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Animal Control

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1. Are animals required to be registered?

Yes, the registration fee is $2 for each animal, unless they are vaccinated, then the fee is waived.

For more information, please contact Animal Control at (325) 573-3969.

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Finance Department

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1. How do I get on your list of bidders?

Email information about your company along with telephone numbers and contacts to Patricia Warren.

2. How do I check on an unpaid invoice sent to the city?

Email the name of your company and the amount of the invoice to Patricia Warren.

3. What bids do you have open?

Email Patricia Warren for information on open bids.

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Fire / Rescue

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1. Are Volunteer Firefighters Needed?

The Snyder Fire Department is actively seeking interested individuals at this time to become volunteer firefighters. An applicant must live in the Snyder area of Scurry County, be 18 years of age, have a high school degree or GED, have a current Texas driver's license, and furnish proof of insurance. An application packet can be picked up at Central Fire Station, or down loaded from this web site under the VFD section. No experience is required. Training is held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month for the entire department, and training of new personnel is scheduled at convenient times. Training dates are adjusted for Thanksgiving and Christmas as necessary. Visitors are welcome at any time.

For more information, please contact Fire / Rescue at (325) 573-6215.

Read more about Becoming a Volunteer Firefighter on this website.

Read more about Jr. Firefighter Program on this website.

2. Are we under a burn ban?

AT THIS TIME, SCURRY COUNTY IS UNDER A BURN BAN, AND OUTDOOR BURNING IS REGULATED BY THE BAN. AT TIMES, THE SCURRY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT ISSUES A TEMPORARY SUSPENSION WHEN CONDITIONS PERMIT, AND DURING THAT PERIOD THE BAN IS LIFTED ON A TEMPORARY BASIS. CONTACT THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE CURRENT STATUS IF UNKNOWN.
A map of counties under a burn ban is available through the Texas Forest Service and although helpful, it is not always up-to-date as local county governments (not fire departments) are responsible for enacting and lifting local burn bans. For accurate information, contact Scurry County at (325) 573-8576.

The local Fire Department will routinely know the current burn ban status. The Snyder Fire Department can be contacted at (325) 573-6215.

3. What can I burn, and where can I burn it?

Burning inside the City limits of Snyder is prohibited at all times by local ordinance. This does not prohibit fires used for cooking purposes (if arranged in a safe manner), but does prohibit the burning of any type of trash, rubbish, or similar debris.

Outside the City limits, there are no local ordinances unless a burn ban is in place. However, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has numerous restrictions and should be contacted for up-to-date and accurate information. In general, it is against State law to burn tires, furniture, petroleum products, certain treated materials including some types of wood, and several other materials. Trailer houses are specifically prohibited. Tree limbs, grass, and natural vegetation debris are normally allowed if produced on the property they are being burned on. Hauling debris to a secondary location is not allowed. During a routine burn ban, household trash burning is allowed in an enclosed container such as a barrel, as long as there is a spark arresting screen over the container. The screen should be small enough to catch sparks emitted from the burning process. Hog wire or chicken wire is not considered a spark arresting screen. A window-type screen material is suggested. Burning household trash in a pit is not allowed during a burn ban.

While these suggestions are normally acceptable, this list is not to be considered all-inclusive. Both the TCEQ and/or the County should be contacted for up-to-date, full, and accurate information regarding outdoor burning. While the local fire department can assist in answering questions, the State and local burn ban laws are not enacted or enforced by their department. The State laws (TCEQ) and local burn ban laws (Scurry County) are enforced by their respective agencies and are subject to respective fines and penalties. The TCEQ can be contacted by phone at (512) 239-1000. Scurry County can be contacted by phone at (325) 573-8576.

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Law Enforcement Center

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1. How can I obtain a copy of an accident report for an accident that occurred inside the City of Snyder, Texas?

To obtain a copy of an accident report, you can come into the Snyder Police Department located at:
400 37th St.
Snyder, TX 79549

You may also call (325) 573-0261 to request a copy of the report. There is a cost of $5 for each copy of the accident report requested.

To obtain an accident report you will need the following information:
Driver's Name, date of accident and location the accident occurred.

2. What do I need to do to get a copy of an offense report for my insurance company?

The Police Department does not give out the actual offense report for insurance purposes. You can contact the Snyder Police Department at (325) 573-0261 and ask for an insurance letter or visit the Snyder Police Department located at:
400 37th Street
Snyder, TX 79549

A letter will be prepared with the basic information of the reported offense and you can provide that letter to your insurance company.

3. My vehicle was impounded, what steps do I need to take to get my vehicle out of impound?

You will need to come into the Snyder Police Department located at:
400 37th St.
Snyder, TX 79549

You must have a valid driver's license and proof of current insurance. If you do not have a valid license, you will need to have a licensed driver with you. After verification of a valid driver's license and insurance, you will be provided an impound release form that you will have to take to the wrecker service listed on the release to pick up your vehicle. You will be responsible for any fees for towing and storage to the wrecker service before your car will be released to you by the wrecker service.

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Municipal Court

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1. How much is my ticket?

Fines and court costs vary depending on the type of violation. Contact the Court at (325) 573-4958 for correct amounts.

2. When do I have to pay?

Arrangements or payments must be made by the 20th day after the date of the violation. Juvenile and alcohol related offenses involving a minor require an appearance in open court to enter a plea. All other offenses please call the Municipal Court at (325) 573-4958 for information.

3. Will my ticket affect my driving record?

The Department of Public Safety adds two points per moving violation conviction.

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Open Records

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1. How do I get a copy of a record?

All requests for public information must be in writing. For more information, please contact the Open Records / Public Information Office at (325) 573-9360.

2. How long does it take to get my copies?

The City of Snyder shall promptly release information that is not confidential by law or information for which an exception to disclosure has not been sought.

For more information, please contact Open Records at (325) 573-9360.

3. Does it cost anything for open records copies?

The cost is based on a rate of $0.10 per copy made. However, a large request may cost personnel time and overhead charges. A summarized statement of cost will be sent to you beforehand to determine if you still want the information.

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Planning & Zoning

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1. What is the minimum size building that does not require a building permit?

Any structure with a floor area less than 200 square feet does not require a permit.

2. What is the standard setback requirement in a residential area for building structures?

The standard setback requirement is 25 feet from the front property line.

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Sanitation / Landfill

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1. Can you use your water bill for payment at the landfill?

Yes, individuals are allowed to bring one load of waste per month (for free) by showing their water bill. They are only allowed to bring household trash, no demolition waste.

2. Do I have to secure my load of waste?

Yes. The waste must be secured with a tarp before transporting on the city roadways. There will be a $15 surcharge attached to the bill if the load is unsecured.

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Utility

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1. How can I pay my water bill?

You can pay your water bill by:

• Cash


• Check


• Money order


• Credit card


• Debit card


• Bank draft


• Online

2. Where can I pay my water bill?

You can pay your water bill at the City Hall Water Department or pay by credit card on the City website (online), by mail, night-drop, drive-through window located at 1925 24th Street, Snyder, Texas 79549. Also you can use a credit card to pay by phone. Please call(325) 573-4960.

3. Can anyone use the City dump truck?

Utility customers with an active account may have a dump truck sent to their address. It can only be used for household trash. It cannot be used for construction purposes such as remodeling or roofing.