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Affirmative Action Advisory Committee

The Affirmative Action Advisory Committee (AAAC) is an advisory board for the City of San Antonio that was established on January 31, 1985. The purpose of this committee is to make recommendations aimed at assisting the City of San Antonio to achieve its affirmative action goals. The AAAC consists of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember. AAAC meetings are typically held on the second Tuesday of every second month. Meetings are typically held in the City Tower Building, 100 W. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78205, and start at 5:30 PM. Liaison: Vanessa Vallejo – (210) 207-6080. Apply for the Affirmative Action Advisory Committee here.

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Airport Advisory Commission

The mission of the Airport Advisory Commission (AAC) is to advise the Aviation Director on matters affecting the City’s airports and air transportation initiatives to include noise compatibility issues. The AAC comprises 19 at-large members appointed by City Council to staggered two-year terms. A majority of members is required to meet a quorum. Eighteen of the commission’s members are voting members, including three members from the aviation industry; six members from the community; two members from the travel and tourism industry; four members from the business community; one member from the ground transportation industry; one member representing an airport business lessee; and one member from Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG). The one non-voting member is a representative of the Federal Aviation Administration. Unless otherwise posted, meetings are typically held on the third Tuesday of every month at 3:30 p.m. on the third floor of the Airport Center, 10100 Reunion Drive, San Antonio, TX 78216. Liaison: Nicole Fowles – (210) 207-1666. Apply for the Airport Advisory Commission here.

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Alamo Citizen Advisory Committee

In accordance with the recommendations of the City Council’s Governance and Quality of Life Committees, the Alamo Citizens Advisory Committee (ACAC) was established in 2014 to assist in the updating of the 1994 Alamo Plaza Study Committee Report; create a vision and guiding principles for the redevelopment of Alamo Plaza and surrounding area; assist in the development of the scope of work for the development of a master plan for Alamo Plaza; and provide general oversight of the development and implementation of the master plan upon its completion. The ACAC is composed of 10 Council District members appointed by each Councilmember and 11 members appointed by the Mayor. The Committee also includes five members appointed by the General Land Office and four Technical Advisory Committee members. The committee meets as needed to review designs before they’re considered by the Historic and Design Review Commission. Liaison: Landry Stafford – (210) 207-3998. Apply for the Alamo Citizen Advisory Committee here.

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Animal Care Services Advisory Board

It is the function of the Animal Care Services (ACS) Advisory Board to assist and advise the City of San Antonio regarding Animal Care Services through recommendations, reports, and by representing ACS in the community and with our assigned Council Districts. The board consists of 14 members. Eleven of the members of this Board shall be appointed by the City Council, one from each City Council district and one by the mayor. Each of these appointees shall serve on the Board for unlimited two-year terms coterminous with those of the appointing City councilmember, in accordance with the City’s boards and commissions rules codified in chapter 2, article IX of the City Code. The Health Department Director, the Animal Care Services Department Director, and the City Manager or their designees are ex-officio non-voting members of the Board. Board meetings are hosted by the Animal Care Services Department every third Wednesday of every other month. Liaison: Marshall Bruce – 210-207-3338. Apply for the Animal Care Services Advisory Board here.

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Arbitration Hearing

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Audit Committee

The Audit Committee provides guidance and oversight of the Office of the City Auditor in the performance of its responsibilities, including municipal audits. Additionally, this committee shall serve as the Audit Comittee for purposes of the City’s external independent financial audit annually coordianted through the City’s Finance Department. The Committee shall also review and provide policy recommendations that promote transparency, accountability, and trust in City procurement and contract functions. Included in their charge is the review of high-profile contracts which shall be identified based on criteria in effect at the time. The Audit Committee comprises five members: three City Councilmembers and two citizen members. The two citizen members should be residents of the City and have applicable experience in financial and/or audit matters and should be knowledgeable in public administration, public financial and fiscal practices, governmental accounting, and auditing. The members serve two-year terms. Liaison: Kevin Barthold – (210) 207-2853. Support Staff: Ashley Venticinque

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Bexar Appraisal District

The Bexar Appraisal District Board of Directors is responsible for hiring the Chief Appraiser and Taxpayer Liaison Officer, approving the District operating budget, and setting policy. It consists of five members representing various tax entities. Members are appointed by the governing bodies of the taxing units that participate in the District. As a participating taxing unit, the City is entitled to nominate up to five candidates to sit on the Board. Members serve a two-year term beginning on January 1st of even-numbered years and ending on December 31st of odd-numbered years and cannot serve more than all or part of five terms. The Bexar Appraisal District Board of Directors does not accept applications from residents or any other outside organizations or agencies. Liaison: Jennifer Rodriguez – (210) 242-2406. View Bexar Appraisal District meeting agendas.

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Bexar Metro 911

The mission of Bexar Metro 911 is to deploy and maintain a state-of-the-art 911 emergency communication system that enables citizens in distress to quickly communicate their requests for police, fire, or emergency medical assistance, and to ensure member jurisdictions have the appropriate 911 tools necessary to efficiently and accurately receive and process those requests. The Board of Managers establishes policy and adopts rules for the operation of the District. The board may contract with any public or private entity to help accomplish the District's mission. The board appoints an executive director who is responsible for the District's day-to-day operations. Bexar Metro 911 is composed of representatives from the following municipalities and counties (in accordance with the Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 772.306): The City of San Antonio; Bexar County; Comal County; Guadalupe County; The City of New Braunfels; and The Greater Bexar County Council of Cities. Each member serves a staggered two-year term of office. Bexar Metro 911 does not accept applications from residents or any other outside organizations or agencies. Liaison: Allison Traylor – (210) 408-3911.

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Brooks Development Authority

The mission of the Brooks Development Authority Board is to promote and develop a dynamic, sustainable, and inclusive community by serving as a catalyst for transformative economic development and regional prosperity. The board comprises 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members serve overlapping two-year terms of office. Board meetings are held monthly on the first Tuesday at the Brooks Development Authority’s Board Room located at 7515 Inner Circle Drive, Suite 101, San Antonio, Texas 78235. Liaison: Sonia Veliz – (210) 678-3393. View Brooks Development Authority Board meeting agendas. Apply for the Brooks Development Authority Board here.

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Building Standards Board

The mission of the Building Standards Board (BSB) is to partner with the community to build and maintain a safer San Antonio. The BSB addresses cases related to dangerous structures and properties that are in violation of the San Antonio Property Maintenance Code (SAPMC). The board also hears appeals from property owners who have received SAPMC Notices of Violation, as well as summary abatements. The board rules on issues of interpretation, intent, and application of code requirements. The BSB is a quasi-judicial, citizen-based board and has 14 members appointed by City Council: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and four at-large members. Members serve overlapping two-year terms of office and there is no limit on the number of terms that may be served. Liaison: Judy Croom – (210) 207-5422. Apply for the Building Standards Board here.

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Building-Related and Fire Codes Appeals and Advisory Board

The Building-Related and Fire Codes Appeals and Advisory Board hears and decides appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the building official or the Fire Chief relative to the application and interpretations of Chapter 10, Chapter 11, and specific articles in Chapter 28 of the City Code. In addition, the board shall review building-related and fire codes issues when requested to do so by the building official or Fire Chief, and shall provide a recommendation to the building official or Fire Chief. The board may form committees to advise it on specific matters, as the purpose of code review committees is to review the newly published codes and to receive public comments on these codes and their associated amendments. The Board comprises 17 voting members and 17 alternates who are qualified by experience and training to act on building-related and fire codes, and who may not be employees of the city. They each shall serve a two-year term with a limit of three consecutive two-year terms and must reside in the City unless the City Council waives the residency requirement. A quorum is met if nine of the appointed members or their appointed member alternates are present for appeals and advisory board and for the committees if the majority members are present; a committee shall have no less than four members and not more than seven members. The 17 primary voting members are comprised as follows: a structural engineer; a fire protection engineer; an electrical engineer; a plumbing engineer or a mechanical engineer; an architect; two building contractors registered by the City; two master electricians; two air conditioning and refrigeration contractors; a master plumber; a commercial building contractor; a commercial building owner, manager, or their representative; a Residential Group R-2 multi-family building owner, manager, or their representative; and a master sign electrician. The master electrician, air conditioning and refrigeration contractors, and master plumber must have one member and one alternate for both an open and organized labor shop. All must be licensed or registered by the State of Texas unless otherwise noted, and each category listed shall have the number of members noted and the same number of alternates. The BRFCAAB does not have regularly scheduled meetings but meets when an appeal of the Building Official's or Fire Marshal's Decision has been submitted, or when the Building Official or Fire Marshal requests the Board to advise on a code issue. The board must meet within 14 calendar days of receiving an appeal. The board meets within the Board Room at 1901 S. Alamo St. Liaison: Ramiro Carrillo – (210) 207-8314. Apply for the Building-Related and Fire Codes Appeals and Advisory Board here.

