Hello D6,

We're in the first weeks of the new Council session and one of the first orders of business is the reappointment of boards and commissions members.

D6 has always had the best, most dedicated, and experienced volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to make our community great. I am very grateful for their advice and guidance. This week I was happy to appoint and reappoint 15 community members to various boards:

Kathleen Davis to the Animal Care Services Advisory Board

Dan Rossiter to the Brooks Development Authority

Jesse Zuniga to the Building Standards Board

Bert Pickell to the City/County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs

    and the Parks and Recreation Board 

Richard Vasquez to the City of San Antonio Commission on Education

Laura Lopez to the Disability Access Advisory Committee

Myrl Britten to the Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board

Dr. Emily Fleisher to the San Antonio Arts Commission

Michael Valdez to the City of San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board

Fernanda Maria Cardenas to the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees

Gabriela Smith to the San Antonio Youth Commission

Yaritza Cruz-Villarreal to the San Antonio Youth Commission

Walter Rogers to the Veterans Advisory Commission

Kin Hui to the Zoning Commission

Michael Hogan to the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

Help thank them for their service to our community, and if you happen to see them around D6, make sure to tell them they are appreciated.

While we’re on the subject of boards and commissions, there is a great opportunity for anyone interested in serving on the Citizen Advisory Action Board (commonly referred to as the Complaint & Administrative Review Board - CARB).

There are several vacancies on the CARB that are scheduled to be filled in October 2023; we ask that anyone interested in being considered for appointment in October submit an application by September 25. 

I also want to express my thanks to 436th District Court Judge Willam “Cruz” Shaw for working with me to forge a plan of action to address our community’s increase in juvenile crime.

The plan has several working parts which we outlined in an editorial that was published this week in the San Antonio Express News. Our city has experienced a staggering 94 percent increase in juvenile felony referrals from 2022 to 2023. The effects of the COVID lockdown are still being felt, our children are in urgent need of support. We must act quickly to fill the gaps in school enrollment and mental health care outreach. 

You can click on the graphic below to read the plan.

I will keep you informed on the next steps we’ll be taking to put our plan to work.

Be sure to put a big circle around August the 19th on your calendar!

The start of the new school year is right around the corner and we’re here to help!

Your District 6 team and I are preparing our Back-to-School Readiness Bash with our friends at Hallmark University, Blue Cares SAPOA Outreach, San Antonio Professional Fire Fighters Association, San by Antonio Police Department, and many more!

We will be giving away FREE backpacks, school supplies, and haircuts provided by Cut & Shave Barber College to help students look their best for the big day, we partnered with San Antonio Metro Health to administer vaccines and SA Ready to Work will be there with resources and case managers to help those needing assistance.

Make sure to tell all your family, friends, and neighbors that you don’t have to live in D6 to attend this event. It’s open to everyone in the city.

There is a lot to look forward to and I am excited for you to join us!

Mark your calendars:

August 19, 2023, from 10 AM to 2 PM

Hallmark University, 9855 Westover Hills Blvd

I also want to send a quick heads-up to everyone in D6 who uses and depends on the Great Northwest Library.

The GNW Library will be temporarily closed due to maintenance.

The work will include interior painting, restroom renovations, new fixtures, and parking lot restriping. The GNW Library is scheduled to close on August 7, 2023, and is expected to be closed for 8 to 10 weeks.

During the closure period, neighbors are encouraged to use the nearby libraries. The GNW book drop-off will remain open.

This week we celebrated a perfect way to fill two San Antonio needs: carports for shade with solar panels to generate energy.

These new solar panel parking shade structures were installed at the La Hacienda de Los Barrios on Redland Road. They have more than 400 solar panels and provide shade for 56 cars.

Thanks to CPS Energy for supporting and encouraging energy innovation, to the Barrios family for their investment, and to Big Sun Solar for providing the technology!

Another cause for celebration this week was the re-opening of the Walmart store on 1604.

The store has been undergoing remodeling and upgrades and this week it opened its doors again for D6ers!

That part of the District had been growing at a fast pace in the last 10 years and many families have been shopping there because it’s a place they know, close to where they live.

Walmart has been a great corporate citizen. During the tragedy at Rob elementary in Uvalde, Walmart donated bottled water for the community and police officials from throughout the state who were there in the aftermath. My staff and I drove trucks filled with the donated water to Uvalde and their generosity was felt by many.

I know that in order for families to thrive in District 6, business has to thrive as well. So I was honored to help cut the ribbon and wish Walmart good luck!

