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Welcome to
The Code Compliance Connection!
February 2026
Small Actions. BIG Impact.
At Code Compliance Services, we know that small actions can create a big impact in our communities.
This newsletter is your source for updates, tips, resources, and success stories that show how residents like you help keep Dallas safe, clean, and beautiful. Each month, we’ll share ways you can play a part in keeping our city thriving.
In this edition you will find the following:
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From the field to City Hall, Code Compliance Services is driven by a shared commitment to service, accountability, and community care.
Assistant Director Jeremy Reed shares his journey with the City of Dallas and passion for helping residents feel seen, heard, and supported.
He discusses the critical work of Neighborhood Code, Community Prosecution, and the Intensive Case Resolution Team—highlighting how these teams work together to address over 100,000 cases each year, improve public health and safety, and restore peace in neighborhoods across Dallas.
Click here to watch this edition of our Director’s Message.
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February 3
Food Safety Training
Virtual
This resource is desinged to assist individuals and groups involved in unsheltered feeding events by providing clear access to training opportunites and complaince requirements. It reflects our ongoing efforts to educate and equip volunteers engaged in charitable street feeding, to promote safe and responsible food handling practices.
Join us for our virtual Food Safety Training (Chapter 17.1-6) on the first Tuesday of each month to learn safe and responsible food handling practices.
9:00 a.m. - noon
Register here: https://forms.office.com/g/8dtFtX3aub .
February 14
Anderson Bonner Day of Care
Anderson Bonner Park
12000 Park Central Dr.
Dallas, TX 75230
9:00 -11:00 a.m.
Spread the love & help keep our favorite park clean. Join the Friends of Anderson Bonner Park for their monthly clean-up. Help keep our trail clean.
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Valentine's Day
From: Code Compliance
To: YOU
This Valentine’s Day, Code Compliance is showing a little extra love for Dallas 💕
When residents, property owners, and the City work together, our neighborhoods stay clean, safe, and beautiful. Whether it’s reporting concerns, maintaining property standards, or helping prevent litter, every action makes a difference.
Thank you for helping us love where we live!
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Love Parks Event
Samuell Grand Recreation Center
6200 E. Grand Ave.
Dallas, TX 75223
9:00 -noon
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by giving back to our parks! Join Dallas Park & Recreation for Love Parks, a community clean-up and educational gathering where volunteers will work together to help keep Dallas parks green and beautiful.
The event will include a litter pick-up, environmental education, and opportunities to connect with fellow community members. Lunch will be provided for the first 150 registered volunteers.
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Save The Date:
Love Your Block Mini- Grant Returns
The City of Dallas, in partnership with the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, is proud to launch Year 2 of the Love Your Block Mini-Grant Program.
This program invites residents to apply for funding to support neighborhood improvement projects.
For questions about Love Your Block or the application process, please contact: ccscommunityoutreach@dallas.gov
February 16
Presidents' Day
Code Compliance Services will be closed February 16 in observance of Presidents' Day.
We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 17, 2025.
For more City of Dallas department closures click here.
February 19
Required: Scrap Tire Training (STEP)
Virtual
All business owners, managers, and new agents must attend one of the required training sessions to maintain compliance with the City of Dallas Scrap Tire License Program.
Register Here: Required Scrap Tire (STEP) Training Registration
10:00 a.m.- noon
Waste-In-Place Schedule
The City of Dallas Code Compliance Services and Keep Dallas Beautiful are
joining forces to meet elementary students in their schools to teach them
about how everyone plays an important role in keeping their city clean
and the importance of not littering.
4:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Community Pop-up Schedule
12 Stops in 12 Weeks.
Code Compliance Services is taking its staff on the road in Dallas!
Meet with Code to learn more about the resources and information
the department has available to you.
Get questions or concerns you may have answered.
Learn about how to create cases through 311.
9:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
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Winter Weather Preparedness:
What Residents and Property Managers Need to Know
Winter weather can bring unexpected challenges—from freezing temperatures to power outages—but planning ahead can help protect residents, properties, and peace of mind.
Whether you’re a resident, tenant, property owner, or property manager, taking proactive steps now can make a significant difference when temperatures drop. Below are essential winter preparedness tips for apartment communities and rental properties.
Please see the video below for additional winter preparedness guidance.
For Residents & Tenants
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Learn your community’s emergency plan and know who to contact during an outage.
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Keep cabinet doors open under sinks during cold weather to help protect pipes.
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Maintain a thermostat setting of at least 55°F and know where your water shutoff valve is located.
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Ensure you have renter’s insurance and keep policy information accessible.
For Property Owners & Managers
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Establish and clearly communicate an emergency plan ahead of severe weather.
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Prepare for freezing temperatures by having licensed plumbing and HVAC professionals on standby.
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Communicate early and often using emails, alerts, or resident portals.
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Insulate pipes in unheated areas and shut off sprinkler systems to prevent freeze-related damage.
Stay Prepared, Stay Safe
Winter weather is unpredictable, but preparation helps reduce risks and minimize damage. By working together, residents and property managers can keep communities safe, informed, and prepared all season long.
Click the image below to watch our Winter Conditions Video.
2026 MPO Pool Operation Class Schedule
Chapter 43A of the Dallas City Code requires all pool and spa facilities to have a certified Manager of Operations, with certifications renewed every two years. The Department of Code Compliance provides all training courses.
