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Metrocom Edition VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9 JUNE 14JULY 15, 2024

2024 Healthcare Edition

Localizing health care

University Health will open a new community hospital in Selma, with an expected opening date in early 2027.

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Construction underway for University Health Retama Hospital in Selma

opportunity to receive care without the trip to the South Texas Medical Center. “There’s a lot of services that don’t need to be that high end, that can be done closer to home, and that is the purpose of these hospitals,” he said.

This new hospital will help address the health care needs of growing populations along I-35 around the Schertz, Cibolo and Selma areas, University Health sta said. University Health President and CEO George Hernández Jr. said the hospital will give people the

BY JARRETT WHITENER

Residents of the Northeast San Antonio Metrocom will have a new hospital oering general health services in 2027. Ocials broke ground on University Health Retama Hospital in February, one of three new hospitals around San Antonio.

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Government: Cibolo ocials discuss school resource ocer contracts (Page 9)

Transportation: Reconstruction work on FM 2252 continues (Page 11)

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6 Texas Pickle Hall The city of Live Oak will be home to a new pickleball facility. The 28,000-square-foot building will include a gear shop, 12 indoor courts and one outdoor court. • Opening in early 2025 • Corner of Shin Oak Drive and I-35 • www.texaspicklehall.com 7 Everest Rehabilitation Hospitals A new 40-bed physical rehabilitation inpatient hospital will focus on patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, trauma and other medically complex conditions. • Opening TBD • I-35 and Toepperwein Road • www.everestrehab.com 8 FluffButts Pet Grooming The business offers full-service pet grooming. • Opening TBD • 4470 Green Valley Road, Ste. 103, Cibolo • www.fluffbuttsgrooming.com 9 Bioworx Bioworx will offer cryotherapy, IV drips, infrared sauna and other services. • Opening TBD • 857 Cibolo Valley Drive, Cibolo • www.mycryofit.com

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1 MOD Pizza The Washington State-based pizza chain offers a selection of customizable pizzas and salads. • Opened March 26 • 778 Cibolo Valley Drive, Ste. 107, Cibolo • www.modpizza.com 2 Dutch Bros The drive-thru serves a variety of drinks, including coffee, tea and lemonade. The Cibolo Crossing location is one of

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10 NuSpine Chiropractic NuSpine Chiropractic has more than 35 locations across the country, and offers chiropractic services through same-day appointments. • Opening TBD • 18238 I-35 North Ste. 131, Cibolo • www.nuspine.com 11 The Learning Experience A private, early childhood education academy is expected to open in Schertz. Learning programs will be offered to children from 6 weeks old to 6 years old. • Opening TBD

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13 Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch The exotic animal drive-thru ranch celebrated 40 years of conservation. The ranch—which opened June 1, 1984, offers guided tours and other experiences. • 26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio • www.wildliferanchtexas.com 14 Judson ISD Elementary School The 21st Judson ISD elementary school broke ground in May. In 2022, voters approved a $345 million bond that included the construction of new facilities. The campus is expected to be ready by the 2025-26 school year. • Corner of Retama Parkway and Robin Gate • www.judsonisd.org The Vets The Vets began offering a range of services in April that include wellness visits, vaccinations, sick visits, microchipping, blood and urine tests, ultrasound, dermatological care and litter exams—all at the pet owner’s home. Veterinarians working with The Vets also offer nutrition advice. • https://thevetspreprod.wpengine.com

• 4629 Roy Richard Drive, Schertz • www.thelearningexperience.com

15 Lumin Hair Studio Services at the Lumin Hair Studio include haircuts, waxing, styling, extensions, coloring, Brazilian blow outs and other hair-related services. According to the business website, the studio is open Tuesday-Saturday, and appointments can be made online. • Opened April 30 • 857 Cibolo Valley Drive, Ste. 220, Cibolo • www.luminhairstudio.com

Expansions

12 H-E-B H-E-B Cibolo has opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center. The 55,000-square-foot facility will support H-E-B Curbside and Home Delivery orders throughout Cibolo, New Braunfels and surrounding cities. • Opened May 15 • 850 FM 1103, Cibolo • www.heb.com

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Government

BY JARRETT WHITENER

Contract for School Resource Ocers still uncertain

Whether the city of Cibolo will extend and renew an interlocal agreement between the city and Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD on the school resource ocers, or remove those ocers from schools to expand the city’s force, remains uncertain. Following discussion May 14 and May 28 by the Cibolo City Council, the council agreed to the creation of a workshop to look at the best option

SRO interlocal agreement

100+ cases made in the 2023-24 school year

500+ calls of service in the 2023-24 school year $192,481 in funding from Cibolo

Tom Maxwell was sworn in as mayor on May 14 alongside new city council members.

