A significant tribute to military service is taking shape at Corpus Christi’s bayfront. Sherrill Veterans Memorial Park Military Monument Installation Project is underway. However, delays have left a large portion of the site fenced off and residents asking when the area will reopen.
The centerpiece of the first phase of the project is bringing in a restored United States Army Bell Huey helicopter, which will sit atop a 15-foot steel pedestal in the park’s southeast corner. The steel pedestal has been placed at the park as restoration efforts continue.
Construction began earlier this year as part of a long-term vision to revitalize the space and better honor local veterans.
“There’s so many programs that go on down there,from July Fourth, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, that we want them to be proud,” said Robert Dodd, Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Director.
On December 3, 2024, the Mayor and Council awarded a $715,000 contract to Marshall Company Ltd. to transport and install the helicopter at the park, located at 222 South Shoreline Boulevard. The project is funded through the voter-approved 2024 Parks Bond…