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”).
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.
Spring Youth Basketball League
This eight-game season league will run from January 11–March 6, 2021, at the Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Registration is now open at the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department’s Winter 2021 Youth Basketball League. The league is for girls and boys ages 6-13 (as of December 31, 2020). This eight-game season league will run from January 11–March 6, 2021, at the Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
REGISTER ONLINE now through November 29, 2020, for $80 per person at register.ccparkandrec.com. LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION will be offered November 30–December 6, 2020, for a $105 late fee per person. SCHOLARSHIPS (up to 25) are available for qualifying participants with required documentation. For more information about scholarship applications and the process, call the Athletics Office at (361) 826-3482.
Our computer-generated system will place players on teams, so there will not be an evaluation. Coaches are allowed only one guaranteed player on their team, their child.
Players will have the opportunity to sharpen their technical skills and challenge themselves against their opponents through weekly practice and games. The team structure will also help them develop physical, social and mental skills.
For more information, contact the Athletics Office at (361) 826-3588 or (361) 826-3478, or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (SPORTS).
Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For assistance or to request a reasonable accommodation, please call (361) 826-3478 at least 48 hours in advance.
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.
Adult Softball League
The season runs from November 16 through the week of December 14, 2020.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Let’s play ball! Register today for the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department’s Fall 2020 Adult Softball League. The season runs from November 16 through the week of December 14, 2020. All games for this eight-game season will be double hitters played at the Greenwood Softball Complex, located at 4501 Greenwood Drive.
The league offers four divisions with the following schedule:
Co-Ed Division League games for men and women will be held on Mondays.
Church Division League games for local church teams will be held on Mondays.
Men’s Division League games will be held on Thursdays.
Industrial Division League games for men will be held on Thursdays.
REGISTER ONLINE at https://register.ccparkandrec.com/ now through November 1, 2020, for $450/team. LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION will be offered November 2–8, 2020, with the late fee of $500/team. Team up now and get ready to suit up! For more information, call (361) 826-3588 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (SPORTS).
New safety protocols: As we return to play, our goal is to continue to provide the best sporting and recreational opportunities for the residents of our community. In order to do so, we encourage parents, athletes, coaches, and all our guests to join us in returning to play responsibly by learning our new ground rules. New rules include staggered games start times; no sharing of equipment, unless properly sanitized; expanded dugouts to allow for social distancing; participants not required to wear face covering while in field of play but may be worn as desired. For a complete list of COVID-19 safety protocols, visit Play It Safe COVID-19 Updates.
Easy Ways to Report Abandoned Trailers, Boats, and Cars
Police say abandoned vehicles are a problem in Flour Bluff, specifically the area of Waldron Road and Yorktown Boulevard.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The City of Corpus Christi wants residents to know there is an easy way to report abandoned trailers, boats, and cars to get them removed.
This reminder comes after a photo of an abandoned RV left on the side of the road in Flour Bluff made headlines earlier this week after it went viral on Facebook. Solid Waste crews responded, crushed the trailer and took it to the landfill for disposal at no cost to citizens.
Police say abandoned vehicles are a problem in Flour Bluff, specifically the area of Waldron Road and Yorktown Boulevard. The quickest way to have these often-dangerous obstacles removed is by reporting the incident to the City Customer Call Center at 361-826-CITY (2489).
Investigators also urge anyone with information on dumped vehicles to please call the Police Department at the non-emergency number, 361-886-2600.
Final Approval on Loan Program for Seawater Desalination Project
The City has been approved for up to $222.5 million through the TWDB State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) loan program that can be used for funding design and construction of a Seawater Desalination Facility.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Corpus Christi City Council gave their final approval for issuing Utility System Revenue Improvement Bonds as security for the first portion of a loan from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for the City’s Seawater Desalination Project. A first reading of the ordinance was approved last week.
The City has been approved for up to $222.5 million through the TWDB State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) loan program that can be used for funding design and construction of a Seawater Desalination Facility to provide a future potable water supply for all customers. The City will use a portion, $11.4 million, to cover costs for environmental data analysis, permits, and other planning tasks. These next steps will provide the final information necessary for the City Council to determine how to proceed forward with the project.
City Council’s decision on using the first portion of the $11.4 million loan will NOT lead to higher water utility rates, and the City will receive a 20% reduction in interest as compared to traditional financing methods for the bonds issued in 2020. The final interest rate guaranteed to the City is 1.996%, saving the ratepayers 64 basis points in interest that equates to $1.5 million over the life of the bonds.
