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1. How do I sign up to speak at the next Council meeting?

If you have an interest in any agenda item and want to address City Council during the hearing of visitors portion of a regularly scheduled City Council meeting, simply fill out the Hearing of Visitors Form and submit to the City Clerk no later than 6:15 pm on the date of the Council meeting.
Hearing of Visitors Form

2. How many councilmembers constitute a quorum?

At least three of the four Councilmembers must be present to constitute a quorum before the official business meeting is called to order. The Mayor, or in his absence the Mayor Pro Tem, presides at each meeting.

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1. How much is a health permit?

A health permit is $100 per year.

2. How many vendor permits are allowed in a year?

Five

3. Where ia a background check acquired that is needed for vendor/peddler permits?

Either at the police department, sheriff's department or DPS.

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1. How do I get a smoke alarm in my home?

You can call or visit any Fire Station and fill out a request form. You can also find the form by clicking on the following link. Smoke Alarm Application

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1. How do I get a library card?

To get a library card, apply at the circulation desk.

The following items are needed to complete a Library Card Application:
Valid government issued ID
Proof of residency (If ID does not have address listed or is from a state other than Texas)

Children's cards will be issued with the signature of a parent or legal guardian who has a valid government issued ID and proof of residency (If ID does not have address listed or is from a state other than Texas).

2. Does the library have wifi?

Yes, the library offers free open wifi 24/7. No password is required for use.

3. Does the library have fax services?

No, the library does not have fax services available.

4. Does the library have scanning services?

No, the library does not have scanning services available.

5. What do I need to use a public access computer?

A current library card is needed to use the computers.

6. Is there a charge for computer use?

No, computer use is free. However, there is a charge for printing.

7. If I have a library card at the Premont branch do I need a separate card for the Alice Library?

No, only one card is needed.

8. Does the library provide genealogy searches?

Only with exact dates, do to the fact that the library has limited staff and the Alice Echo Newspaper has not been indexed.

9. Do you have any videos?

Yes, the library has DVDs and some Children's VHS in the collection.

10. What forms of payment does the library accept?

The library accepts cash (preferably in bills smaller than $10) and checks.

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1. How much does it cost to rent Anderson Pavilion?

Please call us at (361) 668-7250 to reserve the pavilion. The application form can be downloaded under Parks and Recreation or by visiting Community Development on 1st floor of City Hall Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm. The rental fee for the Anderson Park Pavilion is $75, in addition to a $35 security deposit. Deposit is refunded after your event and city staff verifies no litter or damage to facilities.

2. What are the hours Lake Findley is open to the public?

Weather permitting, Lake Findley is open to the public daily from 8:00 am until dark.

3. How do I reserve a field for practice?

You must obtain a permit from our office and pay the necessary fees no later than the day of your practice. Please keep in mind that fields are reserved on a first come, first served basis. For more information, please contact us at (361) 668-7250.

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1. How do I get a copy of an accident report?

Accident reports are usually available the day after an accident occurs. The cost is $6 and reports can be picked up at the Alice Police Department Records Division.

2. How do I make a report?

If it is an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. If you need to speak to an officer, you can come to the Alice Police Department and ask to speak to an officer to make a report.

3. How do I find out if I have a warrant for my arrest?

Warrants are not confirmed over the phone. If you feel that a warrant has been issued for your arrest, please come by the Alice Police Department for more information.

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1. What brush section am I in?

For information on which section you are in, please call 361.668.7270 or 361.668.3308 Brush Pickup Routes Map

2. What days is my trash picked up?

Residential Trash Collection: Trash is picked up twice a week. Residents West of Cameron St. will have trash pick up on Mondays & Thursdays. Residents East of Cameron St. will have trash pick up on Tuesdays & Fridays. For additional information call 361.668.7270 of 361.664.3308

3. Who do I call when I have a water leak or sewer stop after hours?

All after hours calls for water leaks or sewer stops should be reported to (361) 664-9082 at the Water Treatment Plant.

4. Where do I report a street light that is out?

Call the Public Works Office at (361) 668-7270. They will then report the outage to AEP.

5. When will my brush / mixed debris be picked up?

The City currently has eight brush sections. The current section we are working in is listed in the local newspaper every Sunday. You may also call the Sanitation Office at (361) 664-3308 to find out where we are currently working.

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1. What do I need to start up services?

If you are renting you will need a lease agreement and landlords phone number.
You will need your identification card or driver’s license and your social security card.
If more than one person’s name is on the lease agreement we will need their identification cards as well.

2. How much is the deposit for a residential account?

If you are moving inside the City limits your deposit will be $ 75.
If you have a delinquent balance at another location, your deposit will be $ 150.
Also you will need to make payment arrangements on the delinquent account.
If you are moving outside the City limits your deposit will be $ 113.
If you have a delinquent balance at another location, your deposit will be $ 226.

3. How much is the deposit for a commercial account?

If you are moving inside the City limits your deposit will be $ 125.
If you have a delinquent balance at another location, your deposit will be $ 250.
Also you will need to make payment arrangements on the delinquent account.
If you are moving outside the City limits your deposit will be $ 188.If you have a delinquent balance at another location, your deposit will be $ 376.

4. How long does it take to get my services on?

If you can come to the office before 4p.m. on a regular business day you will have your services on by the end of the day.

5. If I can’t pay my bill by the due date what can be done?

You can come into the office and request an extension on your bill.
One extension per quarter.

6. I just got divorced, how can I change the name on the account.

In this instance you will need the following:
A. Your certified copy of the divorce decree,
B. Your new identification card or driver’s license.
C. You will need to bring the deposit up to a current amount.
For example, if the deposit on the account was $ 35 and the current amount for the location you live in is $ 75 you will need to pay $ 40 to bring the deposit up to a current amount.

7. What is the departments hours of operation?

We are open Monday thru Friday from 8am-5pm
The drive thru is also open on Fridays from 8am-6pm to take payments.

8. If I drop off my payment in the drop box after 5pm is my payment considered to be made on time or would it be late?

Any payment left in the drop box after 5pm on the due date are considered late and the account will receive a penalty.