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SHIFTING LABORMARKETS Although Bexar County’s unemployment rate has dropped since the height of the pandemic, area employers say workers still have not returned to work following business reopenings.
BUSINESS AND THE PANDEMIC March 2020: At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses and schools begin closing. August 2020: School systems are permitted to open campuses but o er virtual class options. March 2021: Gov. Greg Abbott lifts mask mandates and allows businesses to open to 100% capacity. June 2021: Extra federal pandemic-related unemployment bene ts in Texas end. September 2021: Federal unemployment bene t programs end. SOURCES: TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION, OFFICE OF THE TEXAS GOVERNORCOMMUNITY IMPACT NEWSPAPER
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SanAntonio-area labor shortage continues in 2022 BY EDMOND ORTIZ
six ZIP codes that compose north cen- tral San Antonio and Bexar County rose 1.8% between 2015 and 2020, with more than 160,400 people currently employed across the immediate area. O cials with Workforce Solutions, which serves 13 surrounding counties, said the local jobs numbers look prom- ising given a lingering pandemic and documented woes in the labor market nationwide. But local employers—pri- vate, public and nonpro t—say they are doing what they can to curtail con- tinuing workforce challenges. Adrian Lopez, chief executive for Workforce Solutions-Alamo, said the
San Antonio area is rebounding, and there are overall more job opportu- nities and there is more labor force growth compared with other parts of Texas and the U.S. “In the north San Antonio area, health care and social assistance have close to 21,000 jobs and this industry has grown by 6% since 2015,” Lopez said. “The industry that has shown the greatest growth in the north San Antonio coverage area is professional, scienti c and technical services with 165,000 jobs in 2020—an increase of 21% from 2015.” CONTINUED ON 16
Area unemployment rates continue to drop following a signi cant spike during the rst few months of the COVID-19 pandemic; however, labor markets have shifted from companies laying o workers during shutdowns to companies working to re ll posi- tions after reopening. The unemployment rate in the eight- county SanAntonio-NewBraunfels area dropped from 4.3% in October to 4.1% in November, which is below pre-pan- demic levels, according to Workforce Solutions-Alamo. The company’s data also shows that the number of jobs in
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The menu features tacos, soups, salads, empanadas and quesadillas. The original Beto’s is located at 8142 Broadway St. 210-930-9393. www.betosaltmex.com 5 Tommy’s Restaurant , a renowned local casual Tex-Mex chain, opened its fth location at 938 Wurzbach Parkway, Ste. 109, in December. The Hardberger Park-area eatery has the same menu items that are popular at the other Tom- my’s locations. www.mytommys.com 6 Camp 1604 opened Dec. 27 at 5535 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio. The 12,000-square-foot, camping-inspired indoor and outdoor venue features a full bar, a beer garden with shaded seating, more than 60 beer options, items from the Holy Smoke food truck and recreational games such as ping- pong, adult seesaws, an archery range and simulated axe throwing. Camp 1604 is complemented by Kung Fu Saloon, which opened Jan. 4 and o ers vintage arcade gaming, ping-pong, karaoke rooms and a pop culture-themed pop-up bar that rotates throughout the year. Both venues are open to patrons age 21 and older. 210-756-1725. www.camp1604.com. 7 Dutch Bros. Co ee opened a Castle Hills location at 6024 West Ave. on Dec. 3. It is the second San Antonio-area location for the drive-thru co ee chain. Known for its signature co ee, tea and energy drinks, Dutch Bros. has more than 450 locations in 11 states—mainly drive-thru sites along the West Coast and in Arizona. Dutch Bros. is also devel- oping a 950-square-foot, free-standing location at 10319 Blanco Road near West Avenue in San Antonio with plans to open that storefront this summer. 541-955-4700. www.dutchbros.com.
