It's been over a year since we joined over 600 District 7 residents for the first Bandera Road Corridor Project community meeting. Fortunately, the pandemic hasn't stopped us from continuing the work. This week, I want to fill you in on some of the recent work TxDOT and the City have been up to.
The City and TxDOT recently held a technical meeting with government agencies and area businesses and area neighborhood representatives to discuss what the road could look like in the future. The group that included neighborhood leaders like Michelle Dalbis-Robledo from Braun Station East, Roxana Vargas from Braun Station West, Rainbow Gardens and Bandera Road City Church. This meeting built on input collected at community forums in December 2019.
The meeting focused on options for improving Bandera Road's many intersections, how local roadways might provide better movement in the area, and possibilities for revitalizing the corridor. All of these alternatives will be refined then shared with the community in a future meeting early next year.
This is a long-term project for our community. We must get through the first critical step – and that’s having a plan. Without a plan, we can’t request funding, much less build the road! Based on the great work done by stakeholders and TxDOT so far, I am confident we are well on our way to transforming Bandera Rd. into a safer, more vibrant corridor that moves.
We're still working on short-term improvements the road. Next week, I'll share more information on a project already underway! Until then, be well and stay safe!
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P.S. Commissioner Justin Rodriguez and University Health System are hosting a drive thru flu shot event TOMORROW, Saturday, October 10. Appointments are required. You can register and learn more here. |
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Councilwoman Recognizes World Mental Health Day |
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At the October 8 City Council Meeting, Councilwoman Sandoval recognized World Mental Health Day. She recognized the Police Department's Mental Health Unit and presented a Proclamation to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) for recognizing World Mental Health Day and hosting NAMIwalks, a virtual event promote awareness of mental health.
You can watch the video here. The remarks are at the 14:30 minute marker. |
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Councilwoman Ana Sandoval joined CityFest for a discussion on San Antonio's role in handling local disasters such as flooding and the impacts of climate change in San Antonio.
Panelists included Nefi Garza, Assistant Director for the City of San Antonio Public Works Department's Storm Water Division, and Steve Graham, Assistant General Manager for the San Antonio River Authority, and moderator Brendan Gibbons, San Antonio Report's environment and energy reporter.
Didn't get a chance to watch? Click here for a recap of the conversation.
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#Throwback: National Night Out 2019
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Normally, Councilwoman Ana Sandoval and the District 7 team would criss-cross District 7 for National Night Out and visit all of our neighborhoods. Due to COVID-19, many of the things our office enjoyed doing alongside our residents in-person have now gone online.
We look forward to the next time we can all get together again!
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Intergovernmental Relations Committee
Wednesday, October 14 at 10:00 AM
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Audit and Accountability Committee
Tuesday, October 20 at 10:00 AM
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Public Safety Committee
Tuesday, October 20 at 2:00 PM
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October 10: Drive-Thru Flu Drive Sponsored by Commissioner Justin Rodriguez and University Health |
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With flu season quickly approaching, Commissioner Justin Rodriguez and University Health are hosting a drive-thru flu drive. This event will allow the community to receive their flu shots from the safety of their vehicle.
Appointments are required and are on a first-come, first-served basis, and there are 1,000 flu shots available. Visit the ticket link to schedule your appointment today.
Additional Details:
• Individual registrations must be submitted for each person receiving a flu shot. This includes everyone 3 years and older.
• To protect the health and safety of everyone involved, protocols will be in place to ensure mask use and physical distancing.
• Most major insurance plans will be accepted. Shots are available at no cost for those without insurance.
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San Antonio Metropolitan Health District Shares Guidance for Residents to Practice Safe and Physically Distant Halloween Activities |
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With the first holiday of the fall season approaching, Metro Health has provided guidance for the public to have a safer Halloween. The public should continue using face coverings, practicing physical distancing, and good hygiene skills. The need to maintain safe practices will change what celebrations look like, but it is still possible to celebrate a safe Halloween.
Safer Trick or Treating Tips
- Stay home if you are sick. Parents and children should wear appropriate face coverings if going out to trick-or-treat. Halloween masks are not adequate protection.
