Scott Corliss
for City Council At-Large
Navy Veteran. Business Owner. Community Leader.
About Scott
A Leader With Deep Roots in Our Community
Scott Corliss is a U.S. Navy Disabled Veteran, successful local businessman, and dedicated family man who has called Corpus Christi home for over 40 years.
- Founded A/C&R Services 32 years ago, growing it to 35 employees with work across all 50 states
- Served on the Texas Coalition on Crime Prevention (Governor-appointed), Nueces County Civil Service Commission, and South Texas Joint Military Task Force
- Active church deacon for 30+ years; married 38 years with 3 children and 4 grandchildren
- Worked closely with CCPD and local school districts on public safety initiatives
The Issues
Priorities for Corpus Christi
Water Security
Securing a reliable, drought-resistant water supply while keeping costs affordable for families.
Corpus Christi must secure a reliable, diversified, and drought-resistant water supply that protects our environment while meeting the needs of a growing community.Scott understands that a sustainable water strategy is critical not only for attracting future businesses, but more importantly for ensuring residents have dependable access to water. Scott will advocate for solutions that are environmentally responsible, financially sound, and designed to keep water costs affordable.
Public Safety
Supporting first responders and ensuring every neighborhood feels safe and secure.
One of the primary responsibilities of the City Council is to ensure that every resident can live and work in a safe community. Scott is a strong advocate for our first responders and is committed to ensuring they have everything they need to protect and serve. He understands that true public safety means more than just lowering crime—it means giving families peace of mind in their own neighborhoods.
Residential Streets
Investing in neighborhood infrastructure—roads, drainage, and parks families depend on daily.
Corpus Christi is growing and needs to invest in its infrastructure, with a stronger focus on repairing and revitalizing the roads families rely on every day. Scott is committed to enhancing neighborhood streets and parks to improve the quality of life for all residents. He believes our community deserves dependable roads, effective drainage and wastewater systems, and well-maintained parks.
Economy & Jobs
Building a competitive environment that creates good jobs and grows our local tax base.
The City has a responsibility to create a strong and competitive economic environment that creates high-paying jobs and expands the local tax base. As a local businessman, Scott understands what it takes to build a healthy economy and make Corpus Christi an attractive destination for investment. He will work to attract both large employers and small businesses so that all of Corpus Christi can share in our city's growth and success.
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