HOME GUIDE
Mayor’sWELCOME
Welcome to Temple! It just does not get any better than this! Our vision is for Temple to be a place that you love to call home. Whether it is the scenic parks and trails, the family-friendly atmosphere or the unique neighborhoods with Texas charm, we think you will find something here that you love!
Temple is located along the Texas Triangle, situated between Dallas, Houston and Austin. It is just a short drive to most major cities in Texas. You can experience small-town living with big city amenities right here in Temple! We offer robust public and private school options and are close to numerous colleges and universities. Temple is a beautiful community with tree-lined streets, well-planned neighborhoods, beautiful parks and trails, awardwinning recreational amenities, unique art and cultural opportunities, and a desirable downtown. All of these things make Temple a destination of choice for those coming to Central Texas!
Buildings and roads do not make a community. A real community is made up of caring people. All that Temple is and will become is because our residents use their talents, dedication, and hard work in the community. I am proud to serve as the Mayor of our community.
If you are already a part of our community, thank you. If you are considering relocating your home or business to Temple — or simply thinking about a visit — please do. You will not be disappointed!
You will find a lot of information in this guide, but please do not hesitate to give us a call if you need additional information or have questions!
City Leadership
CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Council meetings are scheduled on the first and third Thursday of each month at 5pm in the Municipal Building located at 2 North Main Street in Council Chambers on the 2nd floor. All members of the community are encouraged to attend and participate.
Note: Meeting locations and times are subject to change. Visit templetx.gov/council for the most up-to-date information.
CITY COUNCIL
TIM DAVIS Mayor
SUSAN LONG Councilmember District 3
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
BRYNN MYERS City Manager
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTEES
DAVIS City Attorney
WALKER Mayor Pro Tem District 1
DR. ZOE GRANT Councilmember District 2
MIKE PILKINGTON Councilmember District 4
ERIN SMITH, AICP Assistant City Manager Internal & Community Services
BARNARD Director of Finance
DAVID OLSON, P.E. Assistant City Manager Public Safety & Development Services
LEWELLEN City Secretary
PERSON City Judge Teen Court
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE WITHOUT
If you are considering Temple as your home, this guide will help you learn more about our amazing community.
If you are already a resident, you are likely aware of the wonderful amenities in and around Temple. We hope this guide will share even more of our city’s unique features. The City of Temple’s vision is to be a place that you love to call home. That means a focus toward being a highperforming organization
with a bold vision for our community, where we provide places and spaces where people live and love, while also maintaining a safe and healthy community with the proper infrastructure and systems to support exceptional service and long-term growth and development. HIGH-PERFORMING ORGANIZATION
OUR FOCUS AREAS
OUR CORE VALUES
THE BEST OF Both Worlds
While here, we hope you take advantage of the beautiful parks, community events, recreational activities, local shopping, and other unique experiences that Temple has to offer!
Just 1 hour north of Austin, and within 2 short hours of some of the largest cities in Texas such as Dallas and San Antonio, Temple offers the perfect balance of a welcoming and friendly community with big city amenities and experiences. Temple offers outstanding value when it comes to housing, school options, utilities, services, and even the cost of groceries.
TEMPLE WAS RANKED
by the Council for Community and Economic Research as having one of the lowest metro area cost of living element rates in the nation. Visit templetx.gov/awards for additional City awards & recognitions.
For those that enjoy an active and outdoor lifestyle, Temple boasts an award-winning parks and trails system, and is within minutes of a wide range of recreation amenities such as lakes, nature preserves, boating, camping, hiking, and fishing.
Education
Temple offers a variety of school options, public and private. Public school districts that serve Temple are Temple ISD, Belton ISD, Academy ISD, and Troy ISD. Private schools serving Temple include Central Texas Christian School, Holy Trinity Catholic High School, and St. Mary’s Catholic School. There are also many opportunities for higher education in and around Temple. Higher education institutions include Temple College, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor (UMHB – Belton), Central Texas College (Killeen), and Texas A&M Central Texas (Killeen).
