Guadalupe Basin Coalition

The Guadalupe Basin Coalition is a U.S. nonprofit organization located in Texas, focused on the environmental and economic sustainability of the Guadalupe River Basin. It is a voluntary association composed of businesses, chambers of commerce, lake associations, and governmental entities throughout the counties along the Guadalupe River Basin, including its tributaries and springs.

Mission

The primary mission of the Guadalupe Basin Coalition is to protect and enhance the quality and quantity of the waters of the Guadalupe River Basin, from the headwaters to San Antonio Bay. This includes promoting sustainable uses of water resources to ensure the long-term health of the basin's ecosystems and communities.

Purpose

The Coalition serves several key purposes:

• Joint Representation: It provides a unified voice for its members before the Texas Legislature, advocating for their interests and concerns.
• Information Dissemination: It acts as an information source for its members, keeping them updated on proposals and actions by relevant governing bodies.
• Expertise Engagement: It engages with experts to advance its purposes and objectives.
• Governance: It undertakes related activities with the consent of its Board of Directors.

Structure

The Coalition is structured around four main watersheds within the Guadalupe River Basin: the Upper Guadalupe Watershed, the San Marcos Watershed, the Middle Guadalupe Watershed, and the Lower Guadalupe Watershed. This organization helps in addressing specific regional needs and challenges effectively.

Impact

The Guadalupe Basin Coalition plays a crucial role in balancing economic development with environmental conservation in the region. By working with diverse stakeholders, it helps ensure that the basin's waters continue to support both human communities and biodiversity, contributing to the overall quality of life and ecological health of the area.

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