Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront

Press Release

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – City Manager Peter Zanoni has created a new health and wellness initiative called “Safe Fun-Fit at the Bayfront” to increase physical activity and promote a healthier Corpus Christi. Many people enjoy exercising along the shoreline including biking, walking, jogging or running and now they can do so in a safe environment – a designated 1.25-mile fitness lane from Cole Park to Lawrence Street! The public is invited to use the fitness lane every Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., starting Saturday, May 23 – August 29, 2020. The fitness lane will help to reduce the overcrowding of the 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 northbound traffic from 6 a.m. – 12 p.m. for residents to bike, run, jog and walk along the bayfront from Cole Park to 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 adults of all abilities on Saturdays from 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. from June 6 – August 29, 2020 at The Water’s Edge, 602 S. Shoreline Blvd. All the sessions, except Zumba, will be held on The Great Lawn located between the two large parking lots. Zumba will be held at the Islanders Pavilion next to the playground.

The 40-60-minute sessions will include:

• Walk to Run (7 a.m.-7:40 a.m.)*: teaching individuals the skills needed to increase their endurance through proper running and walking techniques.

• Fitness Moves (8 a.m.- 8:40 a.m.)*: fitness training through a variety of techniques including bodyweight training, conditioning and circuit training.

• Walk the Bayfront (9 a.m. – 10 a.m.)*: Instructor-led 2-mile walk along the fitness lane.

• Yoga (9:00 a.m. – 9:40 a.m.)*: guiding individuals through a series of poses to improve physical and mental strength.

• Zumba(10 a.m. – 10:40 a.m.)*: an aerobic fitness program featuring movements inspired by various styles of Latin American dance.

   * Healthy Meals 101 (offered after each class): free weekly recipes and plans for families on healthy eating.

Class sessions are limited to 20 participants per class. The public can register for classes in June through the online registration link www.cctexas.com/safefunfit

Measures will also be taken for appropriate physical distancing for the safety of the participant. In addition, participants are encouraged to bring their own face coverings, yoga mat and water, as appropriate, for their workout.

“Corpus Christi has a naturally beautiful backdrop for outdoor exercising,” said Peter Zanoni, City Manager. “This program will provide a safe opportunity for families to run, walk, bike, and take select classes to improve their health and wellness,” added Zanoni.

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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Libraries Add More Digital Services

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CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi Public Libraries has new digital ways for residents to browse the library’s vast inventory. Readers can now set up customized notifications and virtually browse new and existing fiction, non-fiction, children's books, multimedia, and even our top picks all from your computer.

Visit www.cctexas.com/library and subscribe to our New Book Alerts to receive notifications about fresh titles arriving at our libraries.

Our new Author Check service allows readers to track their favorite writer, explore authors available in our libraries, and even view what book series are available in our inventory. 

Any book lovers looking for recommendations can sign up for our Book Newsletter and receive a monthly email full of award-winning selections for all ages.

Curbside services are still available to check out library items. Call our automated phone system at 361-826-7055, press "7" to select your library location, after selecting your library location press "4" to speak to a circulation staff member Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.

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Input Needed for Cole Park Pier Design

Press Release

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Since the 1930s, Cole Park Pier has been a popular destination for Corpus Christians of all ages. After several decades as an anchor amenity, the pier was closed in 2018 due to structural issues. After City Council action to move forward with a reconstruction project, Jacobs Engineering was chosen as the designer for the rebuild project.

At this time, the City of Corpus Christi is excited to present the latest Cole Park Pier design renderings. This version is designed with help from citizen survey results. The public is invited to view a short video, review the renderings, and provide feedback.

A presentation video and renderings can be found online at www.cctexas.com/pierinput. Following the presentation, we encourage viewers to fill out the comment area with their thoughts and perspectives on the project.

Public input is requested by June 14, 2020. To download copies of the renderings, please visit www.cctexas.com/coleparkpier.

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Super Bag Collection Service

Press Release

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi’s Solid Waste Department announces the launch of a six-month pilot program called the Super Bag Collection Service. The program is for customers who want a convenient, scheduled pickup of leftover construction material from small home renovations, garage cleanups, landscaping jobs and other household projects.

The cost of a Super Bag is $135 with tax and includes the scheduled pickup. Super Bags can be purchased at the J.C. Elliott Collection Center located at Highway 286 and Ayers Street, Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Super Bags can be purchased with cash, debit cards or personal checks and there is no limit to the number of bags customers can purchase at one time.

