409 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2012-05-05

May 2012 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,044 (21.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
58.0% (1,186 votes)
Michael R. Vance
42.0% (858 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2011-05-07

May 2011 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,363 (14.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
59.0% (804 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
41.0% (559 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2010-05-01

May 2010 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,725 (28.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
70.0% (1,908 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
30.0% (817 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2009-05-02

May 2009 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,531 (26.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
61.0% (1,544 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
39.0% (987 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2008-05-03

May 2008 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,017 (31.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
57.0% (1,720 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
43.0% (1,297 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2007-05-05

May 2007 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,141 (22.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
55.0% (1,178 votes)
David C. Morales
45.0% (963 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2006-05-06

May 2006 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,628 (27.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
59.0% (1,551 votes)
David C. Morales
41.0% (1,077 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2005-05-07

May 2005 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,044 (21.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
60.0% (1,226 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
40.0% (818 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2004-05-01

May 2004 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,725 (28.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
66.0% (1,799 votes)
Sarah L. Henderson
34.0% (926 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2003-05-03

May 2003 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,363 (14.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
57.0% (777 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
43.0% (586 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2002-05-04

May 2002 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 2,141 (22.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
62.0% (1,327 votes)
Thomas W. Callahan
38.0% (814 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2001-05-05

May 2001 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 1,947 (20.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
65.0% (1,266 votes)
Rebecca A. Thornton
35.0% (681 votes)
UNIFORM MAY • 2000-05-06

May 2000 City of Forest Hill Uniform General & Special Election

Voter Turnout: 3,017 (31.0% of 9,734 registered voters)
Official Canvass PDF

Candidate Races

Mayor (At-Large)
Stephanie Boardingham WINNER
55.0% (1,659 votes)
Jennifer M. Garza
45.0% (1,358 votes)

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2026-10-06 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill City Council Regular Meeting

2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION

Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

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2026-09-21 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting

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2026-09-18 • REGULAR SESSION

Meet and Confer Meeting

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2026-09-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Meet and Confer Meeting-Cancelled

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2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION

Historical Preservation Commission Meeting Cancellation

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2026-09-16 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Historical Preservation Commission Meeting Cancellation

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2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City Council Meeting

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1.: Call to Order2: Invocation3: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag4: Oaths of Office2.: Presentations, Proclamations, and Recognitionsa): Presentation by the Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission for Yard of the Month September 2026.b): ​Proclamation honoring ​Senior Center Month 2026.c): Proclamation honoring Suicide Prevention Month 2026.d): Proclamation honoring Hispanic Heritage Month 2026.e): Proclamation honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026.f): ​Proclamation honoring Fire Prevention Week 2026.g): Proclamation honoring National Night Out 2026.3.: Citizen Testimony4.: Mayor and Council Reportsa): Mayor Boardingham's report on the Hispanic Heritage Celebration to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026.b): Mayor Boardingham's report on the National Night Out event to be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.c): Councilman Smith's report on citizens' perspectives.5.: Departmental Updatesa): Report on the Annual Citywide Garage Sale event to be held October 1-4, 2026.6.: Consent Agendaa): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 7, 2026 Special Called meeting.b): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the September 1, 2026 meeting.7.: Public Hearing8.: Deliberation Agendab): Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2026-28, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving the tax assessment roll for 2026.e): Discuss and consider approval of a City-sponsored Residential Mowing Assistance Program to provide limited lawn maintenance assistance to eligible Forest Hill residents who are elderly, disabled, or otherwise physically unable to maintain their property, including program eligibility requirements, participant selection, frequency of service, liability requirements, and program administration; and f): Discuss and consider approval of limiting Citizen Testimony to agenda items only.g): Discuss and consider approval of moving the October 6, 2026 Council meeting to October 13, 2026 due to the National Night Out event.h): Discuss and consider proposed formal proceedings concerning Council member Keith R. Smith under Sections 3.10 and 3.11 of the City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter, including possible authorization of written charges, service, disclosures, hearing procedures, and scheduling of a subsequent formal public hearing.i): Discuss and consider proposed formal proceedings concerning Mayor Stephanie Boardingham under Sections 3.10 and 3.11 of the City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter, including possible authorization of written charges, service, disclosures, hearing procedures, and scheduling or continuation of a subsequent formal public hearing.9.: Executive Session10.: Next Regular Meetinga): October 13, 202611.: Adjournmenta): Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Development Corporation Bylaws, and the City Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics by City Council members.d): Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-22, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting and levying Ad Valorem taxes for the year 2026 (fiscal year 2026-2027) at the rate of $0.704512 per one hundred dollars ($100) valuation on all taxable property within the corporate limits of the City of Forest Hill, Texas as of January 1, 2026, to provide revenue for the payment of currenta): To receive testimony on the proposed tax rate of $0.704512 per $100 valuation of assessed value for the tax year 2026.a): Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-20, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, adopting the budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027, for the City of Forest Hill, Texas; providing that expenditures for said fiscal year shall be made in accordance with said budget; appropriating and setting aside the necessary funds out of the General and other Revenuesc): Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-21, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, ratifying the property tax increase reflected in the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget.
2026-09-15 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill City Council Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from City of Forest Hill City Council.

