Resident Services

• In person at City Hall, 120 S Main St, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• By mail to City of McLean, 120 S Main St, McLean, TX 79057. Allow time for delivery.
• Drop box at City Hall for after-hours payments by check or money order. No cash, please.

Please include your account number on your check or money order.

Utility bills are mailed monthly and due by the date shown on the statement. Payments received after the due date are subject to a late fee. Accounts that remain unpaid may be scheduled for disconnection, and a reconnection fee will apply before service is restored.

If you are having trouble paying your bill, please contact City Hall before the due date to ask about options.

New customers must complete a service application at City Hall, present a photo ID, provide proof of ownership or a lease, and pay a deposit. To stop service, notify City Hall at least two business days in advance and provide a forwarding address.

An unusually high bill is often caused by a leak. Turn off all water in the home and look at your meter. If the dial is still moving, you may have a leak. Running toilets are the most common culprit — add a few drops of food coloring to the tank; if color appears in the bowl without flushing, the flapper needs to be replaced.

Trash is collected weekly. Containers must be out by 7:00 a.m. on collection day. When a holiday falls on a collection day, pickup may shift; watch for notices on the news page and at City Hall.

• Bag all household trash before placing it in the container.
• Keep lids closed to prevent windblown litter and animals.
• Place containers at least three feet from cars, poles, and mailboxes.
• Report damaged or missing containers to City Hall.

Bulk items such as furniture and appliances require a scheduled pickup. Ask City Hall about periodic community cleanup events. Refrigerators and freezers must have doors removed and refrigerant evacuated.

Permits are generally required for:

• New construction and additions
• Placement of manufactured or mobile homes
• Storage buildings and carports above a certain size
• Fences along streets and alleys
• Demolition of structures
• Water and sewer tap connections
• Signs for businesses

Contact City Hall before starting any project to confirm what is required.

Texas law requires you to call 811 at least two business days before digging. Utility locators will mark underground gas, electric, water, and communication lines free of charge. Hitting a buried line can cause serious injury, outages, and costly repairs.

• Get more than one written estimate.
• Ask for references and proof of insurance.
• Never pay the full amount up front.
• Be cautious of contractors who go door to door after hailstorms.

The Lovett Memorial Library serves McLean and the surrounding area with books, periodicals, public computers, internet access, and programs for all ages. The library also serves as a community meeting place and has hosted city public meetings, including the 2026 tax rate meeting.

• Library cards for residents of McLean and the surrounding area
• Children's story times and summer reading programs
• Public computers, Wi-Fi, printing, and copying
• Interlibrary loan and access to TexShare databases
• Local history and genealogy materials

McLean ISD serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district is governed by an elected Board of Trustees and is home to the McLean Tigers. School enrollment, transportation, and athletics questions should be directed to the district office.

• Obey reduced speed limits in school zones during posted times.
• Texas law prohibits using a handheld phone while driving in an active school zone.
• Stop in both directions for a school bus with flashing red lights unless separated by a physical barrier.
• Watch for children walking and biking before and after school.

Spring storm season in the Panhandle can bring large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. Know the difference: a Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable; a Tornado Warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated on radar — take shelter immediately.

Shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor, away from windows. Mobile homes are not safe during a tornado; identify a sturdy shelter in advance.

Dry grass, low humidity, and strong winds make wildfires a serious threat. Clear dry vegetation from around your home, keep your address visible, have an evacuation plan for your family and livestock, and leave immediately if told to evacuate.

Protect pipes, bring pets inside, check on neighbors, and avoid travel during blizzard conditions. Never use a generator, grill, or camp stove indoors. Check DriveTexas.org for road closures on I-40.

Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees. Drink plenty of water, limit outdoor work to morning and evening, never leave children or pets in vehicles, and know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

• NOAA Weather Radio
• National Weather Service Amarillo (weather.gov/ama)
• Wireless Emergency Alerts on your cell phone
• Amarillo television and radio stations

• Dogs and cats should be vaccinated against rabies as required by Texas law.
• Dogs must be kept on the owner's property or on a leash.
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals.
• Excessive barking and animals that create a nuisance may result in a citation.
• Livestock is restricted within the city limits.

Report loose dogs, nuisance animals, and animal cruelty to the police non-emergency line at (806) 395-5198. If an animal is attacking or has bitten someone, call 9-1-1. Bite victims should seek medical attention and the animal must be quarantined.

If you have lost or found a pet, call (806) 395-5198. Microchipping your pet and keeping a collar with ID tags is the best way to make sure your pet comes home.

We are glad you are here. Here is a checklist to help you get settled:

1. Set up water, sewer, and trash service at City Hall.
2. Arrange electric, gas, and internet service with the providers serving your address.
3. Register to vote with the Gray County Elections Office.
4. Update your driver's license address with Texas DPS within 30 days.
5. Register your vehicle with the Gray County Tax Assessor-Collector.
6. Apply for a homestead exemption with the Gray County Appraisal District.
7. Enroll your children at McLean ISD.
8. Get a library card at the Lovett Memorial Library.
9. Save the police non-emergency number: (806) 395-5198.

• Emergency: 9-1-1
• Police Non-Emergency: (806) 395-5198
• City Hall: info@mcleantx.org
• Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
• Call Before You Dig: 811
• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988