June 1979
Environmental organizations persuade the city to impose a building moratorium on Barton Creek because of the many projects being approved in the watershed in spite of existing regulations.
We just don't think you should disturb this delicate area until you know what it means. I just think Austin is a unique and wonderful city and this is one of the reasons it is so unique.
— State Representative & ZPP member Mary Jane Bode, 1979