Winter Soccer League for Youth
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is offering a Winter 2021 Youth Soccer League for girls and boys ages 7-17.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is offering a Winter 2021 Youth Soccer League for girls and boys ages 7-17 (as of January 2, 2021). The seven-week season will run from January 3-February 14, 2021, at Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
Youth new to the game will learn the fundamentals of indoor soccer, such as passing, ball control, positioning, plays, strategies and other important skills of the game. Better understanding of the sport will be gained through weekly practice, and league play. Competition against opponents will provide new and experienced players opportunities to improve their skills.
5 Division Play: U8, U10, U12, U14 and High School. (Team Registration Only)
ONLINE REGISTRATION will be offered October 19–December 13, 2020, for $350 per team at https://register.ccparkandrec.com. Late registration will be available December 14–20, 2020, for $375 per team. Individual players not on a team can contact the Athletics Office at (361) 826-3482 to be added to an interest list.
New health and safety procedures have been implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Face masks are required in the gym, except while playing the game on the court. Players will have their temperatures taken at the door prior to sign-in. Please do NOT bring your own equipment. Equipment will be provided by the city. Hand sanitizer will be available. Only one spectator will be allowed per player. Visit Play It Safe Covid-19 Updates for additional restrictions and safety guidelines which apply.
Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For assistance or to request a reasonable accommodation, please call (361) 826-3478 at least 48 hours in advance.
For more information, please contact the Athletics Office at (361) 826-3588 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (SPORTS).
Thanksgiving Youth Basketball Camp
Keep your kids busy while you cook your Thanksgiving feast and get a jump on holiday shopping. Sign them up now for activities.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Keep your kids busy while you cook your Thanksgiving feast and get a jump on holiday shopping. Sign them up now for activities.
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer a three-day Thanksgiving Break Youth Basketball Camp for boys and girls ages 8-17 on November 23, 24, and 25, 2020, from 9am-1pm at the Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
Novice players will learn the basics of basketball through skills and drills. Players with experience will adjust techniques to improve their skill level. Professional instruction will be provided by local High School Basketball Coach Roy De La Pena.
New health and safety procedures have been implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Face masks are required in the gym, except while playing on the court. Players will have their temperatures taken at the door prior to sign-in. One sanitized ball will be provided per participant for the whole camp session, so do not bring your own equipment. Hand sanitizer will be available. One spectator will be allowed per camp participant. Visit Play It Safe Covid-19 Updates for additional restrictions and safety guidelines which apply.
Register online at https://register.ccparkandrec.com/ now through November 20, 2020. Final online registration opportunity will be available on the first day of the camp, November 23, from 8am-9am. Cost is $70 per person.
For more information, call (361) 826-3588 or (361) 826-3478, or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (SPORTS).
Revitalized Uptown Corridors are in the Works
The plan will include conceptual drawings to help reimagine these corridors with improvements, such as landscaping, streetscape amenities, and urban design considerations, that create an attractive and coordinated sense of place.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – Corpus Christi City Council gave the approval to start a planning initiative to revitalize portions of Staples Street from Six Points to Interstate 37 and Leopard Street from Upper Broadway to the Crosstown Expressway (SH 286), which are key commercial corridors identified in the 2018 Downtown Area Development Plan. This initiative, known as the Staples/Leopard Street Corridor Revitalization Plan, will develop a strategy for revitalization that will guide future public and private development and lay the foundation for a strong local economy.
“This project marks a pivotal first step in my efforts to revitalize the Staples Street Corridor to move forward economic progress. This is an important initiative for our city because it is the first time we are investing and planning for the future of this area. We must rebuild Staples and the uptown reimagining this entre area as an economic gateway to our downtown” At-Large council woman Paulette Guajardo said.
The plan will include conceptual drawings to help reimagine these corridors with improvements, such as landscaping, streetscape amenities, and urban design considerations, that create an attractive and coordinated sense of place.
Swim Lessons and Water Aerobics
Instruction will consist of a set of skills and techniques at each level, with participants advancing to the next level at their own pace.
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The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department’s Fall 2020 Swim Programs that include swim lessons and water aerobics are set to begin on Monday, October 5.
The aquatics staff encourages everyone to learn to swim. It is a valuable life skill to add to anyone’s toolbox which can be enjoyed throughout their life. Certified instructors teach participants how to swim and the importance of water safety. Instruction will consist of a set of skills and techniques at each level, with participants advancing to the next level at their own pace.
