The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency receives award from Houston-Galveston Area Council

THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) presented the second annual Our Great Region Awards in December 2017 to recognize outstanding local projects that advance goals and strategies identified in the Our Great Region 2040 plan.

H-GAC honored The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency with a Great Region Award for Defined Irrigation Schedule.

"Public participation is often cited as the foundation for successful planning project," reads the award brochure. "The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency demonstrates that community organizations can work together to provide a meaningful participation process. The Agency is working to reduce water usage throughout the township. Public participation included email campaigns, community speakers, rebate programs, and programs at senior centers and churches. Through this participation, the Agency built community awareness about the importance of reducing water usage. From this initiative, the community has achieved a 30% savings in single-family residential usage, despite a 3% annual population growth since 2009."

“We are extremely pleased and honored with this award,” said James M. Stinson, P.E., General Manager of The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency. “This award is for all the residents of The Woodlands, our MUDS, The Woodlands Township and all the other organizations that help significantly in our dedication toward saving water, a vital resource,” Stinson added.

Five local governments and organizations received awards across five categories, demonstrating innovative quality work focused on building a more vibrant Gulf Coast region.

The Awards Showcase highlights the 5 winners and recognizes their accomplishments as examples for others to follow.