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Backwater Adventures close Riggs the other day; that was a surprise! When you book a trip in late summer it’s always a chance that we will be able to run offshore. For the average spot fisherman caution should be taken at all times. Anything over two feet don’t go unless you have a 26-foot plus boat suited for heavy chop and experienced This bug trout was crew. The winds pulled out of a housing and conflicting development on the currents and a short distance Island. Live piggy perch between swells in the middle of the day is much different when trout receded to than open ocean deep water. swells. The new structure and sunken boats between North Padre and Port A are hot with Kings right now. Trolling ribbon fish with green blue and white teasers above the baited leaders is a sure way to get hooked up. Also find some good trolling lures and some shade in those calm days and troll and listen to music. The sound of screaming drag will make everyone on the boat jump!
By Joey Farah Farah’s Fishing Adventures In the past few weeks fishing in the Upper Lagoon has been unbelievable, so long trips to Baffin haven’t been what we are doing. I changed it up today and took a long drive to the Land Cut and checked out everything in between. The water is great all the way through, especially the mouth of Baffin and the south shoreline. The rocks at Peniscal were clearly visible and flocks of Pelicans were diving by the hundreds. I pulled up and caught a trout the first cast, then we missed five in a row, BASS MASTER HOOKSETS! We went on down to the Cut and found beautiful conditions along the channel. Our first stop on the east side was all we needed as we had a trout attack every cast. This big trout We moved to a side was pulled out of channel leading into the Land Cut this Nine Mile Hole and with week. With water a fast moving current temperatures so we put some bigger high many big trout in the box. The fish trout released die here in the cut were full later as they are of shrimp still but the sides of the ditch were stressed. teaming with minnows and mullet. I know that some of my friends have had some amazing days there lately on flounder on a dropping tide. Redfish are thick in the shallows for anyone looking to sight cast. All the grass lines and spoil islands on the way back were glowing. A stop anywhere along the Yarborough drop off would start a trout bite.
Bull Reds The big herds of bull redfish will flood our area the last week of this month all the way to the end of October, if you want to get in on some real 30’40” redfish let’s find you a place on the calendar! Fishing is at its best right now and the crowds are thinned out. This is the time to GET WET!
A lasting memory We watched as a river of bait passed by the boat as we sat in mirrored waters. Looking into the water as if we were in an aquarium. The thin layer between the two worlds was gone and we could see everything. Our rods had been rolled over time and time again with thick keeper trout one after another. The light current was just enough to float our baits down the edge of the grass and just as they disappeared below where we could see them THUMP! the trout were grabbing them. The purple and blue flashed as the drag sang out with each struggling turn. I looked down current and saw this long body moving down the edge. I immediately called out BIG TROUT but it seemed too easy and I dismissed it as a mullet. Instinct had taken over at once and the cast was already shot out and lay past the cruising fish. The sun shined soon her back and the large spots popped out at me like alarm lights. The DOA SHRIMP pulled up right beside her and she bolted over and I hailed the bait. She dove over the edge and streaked into the channel. I turned the fish back towards the beach and she came charging at the boat. She jumped up on the shallow edge making a burping wake and scattered mullet and baitfish like an explosion. She finally came to hand
Nearshore Gulf fishing good The Gulf is about to lay flat and the best of nearshore offshore fishing is about to bust open. The king fishing is crazy as well as the state water snapper. Amberjack season opened up
Short trips close in the Laguna Madre have been dominated bye lots of action on good keepers and some good trout mixed in along with reds. We caught this trout along the Flour Bluff shoreline. and if you think you are tough enough for one of these guys, you better pull your shorts up and get ready. We saw a boat hook up on a sail fish at the
Fishing memories last forever. along the boat and we all jumped and high fived. When you sight cast a big trout it stays with you for a long time, maybe forever. This is the time for magic things to happen, every day. Come find your adventure. Joey Farah 361-442-8145.
