Stay Informed
The City of Springtown is committed to transparency and keeping residents informed about local government activities, public meetings, programs, services, and emergency situations. There are several ways for residents to stay connected and access information about City business.
iCompass Agendas & Minutes
The City publishes agendas and meeting minutes through the iCompass portal for the City Council and appointed boards and commissions that are subject to the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Residents can use iCompass to:
- View upcoming meeting agendas
- Access meeting packets and supporting documents
- Review approved meeting minutes
- Search historical meeting records
The iCompass portal serves as the official source for public meeting information and records.
Watch Meetings on YouTube
Most public meetings are streamed live through the City’s YouTube channel and recorded versions are available for viewing after the meeting concludes.
The City’s YouTube channel provides convenient access to:
- City Council meetings
- Board and commission meetings
- Special meetings and workshops
- Other public presentations and events
Visit the City’s YouTube channel
Follow the City on Social Media
The City maintains several social media accounts to provide timely updates and information to residents.
Social media channels are used to share information including:
- Upcoming events and community programs
- Facility closures and service disruptions
- Emergency communications and severe weather updates
- Public safety notices
- Traffic impacts from motor vehicle accidents and other incidents
- Utility interruptions and service advisories
- Community engagement opportunities
Residents are encouraged to follow the pages most relevant to their interests to receive timely updates.
Blackboard Notifications
The City utilizes Blackboard, a reverse 911 notification system, to communicate important information directly to residents. Register here
Individuals who register for Blackboard can receive notifications through:
- Phone calls
- Text messages
- Email messages
Notifications may include:
- Severe weather alerts
- Emergency public safety information
- Utility outages
- Boil water notices
- Event reminders
- Public surveys
- Opportunities to provide community input
Residents are encouraged to sign up to ensure they receive important City communications as quickly as possible.
City Magazine
Twice each year, the City in partnership with the Springtown Epigraph publishes a community magazine, the Springtownian, that is mailed to utility customers in the spring and fall.
The magazine includes:
- City project updates
- Community news
- Department highlights
- Upcoming events
- Service information
- Important announcements from City leadership
The biannual publication provides an in-depth look at City initiatives and services.
City Website
The City’s website serves as the central hub for information about municipal services, programs, meetings, projects, and departments.
Residents can use the website to:
- Access City news and announcements
- Find contact information for departments and staff
- Pay utility bills and access online services
- Review meeting information and public notices
- Learn about City programs and services
- Access forms, applications, and permits
- Stay informed about projects, events, and community initiatives
The website is regularly updated to provide residents with accurate and timely information about City government and community activities.
Multiple Ways to Stay Connected
No single communication method reaches everyone. The City uses a combination of public meetings, online resources, social media, emergency notifications, print publications, and digital communications to ensure residents have multiple ways to stay informed about City business and community events.