COURTESY CITY OF UNIVERSAL CITY

$494,951 in funding from SCUCISD

Universal City mayor, council sworn in Tom Maxwell was sworn in as the mayor of Universal City during a called meeting on May 14. Bernard Rubal, Phil Vaughan and Lori Putt were sworn in as City Council members. In the May 4 election, Maxwell ran unopposed for the mayor position, while six candidates ran for City Council. During the May 14 meeting, City Council canvassed the votes and swore in those three individuals as council members. Alongside swearing in the new mayor and council members, City Council voted to appoint Christina Fitzpatrick as mayor pro tem, who serves in the mayor’s absence.

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moving forward. The background

Should the interlocal agreement between Cibolo and SCUCISD not be renewed, the school district would still need to have armed security ocers on campus. The specics During the May 28 City Council meeting, City Attorney George Hyde gave a presentation on the interlocal agreement and changes to Texas law following the implementation of House Bill 3 in 2023. In the presentation, Hyde said amendments to the interlocal agreement did not consistently go before City Council for approval, which makes the validity of the contract questionable. “Our interpretation of this provision is that this provision ended on July 31, 2017,” Hyde said. “Once it ended, there was no way to revive that contract without the City Council taking action.” Cibolo Animal Services is in search of community support as it works to manage capacity challenges. For CAS, the spring months are among the most dicult as animals come in more often, Animal Services Manager Janette Wilson said via email. “We are often, if not always, over capacity,” Wilson said via email. Current situation In April, CAS had an intake of 88 animals, accord- ing to a report on the May 14 City Council agenda. During the month, 55 outcomes were reported, including 19 returns to owners, 17 adoptions, eight dead in shelter or upon arrival, six transferred out and ve to wildlife rescue. What else? One of the main challenges the facility faces is many in the community not knowing where the Cibolo Animal Services in need of support

Since 2011, the cities of Schertz and Cibolo have had interlocal agreements with SCUCISD to provide city police ocers to school campuses. The city of Cibolo is working to expand its police department and potentially have an ocer for each geographic area in the city, council member T.G. Benson said during an April 9 meeting. At the meeting, council discussed returning SRO ocers back to the city to increase police coverage. During a May 8 SCUCISD board of trustees meet- ing, a resolution was passed showing support for the interlocal agreement. Following the approval of House Bill 3 in 2023, school districts are required to have one armed security ocer present at each district campus. Schertz council passes smoke-free ordinance New smoke-free protections have been extended to all indoor workplaces in the city of Schertz, following the passing of an ordinance by City Council on May 21. The details Sta previously said the ordinance updates language to match the state. This includes denitions surrounding electronic devices, vaping devices and retail tobacco stores. According to the ordinance, smoking is prohibited in enclosed public places, includ- ing restaurants and places of employment. Smoking may be permitted in retail tobacco and vaping stores, private residences, hotel and motel rooms, and outdoor seating areas. Any violations will be subject to a ne up to $200 on the rst oense and no more than $500 for each conviction after.

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facility is or how to get involved. The Cibolo Animal Services facility is located at 108 Cibolo Drive Building #3, Cibolo, near the Public Works facility. Additional information on volunteering and donation opportunities can be found at www.cibolotx.gov.

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Education

BY EDMOND ORTIZ & JARRETT WHITENER

Judson ISD new student registration opens New student registration for Judson ISD opened May 20. This registration is for any student who moves into the JISD attendance zone or any student who is not registered at a JISD campus or not contig- uously registered at a JISD campus year to year, according to the district website. What parents should know Registration at Judson ISD is a staggered process, allowing different groups of students to register at different times prior to the start of the school year. Registration for school of choice students opened in February and will end on Aug. 9. These are campuses that offer specialized programs, such as blended learning; fine arts; and science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM. Returning student registration opened April 15

