Upcoming Change to Residential Trash Collection Service Charges and Billing

In the past, the city has absorbed the charge for trash collection however, after careful evaluation of finances, we have determined the City will pass these costs on to our residents through direct billing from our Solid Waste provider AmeriWaste.

Beginni...

Notice of Public Hearing on FY 2023-2024 Proposed Budget

A Public Hearing will be Held on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 beginning at 6:00 P.M. 

for the FY 2023-2024 Proposed Budget

More information on the 2023-2024 FY Proposed Budget and the 2023 Proposed Tax Rate

Notice of Public Hearing on 2023 Proposed Tax Rate

A Public Hearing will be held on September 20, 2023 beginning at 6:00 PM for the proposed 2023 Tax Rate.  

More information on the Proposed 2023 Tax Rate and FY 2023-2024 Budget

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Intersection Closure

Intersection Closure

Date/Time: Tuesday, September 5^th to Friday September 15^th

Location: Intersection of SH-146 and NASA Rd 1 closed to east/west traffic

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FY 2023-24 Tax Rate & Budget Calendar

Tax Rate and FY 2023-24 Budget Process

It's time to begin the budget process for the upcoming fiscal year.  Council will hold meetings to discuss setting the 2023 tax rate and approve the FY 2023-24 Budget.  Please find the Budge...

SH 146 Expansion - Closures July 30, 2023

TxDOT Total Lane Closures from July 30, 2023-August 2, 2023

8 pm-5 am

What: Total closure of Northbound SH 146 

Location: SH 96 to FM 518

Date/Time: Nightly beginning Sunday, July 30th, from 8 PM to 5 AM the following day to Tuesday, August 2nd, from...

Hurricane Evacuation Route

Hurricane Evacuation Route - SH 146 Corridor

Provided by TxDOT - July 6, 2023

There is one northbound lane paved from Cien Road to FM 518 in Kemah and from Hardesty to 4^th Street in Seabrook. The contractor has been preparing these areas to pave the second ...

Kemah's July 4th Parade & Celebration

4th of July Parade

Kemah will have its annual July 4th Parade, including the popular Kids Parade. This year's theme will be BOLD STRIPES, BRIGHT STARS, & BRAVE HEARTS honoring our local veterans and first responders.

If you would like to participate, we...

Community Meeting: Parks Master Plan

Community Meeting: Parks Master Plan

The City of Kemah, in conjunction with LJA, will be hosting a meeting to discuss the Parks Master Plan and to detail what park improvements the City wants to complete over the next 5 to 10 years.. Please join us at Matt...

CCISD Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration Fair for 2023-2024 School Year

CCISD Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration Fair for 2023-2024 School Year

(English & Spanish)

Clear Creek ISD will hold a Pre-K and Kindergarten Registration Fair June 12-14 to help walk families through the registration process in preparation for the 20...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 06.05.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 06.01.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 05.31.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 05.30.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

Friendly Reminder: Crawfest Kemah Winner Announcement | Friday, May 25, 2023

The Crawfest King 2023 will be announced at Noon on Friday, May 26th as well as the winning guest of the All Things Kemah Treasure Chest drawing. Thank you to the participating venues of Crawfest Kemah 2023 and thank the participating guests!

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 05.24.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 05.15.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPCOMING TRAFFIC SWITCH AND INTERSECTION CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. A...

Launch of "Countdown" to Hurricane Season in Galveston County Tomorrow Morning

Galveston County’s 2023 Hurricane Season Countdown Tomorrow Morning

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Crawfest Kemah 2023 | Friday - Sunday, May 19-21, 2023

Indulge in the best crawfish at the Kemah Lighthouse District May 19-21, 2023. After you’ve tried the participating venues, submit your vote and help choose who will be crowned “Crawfest King 2023” and enter to win an “All-things Kemah” treasure chest!

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 04.25.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

The City of Kemah continues to monitor the SH-146 Highway Expansion Project developments and their impacts on city operations, visitors, and the citizens of Kemah. As we continue to track these...

Kemah's July 4th Parade & Celebration

4th of July Parade

Kemah will have its annual July 4th Parade, including the popular Kids Parade. This year's theme will be BOLD STRIPES, BRIGHT STARS, & BRAVE HEARTS honoring our local veterans and first responders.

If you would like to partic...

Sip, Stroll, and Shop Local in Kemah | Saturday, May 6, 2023

Sip, Stroll, and Shop Local in Kemah

Saturday, May 6, 2023 - 4 to 8:30PM

Vendors - Giveaways - Music - Fun!