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NOWOPEN 1 Tomatillos opened in November at 1827 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 103, San Antonio, two months after the owners closed the original Tomatillos at 3210 Broadway St., a location that had been serving diners for more than 30 years. Tomatillos o ers Tex-Mex and tradition- al Mexican cuisine. The new location near Hollywood Park has more dining and bar space and rentable rooms for parties.210-824-3005. https://tomatillos.com 2 Crumbl Cookies Stone Oak opened
Dec. 17 at 20811 US 281 N., Ste. 420, in the Stone Ridge Shopping Plaza, San Antonio. Crumbl o ers 100-plus varieties of cookies, including a weekly rotating menu of four to ve specialty avors. Crumbl has takeout, curbside and delivery service. The Utah-based cookie bakery chain has more than 300 locations in 36 states, including two other local storefronts on the Northwest Side. 210-864-0757. www.crumblcookies.com/ txstoneoak 3 TopGolf Swing Suite at the JW Marri- ott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa, 23808 Resort Parkway, opened Dec. 8.
Located in the resort’s High Velocity bar, the suite features two simulator bays and various virtual games powered by “Full Swing” simulator technology, including signature TopGolf target games, Zombie Dodgeball, hockey, baseball, football and 4 Beto’s Alt-Mex was scheduled to have a soft opening in mid-January for its second location at 26610 N. US 281, San Antonio. Beto’s is where “Mexican street food meets Latin soul food,” according to the restaurant’s owners. carnival games. 210-507-4198. https://swingsuite.topgolf.com
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this spring, according to media reports. The 3,200 square foot seafood restaurant near Shavano Park will accommodate more than 200 diners indoors or on its patio. Fish City Grill has 20 locations in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Florida, including the Northwoods Shopping Center at US 281 and Loop 1604. www. shcitygrill.com. 11 Kerbey Lane Cafe , a popular Aus- tin-based comfort dining spot, plans to begin construction soon on its rst San Antonio location at 5515 N. Loop 1604 W., according to company o cials. Kerbey Lane Marketing Manager Ellen Gruber said the company estimates a summer 2022 grand opening. There are seven Kerbey Lane locations in Austin, one in Round Rock, one in San Marcos and a newer concept, Toomey Tap Room, in South Austin. www.kerbeylanecafe.com 12 Walgreens Boots Alliance and VillageMD on Dec. 15 announced plans to expand into San Antonio by opening nine Village Medical at Walgreens primary care practices, including 6901 San Pedro Ave., throughout 2023. According to a release, Village Medical primary care physicians and Walgreens pharmacists work together to provide care for chronic health conditions, preventive services and treatment of daily illnesses and injuries. Village Medical at Walgreens locations ac- cept various insurance options, including Medicare. Patients may access care and
support through in-person, at-home and telehealth visits. Patients can learn more and book appointments by visiting www.villagemedical.com/locations/texas. 13 Tru by Hilton is scheduled to open in north San Antonio on Jan. 25 at 2214 TPC Parkway. Tru by Hilton is a newer brand of Hilton’s hospitality group and is designed to appeal to younger, tech-minded travel- ers on a budget. www.hilton.com/en/ locations/usa/texas/san-antonio/tru ANNIVERSARIES 14 Weathered Souls Brewing Co. , located at 606 Embassy Oaks, Ste. 500, celebrated ve years in business Dec. 4 with a party featuring the release of sev- eral new beers, including an anniversary blend. 210-274-6824. www.weatheredsouls.beer NAME CHANGES 15 House of Air children’s indoor amusement park, located at 16628 San Pedro Ave., announced Oct. 1 the venue’s name change to Airtopia Adventure Park . Airtopia features activities such as trampoline jumping, dodgeball, rock climbing, wall climbing and ziplining. Airtopia accommodates events, including birthday parties, corporate functions, family gatherings and fundraisers. 210-626-8056. www.airtopiapark.com
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COMING SOON 8 Shin-Dig is slated to open this winter at 22250 Bulverde Road, San Antonio. The new Fossil Creek neighborhood lounge was created by the team behind North Side bars Angry Elephant, Roo Pub and The Deuce. According to reports, Shin- Dig is designed as an upscale venue with booths for private parties, a wide range of cocktails and wines, food and dancing. www.facebook.com/shindigsa 9 Wow Wow Lemonade Stand , a Hawaii-based craft lemonade chain, is planned to open its rst San Anto- nio-area location in March at 14510 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 104, just south of Shavano Park. Wow Wow o ers hand- made raw fruit lemonades, smoothies and other healthy food items. www.wowwowhawaiianlemonade.com 10 Fish City Grill will open a third San Antonio location at 5311 N. Loop 1604 W.
