Corpus Christi Begins Delivery of Bond 2020 Program
The propositions passed on election day include projects for streets, parks, and public safety improvements.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – In less than one month since the November 3 Special Election, the City is moving forward with implementing the Bond 2020 Program approved by voters. Residents overwhelmingly supported the Bond 2020 totaling $75 million in 42 infrastructure projects. All three propositions passed with over 70% approval rating demonstrating high confidence in the City’s ability to deliver essential City services and infrastructure projects. The propositions passed on election day include projects for streets, parks, and public safety improvements.
On Monday, November 30, the city will release a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a mass selection of design service engineering consultants for the design of all 22 street projects within the Bond 2020 program. These 22 contracts are expected to be considered for approval by the City Council in February 2021 with design expected to begin in March 2021.
The design services RFQ for the Parks and Facilities projects within the Bond 2020 Program is anticipated to be released in December 2020. This RFQ also will include other projects within the City’s approved annual Capital Improvements Plan. Resulting contracts are anticipated to be considered for approval by the Council in March of 2021 with design expected to begin in April of 2021.
To learn more about what projects are included as part of the Bond 2020 Program visit www.cctexas.com/bond2020.
TAMUK Professor Named Fellow Twice in 2020
Vebleo recognizes veritable leadership in engineering organizations and is a leading global scientific organization working to encourage researchers and scientists.
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Dr. Jingbo Louise Liu, chemistry professor at Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Dr. Jingbo Louise Liu, chemistry professor at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, recently was selected as a Fellow of her second and third professional societies.
In October, both Vebleo and the International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM) elected her a Fellow of their respective organizations. Vebleo recognizes veritable leadership in engineering organizations and is a leading global scientific organization working to encourage researchers and scientists. IAAM is the world’s largest material science association whose core mission is the advancement of materials to global excellence.
In 2018, Liu was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society, the oldest English Language society in the world whose charter recognizes the general advancement of chemical science.
“These three organizations have one thing in common,” Liu said. “They offer a think tank and data repository for global research and education forum to induce development in the fields of chemical science, advanced materials, chemical engineering and technology to find solutions to the pressing issues of the world. Working forward with this aim, the organizations solicit goals. It is a singular honor to be invited and elected to Fellow status.
“Further, it is a humbling experience and a recognition that high caliber research and leadership in chemical and material science can be accomplished by faculty at Texas A&M-Kingsville. I take great pleasure in my students and collaborators who have assisted me in being able to make contributions to the advancement of materials science and engineering.”
For Liu, serving as a Fellow comes with great responsibility to continue to seek knowledge and empower students.
“It is often thought that faculty in non-Ph.D. granting programs do not have the rigor to compete or conduct leading-edge research,” she said. “These awards are an affirmation that the impossible is achievable within our department, college and university. It also is an example to young women that they too can compete and conduct serious science and once they reach a threshold continuum, they also will be recipients of quantum of success. They too can push this society towards a sustainable future in the energy-food-water nexus and beyond.”
Corpus Christi Seeking Vendors for Its Beaches & Parks
Are you looking for a spot to set up your food truck? The City has great locations on its beaches and parks to operate your business. Apply now for a vendor permit before time runs out.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The City has great locations on its beaches and parks to operate your business. Apply now for a vendor permit before time runs out.
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will begin accepting applications for vendors at its City beaches and parks beginning Wednesday, November 25, 2020, until 5 pm on Friday, December 11, 2020. Seven-month Vending Permits from March 2021 to September 2021 will be issued to vendors who qualify. There are two Cole Park and nine Gulf Beach vendor locations. In addition, vendors can also request other park locations throughout the city.
Applications will be reviewed, and if necessary, a drawing will be held to determine vendor locations if multiple vendors select the same location. Vendors will be notified after the selection has been made to issue the permits for the locations prior to the beginning of the permit period. The selected vendors are required to undergo and pass background checks prior to issuing permits. The application form and requirements are available on the City of Corpus Christi website.
