Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing

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Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox and the Edwards aquifers. Under Texas law, groundwater is owned by the people living over it. However, if the Vista Ridge project is approved, three percent of the landowners in Burleson County, will control all of the water in that county. Local and neighboring counties’ groundwater supply will be affected, and those living along the 142-‐mile pipeline route can be forced, through eminent domain, to give up easements for the pipeline. San Antonio Water System, your public water utility, has already stated that it cannot use this much water for 5 to 10 years. Therefore, SAWS plans to sell Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Adrian F. Van Dellen [email protected] Woodville 75979 Conserve even more!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ corky palmer [email protected] winchester 78957 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lynn Gallimore [email protected] Wimberley 78686 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Sharon Biggs [email protected] Skyline Wimberley 78676 Our water needs to stay here
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rebekah Lindsay [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tula Robbins [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Geraldine Hartsoe [email protected] Wimberley 78676 We need more info. Don't take our water.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dale lowden [email protected] wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lanette lowden [email protected] wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Matt Schnabel schnabelm@rush-‐enterprises.com wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Susan Schnabel [email protected] wimberley 78676 Stop!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dorothy Knight [email protected] Wimberley 78676 SAWS has been very innovative and should continue to explore alternate solutions, such as rainwater collection. Importing water is a mistake!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Diane Grossman [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Sarah Jaggard [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Suzanne Davis [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Pumping someone else's groundwater for your benefit is not good policy. Slow growth in the specific area and conserve water.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rhett Ryan [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marilyn Trent [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Peggy Cole [email protected] Wimberley 78676 unlimited, unending growth is not sustainable. When populations get too large, everyone suffers. Let's nip this growth in the bud.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Hopson [email protected] Wimberley 78676 Dear SAWS Board, Please think about the fact that you are paying a tremendous -‐-‐ in fact, unheard of -‐-‐ amount per acre/foot for the water you will be getting from Burleson County. And as some of your own members have pointed out, there are many straws being stuck into the Carrizo Wilcox aquifer, and the water may not even be there in the foreseeable future. Thanks for your consideration !
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lisa Tarter [email protected] Wills Point 75169 We have got to stop abusing our natural water resources! What are you trying to do to our children?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ken Yoder [email protected] West Point 78963 My three and four hundred year old oak trees are dying because of the dropping aquifer and the drought. We can't do anything about the drought, but we can protect our aquifer before all these noble oaks and pecans are gone.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tommy Austin [email protected] Weatherford 76086 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ johnnie braun [email protected] waller, tx 77484 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Susan Baerst [email protected] Waller 77484 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Moncie Wright [email protected] Waco 76707 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Beck [email protected] Victoria 77905 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Dauerty [email protected] Universal City 78148-‐2806 If legislators and city folk don't look at the system realistically and look to water independence (conservation and municipal planning), people who love the area will take their taxes and move out. Short-‐term planning like the pipeline just leads to bigger, more complex problems.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Carrie Braly [email protected] 844 FM 112 Thrall 76578 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Richard Braly [email protected] 844 fm 112 thrall tx leave our water alone.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Diane Carter [email protected] Thorndale 76577 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marsha story [email protected] Terrell 75160 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Carol Fox [email protected] Taylor 76574 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Brian Schill [email protected] Spring Branch 78070 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Brian Schill [email protected] Spring Branch 78070 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ronnie Husky [email protected] spring 77373 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Darlene Aldridge [email protected] Somerville 77879 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ judy martens [email protected] somerville 77879 Growing food in Burleson county should take priority over watering lawns in San Antonio!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ronald Martens [email protected] Snook 77879 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Scott Harris [email protected] Smithville 78957 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ gordon walton [email protected] Smithville 78957 I own a well in the Carrizo-‐Wilcox acquifer
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Christine Fox [email protected] Smithville 78957 Slow down! Consider the long term impact on your surrounding areas! We are ALL responsible as stewards of our natural resources.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Mills [email protected] Smithville 78957 If we send our water out, where will we get water when ours runs out?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Charles Leonard [email protected] Smithville 78957 My subdivision's water comes from the Simsboro aquifer and is already lowered from the drought. A better soultion for all would be to use that 142 mile pipeline to collect all htis areas waste water for San Antonio and the water barons" to clean and recycle helping all the central Texas communities not just yours."