This is in conjunction with Bazaar on Bradford Vendor Market which Dash Gordon is DJ'ing!

57 Acre Nature Facility Presentation During KCDC Meeting

Overview

57 Acre Nature Facility Presentation

On April 18, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. Peter Caldwell, of LJA, will be giving a presentation over the 57 Acre Nature Facility at our regularly scheduled KCDC Meeting. It will highlight developments involving existing c...

TPCA Best Practices Accreditation Certification Presentation Invitation

TPCA Best Practices Accreditation Certification Presentation

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SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 04.14.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

There will be a 40-minute total closure of the northbound freeway, south of Repsdorph for the erection of a traffic signal mast arm on the north side of the intersection. Please see the closure details below:&nb...

KCDC Board Member Opening

The purpose of the corporation is to encourage the retention of business enterprises within the City of Kemah and the promotion and development of new and expanded business enterprises in the City in order to promote and encourage economic growth of the C...

S.W.I.M. (Salt Water Independent Music) Week | April 11 - 16, 2023

S.W.I.M. (Salt Water Independent Music) Week

Tuesday - Sunday, April 11 - 16, 2023

Music fans from around the state of Texas, as well as visitors from out of state, will converge on the City of Kemah to enjoy live music at two of the city’s most a...

Cops & Crawfish | Saturday, April 22, 2023

Cops & Crawfish

SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 2023 11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Join us for the Cops & Crawfish at the Kemah Community Center 800 Harris St.

Music - Silent Auction - Bake Sale

Come enjoy and support our Kemah Police Officers!

We look forward to seeing ...

Astros Opening Week Kick-Off | 2023 Recap

Astros Opening Week Kick-Off | 2023 Recap

We unveiled the 2022 World Champion Houston Astros mural at Kemah’s beautiful new mural park this past Sunday, March 26th. 

Enjoy the brief video slideshow of the festivities:

Read on...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.28.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

Webber plans on switching traffic to the one-lane configuration beginning on Monday, April 3rd, at 5:00 AM. Please see the attached drawing showing the one-lane configuration below.

These closures are subject to chan...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.24.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

There will be a 40-minute total closure of the northbound freeway, south of Repsdorph for the erection of a traffic signal mast arm on the north side of the intersection. Please see the closure details below:&nb...

Astros Opening Week Kick-Off | 2023

Astros Opening Week Kick-Off

March 26, 2023

1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M.

Join us as we unveil the 2022 World Champion Houston Astros mural at Kemah’s beautiful new mural park, located right in the heart of Kemah at 604 Bradford Ave.

-The World Champions t...

Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) For Women Course?

Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) For Women Course

The Kemah Police Department is excited to announce that they will be conducting their 1st ever R.A.D. (rape, aggression, defense) course for women. This self-defense course designed specifically for women w...

CANCELED: Bark of the Irish Pet Pawrade | Costume Contest | Saturday, March 18, 2023

CANCELED

BARK OF THE IRISH PET PAWRADE & COSTUME CONTEST

SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2023 10:00 A.M.

Due to unfavorable weather conditions, the Bark of the Irish Pet Pawrade & Costume Contest has been canceled until further notice.

We apologize for any inconv...

Kemah Easter Eggstravaganza | 2023

SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2023 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny, Games, Bounce Houses

Free, family-friendly! All kids 10 and under welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Friendly Reminder: Bark of the Irish Pet Pawrade | Costume Contest | Saturday, March 18, 2023

BARK OF THE IRISH PET PAWRADE & COSTUME CONTEST

SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2023 10:00 A.M.

Line up begins at 9:30 A.M. at the City Parking Lot, 604 Bradford Ave.

Costume contest following the parade. Pet vendors will be on site.

"Pet friendly" signs wi...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.13.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to east and west traffic at the intersection of SH146 daily from 9:00 am on 3/17/23 to 3:00 pm.  This closure is to install the traffic signa...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.10.23

Updated Intersection Closure:

NASA RD 1 in Seabrook will be fully closed to east and west traffic at the intersection of SH 146 overnight from 9:00 PM on March 14, 2023, to 5:00 AM on March 14, 2023.  This closure is to install traffic signal pole...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.07.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to east and west traffic at the intersection of SH146 daily from 9:00 am on 3/13/23 to 3:00 pm Tuesday, 3/14/23.  This closure is to install ...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 03.03.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Total closure of 10^th St at SH146 NBFR continuously from 7:00 AM on 2/20/23 to 7:00 AM on 3/6/23. This closure is to install a storm sewer and fast-track the right s...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.27.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Total closure of 10^th St at SH146 NBFR continuously from 7:00 AM on 2/20/23 to 7:00 AM on 3/2/23. This closure is to install a storm sewer and fast-track the right s...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.24.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Total closure of 8^th St at SH146 NBFR continuously from 7:00 AM on 3/6/23 to 5:00 PM on 3/11/23. This closure is to install a storm sewer and fast-track the right si...

