Communications News

The City of Corpus Christi Landmark Commission is calling on local creators to pick up brushes, pens, and cameras for the 2026 Annual Preservation Awards Art Contest. This year’s competition invites artists to explore and celebrate the city’s unique heritage, vibrant culture, and iconic historic landmarks through original works of art.

The City of Corpus Christi has received notification from Fitch Ratings regarding a revision to the City’s financial outlook. While Fitch has affirmed the City’s ‘AA’ credit rating, indicating a very strong capacity to meet financial commitments, it has revised the Rating Outlook from “Stable” to “Negative.”

The City’s next Litter Critter community cleanup event will be held on Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the West Oso Area/Neighborhood located at the 1100 block of Bloomington Street. 

The City is committed to keeping our residents informed with the latest updates on our ongoing Water Initiatives. Please be advised of a temporary schedule change for our next two media briefings.

On Friday, April 3, and Saturday, April 4, the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Islanders’ Women’s NCAA Division I Beach Volleyball Team will host the 2026 Islander Classic, presented by Fulton Coastcon General Contractors, at The Water’s Edge, located at 402 S. Shoreline Boulevard.

City Manager Peter Zanoni provides a media briefing on the City's Water Supply.

Ongoing road work on McArdle Road will require a closure of the westbound lane between Shopping Way and Holmes Road beginning Monday, April 6. Two-way travel will be allowed on the remaining lanes.

The City of Corpus Christi released Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA) for affordable housing, community development needs,  and to address homelessness. Organizations providing services to low-and moderate-income individuals are encouraged to apply.

The City of Corpus Christi will participate in a statewide drill of public warning systems on Thursday, April 2, in coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management. 

The City of Corpus Christi’s Animal Care Services (CCACS) is partnering with local attorney J. Barrera to help shelter animals find their forever homes. Starting Wednesday, April 1, J. Barrera Law will generously cover the adoption fees for up to 40 dogs and cats each month at CCACS.