Resolution of commitment to the Coastal Bend Water Alliance declaring unified commitment to the development of regional water supplies.

This resolution formally commits the City of Corpus Christi to joining the Coastal Bend Water Alliance. The Alliance is a regional organization initiated by State Senator Adam Hinojosa to foster collaboration among local governments, water suppliers, industries, and economic leaders in the Coastal Bend region. The primary goal is to develop unified strategies for securing long-term water supplies, addressing severe drought conditions and future water needs. The resolution supports a unified strategy for solutions such as desalination, groundwater development, aquifer storage and recovery, and inter-basin transfers. It also calls upon state and federal agencies to prioritize the Coastal Bend for water infrastructure investment and funding. Several other entities, including San Patricio and Kleberg counties and various municipalities, have already passed similar resolutions. The resolution has no direct fiscal impact on the city.

By joining the Coastal Bend Water Alliance, the city aims to secure more reliable and long-term water supplies, which is crucial for public health, economic stability, and industrial growth in the region. This regional cooperation is intended to help secure state and federal funding for vital water infrastructure projects.

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