Alamo Colleges adds new degree programs Officials with Alamo Colleges District on May 9 announced the launch of a new bach- elor’s degree program designed to respond to increasing demands in various industries, specifically nursing, operations manage- ment, cybersecurity and cloud computing. The background According to a news release, the goal is to equip students with the skills needed to succeed in high-wage, high-demand fields. District officials said the AlamoU bache- lor’s program will provide a cost-efficient path to a four-year degree. San Antonio College, Palo Alto College, St. Philip’s Col- lege and Northwest Vista College each offer a different program. ACD officials said they are developing an AlamoU bachelor’s degree program at Northeast Lakeview College. Pickup times Breakfast 7:15-8 a.m., Lunch 10:30-11:30 a.m. • Rolling Meadows Elementary • Elolf Elementary • Paschall Elementary Breakfast 8-8:45 a.m., Lunch 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Kirby Middle School • Kitty Hawk Middle School • Judson High School • Veterans Memorial High School • Judson Early College Academy Breakfast 8-8:30 a.m., Lunch 11 a.m.-Noon • Converse City Library

What to bring?

Provide the original or certified copy of the student’s birth certificate at the time of registration, or provide other reliable proof of the child’s identity and age, plus a signed statement explaining the inability to produce an original or certified copy of the birth certificate Provide an up-to-date immunization record Provide proof of residency

Review the enrollment checklist on the district website

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and will close on the first day of school for students living within the JISD attendance zone. Registration for returning students outside of the attendance zone will end June 20. The first day of school for the 2024-25 school year is Aug. 15. All registration information can be found on the district website.

Judson ISD to offer free lunches during summer Judson ISD will provide no-cost summer meals at elementary and secondary campuses around

Meals will be available from June 3 through July 26, with the exception of June 19, and July 4, according to the district website. Meals can be picked up at the cafeterias of the listed locations. Curbside pickups will not be available. For families looking to apply for free or reduced meals during the 2024-25 school year, applications are expected to open during the summer.

the district. The details

Starting June 3, any child 18 and under will be able to receive meals from any of the JISD pickup locations regardless of which campus that child attends.

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Transportation

BY JARRETT WHITENER

Completed projects

Garden Ridge

2 Haeckerville Road reconstruction Project: The Town Creek Drainage and Haeckerville Road Reconstruction projects included drainage improvements and the construction of a new bridge on Haeckerville Road. The road was also widened to include sidewalks, curbs, bike lanes and two travel lanes. Update: The final phase began on April 15, closing the road for street excavation and the construction of the new roadway. • Timeline: 2022-June 2024 • Cost: $8.75 million • Funding source: General obligation bonds, drainage impact fees, water impact fees, street impact fees 3 Dean Road reconstruction Project: Dean Road was reconstructed from Old Wiederstein Road to Green Valley Road. The reconstruction project is one of three road reconstructions between the city of Cibolo and Guadalupe County. Update: In March, the second phase of the project began, limiting the road traffic. Since the start of the second phase, which is substantially completed, the contractor has worked on finalizing minor road maintenance. • Timeline: Jan. 29-May 9 • Cost: $1.28 million • Funding source: City of Cibolo, Guadalupe County 4 Bolton Road reconstruction Project: The Bolton Road reconstruction project focused on the section of roadway from Haeckerville road to Stolte Road. The project funding is split between the city of Cibolo and Guadalupe County. Update: During this phase, the portion of Bolton Road from Zuehl Road to Stolte Road was closed to through traffic. Zuehl Road was also closed to through traffic. The project is substantially completed. • Timeline: Jan. 29-May 24 • Cost: $1.55 million • Funding source: City of Cibolo, Guadalupe County

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Update: While road work is underway, alternating lane closures will be scheduled, limiting sections of the road to one lane. During these closures, traffic will be directed or detoured. • Timeline: Jan. 15, 2024-2027 • Cost: $48.5 million • Funding source: Texas Department of Transportation

Ongoing projects

1 FM 2252 Project: The reconstruction of FM 2252 from Evans Road to FM 3009 will see the expansion of the roadway from two to four lanes with bike lanes and sidewalks.

