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Frequently Asked Questions

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Sign & Signal

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  • The City Ordinance establishes a maximum speed of 30 MPH for all streets not otherwise signed. Because there are many miles of residential streets with a speed limit of 30 MPH it is not practical to sign every block.
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  • The Police Department has responsibility for enforcement of the speed limits.
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  • No, the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, which the city has adopted as its guide, does not class this as an allowable sign, and it is not enforceable. The city does sign school zones, and school crossings in order to enhance safety around the schools.
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  • Damaged or missing signs may be reported by calling 903.798.3968 or preferably by reporting in the MyGOV TXK Portal. If it is a stop sign or yield sign after normal working hours, please report directly to the Texarkana Police Department (911,) so they can contact someone for after hours repair/replacement.

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Waste & Recycling

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  • - Regular house hold garbage properly placed in green poly-cart - Recyclables placed loosely in recycling cart with yellow lid - see lid for list of recyclables - Yard waste (leaves, pine needles, clippings, etc.) properly bagged in non-plastic biodegradable bags, cardboard boxes or personal trash cans - Limbs 3 inches in diameter or less, not longer than 4ft. in bundles of 40lbs or less
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  • - Aluminum and tin cans (empty and rinsed) - Paper (newspapers, paperback books, office paper, junk mail, magazines, phone books) - Cardboard / paperboard (flattened or cut) - All plastic jugs & bottles Milk jugs, water bottles, soft drink containers, laundry detergent containers, and all HDPE Code No. 1 & 7 plastic containers (empty and rinsed) *For safety purposes, please remove caps from containers before recycling ** No glass, styrofoam, plastic bags, food contamination, light or fluorescent bulbs, batteries, paint, sharp metal, hazardous or medical waste, household cleaners or garden chemicals accepted.
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  • WM will collect up to 4 cubic yards of Bulk items once per month. One cubic yard of bulk waste is the equivalent of the addition of two of the 96 gallon waste carts or an item the size of a refrigerator, sofa, large chair, or washing machine. Those needing to remove an amount of bulk waste exceeding allotted cubic yards may make arrangements for the removal of such items by contacting Waste Management (903) 794-4111 to schedule a pick-up and make payment arrangements. Please have your bulk items at the curb by 7 a.m. Monday, of your scheduled bulk week. To see Acceptable and Non-acceptable items and a Bulk Service Map and Schedule please visit: WM NEW Automated Collection and Monthly Bulk Collection

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  • For service complaints or additional information contact: Waste Management at 903-794-4111 or the City of Texarkana, Texas at 903-798-3900. To report code violations please contact Code Enforcement at 903-798-3944.
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  • Yes, Waste Management operates a landfill that is located west of New Boston on U.S. 82, just east of I-30. There is no disposal fee for Texarkana residents for regular household waste (bring water bill for proof of residency). However, construction or remodel debris does not qualify for free disposal and will be charged on a per ton basis. The phone number is (903) 628-6595.
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  • Yes, Texarkana Water Utilities accepts limbs, brush, etc., up to 8 inches in diameter, at its compost site located at 4000 S Stateline. Please call (903) 798-3860 for more information.
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Public Works

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  • It depends on the type of project being performed. Since there are multiple types of projects that may occur in Texarkana, please see the list below for contact information. 

    Several roadways in the City limits of Texarkana, Texas are maintained by the State.  If it is a street project and your street is maintained by the State of Texas, you will have to contact the Texas Department of Transportation (TX-DOT) at 903-838-8574. 

    If it is a work on a street maintained by the City, you may call either the Street Department at 903-798-3963 or Public Works at 903-798-3948.  If you leave a message, the Public Works Administrative Assistant will direct it to the supervisor in charge.  

    If it is water or sewer work, you will need to contact the Texarkana Water Utilities at 903-798-3800.

    If you are unsure what type of work is being done on your street or in your neighborhood, please call Public Works and we would be happy to help you find out. 

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  • You may call 903-798-3948 for Floodplain determinations. You may be asked to leave your name, contact number, and the address of the property you are inquiring about, if an Engineer is not available at the time of call.  

    Another way to find out your properties Floodplain information is to visit https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search. Enter your address in the search bar and the FEMA determinations will be listed for your address. Review our General Floodplain Q&A for more information.

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  • Driveway Permits are now issued through the Inspections office at City Hall.  Please call 903-798-3912 for assistance. 

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Vector Control

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  • The Vector Control officer sprays for mosquitoes from April to October (or the first hard freeze) of each year on a schedule. Currently, the City limits of Texarkana, Texas are sprayed every week. If you are experiencing a mosquito issue please call 903-798-3948.
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  • Remove any standing water from your property. Standing water can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes. To prevent standing water, rid property of tires and debris, and turn any empty barrels, pots, or wading pools over so they do not hold water. Empty bird baths daily. Use outdoor trash receptacles that have lids for yard waste, and be sure they are closed securely. Keep bushes trimmed and weeds/grass cut. Fill in low lying areas in your yard to prevent pooling and make sure ditches flow freely. Keep gutters clear of debris and leaves so rain water flows freely, and repair sagging areas to prevent pooling. For more information regarding prevention of standing water and mosquitoes, go to www.txwestnile.org.
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City of Texarkana

  1. 220 Texas Boulevard
    Texarkana, TX 75501

    Phone: 903-798-3900
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