TCEQ Pristine Streams Stakeholder Meeting – Aug. 31, 1:30-4:30


On March 30, 2022, TCEQ Commissioners voted to deny the Pristine Streams Rule Change Petition, but they opened the door for continued discussion with staff and stakeholders on how to better protect Texas’ pristine streams.  Nearly 5 months later, TCEQ is holding a Pristine Streams Stakeholders Meeting, so staff can present and hear from the … Continue reading TCEQ Pristine Streams Stakeholder Meeting – Aug. 31, 1:30-4:30

Removing the Mystery of Groundwater


VANESSA PUIG-WILLIAMS BOARD MEMBER OF WIMBERLEY VALLEY WATERSHED ASSOCIATION This is part of an eight part op-ed series as part of the Texas Hill Country Conservation Network. To read the rest of the op-eds, visit ourtxhillcountry.org/#blogs What makes the Texas Hill Country unique? In my mind, it comes down to one thing: groundwater. It is … Continue reading Removing the Mystery of Groundwater

GBRA Planning for Habitat Conservation Plan


Habitat Conservation Plans (HCP) are designed to protect endangered and threatened species from activities within their range.  The Guadalupe Blanco River Authority announced last year that they are working to develop a basin-wide Guadalupe River HCP, which includes the Blanco River.  The first public meeting in the planning process will be held on Tuesday, June … Continue reading GBRA Planning for Habitat Conservation Plan