Water Quality Protection Lands Program

Expressed concern over state water shortages and endorsed the water protection grant application, citing successful conservation easement programs in Bexar and surrounding counties.

Urged the court to approve the water program application to protect aquifer recharge zones from rapid development and rising land costs.

Endorsed the funding application on behalf of Comal Conservation, noting generous loan terms and the need to protect rivers and aquifers.

Shared personal experiences of dropping water tables and dry wells in Fischer, endorsing county participation in conservation funding.

Endorsed preserving green space and water resources for future recreation venues.

Spoke as a bird naturalist about declining bird populations due to habitat loss and supported conserving habitats.

Supported the application as a long-time resident, emphasizing the need to intentionally protect water sources for the local economy and livelihood.

Expressed concern about future water availability and supported the forgivable loan proposal.

Shared family ranch history and plans for a conservation easement, supporting county conservation efforts.

Spoke on behalf of Great Springs Project about land conservation deals, leveraging funds, and rising land values.

Compared protecting water and land to the historic purchase of Landa Park, urging approval to save local rivers.

Read a letter from a Kendall County landowner who successfully placed property under conservation easement using public bond funds.

Garden Ridge Mayor spoke about preserving the county's natural beauty and wildlife against explosive growth.

Spoke as an urban and hazard mitigation planner in favor of protecting rural lands as a drought mitigation measure.

Stressed the importance of clean drinking water for community health and supported applying for the fund.

Expressed gratitude for the court's work on water preservation on behalf of her college-aged son.

Asked the court to seize the golden opportunity to protect natural resources before the window closes.

Urged common-sense action to protect local water sources from drying up.

Spoke as an ecologist about protecting Edwards Aquifer recharge zones for Hill Country springs and endangered species.

Urged commissioners to show leadership and courage against overdevelopment, noting the local housing market is saturated.

Spoke as a family physician about the mental health benefits of connecting with nature and preserving open spaces.

Echoed mental health points regarding nature and the importance of preserving natural environments.

Expressed hope that the court would approve moving forward with the revolving fund, noting her 4-year involvement in bringing the project forward.

Real estate agent who noted Texas has low public land percentages compared to other states and urged investing in future public spaces.