San Antonio public meetings in 2020
112 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment
The San Antonio Board of Adjustment is meeting for a videoconferencing technology workshop to prepare for future virtual meetings. No official city action or deliberation will occur during this time.
- Videoconferencing technology workshop via WebEx on April 29 and 30, 2020
Zoning Commission
This meeting is a videoconferencing technology workshop led by City staff to prepare for future virtual Board/Commission meetings. No official City action or deliberation will be taken during this time. The agenda contains only this procedural item.
- Videoconferencing technology workshop for future virtual meetings
- Workshop held via WebEx on April 29 and 30, 2020
- No official action or deliberation scheduled
Planning Commission
The San Antonio Planning Commission is meeting to participate in a videoconferencing technology workshop led by City staff, preparing for future virtual Board/Commission meetings. No official City action or deliberation will be taken during this time. The agenda contains only this procedural item.
- Videoconferencing technology workshop via WebEx on April 29 and 30, 2020
Board of Adjustment
This meeting is a technology workshop for the Board of Adjustment to practice using videoconferencing for future virtual meetings. No official City action or deliberation will be taken during this time.
- Videoconferencing technology workshop via WebEx
- Workshop held on April 29 and April 30, 2020
- No official action or deliberation scheduled
Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board of Directors
The San Antonio Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board held a videoconference meeting on April 28, 2020, to address the impact of the COVID-19 crisis. The agenda included a CEO update on community response efforts and school closures, as well as a briefing on the FY 2020 financial report and budget re-estimate. The board also held a work session to discuss the proposed Pre-K 4 SA FY 2021 Annual Operating Budget.
- Approval of minutes from March 3, 2020, and March 26, 2020 meetings
- CEO update on community response efforts and school closures
- Briefing on FY 2020 Financial Report & Budget Re-Estimate
- Discussion of proposed Pre-K 4 SA FY 2021 Annual Operating Budget
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 09 -- Houston Street
The San Antonio Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 9 (Houston Street) Board of Directors will meet via WebEx phone conference to consider the FY 2020 COVID-19 Emergency Housing Assistance Program. The board will also approve minutes from the December 18, 2019 meeting and hear public comments submitted by email.
- Consideration and action on FY 2020 COVID-19 Emergency Housing Assistance Program
- Approval of minutes from December 18, 2019 TIRZ #9 board meeting
- Public comments accepted via email until 6:00 PM on April 27, 2020
San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation
This agenda contains only the meeting notice and posting information for the San Antonio Housing Trust Finance Corporation. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation
This is a regular meeting of the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items listed in the provided text.
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
This agenda contains only the meeting header and posting information for the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation. No agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding a special videoconference meeting to receive a briefing and updates on the city and Bexar County's COVID-19 response from the COVID-19 Health Transition Team. The meeting is held jointly with the Bexar County Commissioner's Court. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Briefing and updates on COVID-19 response from the COVID-19 Health Transition Team (item 20-3014)
- Joint meeting with Bexar County Commissioner's Court
- Meeting held via videoconference due to COVID-19; no in-person access
- Possible motion to continue, postpone, or recess if meeting extends past 4:00 PM
San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation
This is a regular meeting of the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation board. The agenda contains no specific action items, only standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and reports. No decisions or discussions on specific projects are listed.
- No specific items listed on the agenda
Historic and Design Review Commission
The Historic and Design Review Commission is convening for a work session dedicated solely to training on video conferencing. No action will be taken at this meeting, and there is no in-person public access. The agenda contains only this procedural item before adjournment.
- Work session for video conferencing training
- No action to be taken
- No in-person public access
San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation
This agenda contains only the meeting notice and posting information for the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation meeting on April 22, 2020. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
- Meeting date: April 22, 2020
- Agenda posted on: April 17, 2020
San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation
This is a procedural agenda with no listed items; the meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2020, and the agenda was posted on April 17, 2020. No decisions or discussions are specified.
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council held a special videoconference meeting with no in-person public access due to COVID-19. The sole agenda item was a staff briefing on the city's COVID-19 response and preparedness, including updates from the COVID-19 Community Action Working Groups. The meeting was broadcast on local channels and online.
