by admin | Dec 23, 2015 | News, Vista Ridge Pipeline, Water Planning
In a move that could cause further turbulence for a proposed $3.4 billion San Antonio pipeline project, one groundwater company has sued another after it says it was cut out of money related to the deal. Brenham-based Metropolitan Water Company is suing Austin-based...
by admin | Dec 21, 2015 | Conservation Easements, News
In a strong bipartisan action, the Senate voted 65-33 on Friday to pass the bill that will make the tax incentive for conservation easement donations permanent. This has been a priority for the Land Trust Community led by the Land Trust Alliance, follow their work on...
by admin | Dec 20, 2015 | Habitat Conservation Plans, News
The Southern Edwards Plateau Habitat Conservation Plan (SEP HCP) has been approved by US Fish and Wildlife. Read the release and learn more about this program that funds land conservation with development impact fees. This issue has not been without debate; read more...
by admin | Dec 19, 2015 | Groundwater Resources, News, Water Planning
The first Texas Water Symposium of 2016 has been set for February 11th at Texas State University in San Marcos. The program will feature a conversation between leading groundwater scientists about the long-term health of the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer, and its ability to...
by admin | Dec 18, 2015 | News
After 10 years in the executive director’s chair, Christy Muse will be stepping down in February 2016 to become Director of External Relations of the Shield Ranch. HCA is poised and ready for this new opportunity. Read more from HCA President Leo Tynan. And, a...
