District 10 News!

Hi neighbors, Happy Friday!

A win for the neighbors!

Yesterday the City Council unanimously passed the FY 2025 Budget by a vote of 11-0. I’m generally pleased with how the FY 2025 budget turned out. I’ve always contended that we need to spend our money in a way that most directly and positively impacts our citizens' day-to-day lives. Time and again, my office has heard from residents about their priorities: more public safety, infrastructure improvements, and addressing the homeless encampments emerging across our City. In this budget, we have provided funding for those three priorities and that is a win for San Antonio. Additionally, I’m thrilled today to approve the contract with our firefighters. The pay raise these brave men and women are receiving today is well deserved.

Looking ahead to future budgets, I am eager for the City to implement the new hybrid Zero-Based Budgeting model, which will ensure more strategic and efficient use of our resources. This approach will allow us to utilize our residents' tax dollars more effectively. Only by maximizing our resources can San Antonio truly reach its full potential.

The FY2025 Budget will begin October 1, 2024.

YOU'RE invited...

District 10 Locals Day at the Zoo

Date: Sunday, September 22, 2024

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Doors open at 9 am)

Location: San Antonio Zoo (3903 N St. Mary's St)

Voted one of the best zoos in the country, the San Antonio Zoo provides an opportunity for locals to experience the zoo for only $8.00. This is District 10's discounted special day. We hope you can join us!

Cooler weather means coffee with the Councilman...

As your Councilman, I warmly invite all our neighbors to host a coffee meet-up in your neighborhood as we approach the fall season! And don't worry, we'll take care of the coffee! This is a perfect time to spend a morning discussing any concerns or upcoming projects you would like my office to know about. If you are interested in hosting, email councildistrict10@sananatonio.gov.

Let's get you involved!

Do you have any ideas that you would like to see in your community? If so, please email councildistrict10@sanantonio.gov.

Thank you for being active community members and leaders here in District 10. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if we may be of any assistance to you. The District 10 team is on hand and available to address your needs and concerns.

- Marc

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Delivering for D10:

Block walking

My team and I have truly enjoyed getting out into the community, connecting with both familiar and new faces. I’ve always maintained that no concern is too big or too small—your voice matters. Don’t hesitate to reach out, especially to our dedicated constituent services representatives Johnathan Delmer jonathan.delmer@sanatonio.gov & Najee Holverstott najee.holverstott@sanantonio.gov. We are here to serve you.

Community Corner:

Bingo Night

District 10 sure knows how to B-I-N-G-O! We had a great time at our first ever Bingo Night at the Northeast Senior Center. Win or lose, thank you for spending your evening with me and the staff.

Chat with Burning Tree Apartments

One of my top priorities when I took office was to ensure I am accessible to every part of the district. I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Burning Tree Apartments for allowing me to visit and engage with our residents.

Meet our Invocator

It was my honor to invite Pastor Jimenez of MacArthur Park Lutheran Church to speak inspiring words at our A-session last Thursday, September 12, 2024. Your words remind us of the importance of faith and unity as we work together for the betterment of our community.

Painting in the Park

Our second Painting in the Park was a major success! Participants greatly enjoyed painting fall themes on mini canvas's to adorn their home.

A big thank you to all our neighbors for a great Saturday and to Los Patios for hosting us. We hope to see you at our next Painting in the Park.

District 10 Community Meeting

Another month, another successful community meeting. Special thank you to our guests: NEISD's Superintendent Dr. Sean Maika, AACOG's Lyle Hufstetler, and Mark Rogers from the Heart of Texas Band.

Re-watch here in case you missed it!

HOA Meetings

It was a productive and engaging week filled with neighborhood meetings! A big thank you to Terrell Heights, Fox Run, and High Country for inviting us to participate and discuss the issues that matter most to you. We’re always eager to connect with more communities—if you’d like us to attend your HOA or Neighborhood Association meeting, don’t hesitate to reach out at councildistrict10@sanantonio.gov.

District 10 Calendar:

*District 10 specific

*September 22, 2024: District 10 locals day at the San Antonio Zoo, San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N St Marys St, San Antonio, Texas, 78212, all day. Get tickets here.

*October 5, 2024: Movie Night on Salado Creek, Los Patios, 2015 NE Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas, 78217, 6:30 PM

*October 21, 2024: Northeast Neighborhood Alliance Community Meeting, Northeast Senior Center, 4135 Thousand Oaks Dr, San Antonio, Texas, 78217, 6:30 PM

*SAVE THE DATE: November 9, 2024: District 10 Harvest Festival, Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, Texas, 78217, 10 am - 1:00 pm.

Watering Rules from San Antonio Water System:

Important Update: New Watering Rules Approved

San Antonio is experiencing extensive drought conditions. Accordingly, at last week’s City Council A-Session, the council approved SAWS's Watering Rules for 2024. Two of the changes from the adopted modifications are watering hours and drip irrigation. For more information on the updated watering rules, please reference the one-pager below.