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Annual events to check out in 2022 These are some major community-wide events held in each area city. HOLLYWOOD PARK MARCH 12 Deer Dash 5K, 3K and 1K Kids Fun Run and Walk includes prizes and refreshments. Proceeds bene t the Amniotic Fluid Embolism (AFE) Foundation. Begins at 8 a.m. Voigt Park, 701 El Portal. https://hpcatx.com/ JULY 04 Fourth of July parade and picnic. Put on by the Hollywood Park Community Association, the parade begins at Memorial Park, Mecca and Sunway drives, and ends at Voigt Park, 701 El Portal, where there will be a picnic and swimming. 10 a.m. Free. https://hpcatx.com/ DECEMBER 17 Santa Claus and Hollywood Park re ghters have a citywide parade. 10 a.m. Free. 210-494-2023. https://hollywoodpark-tx.gov/ SHAVANO PARK JULY TBD The city’s Independence Day picnic includes music, children’s and water park activities, and food. Free. City Hall campus, 900 Saddletree Court. www.shavanopark.org OCTOBER 31 Local families are invited to a Halloween trunk-or-treat event. Time TBD. Free. City Hall campus, 10 27 San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo includes a carnival and daily concerts. Proceeds bene t the San Antonio Livestock Exposition Scholarship Fund. AT&T Center, 1 AT&T Center Pkwy. www.sarodeo.com/ MARCH 31 April 10 Fiesta San Antonio features numerous events citywide with proceeds bene ting participating Fiesta San Antonio Commission member organizations. O cial events include Taste of the Northside at the Sonterra Country Club and Fiesta Castle Hills. https:// estasanantonio.org/ All events are con rmed at press time. Check with event organizers for potential cancellations or postponements due to the rise in cases of COVID-19 and its variants. 900 Saddletree Court. www.shavanopark.org SANANTONIO FEBRUARY
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JANUARY 22 THROUGH 23 SHOP LOCAL VENDORS On multiple weekends each month, Arbor Park Pop-Up Market features local artisans and vendors selling homemade apparel, accessories, home decor, food and more in an outdoor market at the Arbor Park shopping center. 10.a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 22 and 23, 29 and 30. Free admission. 17700 U.S. 281 North. www.facebook.com/ Arborparkpopupmarket 26 SEE THEATER STUDENTS PERFORM Johnson High School students will present the musical “Willy Wonka,” based on Roald Dahl’s classic book and the 1971 lm starring Gene Wilder. 7 p.m. Jan. 26-28, and 2 p.m. Jan. 29. $10 general admission, $15 reserved. 23203 Bulverde Road. 210-356-0400. https://www.neisd.net/domain/9308 29 APPRECIATE NATURE Master Naturalist Jean Hackett will lead a family-friendly, hands-on program about local geology. This is also a chance for participants to create a fossil to take home. This is limited to 20 child participants. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Hardberger Park Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Hwy. Register at: https://www.philhardbergerpark.org/ calendar-events/texas-rocks-and-fossils FEBRUARY 02 SEE GARY CLARK JR. IN CONCERT Austin-based Grammy Award-winner Gary Clark Jr. is popular with his songs that fuse blues, rock, soul and hip hop. 7:30-9 p.m. $49.50-$79.50. Westfall Branch Library is hosting “Displaced Persons Camps: Rebuilding Culture and Community in the Aftermath of WWII.” It’s an exhibit that documents life for Jews who lived in concentration camps in Germany, Austria and Italy during the Holocaust and who survived to build life anew postwar. The exhibit is suitable for ages 6 and older. Free. 6111 Rosedale Court. 210-207-9220. https://guides.mysapl.org/ holocaustlearnandremember#s- lg-box-27904279
