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1. When are City Council Meetings held?

The Jacksboro City Council meets for regular meetings on the second and fourth Monday of every month in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 112 West Belknap, at 5:30 p.m.

2. How can I see the agenda for an upcoming City Council or Board Meeting?

All City Council and Commission agendas are posted on the city's website at least 72 hours before the meeting. In this location, you can also browse past City Council agendas.

3. How can I receive automatic notification of agendas?

By choosing Notify Me on the homepage you will be able to sign up to receive automatic notifications.

4. How can I be appointed to a Board or Commission?

You may file online or by faxing a paper form to our office at (940) 567-2590.

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1. How can I become a vendor for the City?

Submit a Request for Vendor Information to the Director of Finance. Submit the online form, fax it to us at (940) 567-5133, or mail it to 112 West Belknap, Jacksboro, Texas, 76458.

2. What is the sales tax rate for the city?

The sales and use tax for the city is 8.25%. The State of Texas receives 6.25% and the City receives 2% of this tax. The proceeds from the City's portion of this tax are used to support the general operations of the city. Specifically, 1.75% of this tax is deposited in the General Fund of the city and the remaining .25% is governed by a non-profit economic development corporation designed to make infrastructure improvements to attract economic activity to the community (established pursuant to Section 4B of the Texas Development Corporation Act of 1979).

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1. Where can I obtain an employment application for the City of Jacksboro?

Applications are available online and in the HR office.

2. Will the City accept a resume instead of an application?

No. We require that an application be on file. You may attach your resume and cover letter to a completed application.

3. Do you interview candidates on the spot?

The Human Resources department accepts the applications, the hiring is the responsibility of each individual department.

4. What is required after the interview to be hired?

After all interview have been conducted the department head will notify Human Resources of the candidate that has been chosen. From that point forward the following steps must be completed:
1. Reference Check
2. Background check (including criminal history)
3. Employment verifications
4. Driving record check
5. Pre-employment drug screen/physical

5. Does the City of Jacksboro take out for Social Security Taxes?

Taxes

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1. How do I contact a city/county department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

Use the FAQs module to easily find answers to the questions you ask the most.

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1. What do I do if I just received a citation?

Your citation will be filed in the court within 2-4 days. You may call the court for general information at (940) 567-6321, but you must make an appearance in person, by mail, or by phone to take care of the citation. The Municipal Court is located at:
112 West Belknap
Jacksboro, TX 76458

2. What is the process to pay for a citation?

You may:

• Appear in person at City Hall, located at:
  112 West Belknap
  Jacksboro, TX 76458


• Mail your payment along with a legible copy of your driver’s license or ID to City Hall


• Place your payment in the night drop on the west side of City Hall

3. When and how must I appear to take care of my ticket?

You must appear on or before the date on the ticket. You may appear in person, by mail, or by attorney at City Hall located at:
112 West Belknap
Jacksboro, TX 76458

If you fail to make your appearance within the time allowed on the ticket (court date), a warrant may be issued for your arrest.

4. When can I find out how much my citation is?

Citations are normally filed within three business days. After that time frame you may inquire about your citation.

5. Can I take care of my spouse's ticket?

No, only the person who received the citation or his/her attorney may enter a plea. However, once the plea has been made, anyone may make the payment.

6. Where does the money from my payment go?

Your payment is distributed to separate fees and costs. The fine portion, as well as, part of the costs is deposited in the city’s general fund. The fees are sent to the state and distributed into different funds such as the state traffic fund, child safety fund, judicial support fee, and the consolidated fee.

7. What does FMFR mean?

FMFR stands for failure to maintain proof of financial responsibility. Most individuals carry liability insurance as their proof of financial responsibility.

8. How long will a traffic offense stay on my record?

A conviction for a traffic offense stays on your record permanently; however, insurance companies may only go back three years on your history.

9. Do I have to have an appointment to see the judge?

Yes. The judge is only in the office on scheduled court dates.

10. How can I find out if I have a traffic warrant?

You may contact the Municipal Court clerk at (940) 567-6321 or come to City Hall located at:
112 West Belknap
Jacksboro, TX 76458

The Municipal Court's hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

11. What are the hours of the Municipal Court?

The City of Jacksboro Municipal Court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays. The court clerk can be reached by calling (940) 567-6321.

12. Where is the Municipal Court located?

The Municipal Court is in City Hall located at:
112 West Belknap
Jacksboro, TX 76458

13. What is deferred disposition?

Deferred disposition, when requested, is a means of having a violation dismissed. If granted by the judge, you may be placed on deferred for a period of time set by the judge and will have specific terms or conditions set by the judge. If you have complied with the terms, your case will be dismissed.

14. Can I take a driver safety course to get my ticket dismissed?

If eligible, you must pay a fee and request to take a driver safety course to keep a ticket off your record.

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1. What do I have to do to get water service?

To establish a water account we ask that you come to the Utility Billing office located at 112 West Belknap, to complete an application for water service. All new residential accounts are subject to a deposit, $100 for residential accounts and $200 fpr commercial accounts, this amount may vary based upon past payment history. In addition, the city requires that before opening accounts we must have a copy a photo ID.