EFWBA Friends and Members,
The April Candidate Forum was a huge success! One of the candidates sent a letter complimenting us and iterating that it was the best of the ones he had participated in. High praise from a participant. All the candidates from Districts 5, 8, and 11 were present except for two. Their messages for the crowd of more than 70 was one of vision and what they would like to accomplish for the city.
Bill Schwennsen is an accomplished and impressive moderator. He and Gary Cumbie did a great job of facilitating this important meeting, which is a forum for introduction of the candidates to the voters.
The PAC report will be included in another part of the newsletter. There are 5 members of the PAC who will vote on the endorsements.
April was a crowded month with Josh Eadie from NexMetro getting our support at Zoning Commission and City Council for the Cottage Community they plan at Beach Street and East 1st Street. We congratulate them on successfully gaining the zoning change they need for this much needed development. The other welcome event was a late March groundbreaking of the Palladium Skyline apartment community on East Lancaster. I was a proud participant in that ceremony. I have a hard hat and shiny shovel for cherished mementoes.
Work is moving ahead for changes in our website. Raul Manchuca and his group will redesign and manage the website. The goal is to make it more user friendly and for it to be a marketing tool for our organization and our members. Ads will be available. Charge structure is being determined by Amanda Hollins and the committee which consists of Dan Shelley, Ialeen Cole, and Michael Shedd. The newsletter is still being designed by our talented Kat Kroll. If you have comments for the website or news items for the newsletter, send them on to me and we'll pass them on to the proper channels.
Our May meeting speaker is Will Northern who will update us on the Woodhaven development. This is an exciting development which can bring positive changes to East Fort Worth. Be sure to get your RSVP in for our caterer. He has been doing a delicious job with our food, and we want to be sure to have enough.
See you on May 1st. Same time, same place.
The Prez
Jesus "Jay" Chapa became Fort Worth's first Hispanic city manager on January 28, 2025.
A highly respected leader with extensive experience in local government. His visionary leadership, proven ability to deliver results, private sector experience and commitment to innovation have made a lasting impact across Fort Worth. During more than two decades of service with the City of Fort Worth, Chapa excelled in roles ranging from deputy city manager to director of housing and economic development. In these various roles, he implemented policies that have strengthened the city's economy, enhanced public safety and ensured financial stability.
Chapa is recognized by a diverse group of community stakeholders and elected officials for effective management and for providing innovative solutions. He is also known for his collaborative leadership style and ability to bring diverse voices to the table. From HOA neighborhood meetings to civic gatherings to business boardrooms, Chapa is known for finding solutions while being mindful of the city's taxpayers.
He has held numerous high-profile positions at the City of Fort Worth:
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Meadowbrook-Poly United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall
3900 Meadowbrook Drive, Fort Worth, 76103.
Usually in the building on North side of church complex, closest to Meadowbrook. Overflow Parking on West side of street.
Doors Open 11:30 Lunch 11:45 – 1:00 pm
Meals $15.00 Members • $20.00 Non-Members
Josh Eadie is vice president, development for NexMetro Communities, the national leading developer of luxury leased home neighborhoods with more than 40 projects in multiple markets either built, under construction or in development and a robust pipeline of projects in new and existing markets. Josh is responsible for all land acquisition, entitlements and due diligence, and construction execution in the Dallas Fort Worth metro area.
Gary Cumbie has invited the local candidates for office to particiapate in our Candidate Forum and introduce themselves to our group.
Last year's Forum was extremely informative, this interaction allows us to meet people personally before casting our votes.
May meeting: Will Northern