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Joan Bohls [email protected] Smithville $&957 Bastrop county needs to keep its water
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Michael Lopez [email protected] Smithville 78957-‐5142 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Cristina Cedillo [email protected] Selma 78154 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jennifer McElvain [email protected] 3925 Whisper Field Schertz 78108 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ marcia miner [email protected] Sanger 76266 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Patricia Castillo [email protected] sanantonio 78227 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Kyle Hahn [email protected] San Marcos 78666 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jacqueline Rinehart [email protected] San Marcos 78666 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lydia Kendrick [email protected] San Marcos 78666 THIS IS JUST WRONG. SHAME ON YOU!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ John Taylor [email protected] San Marcos 78666 if you don't own the land over the water, you have no right to it. We said NO to the city of San Marcos. We say NO to this too
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ricky gee [email protected] san marcos 78666 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Graham Crowther [email protected] san Marcos 78666 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Hubert Timmons [email protected] San Marcos 78666 I say no keep your hands off. Quit steeling water from Texas land owners. Go back and develop the apple white and quit steeling and reselling water.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tony Wilson [email protected] San Marcos 78666 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Douglas sumbera [email protected] San Marcos 78666 Don't let this happen!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lily Hargett [email protected] San Marcos 78666 if San Marcos is the fastest growing city in US, Why would we put at risk our own future water supply. Central Texas is growing so fast...we need to be wise about current decisions ths t would affect our own populations.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Michael Cade [email protected] San Marcos 78666 stop pulling my groundwater. it's not yours to take.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Robert Wallis [email protected] San Marcos 78666 This more is more of the old mentality to suggest that digging another aquifer hole will solve the water issue. A different approach is neede to solve the long term problem.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rose Knotts [email protected] San Marcos 78666 We own water rights on the river and do NOT want it going dry because San Antonio can't plan for their citizenry or growth. Stop trying to steal our water.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rod Clifton [email protected] San Leon 77539 The People should have a say.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Ovalle [email protected] 1123 Alexander Hamilton San Antonio 78228 There are better solutions! Rainfall is abundant enough for large scale catchment. Limitations on building permits; we must learn to grow according to our means not profits. Our resources are priceless. Please protect them.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Maria A Ojeda [email protected] 7429 Linkmeadow St San Antonio 78240 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tony Quinn [email protected] San Antonio 78251 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Andrew Gonzales [email protected] 9602 Elmfield Pl San Antonio 78254 More Conservation Please!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Patricia Gleitz-‐Whitney [email protected] 1824 Clower St. San Antonio 78201 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Cynthia Spielman [email protected] 900 W. Woodlawn San Antonio 78201 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Laura Rios [email protected] san antonio 78201 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nicolas Freeman [email protected] San Antonio 78201 Privatization schemes such as this one prevent us from working together to solve our common challenges! We must reject this attempt to privatize central Texas water.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Twyla Arthur [email protected] San Antonio 78201 Since this is a project for the future, not now, why rush it through.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Robert Langston Langston [email protected] San Antonio 78201 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Karla Aguilar [email protected] San Antonio 78202 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marisol Cortez [email protected] San Antonio 78204 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Heidi Allen [email protected] San Antonio 78204 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ enrique mendez [email protected] San Antonio 78207 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Monica Velasquez [email protected] 439 Olney San Antonio 78209 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Peggy Day [email protected] 316 Harrison Ave. San Antonio 78209 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Shirley Vaughn [email protected] San Antonio 78209 Thou shalt not covet thy neighbors' water supply. Curb unbridled growth in the SA area.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Sister Elizabeth Riebschlaeger, ccvi [email protected] San Antonio 78209 There are more sensible and just ways to plan for future water needs for San Antonio. We should not upset Nature's balance by exploiting aquifers from other parts of the state.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Michael Daniels [email protected] San Antonio 78209 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jose de la Torre [email protected] 613 Indianola San Antonio 78210 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jessica Mendez [email protected] San Antonio 78210 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Anayanse Garza [email protected] San Antonio 78210 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Graciela Sanchez [email protected] San Antonio 78210 I'm upset that you are fast tracking this Vista a Ridge water scheme. Delay the vote. Contact me to explain why you believe in this project.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Amy Kastely [email protected] San Antonio 78210 This is a water and money grab that will hurtthe people of San Antonio
