Pages from Austin Environmental Handbook, 1981–1982 Edition

Pages from Austin Environmental Handbook, 1981–1982 Edition

Environmentalism—Texas—Austin; Urban planning—Texas—Austin; Community development—Texas—Austin; Citizen participation—Texas—Austin; Conservation of natural resources—Texas—Austin; Save Barton Creek Association; Zilker Park Posse; MAGNET Coalition

Selected pages from the Austin Environmental Handbook, 1981–1982 edition, prepared by Ecology-Action and preserved within the Betty Brown Papers. The handbook serves as a directory of environmental and civic organizations in Austin, including the MAGNET Coalition, Save Barton Creek Association, and Zilker Park Posse. Entries describe each group’s focus, with particular emphasis on growth management, environmental protection, and neighborhood-level advocacy.

Additional pages explain the Barton Springs Aquifer and outline the environmental impact of urban development and pollution, connecting these issues to ongoing organizing efforts. The handbook also provides practical information for civic participation, including Austin City Council contacts, official citizen boards, and guidelines for writing letters to the editor.

Ecology Action (Organization)

Betty Brown Papers, Box 2.325/P56 [SRH1230002248], Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin

Ecology Action

1981-1982

Betty Brown

Handbook

English

Text

Printed handbook