Gov & Politics
New Climate Plan Draft Gets Warm Welcome At Council Meeting
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Most San Antonio City Council members are reacting favorably to a new draft of the City’s climate plan, with only one member so far saying he opposes it outright.
Gov & Politics
SAPD to Address Domestic Violence in 2020 Budget With More Personnel
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Next year, the San Antonio Police Department will feature a total of 16 new positions that will focus on domestic violence.
Gov & Politics
Proposed City Budget Boosts Funding for Affordable Housing Efforts
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The City of San Antonio’s proposed 2020 budget would increase funding to affordable housing by $8.5 million.
Gov & Politics
City Council Members Express Concerns About SAWS Contribution to City Budget
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Most City Council members were receptive to using money from SAWS to make up for shortfalls in next year’s budget.
Transportation
Architects, Advocates Weigh in on Broadway Street Designs Ahead of Council Action
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A majority of San Antonio City Council committee members that will review a bike lane option for lower Broadway are supportive of the idea.
Business & Tech
CNF Technologies Launches Cyber Lab at Port San Antonio
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CNF Technologies, a local cybersecurity firm, is growing its staff and revenue as it opened the doors to its new cyber lab at Port San Antonio.
Commentary
Cite-and-Release Program Compromises Safety of San Antonians
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Commentary: Crimes against people and businesses should remain out of the cite-and-release program.
Gov & Politics
Nirenberg Restructures City Council Policy Committees
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Mayor Ron Nirenberg dissolved the Arts, Culture, and Heritage Committee and made changes to the membership of the Governance Committee.
Gov & Politics
City Council Approves San Antonio’s First Homestead Exemption
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The 0.01 percent exemption will shave $5,000 off the appraised values of homes that are the primary residence of a property owner.
Gov & Politics
San Antonio Accepts $2.5 Million to Support Climate Change Initiatives
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San Antonio’s new City Council accepted $2.5 million in support from American Cities Climate Challenge to reduce carbon emissions.