- Limit the size of your group to those within your household.Maintain a distance of six feet or more between other groups.Bring hand sanitizer and use it frequently.Avoid going inside other homes. Only enjoy pre-packaged treats and avoid buffets or shared food.Wash hands with soap and water for 20 seconds when you return home.
Safer Ways to Hand out Treats
- Don’t hand out candy if you or someone in your household is sick. Participate in distanced trick-or-treating by not requiring trick-or-treaters to come to your door.
- Prepare individually wrapped goodie bags or leave individually wrapped candy for families to grab and go on a disinfected table at the end of a driveway or the edge of a yard.
- Be sure to disinfect the table periodically
- When preparing goodie bags, be sure to wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds before and after.
Safer Adult Halloween Activities
- Limit gatherings with people outside of your household. If you plan to host or go to a Halloween party, plan an outdoor gathering as opposed to an indoor gathering.
- Gathering in small groups is safer
- Avoid beverages from the shared punch bowl and buffet-style food
- Avoid crowded indoor parties,
- Wear appropriate face coverings if going out to trick-or-treat. Halloween masks are not adequate protection.
- Avoid using drugs and alcohol.
Remain vigilant by protecting yourself, your family, and the community. For more information, residents are encouraged to visit Metro Health’s COVID-19 Halloween
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Climate Action Advisory Committee members appointed by City Council |
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The San Antonio City Council appointed the inaugural members of the Technical and Community Advisory Committee and the Climate Equity Advisory Committee in accordance with the SA Climate Ready Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). Members appointed by the Mayor and City Council were recommended by the Community Health and Equity Committee, the City Manager’s Office, the Office of Equity and the Office of Sustainability.
“The inaugural committee members are leaders in their fields and communities. Their work will create a critical launch pad for the strategies outlined in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan,” said Councilwoman Ana Sandoval, Chair of the Community Health and Equity Committee. “Now that the committees are in place, it’s time that we get to work reducing carbon emissions and building a resilient San Antonio.”
Appointees to both committees were selected based on technical expertise in elements related to climate mitigation and adaptation, and other important areas related to plan implementation, representation of important perspectives and a willingness to collaboratively work toward the Climate Plan goals.
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The Animal Defense League Waives Adoption Fees for National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month |
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For the month of October, The Animal Defense League (ADL) will be waiving standard adoption fees for any canine over 40 pounds in celebration of National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. To not leave our feline friends out, ADL will also be waiving the adoption fee for any feline over 6 months old. In lieu of the adoption fees, ADL asks for a monetary donation to go towards our active medical program.
The adoption special ends Saturday, October 31. The special does not qualify for any felines under 6 months of age or canines under 40 pounds. Adoption appointments are required to adopt and can be made at www.adltexas.org. |
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SA2020 Invites You to Review the Draft Community Results and Indicators |
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This past Friday marked 10 years of San Antonio’s Community Vision!
SA2020 is looking for your feedback to guide the final phase of public input in strengthening the Community Vision for the next 10 years.
This phase asks San Antonians to review the draft Community Results and Indicators, which were informed by 10,500 San Antonians who shared feedback earlier this year and then reviewed by 80 local content experts. Folks can provide input in two ways this month:
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Via an online form, which asks them to choose a particular area and provide feedback on the language and proposed indicators.
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Via virtual community conversations we are hosting in partnership with UTSA. Community members can choose a particular area and be a part of a facilitated conversation with their neighbors.
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We Will Overcome: Sister Cities & Friends Virtual Jazz Ensemble |
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This unique event brings together 17 musicians from San Antonio and it sister and friendship cities around the world to play an original composition by Aaron Prado, a well-known local musician and composer.
Additionally, a total of 11 mayors and a deputy mayor from our sister and friendship cities were interviewed for this program. The event will be broadcasted virtual this Sunday, October 11. Join the event by clicking here. |
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October 1st means we’re officially in Halloween season 👻🎃 While ghosts and ghouls may frighten some, don’t get spooked by scammers! Remember, our reps will never call to demand payment or personal info. For more tips on how to scare off scammers, visit cpsenergy.com/scammers
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an Order to prevent evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The order is effective September 4th, 2020 through December 31st, 2020.
The Order states that landlords are prohibited from evicting certain tenants affected by COVID-19. Click here to learn more or call 210-207-5910.
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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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