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Capital Improvements Advisory Committee

The purpose of the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee is to advise and assist in the implementation of the impact fee process pursuant to Chapter 395 of the Local Government Code, which established a method for municipalities to impose impact fees for recouping the cost of off-site capital improvements necessitated by new development. The committee is responsible for making recommendations to the City Council on the adoption of Land Use Assumptions and Capital Improvements Plans, and on the imposition and recalculation of impact fees.The committee comprises 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member representing the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ). The committee is required to consist of a combination of five real estate development and building industry representatives and six community representatives. Members serve overlapping two-year terms of office. Liaison: Patrick Middleton – (210) 233-3286. Apply for the Capital Improvements Advisory Committee here.

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Charter Review Commission

A standing Charter Review Commission was authorized by the City Council in 2014 to study and make recommendations regarding provisions within the City Charter that should be updated because they conflict with current state law, do not reflect current practices, or have become outdated or obsolete. A Charter Review Commission consists of San Antonio residents who conduct research and solicit public input to make recommendations to the City Council to place any Charter amendments on the ballot for the San Antonio voters. Liaison: 210-207-6889 For information on the Charter Review Commission, visit https://www.sa.gov/Directory/Departments/CAO/City-Charter/Charter-Review-Commission.

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Citizen Advisory Action Board

The Citizen Action Review Board reviews cases of alleged non-criminal misconduct committed by police officers. After reviewing the cases, CARB members make recommendations to the Chief of Police as to whether discipline is warranted. The board is made up of two independent boards: sworn and civilian. The board rotates members every six months. The sworn board has seven members of the following ranks: deputy chief, captain, lieutenant, sergeant, detective, and two officers. The civilian board has seven community members, who are approved by City Council. The deputy chief serves as the board chairperson. The Citizen Advisory Action Board (CAAB) is also commonly referred to as the Complaint and Administrative Review Board (CARB). Liaison: Joefrank Picazo – (210) 207-8430. Apply for the Citizen Advisory Action Board here.

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City Council

Please see the San Antonio Mayor and City Council webpages for complete information. Mayor’s Office: (210) 207-7107. City Council Office: (210) 207-7040.

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City of San Antonio Commission on Education

The City of San Antonio Commission on Education’s purpose is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and City Council on matters affecting the education of San Antonio residents. The focus of the Commission is to concentrate efforts on advising policymakers and key stakeholders on programs and services that align with the City’s education goals, indicators, and measures; communicate recommended improvements with persons and institutions able to effect change; and work in concert with others to foster actions beneficial to the San Antonio community. The commission comprises 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Commissioners serve on a two-year term which runs concurrently with the term of the appointing Councilmember. Meetings are typically held on the third Thursday of every month from September to May at 4:15 p.m. at San Antonio College Victory Center. Liaison: Camryn Blackmon – 210-207-1763. Apply for the City of San Antonio Commission on Education here.

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City of San Antonio Commission on Strengthening Family Well-Being

The City of San Antonio Commission on Strengthening Family Well-Being (CSFWB) serves in an advisory capacity to the Department of Human Services and the City Council on matters affecting the well-being of San Antonio residents and families, with a focus on financial strengthening and stability building of low-income San Antonio residents. The commission is composed of 11 voting members each serving a two-year term. Each City Council district and the Mayor have an appointee within this board. A quorum of 51 percent of appointed members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of every other month (i.e. every 60 days) at 4:00 pm in the Willie Velasquez Learning Center located at 1302 N. Zarzamora St., San Antonio, TX 78207. Liaison: Monique Lane – (210) 207-5905. Apply for the City of San Antonio Commission on Strengthening Family Well-Being here.

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City of San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board

The City of San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board (HESAB) serves to help increase college enrollment, retention of college graduates, and advises the Mayor and City Council on policy matters of interest to students who are enrolled in colleges and universities in San Antonio. The board is composed of 11 members currently enrolled in a local college or university: 10 District-appointed student members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one student member appointed by the Mayor. Each student member serves a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember. Meetings are typically held the fourth Tuesday of every month from September to May at 5:30 pm located at San Antonio College Victory Center. Liaison: Camryn Blackmon – 210-207-1763. Apply for the City of San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board here.

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City of San Antonio Texas Education Facilities Corporation

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City/County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs

The mission of the City/County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs (CCJCEA) is to Improve the quality of life of Seniors in San Antonio and Bexar County through support of senior services, resources, advocacy, and outreach. 16 members appointed by governing bodies. Appointed Representatives: City (11) Mayor and each Council Member, County (5) County Judge and each County Commissioner. A quorum of seated and voting members is required to conduct business on the board's agenda. All members are 60 years of age or older, unless an ordinance granting an age waiver is approved by City Council and Commissioner’s Court. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at the Bexar County Vista Verde Building, 233 N. Pecos La Trinidad, San Antonio, TX 78207. Liaison: Yolanda Perez – (210) 207-6379. Apply for the City/County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs here.

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Climate Ready - Climate Equity Advisory Committee

The mission of the SA Climate Ready Climate Equity Advisory Committee includes advising City staff and City Council on the advancement of equity-centered implementation of the SA Climate Ready Plan and long-term sustainability plans, such as the SA Tomorrow Sustainability Plan. The Mayor and City Council shall appoint members, recommended by the City Manager and the Office of Sustainability. The Climate Equity Advisory Committee comprises 11 members total: 10 at-large members and one chair or vice-chair of the SA Climate Ready Technical & Community Advisory Committee. All are voting members and serve two-year terms. Meetings are held in-person quarterly at 100 W. Houston at City Tower. Liaison: Zabrina Rapozo – 210-207-6199. Apply for the Climate Ready - Climate Equity Advisory Committee here.

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Climate Ready - Technical and Community Advisory Committee

The mission of the SA Climate Ready Technical & Community Advisory Committee includes advising City staff and City Council on the implementation of the SA Climate Ready Plan, and long-term sustainability plans, such as the SA Tomorrow Sustainability Plan. The Committee is designed to provide expertise, diverse perspectives, and input regarding implementation of the SA Climate Ready Plan as the City works to achieve greenhouse gas reduction and adaptation goals. The committee is composed of 24 members total. All are voting members and serve two-year terms, for a maximum of two consecutive terms, or a total of four years. Terms are coterminous with Council. No member may be appointed to the Committee should their service exceed four full years. Chair and Vice Chair serve one-year terms. The Chair and Vice Chair are not limited on number of terms served as Chair and Vice Chair; however, they must comply with the overall maximum terms for members of the Committee. Meetings are held in-person quarterly at 100 W. Houston at City Tower. Liaison: Zabrina Rapozo – 210-207-6199. Apply for the Climate Ready - Technical and Community Advisory Committee here.

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Collective Bargaining Negotiation Session - Fire

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Community Action Advisory Board

The Community Action Advisory Board (CAAB) serves in an advisory capacity to assist the City Council in its role as the governing body for the Bexar County Community Action Agency (CAA). The CAAB advises the Department of Human Services (DHS) and City Council on the needs, concerns, and goals of low-income persons; recommends policies; and advises on the allocation of federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds. CAAB advises DHS Head Start, Training for Job Success Program, Financial Empowerment Centers, Emergency Assistance, and Ameri-Corps Vista. The CAAB acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on the operation of the Community Action Program (CAP), and oversees the extent and quality of services for low-income individuals and families. DHS has operated the Community Action Program (CAP) since 1979 and is the designated Community Action Agency and CSBG eligible entity for Bexar County. The CAAB is a federally mandated tripartite board comprised of 15 members as follows: five representatives of low-income individuals and families; five representatives from private groups and organizations with an interest in serving individuals and families living in poverty; five elected officials, to include four City Councilmembers appointed by the Mayor, and one County Commissioner appointed by the County Judge. Meetings are held on the third Thursday monthly from January to December at 5:30 p.m. at Claude Black Community Center, 2805 E. Commerce Street, San Antonio, TX 78203 and/or Head Start Office at 1227 Brady St., San Antonio, TX 78207. Liaison: Minerva Hernandez – (210) 207-5917. Apply for the Community Action Advisory Board here.