CITY
WATER CONCERNS
The City of Temple’s Public Works Department is dedicated to providing exceptional service. If you believe you have a water leak, your water pressure seems low or you can’t find your shutoff valve, contact the City’s Public Works Department. While they can’t repair leaks on your side of the meter, they can determine if the leak is on the City’s side. This could prevent you from paying unnecessary plumbing costs.
UTILITIES
The City of Temple provides residential water, wastewater (sewer), garbage collection and curbside recycling services. Residents also benefit from many other environmental services and programs, such as document shredding, household hazardous waste, recycling events, and more. The City of Temple bills monthly for water, sewer, solid waste, and drainage fees. For questions or to start new services, visit templetx.gov/newservice or call 254.298.5616.
STORMWATER
The City’s Engineering division works to prevent pollution of our creeks and rivers from stormwater, urban runoff and illicit discharges. Contrary to popular belief, water that enters the storm drain flows directly into the nearest creek with no treatment or filtration. For questions or to report illicit discharges, please call the Stormwater Division at 254.298.5625.
GARBAGE & RECYCLING
Residential curbside garbage and recycling collections are managed and performed by the City weekly. Containers must be placed curbside by 7am the day of scheduled collection and must be removed by 8pm the same day. Visit templetx.gov/solidwaste to find your scheduled Garbage, Recycling and Brush/Bulk pick up days.
RECYCLING ACCEPTABLE ITEMS
Paper products, newspapers, magazines, cardboard, pasteboard, cereal & food boxes without liners, detergent boxes, paper towel/toilet paper cores, plastic beverage containers, soda bottles, water bottles, milk jugs, clean food containers, detergent bottles, aluminum, and steel cans. No Styrofoam, glass, yard waste, or plastic bags. Glass bottles and jars may be taken to either of Temple’s two recycling centers. For details and locations, visit templetx.gov/recycling
HELPING HAND PROGRAM
Do you or someone you know need assistance taking garbage and recycling bins to the curb on collection days? You may contact the Solid Waste division at 254.298.5725 to verify eligibility.
YOU CAN GET ONE FREE VISIT TO THE LANDFILL EACH MONTH!
Temple residents receive one free disposal per month of general household waste. Bring your current water utility bill showing your residential garbage rate to use this service This does not include any type of remodeling, demolition, building or roofing materials or anything more than a pickup load.
If you pay your bill online, please visit our Solid Waste office at 2611 E. Ave H to obtain a copy before proceeding to the landfill.
HOW TO USE THE LANDFILL
Be sure to bring your identification to show where the waste was generated.
Minimum disposal charge for one load for non-Temple users is $16. All loads must be fully covered and tarped or an additional fee of $20 will be assessed. A safety vest MUST be worn while in the landfill. You may wear your own safety vest, or one may be purchased for $10 +tax.
The Temple Landfill is operated by Waste Management under a lease agreement with the City of Temple. For additional information please call 254.778.6292 or visit templetx.gov/landfill | 706 Landfill Rd, Temple, TX
Secure Shred Event
Secure Shred Event
Household Hazardous Waste Day
America Recycles Day Secure Shred Event NOVEMBER/DECEMBER Cooking Oil Recycling DECEMBER/JANUARY Christmas Tree Recycling
WATER CONSERVATION
Protecting our water supply is essential to the City of Temple. As is typical in Texas, extreme weather conditions can cause drought conditions and outdoor water use may need to be limited. The City of Temple has four stages of water restrictions that are put in place when necessary:
1. Voluntary Water Conservation
2. Moderate Water Shortage
3. Severe Water Shortage
4. Emergency Water Shortage
Utility customers must comply with the appropriate watering schedules when the City implements drought restrictions. During the high-water usage months of summer, we encourage all citizens to conserve water.
WASTEWATER
The City of Temple’s wastewater system is specifically designed to dispose of water, toilet paper and body fluids. If other substances and materials are flushed or poured down the toilet or sink, it can block the flow and cause sewage to overflow into your home, lawn, nearby creeks, and anywhere else it can! Avoid
Planning& DEVELOPMENT
Temple is a community focused on smart growth and development. The City of Temple Planning & Development Department can assist you from the beginning planning stages of conceiving a development or even a home improvement idea, right through to the permitting process and on to its final completion.
