by Leah Cuddeback | Jun 7, 2023 | County Authority, Economics of Sound Planning, HCA in the News, Legislature and Regulation, Low Impact & Sustainable Development, Native Landscapes, News, Regional Planning, Water Planning
Partnerships among land developers, public entities and nonprofits will be vital in managing the Texas Hill Country’s water resources in the coming years, experts said during a panel discussion Wednesday hosted by the San Antonio Report. But whether state legislators... by Leah Cuddeback | May 30, 2023 | Aggregate Production Operations, Community, County Authority, HCA in the News, Legislature and Regulation, News, Regional Planning, Uncategorized
In Texas Hill Country, where there had been an acrimonious relationship between aggregate producers and local residents, the two groups came together – along with local government officials and business people – to develop a voluntary best management practice (BMP)... by Leah Cuddeback | Apr 20, 2023 | Community, HCA in the News, News, Scenic Beauty
The Hill Country Alliance is accepting entries now through May 31 for its 2023 photo contest, “Home in the Hill Country.” Original photography should capture the landscapes, water sources, wildlife, plants, and diverse people and communities of this part... by Leah Cuddeback | Apr 13, 2023 | Aggregate Production Operations, Community, HCA in the News, News, Planning and Development
Residents of Garden Ridge — a town of about 4,000 just across the Comal County line from Bexar County — say they are concerned the plant would lead to increased dust and traffic, as well as the proposed site’s proximity to homes, a church and a preschool. Batch plants... by Leah Cuddeback | Apr 4, 2023 | Community, Groundwater Resources, HCA in the News, News, Water Catchment Areas (Watershed), Water Conservation, Water Planning, Water Resources
DRIPPING SPRINGS – Spring is in full force – native grasses are tall and green, trees have erupted in fresh leaves, and bluebonnets are gracing roadsides across the region. These blooms rely on long-awaited rains – and despite the vibrant floral...
by Leah Cuddeback | Mar 29, 2023 | Community, HCA in the News, News, Scenic Beauty, Uncategorized
DRIPPING SPRINGS – The Texas Hill Country – famous for its pristine streams, blooming wildflowers, star-filled night skies, and tucked-away small towns – is home to over 3.8 million people and growing fast. Home to three of the fastest growing counties in the...