Download the City Beach & Park Vendor Permit application form.
Download the City Vendor Insurance Requirements document.
Completed applications and required documentation for vending permits must be submitted by email by the deadline to the following:
Parks & Recreation - Special Events Office. Contact Sandra Flores at (361) 826-3411; email SandraF@cctexas.com.
Parks and Recreation - Gulf Beach Operations Office. Contact Martha Lawhon at (361) 826-3469; email MarthaL@cctexas.com.
For vendor permit information, call (361) 826-3411.
For more information about the wide variety of programs and services offered by the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com or call (361) 826-PLAY.
Holiday Grease Roundup
Don’t wash grease down the drain. Instead, participate in the 2020 Holiday Grease Roundup which kicks off Saturday, November 21 through Monday, January 4, 2021.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The City of Corpus Christi’s Water Utilities Department urges residents to collect and recycle or safely dispose of all used fats, oils and grease (FOG). When FOG is washed down the drain, it sticks inside pipes causing hardening and building up that clogs and damages the sanitary sewer system. This can cause sewage overflows and backups in homes, streets and local waterways.
Don’t wash grease down the drain. Instead, participate in the 2020 Holiday Grease Roundup which kicks off Saturday, November 21 through Monday, January 4, 2021.
The Water Utilities Department is teaming up with Solid Waste Services offering residents free disposal of used cooking oil by taking it to the J.C. Elliott Collection Center located at Hwy 286 and Ayers Street.
The Wastewater Division is also offering free grease containers for residents (limited quantities are available and only one per household). Grease containers for curbside pickup will be available Monday through Friday at the Water Utilities Building, 2726 Holly Road. Citizens can call 361-826-1800 to request a grease container.
For additional information and Frequently Asked Questions, visit us at: www.cctexas.com/fog
Thanksgiving Garbage Schedule - Kingsville
Kingsville City Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26th & Friday, November 27th, 2020 in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Kingsville City Hall and other Administrative Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26th & Friday, November 27th, 2020 in observance of Thanksgiving.
The City Sanitation garbage pick-up schedule will temporarily change for the week of November 22nd through November 28th, 2020.
Residential Sanitation Schedule
Monday/ Thursday service will be done on MONDAY ONLY
Tuesday/ Friday service will be done on TUESDAY ONLY
Commercial Sanitation Schedule
Wednesday /Thursday service will be done on Wednesday
Friday/Saturday service will be done on Saturday
The schedule will resume to its normal schedule on November 30th, 2020.
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule - Corpus Christi
Most City of Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, Public Libraries, Animal Care Services and Municipal Court will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27.
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Most of the City of Corpus Christi offices including City Hall, Public Libraries, Animal Care Services and Municipal Court will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27. Here’s a complete list of City office closings and schedules:
Solid Waste Services:
Garbage & Recycling Collection: Thursday, November 26 routes will be collected Saturday, November 28.
Brush & Bulky: WILL NOT BE COLLECTED Thursday, November 26 & Friday, November 27.
Landfill: The J.C. Elliott Citizens Collection Center WILL BE CLOSED Thursday, November 26 but will REOPEN Friday, November 27 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Animal Care Services:
CLOSED Thursday, November 26 & Friday, November 27
OPEN Saturday, November 28 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Adoptions will take place between 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Libraries:
All public libraries will close at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25 and remain closed on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27. Regular Hours will resume Saturday, November 28.
The following schedule will be observed at City Parks and Recreation facilities and programs during the Thanksgiving holiday:
Golf Courses: (Holiday Schedule)
Lozano Golf Center:
OPEN Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
OPEN Friday, November 27, 6:00 a.m. to dusk.
Oso Golf Course:
OPEN on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
OPEN on Friday, November 27, 6:00 a.m. to dusk.