The Planning & Development Department includes the Building Permits & Inspections Team, the Community Vitality Team, and the Planning & Zoning Team. Each team plays a role in ensuring that the City provides professional planning services on urban growth and development to promote quality of place.
INSPECTIONS & PERMITS
The Building Inspections & Permits Team offers a fully on-line application process, which allows for electronic submittal, routing, review, payment, and issuance of approved permits. Contractors and owners can track and manage their permit, upload revisions, and download approved documents in a virtual environment. Inspections can also be managed completely on-line.
Permits are required for various types of work in the city. For a full list, visit templetx.gov/permits
COMMUNITY VITALITY
The Community Vitality Team includes the Neighborhood Planning and Historic Preservation. The focus of the Community Vitality Team is to foster and maintain collaborative community partnerships among downtown and neighborhood stakeholders, support and preserve the city’s unique history and provide pathways to economic vitality and a sustainable future for all citizens.
PLANNING & ZONING
The Planning & Zoning Team’s focus is to provide long-range and comprehensive planning solutions for commercial investment, subdivisions, zoning, a variety of transportation needs, and assuring a high quality of life for current and future city residents.
Transforming
TEMPLE
Preserving, enhancing and engaging Temple neighborhoods and helping residents access city services and programs ensures Temple is a place you love to call home. Doing so maintains the health, safety and welfare of individuals living, working and doing business within the City.
CODE COMPLIANCE
Code Compliance officers collaborate with other City departments to obtain code compliance on properties throughout the City. They also actively assist in educating the community to raise awareness concerning ordinance violations by personally meeting with property owners, landlords, and other community organizations whenever possible.
Code compliance violations can be reported through the Track Temple app, by visiting templetx.gov/tracktemple or by calling 254.298.5670
TOOL TRAILER
This program is designed to equip volunteer groups with the tools and support they need to host successful neighborhood clean-up events. The Tool Trailer is an enclosed trailer equipped with a variety of tools and supplies essential for large clean-up events. The junk trunk is a dumpster which can be set in conjunction with a clean-up event to facilitate the removal of junk and debris from the neighborhood.
For more information visit templetx.gov/tooltrailer or call 254.298.5670
TOOL LIBRARY
With the Tool Library we believe we can build a stronger, safer and more stable community by lending tools to empower our residents to maintain and improve their homes. The Tool Library provides residents with the necessary resources for home repairs and modifications through a no-cost membership. This is a concept similar to that of a book library, but instead of books, we lend tools! By providing accessibility to quality and costly tools, the Tool Library gives all Temple residents the opportunity to repair, enhance, and beautify their homes, allowing them to maintain a sense of independence and dignity. To view a complete tool list or for more information visit templetx.gov/tools or call 254.298.5670
OPERATION DUMPSTER DROP
The City of Temple is partnering with Keep Temple Beautiful and Citizens for Progress to bring you all the tools you need to clean up your neighborhood. We will provide a dumpster, trash bags, and all the lawn tools you need to clean up your area. For more information visit templetx.gov/dumpsterdrop or call 254.298.5999
The Temple Housing Resource Center works cooperatively with other departments and organizations to connect residents with community services and programs. We strive to navigate and advocate for the community to preserve health and safety while enhancing and engaging Temple neighborhoods.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a resident of Temple, Texas
- Must meet HUD Area Median Income Guidelines per organization
For
Housing & CommunityDEVELOPMENT
Do you have a neighbor in need? With your help, we can expand our services to provide assistance to more citizens in need throughout the Temple area. Through the Good Neighbor Program, the City of Temple seeks volunteers who are willing and able to help Temple’s elderly and disabled with regular lawn care needs and other minor home improvement projects. Volunteers are invited to use the
lawn care equipment that is available through the Transform Temple Tool Library at no charge. Lawn work is completed on a monthly basis, or as needed. Minor home repair projects might include painting or clearing of brush/debris. Volunteers will receive a Good Neighbor t-shirt and a lot of gratitude from a very thankful citizen!
