The Basin Beautification Project announced on March 18 that it will hold a spring clean-up event from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The event will involve individuals and groups from across the region participating in clean-ups at neighborhoods, parks, and other locations throughout Midland and Odessa.
The initiative aims to bring together the City of Midland, City of Odessa, Ector County, and Midland County to promote cleaner and safer communities. Organizers say the project uses education, partnership, engagement, and consistent action to reduce litter and debris while encouraging responsibility and pride among residents.
According to the official website, the City of Midland emphasizes values such as excellence, innovation, integrity, and inclusivity to foster community unity and prosperity according to the official website. The city maintains more than 1,364 acres of parkland that include neighborhood parks, community centers, pools, and sports complexes according to the official website.
Midland is located in the heart of the Permian Basin in Texas—a region known for its influence on global energy production and regional growth according to the official website. The city operates as a home rule city under its charter adopted on Nov. 5, 1940 according to the official website.
The City of Midland provides municipal services including recreational facilities and community development initiatives as noted on the official website. Those interested in joining the clean-up can sign up a team online.