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle. 210-223-8624. https://www.tobincenter.org/garyclarkjr 05 THROUGH 20 WATCHA FILMFESTIVAL The 21st San Antonio Jewish Film Festival o ers in-person and virtual screenings of feature and documentary lms that promote Jewish values and diversity. Screening times vary. Barshop Jewish Community Center, 12500 N.W. Military Hwy. For details: www.jccsanantonio.org/ lm-festival 05 SUPPORT NORTH SIDE BUSINESS North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce will hold its 48th annual gala, a Costa Rica-themed event that will include a dinner, honors, a silent auction, and an afterparty. 6-11:30 p.m. $175 individual seat with dinner; $3,500 for a reserved table for eight with dinner. La Cantera Resort and Spa, 16641 La Cantera Pkwy. 210-384-7727. https://tinyurl.com/2p97bn92 10 SEE THE GAITHER VOCAL BAND PERFORM Grammy Award-winner Bill Gaither’s renowned quintet has been performing Southern gospel songs for more than 40 years. 7-9 p.m. Free. Cornerstone Church, 18755 Stone Oak Pkwy. 210-490-1600. 13 LISTEN TO YOUNG MUSICIANS PLAY The Youth Orchestra of San Antonio’s symphony, ensemble and percussion ensemble are joined by artists from the local Olmos Ensemble to perform in a winter showcase of music. 3-4:30 p.m. Free. Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle. 210-223- 8624. www.tobincenter.org/box- o ce/2022-02/yosa-winter-showcase The 13th annual Ian’s Cup match features soccer squads from Johnson High School and Reagan High School with the boys’ teams playing rst followed by the girls’ teams. Proceeds bene t Ian’s Foundation, a nonpro t formed in memory of Ian Fincke, a Johnson High student and soccer player who died at age 16 from a traumatic brain injury he sustained in a skateboarding accident in 2008. 5 p.m. Blossom Athletic Center, 12002 Jones Maltsberger Road. www.neisd.net/athletics/tickets.html
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The 2.2-square-mile town originated in the 1940s as Village Estates, one of the rst subdivisions north of then-San Antonio’s city limits. It is now one of the most a uent suburbs based on income per capita. HILLCOUNTRYVILLAGE PHOTOS BY EDMOND ORTIZ COMMUNITY IMPACT NEWSPAPER
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In the mid-1950s, property owners in a growing neighborhood north of San Antonio met in a resident’s garage to vote to incorporate Hollywood Park. The city is known for its deer population and plethora of trees.
Initially known as Shavano, the community started growing in the late 19th century accompanied by a general store and a post o ce. It was also a stagecoach and rail stop between San Antonio and Boerne.
SOURCES: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY 2019 5 YEAR ESTIMATES, CITY OF HILL COUNTRY VILLAGE, TOWN OF HOLLYWOOD PARK, CITY OF SHAVANO PARK COMMUNITY IMPACT NEWSPAPER
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Hill Country Village and Hollywood Park saw little population growth in the past decade, but Shavano Park saw much growth. Population changes
Quick community facts
10-year population change San Antonio: +8.3% Bexar County: +16.2% Texas: +15.4%
Year founded
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San Antonio and its North Side suburbs have seen little to no change in their respective property tax rates in recent years. 2021 22 property tax rates (per $100 valuation) Top tax rates
As the population has shifted over time, growing in some areas and declining in others, so, too, have the area’s diverse demographics.
19.6% 22.2% 74.7% 71.7% 0.95% 0.76% 0.1% 0.22% 1.48% 1.08% 0.0% 0.03% 0.42% 0.47% 2.54% 3.22%
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NOTE: CENSUS DATA MAY NOT ADD UP TO 100% PER CITY DUE TO ROUNDING
*ALL CATEGORIES LISTED ARE RACES, EXCEPT FOR HISPANIC OR LATINO, WHICH IS NOT A RACE. HOWEVER, THE PERCENTAGES OF THE RACES LISTED DO NOT INCLUDE HISPANIC OR LATINO RESIDENTS.
