Jose 'JJ' Balderas
The city of Springtown has provided a community update on how residents can dispose of brush and debris from the storm that occurred Saturday night, April 25.
Citizen Disposal is now open for brush-only dropoff behind the Annex Building at 200 N. Main St.
Bulk pickup is scheduled for Saturday, May 2. Residents must call City Hall at 817-220-4834 to have their address added to the pickup list.
The Public Works Department will be passing through neighborhoods for curbside brush pickup through the end of the week. Residents are to place all brush at the curb for disposal.
City officials said a large amount of debris remains throughout the area and asked for patience as crews work to complete cleanup as quickly as possible.
Additional Community Resources
The American Red Cross shelter remains open 24 hours at First United Methodist Church, 109 W. Third St., for overnight accommodations, charging stations, air conditioning and three daily meals. Pets are welcome. A shower trailer and mobile laundry unit are also available on-site, provided by Texans on Misson.
First Baptist Church is also offering single-stall shower rooms. To schedule a time, call 817-220-5529 and leave a voicemail. A church representative will return the call.