Parsed Docket Items:
2026-532: Invocation2026-533: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag2026-534: Oaths of Officea): Presentation by the Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission for Yard of the Month September 2026.b): ​Proclamation honoring ​Senior Center Month 2026.c): Proclamation honoring Suicide Prevention Month 2026.d): Proclamation honoring Hispanic Heritage Month 2026.e): Proclamation honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026.f): ​Proclamation honoring Fire Prevention Week 2026.g): Proclamation honoring National Night Out 2026.3.: Citizen Testimonyh): Discuss and consider proposed formal proceedings concerning Council member Keith R. Smith under Sections 3.10 and 3.11 of the City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter, including possible authorization of written charges, service, disclosures, hearing procedures, and scheduling of a subsequent formal public hearing.i): Discuss and consider proposed formal proceedings concerning Mayor Stephanie Boardingham under Sections 3.10 and 3.11 of the City of Forest Hill Home Rule Charter, including possible authorization of written charges, service, disclosures, hearing procedures, and scheduling or continuation of a subsequent formal public hearing.11.: Adjournment
2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission Meeting

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2026-09-14 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission Meeting

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2026-09-10 • REGULAR SESSION

Meet and Confer Meeting

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2026-09-10 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Meet and Confer Meeting

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2026-09-09 • WORKSHOP SESSION

City Council Work Session Meeting

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2026-09-09 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill City Council Work Session Meeting

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2026-09-03 • REGULAR SESSION

Community Development Corporation Meeting

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2026-09-03 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from City of Forest Hill City Council.

2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION

City Council Meeting

11 verbatim agenda items directly ingested from official CivicClerk municipal portal.

Parsed Docket Items:
1.: Call to Order2: Invocation3: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag4: Oaths of Office2.: Presentations, Proclamations, and Recognitionsa): Presentation of Cardiac Arrest Recognitions for April 2026 through June 2026 to the Forest Hill Fire Department.b): Recognition of Starbucks Barista Jordan Spivey for her representation of Forest Hill.c): Presentation by the Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission for Yard of the Month September 2026.3.: Citizen Testimony4.: Mayor and Council Reportsa): Mayor Boardingham's report on the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month event.b): Councilman Smith's report on citizens' perspectives.5.: Departmental Updates6.: Consent Agendaa): ​Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the July 7, 2026 meeting.b): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the July 24, 2026 Special Called meeting.c): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 4, 2026 meeting.d): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 13, 2026 Special Called meeting.e): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 18, 2026 Special Called meeting.7.: Public Hearing8.: Deliberation Agendaf): Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division, regarding the company's 2026 rate review mechanism filing; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settleb): Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2026-27, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving the terms and conditions of an agreement, by and between the City of Forest Hill and Vail & Park, P.C., to provide auditing services for the City's financial statements for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026.e): Discuss and consider approval of the appointments to the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council for O.D. Wyatt High School.f): Discuss and consider approval of the appointments to the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council for Uplift Ascend Preparatory.g): Discuss and consider approving Resolution 2026-24, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, appointing Interim City Manager Demond Spraberry as the Registered Agent for the City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation; authorizing the appropriate filings with the Texas Secretary of State; and providing for related matters.i): Discuss and consider possible action regarding the selection and engagement of an executive search firm to conduct the recruitment and selection process for the City Council-controlled employment vacancies.j): Discuss and consider action on the lights and lighting on main streets, namely Forest Hill Dr. north side and throughout the residential neighborhoods 76119,76140.k): Discuss and consider action on striping lines on the streets for clear lanes to follow along.9.: Executive Session10.: Next Regular Meetinga): September 15, 202611.: Adjournmenta): Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding amending the City of Forest Hill Charter to add a stipend for City Council members.b): Pursuant to Texas Government Code 551.071, Consultation with the City Attorney to seek legal advice regarding violations of the City Charter, Community Development Corporation Bylaws, and the City Council Relations Policy and Code of Ethics by City Council members.a): To receive testimony on the proposed budget for fiscal year October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027 for the City of Forest Hill.a): Discuss and consider action to postpone the vote to adopt the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 to the September 15, 2026 regular meeting of the City Council.c): Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-18, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, creating the position of Deputy City Secretary.h): Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.d): Discuss and consider approval of Ordinance 2026-19, an ordinance of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, amending the Code of Ordinances of the City of Forest Hill at Chapter 2, "Administration", Article 2.08, "Police" by amending and replacing §2.08.002, "Number of Police Officers".
2026-09-01 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill City Council Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from City of Forest Hill City Council.