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On the Rocks By Jay Gardner Wow, I can’t believe how time flies. This is the 300th article I’ve written for the Island Moon. When Moon Mike asked me to write “just one little article” about the Island, I had no idea that 7 years later I would still be “subjecting innocent readers to the meanderings and musings of an amateur writer.” This makes get a little misty thinking about Two Seas, Irma and Moe, and of course Moon Mike. Wish he was still around to see what all is going on with the Island these days. He’d be right in the thick of things. So I’ve received several emails regarding my recent article about the history of the JFK Causeway and the Island. Fellow Moon writers have also put out some great articles lately due to the revived interest in the South Loop. I’ll divulge you loyal readers again this week with some tidbits and pieces of Island history, taken from a set of newspaper articles that I was bequeathed by John Elliff, deceased former Nueces County Parks Director. The Island was a very different place back in the 1950’s as evidenced by scrolling back the time function on Google Earth. It shows the area being largely devoid of vegetation with many low, shifting sand dunes. This was due to cattle grazing, and the un-named storm of 1933 that swept the Island (and also destroyed the Don Patricio causeway). In addition, the Navy used the Island as a bombing range during World War II, and they “might” have started a few grass fires. Ha! But, the shifting sands were so much of concern to the Commissioners Court and Parks Board that in March of 1949 (in advance of the construction of the current causeway) they constructed 27,600 feet of sand fencing (at the cost of $7,000) to build the Island up to over 2.5 feet. In addition, they also planted 21,600 salt cedars on the Island at the causeway approaches and 3,255 trees in the beach park (Padre Balli) to help with stabilization. Evidently the sand fencing worked, as we now have a 20 foot tall dune ridge all along the Island (stopping driving in the dunes also went a long way in helping the Island stabilize; something that has started to occur again recently and it needs to be nipped
in the bud by law enforcement). However, the trees evidently didn’t work too well, as there are almost none of them remaining today. However, you can see a couple of the trees DID make it, as there is still a “grove” of salt cedars (Australian pines) right at the intersection of Aquarius where the new light is going in. Now you know how tall a 67 year old Australian pine tree is. Originally there were supposed to be three County parks out on the Island. Padre Balli, which was the top priority, was completed by the early 1950’s. Packery Channel Park was the second priority as a park, however, there weren’t plans for concessionaires, bathhouses, etc. like were planned for Padre Balli. Nueces County, however, 65 years later, used a CIAP grant to make a great boardwalk and birding habitat centerpiece at Packery Channel. The third park, however, wasn’t mentioned much, but is on the early maps. It was supposed to be a park on the bay side where it was planned to have motorboat rentals and “fishing opportunities.” The rendering shows boat slips, a boat launch, and some artificial spoil islands that were marked “Inland water sports”, presumably for water skiing. The smaller bay-side park was part of the original deal with the Jones family and Nueces County, however it obviously never came to fruition. Or did it? Evidently Nueces County sold the park land at some point in time to the Padre Island Investment Corp, who then dredged canals sometime between 1979 and 1985, but never bulkheaded or finished them. The park was to be located at the general location of Cape Summer, which all you locals know as the Ski Canals. So maybe the County didn’t develop it as a park, and then it hasn’t developed to be more homes, but the original purpose of the County Park maintains itself today as a place where people can go water skiing. Fate, sometimes, cannot be avoided, despite what we might think otherwise. Well, it’s been a long fun ride so far folks, thanks for tuning in again this week. Drop me a line at tarponchaser@mail.com and I’ll see you On the Rocks.
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U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Breaks Ground By Todd Hunter, District 32
Cont. from A1 completion by 2021, the new Harbor Bridge will be the longest precast cable stayed bridge in the United States. In this week’s article, I would like to share with you some key information about the plans for the new Harbor Bridge, including the history of the project and its significance to our area.
of the new bridge will also include both inside and outside shoulders, a center median, and a full-length pedestrian walkway. This addition will help protect driver safety as well as allow for increased traffic capacity during a hurricane evacuation. One of the most important hallmarks of the new Harbor Bridge project is the increase in vertical clearance above the Corpus Christi
On the Go! By Chef Vita Jarrin It feels like summer has just begun and here we are getting ready to go back to school. Parents are buying supplies, clothes, uniforms and plenty of snacks to fill lunch boxes, back packs and pantries.
In 2003, a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) concluded the current bridge would need to undergo major improvements to correct structural deficiencies and address serious safety concerns. In addition to these issues, research also showed that the current Harbor Bridge would need significant enhancements to improve connectivity to other roadways and meet growing traffic demands. With this in mind, local, state and federal officials and community stakeholders began evaluating the different options to best address these issues. As a result, the U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project plan was developed.
Although I too like granola bars and healthy snacks on the go… I think it becomes more of a common routine than a short fix. Unfortunately breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Therefore, I thought about what foods could possibly fix this and change the way we think about breakfast. How to make it easier and quicker without removing the nutritional value of a hot meal!
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In developing the project, it was important that the plans met certain criteria such as ensuring traffic safety and long-term durability. The new bridge’s state of the art design will be executed using materials and technologies that will allow for a lifespan of 170 years. For example, the bridge will be constructed using concrete instead of steel in order to increase its resiliency to corrosion. As with the current Harbor Bridge, the new structure will also include six traffic lanes. However, unlike the current bridge, the roadway
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The U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project is expected to take place over the course of five years, with a completion date set for April 2021. In addition to the new bridge, project plans also include the construction of a new interchange connecting the major roadways in the area as well as the reconstruction of portions of Interstate 37 and State Highway 286. Once the project is completed, the original Harbor Bridge will be demolished. You can learn more information about TxDOT and the criteria used in planning this project by visiting the agency’s website online here: http://www.txdot.gov/ . For more information about the U.S. 181 Harbor Bridge Replacement Project, including progress updates and construction timelines, please visit the project website here: http://www.harborbridgeproject. com . If you have any questions regarding the Texas Legislature or the information included in this week’s article, please don’t hesitate to contact either my Capitol or District office. My offices are available at any time to assist with questions, concerns or comments (Capitol Office, 512463-0672; District Office, 361-949-4603). Rep. Hunter represents Nueces (Part) County. He can be contacted at todd.hunter@house. state.tx.us or at 512-463-0672
1 1/2 C Whole Milk 3 Whole Eggs
So if you are looking for a great breakfast for yourself and or your family… this is a great cheat that beats a hard granola bar. Once completed, the new bridge will serve as a replacement for the original Harbor Bridge, which was built over the course of three years beginning in 1956. Following its completion in 1959, the bridge’s iconic through arch design became one of the most recognizable landmarks in the area. Throughout the years, however, maintaining the Harbor Bridge has proved a difficult and costly endeavor. The bridge’s steel truss, for example, is highly susceptible to corrosion from the wind, heat, and saltwater of our coastal environment. Meanwhile, many of the World War II era safety and design standards used in the construction of the bridge are now considered outdated.
