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Coalition of natural resource experts calls for action after deadly Hill Country Floods
KSAT | By Madalynn Lambert and Mason Hickok Published July 18, 2025 at 4:23AM https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2025/07/18/coalition-of-natural-resource-experts-calls-for-action-after-deadly-hill-country-floods

Texas lawmakers need to get serious about our water woes
Texas lawmakers need to empower local communities to make decisions about projects that use vast amounts of water. By: Annalisa Peace, for the Express News June 7, 2025

Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the recent devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country. As recovery efforts begin, GEAA remains committed to improving stormwater management and preventing future disasters.
We’ve spent years working on solutions—and now is the time for action. 📰 Read our latest update for trusted relief resources, what caused this catastrophic event, and how GEAA is working to make Flash Flood Alley safer for us all.

Subdivision critics want to know more about deal between San Antonio Metro Health, Lennar Homes wastewater operator
Texas Public Radio | By Jerry Clayton Published April 24, 2025 at 6:28 PM CDT https://www.tpr.org/news/2025-04-24/subdivision-critics-want-to-know-deal-between-metro-health-and-lennar-homes-wastewater-operator

In Booming Central Texas Wastewater is Polluting Rivers and Streams.
By: Inside Climate News Dylan Baddour April 27, 2025 A bill in the Texas Legislature would protect the last 21 pristine watersheds. But for years, previous attempts have been defeated by powerful homebuilders. GEAA’s Technical Director Mike Clifford stated that opposition from community groups has already pushed many developers to seek land application permits. “The problem now is we just have too many of these,” he said. “They’re popping up everywhere.” The TCEQ has issued 413 active permits for land application of treated wastewater, according to online records, and 2,374 active permits for discharge.

Despite opposition, Hill Country music venue moves closer to reality
San Antonio Express News Liz Teitz April 14, 2025 https://www.expressnews.com/hill-country/article/hays-county-dripping-springs-fitzhugh-concert-20275009.php GEAA is one of three organizations involved. Attorneys for these three organizations have asked for hearings. GEAA is joined by Fitzhugh Neighbors, a group of residents near the proposed venue, and by Save Our Springs Alliance, an Austin-based conservation organization. All three groups have individual members who meet the criteria for a hearing, including property owners within 1 mile of the proposed venue. A hearing has been requested to address whether the permit will protect surface water quality, groundwater, and wildlife. Consideration of the potential impacts of stormwater runoff and compliance
House Committee Recommends Keeping the Status Quo
The Interim Report of the House Committee on Land and Resource Management has some overall good news in regards to what might or might not
Season’s Greetings and Many Thanks!
Dear GEAA members and friends, I am delighted to be here one more year to wish you a Happy Holiday Season. We have made so
Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance and Texas State University students partner to map Sewage Leaks on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone
Press Conference: Join members of GEAA’s Technical Team and Students of Texas State University for a demonstration of Interactive Maps illustrating causes, volumes and locations
Century Oaks Developers, City, SAWS Put on Notice of Intent to Sue for Failure to Comply with Federal Law
A Notice of Intent to Sue was mailed to Gordon Hartman and others affiliated with the Century Oaks development by Cibolo Creek Conservation Society Inc.,
GEAA Roasts Mayor Phil Hardberger
Click below to purchase tickets! GEAA Members $75.00 / Everyone Else $100.00 or mail check to: GEAA, PO Box 15618, San Antonio, Texas 78212 Proceeds
High School Students are invited to State Youth Water Camp
The 2012 State Youth Water Camp will be July 8-12 at the Bentley 4-H Center in Monahans. The camp is open to high school students