For more information visit templetx.gov/goodneighbor
LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING INITIATIVE
The City of Temple is dedicated to fostering cohesive, distinct, vibrant, safe, and attractive neighborhoods where citizens take pride and are engaged with their community. Through a process of collaboration and communication, the City of Temple’s Neighborhood Services Team strives to ensure continued improvements to our neighborhoods, as well as access to a wide variety of housing types that are safe, accessible and affordable. Our desire is to work alongside residents in each neighborhood, identify neighborhood concerns, values, vision and goals.
For more information, visit templetx.gov/lovewhereyoulive
SAFETY Public
POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Temple Police Department’s mission is “Protecting, Serving, and Working in Partnership with our Community to Prevent, Reduce, and Solve Crime with Integrity, Honor, and Dedication,” as these terms best describe the character of the men and women who are the Temple Police Department. Temple PD employs dedicated professionals, including more than 150 sworn officers and dozens of non-sworn employees. The department provides ongoing engagement within our community and delivers police services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to those who live and work within and visit the City of Temple.
For more information on community engagement opportunities visit templetx.gov/police
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209 E. Avenue A, Temple, TX 76501 | 254.298.5500
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Temple Fire & Rescue has more than 120 sworn personnel operating out of eight fire stations throughout the City that focus on reducing fire deaths and injuries, providing life saving safety education and ensuring every resident is safe at home, work and at school. The Temple Fire & Rescue Department provides a first responder type of EMS system with paramedics on all fire engines. Transport of patients by ambulance is provided by a private company. Currently the Temple Fire Department averages more than 12,500 requests for service per year.
For more information on community engagement opportunities visit templetx.gov/fire
templefirerescue
210 N. 3rd St., Temple, TX 76501 | 254.298.5682
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS • Citizens Fire Academy • CPR Classes • Stop the Bleed Training • CERT Volunteer Program • Junior Fire Cadet Program • Smoke Detector Program • Miss Flame • National Night Out • Rescue Elves
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
• Citizens Police Academy
• Burgers with the Badge
• Coffee with a Cop
• National Night Out
• House Watches
• Self-Defense Classes
• Explorer Program
• Blue Santa
HEART TO HOME ANIMAL ADOPTION CENTER
Animal Services aims to provide prompt, efficient, and humane enforcement of the animal control ordinance to protect the life, health and welfare of pets and residents of Temple. Heart to Home Animal Adoption Center provides clean and sanitary confinement with fresh food and water for thousands of animals annually, enforces both City and State animal laws, as well as enforces a variety of animal related permits and fees.
For more information on Animal Services please visit templetx.gov/animals
An Outdoor
AND CULTURAL HAVEN
MILES OF TRAILS 66
NUMBER OF PARKS
23 2 29.5
NUMBER OF TRAILS GOLF COURSES
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ATHLETICS
The City of Temple offers a multitude of athletics programs and leagues for youth and adults such as kickball, softball, skeet shooting, basketball, flag football, and volleyball.
POOLS, SPLASH PADS, AND WATER PARK
The City of Temple offers four pools and multiple splash pads as well as the popular Lion’s Junction Family Water Park. Visit templeparks.com to get more information about hours, rules, and rental information.
RECREATION & PROGRAMS
From youth activities and camps to cooking classes and goat yoga, our Parks & Recreation Department wants you to explore, learn and have fun! To learn more about all the great programs, classes and events happening visit templeparks.com
GOLF COURSE
The City of Temple manages a beautiful 18-hole golf course. For more information on Sammons Golf Course visit golfsammons. com. There is also a private 18-hole championship golf course at Wildflower Country Club located in Temple. Visit clubcorp.com/ Clubs/Wildflower-Country-Club/Golf for more information.
SPECIAL EVENTS
The City of Temple is always thinking of new and innovative events and festivals to bring residents together and invite visitors to our community. Some of our signature events include our spring festival, the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration, the Baylor Scott & White Hot Summer Sounds Concert Series, our Haunted Hayride in the fall, and the Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting in December. Visit templetxevents.com for details.