Once the Super Bag is filled and ready to be hauled away, customers will contact the City of Corpus Christi Call Center at (361) 826-CITY (2489) to schedule a pickup. A truck will collect the Super Bag within three business days. For more information about the service, please visit our website www.cctexas.com/superbag.
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City of Corpus Christi to Apply for $222M Loan for Desalination Plant

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CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – City Council approved Tuesday, April 21, 2020, to apply to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) for financial assistance through the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) for a seawater desalination plant located on the Inner Harbor Ship Channel.  The TWDB included the City of Corpus Christi’s project in the 2020 SWIFT program prioritization and invited the City to submit a full application by May 11, 2020.

As a regional water supplier for over 500,000 people and all types of businesses from tourism to industrial customers, the City has focused on long-term planning to meet the area's water supply needs.  Partners in the process of securing funding include the San Patricio Municipal Water District and other regional customers. 

The current application for $222,475,000 will fund the procurement, design, and construction costs of a seawater desalination facility.  Applying for the SWIFT loan represents the next step in a systematic process that the City began in 2014 after Texas experienced a record-breaking drought.

The City’s current water rate structure for all customers includes 5 cents per 1,000 gallons of water consumed that is deposited in a protected fund for the development of a long-term water supply.  In 2018, major water customers volunteered to begin paying 25 cents per 1,000 gallons of water used for a drought-resistant water supply.  Both funds will help offset the cost of a new water source and will prevent “rate shock” to commercial and residential customers.

The City has also submitted permits to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for water discharge permits and water rights on the Inner Harbor Ship Channel and a possible future plant on the La Quinta Channel.  The TCEQ is currently taking public comments on the permit application.  The discharge permit on the application for the Inner Harbor facility is expected to be declared administratively complete in the near future.  Both sites would produce public drinking water to benefit the region.

For additional information regarding the City's seawater desalination effort, visit 

cctexas.com/desal

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“Hooked on Fishing” Day Camps

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer two “Hooked on Fishing” day camp options for youth ages 8-16. These programs are designed to teach campers the basics of fishing and the importance of conservation in a fun setting. 

All camps will be held at Lindale Recreation Center, located at 3133 Swantner Drive. Come and learn about fish anatomy, fishing safety, and how to bait and cast. 

► “Hooked On Fishing” Day Camp is a full day. Participants will learn about

the basics of fishing and conservation as well as take a field trip to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Fishing Hatchery. The fee is $30 a day per child which includes lunch and a snack. Please choose between the following dates:

• Tuesday, March 10, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• Wednesday, March 11, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

► “Hooked on Fishing” Sensory Day Camp is a half-day program. Participants will enjoy relaxing, sensory-friendly activities that include arts and crafts, fish anatomy, fishing safety, how to bait and cast on-site at the Lindale Recreation Center. Parents or guardians may accompany their children. The fee is $15 per child. Campers will receive a snack and a camp shirt.

• Thursday, March 12, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

REGISTER ONLINE at register.ccparkandrec.com. Early registration is encouraged since each camp day has limited space.

For more information, call (361) 826-2322.

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 in advance.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to providing quality, affordable, enrichment programs for all ages and interests. For more information about the wide variety of programs and services offered by the department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com. We invite everyone to Live. Learn. Play!

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Spring 2020 Adult Softball League - Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Get set now to batter up! The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer its Spring 2020 Adult Softball League from March 23 through the week of May 11, 2020. All games for this eight-game season will be 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 March 8, 2020, for $450/team. LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION will be offered March 9–15, 2020, with the late fee of $500/team. For more information, call (361) 826-3588 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. The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to providing quality, affordable, enrichment programs for all ages and interests. For more information about the wide variety of programs and services offered by the department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com. We invite everyone to Live. Learn. Play!   Return to South Texas Community News

Spring 2020 Girls Basketball League

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department will offer a Spring 2020 Girls Basketball League from March 23 through the week of May 1, 2020. This team concept league is limited to 12 players per team. Five girls grade divisions are eligible to participate as follows: (3^rd and 4^th Grade Division), (5^th and 6^th Grade Division), (7^th and 8^th Grade Division), (High School JV Division), and (High School Varsity Division). We will only accept the first six teams per division.

This league will provide the players opportunities to learn, understand and apply the rules of basketball. Through weekly practice and game play, players can improve their skills. This is also an excellent training program for important life skills like teamwork, leadership, discipline, goal-setting and good sportsmanship.

