May 01

Shoal Creek Flooding-Staying Aware and Staying Safe

Austin, Texas lies in the heart of Flash Flood Alley. This is one of the most flood-prone regions in North America. Flash floods are common in this area because of intense rainfall and the drainage off of the landscape. This…Read More

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Apr 10

People’s Choice Award-Best Watershed Eats Nominees

The  2018’s People’s Choice Award celebrates restaurants in the Shoal Creek watershed. Members of the public have the opportunity to vote on their favorite watershed eatery on the Shoal Creek Awards page. Voting closes at 5pm on April 30, 2018. You…Read More

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Apr 10

Good Neighbor Award-North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Association

In 2018, the Good Neighbor Award goes to the North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Association for developing the North Shoal Creek Neighborhood Plan, which emphasizes walkability, connectivity, and access to green space. The purpose of a Neighborhood Plan is to provide…Read More

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Apr 10

Keystone Award-John Gillum

In 2018, the Keystone Award goes to Mr. John Gillum for his work on developing the New Central Library on the banks of Shoal Creek in downtown Austin. The Keystone Award is presented to a business or organization who serves…Read More

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Apr 10

Bob Armstrong Award for Lifetime Achievement in Conservation-Jim Marston

This award is named after Robert Landis “Bob” Armstrong, the 24th Texas Land Commissioner. Mr. Armstrong inspired this award because of his distinguished career devoted to public service. His environmental activism at the state and federal levels impacted millions, including…Read More

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