The third Convene the Green meeting was held in Galveston, TX on Monday May 19, 2025 with the purpose of identifying the overall goal of the group and align the different working groups within it. The group’s shared goal was stated to be to prioritize sustainable living with Galveston’s natural environment; emphasizing the importance of coexisting with these natural resources and using them, while acknowledging the natural hazard risks that are faced living here.
It was highlighted that the group should develop a shared vocabulary to avoid miscommunication and conflicting messaging in terms of public engagement. Also, participants emphasized that living sustainably should be mainly supported by the city leadership by encouraging intentional development projects.