City of Altus - City Government

10/06/2026

🎣 Big Catch at the Reservoir! 🎣

13-year-old Dylan Smith landed this monster catfish today on the big side of the reservoir! 💪🐟

They didn’t have a scale on hand, but the fish was estimated to weigh somewhere between 20–30 pounds. That’s an impressive catch for any fisher, especially at 13 years old!

Congratulations, Dylan, on an awesome day of fishing and a catch you’ll be talking about for years to come! 👏

🎣🐟

10/06/2026

We’ve received several questions about the traffic cones that are now appearing along Main Street.

The cones are part of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation’s (ODOT) Main Street/US-283 resurfacing project, which officially began this week. The project includes milling the existing roadway surface and applying new asphalt pavement and pavement markings along approximately five miles of roadway through Altus. The project is currently expected to take approximately three to four weeks to complete from the start date.

As construction gets underway, we ask everyone to please slow down and use extra caution when traveling through work zones. Traffic control devices, lane closures, and temporary traffic pattern changes are in place to help protect both drivers and the crews working just feet away from moving traffic. Even a small reduction in speed can make a significant difference in keeping everyone safe.

It’s also important to remember that this project is just getting started. Construction schedules can change due to weather, equipment availability, and other operational factors. Rain and severe weather can delay work and may affect the overall timeline of the project.

We appreciate your patience as these roadway improvements are completed and will continue sharing updates as information becomes available.

For construction-related questions, please contact ODOT directly at 580-482-3191.

Read more: https://www.altusok.gov/article/2933768

09/06/2026

Helping Altus stay informed can start with something as simple as sharing a flyer.

The City of Altus is looking for Community Information Partners who care about our community and want to help official City information reach more people.

There is no cost to participate. We simply ask partners to share City flyers and updates in ways that work for their location or organization, such as posting them on a bulletin board, placing them at a front desk, sharing them with staff, or adding them to a newsletter.

Partners can join our email list to receive flyers to print and hang up, pick up printed flyers at our Utility Office window, or have flyers delivered if available.

We’re looking for:
• Local businesses
• Schools
• Churches
• Nonprofits
• Civic groups
• Community clubs
• Key Spouses
• Lodging places
• Hotels and motels
• Apartment offices
• Senior centers
• Child care centers
• Salons and barbershops
• Restaurants and coffee shops
• Medical offices and clinics
• Fitness centers
• Neighborhood leaders
• Organizations that care about Altus

Tag someone who would be a great Community Information Partner.

Together, we can keep Altus informed, connected, and prepared.

Learn more:
www.altusok.gov/cip

*Delivery available when possible.

09/06/2026

Do you have questions about food assistance, insurance, local services or specialized help? Thanks to a partnership with the District 5 Southwest Oklahoma County Health Departments, help is available! A Community Health Worker (CHW) can help you navigate your unique situation. Stop by the Altus Public Library, 421 N. Hudson TODAY from 10:30 - 11:30 AM! There will be a CHW here to help you find the right solutions to your specific needs. This program is FREE and open to the public! Come see us! Jackson County Health Department

09/06/2026

Some yards are giving “nature documentary.”
Some vehicles are giving “I’ll fix it next weekend” from 2019.
And some piles of debris are starting to look like they have squatters’ rights.

Code Enforcement isn’t here to ruin your day. They’re here to help keep Altus clean, safe, and looking like we all didn’t collectively give up.

Got questions about tall grass, abandoned vehicles, trash, debris, or how to report a concern? Start here:

https://cityofaltusok.sites.thrillshare.com/o/coa/page/code-enforcement

08/06/2026

Do you have about one minute a month to help make Altus better?

The City of Altus is working with FlashVote to engage the community and gather valuable input from residents to inform our decisions.

We encourage residents to sign up here now: https://www.flashvote.com/altusok or call 775-235-2240 to participate by phone or text only.

Read about it: www.altusok.gov/flashvote

Sign up takes less than one minute and your input is always kept anonymous. Personal or demographic information collected by FlashVote is never shared with the City or anyone else. When residents sign up, they can determine how surveys are received - whether by email, text or phone call. They will receive a notification whenever there is a new survey, and they will have 48 hours to participate before voting closes. Once a survey is closed, everyone who participated will automatically receive a summary of the overall results and be able to see how their responses compare to the group.

Sign up now so you don't miss the first survey – coming soon!

05/06/2026

🎉 Fun Friday Rebus Challenge! 🎉

Can you solve this week’s picture puzzle? 🤔

Take a close look at each image and see if you can figure out the word or phrase they represent. Drop your guess in the comments below! 👇

Good luck, Altus! 🍀

📱 Don’t forget to sign up for FlashVote and make your voice heard! FlashVote is a quick and easy way to provide feedback on community topics, City services, and future projects. Participation is free, and surveys typically take less than a minute to complete.

🔗 Sign up today: https://www.flashvote.com/altusok

🌐 Learn more about the FlashVote program: https://www.altusok.gov/flashvote

04/06/2026

City of Altus Launches FlashVote Community Engagement Program

The City of Altus is introducing FlashVote, a public participation platform that allows residents to...

04/06/2026

🌽🥕 Altus Farmers Market is Back! 🍓🌻

Join us at Altus Downtown Park on June 6th from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a morning full of fresh produce, local vendors, and community fun!

🛍 Shop local
🍅 Fresh fruits & vegetables
🤝 Support local businesses
☀️ Enjoy a beautiful morning downtown

Bring your family, friends, and reusable shopping bags—we can’t wait to see you there!

📍 Altus Downtown Park
📅 June 6
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

For more information: 580-481-2265