Departments in Fort Worth City Government

The Fort Worth Water Department is a municipal utility responsible for providing drinking water, wastewater, and reclaimed water service to Fort Worth and surrounding communities. The department operates five drinking water plants throughout the city and offers services including billing, water conservation programs, and developer requirements for water infrastructure.

Last active May 12, 2026

The Fort Worth Police Department is the municipal law enforcement agency of the City of Fort Worth, Texas. The department provides law enforcement, traffic enforcement, and specialized services including investigation, K-9 units, tactical response, and community policing programs across the city's six patrol divisions.

Last active May 12, 2026

The City of Fort Worth's Transportation and Public Works Department is responsible for maintaining the city's surface streets, sidewalks, parking management, pavement marking, traffic signals, traffic signs, rail crossings, and storm water infrastructure. The department manages essential public works and transportation services for the municipality.

Last active May 19, 2026

City department responsible for promoting orderly growth and development, safe construction, and neighborhood vitality. Provides pre-development information, building permits, inspections, platting, zoning services, and development resources to guide sustainable community development.

Last active May 5, 2026

The Park & Recreation Department is a Fort Worth city government agency responsible for managing parks and open spaces across the city. The department provides recreational programming including sports, aquatics, fitness classes, trails, and facility rentals, and operates community centers citywide.

Last active May 12, 2026

Fort Worth Animal Care & Control is a city department operating the Chuck & Brenda Silcox Animal Care & Adoption Center, providing full-service animal shelter services including adoptions, reclaims, rescues, foster programs, and volunteer opportunities. The department is responsible for animal care, adoption services, and community animal-related services in Fort Worth.

Last active May 5, 2026