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As part of H-GAC’s water quality role, they compile and analyze wastewater infrastructure and water quality data on behalf of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). This work is part of their Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) update, and the information is used regionally to inform planning decisions, and by TCEQ as part of their state WQMP process. Each year they compile a summary report and request that NRAC review it over a 30 day comment period. You can read more about this effort here.
Report Review and Public Comment Period
At the Thursday, August 3, 2017 NRAC meeting they will present a brief summary of the WQMP work completed in FY2017 and provide a public input opportunity for NRAC members and members of the public. They will also take comments between now and Saturday, August 12, 2017, via phone or email. At the August 3, 2017, meeting they will request that NRAC consider an action to recommend that the H-GAC Board accept the FY17 WQMP report (as amended by comment through August 12).
You can call in your public comment at 713-627-3200Â or send a comment online at www.h-gac.com/contact/contact-form.
The Galveston Bay Council is hosting an open quarterly meeting to those interested in the Galveston Bay Estuary on Wednesday, July 19, 2017, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and learn more about how you can get involved with the revision of the Galveston Bay Plan.
The Galveston Bay Estuary Program (GBEP) is one of 28 National Estuary Programs designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to protect and restore our nation’s estuaries. GBEP is required to maintain a Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan (CCMP) to address priority problems in the Galveston Bay Estuary. GBEP’s CCMP has provided successful stewardship of the Galveston Bay Estuary for more than 20 years, but it is now time to update the Plan. For more on this program and GBC, please visit www.h-gac.com/community/galveston-bay-plan.
The Greens Bayou Master Plan is ready for an update – please join in to share your thoughts and ideas as they begin the process of updating their Master Plan on Wednesday, August 9, 2017, at 1:00 PM. RSVP and bring a friend by emailing ksnook@greensbayou.org. For more information on the Greens Bayou Coalition, check out their website at www.greensbayou.org.
The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) reviews and evaluates H-GAC’s regional transportation plans and provides its recommendations to the TPC. The TAC is an appointed body, which is comprised of representatives of member governments and special citizen interest groups with expertise in transportation planning. TAC members are appointed by the TPC to assist with the coordination of the Transportation Improvement Program, Metropolitan Transportation Plan and other transportation planning activities.
The agenda for each meeting can be found at www.h-gac.com/taq.
TAC meets on the third Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held the second floor of H-GAC’s office located at:Â 3555 Timmons Ln, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77027. Dates are subject to change, so please contact H-GAC with any questions.
The Transportation Policy Council (TPC) provides policy guidance and overall coordination of the transportation planning activities within the region. The TPC consists of 28 members representing cities and counties, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) one at-large member appointed by the H-GAC Board of Directors representing cities with a population greater than 50,000, and one voting member position for representation from the Gulf Coast Rail District.
Meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month EXCEPT for December to avoid conflicting with the Christmas holidays.  All meetings will be held in Conference Room A on the second floor. H-GAC’s office located at: 3555 Timmons Ln, Houston, TX 77027.
Meeting dates are subject to change, so please contact H-GAC with any questions or confirmation.
The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) reviews and evaluates H-GAC’s regional transportation plans and provides its recommendations to the TPC. The TAC is an appointed body, which is comprised of representatives of member governments and special citizen interest groups with expertise in transportation planning. TAC members are appointed by the TPC to assist with the coordination of the Transportation Improvement Program, Metropolitan Transportation Plan and other transportation planning activities.
The agenda for each meeting can be found at www.h-gac.com/taq.
TAC meets on the third Wednesday of every month. Meetings are held the second floor of H-GAC’s office located at:Â 3555 Timmons Ln, Suite 120, Houston, TX 77027. Dates are subject to change, so please contact H-GAC with any questions.
The Transportation Policy Council (TPC) provides policy guidance and overall coordination of the transportation planning activities within the region. The TPC consists of 28 members representing cities and counties, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) one at-large member appointed by the H-GAC Board of Directors representing cities with a population greater than 50,000, and one voting member position for representation from the Gulf Coast Rail District.
Meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month EXCEPT for December to avoid conflicting with the Christmas holidays.  All meetings will be held in Conference Room A on the second floor. H-GAC’s office located at: 3555 Timmons Ln, Houston, TX 77027.
Meeting dates are subject to change, so please contact H-GAC with any questions or confirmation.
Representatives from Houston’s SSPEED Center, Environment Texas, Galveston Bay Foundation, and the American Institute of Architects–Houston will explain why Houston must include Green Infrastructure in its post-Harvey recovery plans. Environment Texas will release a new report, “Texas Stormwater Scorecard,†which ranks Houston and other Texas cities on their support for Green Infrastructure. The event will include a tour of two Green Infrastructure features on the Rice University Campus—the landscaped detention basin at Harris Gully Natural Area, and the green roof atop the South Plant.
Speakers:
• Dr. Phil Bedient, Director, Center for Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disasters (SSPEED Center)
• Julie Hendricks, Board Member, American Institute of Architects–Houston
• Scott Jones, Director of Advocacy, Galveston Bay Foundation.
• Brian Zabcik, Clean Water Advocate, Environment Texas
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 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.
The Waller County Transportation Plan will include a vigorous public outreach process that actively engages a wide range of stakeholders in the planning process. The Public Involvement Plan (PIP) incorporates a variety of meetings that will ensure that diverse public interests are being served, interested stakeholders are being educated, and that the comments and suggestions from the public reach the study team. Attend a public meeting on Tuesday, October 10, 2017, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM to share your transportation issues and ideas on existing and future road, transit, cycling and pedestrian needs in Waller County.
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 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.
The Waller County Transportation Plan will include a vigorous public outreach process that actively engages a wide range of stakeholders in the planning process. The Public Involvement Plan (PIP) incorporates a variety of meetings that will ensure that diverse public interests are being served, interested stakeholders are being educated, and that the comments and suggestions from the public reach the study team. Attend a public meeting on Thursday, October 12, 2017, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM to share your transportation issues and ideas on existing and future road, transit, cycling and pedestrian needs in Waller County.