 Animal services at the Animal Shelter (2032 Circle Road) will continue with the City of Waco! The Humane Society of Central Texas (HSCTX) and the City of Waco have decided jointly to end their animal services agreement. Both parties remain committed to saving the lives of animals in our community.
The City of Waco contracted with HSCTX since 2012 to provide adoption, foster, rescue, and volunteer coordination at the Waco Animal Shelter. These services will now continue with the City, and we are adding staff members to support our current hardworking staff. We also welcome the community to continue to support the Waco Animal Shelter.
 Let's take a moment to celebrate the hardworking people who make Waco great.
Please remember that City of Waco offices are closed today for Labor Day. Residents with a Monday trash collection day will have their gray waste carts and blue recycling carts collected later on Wednesday, September 4.
September is Fine Forgiveness Month at the Library
 Waco-McLennan County Library is excited to announce Fine Forgiveness Month, a one-month amnesty program running from September 1 to September 30, 2024.
To participate, cardholders can return overdue library materials to any library location. The library will forgive all associated overdue fines, reactivate any suspended library cards, and waive replacement card fees.
 Congratulations to Waco-McLennan Public Health for being selected as the Waco ISD community partner for the month of August. The Health District was instrumental in ensuring our local students were up to date on their immunizations, so that they could begin the school year on time.
The Health District's mission is to improve the health and well-being of the residents and environment of our county. They offer services in health inspections, epidemiology, health education and outreach, HIV/STI case management, immunizations, WIC, and so much more!
Cameron Park Zoo: Where Wildlife Meets Conservation
 Cameron Park Zoo began as a modest dream in the 1950s and has grown into a beloved Waco tourism destination. After several moves, the zoo opened its doors in Cameron Park in 1993. Today, it boasts over 1,700 animals and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Cameron Park Zoo continues to serve as place where education, conservation, and recreation converge.
Sign Up for Emergency Text Alerts
 With the unpredictable fall weather coming soon, remember to sign up for the mass emergency notification system, so that the Waco-McLennan County Office of Emergency Management can reach you with timely updates on severe weather in our community.
The phone, text, and email system can alert you based on the locations you select, whether that’s for your home, kid’s school, or your workplace. Remember, if we can’t reach you, we can’t alert you.
Free Glass Recycling Around Waco
 Recycle your glass for free at various locations in Waco! Look for the large, purple bins. Bring your clean glass bottles and food jars. (No tempered glass.)
Current locations include:
- Heritage Square in Downtown Waco
- East Waco Library
- McLennan Community College (Parking Lot S)
- Goodwill Headquarters on New Road
Glass will be taken to Prestige Shredding and Recycling where it will be recycled – diverting it from our regional landfill. A huge thank you to our partners at Keep Waco Beautiful, Strategic Materials, Inc., and Prestige, plus a special thank you to the organizations hosting the purple bins!
 Make a difference and join your neighborhood association! The City of Waco wants to hear from you — the people that know their neighborhood the best! Organizing as an association gives you the platform to discuss your concerns, find solutions collaborate with your city government, and meet your neighbors.
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