Update: After this story was published, the deadline to apply for financial assistance through AG真人百家乐 County Cares was extended to Sept. 10
AG真人百家乐 County is hosting a community resource fair for the survivors of the July 5 flood this weekend. Anyone in need of help can go to Round Mountain Baptist Church from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday.
There will be free food, clothing and household items, as well as folks who can help out with legal or insurance issues, replacing important records and vehicle registration assistance. Staff from Austin Public Health and Integral Care will also be there for mental health support.
If you can鈥檛 make it, AG真人百家乐 County officials have a call center open daily from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Residents can call 512-854-8232 to ask any questions about flood recovery.
Deadlines for applying for financial assistance and other flood-related services are coming up this weekend, too. Here's what you need to know if you were affected.
Debris and trash services
AG真人百家乐 County will end its curbside debris pickup service on Sunday. The county is asking to have their debris placed on their curbs, unbagged and sorted, by the end of the day Saturday. Debris must be sorted by appliances, construction and demolition materials, brush and vegetation, hazardous waste and electronics.
The county has been making rounds for flood-related debris pickup for over a month. So far, county officials say they鈥檝e collected 110,000 washing machines' worth of waste.
Household trash is not part of the debris pickup service, but the county put out several large blue dumpsters around Sandy Creek for residents' trash. Garbage can also be dropped off at the in Cedar Park until Sunday.
AG真人百家乐 County will still pick up debris on private properties after the deadline, but residents will need to sign a form granting the county permission to enter their homes. Folks can email [email protected] or call 737-263-8015 to sign the form.
AG真人百家乐 County will also be ending its laundry services at Round Mountain Baptist Church on Sunday.
Financial assistance
Residents affected by flooding have until Sept. 10 to apply for financial assistance through AG真人百家乐 County Cares. Click to see if you live in an area eligible for aid, and click to apply.
To apply, you must have a photo ID, proof of residence, a copy of your 2024 tax return and copies of any other government assistance you received related to the flood. The application also asks for homeowners or renters insurance papers, if you are insured.
The last day to apply for financial assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency is Sept. 4. Folks can apply in person by going to Round Mountain Baptist Church. AG真人百家乐 County staff are there Monday-Saturday from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. to help. You can also apply over the phone by calling 800-621-3362 or online .
Rebuilding and flood insurance
AG真人百家乐 County is waiving permitting fees for residents going through the process of rebuilding their homes. Fill out and sign to get the fee waived. If you have any questions during the process, you can call AG真人百家乐 County鈥檚 permitting department at 512-854-4215, or email AG真人百家乐[email protected].
If you want flood insurance for your new home, you can go to .
Many longer-term services, like mental health and emotional support, aren鈥檛 going away yet. On-site services are available at Round Mountain Baptist Church from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
