Council Approves Marina Fuel Station Lease Agreement

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – At today’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the Council approved a lease agreement with Big Johnson Fuel & Lubricants, LLC. The five-year lease, with options for two additional five-year terms, will establish a full-service marine fuel station at the Coopers Alley L-Head.

The agreement allows Big Johnson Fuel & Lubricants to utilize a concrete pad and a portion of the parking lot on the northeast side of the Coopers Alley L-Head. Known for its expertise in the marine industry and a solid safety record, the company will set up a small supply store and storage for spill response equipment alongside the fuel station.

In 2012, the Corpus Christi Marina secured a lease agreement to install and operate a fuel station in the exact location, providing a new benefit and convenience for its tenants.

The need for a new lease arose after Hurricane Hanna severely damaged the previous fuel station in July 2020, leading to its closure. Since then, the Marina has relied on bi-weekly fuel truck deliveries, which cost the City $2,000 per month.

With the new agreement taking effect on March 1, the City will save $24,000 annually and generate $6,000 in lease revenue.

“This initiative not only reinstates an important service for Marina tenants and visiting boaters but also represents a significant financial savings for the City,” said Jonathon Atwood, Marina Manager.

For more information, media representatives can contact Santos Villarreal, Senior Public Information Officer, at 361-826-3490 or santosv@corpuschristitx.gov.