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Arthur Valdez [email protected] San Antonio 78210 Don't let our precious water supply not keep in demand with population growth. Mandate xeriscaping, get rid of Raleigh grass. Plan smarter, not on the backs of the citizens.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ David Rossi [email protected] San Antonio 78210 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ George Rice [email protected] 414 East French San Antonio 78212 We don't mine our aquifer. Why are we willing to mine someone else's?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ maribel hermosillo [email protected] San antonio 78212 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Luis Valdes [email protected] San Antonio 78212 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rick Cuellar [email protected] san antonio 78212 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Alice Canestaro-‐Garcia [email protected] San Antonio 78212 Water catchment projects for current residents makes sense. Invest $3.4 billion in water catchment INSIDE LOOP 410. Our resources are FINITE.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Annalisa Peace [email protected] San Antonio 78212 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ byton mathis [email protected] 11721 parliament st apt 806 san antonio 78213 I'm against anything that supports fracking
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Kyle Peebles [email protected] San Antonio 78213 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Alan Montemayor [email protected] San Antonio 78213 This is a huge money transfer from the poor and middle class citizens of San Antonio to the developers who will directly benefit from this project! Please vote no on Vista Ridge!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Cheryl Hamilton [email protected] San Antonio 78213 We urge you to consider increasing incentives for water conservation! We have come a long way, but there is still a long way to go in the area of conservation.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Bill McKee [email protected] 311 Whisper Wood San Antonio 78216 Outlaw lawnmowers. Its a win-‐win-‐win.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Beatrice Manti [email protected] San Antonio 78217 Vote no for Vista Ridge project
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rebecca Syma [email protected] San Antonio 78217 Again it will be only a few over the many who presently own their ground water... do not do this to San Antonio! Protect her and her heritage... it says in The Bible that you cannot drink oil, man needs water to live and to grow crops and raise animals for food! Truly revealing how much Christ was letting us know way back when. SAVE SOUTH TEXAS PEOPLE'S WATER RIGHTS! SAVE OUR AQUIFER/RECHARG ZONE
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Paul Pipkin [email protected] San Antonio 78218 Burleson & Lee Counties are under siege by the same forces as neighboring Bastrop-‐-‐and other counties downstream the Colorado. In danger of being dry-‐
gulched by the Austin growth lobby that's hijacked the LCRA, they now perceive SA & SAWS bent on raiding their aquifer as well -‐-‐ at least initially solely for speculation purposes, but this smells like a long-‐term privatization scheme.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Santos galvan [email protected] San Antonio 78221 all about money right
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Carlos Galvan [email protected] san antonio 78223 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ james dujardin [email protected] san antonio 78223 why sell something that is not essential in the now or in the near future that we need now and won't even have then. It is a short term gain for the water company long term loss the citizens of San Antonio.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Victoria Fairchild [email protected] San Antonio 78223 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ William T Koock [email protected] 11211 Applewhite Rd #67 San Antonio 78224 Ownership of ground water and other resources should be maintained by the people living over it.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ ana chulian [email protected] 7335 havenbrook dr san antonio 78227 Using someone else's water for profit and gain and is not sustainable, is STUPID!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Kathy Glass [email protected] 102 Colebrook Drive San Antonio 78228 Please don't allow this contract to get rushed through. Take the time to ensure that our water will be safe and available for our future.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Joaquin Abrego [email protected] san Antonio 78228 agua es vida
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Roger Singler [email protected] San Antonio 78228 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Frank Rodriguez [email protected] san antonio 78230 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Carol Ann Aguero [email protected] 2622 Kerrybrook San Antonio 78230 clean up the Kelly Contamination, and changing the name of the land to Port San Antonio or Lackland doesnt take your responsibility to the American citizens in your constituency.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ grady kimball [email protected] san antonio 78230 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nadine Saliba [email protected] 2211 Pebble Crest Circle San Antonio 78231 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rose Ena Gonzalez [email protected] San Antonio 78232 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Gordon MacAlpine [email protected] San Antonio 78232 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Carlos Gonzalez [email protected] San Antonio 78233 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ lisbet mandujano [email protected] san antonio 78245 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rachell Tucker [email protected] san antonio 78245 Water is a human right which everyone needs and deserves access to.