SOS 2024 Highlights & What’s on the Horizon

This year, Save Our Springs Alliance has been deep in action, taking on more legal battles than ever to defend the people, the waters, our wildlife, and the natural spaces that make Central Texas unique. From standing up for our right to speak and participate in the same direct democracy that formed the SOS ordinance to challenging massive highway projects threatening our aquifer, we’ve been working tirelessly to protect what matters most. Let's take a moment to reflect and celebrate these collective victories!

2024 highlights

Stop the Mopac South Expansion: Comment by January 28thHelp us stop the destructive Mopac South expansion! This project would add up to 7 lanes, pollute the Edwards Aquifer, harm endangered species, and disrupt Zilker Park—all for just 5 minutes saved in commute time.
 What’s at Stake?
The proposed expansion adds up to 7 lanes of pavement to MoPac, stretching from Cesar Chavez to Slaughter Lane. This destructive project would:

• Pollute the Edwards Aquifer: More pavement means more polluted runoff into Barton Springs and our drinking water.
• Harm Endangered Species: Barton Springs and Austin Blind Salamanders are at risk from sedimentation and pollution.
• Damage Zilker Park & Lady Bird Lake: New bridges would increase noise, clear trees, and disrupt wildlife and parkland.
• Increase Traffic, Not Solve It: The “induced demand” effect means more lanes = more cars, making congestion worse.
• Endanger Neighborhoods & Schools: Austin High School and nearby neighborhoods will see worsened air quality and noise.

All this destruction for only 5 minutes of saved commute time during rush hour! Please submits comments and demand a full Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to ensure public input and protect our environment. Don’t wait. 

submit your comments today