by Leah Cuddeback | Dec 2, 2024 | Community, County Authority, HCA in the News, Legislature and Regulation, Linked Stories, News, Planning and Development, Regional Planning
The Hill Country Alliance, a nonprofit organization based out of Dripping Springs, brought the diverse coalition together in an effort to preserve the natural resources the Texas Hill Country has to offer. The group discussed critical issues related to sustainable... by Leah Cuddeback | Dec 2, 2024 | Community, Groundwater Resources, HCA in the News, Linked Stories, News, Planning and Development, Water Catchment Areas (Watershed), Water Conservation, Water Planning, Water Quality, Water Resources
A proposed 1,100-home development in the Hill Country has residents and environmental groups raising questions about the project’s potential impact on the local water supply and the environment. Miami-based developer Lennar Corporation filed a permit application... by Leah Cuddeback | Nov 25, 2024 | Camp Bullis Sentinel Landscape, Groundwater Resources, HCA in the News, Linked Stories, News, One Water, Planning and Development, Regional Planning, Water Conservation, Water Planning, Water Resources
The conference underscored the importance of regional collaboration in water management and highlighted the City’s dedication to sustainable water management. “Effective water management isn’t just about what’s happening in one city; it’s about creating resilient... by Leah Cuddeback | Nov 18, 2024 | Community, HCA in the News, Linked Stories, News, Scenic Beauty, Wildlife
The Texas Hill Country is a scenic region known for its diverse wildlife, clear springs, expansive rural landscapes, historic towns, and some of the starriest night skies in the country. However, rapid population growth and increased development put these qualities at... by Leah Cuddeback | Nov 18, 2024 | Community, Community Resilience News and Resources, Linked Stories, News, Planning and Development, Regional Planning
To get a sense of what’s to come and what’s needed to ensure domestic climate action continues, I spoke with Katharine Hayhoe, an atmospheric scientist and author who teaches at Texas Tech University and is chief scientist for The Nature Conservancy. She is one the... by Leah Cuddeback | Nov 10, 2024 | Community, Hill Country Tourism, Land Conservation and Stewardship, Land Stewardship, Linked Stories, News, Public Lands, Scenic Beauty, Wildlife
Don’t pack the tent or backpack just yet, but Texas park lovers could get 7,637 acres of additional parkland to roam in the coming years. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will consider four land acquisitions to create new or expand existing parks at its meeting...