SPACES Local
RENTALS & VENUES
The City of Temple offers diverse options for any of your venue rental needs. Host a birthday party at one of our pools, a reunion, or a wedding and reception at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center. Consider a gathering at the Santa Fe Depot, or an event in the gazebo. We have many diverse and affordable options for your next get together or conference. Visit templetx.gov/venues for more information on rentals.
Clark Pool 1808 Curtis B. Elliott Drive | 254.298.5735
Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center 3303 N. 3rd Street | 254.298.5720
Gober Party House 1516 W. Avenue H | 254.298.5690
Lion Sam Farrow Amphitheater 4320 Lions Park Drive | 254.298.5690
Lions Junction Family Water Park 5000 S. 5th Street | 254.298.5920
Railroad & Heritage Museum 315 W. Avenue B | 254.298.5172
Reuben D. Talasek Bend of the River 7915 S. General Bruce Drive | 254.298.5690
Santa Fe Depot 315 W. Avenue B | 254.298.5172
Sammons Community Center 2220 W. Avenue D | 254.298.5403
Sammons Indoor Pool 2220 W. Avenue D | 254.298.5930
Summit Recreation Center 620 Fryers Creek Circle | 254.298.5348
Summit Recreation Center Pool 620 Fryers Creek Circle | 254.298.5348
Walker Pool 2603 N 3rd Street | 254.298.5698
Wilson Park Recreation Center 2205 Curtis B. Elliott Drive | 254.298.5740
OUTDOOR RECREATION
BELTON LAKE
More than 12,000 acres located on the Leon River. Amenities include boating, fishing, swimming, camping, picnicking, hunting, and lakeside marina.
CHALK RIDGE FALLS PARK
A 3.1 mile heavily trafficked out-and-back trail located near Temple features a waterfall and suspension bridge and is appropriate for all skill levels.
MILLER SPRINGS NATURE CENTER
260-acre scenic natural area located between the Leon River and 110-foot-high bluffs, immediately east of the Belton Lake Dam.
MOTHER NEFF STATE PARK STILLHOUSE HOLLOW LAKE
Along a scenic stretch of the Leon River lies the 259-acre Mother Neff State Park, one of Texas’ oldest state parks. Isabella Neff donated the original six acres for the park in 1921 and it now includes camping, hiking, birding, and picnicking.
Located a quick 15 minute drive from Temple and with more than 58 miles of shoreline, Stillhouse Hollow Lake area features boating, fishing, swimming, scuba diving, camping, picnicking, nature trails, birding, and lakeside marina.
Amenities
LIBRARY
The Temple Public Library has several exciting and innovative programs for adults including book clubs, writing groups, and craft classes and many youth programs ranging from teen gaming groups to weekly toddler story times. The Library features more than just books with a free seed library, electronic resources, board games, ebooks, and more. Follow the library on social to stay up to date with the latest information on programs, services and events!
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SANTA FE PLAZA
The Santa Fe Plaza was a nearly $40 million redevelopment project for downtown Temple. The area includes a multi-functional plaza and the historic Santa Fe Depot. The space is flanked by the Santa Fe Business Center, housing the Temple Chamber of Commerce and Workforce Solutions offices, and the Temple Independent School District’s administration building. In addition to the beautiful and multifunctional green space, the geyser fountains also double as a splash pad for the kiddos! You will also find a kids playground along Santa Fe Market Trail. Santa Fe Plaza is also home to the Railroad & Heritage Museum, a working Amtrak station, and is a beautiful outdoor venue for special events and concerts held throughout the year.
BEST HEALTHCARE IN TEXAS
While many travel to Temple for healthcare services, our residents simply step outside their door for the best healthcare available. Anchored by Baylor Scott & White Healthcare, Temple’s medical district is thriving. Temple is home to the only Level 1 Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. Temple’s healthcare district also boasts McLane Children’s Hospital, the only children’s hospital between Dallas and Austin, offering highly skilled practitioners in 40 pediatric specialties. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of two major facilities in the Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System.
