Reprise

The cleanup of the Parker County Superfund site, contaminated with tricholorethylene in 2006, remains stalled after 15 years. Despite being listed on the National Priorities List in 2012, no remediation has begun. The EPA and TCEQ are still finalizing a cleanup plan, with action delayed for at least two more years.

After a two-year break, the 13th annual Oak Cliff Earth Day will be held on April 3, 2022, at Lake Cliff Park, Dallas, featuring entertainment, environmental education, and a focus on "Environmental Justice for All." The event supports eco-friendly living, with vendor and sponsorship opportunities available.

The Texas horned lizard, a rare reptile, has been disappearing from its native regions due to habitat changes and reduced prey availability. Efforts by zoos and conservationists focus on captive breeding and reintroduction, with successful releases showing promise but requiring suitable habitat and significant effort for broader reintroduction.

Fort Worth procured 275 acres for Rock Creek Ranch Park, located by Rocky Creek Ranch and Benbrook Lake, preserving portions as natural land. Acquired for $6.75 million, it combines Open Space, park fees, and bond funds. Planned amenities and natural areas emphasize community input, with development post-2026 bond program.

Julie Fineman and Friends of the Warren Ferris Cemetery are transforming a neglected Dallas cemetery into a wildlife refuge, promoting native plants and animals. Their project aims to inspire others to restore historical cemeteries across Texas, creating connectivity for wildlife and preserving the sites' original landscapes.

A coalition of landowners, business owners, and conservationists opposes the accelerated Marvin Nichols Reservoir project, fearing its environmental impact on Northeast Texas. Critics argue for modern water solutions like recycling and aquifer storage, while highlighting concerns over water waste in Dallas-Fort Worth and challenging traditional reservoir methods.