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However, I find that mornings can be super busy with getting everyone out of bed, washed and dressed to start the day. . Working parents, in particular are busy getting themselves out that same door in the morning. The easiest fix is to grab a granola bar and a juice box and out the door everyone goes.
Although I’m not a huge fan of microwaves, they do serve a purpose sometimes. Speedy cooking is one of them. Seeing that using microwaves to make cupcakes, and scrambled eggs, is successful, I wanted to see just how long it would take for me to make a French toast in a cup in the microwave. I wanted to make sure I wasn’t compromising of the flavor, the texture, and overall experience of a delicious French toast breakfast. Well let me tell you… that it was delicious, nutritious and it only took 8 minutes to fix and cook. I also discovered that by making the batter the night before, you can still reduce the prep time by about 4 minutes.
Ship Channel. Currently, the Harbor Bridge has a vertical clearance of 138 feet, which limits the size of vessels that can pass underneath. Under the new project plans, this distance will be increased to 205 feet. This increase in navigational clearance will serve as an economic catalyst to the Coastal Bend economy by enabling larger cargo vessels to pass through the Corpus Christi Ship Channel to and from the Port of Corpus Christi.
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Extra syrup for drizzling over cup when cooked Directions: Cut your buns or Texas toast in strips and then large cubes and set aside In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, milk and remaining ingredients minus the chocolate chips. Soak the bread in egg mixture and toss in the chocolate chips. Fill a microwave safe cup or microwave safe container with bread and custard mixture and microwave for 4 minutes. Container will be hot, please be careful. Remove from microwave and let cook for 5 minutes, and drizzle with syrup. Add a spoon and breakfast is served. If you want to make it a savory French toast or in reality bread pudding, you can omit syrup and add less sugar and add chunks of cooked bacon, or cooked sausage, ham and toss in some cheese and there you will have a fresh take on breakfast in a cup.
Tip of the Week: Make the egg custard mixture the night before and you can even cut the bread and store in a Ziploc bag so that the next morning all you have to do is combine all the ingredients, add chips, cook and serve. Just another tip to make the process easier and quicker for those busy mornings. If you are feeding the entire family at the table and you don’t need the individual togo portions… double or triple your recipe and put mixture into a casserole and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes. Voila! Breakfast is served. Enjoy yourself, get creative, try new things and most of all have fun!!! Happy Eats!
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Police Blotter The Corpus Christi Animal Control and Vector Services received a confirmation of West Nile virus in mosquitoes trapped in the 1200 block of Main Dr., 2800 block of Dempsey St., 400 Bartlett St., 9000 Stock Dr., and 5900 Colorado from a test that was submitted July 26, 2016. A total of 5 detections at 5 different locations.
Stolen guns 22 firearms were reported stolen from vehicles in Corpus Christi in July which brings the total to 88 for the year. Only 25 recovered.
Police Calls The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 976 calls for service and generated 245 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. August 1 to 7:00 a.m. on August 2, Island Police Calls 9000 block State Highway 361 9:06 a.m. August 7 Assault 14200 block SPID 7:08 a.m. August 3 Alarm/Vehicle impound/No driver’s license/No insurance 13700 block Tajamar 9:09 a.m. August 2 Alarm 14500 block Compass 1:53 a.m. August 2 Evading arrest with vehicle 11500 block Gulf Beach 2:40 p.m. August 4 Assault with injury/Assault 14000 block Windward 12:29 p.m. August 4 Indecent Exposure 14700 block Aquarius 1:30 a.m. August 6 Criminal Mischief $750-$2500 14800 block Aquarius 1 a.m. August 6 Criminal Mischief/$100-$750 13500 block Queen Johanna 1 p.m. August 6 Terroristic threat 13800 block Doubloon 4:22 a.m. Alarm
Texas Oilfield Relief Initiative Kicks Off Goal is to help oil and gas producers during market downturn Railroad Commissioner this week released details of its month to 50 mcfg per month or any reported production in Texas Oilfield Relief Initiative as the first rule amendments of each month for a consecutive 12 month period (SWR 15). the project were rolled out during the Commissioners’ open Implement a revised internal inspection priority system so conference. The initiative improves efficiencies for the state’s Commission inspectors prioritize drilling rig inspections and energy regulatory body, as well as oil and gas producers hydraulic fracture treatments in sensitive areas like cities or working to sustain business operations during the current wetlands without affecting other inspections. downturn in the energy sector. The initiative will reduce the regulatory administrative burden on industry while ensuring the The agency’s new on-line completion program calculates the Commission continues to protect the public and environment. depth of cement behind casing (cement tops) using washout The initiative will save extensive time for our staff and tens of factors that have been used by the Commission for decades. A millions of dollars for oil and gas operators. This initiative serves review of these washout factors should be conducted to determine as phase one of a long-term effort to streamline our operations whether different washout factors should be used in certain that our executive director and staff will