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jacob Tucker [email protected] San Antonio 78245 Voters' eyes are upon you regarding this issue.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Michael E Uribe [email protected] San Antonio 78247 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Yvonne Starr [email protected] San Antonio 78247 The water line we should build is to the coast. It is the only inexhaustable source of water. Desalination is the only answer that will not take water from another area of Texas and create a future shortage for them.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Robert Walter [email protected] San Antonio 78248 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Karen Walter [email protected] San Antonio 78248 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Andrea Sanderson [email protected] 12562 Valle DeZavala San Antonio 78249 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Guillermo silva [email protected] 13903 Babcock rd apt 10302 san Antonio 78249 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Eduardo Rivera [email protected] San Antonio 78249 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Richard Bartlow [email protected] san antonio 78249 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Anthony Belmonte [email protected] San Antonio 78250 stealing the peoples resources just to sell it back to them. This is a land and resource grab plain and simple.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ joel thomas [email protected] san antonio 78251 no to acquisitions and rate hikes
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Gregory Perkins [email protected] San Antonio 78251 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Frank orona [email protected] san antonio 78253 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jerry Erwin [email protected] San Antonio 78253 SAWS has wasted and ruined enough of our Texas land. It's time to put a stop to poor decisions.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Peter Mason [email protected] San antonio 78253 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marisa Laufer [email protected] 8815 Goodwick Heights San Antonio 78254 This should not be rushed. why hasn't there been much community input on this? Its expensive and it may not be the best solution. Table it and allow the community to learn more about it. 3.4 billion and will this help the fracking imdustry and newer wealthier subdivisions and small towns north of here more than San Antonians who cant afford their basic meeds as it is?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ James LeRoy [email protected] san antonio 78254 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Beth Ebert [email protected] San Antonio 78254 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Clarissa Quezada [email protected] San Antonio 78258 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rozina Kanchwala [email protected] San Antonio 78258 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Garcia Boehland [email protected] san antonio 78264 no pipeline
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Pamela Boutin [email protected] San Antonio 78266 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tiffany Camero [email protected] San Antonio 78702 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rhonda Reichel [email protected] San Antonio 78209-‐1710 EXTREMELY BAD IDEA...protect our aquifers and don't grow beyond our ability to supply water ourselves....other counties need their water too
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Gay Wright [email protected] San Antonio 78218-‐6019 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Terry Burns [email protected] San Antonio Large projects like this should have an EIS, even if not federally required. An EIS would provide us with alternate predicted scenarios, including the No Build alternative. Please DO NOT approve this project without such a study by outside consultants. The impact of this project is even bigger than Street Car, and should call for at least as much study and public input.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mobi Warren [email protected] San Antonio I am deeply concerned about this project. This is not the direction our city should be moving. We need to protect our aquifer and not finance unsustainable growth. I am also alarmed at the speed with which SAWS is trying to rush this decision through.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Quincy Silva [email protected] San Antinio 78207 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Larry Humanist-‐Green-‐vfp Skwarczynski [email protected] sa 78209 RISK is detrimental to future environment/people & animals. Learn to conserve and protect.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ann Graham [email protected] SA 78260 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ john hetnandez [email protected] s.a. 78216 our bills are to high as is , Jan 15th cost going up already, now how much more, poor greedy management
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ basil abbott [email protected] royse 75189 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lydia Thompson [email protected] 16801 willow oak lane Round rock 78681 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ carroll rabel [email protected] rosanky 78953 we need water for people and agriculture
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ James Tatum [email protected] Rosanky 78953 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Agnes Voges [email protected] 4522 S FM 2184 Rogers 76569 I live very near the Milam county line and our rural water issue affects all of us, not just Milam County.Quit developing in areas that have no water and then stealing" water from areas that have them and need them for their own use. Don't expect everyone else to bail you out just because you cannot make an intelligent decision on how to manage your own resources."
