Industrial Water Fees on Ballot | San Antonio News

Corpus Christi voters are about to decide whether big industries like ExxonMobil and Valero should pay steep water surcharges during droughts — with a ballot measure backed by nearly 13,000 signatures poised to reshape how water is priced in the region. Triggered by record-low reservoir levels last May, the Fair Water Amendment proposes dramatic rate hikes: 70% when reservoirs dip below 30%, 140% at 20%, and a staggering 280% during declared emergencies. While city officials warn of legal challenges — especially for non-city water buyers and potential state-level fights — the council voted to put it on the ballot despite legal advice suggesting it might be blocked. Activists see this as a historic win for community power, now launching an education campaign to turn out voters before November’s election. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/521d572ef7ff85a0