continue to carry out.” areas of the state to calculate cement tops. This will expedite According to the Commission the initiative resulted from the process of verifying compliance with these rules for both a comprehensive review of the Commission’s regulatory operators and the agency without compromising well integrity. processes, and takes careful consideration to avoid weakening The Groundwater Advisory Unit (GAU) will identify counties public and environmental protections, correlative rights, or measures designed to prevent the waste of resources. or portions of counties in which the usable quality water The initiative has been popular with industry-related members: protection depth is constant. Those areas will be eligible for areawide recommendations for meeting surface casing requirements, “With the current industry downturn, at stake is the survival of streamlining regulatory requirements for industry. the state’s small producers and the oil industry’s many marginal Issue guidance for implementation of the Texas Environmental, wells, which make up 85 percent of total U.S. oil wells and Health & Safety Audit Privilege Act, permitting operators of new 18 percent of the nation’s total oil output,” said Judy Stark, Panhandle Producers and Royalty Owners Association Executive property to identify and remedy violations resulting previous to Vice President. “During this critical time, Commissioner Christi their ownership. This ensures compliance without punishing an Craddick’s initiative will provide relief to Texas’ independent operator not responsible for the cause of the violation. producers, the backbone of both our state and nation’s oil Conduct an extensive review of all Railroad Commission forms industry. For that, PPROA’s members are truly grateful.” required for application and reporting purposes and determine Commissioner Craddick’s Texas Oilfield Relief Initiative whether data collected is currently used or no longer necessary. includes the following items for implementation: Eliminate forms no longer useful to the Commission’s regulatory functions to reduce regulatory administrative burden on staff and Identify agency reports and filings that can be reduced or industry. eliminated, saving operating costs without impacting public or environmental safety.
Amend Statewide Rule (SWR) 28 to modify gas well deliverability reporting requirements. Reduce the need for G-10 (Gas Well Status Report) filings except for surface commingled production.
15100 block Crossjack 9 p.m. August 5 Criminal mischief $100-$750
Allow a calculated well shut-in pressure to be provided when filing Form G-10 for gas wells to reduce regulatory administrative burden.
15200 block SPID 11:16 a.m. August 5 Assault by contact/ Assault
Amend production requirements for marginal and stripper wells to reduce regulatory administrative burdens.
15300 block Cruiser 1 a.m. August 5 Burglary of motor vehicle
Simplify the complete duplication of a drilling permit application with a sworn statement of no changes to the original application. The operator would then pay the fee for reissuance of the permit, speeding up the review process and reducing regulatory administrative burden for both the agency and industry.
14500 block West Chesapeake 9:30 a.m. August 6 Theft $2500-$30,000
Revise “Active Oil Well” definition from ten barrels of oil (BO) per month for 3 consecutive months to five BO per month for 3 consecutive months or any reported production in each month for a consecutive 12 month period (SWR 15).
Whitecap/Windward 9:42 p.m. August 4 DWI with child
Revise “Active Gas Well” definition from 100 mcfg per
Apply Now For City Beach and Park Vendor Permits Are you looking for a place to sell your food or other goods? The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department is accepting applications from vendors to sell their food or goods at its City beaches and parks. These vendor services are designed to enhance the experience of our beach and park visitors. Six-month Vending Permits from September 2016 to February 2017 will be issued to vendors. This will not affect current vendors approved through August. Applications are now being accepted until 5pm on Wednesday, August 17, 2016 from vendors seeking permits to operate at City beaches or parks. Applications will be reviewed, and if necessary a drawing will be held, to determine vendor locations. Permits will be issued no later than 30 days prior to beginning of the permit period. Vendors selected to receive permits may be required to undergo and pass background checks prior to issuing permits. The application is available on the City of Corpus Christi website at http://www.cctexas.com/ customer-service-center/online-services/city-permit-forms/ index. Completed applications and required documentation for vending permits must be submitted to staff in person or by email at any of the following locations:
15200 block Windward 9:30 p.m. August 7 Burglary of motor vehicle 15300 block Leeward 11 p.m. August 4 Theft of vehicle parts $100-$750 15400 block Cruiser 11 p.m. August 5 Criminal mischief $100-$750 Salt Cay/Port O Call 8:32 p.m. August 5 Assault 15400 block Fortuna Bay 10:50 a.m. August 7 Warrant 13700 block Hawksnest Bay 9 p.m. August 5 Criminal mischief $100-$750 16100 block Cuttysark 1:30 a.m. August 6 Criminal mischief $100-$750
Parks & Recreation Department’s Special Events Office at Galvan House in Heritage Park; 1581 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401. Contact Laura Jasso at 361826-3417 or Laura@cctexas.com . Gulf Beach Operations Office at 8185 HWY 361, Corpus Christi, Texas 78418. Contact Martha Lawhon at 361-8263469 or MarthaL@cctexas.com . Parks & Recreation Department Office at City Hall, 3rd Floor; 1201 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401. Contact Jose Ramirez at 361-826-PLAY.