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Community Health Committee

The Community Health Committee oversees policies, plans, and programs that affect the quality of life of our residents, including the protection and enhancement of the natural environment, public health, human services, climate preparedness, solid waste, libraries, and parks. Additionally, the committee oversees activities related to the stewardship of San Antonio’s unique artistic, cultural, and historic heritage. Staff support: Oscar A. Olvera 210-207-5171

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Conservation Advisory Board

The purpose of the Conservation Advisory Board (CAB) is to provide input and advice to staff and City Council regarding: the acquisition of sensitive land over the Edwards Aquifer and the appropriate development and stewardship of such land acquired pursuant to the Parks Development and Expansion Venue Project (2000), pursuant to the Edwards Aquifer Protection Venue Projects (2005, 2010 and 2015), and pursuant to the San Antonio Municipal Facilities Corporation funding program approved by City Council in 2020; and the stewardship and monitoring of conservation easements acquired under the Edwards Aquifer Protection Venue Project(s). The CAB is comprised of nine voting members from each of the following organizations: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; The Edwards Aquifer Authority; The San Antonio River Authority; The San Antonio Water System; The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board; The Economic Development Foundation; Medina County; Uvalde County; and the Director of the San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department. Serving two-year, concurrent terms, board members may be reappointed indefinitely so long as they remain eligible in a given category. The CAB meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month. The CAB typically does not hold a meeting in July, and holds a combined November/December meeting in late November or early December. Additional meetings may be held at the discretion of the Board. Meetings are held in San Antonio River Authority’s Board Room located at 100 E. Guenther St., San Antonio, TX 78204. Liaison: Phillip Covington – (210) 207-3003. Apply for the Conservation Advisory Board here.

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CPS Energy Board

The CPS Energy Board of Trustees, in accordance with bond ordinances, governs the natural gas and electric utility. The board has authority and power with reference to the control, management, and operation of the electric and gas systems and their expenditures. The board consists of four citizens residing in each of the four geographical quadrants of the City of San Antonio, and the Mayor of San Antonio who serves as an Ex-Officio Member. Trustees must reside within the CPS Energy quadrant that they represent. Board members serve for a term of five years and are eligible to serve one additional term. Members receive $2,000 compensation per year; the chairperson receives $2,500 per year. The Mayor of the City of San Antonio receives no compensation. Applications to serve on the CPS Energy Board of Trustees are submitted directly through the CPS Energy website. Liaison: Tony Ramirez – (210) 952-5166 View CPS Energy Board meeting agendas.

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Criminal Justice, Public Safety and Services Committee

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Disability Access Advisory Committee

The mission of the Disability Access Advisory Committee (DAAC) is to work closely with the Disability Access Office as part of San Antonio's efforts to provide accessible City services, programs, and facilities for all residents, regardless of ability. The DAAC is composed of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Commissioners serve a two-year term of office. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. The meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 3:00 p.m. at the Westfall Library, 6111 Rosedale Court. Liaison: Olivia Gaitan – (210) 207-7245. Apply for the Disability Access Advisory Committee here.

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Economic and Workforce Development Committee

The Economic and Workforce Development Committee shall oversee policies, plans, and programs related to the vitality of the local economy, including the creation and retention of jobs, attraction of new businesses and private investments, support of small businesses, incentive policies, and growth of targeted industries. The committee will also review all aspects of the City's investments in education, workforce development, and training (SA Ready to Work), as well as provide recommendations and policy guidance that further San Antonio’s “Smart City” goals, such as enhancing cybersecurity, promoting digital inclusion, expanding municipal broadband, and pursuing economic opportunity. Staff support: Oscar A. Olvera – (210) 207-5171

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Employee Management Committee

The Employee Management Committee (EMC) was established by ordinance in August 2004 to provide a structured communication process by which the City and its employees can discuss matters pertaining to wages, hours of work, and other conditions of employment. The EMC is made up of three department directors on a rotating basis, the City Manager or designee, the Human Resources director or designee, employee association representatives, and one employee representative from each of the seven represented Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) categories. The EMC meets quarterly at City Tower. The EMC is not a public-facing committee and does not accept applications from residents or any other outside organizations or agencies. Liaison: Laura Palmer – (210) 207-0089.

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Ethics Review Board

The Ethics Review Board, as established by City Charter, is a District-appointed board with independent jurisdiction to enforce and sanction violations of the City Code relating to ethics, lobbying, and municipal campaign finance. The board strives to promote integrity, independence, and impartiality of service by City Officials, City employees, and others whose actions may affect the public faith in City government. This is done through the delivery of clear and timely advice, ongoing education, and fair enforcement of matters under the board’s jurisdiction and its powers granted by the City Charter, the Ethics Code, and the Municipal Campaign Finance Code. The board comprises 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members serve a two-year staggered term of office and are not eligible to serve more than three full terms of office. The board meets as needed; meetings typically start at 6:00 p.m. and are held in either Municipal Plaza or the City Tower Concourse. Liaison: Maria Elena Perez – (210) 207-0080. Apply for the Ethics Review Board here.

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Fire and Police Pension Fund

The San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund (FPPF) provides comprehensive retirement, death, and disability benefits for the City of San Antonio's police officers, firefighters, retirees, and their beneficiaries. The FPPF Board of Trustees is composed of two active Fire Trustees, one retired Fire Trustee, two active Police Trustees, one retired Police Trustee, and three members appointed by the Mayor. Liaison: Warren Schott – (210) 534-3262 View San Antonio Fire and Police Pension Fund board meeting agendas here. Apply for the Fire and Police Pension Fund Board here.

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Fire and Police Pre-Funded Health Care Trust Fund

The Fire and Police Pre-Funded Health Care Trust Fund – San Antonio provides comprehensive health care benefits for the City of San Antonio's police officers, firefighters, retirees, and their beneficiaries. The Board of Trustees of the Fire and Police Pre-Funded Health Care Trust Fund – San Antonio consists of two active Fire Representatives, one retired Fire Representative, two active Police Representatives, one active Fire Representative, and two members and two City Councilmembers appointed by the Mayor. Liaison: James Bounds – (210) 220-1389 View Fire and Police Pre-Funded Health Care Trust Fund – San Antonio board meeting agendas. Apply for the Fire and Police Pre-Funded Health Care Trust Fund Board here.

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Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission

The purpose of the Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission (FFPOCSC) is to secure efficient fire and police departments composed of capable personnel who are free from political influence and who have permanent employment tenure as public servants. The Commission administers the civil service aspects of Chapter 143 in accordance with this purpose. State civil service laws (Chapter 143) apply to cities that have a population greater than 10,000, a paid fire and/or police department, and a citizen-approved adoption of civil service through an election. The City voted in 1987 to adopt civil service for the police and fire departments. The Commission develops, adopts, and enforces rules necessary to carry out the intent of the law. The Commission is made up of three members who serve staggered, three-year terms. A person appointed to the Commission must be of good moral character, a United States citizen, a resident of the City of San Antonio for more than three years, over the age of 25, and have not held a public office within the last three years. The Commission members are appointed by the City Manager and confirmed by City Council. Commissioners may serve up to three three-year consecutive terms with additional terms subject to 2/3 majority approval of City Council. The Commission holds regular meetings on the second Monday of each month. Special meetings may also be called for matters such as promotional test appeals, appeals of applicants to the fire and police departments, or disciplinary action appeals from fire and police uniformed personnel. Liaison: Sarah Bilger – 210-207-8719. Apply for the Fire Fighters’ and Police Officers’ Civil Service Commission here.

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Goal Setting Committees

The Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) Ordinance requires the creation of a Goal Setting Committee (GSC), which votes to establish aspirational, segmented, and contract-specific small, minority, and women-owned business enterprise goals on City of San Antonio contracts/projects. The GSC is composed of five members from the following categories: City Manager designee (Chair) - one seat; Economic Development Department - one seat; Finance (Procurement Division) - one seat; originating department requesting the good or service – one seat; and citizens at-large – two seats. The citizens at-large are allowed to vote when reviewing contracts over $3 million and when establishing annual aspirational goals. The two citizens at-large seats are appointed by the City Council. Liaison: Bear Velazquez – (210) 207-7317. Apply for the Goal Setting Committees here.

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Governance Committee

The Governance Committee is responsible for proposing, reviewing, and referring new policy initiatives to staff or other City Council committees for action. Governance also considers policy recommendations from the Ethics Review Board as well as appointments to certain boards. Staff support: Megan Janzen – (210) 207-2085.

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Head Start Policy Council

DHS Head Start must establish and maintain a Policy Council responsible for the direction of the Head Start program at the agency level. The Head Start Policy Council shall approve and submit to the governing body decisions about each of the following activities: Activities to support the active involvement of parents in supporting program operations, including policies to ensure that the Head Start agency is responsive to community and parent needs. Program recruitment, selection, and enrollment priorities. Applications for funding and amendments to applications for funding for programs under this subchapter, prior to submission of applications described in this clause. Budget planning for program expenditures, including policies for reimbursement and participation in policy council activities. Bylaws for the operation of the policy council. Program personnel policies and decisions regarding the employment of program staff, consistent with paragraph (1)(E)(iv)(IX), including standards of conduct for program staff, contractors, and volunteers and criteria for the employment and dismissal of program staff. Developing procedures for how members of the policy council of the Head Start agency will be elected. Recommendations on the selection of delegate agencies and the service areas for such agencies. The Head Start Policy is composed of 24 representatives who serve a one-year term, with a limit of five terms. Of the 24 representatives, 20are parents of children who are currently enrolled in the DHS Head Start Program and four are representatives of the community at large elected by Policy Council parent representatives. Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:15 p.m. at the DHS Head Start Office, 1227 Brady Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78207. Liaison: Priscilla Garcia – 210-206-1058. Apply for the Head Start Policy Council here.