ARTS & CULTURE
Cultural Activities Center 3011 N. 3rd St., Temple, TX 76501 | 254.773.9926 | cacarts.org
Temple Children’s Museum 11 N. 4th St., Temple, TX 76501 | 254.500.7617 | templechildrensmuseum.org
Temple Civic Theatre 2413 S. 13th St., Temple, TX 76504 | 254.778.4751 | templecivictheatre.com
Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum 315 W. Ave. B, Temple, TX 76501 | 254.298.5172 | templerrhm.org
Temple Symphony Orchestra 100 W. Adams Ave., Temple, TX 76501 | 254.778.6683 | templesymphony.org
A LL Y O U N E E D
INFO Helpful
ACTIVATING CITY UTILITIES
To set up new services (residential or commercial) contact the Utility Business Office by visiting templetx.gov/newservice or call 254.298.5616.
ALARM SYSTEMS
If you have a home alarm system, the City of Temple requires an alarm permit that must be renewed annually. For details contact the False Alarm Coordinator, 254.298.5553.
MUNICIPAL COURT
The municipal court is open Monday through Friday to schedule court dates in person, pay fines and hear cases. Options for handling citations are listed on the back of the citation. For more information visit templetx.gov/court
401 N. 3rd Street, Temple, TX 76501
254.298.5687
REPORTING A STREET LIGHT OUTAGE
To report a street light outage, visit oncor.com
REPORTING A TRAFFIC SIGNAL OUTAGE
To report a traffic signal outage between the hours of 7am to 4pm on weekdays (excluding holidays) call 254.298.5653. After hours signal outages can be reported to the Temple Police Department by calling 254.298.5500.
TRAFFIC CALMING STUDIES
The City of Temple has a policy for Neighborhood Traffic Calming which provides a procedure for the consideration, evaluation and implementation of requests for traffic calming measures. For more information or to request a packet, call 254.298.5653.
DRIVER’S LICENSE OFFICE
Texas Department of Public Safety 6612 S. General Bruce Drive, Temple, TX 76502
254.770.6734
ELECTRIC PROVIDERS
Visit powertochoose.org to compare electric rates in any zip code.
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WEATHER SIRENS
Siren testing occurs every Saturday at 11am unless there is inclement weather. Weather sirens are designed to alert residents in the community about severe weather conditions, such as tornados and severe thunderstorms. For more information on safety procedures and disaster preparedness, visit staysafetemple.com.
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Text TEMPLE to 888.384.2540 and stay updated with what is happening around the City from your favorite facilities, to volunteer opportunities and events! You can elect which news and information you are interested in receiving and opt out any time!
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CITY NEWSLETTER
Subscribe to our monthly City Newsletter to receive information about upcoming events and exciting things happening in the community. Visit templetx.gov/newsletter to sign up!
ALERT TEMPLE
Emergency alert notifications are available through the city’s Code Red program. Text ALERTTEMPLE to 99411 or visit templetx.gov/alerttemple to sign up!
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DIRECTORY
CITY HALL
2 N. Main Street
254.298.5700
ANIMAL SERVICES/ ADOPTION CENTER
620 Mama Dog Circle
254.298.5732
BRUSH & BULK PICK UP
3219 Bullseye Lane
254.298.5725
CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
254.298.5600
CODE COMPLIANCE & TRANSFORM TEMPLE
101 N. Main Street
254.298.5670
MUNICIPAL COURT
401 N. 3rd Street
254.298.5687
DROUGHT RESTRICTIONS
3210 E. Avenue H
254.298.5611
FIRE (NON-EMERGENCY)
254.298.5682
GARBAGE COLLECTION
2611 E. Avenue H
254.298.5725
HOUSEHOLD
HAZARDOUS WASTE
2611 E. Avenue H
254.298.5725
HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
101 N. Main Street
254.298.5999
INSPECTIONS
City Hall
2 N. Main Street
254.298.5640
CAREERS
People Operations
1 S. 1st Street
254.298.5650
LIBRARY
100 W. Adams Avenue
254.298.5556
PARKS & RECREATION 1701 N. General Bruce Drive
254.298.5690
PERMITS
City Hall
2 N. Main Street
254.298.5640
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
City Hall 2 N. Main Street
254.298.5668
POLICE (NON-EMERGENCY)
209 E. Avenue A
254.298.5500
RECYCLING (CURBSIDE)
2611 E. Avenue H
254.298.5725
RENTAL FACILITIES 1701 N. General Bruce Drive
254.298.5690
STORMWATER 3210 E. Avenue H 254.298.5625
TRAFFIC SIGNALS
3210 E. Avenue H 254.298.5653
TRANSPORTATION (STREETS) 3210 E. Avenue H 254.298.5653
TREE QUESTIONS & CONCERNS 254.298.5653
WASTEWATER (SEWER) 3210 E. Avenue H 254.298.5611
WATER MAINTENANCE 3210 E. Avenue H 254.298.5611
UTILITY BILLING 401 N. 3rd Street 254.298.5616
UTILITY SET UP
401 N. 3rd Street 254.298.5616
PUBLIC SAFETY
• Police 254.298.5500
• Fire 254.298.5682
• For Emergencies, dial 911
PUBLIC WORKS
• View garbage, recycling, and brush & bulk pick up routes and other info at templetx.gov/solidwaste.
