LIV  leaders will be attending this Houston Redistricting Hearing and as many of the state's redistricting hearings as we can over the course of the year. What is our goal? To do all we can to ensure competitive (as opposed to gerrymandered) districts which we believe helps our small "d" democracy and the republic for which we stand. We also want to use these events to educate folks on the benefits of independent citizens redistricting commissions. Only one, so far,…

This case stems from legislation passed by the Legislature in the last session which imposes yet another  hurdle for third parties to get on the ballot in Texas. The imposition on filing fees -- and substantial ones -- by virtue of the passage of House Bill 2504. LIV Advisor, Mark Miller, wrote about this in this helpful article posted on our site:  Let the Games Begin  This brief, filed by Plaintiffs, also tells you a great deal about this. We…

LIV  leaders hope to be attending this Corpus Christi Redistricting Hearing and as many of the state's redistricting hearings as we can over the course of the year. What is our goal? To do all we can to ensure competitive (as opposed to gerrymandered) districts which we believe helps our small "d" democracy and the republic for which we stand. We also want to use these events to educate folks on the benefits of independent citizens redistricting commissions. Only one,…

Council Member, Manny Palaez, has a problem pregnancy. Come join us to discuss what we can do to push for a fully independent audit of Vista Ridge, the main driver of 52% SAWS rate hikes -- with more coming after 2020. Guest speaker:  Colleen Waring, Milam County landowner and auditor, by trade. Watch the 1-minute video showing the disrespect ratepayers are getting from at least one San Antonio city council member.  The video also shares our…

This could well be the most important meeting of the Vista Ridge Coalition yet. We're going to discuss where the San Antonio City Council is at about looking under the hood of the Vista Ridge (aka "San Antone Hose") water pipeline project barreling down the tracks, slated for pumping in April. If you care about soaring SAWS water rates (up 52% over the last 5 years mostly due to Vista Ridge) AND the life of an aquifer 142 miles northeast…

Policies that Hasten San Antonio’s Growing Water Crisis, by Dr. Terry Burns, Alamo Sierra Club Chair. Water is necessary for health, hygiene, and life itself; it is a human right. At our February General Meeting, Meredith McGuire, PhD, Professor Emerita of Trinity University, will discuss how many local policies, climate change, and inequities in access to affordable clean water intersect to hasten our water crisis in San Antonio. Tuesday, February 18th Doors open at 6:00 pm; announcements at 6:15; program starts at 6:30…