REGISTER ONLINE at www.ccparkandrec.com now through March 8, 2020, for $350/team. LATE ONLINE REGISTRATION will be held from March 9–15, 2020, for $375/team.

For more information, call the Athletics Office at (361) 826-3588 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) 826-3588 at least 48 hours in advance.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to providing quality, affordable, enrichment programs for all ages and interests. For more information about the wide variety of programs and services offered by the department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com. We invite everyone to Live. Learn. Play!
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Spring Break ‘Vacation Station’ Camps

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Looking for fun ways to keep your children active during spring break? Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Latchkey Department’s Vacation Station camp is the answer! Sign up now for what works best for your family — whether it is one day, two days, or the entire camp.

Our trained and enthusiastic staff will keep children engaged in activities designed to keep boys and girls ages 5 to 13 busy in a safe and supervised setting. Camp activities will include creating arts and crafts, playing sports, participating in gaming tournaments, listening and learning from guest speakers and so much more! These camps are offered in collaboration with the Corpus Christi Independent School District and Calallen Independent School District during school breaks. 

► CAMP AT CORPUS CHRISTI ISD will be held Monday through Friday, March 9–13, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Galvan Elementary school located at 3126 Masterson Drive. Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks will be provided for this camp. Parents are welcome to send a sack lunch with their child (no glass containers or microwaveable items, please). Camp fee is $30 per child per day. ONSITE REGISTRATION will be offered on March 4–5 at Galvan Elementary school from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. REGISTER ONLINE anytime now through 6:00 p.m. on March 1 at https://cclatchkey.egdata.com/parent_login.cfm.

► CAMP AT CALALLEN ISD will be held Monday through Friday, March 16–20, 2020, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Calallen East Elementary school located at 3709 Lott Avenue. Breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided. Please send a sack lunch with your child (no glass containers or microwaveable items). Camp fee is $20 per child per day. ONSITE REGISTRATION will be offered at Magee Elementary School, located at 4201 Calallen Drive, on March 4-5 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. REGISTER ONLINE at your convenience anytime now through 6:00 p.m. on March 1 at https://cclatchkey.egdata.com/parent_login.cfm.

For more information and space availability, call (361) 826-3499 or visit www.ccparkandrec.com (click ‘Latchkey Program’).

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) 826-3499 in advance.

The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to providing quality, affordable enrichment programs for all ages and interests. For more information about the wide variety of programs and services offered by the department, visit www.ccparkandrec.com. We invite everyone to Live. Learn. Play!

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Prove you’re not a Muggle at the Harry Potter Trivia Challenge

February 27, 2020

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Public Library invites fans of the wizarding world to summon their magical wisdom at the Harry Potter Trivia Challenge! The free event will feature questions on the locations, characters and spells of the wizarding world.

Teams will be limited to no more than six people. Wizards and witches ages 16 and up can reserve a spot by calling the library at 361-826-2360. The competition will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 29, at 5930 Brockhampton Street.

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 361-826-3234, in advance.

For more information media representatives can contact Public Information Officer Dale Stephán at 361-826-3234 or by email at dales3@cctexas.com.
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Corpus Christi to Host the Summer 2020 TAAF Games of Texas

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Mayor Joe McComb and City Manager Peter Zanoni, along with representatives of the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF), the City of Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department, and City officials announce Corpus Christi to host the Summer 2020 TAAF Games of Texas at the Kick-Off Press Conference. The city was selected to host the Summer Games in 2020 and 2021.

Corpus Christi is gearing up to host the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF) Summer 2020 Games of Texas July 30 – August 2, 2020. We invite amateur, recreational, and young Olympic hopeful athletes to get ready now to compete in the Games. There are 13 sports categories: baseball, boxing, beach volleyball, disc golf, flag football, golf, pickleball, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track & field, and water polo.

“We look forward to hosting the state’s top athletes in our wonderful city. During this four-day event, our city will transform into a tremendous multi-sport arena to host all the events that will be held at various venues throughout the city. We also invite the business community and individuals to be part of these spectacular games by becoming a sponsor or volunteer,” said Jermel Stevenson, Director of Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department.

The Corpus Christ Convention & Visitors Bureau also teamed up as a contributing sponsor. For visitor information, call toll free 1-800-766-2322 or go to Visit Corpus Christi.


For more information about the games, and registration details, call 361-826-3460 or visit TAAF.COM. For sponsorship or volunteer information, call (361) 826-3132.