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Updated local clinics and ER listings (Page 14)

Area hospitals receive top safety ratings (Page 17)

Texas Medical Board considers exceptions to abortion ban

After months of pressure, the Texas Medical Board proposed narrow medical exceptions to the state’s near-total abortion ban during its March 22 meeting. The board has been silent on the issue since Texas’ “trigger law” took eect in August 2022, banning nearly all abortions except to save a pregnant person’s life or prevent serious injury. The law does not include exceptions for rape or incest. The board opted to consider new guidance following months of calls for clarity from patients, doctors and lawmakers. On May 31, the Texas Supreme Court unanimously upheld the law, ruling against 22 women who argued the law is too broad for doctors to intervene when women experience severe pregnancy complications. The medical board relied on existing state statutes to craft its proposed rule. It did not list exceptions for specic medical conditions, instead deferring to physicians to determine when an emergency abortion is necessary. The rule denes an emergency as “a life-threat- ening physical condition aggravated by, caused by, or arising from a pregnancy that, as certied by a physician, places the woman in danger of death or a serious risk of substantial impairment of a major bodily function unless an abortion is performed.” Board President Dr. Sherif Zaafran said the

Breaking down the law According to state data, 80 abortions were performed in Texas between August 2022—when the “trigger law” took eect—and December 2023. All of these procedures were performed in hospitals, and no patients died. The state has not yet released data for 2024.

• A pregnancy can be terminated if the patient has “a life-threatening physical condition” or faces “a serious risk of substantial impairment of a major bodily function.” • Physicians who violate the abortion ban face life in prison, at least $100,000 in ines and the loss of their medical license. The state law, which was passed in 2021 and took eect in August 2022, says:

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board has the ability to “enforce the law as it’s written,” but the law can only be altered “through the legislative process.” Stay tuned Dozens of Texans shared their concerns about the law’s ambiguity and the risks doctors face when terminating nonviable pregnancies during a virtual public hearing May 20. The board is expected to discuss the proposed rule June 20-21, although it is

unclear when the rule will be approved. Texans can submit comments about the proposal on the Texas Medical Board website. “I know this is an emotional issue,” Zaafran said May 20. “And I know that there’s some very strong feelings one way or the other. We as a medical board are trying, as best we can, to stay within the constraints of the law while helping give clarity to the physicians as to how they can navigate these issues.”

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Health care Clinics & ERs

BY THALIA GUZMAN & JARRETT WHITENER

Hours: 24/7 • 8341 Agora Parkway, Selma • www.texasmedclinic.com

• 16977 N. I-35 frontage road, Schertz • www.baptistneighborhoodhospital.com

Schertz

Schertz Cibolo Emergency Clinic Type: freestanding emergency room Hours: 24/7 • 4825 FM 3009, Ste. 200, Schertz • www.schertzhealth.com Quality Urgent Care Type: urgent care Hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. daily • 6032 FM 3009, Ste. 120, Schertz • www.qualityurgentcareofamerica.com

Universal City

NextCare Urgent Care Type: urgent care Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. • 791 FM 1103, Ste. 125, Cibolo • www.nextcare.com

Types of clinics & ERs

Live Oak

CareNow Urgent Care - Kitty Hawk Road Type: urgent care Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 902 Kitty Hawk Road, Ste. 110, Universal City • www.carenow.com Clínica Familiar Universal City Type: retail clinic Hours: Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • 2934 Pat Booker Road, Universal City • 210-688-4502 Hillside Primary Care Type: retail clinic Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m, closed Sat.-Sun. • 2009 Pat Booker Road, Universal City

Retail clinic: clinics typically found in larger retailers capable of treating basic illnesses and typically offering vaccinations Urgent care center: can treat basic illnesses in addition to some broken bones and other ailments Freestanding emergency room: capable of treating most symptoms and ailments—similar capabilities to a hospital's ER

Concentra Urgent Care Type: urgent care

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun. • 12702 Toepperwein Road, Ste. 120, Live Oak • www.concentra.com

Next Level Urgent Care Type: urgent care Hours: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily • 784 Cibolo Valley Drive, Cibolo • www.nextlevelurgentcare.com

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Selma

Access Med Clinic Schertz Type: urgent care Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. daily • 264 FM 78, Ste. 115, Schertz • www.accesstotalcare.com

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care Type: urgent care Hours: Tue.-Fri. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Sat.-Mon. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • 15069 I-35 frontage road, Ste. 116, Selma • www.solvhealth.com

Physicians Premier Emergency Room Type: freestanding emergency room Hours: 24/7 • 580 Cibolo Valley Drive, Ste. 137, Cibolo • www.mdpremier.com

Cibolo

HealthTexas Primary Care Doctors Type: retail clinic Hours: Mon.-Tue., Thu.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Sat.-Sun.