Tennis Centers: (Holiday Schedule)
HEB Tennis Center:
OPEN Wednesday, November 25, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
CLOSED Thanksgiving Day
OPEN Friday, November 27, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
OPEN Saturday, November 28, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
OPEN Sunday, November 29, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Al Kruse Tennis Center:
OPEN Wednesday, November 25, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
CLOSED Thanksgiving Day
OPEN Friday, November 27, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
OPEN Saturday, November 28, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
OPEN Sunday, November 29, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Public Pools: (Holiday Schedule)
Collier Pool:
OPEN Wednesday, November 25, normal operating hours.
CLOSED Thanksgiving Day
OPEN Friday, November 27, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
OPEN normal hours after Friday, November 27
Natatorium:
OPEN Wednesday, November 25, normal operating hours.
CLOSED Thanksgiving Day
OPEN Friday, November 27, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
OPEN normal hours after Friday, November 27
Oso Bay Wetlands Preserve & Learning Center:
Walking trails and playground OPEN daily, dawn to dusk.
Learning Center: CLOSED
Gymnasiums:
Corpus Christi Gym- CLOSED Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27
Ben Garza Gym- CLOSED Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27
After Hour Kid Power (formerly Latchkey): CLOSED Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27
Recreation Centers: CLOSED
Senior Centers: CLOSED for Curbside Meal Service on Thursday & Friday, November 26 & 27
Family Fun Kit Curbside Distribution
Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department staff will be handing out free family fun kits curbside for pick-up on Saturday, November 21.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – As local children begin their fall school break many will be looking for fun at-home family activities. Parks and Recreation Department staff will be handing out free family fun kits curbside for pick-up on Saturday, November 21, at Lindale Senior Center, 3135 Swantner Drive, from 12 pm to 2 pm.
This week’s at-home activities which vary by age group, will include art & crafts kits, coloring pages, books, along with healthy snacks and juices. A limited quantity of 300 kits will be given out; one kit per person; and you must be present to receive items. The kits are for elementary age children. Kits for teens will be available upon request.
For more information, call (361) 826-3460 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (click “Recreation Centers”).
Javelina Opportunity Award
Texas A&M University-Kingsville has launched the Javelina Opportunity Award, which will cover tuition and fees for a year for new, eligible first-year and transfer students.
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Texas A&M University-Kingsville has launched the Javelina Opportunity Award, which will cover tuition and fees for a year for new, eligible first-year and transfer students.
“For nearly 100 years this institution has changed the lives of our students and their families through educational opportunity,” said Dr. Mark A. Hussey, president of Texas A&M-Kingsville. “We are thrilled to be able to offer this award to students as they begin their journey to complete a college degree. Texas A&M-Kingsville is committed to removing barriers to education. The Javelina Opportunity Award extends our legacy of educational excellence at an outstanding value.”
Beginning in Spring 2021, new students will be eligible for the award program if they meet the following criteria:
Are a Texas resident
Are enrolling for the first time at Texas A&M-Kingsville as an undergraduate first-time-in-college or transfer student
Have an annual household income less than $65,000
Have a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file
Register for at least 15 semester credit hours
Recipients of the Javelina Opportunity Award may be eligible to receive the award for two long semesters (spring/fall) if they maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.
The award program leverages financial support including federal and state aid along with University scholarships and the Texas A&M University Regents Scholarships. New students who submit a FAFSA will be automatically considered for the program.
Texas A&M-Kingsville Will Waive Application Fee for Veterans
Officials with the Office of Veterans Affairs at Texas A&M University-Kingsville have announced that they will begin waiving the Application Fee for all veterans beginning in the spring semester.
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Officials with the Office of Veterans Affairs at Texas A&M University-Kingsville have announced that they will begin waiving the Application Fee for all veterans beginning in the spring semester.
“This will allow our student veterans a worry-free and quicker application process,” said Eloy Gamez, director of the Office of Veterans Affairs. “The transition from military to civilian is one filled with many obstacles. Veterans who are discharging look forward to starting their journey in education and the utilization of their benefits help them reach their goals.
