S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance

Austin's water watchdog since 1992. Protecting Barton Springs, the Edwards Aquifer, and the ecosystem of Central Texas.

[Paige Ellis, City Council Woman - District 8 @PaigeForAustin]

Regarding Barton Springs Pool entry fees - I’ve called our budget staff. I don’t want to see these fees increase. I’m fighting to keep pools affordable and accessible for all.

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

On Monday, the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (CAMPO) Transportation Policy Board (TPB) will nominate and vote on a slate of candidates to fill the three Officer positions, including Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

https://t.co/EGog7qJzNF

[Jay Blazek Crossley @JayCrossley]

On Monday, the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (CAMPO) Transportation Policy Board (TPB) will nominate and vote on a slate of candidates to fill the three Officer positions, including Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

https://t.co/OS9mpIngLT

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

ZILKER, INC.
The Plan to Monetize a Natural Treasure

Wednesday August 2nd @ 7pm
AFS Cinema

An examination of the controversial plan to transform Austin’s Zilker Park from a uniquely fragile natural oasis into an outdoor entertainment district serving corporate interests.

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

We have Rewild Zilker t-shirts available for sale, sizes M, L, XL & 2X, for $20. Please email [email protected] if you want to pick one up at our office or the pool on our tabling days. Check out our latest update on Rewilding Zilker here (https://t.co/Jqhh4n0unH)!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Join SOS on April 19th, at 11:00 AM, for another Zoom meeting (https://t.co/cV8yi1GkIY) led by Tanya Payne with Rewild Zilker! We will answer questions and help you formulate ideas for speaking at the Parks Board meeting on April 24th, 2023, at 5 PM at City Hall.

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Good morning, Austin!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Audit: Austin lifeguard shortage made worse by application system https://t.co/3cdq1Ci5G0 via @statesman

[The Nature Conservancy @nature_org]

Whether through drought or flooding, #ClimateChange is often first seen through water, and these challenges are only expected to increase.

The good news? If we invest in nature, we can protect and restore critical water systems for both people and nature.
https://t.co/TwFz3ElCsT

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Remember when the city would rally to support our most valuable resources? #throwbackthursday #saveoursprings #bartonspringseternal #rewildzilker 🦎

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Please come to the Environmental Commission meeting tonight at 6PM!
6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 located in the Permitting and Development Center at ACC Highland Campus, Room 1405.
The proposed construction would significantly impact the environment and ecology!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Join us at the Environmental Commission meeting tonight at 6PM! Discuss the future of Zilker Park at ACC Highland campus.

Removing all parking garages from the draft, providing accurate impervious cover calculations, and ensuring PARD manages all aspects of Zilker are key!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Historic Bridge Open House Tonight from 6 to 7:30 at the McBeth Rec Center located at 2401 Columbus Drive within Zilker Park. Staff proposed bulldozing the historic Barton Springs Road Bridge over Barton Creek. Get more details (https://t.co/vfW2sIn5jm). Save Our Bridge, SOS!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

We are hosting a Zoom training and discussion meeting at 11:00 AM on April 3rd for SOS'ers interested in learning more about the upcoming Urban Transportation Commission and Environmental Board meetings that will review the Zilker Vision Plan.

Link: (https://t.co/Dta0qTa2DK)

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

We recently found this cool #vintage postcard! "The Barton Springs Bathing Resort" 🦎 #atx #saveoursprings #atx

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Early days of Barton Springs!
#throwbackthursday #atx #saveoursprings

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

Goodnight Austin!
#saveoursprings #atx

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

"Say goodbye to free parking lots at Zilker Park."

[KUT Austin @KUT]

Say goodbye to free parking lots at Zilker Park.

The new pay stations — in lots near Stratford Road, north of the botanical garden, and Azie Morton Road, south of Barton Springs Pool — will be activated May 1.
https://t.co/gzZ3w4zFQx

[Robert Mace @MaceatMeadows]

At the cap today to be a resource on a couple #txgroundwater bills. Since I’m teaching a water policy class this semester, I’ll live tweet about the process and experience. #txwater Lege veterans feel free to chime in!

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

#saveoursprings #rewildzilker #atx

[S.O.S. Save Our Springs Alliance @sosalliance]

"If you live in harmony with nature, you will never be poor; if you live according to what others think, you will never be rich." - Seneca #saveoursprings

[The Meadows Center @MeadowsC4Water]

“If you live in harmony with nature, you will never be poor; if you live according to what others think, you will never be rich.” ― Seneca

Wishing you a wonderful Sunday from your friends at #MC4Water! 📸:Matthew Mohondro