CareNow Urgent Care Type: urgent care Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 513 Cibolo Valley Drive, Ste. 101, Cibolo • www.carenow.com

Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Type: urgent care Hours: 24/7

• www.hillsideprimarycare.com This list is not comprehensive.

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care Type: urgent care

• 650 FM 3009, Schertz • www.healthtexas.org

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Millions lose Medicaid since April 2023 Over 2 million Texans have lost health care coverage since the state began reviewing Medicaid eligibility in April 2023, including 1.3 million children—more people than the entire population of San Antonio. During the height of the pandemic, nearly 6 million Texans had consistent access to health care through Medicaid, as federal regulations kept states from stripping coverage. The takeaway The state- and federally funded program provides health insurance for low-income Texans, including children, people with disabilities and seniors. Texas has removed more children from Medicaid than any other state, according to a Georgetown University report. The Department of Veterans Aairs will soon expand its in vitro fertilization, or IVF, care to eligible unmarried veterans and veterans in same-sex marriages, according to a news release. The context The expansion of care is part of the VA’s eorts to support veterans who are seeking to grow their families. According to a Demographic Study completed by the Texas Workforce Investment Council in 2021, veterans make up 6.7% of the Texas population. Under existing law, all veterans who receive IVF from the VA must be unable to procreate without the use of fertility treatment due to a health condi- tion caused by their military service. The VA was previously only allowed to provide IVF services to veterans who were legally married and—within that relationship—able to produce their own eggs and sperm, according to a news release. Veterans enrolled in VA health care are eligible for a range of reproductive health care services. What they’re saying VA Secretary Denis McDonough said she is proud VA will soon oer in vitro fertilization to veterans

New CEO in place at Methodist Northeast Jerrica George assumed the role of CEO of Methodist Hospital Northeast on May 15. In April, former CEO Michael Beaver became the CEO of Methodist Hospital Stone Oak. The details According to a May 6 news release, George brings 14 years of experience to the hospital, previously serving as the chief operating o- cer for Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center in Las Vegas. Throughout her career, George has served as COO at HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, Summerlin Hospital and Centennial Hills Hospital.

The Department of Veterans Aairs oers a range of infertility services such as:

Infertility assessments, counseling Laboratory tests, including genetic counseling and testing

2P Ultrasounds, X-rays Hormone therapies Surgical corrections Fertility medications Articial insemination Tubal ligation reversal Vasectomy reversal Oocyte cryopreservation (egg freezing) and sperm cryopreservation Sperm retrieval techniques (including sperm washing for intrauterine insemination)

the VA will soon help more veterans raise families. “This expansion of care has long been a priority for us, and we are working urgently to make sure that eligible unmarried veterans, veterans in same-sex marriages and veterans who need donors will have access to IVF in every part of the country as soon as possible,” McDonough said in a news release.

"I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated and highly skilled colleagues and physicians as we lead the way into the future." JERRICA GEORGE, CEO OF METHODIST HOSPITAL NORTHEAST

8 San Antonio hospitals graded ‘A’ for safety A national health care safety watchdog organiza- tion gave eight San Antonio-area hospitals a grade of A for their eorts to maintain patient safety. The background The Leapfrog Group, an independent nonprot organization based in Washington, D.C., on May 1 released its spring hospital grades. The nonprot reviewed nearly 3,000 U.S. general hospitals on how well they prevent medical errors, accidents and infections using a set of measure- ments based on patient reports. According to a news release, the Leapfrog Group found signs of improvement since last fall’s safety grades, and preventable health care-associated infections showed a drop following the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reviewing 15 San Antonio and New Braunfels general hospitals for this spring, the Leapfrog

Hospital ratings

• Methodist Hospital • University Health • Methodist Hospital Northeast • Methodist Hospital Texsan • Methodist Hospital Metropolitan • Methodist Specialty & Transplant Hospital

• Baptist Medical Center • Northeast Baptist Hospital • St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital • Mission Trail Baptist Hospital

• Christus Santa Rosa Health Care-Medical Center • Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-Westover Hills • Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels • Resolute Health Hospital in New Braunfels • Brooke Army Medical Center

Group presented an A grade to eight local hospitals, including Methodist Hospital Stone Oak and Stone Oak-based North Central Baptist Hospital. Overall, 47.4% of surveyed hospitals between San Antonio and New Braunfels received A grades this spring, resulting in the area ranking 23rd in the U.S.