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lenard Nelson [email protected] Rockport 78381 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dee Brummett [email protected] 221 N US Hwy 77 Rockdale 76567 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Sara Antis [email protected] Riesel 76682 It is wrong, unconscionable and illegal to take groundwater from the residents of Texas who live over the groundwater. This water is needed where it is and many rely on the water for agricultural use, which also provides food for others. Just because San Antonio is a bigger place does not mean it should profit off of other people's water and that there needs are greater than the needs of others
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Beth Gradziel [email protected] Red Rock 78662 Don't steal our water!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Beth Gradziel [email protected] Red Rock 78662 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ tom mize [email protected] quinlan 75474 get your nasty self OUT of the well
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Crouch [email protected] Port O'Connor 77982 Pleas slow this project down for due consideration of the the milions of Texans upon which it impacts.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ STEVE BANYAI [email protected] PORT MANSFIELD 78598 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Henry Urban [email protected] Paige 78659 We do not need San Antonio to take our water from our family and future generations.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rosie Schulz [email protected] Paige 78659 Birth control should be encouraged and addressed to limit 3 kids per mother. Same goes for accepting large numbers of immigrants to come to Texas. Discourage out of state business to relocate here. There is a limited amount of water which cannot sustain the rapid rise of population and the wasteful practices of businesses.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Paul St Louis [email protected] Paige 78659 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ B. L. Melton [email protected] Orange 77630 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tom Sheerman [email protected] New Ulm 78950 Water Shortage critical in Burleson County
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nicholet Murray [email protected] New braunfels 78130 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Wanda Schertz [email protected] New Braunfels 78130 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Pat Hill [email protected] Natalia 78059 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Bieber-‐Hamby [email protected] Nacogdoches 75964-‐2715 All of my water comes from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox and it is already endangered by KXL pipeline.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Grover Shade [email protected] Muldoon 78949 You will be taking water from a very fast growing area. That water will be needed here one day. I urge you to bite the bullet and join up with other area cities and build a salt water desalinization plant for a long term soulution to your problem.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Grover Shade [email protected] Muldoon 78949 We live in a fast growing area of Bastrop, Lee and Fayette counties and the day will come very soon when we will need this water. Please consider another solution to your water needs such as desalinazation. While it may be more expensive now it will likely be less so in the long run.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Gary Stonesifer [email protected] Millican 77866 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dolph Hess [email protected] McDade 78650 Please allow Texas to stay beautiful.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Oscar Vela Jr [email protected] McAllen 78501 We need to stop the taking of land from innocent folks in order to make water the next oil boooooom". There is always a Bust fo every Boom, You are just delaying the right solutions."
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jon Lasser [email protected] Martindale, TX 78655 San Antonio's water consumption has an adverse impact on the Edwards Aquifer, and we must protect the aquifer for the long-‐term vitality of Texas.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Roger Jenkins [email protected] Martindale 78655 Conserve & save our natural water resources!!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ronald Ullrich [email protected] Marion 78124 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ jennifer fischer [email protected] lorena 76655 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Elizabeth Odom [email protected] Longview 75602 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Hershell & Virginia Pruitt [email protected] Lincoln Tx. 78948 The Big Cities want to take our water the can reuse their pee pee water
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Billy Gillum [email protected] Lincoln 78948 Stop the water grab, and the Vista Ridge Project. I am a landowner in Lee County and your project is not welcome.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Roberta Boriack [email protected] Lincoln 78948 Please slow things down and take in to account the voices of all who will be affected by your decisions.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jerry Sassman [email protected] Lincoln 78948 stop stealing from others it's against the law.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rose Fritsche [email protected] Lincoln 78948 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Markert [email protected] Lincoln 78948 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tetens Townsend [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Hilary Kieschnick [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Joanie Burkett [email protected] 1867 W. FM 696 Lexington 78947 Stop taking our water