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HemisFair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation

The mission of the Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation (HPARC) is redeveloping and activating the site of the 1968 World’s Fair into a series of three parks in the heart of San Antonio. HPARC meets on the second Friday every other month on odd-number months at Hemisfair offices. Liaison: Meredith Balzen – (210) 842-1003. View the Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation board meeting agendas. Apply for the HemisFair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation board here.

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Historic and Design Review Commission

The Historic and Design Review Commission (HDRC) reviews projects related to exterior changes to properties individually designated as landmarks within the following areas: a historic district within the City; a River Improvement Overlay (RIO) District (including the River Walk); a View Shed Protection district; or a landmark property that is publicly-owned (i.e. libraries, parks, fire stations, etc.). In considering whether to recommend approval or disapproval of an application for a Certificate of Appropriateness, the HDRC is guided by the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, the City of San Antonio's Unified Development Code, and any additional design guidelines adopted by City Council. The HDRC consists of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members each serve a two-year term. Liaison: Meagan Lozano – 210-207-7991. Apply for the Historic and Design Review Commission here.

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Historic Compliance and Technical Advisory Board

The Historic and Design Review Compliance and Technical Advisory Board (HDRCTAB) members will review and recommend projects impacting historic properties related to repair and replacement materials, evaluate compliance cases and post-work approvals, and review OHP policy documents and historic design guidelines. The HDCTAB consists of 11 members: 10 appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members each serve a two-year term. Meetings are held once a month, typically on the third Friday at 8:30 a.m. in the Board Room at the Development and Business Services Center located at 1901 S. Alamo. Liaison: Meagan Lozano – 210-207-7991. Apply for the Historic and Design Review Compliance and Technical Advisory Board here.

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Intergovernmental Relations Committee

Intergovernmental Relations coordinates the City’s and County’s respective legislative policy developments and lobbying activities, and considers policies and programs that promote interagency cooperation. Staff support: Roger Gonzalez – (210) 207-2003.

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer + (LGBTQ+) Advisory Board

The mission of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer + (LGBTQ+) Advisory Board is to: serve as an advisory body to the City and City Council regarding issues actually or potentially affecting persons within LGBTQ+ communities or the LGBTQ+ community as a whole; create, guide, support, and evaluate LGBTQ+ quality of life initiatives in San Antonio; coordinate and/or participate in educational programs to promote equitable treatment, opportunity, and understanding of persons within the LGBTQ+ community; facilitate gatherings, such as meetings, institutes, and forums, designed to lead to building community and crafting solutions for issues concerning LGBTQ+ San Antonians; work with other City Boards and Commissions to address issues of intersectionality; and perform additional functions as required by City Council. The LGBTQ+ Advisory Board comprises 13 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and three members appointed by the Mayor. Members serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the City Council term. The LGBTQ+ Advisory Board should have a balanced membership reflecting the challenges and concerns of LGBTQ+ communities, and should represent a diversity of ethnicities, national origins, races, colors, disabilities, religions, genders, gender identities and gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, and socioeconomic statuses. The Advisory Board should include members who are broadly reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the LGBTQ+ community's diverse population. Liaison: Samantha Smith – 210-207-8911. Visit the City of San Antonio City Clerk’s site to apply for the LGBTQ+ Advisory Board.

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Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board

The Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board (LCPAB) serves in an advisory capacity to staff and City Council regarding land acquisitions, project design, and construction for a hike and bike trail system along San Antonio creekways using sales tax initiative funding and proposed 2022 Bond funding. The board is also tasked with oversight of long-range management and construction activities for recreation purposes on creeks and tributaries within the City of San Antonio. The LCPAB is composed of 11 members that each serve two-year terms. The Board has representatives from the City Council district and the Mayor. Unless otherwise posted, meetings are typically held on the last Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. at the Granados Adult and Senior Center located at 500 Frieling Drive. Liaison: Sofia Martino – 210-207-2270. Apply for the Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board here.

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Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women

The Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) serves to foster a closer relationship and a fuller exchange of ideas between women of respective Districts and City Councilmembers; to further the equal legal, social, political, economic, and educational opportunity and advancement of all women and men; to eliminate discrimination on the basis of sex in all phases of American society; to promote the dissemination of information on employment opportunities for women in the public sectors, and to provide counsel when and if necessary; and to encourage women to assume initiative and accept their responsibility in the removal of legal and other barriers to the realization of their basic human rights. The Commission is comprised of 11 members – each serving a two-year term – along with two non-voting associate commissioners. Each City Council district and the Mayor has an appointee to this board. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Commission's agenda. The Commission meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.; meetings are a mix of virtual and in person. Liaison: Roger Gonzalez – 210-207-2003. Apply for the Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women here.

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Municipal Civil Service Commission

The City Charter provides for the establishment of the Municipal Civil Service Commission (MCSC) for the purpose of hearing classified civilian employee disciplinary appeals for suspensions, demotions, and terminations, and to make recommendations to the City Manager regarding each appeal. The MCSC consists of three primary members and three alternate members, all of whom serve two-year terms. New commissioners are appointed through an extensive application, vetting, and interview process. A person appointed to the Commission must be mentally competent, a United States citizen, a resident of the City of San Antonio, a registered voter, and have no legal conviction of a felony. Liaison: Sarah Bilger – (210) 207-8719. Apply for the Municipal Civil Service Commission here.

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Municipal Court Advisory Committee

The Municipal Court Advisory Committee shall recommend judicial nominations for full-time and associate judges, act as a liaison between the Municipal Court Judges and City Council, as well as any other duties assigned by Council. Staff Support: Megan Janzen, 210-207-2085

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Municipal Golf Association - SA (MGASA)

The Municipal Golf Association-San Antonio (MGASA), also known as the Alamo City Golf Trail, is a non-profit corporation that has partnered with the City of San Antonio to manage and operate the City's eight golf facilities, to be stewards of municipal golf, and to provide affordable golf for all. In May 2007, City Council approved a 10-year management agreement with the MGASA to improve the golf facilities and to manage their operation. MGASA constantly improves the municipal golf courses so that San Antonio golfers will enjoy playing on premier courses at affordable prices. The MGASA Board of Directors comprises 15 members: six at-large members are appointed by the City Council, seven members are selected by MGASA, and two ex-officio voting members are appointed by the City Manager. Liaison: Thomas Aguillon – (210) 288-0341. Apply for the Municipal Golf Association - SA board here.

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Municipal Utilities Committee

The Municipal Utilities Committee oversees the implementation of programs and policies at San Antonio Water System and CPS Energy. The committee’s work is limited to program coordination efforts and does not include items traditionally heard by the full City Council – such as rate adjustments and board appointments. Staff support: Ashley Venticinque – 210-207-7879.

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Office of Urban Redevelopment - OUR-SA

The Office of Urban Redevelopment (OUR-SA) (formerly San Antonio Development Agency - SADA) was established by referendum election in 1957 under Title 12, Chapter 374 - Urban Renewal in Municipalities of the Texas Local Government Code. OUR-SA, as the Urban Renewal Agency for the City of San Antonio, maintains the legal ability to acquire, hold, and dispose properties associated with approved urban renewal plans. Actions of this board are subject to all applicable federal, state, and local guidelines, statutes, and rules, as well as approval by the San Antonio City Council. The mission of OUR-SA is to prevent urban blight and slums through legal activities such as slum clearance, redevelopment, rehabilitation, and conservation. OUR-SA comprises seven commissioners duly appointed by the Mayor. Commissioners serve staggered two-year terms and there is no limit on the number of terms that may be served. Commissioners are required to be residents of the City and shall be owners of real property. Liaison: Edgar Olivas – (210) 207-7805. Apply for the Office of Urban Redevelopment - OUR-SA commission here.

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Opportunity Home San Antonio

For more than 80 years, the Board of Directors of Opportunity Home San Antonio (formerly known as the San Antonio Housing Authority [SAHA]) has helped San Antonians access quality affordable housing and social services, created dynamic and thriving neighborhoods, invested in the growth and development of the community, and assisted residents achieve financial independence so they can become first-time homeowners. Opportunity Home San Antonio manages and controls the low-rent housing units of the City, and has the power to hire technical experts and such other officers, agents, and employees, permanent and temporary, and determines their duties and compensations. The board consists of seven members appointed by the Mayor for staggered two-year terms of office. Two members must be tenants of a public housing project managed by Opportunity Home San Antonio. Liaison: Marissa Perez – (210) 477-6056 View the Opportunity Home San Antonio board meeting agendas. Apply for the Opportunity Home San Antonio board here.