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Early Voting Locations - Nueces County

Early Voting start today. Here is a list of Nueces County Voting Locations.
For a downloadable copy of locations click here.

February 18th-21st 18-21     8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
February 22nd 22                 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
February 23rd 23                  12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
February 24th-28th 24-28     7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

 Main Early Voting Location
Nueces County Courthouse
901 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Bishop Community Center
102 West Joyce St., Bishop, TX 78343
Closed February 22 & 23

Calallen ISD
Administration Building Board Room
4205 Wildcat Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78410
Closed February 22 & 23

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center
5151 McArdle Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Closed February 23

Del Mar College
Hendenfels Administration Building
101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404
Closed February 22 & 23

Ellis Memorial Library
700 W. Avenue A, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Closed February 22 & 23

Ethel Eyerly Senior Center
654 Graham Rd., Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Closed February 22 & 23

Greenwood Senior Center
4040 Greenwood Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78416
Closed February 22 & 23

Hilltop Community Center
South WingSouth Wing #1 Back of Building Back of Building
11425 Leopard St., Corpus Christi, TX 78410
Closed February 23

Johnny Calderon Building
710 East Main St., Robstown, TX 78380
Closed February 23

Nueces County
Emergency Services DistrictEmergency Services District #4
5781 FM 666, Robstown, TX 78380
Closed February 22 & 23

Padre Island Baptist Church
14253 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Closed February 23

Petronila Elementary School
2391 Co. Rd. 67, Robstown, TX 78380
Closed February 22 & 23

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Carlos F. Truan Natural Resources Center (Rm. 1009)
6300 Ocean Dr., Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Closed February 22 & 23

The Valencia
2nd Floor Conference Room
6110 Ayers St., Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Closed February 23

Veterans Memorial high school
Auditorium
3750 Cimarron Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78414
Closed February 22 & 23

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Navy to begin testing for private drinking water wells

Press Release:

The Navy is seeking to sample private drinking water wells in designated areas near Naval Air Station (NAS) Corpus Christi, Naval Outlying Landing Field (NOLF) Waldron, and NAS Kingsville, Texas. These free tests are to determine whether certain chemicals used by the Navy in its activities on base have migrated through groundwater to private drinking water wells at levels greater than U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) health advisory levels.

The Navy will be holding Open House events, to inform the community of the sampling program and respond to questions from the public, as follows:

NAS Corpus Christi and NOLF Waldron

February 25 and 26, 2020 between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

New Life Church, South Campus

1241 Flour Bluff Drive, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418

NAS Kingsville

February 27, 2020 between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Elks Lodge

1404 South 6th Street, Kingsville, Texas 78363

Also on hand at the Open House events and working in partnership with the Navy are representatives from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the Texas Department of State Health Services, the City of Corpus Christi and the City of Kingsville.

In May 2016, the EPA issued lifetime health advisory levels for two chemicals: perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA).  The EPA’s health advisory level for lifetime exposure is 70 parts per trillion (ppt) for PFOS and 70 ppt for PFOA. When both PFOS and PFOA are found in drinking water, the combined concentrations should not exceed 70 ppt.  Although these health advisory levels are not enforceable regulatory standards, the Navy is seeking to identify private wells that have been impacted at levels greater than the lifetime health advisory levels.

PFOS and PFOA (two types of a class of chemicals collectively referred to as PFAS) are man-made chemicals persistent in the environment.  PFAS has been used since the 1950s in products that resist heat, stains, grease and water.  It has been used in a variety of products and substances such as non-stick cookware, food packaging such as microwaveable popcorn bags, and water-resistant textiles and sprays used to treat carpets and fabrics.  The most common historical Navy use of these chemicals has been through the firefighting agent, aqueous film forming foam (AFFF). 

More information about the Navy’s PFAS initiative and drinking water testing program at NAS Corpus Christi and NOLF Waldron may be found online at: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrse/installations/nas_corpus_christi.html or by contacting the Public Affairs Office at  361-961-2674 or email at nascc-pao@navy.mil. 

More information about the Navy’s PFAS initiative and drinking water testing at NAS Kingsville may be found online at: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrse/installations/nas_kingville.html or by contacting the Public Affairs Office at (361) 516-6500 or email kngv-pao@navy.mil.

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The Great Texas Warrant Roundup

CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS – The City of Corpus Christi Municipal Court and area law enforcement representatives will announce the kickoff to the 2020 Great Texas Warrant Roundup. This year, the 12-day amnesty period starts on Monday, February 17 and ends on Friday, February 28.  

