City Council Approves Federal Grant to Improve Firefighter Safety
The funding will support the purchase and installation of ventilation systems designed to capture diesel exhaust.
City Accepts Donation for New Shade Structure
The improvement supports the City’s Parks & Recreation Department’s 10-Year Master Plan to enhance public parks.
Mary Rhodes Pipeline Begins Gradual Return to Service
The Mary Rhodes Pipeline begins gradual service following repairs near the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant.
Corpus Christi Water Making Progress
Over the weekend, initial findings indicated that the leak was at a welded manway, an access point built into the pipeline. The manway dates to the pipeline’s original construction more than 25 years ago.
Corpus Christi Water Investigating Potential Leak on Mary Rhodes Pipeline
During the pipeline restart, CCW identified a potential leak near the O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant across the Nueces River.
City of Corpus Christi to Open Applications for Minor Home Repair Program
Grants of up to $24,999 are available to 38 eligible homeowners.
Lavaca-Navidad River Authority & Corpus Christi Water to Perform Scheduled Maintenance
On Tuesday, September 29, the Lavaca-Navidad River Authority (LNRA), Corpus Christi Water (CCW), and their contractors will begin scheduled maintenance and upgrades to the Mary Rhodes Pipeline (MRP) pump stations.
Updates on Mary Rhodes Pipeline Repair
Contracted crews successfully removed the failed section of the 64-inch MRP overnight.
Corpus Christi Water Makes Progress on Mary Rhodes Pipeline Repair
CCW contract crews continue to make progress on repairs to the Mary Rhodes Pipeline following a leak detected last week.
Mary Rhodes Pipeline Leak, Water Odor Update
Most areas were expected to see improvement by early this week, although some residential areas could experience lingering effects for a longer period.
Corpus Christi Receives Positive Credit Rating
S&P Global Ratings affirmed its ‘A’ rating on the City’s utility system-related revenue debt and new issuances.
Corpus Christi City Council Approves Port Partnership for Major Flood Protection
The first agreement provides up to $13.85 million for the Port to design and construct floodwall upgrades near the Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History.
City of Corpus Christi Takes Action on Short-Term Rental Regulations
The Corpus Christi City Council approved two motions related to the regulation of short-term rentals.
TCEQ Approves Request to Pause Reservoir Pass-Through Requirements
The order allows water that otherwise would be subject to pass-through requirements to remain within the regional water supply system.
Bronze Sculpture of Farrah Fawcett Approved
The Friends of Farrah Fawcett wish to honor their former classmate and friend while contributing a meaningful public art in the city where she grew up and launched her acting career.
Upgrades at Two Wastewater Plants
The need for these upgrades was highlighted during the historic February 2021 Winter Storm Uri, when statewide power outages left the Oso Wastewater Treatment Plant’s limited backup power system unable to support operations fully.
Major Upgrades and Strategic Partnerships at CCIA
The Council approved three major enhancement initiatives at Corpus Christi International Airport.
Special Election for "Fair Water Amendment"
The special election follows a petition filed with the City Secretary’s Office on June 15, regarding industrial water drought surcharges and curtailment policies.
City of Corpus Christi Completes Desalination Bay Impact Study
A Far Field Committee was also established to oversee the process, meeting eight times during the study to review progress and ensure ongoing input and accountability alongside City staff.