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With the construction of three new hospitals across San Antonio, University Health will be creating a “wheel and spoke” model, staff said. This model will have University Hospital as the central location, offering specialized care and ser- vices, while the Retama Hospital focuses on primary care and nonspecialized emergency care. “University Hospital has 650 beds or so, and it can’t handle the whole county,” Hernández said. “The county is growing by leaps and bounds, so you need to have a community hospital that can provide services closer to home that the community needs.”

will feature turnaround lanes for emergency vehicles, aimed at reducing response times for the area. Hernández said University Hospital sees around 50,000 patients from the Northeast San Antonio area, with that number growing alongside rapid population growth. The Retama hospital is expected to see 30,000 emergency department visits and around 4,000 surgeries within the first two years, Hernández said. According to a University Health February news release, the hospital will have additional room for future expansion as the population and need for the surrounding area grows. Starting out, the hospital will have 166 beds, with the potential for 286 total beds after the facility is fully expanded.

In 2021, University Health spent $11.6 million on more than 40 acres in Selma to be used for a new hospital. This is one of three planned hospitals around the San Antonio area, according to University Health staff. The hospital will be located on the corner of Retama Parkway and Lookout Road in Selma. It will feature nearly 600,000 combined square feet for a main hospital campus and an ancillary medical office building, University Health documents show. Alongside the construction of the new hospital, the city of Selma started a project to reconstruct Retama Parkway, improving road quality for emergency services. Lookout Road will also see improvements funded through the Alamo Area Metropolitan Organization. The addition of elevated lanes along I-35

Comparing Services University Health Retama Hospital

Primary Care: • 24/7 emergency department: Has basic emergency department facilities • Neonatal intensive care unit: Capable of care for newborns born without complications • Labor and delivery unit: Capable of general maternal and neonatal care

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Other services including:

Planned medical offices Planned expansion areas

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• Inpatient units • Operating rooms • Radiology

• Pharmacy • Lab services

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42.5 acres land bought for new hospital 485,000 square foot main building 30,000 emergency department visits anticipated over 2 years

Specialized care: • Level I trauma center: Capable of treating critically injured adults and children through specialized care • Women and children’s hospital: Capable of advanced maternal and neonatal care • Level IV NICU: Capable of treating complex medical complications in premature or ill newborns • Heart and vascular care • Transplant program

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The expected opening date for the new hospital is in early 2027, as is the opening date for the ancillary medical offices. Expansion projects are planned for a later date. “We designed [the hospital] so that services on the first floor can expand out, and there is an expansion capacity to increase the number of patient rooms,” Hernández said. Until then, University Hospital will serve as the primary hospital for University Health patients. Leading up to the opening, patients can learn more about hospital services and progress at www.universityhealth.com. University Health staff said those looking to apply for a job at the new hospital can expect applications to open in 2026.

With the completion of the hospital, around 1,000 new jobs are anticipated to be created, Hernández said. Having a hospital in Selma will also reduce the drive times for University Health patients who live in nearby cities, such as Schertz, Cibolo, Live Oak, Universal City and Garden Ridge. Selma City Administrator Johnny Casias said city staff is looking forward to the perpetual partnership between the city and the hospital as University Health becomes one of the top employers for Selma. Schertz resident Amy Lohman said the reduced drive times to and from the new hospital will benefit those in need of medical emergencies and those in labor. “I had my son at a hospital in the medical center, and having one nearby would have saved us a lot of frustration,” she said. “I thought my husband would be late to our son’s birth, just because he was stuck on [Loop] 1604.”