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Brandy Von Rosenberg [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dustin Head [email protected] 4932 W FM 696 Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Vicky Balderrama [email protected] 1015 Warren Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jill Taylor [email protected] CR 308 Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Kellie Gonzales [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Georgette Freeman [email protected] 1863 CR 405 Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Michael Peschke [email protected] 425 Burns St Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Stephanie Kellenberger [email protected] 1111 wesley lane Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Travis Brown [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Amy Drosche [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Peggy Casey [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ronald Woelfel [email protected] Lexington 78947 There are multiple very large water lines transporting water from this area already. Find a different cookie jar!!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Delbert Faske [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Norman and Patricia Palmer [email protected] Lexington 78947 We are very concerned what this would mean for future generations needing water. Conservation and desalination efforts instead of drawing down our aquifers need to be explored and implemented.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Robert Scouras [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lisa Shell [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ William Turner [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Verna Dement [email protected] Lexington 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Matthew Sherrill [email protected] 4230 W FM 696 Lexingtin 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ashlie Sherrill [email protected] 4230 W FM 696 Lexiimgton 78947 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Chivariak Khus [email protected] Leon Valley 78240 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Cathy Marek [email protected] 1858 CR 122 Ledbetter 78946 Which is more important Your swimming pool full of water or food on your dinner table?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ eunice siegmund [email protected] ledbetter 78946 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jack Beeson [email protected] Ledbetter 78946 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ David Bigwood [email protected] League City 77573 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lane Gosnay [email protected] La Grange 78945 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Bill Barnes [email protected] Kopperl 76652 No
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Bev Walker [email protected] Kingsland 78639 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Louis Hale [email protected] Kilgore 75662 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ margaret tatum [email protected] 214 wood trail kerrville 78028 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ William Guzardo [email protected] Kerrville 78028 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Julia Cosgrove [email protected] Kerrville 78028 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jean Blaylock [email protected] Junction 76849 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Potts [email protected] Jourdanton 78026 My family, friends and neighbors in rural South Texas have depended upon the Caririzo-‐Wilcox aquifer for over half a century.. We are now faced with wells no longer flowing due to the MASSIVE use by oil/gas drilling in the Eagle-‐Ford Shale area. Some of us have to either haul our own water sev. miles. The last thing the aquifer needs is another vampire source sucking the life out of it.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Janelle kinney [email protected] irving 75963 Please think about the many not the few
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nancy Lane [email protected] irving 75060 Water is priceless. Don't let others put a price on it.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Scott Callaway [email protected] Houston 77006 If local government rushes a project, experience has shown there is something fishy going on. Just go through the normal process.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nancy Edwards [email protected] Houston 77025 I want the water to be there for my grandchildren.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nancy Perez [email protected] Houston 77055 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Emily Gross [email protected] Houston 77079 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Linda Seitz [email protected] Hondo 78861 Excessive growth has ruined my hometown of Houston. PLEASE stop and consider all of the ramifications of this before you take any action at all
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Deenie Tallant [email protected] Highland Village 75077 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Martha Estes [email protected] Hempstead 77445 Carrizo-‐Wilcox is the aquifer which lies beneath the county of which my ranch is a part. There are already enough big straws" in the pool to worry about!!"
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Bill Schas [email protected] Helotes 78023 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Cynthia Welch [email protected] Hearne 77859 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Loyce Striebeck [email protected] Hallettsville, 77964 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Mertz [email protected] Hallettsville 77964 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Clarence Clark [email protected] Hallettsville 77964 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ THOMAS HALL [email protected] GRAND PRAIRIE 75052 Sllow it down!!!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rick Ringstaff [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Annette Menzel [email protected] 1347 PR 2231 Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ruby Schulze [email protected] 1186 CR 207 Giddings 78942 Please don't drain our water supply.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Natalie Ramos [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dan Engler [email protected] Giddings 78942 Stealing water from your neighbors to enhance your communityÕs profits is morally wrong. We are willing to share our resources, but we will not tolerate being exploited. San Antonio has a sufficiently wonderful aquifer. The Edwards is the fastest recharging aquifer in the state. Do not destroy it with development promises from profiteers Do not underestimate the perseverance of an angry Texan!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ D.G. Symmank [email protected] Giddings 78942 I appeal to your sense of fainess in that we in Lee County will be subjected to drawn down of our water table in the Simsboro acquifer to benefit greedy land owners in Burleson an d Milam counties and real estate developers in Vsita Ridge without consideration of oiur losses.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tammy Wachsmann [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Linda Meuth [email protected] Giddings 78942 using water as a lure for growth in the case of San Antonio equates to robbing Peter to pay Paul. As it stands now, demand for water in our area will increase as oil and gas production develops. Everyone in Texas must learn to conserve and live within their means, i.e. learn to live with the water available in your local.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dorothey Gerdes [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ralph Bamsch [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Gary Gerdes [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Robert Cromwell [email protected] Giddings 78942 PLEASE DO NOT GRAB OUR WATER
