of the major streets, we’re looking at doing some improvements to be able to connect those two assets, to attract people off of the seawall area into the downtown area, and make that transition a little bit more seamless,” Hurlbert describes. AN IDEAL DESTINATION Tourism plays a pivotal role in Corpus Christi’s economy. The American Bank Center, a premier sports and events venue brings a significant number of visitors to the community. Along with this, the city’s beaches and natural amenities make it a top destination for leisure and eco-tourism. The Convention and Visitors Bureau, known as Visit Corpus Christi, is nationally and internationally recognized for its marketing efforts. Hurlbert asserts, “They do a wonderful job marketing for us, and they have done a great job making those connections, going out, and marketing the city.” 93 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 09 CORPUS CHRISTI, TX
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