Group Swim Lessons will take place on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 6–8 p.m. for $50/person/session (2 classes per week for 4 weeks for a total of 8 lessons) at the Corpus Christi Natatorium, located at 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
Each class day will be 30 minutes long. Group sessions are designed for all ages and skill levels. Due to COVID-19, swim group lessons will be limited to only two participants. Registration for group lessons closes the Thursday before each session starts.
Session 1: October 5–30
Session 2: November 9–December 11 (No class Thanksgiving week, November 23–27)
The Water Aerobics class for adults ages 18 and older will take place on Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday for $25/person/month (3 classes per week for a total of 12 classes) at Collier Pool, located at 3801 Harris Drive.
Due to COVID-19, classes will be limited to only 12 participants. Registration for classes closes the Thursday before each session starts. The class will be held in waist-level water and led by a certified instructor. Water aerobics is an excellent low-impact way to improve your flexibility, strengthen your core and stay active.
Session 1: Tuesday/Thursday 8–8:45 a.m., and Saturday 9–9:45 a.m., starts October 6, 2020.
Session 2: Tuesday/Thursday 9–9:45 a.m., and Saturday 9–9:45 a.m., starts October 6, 2020.
Register Online at register.ccparkandrec.com. For more information, visit www.ccparkandrec.com (click “Swim Programs & Pools”), or call (361) 826-1749 or (361) 826-PLAY.
ADDITIONAL COVID-19 GUIDELINES:
All pool visitors/participants must wear a mask and have their temperature checked when entering the facility, and any time while on the pool deck area. Masks are not required when in the pool swimming. Any visitor with a temperature of 100 or above will be asked to not enter the facility.
All instructors will also wear a mask and have their temperature checked upon entering the facility. Any instructor with a temperature of 100 or above will not be permitted to teach that day, and a substitute instructor will take their place.
Patrons must adhere to the 6 feet of physical distancing on the pool deck.
Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For assistance or to request a reasonable accommodation, please call (361) 826-3460 at least 48 hours in advance.
For more information about a wide variety of programs and services offered by the department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com.
North Beach Hotel Development Agreement
The agreement included incentives up to $7,826,200 for the construction of a nearly $40 million upscale hotel and apartment building on North Beach.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The Corpus Christi Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #4 (TIRZ 4) board members voted in favor of authorizing the City Manager to execute an amendment to the agreement for an upscale hotel at 3612 Surfside Boulevard. After discussion among members and the Developer’s representative, the TIRZ #4 members agreed to an extension of the deadlines to begin and complete construction.
In November 2019, Corpus Christi City Council approved the original agreement with The Breakers at North Beach, LP. The agreement included incentives up to $7,826,200 for the construction of a nearly $40 million upscale hotel and apartment building on North Beach.
The initial agreement included the deadline goals set forth by the developer which required construction to begin on the hotel development within six-months or by June 2, 2020.
The new term, as requested by the developer, grants the developer three years and three months’ time to begin construction of the hotel development on or before January 31, 2024.
Suspect Believed to be Involved in at Least Three Aggravated Robberies
Corpus Christi Police Department Investigators need your help identifying a suspect believed to be involved in at least three aggravated robberies.
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Corpus Christi Police Department Investigators need your help identifying a suspect believed to be involved in at least three aggravated robberies.
Date: Monday, September 14, 2020 8:55 pm
Location: 1600 block of SPID
Offense: Aggravated Robbery
Case Number: 2009140111
On September 14, 2020 Officers were dispatched to the 1600 block of SPID for an Aggravated Robbery of a business. While in the commission of the Robbery, the male displayed a handgun and demanded money from the employee. The suspect was able to get away with an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was last seen on foot traveling westbound from the location on foot.
The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 40-50 years of age, approximately 6’00”, 200 pounds, black hair, brown eyes, wearing a white muscle shirt, black jacket, blue jean pants, black shoes and a bandana over his face.
On September 16, 2020, at approximately 6:13 pm, the same suspect entered a business located on the 3900 block of SPID. The male handed the employee a note demanding all of the money in the register. While in the commission of the Robbery, the male displayed a handgun. The suspect was able to get away with undisclosed amount of cash. The suspect was last seen leaving the location on foot.
On September 20, 2020 at approximately 9:09 pm the same suspect entered a business located on the 3900 block of Saratoga. The suspect handed the employee a note demanding all of the money from the register. While in the commission of the Robbery, the male displayed a handgun. The suspect was able to get away with undisclosed amount of cash.
