October 2013 ENGAGE Wrap-Up

The 2013-14 season of our ENGAGE Breakfast Series launched last week to a sold out crowd at the Long Center for the Performing Arts. The first discussion focused on the impending "drought of record" in Central Texas, our region's water supply, and the implications of next month's election and the water-related constitutional amendment on the ballot - Proposition 6. Speakers included Heather Harward (H2O4TEXAS Coalition), Greg Meszaros (Austin Water), and Becky Motal (LCRA). The panel was moderated by Leslie Rhode of KXAN-TV.

See below for the audio podcast, detailed recaps and media coverage, and a few resources mentioned during the discussion.

October 2013 ENGAGE at the Long Center

Audio Podcast


Download this audio file (MP3)

Media Coverage

• KXAN News - Experts: Drought's effects will linger on
• Community Impact News - Austin continues to stare down drought conditions
• CultureMap Austin - ENGAGE Breakfast Special Editorial Series

List of Resources

• City of Austin Water Department
• H2O4TEXAS Coalition
• Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)
• The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center's Drought Resource Center
• League of Women Voters of Texas - 2013 Constitutional Amendment Election (Proposition 6) Voters Guide
• WaterWise Austin

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, the Austin Board or REALTORS, and to the other generous supporters of the 2013-14 ENGAGE Breakfast Series. Our next breakfast will be Wednesday, November 6 back at the Long Center. Click here for more details and ticket information.