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After new state lifeguard law, Nueces County explores ESD‑run model and regional funding options
Summary
Commissioners and coastal safety officials discussed the state lifeguard law (named in testimony for a local victim) and considered an operational model in which the local Emergency Services District would run a professional lifeguard program funded by county, city and ESD contributions. Short‑term county exposure was estimated at roughly $440–450k to meet new requirements.
County staff and coastal safety officials briefed the commissioners on state legislation passed this session that increases lifeguard requirements at piers and jetties. Patricia Shipton and Joel Romo summarized the bill’s intent and stakeholder input, emphasizing that legislators sought to improve beach safety after a local fatality. Local practitioners…
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