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You are invited to participate in a unique roundtable discussion about the progress of Hurricane Harvey and the implications the recovery has for Houston’s future. Discussions are structured in a “Talanoa” framework. Talanoa is a traditional word used in Fiji and across the Pacific to reflect a process of inclusive, participatory, and transparent dialogue. The purpose of Talanoa is to share stories, build empathy and to make wise decisions for the collective good. The process of Talanoa involves the sharing of ideas, skills and experience through storytelling. For more information, visit sccucc.org.
The Talanoa Dialogue series is produced with major support from the Meadows Foundation and additional support from several other sponsors. If you or your organization would like to sponsor the dialogues, please email Emma.Davis@texasimpact.org.
The Texas Environmental Excellence Awards honor achievements in environmental preservation and protection. As the state’s highest environmental honor, the Office of the Governor and commissioners from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality recognize outstanding projects from ten diverse categories such as agriculture, education, and youth. Since 1993, the TCEQ have honored more than 250 successful environmental projects and efforts. By honoring these winners, the TCEQ hopes to encourage others to initiate like-minded projects and reinforce a spirit of environmental stewardship. The TCEQ is accepting applications until September 28, 2018.
For more information, visit tceq.texas.gov.
The Houston-Galveston Area Council seeks to recognize projects that expand parks and natural areas for improved quality of life, habitat, and water quality. Winning projects, which exhibit efficiency, effectiveness, and innovation, serve as models to be replicated throughout the region. All applications must be received by 5 p.m. on September 28, 2018.
PNA awards honor projects in four categories:
- Projects Over $500,000;
- Projects Under $500,000;
- Planning Process; and
- Policy Tools.
Winning entries serve as models for planning and project implementation for parks and natural areas in the region. Winners will be notified in December, and the awards ceremony and half-day parks event will be in February 2019.
For more information, visit h-gac.com.
Join AIA Houston for their 2018 Annual Meeting and Affiliate Appreciation Party, where they will elect 2019 Board of Directors and hand out some honors and awards. Catering and beverages by City Kitchen.
There will be a tour of the cistern at 6 p.m. for the first 40 attendees to arrive. They recommend arriving by 5:45 for the tour. Allow time to find parking.
The business portion of the meeting will begin at 6:30, following the tour.
You are invited to participate in a unique roundtable discussion about the progress of Hurricane Harvey and the implications the recovery has for Houston’s future. Discussions are structured in a “Talanoa” framework. Talanoa is a traditional word used in Fiji and across the Pacific to reflect a process of inclusive, participatory, and transparent dialogue. The purpose of Talanoa is to share stories, build empathy and to make wise decisions for the collective good. The process of Talanoa involves the sharing of ideas, skills and experience through storytelling. For more information, visit sccucc.org.
The Talanoa Dialogue series is produced with major support from the Meadows Foundation and additional support from several other sponsors. If you or your organization would like to sponsor the dialogues, please email Emma.Davis@texasimpact.org.
The Bringing Back Main Street initiative offers local communities a place to share best practices and engage in a regional dialogue about revitalizing and supporting vibrant downtown spaces. Each quarter, community leaders gather for a roundtable on topics ranging from small business support to sidewalk infrastructure. These ongoing roundtables add to the knowledge shared during a 2015 workshop series.
For more information, visit h-gac.com.
Adapting to a new Houston future; Removing carbon from the air and storing it in the Earth. RSVP to this event by emailing info@houstontomorrow.org. Free! – bring your lunch.
Environmental lawyer, teacher, and author, Jim Blackburn, will be presented with the 2018 Armand Yramategui Conservation Award for his exceptional commitment to conservation and preservation of Galveston Bay and the greater Gulf Coast region.
The Armand Award, presented by Armand Bayou Nature Center, recognizes those who make a significant impact communicating the environmental vision Armand Yramartegui inspired more than 40 years ago. Previous recipients include the City of Seabrook, master naturalist and environmentalist Emmeline Dodd, Galveston Bay Foundation, and Lady Bird Johnson.
Visit abnc.org or call 281-474-2551 to reserve your spot.
As landfill space and raw materials become scarcer, recycling of used materials becomes a more cost-effective and sensible option. Periodically H-GAC hosts workshops to bring new ideas and knowledge to local governments on a wide range of recycling-related topics.
Regional Recycling Roundtable
The next roundtable will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 15, 2018, in H-GAC Conference Room A, Second Floor.
The topic is Composting as a recycling strategy. Presentations will include:
- Trends and Status in Commercial Composting
- Municipality Case Study
- Master Composter Overview
Registration is requested.
For more information about the roundtable, please contact Becki Begley at becki.begley@h-gac.com or 713-993-2410.
Keep Pearland Beautiful’s Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner, including the annual report, is a great chance for members of KPB and residents to join in a celebration of all that KPB has accomplished throughout the year. Guest speaker, Shanna Lopez, from Waste Management will speak on the State of Recycling during this uncertain time in the recycling industry and what you can do as residents to improve recycling at home and the workplace.