The city of Lawton has launched a new texting service, called TextMyGov, to help Lawtonians receive information quickly using text messaging, city officials said in a news release.
The service allows citizens to find information and report issues on the go through the city’s text messaging number, (580) 360-6581. This number uses smart-texting technology to provide immediate assistance and relay information back about the service, department or event residents would like to know more about.
For example, if a resident texted the word “events” to the city’s text messaging number, it would return a link to the calendar. Texting the words “public works” returns information about the landfill, streets and traffic, drainage maintenance, stormwater management, electronic maintenance, equipment maintenance, public works admin and a link to the public works department to learn more. Anyone can get started by texting "Hi" to (580) 360-6581. We recommend residents save this number to their phone contacts so they can text in anytime they wish.
“As we receive input from Lawtonians, we'll be working to make adjustments that will help the system answer questions more efficiently,” officials said in the news release. “In addition to the city’s smart texting phone number, the service provides an alternative method for residents to stay connected through text messaging and receive important news and updates sent directly to their phone using text alerts.”
The city has various text notification lists that residents opt into to receive specific updates on the Lawton City Council, alerts and traffic advisories. Residents can sign up for those now using the guide below.
* For citywide alerts, text “Lawton” to 91896.
* For council alerts, text “LawtonCouncil” to 91896.
* For city news alerts, text “LawtonNews” to 91896.
* For city traffic alerts, text “LawtonTraffic” to 91896.
Residents are welcome to opt out of the messaging system by texting “Stop” at any time to stop receiving messages.