Corpus Christi Water Chief Operating Officer Drew Molly is leaving his post after serving the city for nearly three years.
Molly joined the City of Corpus Christi in September 2022 as the Director of Water Systems and Support Services. He later served as Interim Chief Operating Officer in September 2023 before being officially appointed to the role in January 2024.
With more than 16 years in municipal government, Molly has overseen critical projects to strengthen the city’s water supply and infrastructure. During an interview with KRIS 6 News, Molly pointed to Corpus Christi’s history of drawing surface water from three different river basins but stressed the need to go further. His long-term strategy included advancing the inner harbor seawater desalination project, expanding the use of reclaimed water, and helping secure new groundwater supplies…