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Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board serves in an advisory capacity to the community on issues affecting the Parks and Recreation Department. The Board shall, as the voice of the community, advise the Parks and Recreation Department and City Council regarding community recreational facilities and services, needs and desires, and recreation programming. The Board shall promote public awareness of the public recreational facilities and services provided by the City and encourage community participation in those programs. The Board is composed of 11 voting members each serving a two-year term (there is no limit to the number of terms that may be served) and two non-voting members. Each City Council district and the Mayor have an appointee within this Board. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every other month at 5:30 p.m. in the City Tower Concourse Conference Room A, 100 W. Houston. Liaison: Cynthia Uribe – 210-207-8482. Apply for the Parks and Recreation Board here.

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Planning and Community Development Committee

The Planning and Community Development Committee oversees policies, plans, and programs that promote orderly growth and development of the City, as well as issues that serve to preserve the integrity of our city’s neighborhoods, including SA Tomorrow, the Strategic Plan to Respond to Homelessness, UDC policies, the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan, and other long-term housing plans as they relate to the five housing policy actions outlined in the Housing Policy Framework. Staff support: Roger Gonzalez – (210) 207-2003.

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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission has the principal duty of acting as an advisory body to City Council regarding both amendments to the Master Plan of the City and the Unified Development Code. The commission also serves as a final authority pertaining to subdivision plats within the City of San Antonio city limits and within the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The commission comprises nine at-large citizen members: the City Manager (ex-officio), a Councilmember (ex-officio), the Zoning Commission Chair, and the Zoning Board of Adjustment Chair. Members serve overlapping two-year terms of office and there is no limit on the number of terms that may be served by members; however, the Planning Commission Chair is limited to serving two terms. Liaison: Jennifer Hyatt – 210-207-0121. Apply for the Planning Commission here.

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Port Authority of San Antonio

Port San Antonio is the public entity charged with the redevelopment of approximately 1,900 acres that were once part of the former Kelly Air Force Base. The large campus in southwest San Antonio is a leading economic engine for the region, with significant plans for further growth. It is home to numerous private- and public-sector tenant customers that directly employ thousands of people from throughout the community. Those individuals work at the Port in sectors that include aerospace, cybersecurity, defense, applied technology, advanced manufacturing, and global logistics, among others. This employment base generates billions of dollars in regional economic activity each year and has been steadily growing since the organization was first created. The Port's strategic vision to keep attracting and expanding leading industries is based on the organization's continued growth as a center of technological innovation. Specifically, the Port is focused on promoting collaboration among industries on its campus and throughout San Antonio to support the evolution of cybersecurity and other digital technologies to sectors that are well-established in San Antonio. The Port Authority of San Antonio is composed of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members each serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember. Liaison: Caroline Diaz - (210) 362-7820. View Port Authority of San Antonio meeting agendas. Apply for the Port Authority of San Antonio board here.

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Prosper West (formerly Westside Development Corporation)

The mission of Prosper West San Antonio is to foster economic development; promote the development and redevelopment of real estate within its target area; create viable urban communities; and preserve the character, culture, and history of the Westside. The Prosper West San Antonio Board of Directors comprises representatives from a cross-section of local Westside stakeholders including small and large businesses, neighborhood residents, educational institutions, non-profit, health, and housing organizations, and consists of 18 members: three residents from Districts 1, 5, 6, or 7; two at-large citizen members; one SAISD Representative; one Edgewood ISD Representative; three university representatives (St. Mary's, OLLU, UTSA); one University Health System Representative; three small business representatives; one large business representative; one non-profit business representative; one financial institution representative; one real estate developer representative; and councilmembers from Council Districts 1, 5, 6, and 7 who serve as non-voting ex-officio members, and form the Board's Nomination Committee. Members serve two-year, staggered terms of office. Board meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month at 3:30 PM and may be subject to change. The location varies; however, it is updated on the agenda. Please refer to the posted agenda to obtain meeting details at 610 S.W. 41st St., Building B, and on the website at https://prosperwestsa.org/news-events. Liaison: Bethany Anderson – (321) 443-3384. Apply for the Prosper West board here.

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Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee oversees matter related to public safety associated with fire protection, emergency medical services (EMS), emergency preparedness, police and law enforcement, and animal care services. Staff support: Ashley Venticinque.

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Removing Barriers to Affordable Housing Development and Preservation Subcommittee (RBSC)

The Removing Barriers to Affordable Housing Development and Preservation Subcommittee (RBSC) is charged with recommending improvements to the Unified Development Code (UDC) and other City processes to facilitate affordable housing development and protection in San Antonio. This work began in 2019 with a focus on reducing the cost burden of development regulations, removing barriers to Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) development, and other policies related to affordable housing.NHSD established this technical working group on removing barriers to the production and preservation of affordable housing as recommended by the Mayor’s Housing Policy Framework. The group became a subcommittee of the Housing Commission in October 2021. Current priorities of the RBSC are to develop recommendation supporting the linkage of housing and transportation, and models to support affordability amidst growth, such as Community Land Trusts (CLTs) and land banking. RBSC is also exploring recommendations on Universal Design and Visitability related UDC amendments. RBSC also plays a lead role in crafting housing related policy recommendations as part of the Transit-Oriented Policy plan development.

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RiverWalk Capital Improvements Advisory Board

The River Walk Capital Improvements Advisory Board (RWCIAB) advises the City Council on spending priorities from the River Walk Special Revenue Fund dedicated to capital infrastructure improvements of the River Walk. The Board is composed of seven members of which four are downtown residents and business representatives and are appointed by City Council for two-year terms; and three are directors from specific City departments. The Board meetings are held as needed at City Tower. Liaison: Cynthia Martinez – 210-207-3372. Apply for the RiverWalk Capital Improvements Advisory Board here.

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SA Ready to Work Advisory Board

The SA Ready to Work (SARTW) Advisory Board is charged with providing expertise and input to maximize the effectiveness of the Ready to Work workforce development program. SARTW advises Workforce Development Office (WDO) staff on the scope of in-demand occupations, alignment of training with local employer needs, annual allotment of workforce certificate and degree programs from year to year, and levels of wraparound support for clients. SARTW also serves as a Community Program Ambassador, promoting resident participation and employer hiring of participants. The board comprises 11 members, of which nine positions are at-large appointments, and two positions are Councilmember liaisons appointed by the Mayor. The members each serve a two-year term, and a quorum of five voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. The board meets on the third Thursday of every other month from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at one of our Ready to Work partner agency locations. Please refer to the posted agenda to obtain meeting details. Liaison: Angela Morrow – 210-207-3057. Apply for the SA Ready to Work Advisory Board here.

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San Antonio Arts Commission

The mission of the San Antonio Arts Commission (SAAC) is to advocate for excellent, accessible, and engaging arts and cultural opportunities for the citizens of and visitors to San Antonio, and has the responsibility to work with the Department of Arts and Culture to develop, promote, educate, and preserve San Antonio’s unique artistic and cultural experiences. The SAAC comprises15 members for two-year terms of office concurrent with City Council. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 9:00 a.m. Liaison: Sonia Covarrubias – 210-207-6968. Apply for the San Antonio Arts Commission here.

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San Antonio Diez y Seis Commission

The mission of the San Antonio Diez y Seis Commission is to advocate for excellent, accessible, and engaging cultural and educational events and opportunities for the citizens of and visitors to San Antonio in relation to Diez y Seis de Septiembre celebrations, and recognizing the City’s long relationship with Mexico. The commission’s purpose is to serve as an advisory body to the City of San Antonio in collaborating on the creation of events and activities contributing to Diez y Seis de Septiembre throughout the City. The San Antonio Diez y Seis Commission comprises of 17 members: 10 district-appointed members appointed by their respective councilmembers, one member appointed by the Mayor, and six standing commission members representing the following organizations: the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) 4947, LULAC 648, the Avenida Guadalupe Association, the Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center, the Mexican Consulate in San Antonio, and the San Antonio Charro Association . Mayor and Council appointed members serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the City Council term. Meetings will be held at 115 Plaza de Armas on a bi-monthly basis, but no fewer than four quarterly meetings per calendar year. The designated time and day of month will be voted on by the commission. Liaison: Andrew Gearhart - 210-207-6959. Apply for the San Antonio Diez y Seis Commission here.

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San Antonio Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission

The mission of the San Antonio Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission is to promote human equality, the principles of nonviolence, and the understanding and acceptance of racial harmony, understanding, respect, and goodwill among citizens, all as a way of building community among all citizens of San Antonio and across the United States. The San Antonio Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission organizes the annual MLK March and leads the community effort of various events paying tribute to Dr. King. The wide variety of educational, inspirational, and celebratory events takes place at locations across the City. The commission consists of 13 voting members who each serve a two-year term, and 19 non-voting members. The District 2 Councilmember appoints up to 20 commissioners, and the committee chairs may appoint up to 30 additional commissioners serving on its subcommittee. A quorum of seven voting members is required to conduct business on the commission's agenda. Liaison: Dr. Jennifer Mata – 210-207-7892. Apply for the San Antonio Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission here.