“By us waiving these fees, we are removing one of the first hurdles a veteran can face when starting their education career. It also is a great way to show support to our veterans and service members,” Gamez said.
The process is a partnership with the Office of Admissions, Gamez said. “There is a digital Applicant ID form which now includes a Military/Veteran Applicant type. Our students will select that option along with their Applicant level and attach a qualifying service form (DD214, Orders, Transcript) for our review and verification.”
Currently, the application fee is $25 for undergraduates and $35 for graduate students.
Roberson as new Regents Professor
Joining the ranks of Regents Professors at Texas A&M University-Kingsville is Dr. Susan Roberson, English Professor in the Language and Literature Department.
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Dr. Susan Roberson, English Professor in the Language and Literature Department.
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION — The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has designated 15 faculty members and seven agency service, extension or research professionals within the A&M System as Regents Professors and Regents Fellows for 2019-2020.
Joining the ranks of Regents Professors at Texas A&M University-Kingsville is Dr. Susan Roberson, English Professor in the Language and Literature Department.
“My first reaction is that I am just giddy!” Roberson said. “It is such an honor to be recognized like this by my peers and by the Texas A&M University System. It has been one of the great periods of my life to have worked for and served Texas A&M University-Kingsville. Javelina Nation is a place where people can be nourished and grow to their potential.
“I follow in the footsteps of two other Regents Professors from the Department of Language and Literature, Dr. Jacki Thomas and Dr. David Sabrio,” she said. “I think that having another Regents Professor in the ranks of my home department and the College of Arts and Sciences will shine a light on the Humanities and Literature and the contributions that we make to learning and to the lives of our students.”
The Board established the Regents Professor Awards program in 1996 and the Regents Fellow Service Awards program in 1998 to recognize employees who have made extraordinary contributions to their university, or agency, as well as to the people of Texas.
“These individuals exemplify the commitment to excellence in research and service that sets A&M System employees apart,” Elaine Mendoza, Chairman of The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents. “I hope their example will inspire others in their own endeavors.”
Roberson earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Baylor University. She received her master’s and doctoral degrees in English from Texas A&M University.
She came to Texas A&M-Kingsville in 2003 as chair of the Language and Literature Department. During that time, she also served as interim chair of the Department of Communications and Theatre Arts.
In 2010, she was promoted to assistant dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. During her time there, she served as interim chair of the Department of Psychology and Sociology, interim director of the Undergraduate Writing Center and interim director of the Women and Gender Studies Program.
She served as the director of the Women and Gender Studies Program for two years. She is now an English Professor.
Roberson has edited six books and written numerous articles and chapters and conference papers. She has chaired many conference sessions including some for Women and Gender Studies Program. She also has organized conferences and symposia.
She received the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award in 2017 and was the university’s nominee for the Minnie Piper Award in 2015. In 2006, she received the Javelina Alumni Association’s Distinguished Researcher Award.
Other recipients of this year’s Regents Professor Award include:
• Dr. Julia Ballenger, Texas A&M University-Commerce
• Dr. Frances Bernat, Texas A&M International University
• Dr. Jane Bolin, Texas A&M University Health Science Center
• Dr. Fred Bonner II, Prairie View A&M University
• Dr. Yassin Hassan, Texas A&M University
• Dr. Alex Hunt, West Texas A&M University
• Dr. Patrick Louchouarn, Texas A&M University at Galveston
• Dr. Bhimanagouda Patil, Texas A&M University AgrilLife Research
• Dr. Luz Mary Rincon, Texas A&M University-Texarkana
• Dr. Susan Roberson, Texas A&M University-Kingsville
• Dr. Christine Stanley, Texas A&M University
• Dr. Gregory Stuntz, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
• Dr. David Threadgill, Texas A&M University Health Science Center
• Dr. Edward Westermann, Texas A&M University-San Antonio
• Dr. Peter Yu, Texas A&M University
This year’s recipients of the Regents Fellow Service Awards are:
• Dr. Diane Boellstorff, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
• Mr. D. Lance Bullard, Jr., Texas A&M Transportation Institute
• Dr. Susan Chrysler, Texas A&M Transportation Institute
• Mr. John Crawford, Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station
• Mr. Alphonse Davis, Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
• Mr. Wes Moorehead, Texas A&M Forest Service
• Dr. Ruben Saldaña, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension
The selection process for the awards begins with a call for nominations from the chancellor. Final nominations are put forth to the chief executive officer of each respective entity. They are then subject to a System-level review consisting of academic vice chancellors and past recipients of the awards. Finally, nominations are forwarded to the chancellor and the board for final approval.
