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District 3 Councilmember Eric Cantu announced the updated cost estimate for the Inner Harbor desalination project is $978.7 million, down from $1.2 billion. The City of Corpus Christi ended its contract with Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. due to escalating costs and concerns over financial impacts on ratepayers.

A new agreement with Corpus Christi Desal Partners aims to provide clearer cost projections. The council will discuss the proposal in their upcoming meeting, amid ongoing debates regarding ecological risks and community impacts.