NOVEMBER 3, 2025
EDITION #13
The Importance of Backflow Prevention TALK AGUA
The Backflow Prevention Program serves as an important line of defense in maintaining the community’s safe drinking water supply. But what does our dedicated Backflow team do every day?
Backflow occurs when water flows in the wrong direction, potentially from contaminated sources, back into our clean drinking water system. Without proper protection, contaminated water containing chemicals, fertilizers, or bacteria could flow backward into our system that supplies clean water to homes and businesses.
CCW’s Backflow Prevention Team works behind the scenes to eliminate these risks. They ensure that backflow prevention devices are properly installed and functioning, keeping water flowing toward your tap and never away from it.
The team includes experienced inspectors who specialize in identifying potential cross-connections and verifying that protective devices are in place and working correctly. Each year, our inspectors test over 270 backflow assemblies at lift stations and water/wastewater treatment plants across the city.
While backflow prevention may not be the most visible part of our water system, it’s one of the most important!
The Parks and Recreation Department has some great family events in November!
The Pipeline - November Training
The Pipeline - November Training
In-person (Choke Canyon)
Nov 4 Defensive Driving Course, 1:00 p m
Nov. 18 CPR, 8:00 a.m.
Nov. 18 Bloodborne Pathogen, 1:00 p.m.
Nov. 4-6 Utilities Safety, 8:00 a.m.
Online
Nov. 4-6 Utilities Safety CCC/CSI, Activated Sludge
Nov. 11-13 Utilities Management, Basic Wastewater, Surface Water Production I
Nov. 18-20 Surface Water Production II, Chlorinator Maintenance, Wastewater Collection
Nov. 24-26 Pump & Motor Maintenance, Basic Water, Wastewater Treatment
Nov. 6 and Nov. 20 Resiliency Overview
Organization and Time Management for Admin Duties Training
Nov. 13 - 8:30 a.m. to noon
Nov 20 - 8:30 a m to noon
Check your inbox for more info or contact Scott Greene at ScottG2@corpuschristitx.gov
Your input matters! Employee Suggestion boxes have been placed throughout CCW locations, and your feedback is requested. No idea is too small, and every suggestion is welcomed. Feedback goes directly to CCW Directors. You can also submit suggestions anonymously online here.
SERVICE AWARDS AND LICENSES
20 Years
John Casarez
Jesus Torres
5 Years
15 Years
Jay Martinez
10 Years
Robert Corn, Victor DeLeon, Marcos Franco Jr., Raul Tamayo, Kamil Taras
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Ky Bernal, Justin Castillo, Michael De La Garza, Lyle Eddie, Ryan Gonzalez, Juan Gonzalez, Jorge Leos, KieArron Ratcliff, Johnny Rodriguez, Robert Vazquez
Licenses
ClassCWaterDistributionOperator
JosephRodriguez
ClassIIIWastewaterCollectionOperator
EddieRussell
ClassDWastewaterTreatmentOperator
PaulVela
David Ariel Maldonado
Ashly Magdaleno
Gerald Eugene Lewis
David Ferguson
Donald D. Hynson Junior
Michael Anthony Pulido
Jessica Uribe
Mathew Garcia
The Holidays and Stress
As the holiday season approaches, many people experience increased stress from balancing work, family, and financial responsibilities. This added pressure can impact focus, mood, and safety on the job. Recognizing the signs of stress — fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating — is the first step in preventing burnout and accidents.
Managing Stress Effectively
Plan ahead
Set realistic goals
Take short breaks during the day
Maintain healthy habits
Get enough sleep
Eat balanced meals
Stay active
Communicate
With supervisors
With coworkers
If you feel overwhelmed
Remember, mental well-being is just as important as physical safety. Managing stress helps everyone stay alert, positive, and productive during the busy season.
Jennifer Wilson is the Safety & Security Coordinator for CCW. She can be reached by email at jenniferw7@corpuschristitx.gov or on her cell phone at 361-502-1076.
EMPLOYEE EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT
How long have you been at CCW? 9 years
What is a typical day like for you? As the Warehouse Foreman at O.N. Stevens, I ensure both of my groups - the warehouse team and the buildings and grounds team - are up to speed for the day I complete requisitions for goods, contracts and service agreements, as well as helping out at the plant where I can. I was a former Tech III Mechanic. I hold a C Water License, a CDL, and am forklift and backhoe certified
What are your hobbies/interests/special talents? Special talent - I can walk on my hands!
Breakfast Taco or Breakfast on a Bun? Taco of course. Asada taco for the win!
What is one thing you would like people to know about CCW? This has been the best job I have ever had The people and environment are amazing, and especially everything you learn at the plant and get to do!
Allen will soon fulfill his goal of military service He will be joining the Army Reserves at the end of the year. We wish him the best of luck in his new endeavor! We are proud of you!
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