The City of Giddings is pleased to announce the launch of TextMyGov text alerts, which is a new text messaging service that will provide Giddings residents with important information and updates to keep citzens informed. Alerts can be for the entire City, or for specific neighborhoods.
Residents will receive text message notifications on things such as public safety issues, road closures, water advisories, and more. Texts will be sent on an as needed basis when residents need to know important information right away. The City of Giddings will officially launch the new text alert system during the week of April 15th. You may receive a text notification from 91896. This will be a legitimate text from The City of Giddings, Texas. Users can opt-out from all texts at any time by texting STOP to 91896.
If you do not receive an initial text message, you can choose to opt-in by texting “GIDDINGS” to the number 91896. After sending the initial keyword, users will be asked to reply to the confirmation with a “YES” to opt-in for notifications. If you would like your number to be associated with an address in order to receive neighborhood specific notificaitons, please fill out this form or call City Hall at 979-540-2710.
The City of Giddings is excited for this new technology to keep Giddings residents more informed. Other governmental entities across the country are utilizing this system with great success. We look forward to serving you better!