About Me
A Lifetime of Service. A Vision for Our Future.
Deborah Peoples is a proud grandmother and long-time resident of East Fort Worth. Her story is one of resilience, service, and a deep-seated belief that every neighbor deserves a powerful voice at City Hall. Her early experiences marching for Civil Rights forged a lifelong commitment to justice and equality that defines her public service today.
A successful business executive who retired after a three-decade career as a Vice President at AT&T, Deborah knows how to manage complex budgets, build teams, and deliver results. She translates that corporate success into community victory, bringing a pragmatic, business-focused approach to the complex challenges facing Fort Worth.
As your City Councilmember for District 5, Deborah has been a tireless champion for our community, delivering crucial investments in neighborhood infrastructure, public safety, and economic development. Her vision for the next term includes accelerating small business growth, expanding access to quality healthcare, and ensuring that our community is safe, vibrant, and prosperous for every family.
Her leadership is guided by the same values that have anchored her life: faith, family, and a passionate belief in the power of community. Join Deborah in her mission to keep District 5 Moving Forward.