Municipal Court administrators will explain the City’s involvement in the Roundup and how those with warrants can avoid arrest by taking care of their citations through various payment options.

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 361-826-3234, in advance.

For more information media representatives can contact Public Information Officer Dale Stephán at 361-826-3234 or by email at dales3@cctexas.com.

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Corpus Christi - Wastewater in Oso Bay

Press Release:

Update 2/11/2020 4:10 p.m.
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - The City of Corpus Christi has not issued a water boil advisory for municipal water customers.

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – A broken wastewater pipe has resulted in a discharge into Corpus Christi Oso Bay from a wastewater line near the City of Corpus Christi’s Oso Wastewater Treatment Plant on Monday, February 10, 2020. 

The City was notified this afternoon about a fish kill in a creek located along the Oso Golf Course. Crews immediately responded to the area and established isolation booms to contain the spill. They used drone technology to assess the situation and are actively working on identifying the location of the pipe break. The City’s contractor is currently cleaning the creek. There is currently no accurate estimate as to the amount of wastewater discharge. The City has contacted appropriate officials, including the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s Regional office.

The City is required by 30 Tex. Admin. Code Section 319.303(c) to issue the following precautionary statements:

  (1) Persons using private drinking water supply wells located within 1/2-mile of the spill site or within the potentially affected area should use only water that has been distilled or boiled at a rolling boil for at least one minute for all personal uses including drinking, cooking, bathing, and tooth brushing. Individuals with private water wells should have their well water tested and disinfected, if necessary, prior to discontinuing distillation or boiling.

  (2) Persons who purchase water from a public water supply may contact their water supply distributor to determine if the water is safe for personal use.

  (3) The public should avoid contact with waste material, soil, or water in the area potentially affected by the spill.

  (4) If the public comes into contact with waste material, soil, or water potentially affected by the spill, they should bathe and wash clothes thoroughly as soon as possible.

For further information, contact: Kim Womack, Communication Director, at 361-826-3211.

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Winter Cleanup Needs Volunteers

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Looking for something you and your family can do together this weekend to give back to the community? Why not join volunteers as they pick up litter at Cole Park, 2600 Ocean Drive, on Saturday, February 8th at 9:00 a.m. Learn more: https://bit.ly/39pkxGz Register online: https://bit.ly/2SqshAW The City’s Solid Waste Services Department will provide volunteers with gloves, bags, and pickers. In addition to cleaning Cole Park, volunteers tally the different items they collect during the cleanup and the information is sent to the State’s Adopt-a Beach program. The group’s efforts are all part of the State’s Keep Texas Beautiful program which hosts three cleanups annually, not only at Cole Park but also on North Beach and North Padre Island. To volunteer for the cleanup, you can contact the Beautify Corpus Christi Association at 361-290-2461. 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 361-826-1655, in advance. For more information media representatives can contact Senior Public Information Officer Amy Gazin at 361-826-1655 or by email at amyg2@cctexas.com. Return to South Texas Community News

Corpus Christi - Future of Cole Park Pier

PRESS RELEASE: CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – Today, the City of Corpus Christi held a news conference to share with the community the future and next steps for the Cole Park Pier. The pier is a popular destination that has been closed to the public since it was damaged by Hurricane Harvey. Councilman Ben Molina shared the City is moving forward with rebuilding this iconic landmark. The current pier is 500 feet long and Councilman Molina would like to see the pier be made wider allowing for more promenade-type features. Additional amenities he would also like to include are shade covers, benches, better nighttime lighting, and more fish cleaning stations. Funding for the design of the project will come from the voter approved Bond 2018 program. Funding for construction has not been fully identified at this time but several options have been identified including grant resources and Bond 2020.City Manager Peter Zanoni also announced City staff will recommend to Council on February 11, Jacobs Engineering be chosen as the designer for the rebuild project. The firm is headquartered in Dallas and has a specialized Ports and Marine group of over 550 professionals. The Jacobs design team is familiar with the salt-water environment and understands construction techniques required to provide a long-term cost-effective pier. Additionally, Zanoni shared the design process will take anywhere from six-months to a year depending on the permit process by the Texas General Land Office and the US Army Corp of Engineers. Estimated time of construction could take up to one year with the potential to have a finished product by June 2021. Cole Park Pier Credit: Gabriela Morrow Return to South Texas Community News