Your Vote is Your Voice

General elections are being held for San Antonio's mayor and council members! If you didn't vote during early voting, there is still time.

Find a polling location near you, and make a plan to vote this Saturday, May 6. Plan ahead and view a sample ballot before you go!

Housing Assistance Program Application Opens May 15 

Online Application Period: May 15 through June 5

Are you a San Antonio resident facing financial hardship during or due to the pandemic? Are you in need of temporary rental help?

The Housing Assistance Program helps eligible renters. To qualify, applicants must:

• meet income requirements
• provide proof of financial hardship
• be the primary lease holder
• not have received previous rental or relocation help from the city in the last 12 months

Households facing eviction will be prioritized. Applying does not guarantee assistance. Contact 210-207-5910 or 311 for more information.

Apply online starting May 15!

Parks and Recreation Summer Job Fair

Date and Time: Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Location: 3100 Hiawatha St., San Antonio, TX 78210 (Southside Lions Park)

We are looking for people to join our team this summer in a variety of temporary positions. Roles include lifeguard, outdoor pool supervisor, community services specialist, recreation assistant and more.

Come to our job fair to learn about summer jobs, chat with hiring managers, get help with completing your job application and interview on the spot!

Apply for available summer jobs before the event. Call 210-207-8705 with questions. 

Ready to Work 

A higher-paying career is now within your reach. The Ready to Work program offers tuition assistance for education and job training.

Career coaches are available to:

• help you evaluate what you need to get started
• guide you through career planning
• help enroll you 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!

There are three easy ways to learn more and apply:

• Visit readytoworksa.com
• Call 3-1-1 and ask for Ready to Work
• Visit Alamo Colleges District, Project Quest, Restore Education or Workforce Solutions Alamo

Applications Open for REHABORAMA

REHABARAMA offers minor home repairs at no cost to qualifying homeowners. The program helps preserve housing to allow residents to age in place.

Typical projects address one or more of the following:

• Building envelope (siding, soffit, fascia, skirting)
• Structural systems (foundation, stabilization)
• Property maintenance code issues
• Weatherization & comfort (wood window repair, windows screens, door repair, insulation)
• Longevity (caulking, painting, flashing, gutter repair)
• Safety (porch repair & decking, accessibility)

Homes built before 1960 are eligible for the program. The income level for the household must be at 80% of the Area Median Income or below.

Apply online or call 210-207-3327 to request an application by mail or email.

PreK4SA Enrollment Open for Children Age 3-4 Years

Enrollment is open children who will be 3 or 4 years old by September 1, 2023. The online applications takes just 5-10 minutes to complete.

Read more about the process and application tips. Apply now!

Cool Pavement Project Underway

Last week, the City began installing Cool Pavement in all 10 City Council Districts. Cool Pavement reflects more sunlight and absorbs less heat to fight rising temperatures. These installations will serve as a pilot test.

The City will study the Cool Pavement for six months. The University of Texas at San Antonio will help test its potential to reduce temperatures in the city.

Read more about the program and view a map of the project locations.

Blanket and Towel Donations Requested

Spring is here, and that means there are plenty of puppies and kittens at Animal Care Services!

During your spring cleaning, set aside blankets and towels you no longer need. These make great donations for young litters coming into the shelter. They help provide dry, warm cage lining for little ones while they get ready for adoption.

See the list of needed items. Donations are accepted at Animal Care Services seven days a week:

• Monday through Friday: 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Sundays and Saturdays: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fosters are also needed to help care for the pets coming into the shelter daily. All supplies and basic veterinary care are provided for foster animals. Read more and apply to foster!

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Register Your Group with the City

Did you know the City maintains a registry of associations and organizations in San Antonio? The registry helps people find and connect with their neighbors. Registered groups also receive City news and updates. 

Learn more about the benefits of registering and register your group!