Learn about the PACE Program:

The Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program provides commercial, industrial, and large multi-family property owners access to affordable, long-term, 100% upfront private financing (typically 20 - 25 years) that is not available through traditional funding sources. PACE enables owners to lower their operating costs and use the savings to pay for eligible water conservation, energy efficiency, resiliency, and distributed generation projects with little or no capital. To realize the program’s benefits and determine eligibility, please visit https://www.texaspaceauthority.org/.

Celebrate Dyslexia Schools:

The grand opening of Celebrate Dyslexia Schools, the first of its kind in San Antonio, providing comprehensive dyslexia resources for families. The new school is a significant milestone in offering specialized support and educational resources tailored to the needs of dyslexic students and is set to open its doors in 2024 at The DoSeum. We are a tuition-free public charter school. We serve grades K – 2nd.

For more information about Celebrate Dyslexia Schools, please visit celebratedyslexiaschools.org or complete the interest form here.

From San Antonio Water Systems:

Storm drains are only for rain

Rain may be a rare occurrence these days, but when it does happen the San Antonio River and

local creeks are inundated with debris and contaminants.

That's because trash from streets and parking lots or chemicals from driveways and landscapes

is washed down storm drains and right into the nearest body of water.

It's called runoff — and it's a major source of pollution to the San Antonio River watershed.

You can help prevent pollutants and debris from entering our storm drains.

• Toss trash in garbage bins.

• Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly, within recommended amounts (and avoid using if

rain is in the forecast).

• Pick up and dispose of pet waste.

• Use drip pans to catch engine oil and other pollutants when repairing automobiles and

recycle them.

• Compost or mulch leaves and yard trimmings instead of sweeping them into the street.

• Direct downspouts and rain gutters away from paved surfaces.

Motor Oil and Water Don't Mix:

That old saying is especially true when it comes to used motor oil and our local water supplies. It is estimated that American households improperly dump about 193 million gallons of used motor oil every year which could leak into our storm drain system and eventually contaminate our rivers, creeks, and lakes. Recycling used motor oil reduces this pollution threat.

Did you know that the City of San Antonio operates a permanent drop off location for used motor oil?

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Facility

7030 Culebra Road

San Antonio, Tx 78238

Tuesday-Friday: 8am-5pm (except holidays)

Saturday: 8am-12pm (except holidays)

For a list of drop off requirements, please visit sa.gov/swmd.

Construction Project Updates:

Bulverde Road - Phase I

(Limits: Butterleigh Drive to North of Quiet Meadow)

The contractor is currently working on completing curbs, sidewalks and driveways, drainage features and asphalt throughout the project.
Located North of Quiet Meadows Street, Contractor will focus on completing the medians, the remaining traffic signal work and landscape installation.
The final steps will be installing the last 2” of asphalt for the entire length of the project, striping and clean up. The contractor will be complete by the end of this year.

From Northside ISD:

ELECTRIC WATER METERS ARE HERE!

SAWS ConnectH2O is the union of a technology and a philosophy to empower every San Antonian to help manage our community’s water in a way that’s sustainable, simple and secure. Learn more!

City is now accepting applications for REHABARAMA!

The City’s Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) is expanding its REHABARAMA program. If selected, participants may receive minor home repairs at no cost.Eligibility restrictions apply.

One goal of REHABARAMA is to preserve aging housing stock for the purpose of allowing residents to age in place & gain generational wealth. “Our older housing stock provides a high proportion of naturally occurring affordable housing that remains largely unsubsidized and unprotected. These existing homes can be at risk of deterioration or demolition due to deferred maintenance, and once they are gone, we lose the affordability,” says Shanon Miller, Director of the Office of Historic Preservation. “Prioritizing repair and maintenance programs for our older housing stock is supported by the City's Strategic Housing Implementation Plan as an environmentally and economically sustainable method of housing preservation.”

Qualified participants are eligible to receive assistance with home repair and maintenance projects focused on arresting deterioration and prolonging the useful life of the home. Typical scopes of work include projects that address one or more of the following:

Building envelope (siding, soffit, fascia, roof penetrations, skirting)
Structural systems (foundation, stabilization, reinforcement of structural elements, masonry)
Non-compliance with property maintenance code issues
Weatherization & comfort (wood window repair, windows screens, door repair, insulation)
Longevity (scraping, caulking, painting, flashing, gutter repair)
Safety (porch repair & decking, accessibility)

To be eligible, the home must be constructed prior to 1960, and the income level for the household must be at 80% of the Area Median Income or below.

To apply, homeowners can visit the REHABARAMA website or call 210-207-3327 to request an application by mail or email.

Beyond preserving aging housing stock, another goal of REHABARAMA is to integrate trades education and learning opportunities into every project. The City is seeking to hire contractors that would be willing to host an apprentice at no cost. Interested contractors can call 210-207-4680 or visit the REHABARAMA website to submit the Contractor Interest Form.

