City of Fargo Solid Waste - Commercial Garbage & Recycling Gary Lorenz

About

The City of Fargo is the official municipal government serving the largest city in North Dakota, located in Cass County along the Red River of the North. Fargo’s city government operates to provide essential public services, governance, and community leadership for its residents and businesses. Unlike a private company, the City of Fargo is a public sector organization, governed by an elected mayor and city commission, with professional administrators and staff responsible for day-to-day operations and long-term planning. The city government oversees a wide range of services that directly impact the quality of life in Fargo — including public safety (police and fire departments), street maintenance and snow removal, water and wastewater utilities, parks and recreation, libraries, community development, and administrative services. Fargo’s municipal government also manages planning and zoning programs that guide sustainable growth and infrastructure development, as well as environmental and flood mitigation efforts that protect residents across seasons. In addition to core civic services, the city fosters community programs, cultural initiatives, and public engagement efforts to strengthen social connections and economic opportunities within the region. It collaborates with local organizations, public health agencies, and regional partners to address issues such as housing, transportation, and inclusive development while ensuring transparent governance through public meetings and accountability. With a history dating back to the 1870s, when the city was founded during railroad expansion, the City of Fargo has evolved alongside its community into a modern municipal government focused on efficiency, sustainability, and resident services. Its role as a public institution means that its operations are funded by public resources and directed toward serving the common interests of Fargo’s citizens.

Industries Served

Restaurant, Bar, Hotel, Commercial kitchen, Event venue, Hospitality