Matters — July 2026
43 matters with activity · 31 new in this period · 8 active · 7 resolved
Senior Corps Advisory Committee June 2026 Minutes (26-1049)
The Senior Corps Advisory Committee is considering the written minutes, or official meeting record, from its June 2026 meeting. The minutes document what the committee discussed at that meeting.
Jul 9: To Be Introduced
MVR Construction Planned Development Rezoning at Rockford Drive (26-0977)
This proposal would rezone the property at 5040 Rockford Drive from a Single-Family District to a Single-Family District with a Planned Unit Development overlay, which adds a customized set of development rules to the site. The request comes from MVR Construction, Co. in District 3, and violations of the rezoning ordinance could carry a penalty of up to $2,000.
Jul 28: Pass
Diego Vasquez Special Permit Rezoning at Waco Street (26-0870)
The proposal rezoned a property at or near 321 Waco Street from the Intensive Commercial District to the Intensive Commercial District with a Special Permit. The Planning Commission and city staff had recommended approval. The City Council approved the rezoning on July 14, 2026.
Jul 14: Pass
Donation for Inner Harbor Desalination Grant Application (26-1155)
The city is considering accepting an unrestricted donation from Voices for Coastal Bend Energy, a Texas nonprofit business league, to pay for preparing and submitting a U.S. Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Desalination grant application for the Inner Harbor desalination project. It would also authorize the City Manager to sign any needed agreements and take the steps necessary to submit the application, as requested by Mayor Paulette Guajardo.
Jul 28: Fail
Arts and Cultural Commission Regular Meeting Items (26-1144)
This matter covers items on the agenda of a regular Arts and Cultural Commission meeting. The data available does not describe a specific project, applicant, or location.
Jul 27: To Be Introduced
Federal Airport Grant for Baggage and Taxiway Projects (26-1165)
This ordinance would appropriate a $7,711,443 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Improvement Program grant for baggage handling system improvements, Taxiway Echo rehabilitation, and design of the West Apron Expansion and Realignment. It would also transfer $384,044.40 from the Airport Operating Fund to the Airport Capital Improvements Program Reserve Fund to cover the 5% cash match, and amend the FY 2026 Capital Budget by increasing revenues and expenditures each by $8,095,487.40.
Jul 28: Pass
Federal Housing and Community Development Funding Plan (26-1173)
The city proposes a plan for using about $7.44 million in annual federal housing and community development funding, including Community Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, and HOME Investment Partnerships Program money. It would accept and appropriate the funds, authorize a staff of 17 positions, and allow the city to sign the agreements and documents needed to carry out the plan's projects.
Jul 28: Pass
State Defense Grants for Naval Air Station and Army Depot Projects (26-1007)
The city would accept and spend two state grants totaling about $3.06 million from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission's Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant program, along with required city matching funds of $497,917.50 and $59,400.00. The money would pay for a wastewater system replacement at Naval Air Station-Corpus Christi and atmospheric water generation projects at Corpus Christi Army Depot.
Jul 21: Passed on second reading on the consent agenda: 8 to 0 (Enactment No: 033970)
Red Cord Initiative Police Overtime Reimbursement (26-0770)
The city would enter an agreement with Nueces County for the Corpus Christi Police Department to take part in the Red Cord Initiative Program. The county would reimburse the city $75,418.86 for police officer overtime and undercover surveillance camera equipment, and that amount would be added to the Police Grants Fund.
Jul 21: Passed on second reading on the consent agenda: 8 to 0 (Enactment No: 033969)
Water Rate Changes for All Customer Classes (26-1128)
This ordinance would change the water rates set in Corpus Christi Code Section 55-50 for all customer classes. The new rates would take effect January 1, 2027.
Jul 28: Pass
Library Board Letter on Janet F. Harte Library (26-0680)
The Library Board is preparing a letter to the City Council about the Janet F. Harte Library. The data does not describe what the letter asks for or what changes it addresses.
Jul 7: The motion to approve the letter as amended passed unanimously
Crime Control District FY 2027 Budget, $11.2 Million (26-1010)
This ordinance would approve the Corpus Christi Crime Control and Prevention District budget for fiscal year 2027, with $11,189,046 in expenditures. The money would fund 78 existing and authorized sworn Police personnel and support equipment, and would be appropriated in the Crime Control and Prevention District Fund.
Jul 28: Pass
Packery Channel Boat Ramp Renovation Grant (26-0989)
The city seeks to accept a $249,990 Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Boating Access Grant for Phase 1 of the Packery Channel Boat Ramp Renovation Project. The city would also contribute a required cash match of $83,330, with the grant money placed in the Parks & Recreation Grants Fund and the FY 2026 Capital Budget amended to reflect it.
Jul 28: Pass
Municipal Court Judge Appointments (26-1131)
The ordinance would reappoint Jacqueline Del Llano Chapa as Presiding Judge for a two-year term beginning August 1, 2026, and ending August 1, 2028. It would also appoint Carlos Omar Reyna as part-time judge #3 to fill an unexpired term running through June 24, 2027, and set the salary for these positions.
Jul 28: Pass
Wastewater Rate Changes for All Customers (26-1129)
This ordinance would change the city's wastewater rates under Corpus Christi Code Section 55-100. The new rates would apply to all customer classes starting January 1, 2027.
Jul 28: Pass
November 2026 Mayor and Council Election (26-1174)
This ordinance orders a general election on November 3, 2026, to choose the Mayor and eight Council Members, and sets the election procedures, notice, early voting branch locations, and polling places. It also authorizes a joint election with Nueces County, a runoff on December 12, 2026 if one is needed, and a Joint Election Agreement and Election Services Contract with the county.
Jul 28: Pass
Harbor Playhouse Lease at 1802 N. Chaparral St. (26-0176)
This ordinance would lease the Harbor Playhouse building at 1802 N. Chaparral St. to the Harbor Playhouse Company, a Texas nonprofit corporation, for 10 years, with two five-year renewals agreed to by both sides. In exchange, the company would advance community theater through performances, educational programs, outreach activities, and cultural programming, and would maintain the facilities.
Jul 14: Pass
Crime Control District Renewal Election Called (26-1185)
This ordinance calls a special election in Corpus Christi asking voters whether to continue the Crime Control and Prevention District and its associated sales tax for 10 years. It also sets election procedures, public notice, early voting locations, and a joint election with Nueces County.
Jul 28: Pass
Community Development Block Grant Funds Reprogrammed in Fifth Plan Amendment (26-0981)
The City Council considered a fifth amendment to the city's Fiscal Year 2021/Program Year 2020 Annual Action Plan, which moved $203,970.83 in Community Development Block Grant funds to new uses. The ordinance also authorized the city to submit the amendment and sign the funding agreements and other documents needed to carry out the plan. The ordinance was approved.
Jul 14: Pass
Removal Hearing for Mayor Paulette Guajardo (26-1126)
The City Council will consider whether to take action against Mayor Paulette Guajardo, with options to refer the matter to the Ethics Commission, issue a reprimand, suspend, or remove her from office. Referral to the Ethics Commission would require an ordinance, and removal would need at least five votes, a majority of all council members holding office.
Jul 23: held
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