Here’s a great example of D6’s whatever-it-takes energy to make our community better!

We spent last weekend shoveling and spreading soil to even out the ball fields at Cuellar Park. It was a small way to show our support from the families and Little League teams who use the facility. But the result is huge!

We couldn't have done it without the support of our AMAZING volunteers! Thank You!! 

Shout out to the San Antonio Police Department, the Safety Corp, San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department, The Edgewood Girls Softball team, and the San Antonio Brahmas for all your hard work and help to ensure our fields are ready to go this season!

Have a great week!

Councilwoman Melissa Cabello Havrda

Construction and Maintenance Notices

SLURRY SEAL PROJECTS

• August 7^th  –   August 9^th       
  • Genesse Crk from Dakota Valley to City Limits.       
  • Culebra Way from Culebra Rd to City Limits
  • Creekshore CV from Cedarcreek Trl to City Limits.
  • Watersedge CV from Cedarcreek Trl to City Limits.
  • Oxbow Way from Cedarcreek Trl to City Limits.
  • Mahala BLF from Dakota Valley to City Limits.  
  • Cenote Dr from Cedarcreek Trl to City Limits.
  • Cedarcreek Trl from Coolspring Dr to Cactus Plum Dr.
  • Coolspring Dr from Cedarcreek Trl to City Limits. 
  • Rapla Crossing from Star Creek Dr. to Muuga Manor.                 

SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION

• August 7^th– August 31^st      
  • Selected sidewalk panels on Daniel Boone Dr from Viva Max Dr to Pancho Villa Dr.      
  • Selected sidewalk panels on Daniel Boone Dr from Viva Max Dr to Pancho Villa Dr. 
• August 8^th – September 8^th     
  • Sidewalk gap on Town Ridge Drive from Town Hill Drive to Cul-de-sac.
• August 14^th – September 23^rd
  • Westfield Dr from Barbados to Andros Place – north side. 

REPAVING and FLATWORK

S Acme Dr.

Prosperity Dr to Historic Old Hwy 90

July 10, 2023 to October 10, 2023 (weather permitting)

GAS MAIN INSTALLATION

1251 Historic Old Hwy 90 (Golden Chick)

     - Lane, Sidewalk closure, Boring under S Acme Rd

45 days

Southfork Construction Inc.

     - Randy Hayden

     - randy@southforkconstruction.com

Google fiber optics is coming to Meadow Village!

Crews will be installing fiber optic cable in the area mapped below.

The work will be ongoping until December 26, 2023

FIBER OPTIC INSTALLATION PROJECTS

5950 Les Harrison Dr. - Great Northwest from 8/14/2023 to 12/24/2023

9203 Ridge Grove St - Great Northwest from 08/28/2023 to 12/29/2023.

10603 Culebra Rd - Mtn View from 08/28/2023 to 12/29/2023.

7543 Grissom Rd - Lindsey Pl, Misty Oaks from 08/24/2023 to 12/24/2023.

Council Meetings and Committees

Council B Session
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
2:00PM
City Hall Complex

Council A Session
Thursday, August 10, 2023
9:00AM
City Hall Complex

BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS MEETINGS WEEK:

• Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
• Public Engagement and Outreach Subcommittee of the Housing Commission
• San Antonio Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission Meeting
• San Antonio Arts Commission
• Small Business Advisory Commission
• Southern Edwards Plateau Habitat Conservation Plan Coordinating Committee
• Women in Civic Leadership in San Antonio
• Public Meeting - French Creek Greenway
• City/County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs Meeting
• Planning Commission
• Public Comment Session
• Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women

Community Bulletin Board

GREAT NORTHWEST LIBRARY

will be temporarily closed for construction

BULKY ITEMS CURBSIDE COLLECTION

Animal Care Services Extends Shelter Hours to Encourage Lifesaving

 San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) has expanded shelter hours to give would-be adopters, fosters, and rescue partners more opportunities to help pets in need. The municipal shelter will be open two additional hours, with adoptions and other services now available from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays. Weekend hours remain unchanged, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The $25 special adoption rate continues through the end of July. This special rate applies to dog, cat, puppy, and kitten adoptions. 

Fosters Desperately Needed to Help Local Pets in Need

 San Antonio Animal Care Services (ACS) and local animal welfare partners have been flooded with pets in need, including dozens of puppies and kittens. Fosters are urgently needed to provide temporary care for pets as they become adoption ready. Foster applications are available via the following links:

• Animal Care Services at: www.saacs.info/foster
• San Antonio Pets Alive! at: www.sanantoniopetsalive.org/programs/foster
• Animal Defense League at: www.adltexas.org/foster-application/

Fosters will receive food and other supplies for their temporary pets including medical care and vaccinations. Interested residents should check with the program of their choice for additional resources. 