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June

Discovery Days Each weekend in June, Natural Bridge Caverns will host discovery days to celebrate International Cave Day, which was on June 6. Bring your family and friends and take part in a hands-on caving adventure filled with interactive activities, demonstrations, vintage display of caving equipment and so more. • Weekends in June, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • $21+ • 26495 Natural Bridge Caverns Road, San Antonio • www.naturalbridgecaverns.com Baby & Me Storytime Baby & Me Storytime is for the youngest library users, from birth to 24 months with an accompanying adult. Activities will include book readings, songs, rhymes, and bounces. Storytime is followed by a short period of time for parents and caregivers to socialize and network. • June 20, 10:15-10:45 a.m. • Free (admission) • Schertz Public Library, 798 Schertz Parkway, Schertz • www.schertz.com/2184 Malcom Brown Youth Camp Each year, the Malcom Brown Youth Camp hosts a football and cheer camp for local children to participate in. Join former Miami Dolphins and Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown for camps focused on youth leadership, team building skills and football fundamentals. • June 21, time TBD • Free (admission) • Cibolo Multi Event Center, 200 S. Main St., Cibolo • www.malcolmbrownfbcamp.com Float and Flick As part of the Movies in the Park event series hosted by the city of Schertz, two Float and Flick events will be held, allowing the community to enjoy movies from the Pickrell Park Pool. In June, a showing of “The Little Mermaid” will be held, and “Moana” will be played in July. Due to pool capacity limitations, attendees are encouraged to arrive early. • June 22 and July 13, 7-10 p.m. • Free (admission) • Pickrell Park Pool, 701 Oak St., Schertz • www.schertz.com/519 Masskrugstemmen Bierstein Holding Contest The traditional beer competition from Germany challenges men and women by holding a liter of beer by the handle, straight out in front of them for as long as they can. The last person still holding his or her beer wins. • June 22, 8-9 p.m. • Free (admission), $20 per participant, registration starts at 7 p.m. • Krause’s Cafe, 148 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels • www.krausescafe.com Owl Prowl Join the Guadalupe Master Naturalists on an evening educational adventure. The walk will educated attendees about soil, plants, insects, mammals and

birds at Crescent Bend Nature Park. Preregistration is recommended. • June 23, 8:30-9:30 p.m. • Free (admission) • Crescent Bend Nature Park, 12780 W. Schaefer Road, Schertz • www.schertz.com 9th Annual Booty Bash Texas Renaissance group Call of Booty, a pirate- themed group, will float down the Guadalupe River and listen to the Houston pirate band Pride of Bedlam. • June 28-30, 3-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • 201 Mountain Breeze Camp, New Braunfels • Facebook: Texas Renaissance Call of Booty Flix and Finds A movie night will be hosted at Olympia Hills Golf Course and Event Center, featuring a showing of “Wonka.” Prior to the movie, a scavenger hunt will be held, allowing attendees to complete unique tasks and activities. The event center will also offer a themed menu. • June 29, 7:30 p.m. • Free (admission) • Olympia Hills Golf Course and Event Center, 12900 Mount Olympus, Universal City • www.universalcitytexas.gov/1308 48th Annual Schertz 4th of July Jubilee This daylong event will feature a morning parade, family-friendly activities and live music, followed by a firework show sponsored by H-E-B. Prior to the parade, the Let Freedom Run 5K will be held. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs

to enjoy the firework show. • July 4, 9:30 a.m. (parade start), 6-10 p.m. (evening events) • Free (admission) • Pickrell Park, 703 Oak St., Schertz • www.schertz.com/466

• July 4, time TBD • Free (admission) • Paul Davis Park, 20685 Grass Creek Road, Garden Ridge • www.ci.garden-ridge.tx.us

NAMI Family and Friends The Guadalupe County branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness will host a four-hour seminar informing adults how to support loved ones with mental health conditions. This event serves as an opportunity to meet people in similar situations and gain community support. The seminar is open to those 18 and older. Registration is required. • July 13, 1-5 p.m. • Free (admission) • Schertz Public Library, 798 Schertz Parkway, Schertz • www.namiguadalupecounty.org Glow Party A glow-themed scavenger hunt and a splash pad event will take place at Wendy Swan Memorial Park hosted by Schertz Parks and Rec and the Schertz Public Library. The glow party is park of several activities planned in July as part of Parks and Recreation month. • July 18, 8:30-9:30 p.m. • Free (admission) • Wendy Swan Memorial Park, 4601 Cherry Tree Drive, Schertz • www.schertz.com

July

Fourth of July Parade and Celebration The city of Garden Ridge invites families to Paul Davis Park to enjoy waterslide activities, face painting, music, food and more. The event will also feature the annual parade, inviting residents, businesses and organizations to participate.

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