San Antonio Community Resource Directory:

Do you know where the closest food pantry is or where you can find utility assistance? Do you or a friend need help learning how to make the most of your paycheck? Have you experienced loss and are looking for grief support or mental health resources? The San Antonio Community Resource Directory, SACRD.org, was created to answer these questions and much more.

SACRD.org is a free, comprehensive online platform that offers an array of resources encompassing food, housing, health, legal, aid, education, work, transportation and more. These resources are provided by nonprofit agencies, government programs, congregations, and other compassionate groups located in and around the San Antonio area.

SACRD.org also offers three specialized portals designed to address specific needs more effectively. The Mental Health Portal offers resources customized to users' experiences, spoken language, age, insurance coverage, and other factors influencing their mental well-being. The Housing Finder helps users locate properties in the greater San Antonio area based on income, housing type, and potential rental barriers. The Housing Stability Portal focuses on housing needs beyond finding a place to live, such as home repair, legal assistance, financial assistance, relocation, and homemaking.

With almost 11,000 programs in over 140 categories, you will always find something at SACRD.org.

Start your search today at SACRD.org on your phone or computer. Enter your ZIP Code and find support.

LEARN ABOUT PROJECT QUEST:

Zero Percent Interest Loans Now Available for San Antonio Small Businesses!

The City of San Antonio, the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SAHCC), and LiftFund have secured $500,000 in the FY23 Budget for the City of San Antonio’s 0% Interest Program, a program aimed to support the growth of San Antonio small businesses, especially in light of recent economic challenges.

Small businesses located in or relocating to San Antonio city limits can apply for up to $100,000 in 0% interest funding through the program, double what has been offered by the program in the past. The funding can be used for startups as well as the majority of regular business expenses including inventory, payroll, equipment, and working capital.

According to the program website, the initiative prioritizes funding small businesses looking to hire additional staff, in efforts to help create jobs in the city. Those that have not received a 0% interest LiftFund loan in the past two years also have priority, to help those that need support the most.

Learm more about LiftFund:

https://www.liftfund.com/cosabusinessloans/

Learn more!

Join Ready To Work!

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.

Learn more about the City of San Antonio's Fiber Deployment!

September 2024 Thousand Oaks Library Programming

4618 Thousand Oaks Dr. | San Antonio, TX 78233 | 210.207.9190

Monday & Tuesday: 12 pm - 8 pm | Wednesday - Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING

Baby Time

Every Tuesday at 1pm – 1:45pm

Enjoy a lap-sit story time especially for babies 0-18 months and their caregivers. Short stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays are followed by playtime.

Family Storytime

Fridays, Sept. 20 & 27 at 11am – 11:30am

Join us for a story time with stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays! Best for children ages 2-5.

Let’s Create! Arts & Crafts Friday

Every Friday at 3:15pm – 4:15pm

Unwind from the school week with a relaxing arts and crafts activity! This program is for children ages 6-12 but younger children may participate with caregivers’ help.

Let’s Move! Music & Movement

Every Saturday at 10:30am – 11:15am (except Sept. 7)

Join us for a Saturday morning filled with music, songs and rhymes! Best for children under 10.

ADULT PROGRAMMING (For ages 18+, unless otherwise noted)

Tai Chi Class (for beginners & experts!)

Every Sunday at 10:30am – 11:30am

Every Thursday at 12pm – 1pm

Improve breathing and balance, increase strength, and decrease stress! Comfortable clothing recommended and no equipment required. Classes limited to first 15 attendees to arrive.

Self Defense with Arnis Eskrima

Every Sunday at 11:30am - 12:30pm (except Sept. 8)

Arnis Eskrima is a Filipino martial art renowned for its effectiveness and ease of learning. Join us for these empowering sessions that approach personal safety from a martial arts perspective. For ages 18+ only. Classes limited to first 15 attendees to arrive.

Senior Book Club

Wed, Sept. 25 at 10am – 11am

Copies of “The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride are available at Thousand Oaks Library. E-book and e-audiobook copies are also available through the Libby app with a Library card. For adults 60+ years. Held at the NE Senior Center | 4135 Thousand Oaks Dr.

Adult Craft Time: Mini Donkey Pinatas

Wed, Sept. 25 at 4pm – 5:30pm

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a mini donkey pinata! As part of Hispanic culture, pinatas are used in celebrations and filled with candies, fruits and gifts. Supplies are provided while they last.

S.N.A.P. - Special Needs Adult Program

Thur, Sept. 26 at 10:15am – 11:15am

Registration is required. This monthly program features a story, craft and snack for adults with special needs. Please call Paula at 210.650.1122 to reserve your craft. Companions are welcome to accompany special needs adults!

All Libraries are open from 2-6pm only on Fri, Sept. 13 for staff training.

Please call the Thousand Oaks Library for details on any of the listed information.