Pat Svacina, Ft. Worth's public information officer and official spokesman, has confirmed that dual convention center hotels could become a reality. He says Ft. Worth's contribution, if it materializes, in Hall & Conner's private venture could come in the way of a tax abatement or tax-free bond sale. Then again, it just might be limited to expert advice and support of the private undertaking.

Chicago-based CH Consulting Inc., hired by the city, says Ft. Worth could support both plans. The consultant will be reviewing the development proposals along with city officials and present a recommendation to council in September.

Greg Crown, vice president of PKF Consulting Inc.'s Dallas office, agrees that Ft. Worth could stand a few more rooms. There currently are 2,052 rooms in six hotels in the city's CBD. "There's no question that Ft. Worth is short on hotel rooms to support that convention center," he tells GlobeSt.com. And, he says, there's plenty of room for both.