The Milam and Burleson Counties Groundwater Summit will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 12.
The summit is free and open to the public with lunch provided.
Topics will cover a variety of issues. Speakers will discuss the status of water in Texas.
In addition, there will be a presentation about the Impact of Vista Ridge to the Aquifers, an in-depth look at the reliability of the new Groundwater Availability Model with respect to predicted and realized impacts and effects on water levels.
There will be an update on the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Well Assistance Program and information on compliance with DFC’s and POSGCD well-monitoring system.
The master of ceremonies is Stacey Steinbach who is the general manager of the Texas Water Conservation Association and Texas Ground Water Association. Previously, she served as executive director of the Texas Alliance of Groundwater Districts, as an attorney at the General Land Office, and as an attorney in private practice representing Texas water districts.
She has a bachelor’s degree in biology and ecology from Baylor University, a master’s degree in wildlife and fisheries sciences from Texas A&M University and a law degree from the University of Montana.
She currently serves on the board of the National Water Resources Association and the Advisory Council for Texas + Water. She will explain the purpose and structure of Texas Water Conservation Association.
Steve Young, Milam County judge, said, “As empowered by the state of Texas, Post Oak has done an exemplary job of protecting the aquifers below each landowner’s property while preserving each landowner’s right to produce their water.”
For any questions, contact the POSGCD office at 512-455-9900, or email at admin@posgcd.org. RSVP to your county extension office by Aug. 9 if you plan to attend in person. Virtual attendance will be available. Burleson County Extension office number is 979-567-2308. Milam County Extension office number is 254-697-7045.
For an agenda of the summit, go to visit www.posgcd.org.
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