D7 Virtual Town Hall Available to Watch
City Manager Walsh and several members of the City's Leadership Team joined me Monday for an overview of the City's Proposed Budget for next year. If you missed it, you can watch it here.
The residents who tuned in asked excellent questions about parks, senior services, and the City's streets and sidewalks program.
City Taking Precautions to Keep COVID in Check this Fall
With fall just around the corner, public health professionals have a new threat to worry about: flu season.
COVID-19 stretched our healthcare system thin this summer. Health professionals expect a second wave of COVID this fall that would overlap with flu season. The two viruses together could overwhelm our hospital system.
That's why I asked Metro Health to provide the Community Health & Equity Committee with an update on their plans and precautions for flu season. During their presentation, we learned:
- Metro Health will join community partners for over 50 flu clinic events this flu season.
- Metro Health has two immunization clinics open now:
- The westside clinic is at the Frank Garrett Center and is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday by appointment. Call 210-207-8867 for more info.
- The eastside clinic is at 210 N Mel Waiters Way and is open Monday through Friday by appointment. Call 210-207-8894 for more info.
- You can also get your immunization at your doctor's office, some pharmacies, and even some grocery stores.
This flu season, please keep yourself, your family, and your community safer by getting a flu shot. Together, we'll get through this.
City Council Continues Reviewing Proposed City Budget
City Council will continue its fifth straight week of budget review next Tuesday with two budget sessions. The Tuesday session will focus on City employee benefits. The Wednesday session will focus on Animal Care Services. If you have any questions or comments about the proposed budgets for these departments, send them our way. |
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This week, our office hosted the City of San Antonio's Executive Leadership Team to discuss the proposed 2021 City budget. If you didn't have a chance to watch, you can click here to for a full recap.
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Councilwoman Sandoval joined Natalia Jasso of Inclusion is Sweet and several other distinguished panelists for a discussion on mental illness, disability, and policing. You can watch the discussion here. |
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Improvements Underway at Nani Falcone Park |
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This past weekend, Councilwoman Sandoval visited several on-going projects across the district including park improvements happening at Nani Falcone Park.
Improvements at the park include the construction of shade canopies and concrete walkways for improved access to the dog park area. While construction is being completed, patrons can visit and use alternative dog parks such as the New Territories Dog Park at 9023 Bowen Dr. or Tom Slick Dog Park at 7400 Highway 151.
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City Council Special Session on the Proposed FY '21 Budget
Tuesday, September 1 at 2:00 PM | Agenda
Economic and Workforce Development Committee
Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 AM | Agenda
City Council Special Session on the Proposed FY '21 Budget
Wednesday, September 2 at 2:00 PM | Agenda
Public Comment
Wednesday, September 2 at 5:00 PM | Agenda
City Council A Session
Wednesday, September 3 at 9:00 AM | Agenda
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City of San Antonio and Bexar County Parks will be Closed for Labor Day Weekend |
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City of San Antonio and Bexar County announce closures of City and County parks for the Labor Day weekend. All City parks will be closed to the public effective Friday, September 4 at 11:59 p.m. until Tuesday, September 8 at 5 a.m. All County parks and park amenities will be closed to the public effective Friday, September 4 at 9:00 p.m. until Tuesday, September 8 at 9:00 a.m. Click here for more information.
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FY 2021 Budget at a Glance |
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The City of San Antonio is adjusting the budget to overcome the fiscal reality of COVID-19 and its effect on city services. Here’s a glance at the proposed Operating and Capital Budget for fiscal year 2021. Learn more at: sanantonio.gov/budget
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City of San Antonio Financing & Housing Recovery Center |
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The new Financial and Housing Recovery Center is a central location where you can call for help with any of the assistance programs administered by the City of San Antonio. Please call 210-207-5910 for an appointment. Please leave a message if no one answers. Click here for more information.
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Vaccines Available for Children Returning to School |
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Flu season is here and its important that your child stays up-to-date with their vaccinations. Metro Health is offering vaccinations to young children for free, or at a reduced cost for those who qualify. For more information, call 210-207-8867. |
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We Want to Hear from You! Sign up for Public Comment |
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Make your voice heard. Find the steps to participate in making public comments & learn more at sanantonio.gov/Clerk/PublicComment or text COMMENT to 55000. Just a reminder that registration for speaking closes 30 mins prior to meeting start time.
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Animal Care Services is Looking for Foster Families! |
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Looking for ways to help pets in need? Consider fostering a shelter dog. Right now, larger (40lb+) dogs at ACS are in need of a temporary, loving home. Temporary pet parents receive free pet supplies, food, and veterinary care for their fosters! Sign up here to get started.
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Metro Health Offers Free Testing Sites Across San Antonio |
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Metro Health offers free COVID-19 testing at three locations across San Antonio. Click here for appointment requirements, hours of operation and additional testing locations.
In addition, 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 .
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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. |
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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. |
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See a full listing of resources here. |
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Looking for a way to help your neighbors during this time? Here are a few ideas: |
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See more ideas on how to get involved here. |
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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.
We appreciate your understanding.
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