To date, 268 A&M system faculty members have been recognized with the Regents Professor Award and 157 agency professionals have received the Regents Fellow Service Award.
Thanksgiving Break ‘Vacation Station’ Camp
While busy with your holiday tasks, get your children set for fun activities during their Thanksgiving school break at the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation’s Vacation Station camp.
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corpus Christi – Vacation Station will be offered Monday through Wednesday, November 23, 24 & 25, 2020, from 7:30am to 6pm at Oso Recreation Center, 1111 Bernice Drive, and at Lindale Senior Center, 3135 Swantner Drive. Camp fee is only $30 per child per day.
Online sign up closes Friday, November 13, 2020 at 5pm. Sign up on the interest list for the site of your choice at https://cclatchkey.egdata.com/parent_login.cfm.
Additionally, a new safety protocol will be offered as we Play it Safe due to COVID-19. All children will have their temperatures taken at the door prior to entering. Parents will be required to pick up their children outside of the facility. Additional restrictions and safety guidelines which will be implemented and are listed at www.ccparkandrec.com (click “After Hour Kid Power”).
NEW ONLINE SIGN UP PROCESS:
Please note that by adding your information to the interest list you are NOT guaranteed a position for the camp until you receive a phone call from the “After Hour Kid Power” program with further instructions.
Use the drop-down menu on our registration page to select the site your child will attend.
Submit your contact information, the number of spaces you wish to reserve, and if you will or have been approved for TWC assistance.
No payment is required at this time.
The system will generate a time stamp that will allow us to determine who to call first.
Once you receive our phone call, you will have 24 hours to complete registration and make payment to secure your child’s spot.
For more information, call (361) 826-3499 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (click “After Hour Kid Power”).
Nueces County Public Health District Changes Operational Schedule
The Nueces County Public Health District will change its normal operating schedule to Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Beginning Monday, November 23, 2020, the Corpus Christi - Nueces County Public Health District will change its normal operating schedule to Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The schedule adjustment will allow citizens who usually work Monday through Friday to have access to drive thru services and mass vaccination clinics on Saturdays when the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to the public.
The Health District continues to provide services by appointment only and does not offer walk-in services. Vital Record services are available as a walk-in Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on the first floor of City Hall, 1201 Leopard Street.
For more information regarding access to services, contact the Health District at 361-826-7200.
City Responds to Employee Outburst during City Council Meeting
Shortly after the incident, the employee admitted fault and personally apologized for their actions to the City Manager.
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Corpus Christi – During Tuesday’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, there was an incident involving a City employee who used an expletive aimed at the City Manager while the employee was participating online in the council meeting.
Shortly after the incident, the employee admitted fault and personally apologized for their actions to the City Manager. The City has accepted the employee’s resignation and wishes them the best in their future endeavors.
“The City of Corpus Christi expects professionalism in its employees at all times whether interacting in person or on online. The City will continue to keep and hold staff accountable for any action that is detrimental to the organization,” said City Manager Peter Zanoni.
Corpus Christi Historic Preservation Plan
This project aims to identify historic places, spaces, and other types of cultural heritage important to the community and worthy of protecting for future generations.
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Corpus Christi — The community is invited to learn more about the City’s upcoming update to its Historic Preservation Plan at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2020. A public workshop with consultants from McDoux Preservation, including a presentation and question-and-answer session, will be streamed live on YouTube, Facebook, and the City’s cable access channel. A video recording of the workshop will be made available for later viewing.