AUGUST 1-2: JBSA-Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit

Don't miss the Joint Base San Antonio Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit on August 1-2! Taking place at the Boeing Center at Tech Port, the no-cost event will connect military servicemembers with businesses that are hiring for opportunities in industries such as cyber/IT, healthcare and human resources.

The Career Summit will bring employers together with military spouses, military caregivers, transitioning service members and veterans who are ready to work now, as well as those planning for the future. There is no cost to the Summit. 

Joint Base San Antonio
Hiring Our Heroes Career Summit
Tues., August 1 - Wed., August 2
VIEW EVENT AGENDA

Boeing Center at Tech Port
3331 General Hudnell Dr.
San Antonio, TX 78226
SEE MAP

JOB-SEEKER REGISTRATION

EMPLOYER REGISTRATION

 It's summer at the Library!

Dig it! Gardening Series - https://www.mysapl.org/Events-News/Events-Calendar?trumbaEmbed=search%3DBexar%20County%20Master 

Predators' vs Pray - https://www.mysapl.org/Events-News/Events-Calendar?trumbaEmbed=search%3Dpredators%20and%20prey 

DANVILLE CHADBOURNE SCULPTURES AND PAINTINGS - https://www.mysapl.org/Events-News/Events-Calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D166926857

Explore Opera for Kids - https://www.mysapl.org/Events-News/Events-Calendar?trumbaEmbed=search%3Dopera

Illusions by Blake - https://www.mysapl.org/Events-News/Events-Calendar?trumbaEmbed=search%3Dblake%20the%20magician

Always dispose of pesticides properly

Pesticides and herbicides can be a convenient way to protect plants from pests and weeds. But when used or discarded incorrectly, these chemicals pose great risks not only to our ecosystem and wildlife, but also to our water, soil, air and human health.

The best way to avoid the perils of pesticides and herbicides is to stop using them altogether. But if you must use them:

• Always carefully read the product label and follow the disposal instructions exactly.
• Only purchase what you need and use it until it’s gone to avoid leftovers.
• Never discard these items in your trash bin for regular collection.  
• Don’t ever pour them down sink drains, toilets or storm drains.

Pesticides and herbicides must be disposed properly at a household hazardous waste site. For a schedule of monthly drop-off events, visit sa.gov/swmd.

Welcome to Summer with SAPL 2023! The San Antonio Public Library is offering people of all ages opportunities to read, learn, explore, and connect. Our summer library program is June 1 - July 31, 2023.

For more information on the Summer with SAPL, click HERE. 

A higher-paying career is now within your reach. San Antonio’s unprecedented Ready to Work program offers tuition assistance for education and job training.

Career coaches are with you from start to finish to evaluate what you need now to get started, guide you through career planning and get you enrolled to begin your path to securing a quality, higher-paying job.

No other program offers more support to ensure participants reach success. If you are ready for a change, take advantage of this opportunity now.

There are three easy ways to learn more and apply:

      1. Online: Visit readytoworksa.com

      2. Phone: Call 3-1-1 and ask for Ready to Work

          3. In Person: Visit Alamo Colleges District, Project Quest, Restore Education or Workforce Solutions Alamo

Animal Care Services joins Daisy Cares to feed hungry pets in San Antonio 

Pet food donations sought as holidays near and needs increase   

The San Antonio Animal Care Services (SAACS) team is joining Daisy Cares, a local non-profit, to host a holiday pet food drive that will help both organizations support pet parents in need by filling their pet pantries.    

Bags of dog and puppy food are especially needed in addition to other new or gently used pet items. All donations will be divided between the Daisy Cares pet food pantry and the SAACS Community Animal Support and Assistance (CASA) program, which uses a case management approach to assist pet parents in need with food, humane care support, and veterinary resources.   

Residents can bring pet food donations through the end of November to Animal Care Services during regular business hours. SAACS is located at 4710 State Highway 151 and is open on weekdays from 1 - 7 p.m. and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. on weekends (except on City holidays). All donations are tax-deductible.

CPS energy has launched an updated webpage with information to help keep customers safe in the event of an outage: www.cpsenergy.com/prepare and in Spanish www.cpsenergy.com/preparar.

Customers are also encouraged to update their emergency contact information with CPS in case of an emergency.

For more information visit http://cpsenergy.com