The Brief: Water Curtailment, Economic Development & Coastal Bend Advocacy w/ Sarah Tindall

In this episode of The Brief, we sit down with Sarah Tindall — Chief Operating Officer of the Corpus Christi Economic Development Corporation — to talk about the issues currently shaping business and economic growth in the Coastal Bend. From the growing concerns around water curtailment to the role of economic development organizations in responding to potential crises, Sarah explains how local leaders are working to protect businesses and keep the regional economy moving forward. We also discuss how the EDC is partnering with local contractors, engineers, and builders to help businesses reduce water usage and prepare for potential restrictions — while keeping resources and spending within the local community. Beyond water infrastructure, the conversation explores regional advocacy in Washington, D.C., economic development collaboration across South Texas, and new industrial investment along the Gulf Coast, including the potential impact of a large refinery project announced at the Port of Brownsville. Topics include:• What water curtailment could mean for local businesses • How the EDC is preparing a response plan to support the business community • Partnering with local contractors to reduce water use and protect operations • The Coastal Bend advocacy trip to Washington, D.C. • Why regional collaboration matters for economic growth • The potential economic impact of new refinery investment on the Gulf CoastThe Brief is where policy meets business — from City Hall to the state Capitol to Washington, D.C. — with a focus on jobs, infrastructure, and opportunity in Corpus Christi.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on the policies shaping our regional economy.