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South East Texas Regional Planning Commission A voluntary association of local governments that serves
Hardin, Jefferson, Orange & Jasper Counties

Football season is back, and so are the tailgates! 🏈🍔Before you pack up and head home, take a few minutes to make sure c...
09/10/2026

Football season is back, and so are the tailgates! 🏈🍔

Before you pack up and head home, take a few minutes to make sure cups, plates, cans and other trash make it into the proper bin. Left-behind litter can be carried by wind and rain into storm drains and eventually our local waterways.

Cheer on your team, enjoy the tailgate and leave your spot cleaner than you found it! 🗑️💧

Storm coming? Take a minute to check your trash cans before the wind and rain pick up. 🌧️🗑️Make sure lids are secure and...
09/01/2026

Storm coming? Take a minute to check your trash cans before the wind and rain pick up. 🌧️🗑️

Make sure lids are secure and cans are placed somewhere they won’t tip over or blow away. Loose trash can quickly end up in streets, storm drains and local waterways during heavy weather.

A quick check before the storm can help keep litter where it belongs and protect our Southeast Texas waterways. 💧

08/29/2026

WOAH, WOAH, WOAH! 🛑
Household paints, oils, and chemicals don’t just disappear when they hit the street. Most storm drains don’t lead to treatment plants, they flow directly into our waterways. Chester Moore - Higher Calling Wildlife shares how these everyday substances can pollute the water we all depend on. 🌊

Dog waste isn't just unpleasant, it can wash into storm drains when it rains, carrying harmful bacteria and nutrients in...
08/26/2026

Dog waste isn't just unpleasant, it can wash into storm drains when it rains, carrying harmful bacteria and nutrients into our rivers, bayous, and lakes. 🚯

Picking up after your pet is a simple step that helps keep our waterways cleaner and our communities healthier. 🐶🤍

Only rain belongs in the storm drain! As rain flows over roads, parking lots, and yards, it picks up litter, oil, fertil...
08/24/2026

Only rain belongs in the storm drain!

As rain flows over roads, parking lots, and yards, it picks up litter, oil, fertilizers, pet waste, and other pollutants. Those pollutants wash into storm drains and eventually end up in our rivers, bayous, and lakes.

Every little effort to keep our communities clean helps protect our local waterways.

A summer garage cleanout is the perfect time to get organized, but make sure you're disposing of household hazardous was...
08/21/2026

A summer garage cleanout is the perfect time to get organized, but make sure you're disposing of household hazardous waste the right way. Items like old paint, pesticides, motor oil, and batteries can contaminate soil and waterways if they're thrown away or poured down the drain.

Taking a few extra minutes to recycle or properly dispose of these materials helps keep our communities cleaner and protects the environment for everyone. ♻️

We want to see your favorite Southeast Texas fishing spot. Share a photo of your catch in the comments and tell us where...
08/16/2026

We want to see your favorite Southeast Texas fishing spot. Share a photo of your catch in the comments and tell us where you like to fish! 👇🎣

And remember: leave the shoreline cleaner than you found it by packing up your fishing line, bait containers, and trash. 🐟💙

Grilling season is in full swing, but don't let leftover grease end up down the drain!When grease is poured into sinks o...
08/12/2026

Grilling season is in full swing, but don't let leftover grease end up down the drain!

When grease is poured into sinks or storm drains, it can clog pipes and contribute to sewer backups while also making its way into our local waterways.

Instead:
✔ Let it cool.
✔ Pour it into a sealed container.
✔ Throw it away with your household trash.

A few extra minutes of proper disposal can help protect our pipes, our communities, and our Southeast Texas waterways. 💧♻️

A clean fishing trip starts before you make your first cast. 🎣Packing a few simple essentials can make a big difference ...
08/08/2026

A clean fishing trip starts before you make your first cast. 🎣

Packing a few simple essentials can make a big difference for you and our local waterways. Bring along trash bags, a container for used fishing line, plenty of water, and sunscreen so you're ready for a safe, enjoyable day on the water!

A little preparation helps keep Southeast Texas beautiful for everyone. 🌎💙

08/06/2026

Dogs are great, but their mess isn’t. 🐕 💩
Pet waste carries bacteria that can wash into our local water systems, harming fish, wildlife, and even people. Chester Moore - Higher Calling Wildlife reminds us: always bag it, trash it, and be the solution to water pollution in Southeast Texas.

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