Environmental News Update, October 19, 2016

The environmental community is rolling out the red carpet this month: nature walks, camping, galas, auctions, art shows, conferences, films, presentations, happy hours, trick-or-treating, harvests…. I’d like to take this opportunity to highlight three events coming up. Early voting starts on October 24, 2016. Vote early! Learn more at votetexas.gov. Intersections 2016 conference is November 10-12, 2016, at the University…

CEC Events Spark Conversation and Inspire Action

The Citizens’ Environmental Coalition sponsors numerous events throughout the year that bring people together to collaborate on common goals to improve the environment. Our two major gatherings are the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour and the Greater Houston Environmental Summit. Held each year at the River Oaks Theatre, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour features ten…

Houston City Council Agenda – October 19, 2016

The city will consider the following agenda items at the October 19, 2016, Houston City Council Meeting. 5 – Recommendation for approval of final contract of $3.8 million with Carrera Construction Inc for services in connection with the Buffalo Bayou Path for the Houston Parks and Recreation Department – 9.5% over the original contract amount. This project constructed a 0.3…