CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — There are growing signs that millions in federal funding could soon be headed to the Coastal Bend. Money that could potentially cover the cost of a major desalination project in the Corpus Christi area.
The possible investment comes at a critical time as Corpus Christi faces increasing pressure over its shrinking water supply.
There is growing anticipation that federal money could soon flow into the region and help pay for one of two massive desalination projects. City, state and federal leaders have been lobbying aggressively for financial support in hopes of easing the enormous cost that would otherwise fall on local taxpayers…