New Bayside Area Development Plan
The planning process will examine current conditions, establish the community’s vision and goals, and identify implementation strategies that include infrastructure and public services improvements and policy and programmatic initiatives rooted in community input and aligned with fiscal, environmental, and land use considerations.
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Photo by Gabriela Morrow, City of Corpus Christi
CORPUS CHRISTI - A modern development plan for the Bayside area is in the works. Council gave the approval to start crafting a long range, 20-year plan for the Bayside area that consists of 16.6 square miles and is bounded by Morgan Avenue on the north, South Padre Island Drive (SH 358) on the south, Ocean Drive/Oso Bay on the east, and the Crosstown Expressway (SH 286) on the west. The Bayside Area Development Plan study area includes well-known locations such as Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, Oso Beach Municipal Golf Course, Sunrise and La Palmera Malls, Six Points, and the Port-Ayers commercial corridor.
This is primarily in City Council District 2 with representation by Councilman Ben Molina who has been actively engaged in the area’s continued development.
"I am excited about this new development plan. The Bayside area is rich in its diversity and includes some of the City's major institutions. I personally look forward to getting involved in the planning process," Councilman Molina said.
“Community engagement will be a key factor included as part of this development plan, and I will be actively encouraging the community to participate in the ongoing efforts to build stronger neighborhoods for years to come.”
The current 1995 plan, formerly known as the Southeast Area Development Plan, no longer reflects existing conditions or future needs in this area of our city. The planning process will examine current conditions, establish the community’s vision and goals, and identify implementation strategies that include infrastructure and public services improvements and policy and programmatic initiatives rooted in community input and aligned with fiscal, environmental, and land use considerations.
Community involvement will be a key part of the process. To receive emailed announcements about the Bayside Area Development Plan and opportunities to participate, sign up here or visit www.cctexas.com/Planning.
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.
Ocean Drive Restoration Project Nearing Final Approval
Corpus Christi’s most scenic route will soon undergo a much-needed restoration improving mobility and connectivity for the 14 mile stretch from IH 37 to Ennis Joslin Road.
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Credit: Gabriela Morrow
CORPUS CHRISTI – Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi’s most scenic route will soon undergo a much-needed restoration improving mobility and connectivity for the 14 mile stretch from IH 37 to Ennis Joslin Road.
At the Council meeting on August 25, Mayor Joe McComb and City Council Members approved, on first reading, a construction contract with Haas-Anderson Construction, LTD., of Corpus Christi for the mill and overlay of Ocean Drive from Louisiana Avenue to Ennis Joslin Road. The $10.4 million contract includes the milling of all road surfaces, base repair as needed, and new asphalt pavement including all bike lanes, traffic signs, pavement markings, minor curb and gutter improvements.
Additional work is planned at Ocean Drive and Shoreline Drive from IH 37 to Lomax Street. This area has been approved for repair and has been awarded to Bay Limited.
City Council’s final approval for the Hass-Anderson contract is scheduled for September 2020. Both the Bay Limited and Haas-Anderson Construction projects will be performed concurrently beginning in October of 2020 and completed in the Summer of 2021.
A groundbreaking ceremony for the project is scheduled for a date in October with construction starting shortly thereafter.
Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront is Back
CORPUS CHRISTI – “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” is back and safer than ever beginning this Saturday, August 8, 2020.
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CORPUS CHRISTI – “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” is back and safer than ever beginning this Saturday, August 8, 2020. Facial coverings will now be required for ages 10 and older. Temperature checks at sign-in and facial coverings are now required to participate in classes. For the Kids Zone, ages 12 and under, face coverings are strongly recommended.
The health and wellness initiative called “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” is offering fitness activities for all ages and skill levels. The community is invited to take advantage of the FITNESS LANE, join Wellness Sessions and play in the Kids Zone. The Kids Zone includes an obstacle course, noodle hockey and scoop ball. H-E-B is a community partner providing fruit and water for all participants.
The FITNESS LANE is open for people to “get moving” in a safe, vehicle-free environment. No registration is required. Walk, jog, run, or bike in a designated 1.25 mile fitness lane from Cole Park to Lawrence Street! The FITNESS LANE is available every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., until August 29, 2020. The fitness lane will help to reduce the overcrowding of sidewalks and enable social distancing of at least six feet while exercising.
An expanded fitness lane has been created along Ocean Drive to Shoreline Boulevard that will temporarily close north bound traffic from 6 a.m. – 12 p.m. for residents to bike, run, jog and walk along the bayfront from Cole Park to the Art Center of Corpus Christi.
In coordination with Victor Betancourt of VFit Productions and the City’s Park and Recreation Department, the City will offer “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” exercise and wellness events for ages 8 and older, of all abilities, on Saturdays from 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. until August 29, 2020, at The Water’s Edge, 402 S. Shoreline Blvd. Check-In, Fitness Moves session and the Children’s Activity area will be held at McCaughan Park. Zumba and Yoga will be held at the Islanders Pavilion next to the playground. Participants are also eligible to receive give-away rewards. The Kids Zone, for ages 8-12, begins at 9 a.m.
The 40- to 60-minute sessions:
Walk to Run (7 – 7:40am) *: Learn how to increase your endurance through proper running and walking techniques.
Fitness Moves (8 – 8:40am) *: Learn techniques for body weight training, conditioning and circuit training.
Walk the Bayfront (9 – 10am) *: 2-mile walk led by instructor along the fitness lane.
Yoga (9 – 9:40am) *: Learn how to improve physical and mental strength through a series of poses.
Zumba (10 – 10:40am) *: Aerobic fitness infused with Latin American dance moves.
Kids Zone (9 – 11am): Obstacle course, noodle hockey, scoop ball. No registration required.
Class participation is limited so make sure to register through the online registration link www.cctexas.com/safefunfit.
Measures will also be taken for appropriate physical distancing for the safety of participants. In addition, participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat and water, as appropriate, for their workout.
“Everyone in our community is strongly encouraged to use all preventative measures and that includes exercising. Exercise may help protect against COVID-19 complications. Our goal is to have a community of healthy residents who will reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by taking advantage of our natural environment for their outdoor fitness,” said Peter Zanoni, City Manager.
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, in advance.
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For more information about Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront, visit www.cctexas.com/safefunfit.