David Cooke

City leaders and municipal government experts told the Report that whoever takes the helm must be prepared to lead the city through a new era of growth and development while finding ways to unite the city’s neighborhoods.

Fort Worth City Manager David Cooke plans to retire after serving in the role for a decade, Mayor Mattie Parker confirmed to the Report on Monday.

City officials said the purchase of the landmark downtown Fort Worth building will offer significant savings. They had originally planned to build a brand new City Hall.

Fort Worth residents got their first look at next year's budget proposal on Tuesday, and City Manager David Cooke said the city should brace for a dip in…