Reminder: National Flood Insurance Program Meeting

National Flood Insurance Program Meeting

The City of Kemah is hosting a meeting to discuss the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the proposed changes to the City’s Floodplain Ordinance. Please join us at the Kemah Community Center located at 800 ...

Bark of the Irish Pet Pawrade | Costume Contest | Saturday, March 18, 2023

BARK OF THE IRISH PET PAWRADE & COSTUME CONTEST

SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2023 10:00 A.M.

Line up begins at 9:30 A.M. at the City Parking Lot, 604 Bradford Ave.

Costume contest following the parade. Pet vendors will be on site.

"Pet friendly" signs wi...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.16.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Total closure of 10^th St at SH146 NBFR continuously from 7:00 AM on 2/21/23 to 7:00 AM on 2/25/23. This closure is to install storm sewer and fast-track the right si...

National Flood Insurance Program Meeting

National Flood Insurance Program Meeting

The City of Kemah is hosting a meeting to discuss the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and the proposed changes to the City’s Floodplain Ordinance. Please join us at the Kemah Community Center locat...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.14.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to west traffic at the intersection of SH146 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Thursday, 2/16/23.  This closure is t...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.10.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The outside (right) lane on SH146 SBFR from 500’ N. of Kemah Exit to 500’ S. of Kemah Exit from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on 2/13/23. This closure is to...

Krewes Into Kemah Mardi Gras Parade Recap

Krewes Into Kemah Mardi Gras Parade Recap

Below you will find a few photos highlighting the memorable moments we all shared:

Thanks for coming by and celebrating this free, fun, family-friendly event with us!

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.07.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to west traffic at the intersection of SH146 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am on Monday, 2/13/23.  This closure is to...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 02.06.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES:

1. Total closure of Cien Rd at SH146 continuously from 7:00 AM on 2/4/23 to 7:00 AM on 2/11/23. This closure is to fast-track the right side of Cien Rd intersection.&am...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.30.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The outside (right) lane on SH146 SBFR from the south end of the arterial bridge (Abutment 41) to FM 2094 nightly from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM on 1/30/23 to 2/3/23. This ...

Financing Your Business | San Jacinto College SBDC Workshop

Financing Your Business | San Jacinto College SBDC Workshop

Registration Link:  https://www.sbdc.uh.edu/assnfe/ev.asp?ID=13880

Severe Weather Monitoring 01.24.23

The City of Kemah Emergency Management continues to monitor the possible weather developments making their way towards our region. As we continue to track these developments, now is a good time to review your significant weather event preparedness plans.

I...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.18.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. TxDoT has reported delays installing the drainage at Bel Rd. Because of which, as of this messaging, it is anticipated that it will not be open until Saturday, January 21, 2023.

&n...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.17.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The inside (left) lane on SH146 NBFR and SBFR 500ft north and 500ft south of Repsdorph from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on 1/19/23 to 1/20/23. This closure is to strip the ov...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.13.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The inside (left) lane on SH146 NBFR from Repsdorph to NASA daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on 1/19/23 to 1/27/23. This closure is to pour drilled shafts for sign colu...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.11.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The outside (right) lane on SH146 SBFR from south end of arterial bridge (Abutment 41) to FM 2094 nightly from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM on 1/11/23 to 1/20/23. This closure...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.10.23 - Update

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The inside (left) lane on SH146 NBFR from Repsdorph to NASA daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on 1/13/23 to 1/20/23. This closure is to pour drilled shafts for sign colu...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.10.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to east and west traffic at the intersection of SH146 from 9:00 pm to 5:00 am on 1/19/23 to 1/20/23. This clos...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.09.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED LANE CLOSURES:

1. The inside (left) lane on SH146 NBFR from Repsdorph to NASA daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM on 1/13/23 to 1/20/23. This closure is to pour drilled shafts for sign colu...

SH146 Expansion - New Lane Closures 01.05.23

New lane closures for the SH146 project:

UPDATED FULL CLOSURES

1. Repsdorph and E. Meyer in Seabrook will be fully closed to east and west traffic at the intersection of SH146from 1:00am through 3:00pm Tuesday 1/10/23.  This closure is to pour the bri...