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San Antonio Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation

The San Antonio Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation (SAEDMC) provides strategic direction for Pre-K 4 SA to develop a highly-skilled workforce in one generation through quality early childhood education for all children in San Antonio. The board is composed of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. The Mayor’s appointee serves as the board Chairperson and presiding officer. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Members serve staggered two-year terms of office. There is no limit on the number of terms a member can serve. Liaison: Paul Aleman – 210-206-2729. Apply for the San Antonio Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation board here.

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San Antonio Economic Development Corporation

The San Antonio Economic Development Corporation (SAEDC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to focus on creating jobs and promoting long term economic growth specific to the San Antonio regional business ecosystem. The board consists of the Mayor, City Manager, the Chair of the Economic and Community Development Council Committee, the Chair of the Infrastructure and Growth Council Committee, and three at-large citizen members. The three at-large citizen members cannot be employees of the City nor members of the City Council. All members must be residents of the City of San Antonio. Liaison: Bear Velazquez – 210-207-7317 Apply for the San Antonio Economic Development Corporation board here.

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San Antonio Housing Trust

The aim of the San Antonio Housing Trust (SAHT) is to align with the City of San Antonio on addressing affordable housing needs for residents. SAHT serves to provide additional and continuing housing opportunities for low and moderate income families; to promote the public health, safety, convenience and welfare by mitigating the extent to which San Antonio’s low and moderate income households are unable to afford decent, safe and sanitary housing within the City of San Antonio; and to revitalize neighborhood and downtown through appropriate housing activities. On June 10, 2021, the City Council approved the governance restructuring for the San Antonio Housing Trust, the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation, the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation, and the San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation. All four boards will be represented by the same 12 members: three community representatives having experience in housing advocacy, non-profit fundraising, policy making, community engagement, or who reside in an affordable housing unit; three community representatives having experience in real estate, financial underwriting, property development, housing finance, capital markets, lending, construction, property management, or other relevant industry experience; five City Councilmembers; and a one City Department Director. Liaison: Nicole Collazo – (210) 735-2772. View San Antonio Housing Trust meeting agendas. Apply to serve on the San Antonio Housing Trust board.

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San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation

On June 10, 2021, the City Council approved the governance restructuring for the San Antonio Housing Trust, the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation, the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation, and the San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation. All four boards will be represented by the same 12 members: three Community Representatives having experience in housing advocacy, non-profit fundraising, policy making, community engagement, or who reside in an affordable housing unit; three community Representatives having experience in real estate, financial underwriting, property development, housing finance, capital markets, lending, construction, property management, or other relevant industry experience; five City Councilmembers; and one City Department Director. Liaison: Nicole Collazo – (210) 735-2772. View San Antonio Housing Trust meeting agendas. Apply to serve on the San Antonio Housing Trust board.

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San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees

The San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) Board of Trustees is responsible for the management, care, control, and maintenance of all Library System Properties, and has the authority to appoint and remove the Library Director, subject to the Civil Service provisions of the City Charter. The board is composed of 11 members: 10 district appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members serve overlapping two-year terms of office. The San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 4:30 p.m. The Library Board of Trustees does not meet in November and meets the first Wednesday in December. Meeting locations are identified in September for the fiscal year. Liaison: Edward Mayberry – 210-207-2582. Apply for the San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees here.

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San Antonio Water System Board of Trustees (SAWS)

The San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is governed by the SAWS Board of Trustees, which is vested with the complete management, control, and operation of the Water System. The board controls the expenditure and application of the revenues of the system and makes recommendations to the City Council concerning rates, fees, and charges for services rendered by the system. The board consists of six at-large trustees and the Mayor as an ex-officio member. Four SAWS trustees each represent a single quadrant of the utility’s service area. Two trustees each represent the two northern or southern quadrants combined. Trustees must reside either within the area served by SAWS or within the corporate limits of the City. The trustees are appointed by the City Council and each serve a four-year term of office beginning on June 1 and ending on May 31. Trustees are limited to serving two terms of office, unless their first appointment was for the remainder of an unexpired term of office of less than two years. Liaison: Lisa Mireles – (210) 233-3690. View SAWS Board of Trustees meeting agendas. Apply for SAWS Board of Trustees here.

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San Antonio Youth Commission

The San Antonio Youth Commission (SAYC) is tasked with advising City Council on matters that directly affect local youth, with the intention of valuing and empowering the City’s youth voice to provide a unique insight into City issues and problems. SAYC provides an outlet to youth to civically engage with the City through advocacy and community service. The commission consists of of 22 members: 20 District-appointed members, with each Councilmember appointing two members; and two members appointed by the Mayor. Members each serve a two-year term of office. A quorum of 10 voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Meetings are held on a Saturday monthly from September to May at 10:00 a.m. at City Tower Concourse conference room. Liaison: Camryn Blackmon – 210-207-1763. Apply for the San Antonio Youth Commission here.

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Small Business Advisory Commission

The mission of the Small Business Advisory Commission (SBAC) to review upcoming policies, regulations, and issues affecting small businesses, outside of the Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) ordinance. SBAC provides recommendations to City staff, Mayor, and City Council. The commission is composed of 15 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers, one member appointed by the Mayor, and four at-large citizen members. Members each serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember. The members are appointed as representatives from the following targeted categories: two representatives from small business professional and/or trade organizations, two representatives from nonprofit small business service provider organizations, four small business owners with fewer than 10 employees, four small business owners with 10-50 employees, and three small business owners from specific industries as identified and targeted by the City. The SBAC meets on the Second Tuesday of every month in City Tower, 100 W. Houston St., in Concourse Room B. Liaison: Bear Velazquez – 210-207-7317 Apply for the Small Business Advisory Commission here.

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Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) Committee

The Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) Committee is a group of citizens appointed by the Mayor and City Council to advise the Mayor, City Council, and the City Manager on business issues, goals, and related policies concerning small, minority, and woman-owned businesses that are ready, willing, and able to do business with the City, under the policies set forth in the SBEDA ordinance. In addition, they make recommendations concerning modifications of programs and procedures established in the SBEDA program. The SBEDA Committee comprises one appointee from each City Council district plus one appointee from the Mayor (11 total). SBEDA Committee meetings are held on the second Friday of the month, as needed, in the City Tower, 100 W. Houston St., in Concourse Room B at 10:00 a.m. Liaison: Bear Velazquez – 210-207-7317 Apply for the Small Business Economic Development Advocacy Committee here.

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Southern Edwards Plateau Habitat Conservation Plan Coordinating Committee

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Storm Water Management Advisory Board

The Storm Water Management Advisory Board (SWMAB) is an advisory board for the City of San Antonio that was established on Jan. 26, 2023, and was created for the following purposes: Monitor and track the progress and successful completion of drainage projects including the City’s Drainage and Flood Management Bond Proposition; Serve as communication ambassadors to review and advise City Council and City staff on how to improve outreach efforts to residents and businesses affected by construction and other communication initiatives related to drainage and storm water projects as needed; Lead the community process with the assistance of watershed working groups and staff to define and prioritize projects for their respective watersheds and districts not already defined within the Bond brochure; and Ensure a transparent process in prioritizing future City storm water and drainage investments. The SWMAB is composed of 13 members, including: one board chair appointed by the Mayor; three individuals representing the Salado/Cibolo Creek watershed, each appointed from Council Districts 2, 9, and 10; three individuals representing the Leon Creek/Medina River watershed each appointed from Council Districts 4, 6, and 8; three individuals representing the Upper San Antonio River watershed each appointed from Council Districts 1, 3, and 5; one individual representing and appointed by Council District 7; one individual as an environmental representative appointed by the Mayor; and one individual as a development-community representative appointed by the Mayor. The Board (SWMAB) meets at least on a quarterly basis. Liaison: Mario Hune – 210-207-0597. Apply for the Storm Water Management Advisory Board here.