Parsed Docket Items:
2026-475: Invocation2026-476: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag2026-477: Oaths of Officea): Presentation of Cardiac Arrest Recognitions for April 2026 through June 2026 to the Forest Hill Fire Department.b): Recognition of Starbucks Barista Jordan Spivey for her representation of Forest Hill.c): Presentation by the Parks, Recreation, and Clean City Commission for Yard of the Month September 2026.3.: Citizen Testimony5.: Departmental Updatesd): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 13, 2026 Special Called meeting.e): Consider approval of the meeting minutes for the August 18, 2026 Special Called meeting.g): Discuss and consider approving Resolution 2026-24, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, appointing Interim City Manager Demond Spraberry as the Registered Agent for the City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation; authorizing the appropriate filings with the Texas Secretary of State; and providing for related matters.i): Discuss and consider possible action regarding the selection and engagement of an executive search firm to conduct the recruitment and selection process for the City Council-controlled employment vacancies.j): Discuss and consider action on the lights and lighting on main streets, namely Forest Hill Dr. north side and throughout the residential neighborhoods 76119,76140.k): Discuss and consider action on striping lines on the streets for clear lanes to follow along.11.: Adjournmenth): Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.f): Consider approval of Resolution 2026-26, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving a negotiated settlement between Atmos Cities Steering Committee (ACSC) and Atmos Energy Corp., Mid-Tex Division, regarding the company's 2026 rate review mechanism filing; declaring existing rates to be unreasonable; adopting tariffs that reflect rate adjustments consistent with the negotiated settle
2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION

Community Development Corporation Meeting

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2026-08-25 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation Meeting

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2026-08-19 • REGULAR SESSION

Historical Preservation Commission Meeting Cancellation

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2026-08-19 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Historical Preservation Commission Meeting Cancellation

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2026-08-18 • SPECIAL SESSION

Special Called City Council Meeting

5 verbatim agenda items directly ingested from official CivicClerk municipal portal.

Parsed Docket Items:
1.: Call to Order2: Invocation3: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flag2.: Citizen Testimony3.: Deliberation Agendaa): Discuss and consider action approving Resolution 2026-24, appointing Interim City Manager Demond Spraberry as the Registered Agent for the City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation; authorizing the appropriate filings with the Texas Secretary of State; and providing for related matters.d): Discuss and consider action designating and/or requesting that the Forest Hill Civic and Convention Center be utilized as a polling location for the November 3, 2026 election administered by Tarrant County, Texas; authorizing City staff to coordinate with the Tarrant County Elections Administrator concerning the designation and use of the facility; and authorizing execution of any necessary docume4.: Next Regular Meetinga): September 1, 20265.: Adjournmentc): Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.e): Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2026-25, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving the proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.704512 for fiscal year 2027.b): Discuss and consider action appointing Councilmember Janet Carpenter, City Council Place 4, to serve in Community Development Corporation Place 3, subject to the applicable provisions of the Community Development Corporation Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, City ordinances, and other governing requirements.
2026-08-18 • REGULAR SESSION

City of Forest Hill Special Called City Council Meeting

Verbatim meeting docket from City of Forest Hill City Council.

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2.: Citizen Testimony2026-460: Invocation2026-461: Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag and the Texas Flaga): Discuss and consider action approving Resolution 2026-24, appointing Interim City Manager Demond Spraberry as the Registered Agent for the City of Forest Hill Community Development Corporation; authorizing the appropriate filings with the Texas Secretary of State; and providing for related matters.d): Discuss and consider action designating and/or requesting that the Forest Hill Civic and Convention Center be utilized as a polling location for the November 3, 2026 election administered by Tarrant County, Texas; authorizing City staff to coordinate with the Tarrant County Elections Administrator concerning the designation and use of the facility; and authorizing execution of any necessary docume5.: Adjournmentc): Discuss and consider action declaring Community Development Corporation Place 4 vacant and directing that the vacancy be advertised and/or applications solicited for appointment of a qualified citizen to fill the vacancy in accordance with applicable City ordinances, CDC governing documents, and state law.e): Discuss and consider approval of Resolution 2026-25, a resolution of the City of Forest Hill, Texas, approving the proposed Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.704512 for fiscal year 2027.b): Discuss and consider action appointing Councilmember Janet Carpenter, City Council Place 4, to serve in Community Development Corporation Place 3, subject to the applicable provisions of the Community Development Corporation Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, City ordinances, and other governing requirements.