Tell NETMWD to say NO to selling the water rights.

Recent signers:
Taylor Carter and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Preserving the water from Lake O'The Pines and Caddo Lake is essential for maintaining ecological balance and supporting the local communities that rely on these resources. These lakes are not only vital habitats for diverse wildlife and plant species, but they also play a crucial role in the local economy. They provide water for agriculture, local industries, and recreational activities, including game fishing, which attracts tourists from far and wide. This influx of visitors boosts local businesses and contributes significantly to the area's economic stability. Selling this water to Dallas could deplete these natural resources, negatively impacting local ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and undermining the economic benefits that tourism brings. By prioritizing local water needs, we can promote sustainable water management practices, ensuring the long-term availability and health of these precious resources for future generations.

#protectLOTP
#saveCADDO
#protectourWATER

 

 

 

 

 

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This petition made change with 4,838 supporters!
Recent signers:
Taylor Carter and 19 others have signed recently.

The Issue

Preserving the water from Lake O'The Pines and Caddo Lake is essential for maintaining ecological balance and supporting the local communities that rely on these resources. These lakes are not only vital habitats for diverse wildlife and plant species, but they also play a crucial role in the local economy. They provide water for agriculture, local industries, and recreational activities, including game fishing, which attracts tourists from far and wide. This influx of visitors boosts local businesses and contributes significantly to the area's economic stability. Selling this water to Dallas could deplete these natural resources, negatively impacting local ecosystems, threatening biodiversity, and undermining the economic benefits that tourism brings. By prioritizing local water needs, we can promote sustainable water management practices, ensuring the long-term availability and health of these precious resources for future generations.

#protectLOTP
#saveCADDO
#protectourWATER

 

 

 

 

 

The Decision Makers

Sid Miller
Texas Agriculture Commissioner
Dawn Buckingham
Texas Land Commissioner
Nathaniel Moran
U.S. House of Representatives - Texas 1st Congressional District
Jay Dean
Texas House of Representatives - District 7

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Petition created on February 5, 2025