The City of Fort Worth is seeking a development consultant to help “explore opportunities” for the controversial Panther Island project.
Although he has officially resigned from the Tarrant Regional Water District, J.D. Granger will continue to be involved in Panther Island for at least six months through a contract with his new consulting firm.
The flood control and land development project often referred to as Panther Island will receive over $400 million in funding, but details are unclear.
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The Tarrant Regional Water District approved the purchase of more land for the beleaguered Panther Island project while federal funding to complete it remains uncertain.
After rescinding an additional $300,000 payment to Oliver in June, the Water District Board has now voted to offer him a legal settlement but the terms can not be revealed for at least seven days.
On May 1, Tarrant County residents will be asked to vote for three members of the Tarrant Regional Water District Board. Several candidates spoke to The Texan about why they wish to serve.
Fort Worth announced its congressional lobbyists will prioritize funding for Panther Island, transportation, and the local defense industry.
The decade-old Panther Island project remains unfinished and without necessary federal funding to complete it.
Sweet Shop USA, the largest hand-dipped chocolate factory in the country, began manufacturing personal protective equipment to combat the coronavirus.
Three bridges in Fort Worth associated with the beleaguered Panther Island project have had their completion dates set. For now, the bridges will cross dry land.
Despite local authorities hopes for more than $30 million, the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers will not be designating new funding for the Panther Island redevelopment project along the the Trinity River.
