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July 10, 2020
Dear Neighbors,
COVID-19 Update
 
I hope you enjoyed your Fourth of July at home this year! I realize it is not our tradition to let a holiday go by without a proper celebration. Thank you for keeping your community safe by staying in.
 
Since last week, the State of Texas and Department of Defense have sent medical personnel to assist at local hospitals, giving our local healthcare workers much needed support. New cases of COVID-19 are still high. We are seeing younger people in hospitals, intensive care and on ventilators. We are not in the clear yet.
 
Please continue using caution: stay six feet away from those not in your household, wear a mask, and wash your hands frequently.
 
And if you receive a call from Metro Health, please respond. By contacting people who have tested positive and those who they’ve been in close contact with, we can slow the spread.
 
City-Run Testing Sites Only Testing Those with Symptoms
 
As of this past Monday, the City's COVID-19 testing sites will only test people who have symptoms. Once testing capacity increases, this may change again.
 
If you do not have symptoms and want a test, you can still get tested at a private clinic. A full list of the private testing sites is available here.

If you have symptoms but don't have insurance or a doctor, you can get tested for free at either of these City testing sites:
 
·   Kazen Middle School - 1520 Gillette Blvd. San Antonio, TX 78224
·   Cuellar Community Center- 5626 San Fernando St. San Antonio, TX 78237
 
Both locations are open every day in July from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. These locations do not require an appointment and will test up to 300 people per day.
 
Sanitary Supplies for Small Businesses
 
Small businesses should have the supplies they need to keep employees and customers safe. That's why my office is providing small businesses in District 7 with sanitary supply kits. Each kit includes a no-touch thermometer, five face masks, and two gallons of hand sanitizer.
 
To see if your business qualifies for a free supply kit, please call us at 210-207-0870.
Yours in public service,
Announcements
City of San Antonio COVID-19 testing sites will now only test people experiencing symptoms
All testing sites managed by the City of San Antonio will require people to have COVID-19 symptoms in order to be tested at the free City operated locations. For a list of testing sites click here.
2021 Trial Budget Survey
The City of San Antonio needs your help prioritizing what services matter to you. Speak up with your budget priorities by taking this quick survey today. #SASpeakUp
COVID testing is now available seven days a week
Two new locations on the south and west side have been added where free COVID-19 testing is available seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the month of July. These locations do not require an appointment and will test up to 300 people per day. Individuals must have symptoms associated to COVID-19 to be tested.
Feeding Our Families: Food Bank Volunteers Needed
The San Antonio Food Bank is facing a critical shortage of volunteers. Without your help, they may have to scale down or cancel some distributions. If you have time and are able, signup for a shift at: www.safoodbank.org/ways-to-help/give-time
Financial and Housing Recovery Center will help households recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19
The City launched the Center’s services on Wednesday, July 1. Residents can access services by calling 210-207-5910 or by visiting the website at https://covid19.sanantonio.gov/fhrc.

Services include:
  • Benefits navigation assistance – through Financial Benefits Navigators working with federal, state and local benefits providers and with community partners, to include services such as utility assistance, rent/mortgage assistance, unemployment, TANF, SNAP, or Medicaid
  • Financial counseling – through the Financial and Housing Recovery Center, including budgeting, debt management, credit report education, and linking to positive products through Bank On San Antonio, etc
  • Fair housing counseling and rent/mortgage assistance – through the Neighborhood and Housing Services Department
  • Pro bono legal representation for eviction cases – through Texas RioGrande Legal Aid
  • Workforce assistance – through a variety of community partners such as Alamo College, Workforce Solutions Alamo, Project Quest, and Family Service, residents can access various paid training, education, and certification opportunities to obtain a better jobs that is accompanied by various wraparound support services
  • Homeless services counseling – through one or more of the City’s delegate agencies, to assist homeless clients and San Antonio residents needing rapid rehousing
  • Small business recovery assistance - through door-to-door outreach by community business organizations and dedicated small business hubs and resource centers, as well as grants through a partnership between the City and LiftFund to help business and non-profits with 20 employees or less
Heat advisory in effect
The City of San Antonio cooling centers will continue to be open and provide respite from the high temperatures. Cooling centers will observe COVID-19 precautions, including face coverings, screening, sanitation and social distancing guidelines.
For more upcoming COVID testing sites click here.
The City of San Antonio has an online self-screening tool that can help a person determine if they should get tested for COVID-19. This helpful screening tool can be found at https://covid19test.quacito.com/. This tool does not replace medical care if a person is feeling ill
Early Voting for 2020 Primary Runoff Election

Early voting for the 2020 primary runoff election is in full swing! Remember, you can vote in the runoff even if you didn't vote in the primary.

If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, you can request to vote curbside. Please protect yourself and others by wearing a mask!
Stay Informed
Click any of the following buttons for reliable information about COVID-19. Additionally, you can text COSAGOV to 55000 to receive SMS text message updates.
Community Resources
The following buttons link to community resources should you need any assistance. If you need a service that is not listed below, please contact our office at 210-207-0870 or by email at District7@SanAntonio.gov.
See a full listing of resources here.
Local Job Listings
Help Your Neighbors
Looking for a way to help your neighbors during this time? Here are a few ideas:
See more ideas on how to get involved here.
District 7 Council Office
During this time, the District 7 Office is continuing to work for you. We are taking the following precautions to protect your health and ours:

  • We are taking your phone calls and emails.

  • We are calling into neighborhood association and HOA meetings. If you would like help hosting a video or conference call for your NA/HOA meeting, call us!

  • We are postponing in-person office events for the time being.

Contact us by calling 210-207-0870 or emailing us at District7@SanAntonio.gov

We appreciate your understanding.