- Briefing on the City's COVID-19 response and preparedness
- Updates on the COVID-19 Community Action Working Groups
- Meeting held via videoconference; no in-person public access
- Broadcast on AT&T channel 99, Grande channel 20, Spectrum channel 21, digital antenna 16, and online
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding a special meeting by videoconference due to COVID-19, with no in-person public access. The sole agenda item is a staff briefing on the city's COVID-19 response and preparedness, including updates from the COVID-19 Community Action Working Groups. The meeting is open to the public via TV, online, or phone.
- Briefing on COVID-19 response and preparedness (item 20-2745)
- Updates on COVID-19 Community Action Working Groups
- Meeting held via videoconference due to COVID-19; no in-person access
- Public access via AT&T channel 99, Grande channel 20, Spectrum channel 21, digital antenna 16, online, or phone
San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation
The provided text contains only the header for the San Antonio Housing Trust Public Facility Corporation meeting on April 13, 2020. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the source document.
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council will consider extending the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration and postponing the Pre-K 4 SA sales tax election from May to November. The consent agenda includes contracts for police notification, fire department medical supplies, organics processing, and several capital projects, plus donations and a lawsuit settlement.
- Ordinance extending COVID-19 public health emergency declaration
- Ordinance moving Pre-K 4 SA sales tax election to November 3, 2020
- Contract with Spidr Tech, Inc. for $3,591,000 for police notification system
- Contracts with Bound Tree Medical for fire department medical/pharmaceutical supplies (annual ~$2.8M)
- Lease with Atlas Organics for organics processing, $1.87M first year
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council held a special meeting by teleconference on April 7, 2020, due to COVID-19. The only substantive item was a staff briefing on the city's response and preparedness for the pandemic. The agenda also included a procedural provision for continuing or postponing the meeting if it ran past 4:00 PM.
- Briefing on the City's response and preparedness on COVID-19 (item 20-2722)
- Meeting held via teleconference with no in-person public access
- Public access via TV channels, web, Facebook, or phone (210) 207-5555, password 1111
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
This is a procedural agenda with no substantive items listed. The meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2020, and the agenda was posted on April 2, 2020. No decisions, proposals, or discussions are detailed in the provided text.
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 2, 2020, starting at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes a briefing on the city's COVID-19 response, several consent agenda items (contracts, property acquisitions, street closures), and a series of plan amendments and zoning cases scheduled for 2:00 PM. The meeting also includes executive session items for legal and economic development discussions.
- Briefing and possible action on COVID-19 response and preparedness
- Approval of five standby contractor agreements for lead abatement services, total up to $5,892,000
- Award of construction contract to ASD Consultants, Inc. for $304,212 for North San Antonio Hills Park project
- Acquisition of 6.606 acres for Brooks City Base Stinson Corridor project, up to $900,000
- Closure and vacation of Archer Street right-of-way for $108,600
Westside Development Corporation
The Westside Development Corporation Board of Directors met via teleconference on March 27, 2020, under a temporary suspension of the Texas Open Meetings Act. The agenda included a discussion and possible action on providing emergency relief loans to small businesses in the Westside. The board also reviewed minutes from the January 31, 2020 meeting and heard a President’s Report.
- Discussion and possible action on providing emergency relief loans to small businesses in the Westside (Item 20-2647)
- Discussion and possible action on the Board of Directors minutes for the meeting of January 31, 2020
- President’s Report (Item 20-2650)
Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board of Directors Special Meeting
The Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board will hold a special meeting via teleconference to discuss and possibly act on recommendations for the May 2, 2020 Sales and Use Tax Election. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting. The meeting is held under modified open meetings rules due to COVID-19.
- Discussion and possible action on recommendations for the May 2, 2020 Sales and Use Tax Election
- Public comments accepted via email to [email protected] before 4:00 PM
- Meeting held via telephone conference call due to COVID-19
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a briefing and take possible action on the city's response and preparedness for COVID-19. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with a provision for an executive session on attorney-client matters and standard adjournment procedures.