15700 block Finistere 7 p.m. August 2 Theft $100 15800 block SPID 1:18 a.m. 8:15 a.m. 12:51 a.m. August 6 Alarms 15800 block SPID 7:29 a.m. August 4 Alarm 15800 block SPID 6:15 p.m. August 7 6:15 p.m. Theft $100-$750/Theft $100-$750 14200 block Allamanda 9:41 p.m. August 7 Assault
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15% Island population in the 0 to 20 year age group
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12% Corpus Christi residents over 65 years of age
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17% Island residents over 65 years of age
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36% Corpus Christi households with children living at home
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17% Island households with children living at home
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15% Corpus Christi residents without high school education
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5% (less than) Islanders without a high school education
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21% Corpus Christi residents with bachelor’s degree or higher
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54% Island residents with bachelor’s degree or higher
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$49,675 Corpus Christi median household income
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$95,871 Island median household income
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13% Corpus Christi median household income below the poverty level
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5% (less than) Island households below the poverty level
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Waterfront Homes Sold
14801 Aquarius 47 Waterfront Lots Listed From$125,000-$6,000,000
Interior Lots Sold
$195,275 Citywide median home values (Texas A&M Real Estate Center) Increased from $155,169 in 2011, a 27% increase. (Source: American Community Survey)
13510 Ducat
13938 Lafitte
14230 San Felipe
15306 Barataria
15386 Caravel
13810 Whitecap
13837 Halyard
15733 Gypsy
$360,000 Island median home value (Estimated based on 27% increase since last Island census tract report in 2011 which showed Island census median home value of $284,900)
15862 Punta Espada Loop
15737 Gypsy
14317 Dorsal
15142 Barataria
13742 A La Entrada
15129 Crossjack
Average Sales Price $356,671
15822 Gypsy
110 Waterfront Homes Listed From $244,900- $3,500,000
13969 Jacktar
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27,751 Number of total acres on The Island
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16,000 acres Parkland on The Island
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30% Vacant land on The Island (nonparkland)
TWIA Rates Skyrocket Over Since 2000 TWIA Estimated Residential Use of Premium at 2015 Rate Level
Interior Lot Homes
15733 Finistere
15229 Capstan
15537 Escapade
15850 El Soccorro Loop
15329 Dasmarinas
13970 Jackfish
15305 Dasmarinas
13942 Whitecap
13805 Longboat
13966 Jibstay
15425 Cuttysark
15418 Dyna
15445 Cuttysark
15206 Capstan
13954 Windjammer
13926 Sea Anchor
13826 Longboat
13990 Lanyard
15713 Escapade
13914 Whitecap
15729 Escapade
Average Sales Price $235,990
15626 Escapade
70 Interior Lot Homes Listed From $159,900-$700,000$159,900-$700,000
15630 Dyna
Waterfront Condomiums/Townhomes Sold
15714 Dyna
14810 Windward #211
15505 Finistere
14802 Windward #228
15841 Portillo
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Stop Trashing the Recycling Bin
By MayBeth Christenson
TWIA Board of Directors Votes for No Rate Increase For the first time in six consecutive years, the board of directors of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association voted not to increase rates on TWIA policy holders.
The Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce has spent the last decade fighting for the rights of TWIA policy holders. During the 84th Texas Legislature, the fourteen coastal counties affected by TWIA were able to pass legislation that not only makes TWIA financially stable in order to be prepared for a 1 in 100 year storm, but by also changing the make-up of the Board of Directors to ensure fairness to coastal residents. The new board is made up of 3 insurance industry representatives, 3 coastal residents, and three non-coastal residents with pertinent areas of expertise. The vote at
For several years, the City has provided a large RECYCLE bin which was placed on our boat ramp across from the office. For those who complain the “City doesn’t do anything for the Island,” this along with the Litter Critter have been 2 of the most visible things the City has worked with us on providing a convenient way for our residents to dispose of trash and recyclables. Rather than having to drive to the landfill, these have been conveniences for our residents. We have posted signs that the bin was a RECYLE bin, but some folks decided if they threw the signs away, the bin somehow became a trash bin. So, because of a few residents who cannot follow the rules or think the rules do not apply to them, the recycle bin will no longer be available. Following is the email I received this week from the Director of Solid Waste:
have not brought it back due to the last 4 loads being hauled to the transfer station and disposed of as trash, very little recyclable material. Someone opened the rear door and slid in two appliances (washer n dryer), several microwave ovens, tires, blow up mattresses, glass, garden hoses, exhaust pipe from a car, engine parts, house hold garbage, yard clippings, motor oil (which contaminated entire load).” So, until we can figure out a way to have our residents follow the rules without someone watching over them, the recycle container will not be available. The Litter Critter will continue on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at the wastewater treatment plant at the west end of Whitecap from 7 AM to 4 PM. NOTE – it is NOT at the POA office and do not just leave stuff at the gates by the treatment plant. Please follow the rules.
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Monday’s board meeting was 3 to 6, the split was along industry lines. Texas Windstorm Coalition representative, Greg Smith, was in attendance. “After twelve rate increases in fifteen years Coastal Consumers cannot afford another windstorm increase. I am pleased with TWIA’s decision not to raise rates for the thirteenth time and proud to be a voice along with the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce and our partners up and down the Texas Coast for policyholders at the TWIA board of directors at the Galveston meeting.” The Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce will continue to advocate for affordable and effective Windstorm Insurance for the Texas Gulf Coast.
