July 12, 2023
By News Director Jared Atha
Elk City officials remind residents that the no cost tree limb dumping is still available now through Saturday at the city landfill.
City Manager Tom Ivester says curbside pickup is available but says that service should be utilized by the elderly and disabled.
Ivester says if one needs limbs picked up to contact the City Shop at 580-225-1414 but warns that there is a waiting list.
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