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Glenn Karisch [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Glenn Zoch [email protected] Giddings 78942 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rody Whitfield [email protected] georgetown 78628 Opposed to Vista Ridge water grab. Don't do it.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rody Whitfield [email protected] georgetown 78628 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Curry Taylor [email protected] Garland 75044 This affects all Texans.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Diane Blackburn [email protected] Garland 75044 conservation NOW
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ rj marsh [email protected] Gainesville 76240 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Baron French [email protected] Gainesville 76240 If that water is taken, you'll take be here in North Texas next. Build new lakes, don't drain the aquifers.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jimmy Arnett [email protected] Gainesville 76240 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jeff Harper [email protected] Fort Worth 76110 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ dARLENE tOMPKINS [email protected] fORT WORTH 76135 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Delores Daley [email protected] Fayetteville 78940 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Christina Hawley [email protected] 3132 County Road 304 Elgin 78621 This is not your water. Learn to conserve like we do.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Madelyn Shaulis [email protected] Elgin 78621 Use the common sense God gave you.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Melissa Cole [email protected] Elgin 78621 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Bogart [email protected] Elgin 78621 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ George and Joan Hardy [email protected] Elgin 78621 Just STOP it now.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Kisamore [email protected] Elgin 78621 I have a well it is my family's only source of water. I have no other options. To take water & pump it to an area that has ways been dry just to attract people into moving there is morally wrong & should be a crime. If you really think this will work you haven't been paying attention to California. Wake up & keep your hands off!!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Kurt Zeitler [email protected] Elgin 78621 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lorin and Mary Vant-‐Hull [email protected] Elgin 78621 Remember that current and future drought affects the recharge of the groundwater systems, and drought is an important part of most reputable long range forecasts. Long term contracts for water delivery may well not be met due to depletion of the groundwater systems. It is crucial that water needs be met from local available resources, conservation, and possiblly desalination to avoid disaster
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Floyd Flowers [email protected] Elgin 78621 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Patsy Coyner [email protected] Elgin 78621 I live over this aquifer and it supplies my water needs and that of many others along this water source. San Antonio growth is your business, but IF you don't have the water to support the expansion it is not WISE, it is not JUST nor is it NEIGHBORLY to take from others what IS NOT YOURS to take! Your money won't satisfy our thirst when the water is gone and our wells are dry.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Rebecca Kane [email protected] Elgin 78621 Please don't take our water to San Antonio so that you can atract more business and people who will use more water. Collect rainwater, encourage and reward conservation, have commercial users pay their full share, penalize over-‐users. But don't take our water. We may all run out, but if you ship it to another aquifer, how will our aquifer recharge at all during drought times?
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ William Ballard [email protected] Elgin 78621 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Dennis Bain [email protected] Edna 77957 Where will the water grab end? Today it is this area of Texas, in 10 years it will be somewhere else. Everyone, including farmers and ranchers, need to practice water conservation so that we will have water for all. We are in the middle of a long term drought, and this is only going to get worse before it gets better. Thank you for your time.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marc Montroy [email protected] Dripping Springs 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jacob Sailors [email protected] Dripping Springs 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ John Takacs [email protected] Dripping Springs 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jennifer Humphries [email protected] Dripping springs 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Elenore Goode [email protected] Dripping Springs 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ambria Sailors [email protected] dripping spings 78620 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Becky Lowden-‐Knight [email protected] Driftwood 78619 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ keith brinkman [email protected] dimebox 77853 leave my water alone
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Will Wooten [email protected] Denton 76207 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ jane butler [email protected] del valle 78617 once sucked dry-‐there will be no water aquafir. no fracting-‐that causes the rock bottom to have vicious cracks and no more water from where it is 'fracted' for greedy oil companies. we have more oil than every person in north amercia can use in a thousand years. we should be in solsr cars/trucks/all vehicles! our water is poisoned rifht now.go look at austins water collection site it is eaten aw
