A Message from Mayor Kurt

CLS Citizens and Businesses,

As we approach the holidays, we have so much to be thankful for! 

On Thanksgiving, we will gather with family and friends to give thanks for the good in our lives. Despite the challenges during the past year, Clear Lake...

Attention Residents: Paving repairs and road closures

The City of Clear Lake Shores will be doing paving repairs and drainage improvements throughout the city. The repairs include the installation of a culvert and a drain and a full-depth reclamation of a section of Juniper Rd. 

Juniper Rd., between ...

2021 Bay Area TX Heart Walk - Mayors with Heart/Team Clear Lake Shores Sunsetters

Join us for the "2021 Bay Area TX Heart Walk  - Mayors with Heart/Team Clear Lake Shores Sunsetters,” benefiting the American Heart Association.

This year’s walk will be on Saturday, November 20th at 9:00 a.m. at the Kemah Boardwalk....

A Message from Mayor Kurt

Veteran’s Day in the U.S. provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize. 

Despite the strains on our lives, it is important to remember how eternally grateful we are to the men and women who have served and fought for our coun...

Fall migration is here and CLS is a great spot to go birding!

Clear Lake Shores is on the Clear Lake Loop of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, which makes it a great place to spot different species of migrating birds.

Our city’s parks are a great place to go bird watching. You might be able to identify...

Galveston Bay Brewing Grand Opening Scheduled for Summer 2022

Clear Lake Shores, TX - Friday, October 8, 2021 - Great news Clear Lake Shores! Galveston Bay Brewing is about to start the next phase of their construction process and they have anticipated their grand opening in summer 2022. Shiny new stainless fermente...

How to receive notifications from the City during an emergency and non-emergency events

If you have a neighbor who does not have an active social media account, please share this information with them. It is very important to us that all of our residents stay connected with the city via social media, website, or through our two notification ...

City of Clear Lake Shores declares Local State of Disaster in response to Hurricane Nicholas

On Tuesday, September 14, 2021, Mayor Kurt Otten signed a Declaration of a Local State of Disaster in response to the damages resulting from Hurricane Nicholas. The declaration activates the City Emergency Management Plan and shall continue for a period o...

The proposed Shell Bottom Boat Ramp improvements are available online

The proposed Shell Bottom Boat Ramp improvements are available online! This preliminary document provides an overview of the boat ramp site plans, dock framing details, and other construction notes. You can find the document by visiting www.clearlakeshore...

FY22 Proposed Budget is now online!

The FY22 Proposed Budget is now online! To download the FY22 Proposed Budget please visit www.clearlakeshores-tx.gov/finance. City Council will discuss the budget during their next City Council meeting on September 7, 2021.

Galveston County Sheriff’s Office to Investigate Accident Involving a CLSPD Officer

Thursday, August 12, 2021 – Clear Lake Shores, TX - On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers from the Clear Lake Shores Police Department observed a motorcycle being driven recklessly. The vehicle was ...

WATERFRONT TRANSFER

Transfer WF B-085

Bruce Harkins to Jeff & Susan Baker (posted 11/22/21)

Vehicle Theft Prevention: Do not leave a vehicle unattended without stopping the engine

During this summer weather, you might be tempted to leave your car running so it can cool down while you get ready for work. Leaving your vehicle running unattended can make your car an easy target for thieves.

The Clear Lake Shores Police Department wants...

CLS Allowable Noise Level Guidelines and Construction Regulations

The City of Clear Lake Shores wants to remind residents and business owners that noises emanating from construction, grading, repair, re-modeling or maintenance activities are not allowed on Sundays and city recognized holidays. Work done by property owne...

Reminder for pet owners to keep dogs on their leash; a message from CLSPD

The City of Clear Lake Shores and the Clear Lake Shores Police Department have received recent comments from concerned residents regarding unleashed dogs around the city.

We want to make sure that our neighbors and furry friends stay safe while enjoying ou...

Angel’s Store upgrades Valero gas pumps in response to card skimming reports

Clear Lake Shores, TX - Wednesday, July 7, 2021 - After numerous reports of credit card skimming at the Valero gas station located at 905 FM2094, Clear Lake Shores, TX, Angel’s Convenience Store changed and upgraded all six gas pumps to ensure t...

Did you receive the TEST alert from our Emergency Notification System CLSConnect?

On Wednesday, June 2, the City of Clear Lake Shores conducted an Emergency Notification System TEST to ensure that our system has our residents’ current contact information. 

If you are already registered but didn’t receive our...

Be Ready for Hurricane Season 2021!

Don’t forget that the 2021 hurricane season begins TODAY! NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center is predicting another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season. So now is the time to make sure you and your family are prepared.

Kemah Fire Chief...

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Prohibiting Government Entities From Mandating Masks

On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, Governor Greg Abbott  issued an Executive Order prohibiting governmental entities in Texas — including counties, cities, school districts, public health authorities, or government officials — from req...

COVID-19 UPDATE: Governor Abbott Lifts Mask Mandate, Opens Texas 100 Percent

Per Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-34, effective Wednesday, March 10, 2021, all businesses of any type may open to 100% capacity. Additionally, this order ends the statewide mask mandate in Texas. Businesses may still limit capacity or implement add...

The 2020 Christmas Boat Parade is coming back this weekend!

Presented by the cities of Clear Lake Shores, Kemah, League City, Nassau Bay and Seabrook, the 59th Annual Christmas Boat Parade will come back on Saturday, December 12th at 6:00 pm.  

More than 60 brightly decorated power and sailboats will parad...

2019-2024 Strategic Plan is now online!

The City of Clear Lake Shores recognizes the importance of establishing and documenting the direction of our city. It is necessary to define where we are and where do we want to go to provide a better quality of life for our future generations.

This five-y...

Volunteers Needed

The City is looking for residents to volunteer and serve on the following committee's:

1-Roads and Drainage Member

1- Planning and Zoning Member

1- Economic Development Corporation Director

1- Zoning Board of Adjustments Member

1- Zoning Board of Adjustments A...

146 Road Construction

Are you wanting to know what's happening with the road work on 146 click the link below