Calendar

Apr
26
Thu
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
9
Wed
Public Hearing on Coral Habitat Areas @ Hampton Inn & Suites
May 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council is holding eight public hearings and a webinar to solicit public comments on Draft Amendment 9 – Coral Habitat Areas Considered for Management in the Gulf of Mexico. The Council is currently considering creating several new coral habitat areas of particular concern in the Gulf of Mexico.

In the Houston area, a public hearing will be held:

Wednesday, May 9, 2018, beginning at 6 p.m.
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston/League City
2320 Gulf Freeway South
League City, Texas 77573
(281) 614-5437

To view the document and video, or submit and read comments, please visit gulfcouncil.org.

Written public comments must be received on or before 5 p.m. EST on Tuesday, June 5, 2018. 
Comments may be submitted online via the Council’s website or the Submit Comment link included here. Written comments may also be emailed to gulfcouncil@gulfcouncil.org.

May
10
Thu
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group @ Downtown Main Library
May 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The second Thursday of each month book group for learning more about green themes including the environmental, social and economic approaches to sustainability.

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Jun
2
Sat
Public Meeting for Coastal Heritage Preserve @ Galveston Country Club
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

On June 2, 2018, from 9-10:30 a.m., Artist Boat will share the full vision for the Coastal Heritage Preserve and the Gulf Coast Educational Center.  Artist Boat will present the public education and access plan, habitat management plan, and accomplishments to date of the Coastal Heritage Preserve.  Learn more about the status of the remaining acreage of Marquette and Anchor Bay still at stake for future development. The meeting will take place at Galveston Country Club, 14228 Stewart Road. A light breakfast will be served. RSVP to Candace Jones, executiveassistant@artistboat.org or 409-770-0722.

Vision and Plans for the Coastal Heritage Preserve – Public Meeting @ Galveston Country Club
Jun 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Artist Boat cordially invites all interested parties to join them as they share the full vision for the Coastal Heritage Preserve and future of the Gulf Coast Educational Center.  Artist Boat will present the public education and access plan, habitat management plan, and accomplishments to date of the Coastal Heritage Preserve.  Learn more about the status of the remaining acreage of Marquette and Anchor Bay still at stake for future development. A light breakfast will be served.

Please RSVP to Candace Jones, executiveassistant@artistboat.org or 409-770-0722

Jun
5
Tue
EPA San Jacinto River Waste Pits public meeting @ The Highlands Community Center
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in cooperation with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), federal, state and Harris County agencies, local officials and industry, invites area community members and stakeholders to attend the community meeting for the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site.

This meeting will provide the opportunity to ask questions about site activities, the remedial design, the selected remedy, and the remediation process.

The meeting is being held in a fully accessible facility. For specific needs or questions about the facility, please contact EPA Community Involvement Coordinator, Janetta Coats, at 1-800-533-3508 (toll-free).

Additional information is also available on the following EPA website:
https://www.epa.gov/tx/sjrwp

Para informacion en espanol, comunicase con la Agencia de Proteccion Ambiental de los Estados Unidos (la EPA) a 1-800-533-3508 (llamada gratis).

San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund Site Community Meeting @ The Highlands Community Center
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Jun
14
Thu
The Houston Green Book Discussion Group @ Downtown Main Library
Jun 14 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The second Thursday of each month book group for learning more about green themes including the environmental, social and economic approaches to sustainability.

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HCFCD Bond Program Community Meetings-Carpenters Bayou @ ML Flukinger Community Center
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Bring your questions and ideas to a meeting in your watershed regarding the 2018 Harris County Flood Control District Bond Program. To prepare an effective flood damage reduction program.