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Sunset Yoga in the Park: Stretch, let your mind relax and enjoy the natural beauty at Sunset Yoga in the Park at 7pm. Meet certified yoga instructor Lianne Thomas for easy Hatha yoga at the Patsy Jones Amphitheater in Roberts Point Park, 301 J.C. Boulevard. Cost is $2, cash or checks may be made out to COPA (City of Port Aransas). Bring your own mat or use one of the extras. Open to men and women. The schedule for the rest of summer is this class in August, Sept. 6, then back to every week starting in October. Sunset Sounds: Friday, Aug. 12, 7-9 pm – Mikayla Griffin, a young Country and Pop singer. Bring a chair, friends, food, and drink and enjoy an evening of musical entertainment as the sun sets over the Corpus Christi Ship Channel. Series runs monthly April through October at Patsy Jones Amphitheater in Roberts Point Park. Birding on the Boardwalk: The public is invited for a free guided birding tour for anyone, novice to expert. It is held every Wednesday at 9 am at the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center at end of Ross Ave. in Port Aransas. Expert local guide Nan Dietert imparts her knowledge that inhabit or visit the birding center. Tower and a handicapped accessible walkway give plenty of opportunities to see fowl, animal, flora and fauna. Held all year weekly courtesy of Port Aransas Parks and Recreation Department. Nature Walk: Join a Naturalist for walk through trails at the Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie’s Pasture located at end of Port Street. The walk is held the first and third Fridays of the month with this one set for tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 5. Meet at Preserve pavilion at 11am for the free event. Port A RPG Game Night: Port Aransas Parks and Recreation is offering a game night for high school and college student, ages 16 and older. In a controlled environment, gamers will play Pathfinder, Star Wars RPG and Mutants and Masterminds. It is held every Friday and Saturday, 4:30pm to close, in the Girl Scout hut inside Parks and Recreation building, 739 W. Ave. A.. There is no charge to attend. Marlin Academy Afterschool Program: Registration information for children at HG Olsen Elementary School will begin Monday, Aug. 8. Forms will be available at Parks & Rec office and City Hall. Registration will be considered complete when form and payment are turned in. Call Marlin Academy Director Ken Yarbrough at 749-4158
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The Island Moon provides this space for Island organizations. If you are a member of a club and want to get the word out about your events and/or projects send them along and we will get them in. Be sure to include a brief description of what your organization does and a contact person for those interested in joining. Send the info to editor@islandmoon.com and we will include it. Or call us at 9497700. Padre Island Antique Classic Car Club (PIACCC) is open to all vehicles 25 years and older: Antique, Classic, Roadsters, Hot Rods, etc; who would like to meet to plan meetings, socials, rallies, tours, car shows on and around the Island. Please contact piaccarclub@aol.com for information on the upcoming meeting. Please include your contact information and the type of car owned. Padre Island Dog Owners Group (PI DOG). Meets monthly for dog and owner activities, training and education. Free to join! To join, visit padreislanddogpark.com or contact Lyn (lyn.edler@gmail.com) or Bev (bevhoffman@aol.com). PI DOG will NOT meet in July or August. Have a fun filled summer & see you in September! Upcoming Activities: Kiwanis Club of Port Aransas. Kiwanis meet at Noon each Wednesday at Stingray’s, 401 Beach Ave., Port Aransas. For more information please email portakiwanis@ gmail.com. Padre Island Ukulele Club – We meet every other Tuesday night! Call or text Danny Salazar at (316) 877--‐7071 for the next meeting date. Beginners Workshop: 6 to 7 PM and Open Jam: 7 to 8 PM. All Skills levels welcome. Location: Island Joe’s Coffee and Gallery, 13919 SPID, right here on the island. A $3 per person donation covers the workshop, materials and the open jam. Loaner ukuleles available at no extra cost. RSVP online. PadreIslandUkeClub@ gmail.com Padre Island Yacht Club – is welcoming new members. We have Boat slips available now for members. Contact Ralph Ferges, rferges@gmail.com for slip rental information. Check us out as every Friday Night is Happy Hour from 6:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact David Satterwhite, Rear Commodore in charge of Memberships, dgsatterwhite@gmail.com to attend. Padre Island Yacht Club (PIYC) members enjoy small boat Poker Runs, Cruises to area restaurants, Progressive Dinners, 4th of July Boat Parade, extended boat cruises to Palacios, TX. South Padre Island, Ingleside, Rockport, Fulton, and other areas. The Members plan several social events every year including Holiday Events and Potlucks, Dinner Dances, Murder Mysteries, Soup Nights, Chili Cookoffs, Old Fashioned Picnics, Talent Night, Theme Parties such as “Tie One On”, Fab 50’s, Brazilian, Western, and Medieval Nights.