The City adopted its first preservation plan in 1976 and last updated it in 1992. This project aims to identify historic places, spaces, and other types of cultural heritage important to the community and worthy of protecting for future generations. It will also recommend ways historic preservation can be used as a resource for property owners, to support economic development, tourism, improved property values, and downtown revitalization.
Your input is requested and welcome! The City is collecting suggestions and feedback via email (DSOutreach@cctexas.com) and through the project website at www.cctexas.com/hpp. You can also sign up for project updates via email at www.cctexas.com/hpp.
For more information, visit https://www.cctexas.com/DS or contact Priscilla Ramirez, Development Services, PriscillaR@cctexas.com or (361) 826-3040.
About this project: The City of Corpus Christi Historic Preservation Plan is funded in part through a Certified Local Government Grant from the National Park Service, U. S. Department of the Interior, as administered by the Texas Historical Commission. For more information, visit https://www.thc.texas.gov/preserve/projects-and-programs/certified-local-government.
About McDoux Preservation LLC: McDoux Preservation is an award-winning Houston-based historic preservation consulting firm. McDoux’s data-driven, community-driven approach seeks to develop equitable and inclusive solutions that serve diverse community groups in support of their goals. For more information, visit https://mcdoux.com.
Applications for Operation Heat Help will Begin on December 1
This annual program was developed to assist the community by covering the gas portion of a customer’s utility bill from November 2020 to February 2021, up to $100 per household, for those that qualify.
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Corpus Christi – The City of Corpus Christi Gas Department and Utility Business Office, with assistance from the Nueces County Department of Social Services will provide Operation Heat Help assistance to those in need. This annual program was developed to assist the community by covering the gas portion of a customer’s utility bill from November 2020 to February 2021, up to $100 per household, for those that qualify.
Applications will be accepted December 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. To apply, visit the Nueces County Department of Social Services website: www.nuecesco.com. If you need application assistance, please call (361) 888-0837.
All applicants must present a utility bill, valid form of identification, proof of all household income including child support, TANF and SSI for the past 30 days and copies of checks and award letters relating to other family resources.
Funds are limited, and awards are given to those who qualify on a first come, first serve basis. For more information visit www.cctexas.com/gas or contact, Energy and Marketing Representative Amanda Moody at 361-885-6923 or by email at amandam4@cctexas.com.
CCIA Recovery Outpacing the National Average
Nationwide, less than one third of traffic has returned. Seventy-five percent of CCIA’s seats and flights have returned in the current November schedule.
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Corpus Christi - The Corpus Christi International Airport (CCIA) is recovering faster than the national average in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Since April, CCIA has seen a steady increase in traffic each month. In September, more than half of CCIA’s pre-COVID traffic had returned to flying. Nationwide, less than one third of traffic has returned. Seventy-five percent of CCIA’s seats and flights have returned in the current November schedule.
During an update to the City Council on Tuesday, November 10, Assistant Director Kevin Smith laid out some of the action taken by the airport staff to weather the downturn and to stimulate continued traffic growth in the future. Among the highlights:
CCIA has partnered with Visit Corpus Christi and is engaging airline planners in discussions about the vitality and resilience of this region
CCIA launched a digital marketing campaign reaching local customers on-line as they actively make travel plans. The goal is to grow customer preference for CCIA
CCIA has installed new technology to enhance cleaning and disinfecting
CCIA is planning a multi-year terminal rehabilitation to replace critical, aging equipment and to modernize the flow of people, luggage, and security processes
The airport is moving forward with federally funded construction projects to improve the commercial and general aviation aprons (aircraft movement and parking areas)
CCIA will purchase a new aircraft rescue firefighting truck later this year that will be paid for with federal funds
“As more and more people become comfortable with flying again, our numbers at CCIA continue moving in the right direction,” said Kevin Smith, Assistant Director of Aviation at CCIA. “The airlines are still going through hard times, but we are actively working with them to create new opportunities for this community in the future,” said Smith.