Local elected o cials
Helpful resources General/administrative • 210-494-3671 Police • 210-494-3671
Bexar County Commissioners Court Judge: Nelson Wol Precinct 1: Rebecca Clay- Flores Precinct 2: Justin Rodriguez Precinct 3: Marialyn Barnard Precinct 4: Tommy Calvert Hill Country Village City Council Mayor: Gabriel Durand- Hollis Position 1: Carl Register Position 2: Matthew Acock Position 3: Thomas Doyle Position 4: Neal Leonard
North East ISD board of trustees Superintendent Sean Maika
Position 5: Allison Francis Hollywood Park City Council Mayor: Oscar Villarreal Jr. Position 1: Sean Moore Position 2: Debbie Trueman Position 3: Michael Voorhies Position 4: Delaine Hall Position 5: Glenna Pearce Shavano Park City Council Mayor: Bob Werner Albert Aleman Maggi Kautz Konrad Kuykendall
M'Lissa Chumbley Robert Blount Jr. Corinne Saldaña Carol Harle Karen Freeman Comal ISD board of trustees Superintendent Andrew Kim Jason York Courtney Biasatti
Public works • 210-494-3671 Animal control • 210-494-3671 Administrative • 210-494-2023 Finance • 210-494-2023 Court • 210-494-2023
Shannon Grona Sandy Winkley Sandy Hughey David Beyer Steve Hilliard Omar Leos Terri Williams Northside ISD board of trustees Superintendent Brian Woods Joseph Medina Gerald Lopez
Fire • 210-494-2023 Police • 210-494-3575
Public works • 210-494-2023 City manager • 210-493-3478 City secretary/human resources • 210-581-1116
Tim Hennessee Russell Garner Michelle Ross Marty Bartlett Cody Mueller
Permits • 210-493-3478 Finance • 210-477-0960 Court • 210-492-2607 Police • 210-492-9248 Public works • 210-492-2841
Pete Miller Lee Powers
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TEX MEX MEXICAN 18 Beto’s Alt-Mex 26610 N. US 281, San Antonio 210 930 9393 www.betosaltmex.com $$ B K COMING IN JANUARY 2022 19 El Mirasol 938 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio 210 479 8765 www.elmirasolsa.com $$ B H 20 El Remedio 700 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 318, San Antonio elremedio_sa on Instagram COMING IN EARLY 2022 21 Tomatillos Cafe y Cantina 1827 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 103, San Antonio 210 824 3005 https://tomatillos.com $$ H 22 Tommy’s Restaurant 938 Wurzbach Parkway, Ste. 109, San Antonio www.mytommys.com $$ B OTHER 23 Bubby’s Jewish Soul Food 12730 NWMilitary Hwy., Ste. 101, San Antonio 210 504 6040 http://bubbysjsf.com $$ B 24 Rosé Bistro 16111 San Pedro Ave., Hollywood Park 210 248 9366 www.facebook.com/Rosebistrosa $$ H 25 Vintage Wine Bar and Specialty Foods 555 W. Bitters Road, Ste. 112, Hill Country Village www.facebook.com/vintage-wine-bar- speciality-foods-112259627892262 $$ COMING THIS WINTER
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2903 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio www.rollonin.com www.buzzedbullcreamery.com $$ K COMING IN 2022 7 Mochinut 5222 De Zavala Road, Ste. 328, San Antonio 210 276 0060 www.mochinut.com $ B BAKERIES 8 Crumbl Cookies Stone Oak 20811 N. US 281, Ste. 420, San Antonio 210 864 0757 https://crumblcookies.com $ 9 La Catrina Mexican Bakery and Co ee House 923 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 101 210 396 7133 www.facebook.com/lacatrinamexicanbakery $$ B BEVERAGES
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2 Dog Hause Biergarten Stone Oak 20907 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio 210 257 8809 https://stoneoak.doghaus.com $$ K H 3 IHOP 203 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio 210 967 3017 https://ihop.com $$ B K 4 P. Terry’s Burger Stand A 530 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio B 22607 Hwy. 281 N., San Antonio https://pterrys.com $ B COMING IN EARLY 2022 5 Texas Dog Co. & Beer Garden 4302 Hyatt Place Drive, San Antonio COMING IN EARLY 2022 ASIAN 6 Buzzed Bull Creamery/Roll On In Sushi, Burritos & Bowls
SHOPPING AUTOMOTIVE 26 GO Car Wash 24286 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio 210 272 0620 https://gocarwash.com wilderness-oak/ BEAUTY 27 Blo Blow Dry Bar
