Calendar

Apr
12
Thu
2045 RTP Public Meeting – Chambers County @ Eagle Pointe Golf Club and Recreation
Apr 12 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2045 RTP LogoFast forward to 2045. What will your multimodal transportation system look like? Become a part of the transportation planning process. Get involved today to plan for tomorrow’s transportation future. 2045 RTP (Regional Transportation Plan) public meetings are held in various locations throughout Houston and neighboring regions. For a comprehensive list, visit 2045rtp.com.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, H-GAC will provide for reasonable accommodations. Requests from persons needing special accommodations should be received by staff 24 hours prior to each function. Please call 713-993-2471 for assistance. Sign language interpreters will be available along with Spanish translators.

For more information, visit 2045rtp.com, call 1-855-363-2516, or email publiccomments@h-gac.com.

Apr
17
Tue
People & Nature Speaker Series featuring Rear Admiral Jonathan White @ Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Brown Auditorium Theater
Apr 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

On Tuesday, April 17th, HARC will continue its People & Nature Speaker Series featuring an evening with Rear Admiral Jonathan White, United States Navy (Retired), CEO and President of the Consortium for Ocean Leadership (COL). Admiral White will discuss climate and ocean issues in the context of national security, energy and economic prosperity with a focus on opportunities and solutions for the future. The event, held at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Brown Auditorium, will begin at 6:00 pm. Guests are invited to continue the conversation at a post-event reception.

For more information, visit harcresearch.org.

Apr
19
Thu
2045 RTP Public Meeting – Harris County @ Houston METRO
Apr 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2045 RTP LogoFast forward to 2045. What will your multimodal transportation system look like? Become a part of the transportation planning process. Get involved today to plan for tomorrow’s transportation future. 2045 RTP (Regional Transportation Plan) public meetings are held in various locations throughout Houston and neighboring regions. For a comprehensive list, visit 2045rtp.com.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, H-GAC will provide for reasonable accommodations. Requests from persons needing special accommodations should be received by staff 24 hours prior to each function. Please call 713-993-2471 for assistance. Sign language interpreters will be available along with Spanish translators.

For more information, visit 2045rtp.com, call 1-855-363-2516, or email publiccomments@h-gac.com.

Apr
20
Fri
EarthxSolar: Harnessing the Sun to Power our Economy @ Fair Park
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – Apr 22 @ 4:00 pm

logoEarthX, formerly Earth day Texas, is a nonprofit organization focused on environmental education and awareness. Earthx’s vision is to be the leading global connector and environmental forum to positively impact our world for a sustainable future. As the largest environmental experience, EarthX showcases the latest initiatives, discoveries, research, innovations, policies and corporate practices that are reshaping the future. Workshops at Earthx focuses on breaking down barriers to further accelerate the mass adoption and deployment of solar, storage and electric vehicle technologies. EarthxSolar is a B2B exposition and forum bringing together businesses, government, investors and academia to connect and collaborate.

Get involved with EarthxSolar: speak, exhibit, panel proposal, nominate speaks, workshop form, or volunteer. Learn more at earthx.org.

Apr
21
Sat
Texas Game Wardens’ Spring Outdoor Celebration @ Mont Belvieu City Park
Apr 21 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

 

On April 21, 2018, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Game Wardens will host their third annual Spring Outdoor Celebration at Mont Belvieu City Park. Texas Game Wardens are excited to introduce outdoor recreational activities to the youth and other citizens. Participation in all activities is free. Activities include archery, fishing, kayaking, rock climbing, door prizes, and much more. They hope to promote involvement and utilization of the natural resources within the community. For more information, visit facebook.com.

Apr
24
Tue
2045 RTP Public Meeting – Galveston County @ Helen Hall Public Library
Apr 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2045 RTP LogoFast forward to 2045. What will your multimodal transportation system look like? Become a part of the transportation planning process. Get involved today to plan for tomorrow’s transportation future. 2045 RTP (Regional Transportation Plan) public meetings are held in various locations throughout Houston and neighboring regions. For a comprehensive list, visit 2045rtp.com.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, H-GAC will provide for reasonable accommodations. Requests from persons needing special accommodations should be received by staff 24 hours prior to each function. Please call 713-993-2471 for assistance. Sign language interpreters will be available along with Spanish translators.

For more information, visit 2045rtp.com, call 1-855-363-2516, or email publiccomments@h-gac.com.

Apr
26
Thu
Urban Wild Happy Hour (Members only) @ Eight Row Flint
Apr 26 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

WelcomeUW

Calling all Urban Wild members!

Join Memorial  Park Conservancy for a Happy Hour in celebration of Earth Day on April 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.! Enjoy a drink at Eight Row Flint, meet up with like-minded young professionals, and learn what Memorial Park Conservancy is all about. Guests are welcome. For more information, visit memorialparkconservancy.org or call (713) 863-8403.

2045 RTP Public Meeting – Harris County @ H-GAC 2nd Floor, Room B
Apr 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2045 RTP LogoFast forward to 2045. What will your multimodal transportation system look like? Become a part of the transportation planning process. Get involved today to plan for tomorrow’s transportation future. 2045 RTP (Regional Transportation Plan) public meetings are held in various locations throughout Houston and neighboring regions. For a comprehensive list, visit 2045rtp.com.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, H-GAC will provide for reasonable accommodations. Requests from persons needing special accommodations should be received by staff 24 hours prior to each function. Please call 713-993-2471 for assistance. Sign language interpreters will be available along with Spanish translators.

For more information, visit 2045rtp.com, call 1-855-363-2516, or email publiccomments@h-gac.com.

Waller County Transportation Plan @ Waller County Community Center
Apr 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H–GAC), has partnered with Waller County, to create a transportation plan for the county. The Waller County Transportation Plan will examine current and future transportation, land use, and socio-economic conditions, both within and surrounding Waller County.

The focus of the plan will be to determine Waller County’s future transportation infrastructure needs while preserving the county’s environmentally sensitive areas, agricultural land uses and heritage. The project timeframe is 18 months.

The Waller County Transportation Plan will include recommended revisions to the county thoroughfare plan, and the creation of prioritized projects and policies in the form of “implementation workbooks” for each of the participating jurisdictions.

May
2
Wed
National Wildlife Federation Gathering: Wildlife and Coastal Resiliency @ The Milford House
May 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Please join fellow friends of the National Wildlife Federation for a free, informal gathering to celebrate all the ways your support helps to preserve and sustain Texas wildlife and their habitats. Learn how NWF is working to strengthen and protect coastal communities like Houston from increasingly extreme weather events. Enjoy wine, beverages, and hors-d’oeuvres provided by award-winning chef Soren Pedersen, plus meet National Wildlife Federation’s Regional Executive Director Susan Kaderka and other members of the NWF team.

All are welcome. Please register no later than Wednesday, April 24, 2018. Please also invite friends and family (and let us know the names of your guests when you register). For more information, visit eventbrite.com.