If you can identify the suspect, or have any additional information about these crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 888-TIPS (8477) or submit the information online at https://www.p3tips.com/TipForm.aspx?ID=343&C&T. Crime Stoppers guarantees to keep your identity anonymous and if the information leads to an arrest, it could earn you a cash reward of up to $2,500.
City of Corpus Christi will Plant Over 200 Trees in Its Parks
A contract to plant 230 trees at six park locations: Labonte Park, West Guth Park, Los Encinos Park, Lincoln Park, Lions Park, and Mike Zepeda Park.
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At today’s City Council meeting, Mayor Joe McComb and City Council Members approved, on first reading, a contract to plant 230 trees at six park locations: Labonte Park, West Guth Park, Los Encinos Park, Lincoln Park, Lions Park, and Mike Zepeda Park.
The trees in this project will provide much needed shade for residents enjoying our Park’s System. The trees are all native to South Texas. The types of trees to be planted include Live Oak, Bur Oak, Mexican Sycamore, Monterrey Oak, Montezuma Cypress, Cedar Elm and Anacaua. The Parks & Recreation Department will maintain the new trees by watering weekly using a mobile water tank.
There are numerous benefits that trees bring to the urban environment that enhance our park system. The benefits of planting trees include natural shade; purifying the air; supporting wildlife (such as birds, butterflies, etc.); and reducing soil erosion.
For additional information, visit www.ccparkandrec.com
Restricted Access to Nueces County Crime Victims’ Memorial
The two statues as currently erected have not been certified by an engineer as being structurally sound and, as such, could pose a safety hazard for the public.
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The City of Corpus Christi received inquiries regarding two angel statues at the Nueces County Crime Victims’ Memorial. The two statues as currently erected have not been certified by an engineer as being structurally sound and, as such, could pose a safety hazard for the public. Additionally, the angel statues concept and installation was not reviewed or approved by the City prior to their installation as required in the agreement between the memorial organizers and the City of Corpus Christi. As currently constructed, the statues could be a safety issue as determined by the City’s Development Services Department.
The City is willing to allow the angel statues to be a permanent part of the memorial once all contract installation terms have been met and once the memorial organizers obtain an engineering safety certification. The City’s intent is not to be insensitive to the group’s purpose to memorialize their loved ones.
The City’s Chief Building Inspector conducted a site visit at the garden and has recommended cordoning off the statues until memorial organizers get an engineering safety certification. This will still allow for viewing but it will limit close access to the statues as a safety precaution. The cordoning was completed September 19, 2020.
The required engineer’s report will validate that the angel statues ultimately are installed in a manner that will resist required wind loads. All work must be in compliance with applicable ordinances and regulations. The organization will have 30 calendar days to submit the report to the City’s Development Services Department.
On July 21, 2020, The Nueces County Victims’ Memorial organizers were notified by the City’s Parks & Recreation Department that the memorial site at that time was not in compliance with the approved design guidelines outlined in the Memorial Installation Agreement and that exhibits that were not in compliance were to be removed. Initially, the group agreed to remove all non-compliance items including the two angel statues.
On September 14, 2020, all non-compliant exhibits were removed with exception of the two angel statues. City staff sent a follow-up email to organizers issuing a deadline of September 25, 2020 to remove the statues in an effort to seek compliance and maintain public safety. The removal request was issued to be consistent with the terms of the agreement, the use of the park, and to ensure public safety.
It is the City’s responsibility to ensure exhibits are designed and installed to ensure the safety of the public and maintain the natural aesthetics of the high-profile City Park while being enjoyed by all.
Construction of Crosstown to Greenwood
The project scope includes rehabilitation with new asphalt pavement, a multi-use side path, pedestrian improvements, and pavement markings.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – The construction phase of the Bond 2012, Proposition 1 - Holly Road: Crosstown Expressway to Greenwood Drive project is scheduled to begin this month. The project is anticipated to take about 10 months.
The project scope includes rehabilitation with new asphalt pavement, a multi-use side path, pedestrian improvements, and pavement markings. Utility improvements include a new water main, new wastewater main, storm drainage improvements, and conduit for information technology.
Due to COVID-19 and the limits on public gatherings the Engineering Services Department is providing the public the opportunity to view the exhibits, review important information about the project and give public comment online. For further information please visit: www.cctexas.com/publicmeetings.