10 Black Ri e Co ee Shop 22151 Bulverde Road, San Antonio www.blackri eco ee.com bulverde-retail $ COMING IN 2022 11 Black Rock Co ee Bar 11701 Blanco Road, San Antonio https://br.co ee $ COMING SPRING 2022
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FOOD 39 Primal Juice and Smoothies 15060 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio 210 530 1174 www.myprimaljuice.com HEALTH 40 Achieve Pediatric Therapy and Rehab 21334 Market Ridge, Ste. 101, San Antonio 210 953 7010 http://achievepediatrics.com/san-antonio 41 Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers 22100 Bulverde Road, Ste. 108, San Antonio 210 272 0055 www.fyzical.com/evans-crossing-tx HOME 42 Factory Mattress 21918 U.S. 281 N., Ste. 101, San Antonio 210 987 9918 https://factorymattrsstexas.com/ locations/encino 43 San Antonio Paints 1903 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. G 3105, San Antonio 210 281 5121 www.sanantoniopaints.com 44 Sea Hare Aquatics 26108 Overlook Parkway, Ste. 1104, San Antonio 210 296 6063 www.seahareaquatics.com 45 Star Chef 10003 NWMilitary Hwy., Ste. 2113, San Antonio 210 600 4211 www.starchefstore.com OTHER 46 Crescent Moon Music and Collectibles 15909 San Pedro Ave., Ste. 123, Hollywood Park 210 701 8275 www.crescentmoonsatx.com 47 Dogtopia San Antonio-Northwest 5563 De Zavala Road, Ste. 100 210 964 0555 www.dogtopia.com/sanantonio-northwest
923 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 112, San Antonio 210 908 9079 https://blomedry.com/blo-stone-oak- san-antonio 28 Majestic Nail Lounge 23014 N. US 281, Ste. 104, San Antonio 210 265 1100 www.facebook.com/majestic-nail- lounge-103045952117116 29 Paradise Brow Threading & Spa 22103 Bulverde Road, Ste. 107, San Antonio 210 955 1920 www.facebook.com/paradisebrow threadingandspa 30 Sweet Escape Nail Salon 2939 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 125, San Antonio 210 473 6199 COMING IN 2022 FINANCIAL 31 Blue Sky Bank 13750 San Pedro Ave., Ste. 275, San Antonio 210 898 5010 www.bluesky.bank 32 Firstmark Credit Union 2103 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio 210 442 0100 www. rstmarketcu.org FITNESS 33 Black Swan Yoga San Antonio-Vineyard 1201 N. Loop 1604 W., Ste. 105 210 570 6555 https://blackswanyoga.com 34 Hotworx 24815 N. US 281, Ste. 105, San Antonio 210 990 4681 www.hotworx.net/studio/ sanantonio-theshoppesatwildernessoaks 35 Mt. Olympus Gym 115 N. Loop 1604 W., Ste. 2104, San Antonio www.facebook.com/mtolympusgymsa 36 OrangeTheory Fitness 18018 Overlook Loop, San Antonio 210 660 3653 www.orangetheory.com 37 Powerhouse Fitness 15747 San Pedro Ave., Hill Country Village 210 890 1277 https://powermaster tness.co 38 SPENGA 2715 N. Loop 1604 W., Ste. 102, San Antonio 210 791 6261 https://rogersranchtx.spenga.com
48 Petland Shavano Park 4000 Pond Hill Road, Ste., 205 210 598 6766 www.petlandsanantonio.com 49 PGA Tour Superstore 18450 Blanco Road, Ste. 2 726 336 2666 www.pgatoursuperstore.com/stores/ san-antonio-texas
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TRANSPORTATION
Updates on key transportation projects
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Bexar County to begin infrastructure upgrades
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Pedro Creek community project coordinator, told commissioners that many facility improvements will be executed earlier in the overall program, and other projects will be spread out over 10 years. County Public Information O cer Monica Ramos said the rst year of any planned project involves design. “These are still just estimated timelines,” she also said of projects that have yet to launch. Precinct 3 on San Antonio’s North Side will have more than $18 million in funding for projects including a third phase of improvements on Blanco Road, an expansion of Evans Road and improvements to the Green Mountain intersection, as well as improvements to Orsinger Park o Huebner Road and Raymond Russell Park o the Interstate 10 access road.
