KATHLEEN HICKS FINISHES FIRST IN THE PRIMARY
AND WILL DELIVER REAL RESULTS FOR TARRANT COUNTY!
VOTE IN THE PRIMARY RUNOFF ELECTION!
EARLY VOTE: May 20th - May 24th
ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, May 28th 7am - 7pm
March 18th - Former Commissioner 1 Candidate
Dr. Mia Hall endorses Kathleen Hicks for the Democratic Party Runoff.
Results, Not Rhetoric.
As the youngest woman ever elected to the Fort Worth City Council, Kathleen Hicks embarked on a mission to bring real and tangible benefits to her district. During her tenure, she set her sights on three critical objectives: fostering economic growth, enhancing healthcare services, and ensuring that city services were accessible to all.
Kathleen's commitment to her constituents was unwavering, and she listened closely to the voices of the over 95,000 people she served. What she repeatedly heard was a dire need for a clean and well-stocked grocery store offering quality, affordable fruits and vegetables. In essence, many of her constituents were trapped in a "food desert," a situation intricately linked to a host of health-related challenges.
Deep Fort Worth Roots
Kathleen's family history is steeped in a legacy of trailblazers and advocates for justice. Her great Uncle, Attorney W.J. Durham, etched his name in history by leading the charge to integrate the University of Texas Law School and the State Fair of Texas. His unwavering dedication to equality and education left an indelible mark, inspiring Kathleen's mother, Maryellen W. Hicks, to follow in his footsteps and become a distinguished lawyer herself. Maryellen achieved the remarkable feat of becoming a judge at the remarkably young age of 27, a testament to her talent and commitment.
Kathleen takes immense pride in her Aunt Deborah Peoples, a dynamic force in local politics. Just a few years ago, Deborah made history by becoming the first Black Chair of the Tarrant County Democratic Party. Her leadership and dedication have paved the way for positive change in our community and continue to inspire Kathleen's commitment to public service.
Kathleen Understands The Balance Between Public Investment And Economic Development
During her tenure, Fort Worth witnessed a remarkable transformation under Kathleen's leadership. Two state-of-the-art fire stations and two vital police substations were inaugurated, bolstering the city's safety and security. Additionally, she spearheaded the relocation of a library and the Hazel Harvey Peace Center, ensuring that essential city services were conveniently accessible to the heart of the community.
Kathleen's commitment to addressing housing disparities led to the initiation of the groundbreaking Sierra Vista affordable housing development, marking a generational shift in Southeast Fort Worth. Furthermore, after two decades of unfulfilled promises, East Rosedale, a crucial thoroughfare, finally received the much-needed improvements, igniting redevelopment initiatives around Texas Wesleyan University and beyond.
Notably, Kathleen played a pivotal role in bringing to fruition the visionary Renaissance Square, a remarkable mixed-use development nestled along the Martin Luther King Freeway. This monumental undertaking, valued at $100 million, injected new life into Fort Worth City Council District 8 by creating numerous job opportunities and introducing a wealth of amenities to the community.