City memo confirms removal of Corpus Christi’s decorative crosswalks to comply with state order

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Several pieces of public art in Corpus Christi, including two of the city’s most recognizable crosswalks, are slated for removal following a statewide directive from Gov. Greg Abbott ordering cities to eliminate non-standard roadway markings, according to a City of Corpus Christi Public Works memo.

The memo, issued Thursday, states that failure to comply could result in the suspension of TxDOT agreements or the loss of state and federal road funding. The city was given 30 days to remove or modify all non-compliant markings.

Public Works officials identified the following locations for removal:…

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