Corpus Christi voters approve water fees on industrial users during droughts

Who's involved

• Sylvia CamposCorpus Christi City Council member who supported the measure
• Paul GottemollerProfessor of political science at Del Mar College
• ExxonMobilIndustrial water user in Corpus Christi region
• ValeroIndustrial water user in Corpus Christi region
• OxyChemIndustrial water user in Corpus Christi region

The facts

• Measure would levy surcharges on largest water users when reservoirs drop below 30 percent full.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Refineries, chemical plants and other industrial facilities account for more than half of water consumption in Corpus Christi region.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Reservoirs in Corpus Christi region almost dried up entirely in 2026.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources
• Measure passed despite heavy spending by industry groups in opposition.^{1 2} Stated by 2 sources

Who said what

These are statements and claims made by the people involved. They are reported, not verified.

• Sylvia Campos, Corpus Christi City Council member The people have woken up. We overcame all that money.^{1 2}
• Paul Gottemoller, professor of political science It's a country club, business, chamber of commerce thing versus a populism thing.^{1 2}
• Paul Gottemoller, professor of political science There's clearly some anger and resentment about the water issue.^{1 2}