Development News for San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio City Council Honors Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society

The San Antonio City Council recognized the Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society, acknowledging its significant contributions to understanding and supporting individuals with chromosome 18 conditions. The organization, founded by Dr. Janine Cody, has connected over 8,000 families worldwide and enrolled over 700 people in its research study. The Clinical Research Center at UT Health San Antonio, the only dedicated center of its kind globally, celebrates 35 years. San Antonio is now a hub for research, treatments, and family support for these conditions. The annual family conference is scheduled for July 12-15, expecting around 400 attendees.

San Antonio City Council Honors Las Palmas Leadership School Students Traveling to Global Finals in China

The City Council recognized the Las Palmas Leadership School for Girls from Edgewood ISD, whose students Cora Moffitt, Sophia Thames, and Roxy DeLeon are preparing to travel to China for the Destination Imagination Global Finals. The council members expressed pride in the students' achievements in collaboration, communication, and innovation, highlighting their potential and the positive representation they will bring to San Antonio. The principal of Las Palmas thanked the Mayor and council for the opportunity to recognize these students and emphasized their hard work and critical thinking skills. Several council members shared their own experiences with international travel and encouraged the students to embrace the opportunity.

San Antonio City Council Extends CPS Energy Affordable Discount Program Eligibility

The City Council approved an extension for the CPS Energy's affordable discount program (ADP), maintaining the income threshold at 150% of the federal poverty level until January 31st, 2027. This extension prevents a significant number of families, previously qualified under the expanded criteria, from losing their eligibility and facing increased energy bills. The program was initially expanded in 2023 to include an additional 29,000 families, and without this extension, many would have been removed from the program on June 1st, 2020, reverting to the former 125% poverty level qualification. A speaker raised concerns about the permanence of temporary government programs and the potential for increased rates for other customers to offset the cost of expanded subsidies.

San Antonio City Council Approves Funding for Senior Center, Street Redesign, and Riverwalk Improvements

The City Council approved funding for several park and infrastructure improvements as part of the consent agenda. Item five allocates $5 million from the 2022 bond for upgrades to the West End Park Senior Center, which serves the WEHA neighborhood and will include a full-service kitchen. Item six involves the redesign of South Brasos, incorporating bicycle and pedestrian facilities, traffic, and potential drainage upgrades, with coordination between SAWS and CPS. Item seven allocates $3.2 million for Riverwalk Channel improvements, supporting ADA accessibility and fitting into the ongoing Riverwalk strategic plan.