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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Corpus Christi public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Water Supply and Desalination Concerns
Residents continued to raise concerns about the proposed Inner Harbor desalination project, criticizing industrial water exemptions and advocating for alternatives like floating solar panels on lakes.
North Padre Island Seawall Funding and Design
The city shifted $1.4 million from another fund to make sure the North Padre Island seawall can be built with all its planned shade structures and seating. Board members stressed the importance of tracking ongoing maintenance costs and keeping local stakeholder groups in the loop.
Flour Bluff Drive traffic and safety
Residents described dangerous left turns, accidents near Walmart and Chick-fil-A, a school bus that no longer stops on the street, and no traffic study required under current thresholds. A $23 million Flour Bluff Drive renovation is coming, but neighbors say density would make it worse.
Ballot Proposition
Curious about Proposition B on your November ballot? This breakdown helps Corpus Christi voters understand what the measure actually means for the city.