First case of West Nile in Nueces County
The individual resides in zip code 78417 where there has not been a positive case of West Nile Virus identified in mosquitoes. This is the first human case of West Nile Virus identified in Nueces County for 2020.
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CORPUS CHRISTI - The Corpus Christi-Nueces County Public Health District has received laboratory confirmation of a West Nile Virus infection in a Nueces County resident. The individual resides in zip code 78417 where there has not been a positive case of West Nile Virus identified in mosquitoes. This is the first human case of West Nile Virus identified in Nueces County for 2020.
The patient is a male in his 50s and is currently hospitalized locally. Further information is not being released for privacy and confidentiality reasons.
West Nile Virus is a disease spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Texas has reported 48 cases of West Nile and eight deaths for 2020.
Symptoms of West Nile Virus includes:
Fever
Headache
Tiredness
Body aches
Occasionally a skin rash, sometimes on the trunk of the body
Swollen lymph glands
Illness can be as short as a few days or last several weeks
Residents are advised to protect themselves from mosquito bites by avoiding outdoor activities, especially during dusk and dawn. While outdoors wear FDA approved insect repellant containing DEET and reduce mosquito breeding grounds by disposing items in the yard that can contain standing water such as tires, toys, or water buckets. Lastly, if residents develop any these symptoms following a mosquito bite, seek medical assistance immediately.
As a result of this confirmed case, Vector Services will implement the Mosquito Management Response Plan. The response entails the following:
The spraying of a 1/2-mile radius around the area of the detection for three consecutive nights beginning Wednesday evening, weather permitting.
Police Directed Patrol Officers and Neighborhood Services personnel will be attempting to locate any standing water in the affected neighborhood including examining abandoned properties.
Vector Services will conduct continuing surveillance of mosquito traps in the immediate area for signs of the Culex species of mosquito responsible for West Nile Virus.
Corpus Christi - City Council Approves 2 years of the $80 Million Street Maintenance Plan
The funds will go towards the Public Work Department’s preventative maintenance and reconstruction program.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Infrastructure Management Plan (IMP) is a five-year rolling program focusing on the maintenance of the City’s streets. Corpus Christi City Council approved the first two years of the five-year plan. The additional three years of the plan will be considered by City Council in December. Programs in the IMP include Street Preventative Maintenance, Residential Street Rebuild, In-House Pavement Rehabilitation, and Concrete Restoration. From this point forward, during the annual budget process, the IMP will be presented to City Council for approval. The IMP can only be changed with City Council approval.
To review the current 2021 and 2022 IMP please visit: www.cctexas.com/imp. This website is a user-friendly interactive platform with maps provides residents continuous updates and easy access to search for specific streets that are in the IMP program.
The goal of the IMP is to provide the best possible planning and maintenance schedules for the City of Corpus Christi’s streets infrastructure. With today’s action, Public Works and Contractors will repair streets from the approved list of neighborhoods, arterial, and collector streets. This plan was developed from assessment and review of the City’s street conditions and input from Public Works public sessions in February 2020. The IMP will provide the community certainty when specific streets will be rehabilitated.
In September, Council approved nearly $80 million for street maintenance and reconstruction for FY 2021. These funds will go towards the Public Work Department’s preventative maintenance and reconstruction program. Public Works continues to improve processes to rebuild Corpus Christi roads faster. This work FY 2021 will begin in January and last approximately one year.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2020.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2020.
Health and safety remain a top priority for everyone and this year’s free event will not include a large in-person gathering, instead organizers encourage small teams to participate by walking in your neighborhood, walking trails or even your home treadmill.
Participants will experience an interactive online opening ceremony beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Promise Garden at Cole Park. The walk kicks off at 1:30 p.m. When sharing your walk on social media, please use the hashtag #ENDALZ.