SPENDING PLAN Bexar County’s 10-year Capital Improvements Program phasing plan was approved Dec. 7. Estimated total dollar allocations for Precinct 3
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Soto leaves JohnsonHigh School, replaced byMiller
Filing underway for May North East ISD school board elections Eligible residents in the North East Independent School District have until 5 p.m. Feb. 18 to apply for a ballot spot ahead of scheduled May 7 school board elections. Single-member districts 2, 3 and 7 will be on the ballot. Those seats are held by Terri Williams, Omar Leos and Sandy Winkley, respectively. Leos won a 2020 special election to ll an unexpired term in District 3. Each NEISD board position has a four- year term. Eligible NEISD residents interested in applying for a ballot spot may get details by emailing board@neisd.net or visiting www.neisd.net. North East ISD will meet March 14 at 5:30 p.m. 8961 Tesoro Drive, San Antonio 210-407-0000 • www.neisd.net Northside ISD will meet March 14 at 6 p.m. 5900 Evers Road, San Antonio 210-397-8500 • www.nisd.net MEETINGSWE COVER DATES OF NOTE Below are key dates for candidates and residents for the North East ISD election. Feb. 18 last day to le for a ballot spot and to order an election March 1 primary elections April 1 last day to register to vote April 19-27 early voting May 7 last day to receive ballot by mail SOURCE: TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE COMMUNITY IMPACT NEWSPAPER
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NORTH EAST ISD Johnson High School’s head football coach and athletic coordinator is returning to his alma mater to lead athletics at Judson High School. The Judson Independent School District school board on Dec. 16 approved hiring Mark Soto as athletic coordinator and head football coach at Judson High, where he gradu- ated in 1991. Soto spent the last two years as athletic coordinator and head football coach at Johnson, tallying a 19-3 record, including a District 28-6A championship and a 10-1 overall record in 2021. At Judson, Soto played for famed head coach D.W. Rutledge, who led the 1990 Rockets squad to the Class 5A Division I state title game in the Alamodome, where Judson lost to Marshall High School, 21-19. “I am bringing all my energies to bear on this one thing— winning a state championship. It will take a complete positive community buy-in along with faith, e ort and understanding,” Soto said. Defensive coordinator TP Miller was named Johnson’s new head coach and athletic coordinator, a role he
Mark Soto, former Johnson High School athletic coordinator and head football coach, is now serving in the same roles at his alma mater, Judson High School. (Courtesy Mark Soto)
described as “a prestige honor.” “As we transition into a new year full of new beginnings, new roles and new chal- lenges, it is imperative that we continue to come together and support one another,” Miller said. Miller has more than 10 years of experience in educa- tion. He graduated from San Marcos High School where he later served under Mark Soto as an assistant football coach, and coached girls’ track and eld.
Critics claim censorship inNEISD’s library book review
school districts have been reviewing their collections, seeking titles on a list of more than 850 books with content that has been questioned by State Rep. Matt Krause, R Fort Worth. By mid-December, NEISD o cials said 215 library books were retained following a review of 252 titles, and another 20 books found in elemen- tary school libraries were relocated to middle or high schools because they are not “age appropriate.” Thirty-seven more titles were being replaced with similarly-themed books because they are damaged or obsolete, according to the district.
UNDER REVIEW At the urging of Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth,
public schools checked for books that contain “material that might make students feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, ... because of their race or sex.” The list includes: • “Black Lives Matter: From Hashtag to the Streets” by Artika Tyner • “A Case of Need” by Michael Crighton • “Holly’s Secret” by Nancy Garden SOURCE: TEXAS HOUSE COMMITTEE ON GENERAL INVESTIGATING COMMUNITY IMPACT NEWSPAPER
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NORTH EAST ISD Several commu- nity members, teachers, librarians and students have criticized North East ISD’s book review policy, opposing the removal of hundreds of library books they say are being targeted for political reasons. NEISD and other Texas public
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CITY&COUNTY
Updates on important issues facing local entities
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Candidates le for Bexar County judge election
ENERGY COSTS RISE Residents will see a rate increase and a new fee on monthly bills.