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Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Advisory Board

The Streets, Bridges and Sidewalks Advisory Board (SBSAB) is an advisory board for the City of San Antonio that was established on January 26, 2023, and was created for the following purposes: Monitor and track the progress and successful completion of approved and below-the-line projects included in the City’s Bond Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Bond Proposition; Serve as communication ambassadors to review and advise City Council and City staff on how to improve outreach efforts to residents and businesses affected by construction and other communication initiatives related to streets, bridges, and sidewalk projects as needed; Lead the community process with staff’s assistance to define and prioritize projects for their respective district not already defined within the bond brochure; and Ensure a transparent process in prioritizing future City street, bridge, and sidewalk investments. The board is composed of 11 members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Members each serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember. Liaison: Stephanie Flores Rice – (210) 207-0696 Apply for the Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Advisory Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 06 - Mission Del Lago

The Mission Del Lago Development is in the southern section of the City of San Antonio, approximately 1.5 miles south of Loop 410 South on Hwy 281 South adjacent to Mitchell Lake, near Mission Del Lago Golf Course. The development is in the Southside Independent School District. The Mission Del Lago Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone is a petition-initiated TIRZ, with a board comprising nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The board has representation from Council District 3 (four City appointments), one United Health System representative, one Bexar County representative, one Southside ISD representative, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of five voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are typically in the fall of every year; one annual meeting is required. Dates and times are flexible depending on the board schedules. The meetings are usually held in the Municipal Plaza Building or the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Mission Del Lago TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 09 - Houston Street

At the core of the City's Central Business District, the re-development of Houston Street TIRZ No. 9 has been a policy priority for the City of San Antonio. It has become a vibrant mix of activities that promote impactful commercial, residential, and other cultural development along Houston Street and in the surrounding area. The Houston Street Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board is is a City-initiated TIRZ comprising seven voting members with City Appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 1 (four City appointments), and three Bexar County appointments. A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are typically anytime, when necessary, usually a couple of times a year. Dates and times are flexible depending on the Board schedules. The meetings are usually held in the Municipal Plaza Building or the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Houston Street TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 10 - Stablewood Farms

The Stablewood Farms Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 10 housing development was created to provide housing south of U.S. Highway 90 and west of Southwest Loop 410 in the southwest portion of the city. This development served to build new construction homes and multifamily development to the area at a market rate at the time of construction and point of sale. The development serves the North Side Independent School District. The Stablewood Farms Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprised of nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), one Bexar County appointment, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of five voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, no more meetings are needed before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2025. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Stablewood Farms TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 11 - Inner City

The Inner City Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 11 was originally designated in 2000 to support redevelopment and public infrastructure improvements within the boundaries of the following three enterprise zones: Enterprise Community Enterprise Zone Eastside Enterprise Zone Southside Enterprise Zone These areas encompass approximately 2.5 square miles and include portions of the City's downtown, east, and south sides. In 2023, the term for the zone was extended by City Council to Sept. 30, 2035. Today, the Inner City TIRZ No. 11 supports the responsible redevelopment of the areas within the TIRZ boundaries, prioritizing neighborhoods and corridors with high equity scores. Funding will be prioritized for infrastructure, housing, and small business projects that address community needs for affordable housing, climate readiness and sustainability, economic mobility, food security, connectivity, and well-being. TIRZ funded projects should not cause displacement of existing residents or businesses. Housing projects seeking funding from the Inner City TIRZ should support home-ownership, housing security, preservation, and respect the cultural and historical identity of the surrounding area. Economic development projects should align with City Council adopted economic framework for labor standards and workplace protections. The Inner City TIRZ No. 11 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprised of 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The board includes Councilmembers from Council Districts 1, 2, and 5 and includes representatives from Council Districts 1 and 2 (all City appointments). A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled anytime, when necessary, usually several times a year. Dates and times are flexible depending on the Board’s schedules. The meetings are usually held in the Municipal Plaza Building or the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Inner City TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 12 - Plaza Fortuna

The Plaza Fortuna Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 12 housing subdivision was created to provide housing in the west section of the City of San Antonio, on the northwest comer of Fortuna and Hortencia. The development serves the Edgewood Independent School District. The Plaza Fortuna TIRZ Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprised of 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 5 (five City appointments), three Bexar County appointments, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, no more meetings are needed before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2025. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Plaza Fortuna TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 13 - Lackland Hills

The Lackland Hills Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 13 housing development was created to provide housing in the west section of the City of San Antonio south of Highway 90 and within Loop 410 at Medina Base Road and Palm Valley Drive. The development serves the South San and Southwest Independent School Districts. The Lackland Hills TIRZ Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 1 and 4 (five City appointments), three Bexar County appointments, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, no more meetings are needed before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2026. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Lackland Hills TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 15 - North East Crossing

The North East Crossing Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 15 housing development was created to provide housing in the outside area of Loop 410 and north of U.S. Highway 90 with boundaries of Eisenhauer to the North, Woodlake Parkway to the east, Gibbs Sprawl Road to the south, and Midcrown Drive to the west in the northeastern portion of the City. The development serves the Judson Independent School District. The North East Crossing TIRZ Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 2 and 4 (five City appointments), three Bexar County appointments, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, only one more meeting is anticipated before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2026. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the North East Crossing TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 16 - Brooks City Base

Designated in 2004, the Brooks City Base Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 16 supports the development of housing, commercial, retail, and technology-based office space and other amenities in and around Brooks City-Base in the southeastern sector of the City. The TIRZ is located on approximately 2,500 acres and is expected to capture $55.4 million in tax increment throughout the life of the TIRZ. The Brooks City Base TIRZ No. 16 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprising five voting members, all City appointments each serving two-year terms. A quorum of three voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, we try to align the meetings for this TIRZ during the months of January and July each year. We strategize for available Board rooms to use, and usually seek a room in the Municipal Plaza Building or the City Tower. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Brooks City Base TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 17 - Mission Creek

The Mission Creek Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 17 housing development was created to provide housing in the southeast section of the City of San Antonio. The project boundaries include Brooks City-Base to the north, Texas A & M Extension Office to the east, land to the west, and industrial land to the south. The development serves the San Antonio Independent School District. The Mission Creek TIRZ Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising 10 voting members with city appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 3 (five City appointments), two Bexar County appointments, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, only one meeting is anticipated before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2029. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Mission Creek TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 19 - Hallie Heights

The Hallie Heights Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 19 housing development was created to provide housing in the southwest section of the City of San Antonio, on the northwest corner of Southwest Loop 410 and Ray Ellison Boulevard. The development is in the Southwest Independent School District. The Hallie Heights TIRZ Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), three Bexar County appointments, one San Antonio River Authority appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, no meetings are needed before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2024. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Hallie Heights TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 21 - Heather's Cove

The Heather’s Cove Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 21 is in the southwest section of the City of San Antonio, at the northwest corner of Southwest Loop 410 and Medina Base Road. The development serves both the Southwest and Northside Independent School Districts. The Heather’s Cove TIRZ No. 21 is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising 11 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), three Bexar County appointments, one San Antonio River Authority appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary; however, no meetings are needed before the TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2024. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Heather's Cove TIRZ board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 25 - Hunter's Pond

The Hunter’s Pond Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 25 housing development was created to provide housing in the southern section of the City of San Antonio, outside SW Loop 410, west of Zarzamora Road. The development is in the Southwest Independent School District. The Hunter’s Pond TIRZ No. 25 Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), two Bexar County appointments, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of five voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary for this TIRZ until it terminates on Sept. 30, 2031. The meetings are usually held in the Concourse Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Hunter's Pond TIRZ here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 28 - Verano

The Verano Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 28 was designated in 2007 to stimulate development in the southern section of the City, between Southwest Loop 410 and the Toyota Motor Manufacturing facility. It encompasses 2,700 acres and is projected to capture $235 million in tax increment throughout its life of over 40 years in total. The Verano TIRZ No. 28 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprising 13 voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 1, 3, and 4 (seven City appointments), four Bexar County appointments, one Alamo Colleges District appointment, one San Antonio River Authority appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of seven voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled anytime, when necessary. For this TIRZ, up to four meetings per year may occur. The meetings are usually held in the Concourse Conference Room of the City Tower Building.?????? Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Verano TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 30 - Westside

The Westside Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 30 is located west of the City’s Central Business District. The term of the zone is anticipated to terminate through fiscal year 2032. Its location is near a vibrant, tourist-rich area and its many cultural assets will aid in its further development. The zone serves the San Antonio Independent School District. The Westside TIRZ No. 30 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprising seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 1 and 5 (seven City appointments). A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. For this TIRZ, up to six meetings per year may occur. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Westside TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 31 - Midtown

The Midtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 31, just north of downtown, is located along the San Antonio River immediately north of the Central Business District and aligns generally along Broadway, extending approximately one to two blocks on either side northward to Hildebrand. The boundary also runs north to south along N. St. Mary’s Street to East Mulberry in between the Broadway and St. Mary’s extensions. The boundary follows a portion of US Highway 281 on the north including the Pearl redevelopment and a portion of the Tobin Hill neighborhood. The zone is in the San Antonio Independent School District. The Midtown TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2041. The Midtown Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprised of nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 1 and 2 (nine City appointments). A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. For this TIRZ, up to four meetings per year may occur. The meetings are usually held in the Municipal Plaza Building or the City Tower Building.?????? Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Midtown TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 32 - Mission Drive-In

The Mission Drive-In Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 32 is located south of the Central Business District and north of SE Loop 410. Central to its attraction is the historical Mission Drive-In Theatre. The Mission Drive-In TIRZ serves the San Antonio Independent School District, Harlandale Independent School District, and Southside Independent School District boundaries. The Mission Drive-In TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2027. The Mission Drive-In TIRZ No. 32 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprises seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 3 (seven City appointments). A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary for this TIRZ. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Mission Drive-In TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 33 - Northeast Corridor