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ kathryn melton [email protected] deer park 77536 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Beth Daniel [email protected] Dallas 75228 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Tom Gurule [email protected] Dallas 75231 This sets dangerous future prescedents for all Texans.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barbara Decker [email protected] Dale 78616 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Lou MacNaughton [email protected] Dale 78616 Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer supplies a good portion of Caldwell County's drinking water. Don't deplete our aquifer!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jim Boecker [email protected] Cypress 77410 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Karen Miller [email protected] Corpus Christi 78418 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ James Klein [email protected] Corpus Christi TX Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ John Martin [email protected] Conroe 77302 Do not sell us out
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Denise Snyder [email protected] College Station 77845-‐4610 I get my water from this aquifer too
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ victor heddins [email protected] coldspring 77331 We hang the petty thieves and appoint the great ones to public office" -‐-‐-‐Plato 460 BC"
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Nicholas White [email protected] Cibolo 78108 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Janace Isbell [email protected] cedar creek 78612 it is time for new developments to be using water catchment systems
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Franklin Nogues [email protected] Cedar Creek 78612 My wife and I are completely dependent on my water well. Lowering the water level in my aquifer will force me to try to sell my (dry) residence and move. I am 77 years old.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Peter Kirche [email protected] Cedar Creek 78612 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Charlotte Gilman [email protected] Cedar Creek 78612 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Darwyn Hanna [email protected] Cedar Creek 78612-‐3108 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mary Wells [email protected] Carmine 78932 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Ronald McWilliams [email protected] Cameron 76520 Leave our water alone, go dig your own!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Judith McGeary [email protected] Cameron 76520 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Mike and carol Thompson [email protected] Caldwell 1114 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ A.J. Long [email protected] Caldwell 77836 THis is just another invasion of our rights!
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Karen Severn [email protected] Caldwell 77836 If San Antonio citizens showed restraint on watering lawns and washing cars, maybe I would have sympathy. I have no sympathy for Las Vegas either. Lack of resources is a reason a city should not grow larger.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ sara luevano [email protected] 1212 Highcrest Drive Burleson 76028 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Charles Kuentz [email protected] 151 Saur Rd Bulverde 78163 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Janis Atkins [email protected] Bryan 77802 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Howard Hart [email protected] Bryan 77803 As a water utility specialist, I understand the implications of exceeding the recharge rate of an aquifer. The water utility specialists that work for SAWS are also painfully aware of the concept too. Please listen to your own experts! This approach hurts other parts of the state while allowing San Antonio to delay the reality that westward growth will be limited by water resources.
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jennifer hojnacki [email protected] 5648 Hearne tx bryan 77808 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Barret Lyne [email protected] Bryan 77808 Stop SAWS, Vista, and Blue Water
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ John Miller [email protected] Bryan Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Marcus Murphy [email protected] Borger 79007 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ LTC Callahan James [email protected] Blue Please join Austin with several business and save money and have plenty of water
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Jessica Zanello [email protected] 30 north Granville bellville 77418 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox water to feed growth in the vulnerable Texas Hill Country. SAWS should not take water from this aquifer it does not need. Respected conservationists are concerned about using water as a lure for growth over the recharge and contributing zones of the Edwards Aquifer in parts of Bexar, Comal, Medina and Hays counties. Many questions remain about the financial risks to SAWS ratepayers for this rushed $3.4 billion contract. Once the Simsboro is drained, if SAWS projections that San Antonio’s population will increase by 20,000 people per year are true, San Antonio will need still more water. We therefore appeal to your common sense that SAWS’ resources continue on the course of conservation and desalination. Please hear our voices and slow this project down for due consideration of the millions of Central Texans upon which it impacts. -‐-‐ Paige McNamara [email protected] Bellaire 77401 Dear San Antonio Mayor and City Council Members: I am writing you because your decision about the Vista Ridge project will have a direct and important impact on me, my family and my community in Central Texas. I believe it is everyone’s duty to protect our aquifers for generations to come. The Vista Ridge project that will export 50,000 acre-‐feet of groundwater from the Carrizo-‐Wilcox Aquifer in Burleson County through a 142-‐mile pipeline to San Antonio and the IH-‐35 corridor, poses a risk to two precious aquifers, the Carrizo-‐
Wilcox and the Edwards aquifers. Under Texas law, groundwater is owned by the people living over it. However, if the Vista Ridge project is approved, three percent of the landowners in Burleson County, will control all of the water in that county. Local and neighboring counties’ groundwater supply will be affected, and those living along the 142-‐mile pipeline route can be forced, through eminent domain, to give up easements for the pipeline. San Antonio Water System, your public water utility, has already stated that it

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