The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Watch for the area this weekend into early next week. The City has protocols in place to ensure proper and safe City services, such as public safety, roads, water and wastewater, and animal care. In anticipation of this, the City will open two Overnight Refuge Centers, and will have daytime warming centers available.

Our procedures for public comment at City Council meetings have been revised for improved public participation. Beginning Tuesday, January 27, updated procedures for public comment at City Council meetings will go into effect. On January 13, the City Council passed a motion moving the General Public Comment Session from 5:30 p.m.to 12:00 p.m. The time allowed for each speaker was also modified.

The City of Corpus Christi and Corpus Christi Water (CCW) have launched a new online water dashboard to provide the public with useful information during ongoing drought conditions. The dashboard features monthly data on water availability, forecasts for potential water restriction changes, and monitoring of both western and eastern water supplies.

The Corpus Christi Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is organizing the 40th Annual MLK Commemorative March on Monday, January 19. Various community organizations have a collection of independently scheduled events leading up to the event.

The Operation Heat Help program offers financial assistance to qualifying natural gas customers by covering up to $100 (per household) for the gas portion of their utility bill from November 2025 through February 27, 2026.

Help keep those in need warm this winter. The Winter Coat Drive runs through Saturday, January 31. Gently used coats, jackets, or sweaters for children and adults will be accepted at any Corpus Christi Public Library location.

The community is encouraged to donate new or gently used blankets, towels, sheets, unopened treats, and canned or dry pet foods to support animals in need this winter. Donations will be accepted through Saturday, January 31, at any Corpus Christi Public Library location or at Animal Care Services.

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