Teams or individuals wishing to take part in raising awareness for Alzheimer’s can register at act.alz.org\corpus. There is no registration fee but everyone is invited to make a donation.
For tips on how to maximize your fundraising efforts please visit act.alz.org/walk_fundraising.
For more information contact Walk to End Alzheimer’s co-chairs Janice Cagle at (361) 215-4777 or Pat Eldridge at (361) 215-0150.
Annual Economic Forum Will be Virtual Event
This year’s keynote speaker is Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. He will talk about Navigating the Road to Recovery: An Overview of the Fiscal Health of the State and Challenges for Texas in the Upcoming 87th Legislative Session.
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Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar
Kingsville - The College of Business Administration (CBA) at Texas A&M University-Kingsville will host its annual Economic Forum, but this year’s will be virtual. The 10th annual Economic Forum will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
This year’s keynote speaker is Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar. He will talk about Navigating the Road to Recovery: An Overview of the Fiscal Health of the State and Challenges for Texas in the Upcoming 87th Legislative Session.
This year’s forum will feature a study of three South Texas counties that have similar COVID-19 case levels. Dr. Thomas Krueger, J.R. Manning Endowed Professor of Innovation in Business Education and chair of the department of accounting and finance from the College of Business Administration, will present his research entitled Economic Conditions in Kleberg County, Fayette County and Medina County: Three South Texas Counties with Similar COVID-19 Case Levels.
To register for the economic forum, go to http://www.tamuk.edu/business/researchoutreach/economic-forum.html and click on the Register Now button. Follow the directions as if ordering tickets. Follow through until the end. Then on the day before the forum, Monday, Nov. 2, all those registered will get an email with their own individualized link to the Zoom meeting.
About Glenn Hegar
Glenn Hegar was elected the 36th Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts in November 2014.
As Texas’ Chief Financial Officer (CFO), he is the state’s treasurer, check writer, tax collector, procurement officer and revenue estimator.
Soon after taking office, he reorganized the agency for quicker and more effective decision-making and reduced its administrative footprint by working with the Legislature to eliminate inefficient programs and transfer others that didn’t fit core missions.
As CFO of the world’s ninth-largest economy, Hegar monitors Texas’ financial health to ensure it maintains strong fund balances.
Hegar is a graduate of Texas A&M University and St. Mary’s University where he earned a master of arts and his law degree. He earned a master of laws from University of Arkansas.
About Dr. Thomas Krueger
Dr. Thomas Krueger is the J.R. Manning Endowed Professor of Innovation in Business Education at Texas A&M-Kingsville. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, a master’s degree in business administration from Minnesota State University and a doctorate in business administration in finance from the University of Kentucky.
Before joining Texas A&M-Kingsville, he taught finance at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. While at UW-La Crosse, he was chair of the Finance Department and internship coordinator of the East Central European Scholarship Program.
Since joining Texas A&M-Kingsville in 2011, Krueger has taught a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. Some of the classes taught over the past year are business finance, personal financial planning, capital budgeting, financial ranch management and global finance.
Krueger has authored over 90 refereed journal articles and been cited 1,254 times in other articles. His H-statistics of 13, means that at least 13 authored articles have been cited 13 or more times. Perhaps his most widely-read article, titled “Super Bowl Stock Market Predictor,” was published in the top-tier Journal of Finance.
Other research has resulted in winning six Best in Track Awards and one Distinguished Research Award at national finance meetings. He was chosen for the 2015 Teaching Excellence Award, an acknowledgement as the best instructor in the finance discipline, by the Academy of Finance, an international association of Finance Professionals. From 2014 through 2019, Krueger was the recipient of the College of Business Administration’s Distinguished Research of the Year awards.
He was the 2017 President of the Academy of Finance, 2017-present chair of the accounting and finance department at Texas A&M-Kingsville, and member of the Graduate Education Advisory Committee of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board from 2016-2019, where he has played a role providing inflation–adjusted information regarding student loan debt and graduate education costs in Texas.