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Padre Island Rotary Club. Padre Island Rotary Club. Of the things we think, say, or do…..Is it the TRUTH?....Is It FAIR to all concerned?... Will it Build GOODWILL and better FRIENDSHIPS?....Will it be BENEFICIAL to all Concerned? If you can meet this 4-way test the Padre Island Rotary is looking for you! Member SIPC
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Island Strategic Action Committee. Is a 14-member committee which meets at 5:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Comfort Suites on Windward Drive. The committee’s purpose is to advise the Corpus Christi City Council on matters
pertaining to The Island. All meetings are open to the public and the public is invited to address the committee during the public comment period. Padre Island Business Association. The association is a not-for-profit organization whose primary purpose is to advertise and promote Padre/Mustang Islands, Flour Bluff and Corpus Christi while advancing the interests of the business community. It is managed by a 9-member board of directors. A membership luncheon is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at The Veranda starting at noon. Mixers are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. The association annually has two fundraising events – Taste of the Island in the fall and a Wine Tasting in the spring. P.I.E. Padre Island Enrichment Club is a ladies only social club open to all owners/ residents of North Padre. We hope to enrich our members through social activities and community involvement and we have A LOT of FUN in the process. We have monthly luncheons (2nd Friday) along with groups of bunco, bridge, spades, craft club and book clubs. We also have social events throughout the year including a monthly “Happy Hour” where the guys join in. We enjoy raising money for scholarships for local graduating seniors as well as other worthy causes in our community. We would love for you to join us and see how PIE can be part of your life. For more info please contact our membership chair Jaki Boyd @ 533-0854 Island United Political Action Committee: Maximize representation of Corpus Christi residents on Padre and Mustang Islands in area government by promoting and supporting, by the endorsement process, proactive and unified voting in non-partisan races and other issues and referendums put to public vote. Meetings are open to the public. IUPAC meets meeting the 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Island Time Sushi Bar and Seafood Grill. Board President - Brent Rourk, Phone 361-2447603 e-mail: brentrourk@yahoo.com. Parrot Heads of Port Aransas – is a notfor-profit organization whose purpose is to assist in community and environmental concerns and provide a variety of social activities for people who wish to volunteer. Founded in 2009 the club motto is “Partying With a Purpose.” To join go to portaransasparrotheads.com or call LuAnn Ferguson, 361 749-5141 or 817 291-7034. POA - Padre Isles Owners Association. The Association’s primary responsibility is to maintain the Common Areas, assess and collect the annual fees and provide information and assistance to property owners. .. Membership in PIPOA is automatic for anyone acquiring record legal title to any property within Padre Isles. Their office is located at 14015 Fortuna Bay Drive on The Island. (361) 949-7025, padreisles@ pipoa.net. ARK – Animal Rehabilitation Keep. Located in Port Aransas the ARK is affiliate with the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Center. They handle the rehabilitation of most species of wildlife in the area with an emphasis on marine animals. They care for about 1300 animals each year, including about 300 sea turtles and more than 100 species of birds. If you find an animal in peril they can help Tony Amos is the Director. 750 Channel View Dr. Port Aransas. 361 749-6793, 361 442-7638. afamos@mail.utexas.edu. Island’s PIPPs Chapter of Corpus Christi Red Hat Society. In 2004 a group of Island ladies got together under a Palapa and founded the Padre Island Palapa Pals (PIPPs). Our only rule is that there are no rules! We are all about fun and friendship. We meet once a month for lunch and various fun outings from cupcake making to CPR. ISLAND ROVERS: Walks every Saturday 3-4 miles or less along the beach, depending on peoples fitness and desires. Meets every Saturday, at 0745 at Padre Balli Park Office South of Encantada, in the parking lot between the office and the RV park. Walk starts at 8am. No competition, just conversation and healthy fitness. Find us on Facebook! Padre Island Book Wine & Spirits. This is the Island book club. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at Island Time Sushi Bar and Grill at 7:00 pm. Wonderful group of ladies that like to read, love socializing with the girls and drinking wine! Come out and join us we would love to have you! Contact Linda Walsh, lawalshva@ yahoo.com or 361-445-7999, or just show up!
