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April 2026
A mid-year FY 2026 briefing on the city's Litter Control program, presented by Environmental Services Director Cody Whittenburg. This is an informal informational report with no action required.
FY 2026 Mid-Year Litter Control Update - Cody Whittenburg, Environmental Services Director
Fort Worth is preparing a coordinated, cross-departmental response to the FIFA World Cup (June 14–July 14), during which AT&T Stadium in Arlington will host nine matches and the DFW region is expected to see over 740,000 ticketed attendees and $1.5–$2.1 billion in economic impact. City planning is organized into five work groups covering beautification, communications, transportation, public safety, and other areas.
Planning and preparations are underway for FIFA World Cup
A press release promoting Earth Month 2026 activities across Fort Worth, including city-led litter cleanups, Fort Worth Public Library programs, and outdoor community events, while encouraging residents to adopt everyday recycling and waste-reduction habits.
Earth Month 2026: Take part in local efforts across Fort Worth
March 2026
Authorizes a mosquito control services agreement with PRP Services LLC (dba Municipal Mosquito) at up to $150,000 for the initial year, with four one-year renewal options at the same annual amount, for the Environmental Services Department.
…ar and Authorize Four One-Year Renewal Options for the Same Amount Each for the Environmental Services Department
A new multi-department public safety initiative launched in January targets the East Lancaster corridor (bounded by Cypress Street and East Presidio Street) to sustainably address illegal street camping, violent crime, and homelessness, following a November 2025 large-scale cleanup by the HOPE Unit and partner city departments. The initiative is a collaborative effort among HOPE, Central Patrol, Central Bikes, Homeless Strategies, Environmental Services, and community outreach partners.
New public safety initiative focuses on East Lancaster corridor
February 2026
The city is authorizing a one-year agreement with Toter, LLC via the Sourcewell cooperative contract for the purchase of Toter Carts for the Environmental Services Department, up to $5,100,000.
(ALL) Authorize Execution of an Agreement with Toter, LLC Using a Sourcewell Cooperative Contract for Toter Carts in an Amount Up to $5,100,000.00 for a One-Year Term for the Environmental Services De
The city is authorizing a one-year agreement with Toter, LLC via the Sourcewell cooperative contract for the purchase of Toter Carts for the Environmental Services Department, up to $5,100,000.
(ALL) Authorize Execution of an Agreement with Toter, LLC Using a Sourcewell Cooperative Contract for Toter Carts in an Amount Up to $5,100,000.00 for a One-Year Term for the Environmental Services De
Fort Worth city officials toured the New Mitchell neighborhood, which has been designated as the newest Neighborhood Improvement Program area and will receive over $4 million for revitalization efforts over the next three years. The tour included city leadership and department representatives who met with residents to discuss infrastructure and safety improvements.
Top City officials tour newest Neighborhood Improvement Program area
Fort Worth launched its NET Force (Nuisance Enforcement Task Force) pilot program, conducting joint multi-departmental inspections at three chronic nuisance properties — Sandy Oaks Apartments, Eco Motel, and Southside Food Mart — to address code violations and improve neighborhood quality of life. Teams from Code Compliance, Animal Care & Control, Police, Fire, Environmental Services, Development Services, and state agencies participated.
NET Force pilot program delivers early results at nuisance properties
January 2026
Informal briefing on service level options and considerations for residential solid waste collection, presented by Environmental Services Director Cody Whittenburg.
Waste Management Service Levels for Residential Solid Waste Collection - Cody Whittenburg, Environmental Services Director