To register, submit the Manager of Pool Operations (MPO) Registration Form with your preferred class date. The fee is $50 per person (non-refundable), paid by check or money order to the City of Dallas.
Payments must be submitted or mailed to the Special Collections Division at 1500 Marilla St., Suite 2DS, Dallas, TX 75201. Payments are not accepted at class.
Classes run from 9 a.m.–1 p.m., with Spanish-language sessions available on select dates. To cancel or substitute, call (214) 671-2791 at least three business days before class.
For more information, contact the Multi-Tenant Inspection/Pool Program at (214) 671-2791.
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Help Keep Our Alleyways Clear This Fall & Winter
As Code Officers begin seasonal fall and winter alley sweeps, we’re asking homeowners to help keep our neighborhoods clean, safe, and accessible.
Please take a moment to check your alleyway and clear any weeds, overgrown vegetation, trash, or debris that may obstruct access for sanitation, emergency services, or maintenance crews.
If you have questions, contact your Neighborhood Code District Office.
Thank you for partnering with us to maintain a safe and well-kept community!
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Community Hand Tool Program
Does your non-profit organization or group need gardening tools to complete a beautification project?
Code Compliance can help by providing free access to our tools.
Email ccscommunityoutreach@dallas.gov for more information.
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The FOUR D's:
Dress. Deet. Drain. Dusk to Dawn.
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We Want to Hear From YOU!
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To learn more about our Code divisions, what they do, and how they can support you please click the link below.
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Take a look back at all of the work and engagement that has happened over the past month with our various Code Compliance Divisions!
In the Community: 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
Walking together in unity—with purpose and impact.
During the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, our team partnered with community leaders to distribute 1,355 educational and giveaway items to residents, reaching thousands of attendees along the parade route.
With more than 5,200 parade participants and tens of thousands in attendance, the day demonstrated the power of collaboration, trust, and shared commitment to serving our community.
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Tres Logos Camp Cleanup
On January 20, 2026, City teams and partners successfully carried out the Tres Logos Camp Cleanup Response Operation—a large-scale, multi-department effort addressing an extensive campsite located along Long Branch Creek behind the 3200 block of Tres Logos Lane.
The operation required careful coordination due to the size of the site and the combination of public creek land and adjacent private property. Teams worked across several hours to secure the area, conduct outreach, enforce applicable regulations, and complete a thorough cleanup of debris and trash throughout the site.
Public safety was a top priority throughout the operation. Law enforcement personnel secured the area, provided site safety, and supported cleanup crews as they entered the camp. Specialized units assisted with aerial monitoring and structure sweeps, while transportation teams ensured safe and orderly processing where required.
In parallel, outreach teams engaged individuals at the site prior to and during the operation, offering resources, services, and support. Cleanup crews followed once areas were deemed safe, removing debris from both the creek corridor and surrounding properties to restore the land and reduce environmental and safety concerns.
The success of the Tres Logos Camp Cleanup Response Operation reflects the strength of cross-department collaboration, clear planning, and shared responsibility. By working together, teams were able to cover a significant area efficiently while balancing enforcement, outreach, and environmental restoration.
This coordinated response serves as a strong example of how collaboration and preparation can lead to meaningful, measurable results in addressing complex community challenges.
 
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The Heavy Clean and MOW Clean Team
Keeping Dallas Clean, Safe, and Livable
Mow and Clean Operations play a vital role in promoting cleaner, safer neighborhoods while improving the overall quality of life for residents across the city. Working in close coordination with Code Officers, the team helps address property conditions that may impact public health, safety, and neighborhood appearance. Their efforts ensure that communities remain well-maintained and supported through proactive and responsive services.
Most Mow and Clean cases begin with a Code Officer inspection and referral. Property owners are first given the opportunity to voluntarily resolve violations within an established timeframe. When compliance is not achieved, the case is referred to Mow and Clean Operations for abatement. Through this process, the team steps in to bring properties into compliance, reduce hazards, and help preserve the safety and integrity of Dallas neighborhoods.
We sincerely appreciate and recognize the dedication, professionalism, and hard work of the Mow and Clean Operations team, whose commitment makes a lasting impact in communities citywide.
 Heavy Clean Team
“My favorite part is working together in the field with my group—communicating, getting everybody’s insight, and working as a team to get the job completed.”
-Alan Highland, Crew Leader
“My family and doing a great job motivate me. My coworkers are awesome and phenomenal, and I love driving big trucks. I also love cleaning up my community—Dallas is my community.”
-Michael Felder, Crew Leader
 MOW Team
“The best advice someone has ever given me at the City of Dallas was to push until something happens.
- Adrian Allen, Laborer II
“I just like helping people. I love the team I work with, and that gives me the motivation to come in every day.”
-Darius Thomas, Laborer II
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Use the link below to explore ways to volunteer with Love Your Block and other amazing initiatives making a difference in Dallas.
To volunteer with Keep Dallas Beautiful, visit our Linktree and click ‘Volunteer Sign Up’ to join activities and receive updates, or use the links below.
View the Adopt- A- Spot Dashboard
Click the link below to view our Adopt-A- Spot Dashboard to select an area of Dallas that you would like to volunteer at.
Check often as new locations are added to the map.
Grab some volunteers and help Keep Dallas Beautiful!
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CODE IS POWERED BY YOU!
Explore career opportunities that empower you to make a difference!
Visit often and apply early!
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