The Northeast Corridor Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 33 was designated in December 2014. It comprises approximately 1,056 acres located northwest of NE Loop 410 and IH 35 along the main thoroughfare from Perrin-Beitel at the intersection with NE Loop 410 through Nacogdoches to the intersection of O’Connor. The Northeast Corridor TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2034. The Northeast Corridor TIRZ No. 33 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprised of seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 2 and 10 (seven City appointments). A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Meetings are schedule when necessary. For this TIRZ, up to four meetings per year may occur. The meetings can be held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Northeast Corridor TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 34 - Hemisfair

Consisting of approximately 191 parcels on approximately 121 acres of property, the Hemisfair Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 34 is located on the southern edge of the Central Business District, bound by Commerce to the north, IH 37 to the east, Cesar Chavez to the south and St. Mary’s to the west. The TIRZ boundary is located entirely within the boundary of City Council District 1. It was designated in 2017, with a 20-year term and a termination date of Sept. 30, 2037. The redevelopment of Hemisfair Park is one of the key catalytic projects in the “Decade of Downtown.” The Hemisfair TIRZ No. 34 Board is a City-initiated TIRZ comprising five voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation only from City appointments. A quorum of three voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. The meetings can be held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Hemisfair TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 35 - Tarasco Gardens

The Tarasco Gardens Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 35 housing development was to build 60 detached single-family homes. The TIRZ consists of approximately 11 acres, located on the west side of San Antonio in the northwest corner of the intersection of Interstate Highway Loop 410 and U.S. Highway 90 in Council District 4, bounded on the north by Zabra Street, on the east by Tarasco Street, on the west by Tomar Drive, and on the south by Cable Drive. The zone serves the Northside Independent School District. The Tarasco Gardens TIRZ No. 35 is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (six City appointments), one Bexar County appointment, and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of five voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. For this TIRZ one meeting per year may occur. The meetings can be held in the Concourse Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Tarasco Gardens TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 36 - Thea Meadows

The Thea Meadows Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 36 is in the southeast quadrant of the City of San Antonio. The property lies northwest of the intersection of South W.W. White Road and S.E. Military Drive adjacent to Salado Creek Greenway in City Council District 3. The development is in the East Central Independent School District. The TIRZ termination date is Sept. 30, 2054. The Thea Meadows TIRZ No. 36 Board is a petition-Iinitiated TIRZ comprising nine voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (seven City appointments), and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. The meetings are usually held in the Concourse Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Thea Meadows TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 37 - Nabors

The Nabors Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 37 is in the southeast quadrant of the City of San Antonio. The property lies parallel to Old Corpus Christi Highway and adjacent to Interstate 37 in City Council District 3. The development is in the East Central Independent School District. The TIRZ terminates on Sept. 30, 2046. The Nabors TIRZ No. 37 Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 3 (five City appointments), as well as from the state senator’s office and state representative or designee. A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary for this TIRZ. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Nabors TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 38 - Somerset Grove

The Somerset Grove Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 38 is generally located in the Southwest quadrant of the City of San Antonio. The property lies Northwest of the intersection of I-35 and Somerset Road in City Council District 4. The development is in the Southwest Independent School District. The Somerset Grove TIRZ No. 38 Board is a petition-initiated comprised of seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are scheduled when necessary. Dates and times are flexible depending on the Board schedules. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Somerset Grove TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 39 - Valley Sol

The Valley Sol Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 39 is located at the southwest intersection of I-35 and Fischer Road, in the City of San Antonio. The property lies in City Council District 4. The development is in the Southwest Independent School District. The Valley Sol Tax TIRZ No. 39 Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprised of seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council District 4 (five City appointments), and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the Board’s agenda. Meetings are typically held when necessary. Dates and times are flexible depending on the Board schedules. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Valley Sol TIRZ Board here.

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Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 40 - Lone Oak

The Lone Oak TIRZ #40 is generally located northwest of the intersection of Loop 1604 and Interstate 37 in the City of San Antonio. The property lies in City Council District 3. The development is in the Southwest Independent School District. The Lone Oak TIRZ No. 40 Board is a petition-initiated TIRZ comprising seven voting members with City appointments each serving two-year terms. The Board has representation from Council Districts 8 and 9 (five City appointments), and the state senator or designee, as well as the state representative or designee. A quorum of four voting members is required to conduct business on the board’s agenda. Meetings are typically held when necessary. Dates and times are flexible depending on the Board schedules. The meetings are usually held in the 10th Floor Conference Room of the City Tower Building. Liaison: Fedra Hildebrandt – 210-207-3382. Apply for the Lone Oak board here.

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Transportation Advisory Board

The Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) reviews and makes recommendations to the Director of the San Antonio Police Department regarding City ordinances, rules, and regulations on the licensing and regulatory review process for transportation services licensed by the City. These services include taxicabs, limousines, tours, charters, pedicabs, horse carriages, and group cycles. The board is composed of 11 voting members: 10 District-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor; and five non-voting members from the following City departments: Aviation, Center City Development and Operations (CCDO), Transportation; Visit San Antonio; and VIA Metropolitan Transit. Voting members each serve a two-year term of office concurrent with the term of the appointing City Councilmember and a quorum of six voting members is required to conduct business on the TAB's agenda. Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the San Antonio Public Safety Headquarters, 315 S. Santa Rosa, Room 1403. The TAB does not meet in April and December. Liaison: Gary Gilbert – 210-207-2748. Apply for the Transportation Advisory Board here.

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Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee reviews policies, plans, and programs designed to enhance connectivity and mobility of all kinds, including the City’s capital improvement plans, select air service enhancements (SAT’s Strategic Development Plan updates shall be presented to the full City Council), congestion reduction projects, transit improvements – to include VIA’s Advanced Rapid Transit projects, as well as other multimodal transportation options – along with the greenway trail system development. Staff support: Derek Guevara – (210) 207-7453

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Veterans Advisory Commission

The mission of the City Commission on Veterans' Affairs (CCVA) is to serve the Mayor and City Council in an advisory capacity on issues affecting the City's military population, both active and retired. These issues include elderly services, disabled services, homelessness, affordable housing, health, and employment. The Commission serves as the community's liaison and advocate for veterans' affairs and makes recommendations for improving services. The Commission will also consider the impact of any future base realignment and closures to the City's military population, and also act as a clearinghouse on the many services available to veterans. The CCVA is composed of 11 members: 10 district appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Commissioners serve overlapping two-year staggered terms of office and may serve no more than three two-year terms. The Commission meets on the third Monday of the month except for City holidays. Locations may vary. At a minimum, the meetings occur once a quarter with the typical cycle being every other month. For 2022, the Board determined monthly meetings will occur until the Board's Bylaws Subcommittee is suspended. Liaison: Jon Moeller – 210-207-2712. Apply for the City Commission on Veterans' Affairs here.

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VIA Metropolitan Transit Authority

VIA Metropolitan Transit owns, manages, and operates the local transit system under the authority found in Chapter 451 of the Texas Transportation Code. The VIA Metropolitan Transit Board of Trustees is composed of 11 members representing various entities: five San Antonio City Council representatives, three Bexar County Commissioners Court representatives, and two suburban Mayors. Each member serves a staggered two-year term. The Chair of the Board is elected by the board members and serves a two-year term. Liaison: Debra Longoria – (210) 299-5873 View VIA Metropolitan Transit Authority meeting agendas. Apply for the VIA Metropolitan Transit Board of Trustees here.

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Zoning Board of Adjustment

The mission of the Board of Adjustment is to deliver quality City services, and commit to achieving San Antonio's vision of prosperity for its diverse, vibrant, and historic community. The board is composed of 18 members: eleven are district representatives and seven are at-large representatives. The seven at-large members serve as alternate members and attend meetings in the absence of a district representative. All Board members serve a two-year term of office. The Board of Adjustment holds a public meeting every first and third Monday of the month in the Board Room of the Development and Business Services Center located at 1901 S. Alamo. Meetings start at 1:00 p.m. Liaison: Monica Reyes-Urdiales – 210-207-6310. Apply for the Zoning Board of Adjustment here.

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Zoning Commission

The Zoning Commission is responsible for conducting public hearings related to zoning change requests. The Commission conducts public hearings and recommends the appropriate boundaries of zoning districts and recommends changes to the regulation to be enforced in those zoning districts to City Council. Additionally, the Zoning Commission prepares a final report for the City Council on recommendations for change in zoning district boundaries or regulations in zoning districts. The commission is composed of 11 members: 10 district-appointed members appointed by their respective Councilmembers and one member appointed by the Mayor. Commissioners serve overlapping two-year terms of office. The Zoning Commission holds a public hearing on the first and third Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Cliff Morton Development and Business Services Center located at 1901 S. Alamo. Liaison: Dezarae Leal – 210-207-0261. Apply for the Zoning Commission here.

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