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Three Chords and the Truth
By Ronnie Narmour ronnienarmour@gmail.com
Billy Blues lives…
My hair is on fire. I finally escaped the island and hey, shocker, you don’t need a passport. I had mine ready just in case. My old pal from San Antonio, Southside Jimmy Spacek, called me up a few weeks ago and invited me to the Anniversary of a jam I started at Billy Blues 30 years ago. It’s now called Sam’s Burger Joint. I was honored to be included. So I loaded up Shorty and Baby and we jumped the creek. Except for a quick over-nighter to Austin a few months ago to see Lazy Lester at Antone’s, I haven’t been past Corpus since Christmas. It was a little hairy in the super aggressive traffic at first. We barely putt around in Port A. So I parked my truck at a motel close to Sam’s and called my pal Pete Desopo to do the driving. First stop was my old friend George Todt’s bar, Barfly’s, at Broadway and 410. George is a part time resident of Port A and a great fellow. When 8:00 rolled around, me and Pete headed down to Sam’s for an epic performance. I started this jam around 1994 with the late Rodney Warner. When Rodney’s health began to fail, Jimmy Spacek and R.B. Blackstone took the helm and took this show to another level. We advertised it as a “Pro Jam” which mean only working musicians were invited onto the stage. We had such S.A. luminary as Al Gomez, Rocky Morales, Luis Bustos (Westside Horns), Butch Morgtan, Randy Garibay, Augie Meyers, Albert Garcia and on and on and on performing every week. It wasn’t uncommon to have five
The Westside Horns with Ruben V at Sam’s Burger Joint in San Antonio last week or six horns going and a dozen people on stage at any given moment. Jimmy got me on stage to talk about the old days. I did many, many import shows with a lot of the old Chicago blues greats (James Cotton, Pinetop Perkins, Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, Hubert Sumlin, etc) as well at the Louisiana crop (C.J. Chenier, Rosie Ledet, John and Gino DeLafosse, Natan & the Zydeco Cha Chas, etc) and all the Austin blues greats that Clifford Antone brought down (Lavelle White, Lazy Lester, Lou Ann Barton, Angela Strehli, Derek O’Brien, etc, etc). There
Saxon Pub, Antone’s and C-Boy’s…
The next day I headed up Austin way and camped out at my buddy, Charlie “Preacher” Keen’s, beautiful house on Lake Travis in Volente. We didn’t go into town for a couple of days and just chilled on the lake. The lake if finally back up and the water temperature was perfect. This is exactly what the doctor ordered. But when Friday rolled around I was ready to go hear some music. First stop was Happy Hour at the famous old South Austin haunt, Saxon Pub. I couldn’t miss this. The band was four of the old Austin elite. First of all, two of the original members of Paul Ray and the Cobras: Denny Freeman and Rodney Craig were there. I’ve known Rodney since little league baseball in Lubbock. Hell, I’ve gone to all four of his weddings. The Cobras played every Sunday night at Antone’s when I was a young bartender there in the mid 70’s. They also had another
John X Reed, Rodney Craig, Speedy Sparks and Denny Freeman at the Saxon Pub in Austin last Friday old Lubbockite on stage, John X Reed (Super Natural Family Band) and bassist Speed Sparks (Texas Tonadoes). It was like old home week. We ran into Daddy Dale West of the Free Beer Band at the Saxon and all jumped in for Mexican food, South Austin style. Next on the agenda was Antone’s. I can’t go anywhere near Antone’s without paying homage. One of my oldest friends, Little Eddie Stout and his band the Ever
L-R Preacher Keen, George Rains, Ronnie Narmour and Steve Dean at C-Boys last weekend Readies was opening for Ted Roddy. Eddie has been a pal of min since about 1978 when his band, the Dynatones (with David Murray on guitar) used to practice in my seafood market on West 5th. After Antone’s we headed over to South Congress to catch Jimmy Vaughan and Mike Flannigan at C-Boy’s (the
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Mike Flannigan and Jimmy Vaughan at C-Boys on S. Congress in Austin last weekend old Donna’s Club of which I have many stories). Jimmy and Mike had the incomparable George Rains on drums. George is one of the greatest shuffle drummers in the history of the blues. He’s Soul Man Sam and right there with the Gary Clark Jr. at C-Boys last Friday late great Freddie Pharaoh who played with Stevie Ray, Lou Ann and W.C. in the great Triple Threat Revue of the 70’s. I hadn’t seen Jimmy Vaughan in quite a while… I think it may have been as long as Doug Sahm’s funeral in 1999. Jimmy used to play every Monday night at Antone’s when I worked there with the Fabulous Thunderbirds circ 1976. The icing on the cake was when blues star Gary Clark Jr. took over Jimmy’s guitar and Sould Man Sam took the mic to play a rousing rendition of B.B. King’s The Thrill is Gone. It couldn’t have been a greater night. My timing was on.
We had a ton of great shows coming this weekend. First of all, Stewart Mann and Statesboro Revue will play Brewster Street tonight, Thursday the 11th. I mistakenly reported they were playing The Back Porch which was wrong. I’m told Stewart’s voice is back in great shape after recently undergoing throat surgery and this will be a great show to see. On Friday, cosmic cowboy pioneer, Gary P. Nunn, will play the Back Porch, old school R&B purists, Duke E. Brown, will play the Wild Horse, variety band Three In A Row will play Treasure Island and Coach Jim Dugan Greezy Wheels will play will Shorty’s on Saturday. play the Gaff. On Saturday, the show to catch will be the storied Greezy Wheels (Austin, TX) at Shorty’s. Don’t even talk to me again if you miss this show. These guys are part of the reason Austin is famous for music. Also on Saturday, country crooner Max Stalling (Dallas, TX) will play the Porch, rockabilly wild man Matt Hole is at Giggity’s, Sting reincarnate Scarecrow People is at Treasure Island and blues rocker John Cortez is at the Drop Anchor. That ought to keep you busy for a while. ♫ ♪ And, that’s the truth ♪ ♫
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Friday, August 12 Gary P. Nunn @ Back Porch Duke E. Brown @ Wild Horse Three In a Row @ Treasure Island Jim Dugan @ The Gaff Red Giant @ Giggity’s Billy Snipes & the Rasta Cowboys @ Shorty’s Mikayla Griffin @ Sunset Sounds James Little @ Brewster Street Reverend’s Daughter @ Rockit’s OT Genasis, A-Ro, Paul Wall @ Concrete Street
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