Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) commemorated the groundbreaking for the reconstruction of its Port Ayers Transfer Station.
The fiesta-themed celebration was at the upcoming location for the CCRTA’s second-busiest transfer station, which is adjacent to the transfer station’s current setting.
In November 2019, CCRTA was awarded a $7.2 million federal grant through the Buses and Bus Facilities – 5339(b) program to improve several capital projects, including the Port Ayers Transfer Station, CCRTA Operations Center parking lots and two stops at a higher education facility’s campus in development. Port Ayers Transfer Station is a central hub for transportation disadvantaged individuals, with the transfer station accessible to nearby government offices, health clinics, restaurants and shopping centers. Port Ayers Transfer Station is also vital for college students, as the city’s primary community college, Del Mar College, is just down the street (1.2 miles away) from the transfer station.
“CCRTA will continue to move forward, improve transit mobility in the area and bring our infrastructure up to date. This groundbreaking represents your efforts and hard work,” said CCRTA CEO Jorge G. Cruz-Aedo.
The current Port Ayers Transfer Station began service in 1995 and has served the west and central parts of Corpus Christi, Texas, for more than 26 years. The transfer station is more than a decade past its 15-year useful life.
“The Port Ayers Transfer Station has been a vital part of our transit system since its introduction, and with the start of reconstruction, we hope that it can continue to energize the community with high quality transportation services,” said Edward Martinez, chair, CCRTA Board of Directors.
The transfer station’s reconstruction will significantly advance public transportation in the area by improving safety, security, reliability and accessibility for the Coastal Bend community.
“The Port Ayers Transfer Station will help connect our current and future generations of residents to essential services for years to come. I look forward to seeing our emerging community thrive alongside the upcoming reconstruction,” said Paulette M. Guajardo, mayor of Corpus Christi.
CCRTA’s Board of Directors, executive leadership and staff were joined by political stakeholders and community partners to celebrate the groundbreaking.
