Markle on returning on CCPD: There s no real mystery here
Mike Markel s first sit-down interview since announcing he wants to return as Corpus Christi s top cop
and last updated 2021-07-22 18:57:41-04
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â The search appears to be over for the City of Corpus Christiâs next top cop. We understand many cities across the country are trying to recruit (police) chiefs, so a lot of demand in a tough time for the profession, said Corpus Christi City Manager Peter Zanoni. And when you have an outstanding leader like we had, it s hard to replace, or hard to find, someone of that caliber.
City of Corpus Christi working with Games of Texas to stress COVID-19 safety protocols
COVID-19 safety protocols will be stressed at Games of Texas
and last updated 2021-07-22 19:16:47-04
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â The Games of Texas brings together athletes and spectators from all across the state, and this year, itâs taking place in Corpus Christi after it was cancelled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, that doesnât mean that the event s organizers the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation, the City of Corpus Christi, and Nueces County are not afraid that the event will help the COVID-19 virus to spread.
Beck and Masten GMC presents $20,000 to Corpus Christi Police Foundation
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and last updated 2021-07-21 19:01:41-04
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â Top City of Corpus Christi officials and officers gathered at the police department this afternoon as Beck and Masten Buick GMC presented a $20,000 check for to The Corpus Christi Police Foundation.
This money will go directly toward the foundation s 2021 Fourth Annual Black The Blue Clay Shoot, a tournament aimed at raising funds to provide additional training, equipment and education for the city s police department.
âOur mission is to create a safer Corpus Christi and strengthening the bond between the Corpus Christi Police Department and the citizens they serveâ says Cissy Garcia, executive director of The Corpus Christi Police Foundation. âItâs good to see how other community minded people are supporting our efforts.â
Nation s Aging Water Infrastructure Thirsts For Faster Action
America’s water infrastructure may soon get the attention it deserves now that funding is available. Billions of dollars from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) are on the way to public officials throughout the United States. Most states are allocating additional funding as well, and many local officials will take advantage of consolidating the two new revenue sources to finance large and costly projects.
The country’s infrastructure needs are massive … and critical. Because of population growth, increased demand now has many regions shockingly close to capacity. Old lead pipelines that deliver water in many parts of America are rusted and corroded, and the water they deliver no longer meets established quality standards.
Local church members concerned about Cimmaron Estates conditions
Members of a neighboring church worry about conditions for seniors
A neighboring church has raised reservations about residents at Cimarron Senior Estates being forced to return to their dwellings before they are all completed.
and last updated 2021-07-17 20:37:17-04
CORPUS CHIRSTI, Texas â Lori Jones, a member of St. Mark s Episcopal Church, and John Hardie, the rector of the church, says they are both concerned with the well being of the residents as renovations continue at Cimmaron Estates. I think with some advocacy the staff could have gotten Greystone (developer of Cimmaron Estates) to wait a little longer before pressuring these folks to get back to their apartments., Hardie said.