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Residents press San Patricio County on industrial growth plan, seek answers on water and health
Summary
San Patricio County Commissioners Court heard extended public comment and follow-up discussion about the county's proposed industrial growth plan, with residents pressing the court for clearer water planning, health studies and more public participation before adoption.
San Patricio County Commissioners Court heard extended public comment and follow-up discussion about the county's proposed industrial growth plan during its morning session. Community members raised concerns about water availability, air and chemical exposures, protection of wetlands and buffers, and the level of public engagement before the plan is adopted.
The most direct appeal came from Chloe Torres of Corpus Christi, who said, "I'm here to voice concerns about the San Pat industrial plan," and asked, "Where are we gonna get the water for all of this development?" Several other speakers cited health and environmental studies and urged the court to postpone action until residents had had more input.
Why it matters: speakers and some commissioners said the plan could affect drinking-water supplies, air quality, and neighborhoods bordering proposed industrial sites. Commenters repeatedly referenced the…
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