We are excited to share our latest Seasonal Update, highlighting the progress we've made and our ongoing initiatives. Despite the challenges of rapid growth and persistent drought, we remain committed to fostering programs and initiatives to sustain our watershed.

This year, we focus on a multi-generational approach to environmental stewardship, nurturing young leaders for future conservation. Our achievements include protecting over 500 acres in the Cypress Creek Watershed and engaging over 167,000 people through learning initiatives.

Key updates include our partnership with Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association (TESPA) to support the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District (HTGCD) in their legal battle against Aqua Texas, a case critical for groundwater protection statewide. We also celebrate a historic interlocal agreement for watershed protection with Hays County, Wimberley, Woodcreek, and the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.

Explore the full report for insights into our programs and efforts. Thank you for your continued support!

Together, we can protect our springs, creeks, and rivers for future generations.

"Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association (TESPA) has filed a formal complaint with the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC), requesting the PUC to either revoke Aqua’s authority to provide water in the Wimberley area or to mandate significant changes to its operations..."

"As our population booms, Texas grows hotter and drier. How might we stop the squandering of our dwindling water supply? As we examine who’s wasting this vital resource, each story of this package also considers what can be done to conserve it..."

  As you may be aware, Aqua Texas is proposing an exorbitant rate hike for the water and wastewater services provided to our community. After years of proving themselves as a bad actor, this corporation is seeking to profit even more off our hardworking residents – they have proposed charging as much as $20.81 for water customers and $32.48 for wastewater customers as what's called a System Improvement Charge to your base rates, meaning regardless of how much water/wastewater you use each month!

This rate case has been progressing at the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH). On July 11, Watershed Association, Woodcreek Property Owners Association, and TESPA filed joint testimony of expert witness Bill Stannard, PE. Following extensive review of information Aqua has submitted, Stannard found such deficiencies and errors in Aqua’s application for a rate increase that he issued his opinion that the application should be returned. According to his analysis, Aqua has included numerous submissions of expenditures that are not applicable as justification for their proposed rate hike.

This brand-new six-week program focuses on various aspects of sustainable living. Join water conservationist David Baker to learn about the importance of water in our community and how you can incorporate water sustainability practices into your everyday life.

When: August 7th at 6:30 PM

Where: Wimberley Community Center

(14068 RR 12 Wimberley, TX 78676)