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DeBerry’s declaration for the county judge’s post meant automatic resig- nation from county commissioners court. Wol on Jan 4. appointed Repub- lican Marialyn Barnard from a pool of 27 residents who applied to ll the Precinct 3 vacancy and serve as DeBerry’s replacement until Dec. 31.
to the Nov. 8 general election, where the victor will succeed Wol . Can- didates include District 124 Rep. Ina Minjarez; former district judge Peter Sakai; Ivalis Meza Gonzales; Gerard Ponce; Trish DeBerry, former Bexar County Precinct 3 commissioner; and Nathan Buchanan. Following state election laws,
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Utility providers to add rate increase, fees to residential energy bills San Antonio City Council voted Jan. 13 to approve a CPS Energy rate increase and what the city-owned utility calls a “pass-through fee.” The average residential customer will see $3.84 added on to their bill as a result of the increase, and a $1.26 additional monthly fee. According to CPS Energy, the new fee will help the utility company to recoup $418 million in fuel costs caused by the February 2021 winter storm. CPS Energy o cials also said the higher rate will support increased resiliency in extreme weather, technology upgrades and e orts to attract and retain employees and keep pace with the cities growth. San Antonio eyes bond election for city-wide projects in May San Antonio City o cials have until Feb. 18 to call for a bond to be included in the May 2022 local elections to help fund several projects citywide. Current projections estimate the bond projects could total $1.2 billion, although nal costs have not been determined. The city’s last bond election was held in 2017, according to the city. Bexar County Commissioners Court meets Jan. 25 and Feb. 8 at 9 a.m. Bexar County Courthouse, 100 Dolorosa St., Ste. 201, San Antonio • 210-335-2011 www.bexar.org Hill Country Village City Council meets Jan. 20 at 5 p.m. 116 Aspen Lane • 210-494-3671 http://hcv.org Hollywood Park City Council meets Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. 2 Mecca Drive • 210-494-2023 https://hollywoodpark-tx.gov San Antonio City Council meets Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10 and Feb. 17 at 9 a.m. 114 W. Commerce St. • 210-207-7040 www.sanantonio.gov MEETINGSWE COVER
BEXAR COUNTY JUDGE PRIMARY CANDIDATES
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Nathan Buchanan R Occupation: Former sheri ’s supporting deputy Campaign issues: Lower property appraisals, improve county jail, reduce crime, hire more deputies
Ivalis Meza Gonzalez D Occupation: Former mayor’s aide, volunteer with local boards Campaign issues: Improve jail, strengthen judicial system, upgrade public health, workforce development
Gerard Ponce D Occupation: Business owner, former county courts coordinator Campaign issues: Improve public safety and education, cut spending
Ina Minjarez D Occupation: state legislator, former prosecutor in district
Trish DeBerry R Occupation: Former journalist, public relations rm owner
Peter Sakai D Occupation:
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children’s courts Campaign issues: Improve economic development, public education and infrastructure
Campaign issues: Overhaul property appraisals, improve jail, prevent domestic violence, economic growth
Candidate ling underway forMay 2022 SanAntonio-area elections
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election. If only three residents le for o ce, none of the races will be contested and the election will be canceled. In this instance, each candidate would be appointed to the alderperson positions. Shavano Park residents may contact City Secretary Trish Nichols at 210-493-3478 or tnichols@shavanopark.org for details. Each mayoral and council seat has a two-year term. Additionally, three precinct board seats at the Trin- ity-Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District are up for election. TGRGCD is responsible for conserving, preserving and protecting the Trinity Aquifer across far north Bexar County. Harris Dickey, Joe Silman and Jerry Forster represent precincts 3, 4 and 5, respectively. Eligible residents interested in seeking a TGRGCD board post may get details by calling 210-698-1155, emailing mail@trinityglenrose.com or visiting www. trinityglenrose.com. Mayoral and council positions carryout two- year terms; water district board positions carryout four- year terms.
BEXAR COUNTY Filing for May 7 city council elections began Jan. 19 and ends at 5 p.m. Feb. 18. Cities and school districts also have until Feb. 18 to order a special election for May 7. Eligible Hill Country Village residents may apply for the mayor’s o ce or one of two council positions, Place 2 or Place 4. Those posts are occupied by Gabriel Durand-Hollis, Matthew Acock and Neal Leonard, respectively. Prospective candidates may call 210-494-3671 or visit City Hall at 116 Aspen Lane for more information. Eligible Hollywood Park residents may run for mayor, or either the council Place 2 spot or the Place 4 position. Those seats are held by Oscar Villarreal, Debra Trueman and Delaine Hall, respectively. Hollywood Park residents may contact City Secretary Patrick Aten at 210-494-2023, ext. 221, or paten@ hollywoodpark-tx.gov for details. Three at-large Shavano Park council seats held by Maggi Kautz, Konrad Kuykendall and Lee Powers will be up for
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