062920 Press Release - Independence Day Closings _j�OF FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DENTON Ryan Adams • (940) 349-8565 • Ryan.Adamsgcityofdenton.com
Independence Day Operating Hours and Closings
City Facilities Closed Friday, July 3
DENTON, TX,June 29,2020—While certain City of Denton facilities are currently closed to
the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic, other facilities may experience service alterations on
Friday, July 3 in observance of the federal Independence Day holiday. Please note the following
with respect to specific City of Denton services and facilities.
Libraries
All libraries will be closed on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4. Modified library services and
hours will resume on Monday, July 6. Visit library.cityofdenton.com to learn more about the
Library's modified services due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Animal Services and Shelter
Animal Services and the Linda McNatt Animal Care &Adoption Center will be closed on
Friday, July 3 and will resume regular hours on Saturday, July 4. To visit the Adoption Center,
call (940) 349-7594 to schedule an appointment. To report an animal-related non-emergency,
call (940) 349-8181 and select option 8. In case of an emergency, dial 911.
Parks and Recreation
Denia Rec Center, MLK Jr. Rec Center, Denton Civic Center, Denton Senior Center, Water
Works Park, Civic Center Pool, Denton Natatorium, and Goldfield Tennis Center are currently
closed, and will remain closed on July 3 and 4.
North Lakes Rec Center and North Lakes Driving Range will be open on Friday, July 3,but
closed on Saturday, July 4. The driving range will reopen on Sunday, July 5 and the recreation
center will reopen on Monday, July 6.
Public Safety
Public safety personnel will be on duty during the holiday. The Denton Police Department non-
emergency number is (940) 349-8181, and in case of an emergency, dial 911.
Utilities
Customer Service operations will be closed on Friday, July 3 and resume regular hours on
Monday, July 6. To report a utility service emergency, call utilities dispatch at (940) 349-7000.
Online bill pay and other self-service options will not be affected.
Solid Waste and Recycling
The City of Denton Landfill will be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, July 3 and 7 a.m. to
noon on Saturday, July 4. Currently, credit and debit cards are the only accepted forms of
payment. Visit www.dentonrecycles.com for current schedule information.
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Airport
Airport administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 3. The air traffic control tower will
be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and the airfield will remain open 24 hours per day. Flight
services will be available from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the holiday.
For a complete list of facility closures and service modifications due to the COVID-19
pandemic, visit www.cityofdenton.com/coronavirus.
Fireworks in the City of Denton
The Denton Fire Department would like to remind the public that it is illegal to buy, sell, use, or
possess fireworks in or within 5,000 feet of the Denton city limits. Offenders may be fined up to
$2,000 and fireworks will be confiscated.
On behalf of the City of Denton, have a safe and happy holiday.
Visit www.cityofdenton.com for more news and to stay updated.
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