• Report water leaks 254.298.5611
STAY CONNECTED
• Alert Temple Subscribe for emergency alert notifications through our Code Red Program at templetx.gov/alerttemple.
• Text Temple Text TEMPLE to 888.384.2540 and stay updated with what is happening around the City!
• City Newsletter Subscribe to our monthly city newsletter to receive information about upcoming events and exciting things happening in the community at templetx.gov/newsletter.
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RESIDENTIAL GARBAGE & RECYCLE:
• One collection per week
• Bin out at curb by 7am and off curb by 8pm
BRUSH & BULK COLLECTION:
• Two piles (up to a combined 6 cubic yards) collection
OTHER:
• One free passenger pick-up truckload allowed at the landfill with a paper copy of your water bill allowed each month
• Drop off for brush, oil, grease, latex paint, and food waste: 2611 E. AVE H, TEMPLE, TX 76501
REGULAR SCHEDULE
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents’ Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Labor Day
Columbus Day
Veterans Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
New Year’s Eve
NO COLLECTION DAYS
New Year’s Day
July 4th
Thanksgiving
Christmas
TOP CODE VIOLATIONS
TALL GRASS is defined as any portion of a lot or tract of land where grass or weeds exceed 9 in. of growth.
CHAPTER 40 SEC. 5.1
RUBBISH/OUTSIDE STORAGE is defined as items not allowed in areas of public view. Common examples include:
• Garbage and/or rubbish
• Interior furniture items
• Tires
CHAPTER 40 SEC. 4.2. (2) (15)
PARKING VEHICLES ON UNAPPROVED SURFACE is defined as parking:
• In the yard, grass
• On any unimproved parking surface
CHAPTER 40 SEC. 4.2. (16)
JUNK VEHICLE is defined as:
• An inoperable vehicle that does not have a current license & inspection
• A vehicle that has remained inoperable for 30 consecutive days on a private property, or has remained inoperable for 3 consecutive days on a public property.
CHAPTER 40 4.2 (17) – ARTICLE VI. JUNKED VEHICLES
SIGNS Advertising, Garage Sale, and other signs are:
• Prohibited on ANY utility pole
• Prohibited on public property or public right-of-way
• Portable advertising signs are prohibited on public and private property (with exceptions, please contact Code Compliance for further information)
CHAPTER 22 ARTICLE II. SIGNS AND ADVERTISING AND ARTICLE V. GARAGE SALES SEC. 22-72.
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE SEC. 7.6. SIGNS
See the full Code of Ordinances at our website below.
What is a tool lending library?
The tool library provides Temple residents with the necessary tools for yard and home maintenance at NO COST to the resident.
What kinds of tools are available to check out?
Lawn mowers, weed eaters, power washers, blowers, hedge/ tree trimmers and much more
What do I need to do to check out a tool?
➡ Live in Temple, Texas
➡ Have a valid Temple Public Library Card
➡ Be 18 years of age or older
➡ Register by visiting templetx.gov/toollibrary
➡ Complete and return online application with a photo ID