Protected Our Environment and Our Water

• Reformed pesticide regulations on city owned land to prevent harm to our water supply and bee population

• Awarded Treefolks’ Urban Forest Hero Award for being a stalwart champion for Austin’s urban forest

• Advanced Water Forward, Austin’s 100-year plan to ensure a sufficient water supply in the future

• Advocated for significant bond funding to purchase water conservation lands and mitigate flooding

• Established an Austin Water Oversight committee to ensure our utility is fiscally and environmentally sustainable 

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