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Special to the Courier
The team behind the protection and preservation of Bastrop County’s precious groundwater resources looks to better spread education and communal connection with its new hire.
The Lost Pines Groundwater Conser vation District announces the appointment of Claire Marks as its education and conservation outreach coordinator.
In her new role, Marks will be responsible for developing and administering the district’s education and community outreach programs. Marks brings a rich background in public service and policy analysis to the district, according to program leaders. “We are thrilled to welcome Claire to our team,” Lost Pines Board President Elvis Hernandez said. “Her extensive background in policy and stakeholder outreach, and her commitment to environmental conservation aligns perfectly with our mission. We are confident that Claire will enhance our education and outreach goals and foster a better connection with our communities.”
The Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District is dedicated to the protection and conservation of groundwater resources in Bastrop and Lee County. Through educational programs, community outreach and strategic resource management, the district strives to ensure sustainable water supplies for current and future generations.
“I bring experience in public policy and a passion for environmental conservation, and I believe I will be a significant asset to the district’s missions and goals,” Marks said. “I hope to have a positive impact on the district’s education and outreach programs to help educate and engage the public.”
Marks During Marks’ tenure as a California State Senate Fellow, she successfully championed the passage of two Senate Bills into law and subsequently served as floor manager for the California State Senate Republican Caucus.
Marks earned her bachelor’s in political science from the University of California, Riverside, in 2018. Recently, Marks graduated from the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University with a Master of Public Administration degree, specializing in the analysis of energy, environmental and water public policies.
Marks’ academic and professional experiences make her a valuable asset to the Lost Pines Groundwater Conservation District, according to Hernandez. As a classically trained pianist and outdoors enthusiast, she is passionate about environmental conservation.
Marks is eager to leverage her expertise to engage and educate the residents of Bastrop and Lee County to help conserve water for future generations, she added.
More organization information is available at https://www.lostpineswater. org.