- Briefing and possible action on the City's response and preparedness for COVID-19 (item 20-2633)
- Possible executive session for attorney-client consultation under Texas Government Code Chapter 551
- Meeting may continue past 6:00 PM with options to postpone or reconvene
City Council Emergency Supplement to Posted Agenda
The San Antonio City Council is holding an emergency meeting to consider extending the Declaration of Public Health Emergency issued March 23, 2020, until 11:59 pm on April 9, 2020, to continue COVID-19 preparedness and response. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, considered under emergency provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
- Ordinance 20-2671 extending the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration to April 9, 2020
- Emergency meeting under Texas Government Code Section 551.045
City Council Emergency Supplement to Posted Agenda
The City Council convened an emergency session to address the ongoing public health crisis. The sole agenda item is an ordinance extending the Declaration of Public Health Emergency issued on March 18, 2020. This extension runs until April 19, 2020, to continue preparedness and response efforts for COVID-19.
- Ordinance 20-2629 extends the Declaration of Public Health Emergency until 11:59 pm on April 19, 2020
- Authorizes the City Manager to take actions related to the public health emergency
- Meeting held under Texas Government Code Section 551.045 for urgent public necessity
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council of San Antonio scheduled a special meeting for March 19, 2020, but the agenda explicitly states that the meeting has been CANCELLED. The only substantive item listed was a briefing by CPS Energy regarding utility asset management, industry evolution, and the impacts of the COVID-19 health event. No decisions were made or votes taken because the session did not occur.
- Meeting status: CANCELLED
- Scheduled briefing by CPS Energy President and CEO Paula Gold-Williams
- Briefing topics included energy utility assets, new technologies, and COVID-19 impacts
Building Standards Board
The Building Standards Board meeting scheduled for March 19, 2020, was cancelled. The agenda included items on emergency demolitions, dilapidated structures, and board guidelines, but no decisions were made.
- Meeting cancelled
- Emergency demolition item: 6410 Marcum (CD-6)
- Property maintenance code items: 647 Hammond Ave (CD-3), 1630 S Elmendorf St (pulled), 5802 Les Harrison (CD-6), 4602 Sierra St (CD-5)
- Dilapidated structures items: 239 Southlawn Ave (CD-5), 512 Vine St (CD-2), 921 Clydeville (CD-9)
- Agenda included administrative items and possible executive session
City Council B Session
The agenda explicitly states that this meeting and public comments have been cancelled. Although the document lists items such as a COVID-19 response briefing and financial reports, the cancellation notice indicates these items were not considered at this specific session.
- Meeting and Public Comments CANCELLED
Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 17, 2020, has been cancelled. The agenda included numerous zoning cases, but no decisions will be made at this time.
- Z-2019-10700322: Rezone 21.6 acres on Jones Maltsberger Road from NP-10 to R-6 and MF-18 (staff recommends approval)
- Z-2019-10700288: Rezone 214 Lotus Avenue from RM-4 to RM-4 HL (staff recommends approval)
- Z-2019-10700327: Rezone 2914 Pleasanton Road from C-2 HS to C-2 (staff recommends denial)
- Z-2019-10700345: Conditional use for barber/beauty shop at 827 Viendo Street (staff recommends approval)
- Z-2019-10700348: Rezone 2402 Monterey Street from R-4 to RM-4 (staff recommends denial with alternate)
Audit and Accountability Committee
The Audit and Accountability Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving minutes, consent agenda items for pre- and post-solicitation high-profile contracts, final internal audit reports, and the results of the FY 2019 external financial audit. The committee will also receive briefings on upcoming procurements and may enter executive session to discuss a security audit.
- On-Call Environmental Remediation
- Underground Storm Drain Televising Program
- District 9 Senior Center
- Financial Consulting Services
- Public Safety Notification System
Public Safety Committee
This March 17, 2020 Public Safety Committee meeting has been postponed. The agenda included approval of prior minutes, public comments, and briefings on the SAPD cite and release report and National Night Out, but no action will be taken at this time.
- Meeting postponed
- Approval of February 18, 2020 minutes
- SAPD second quarter cite and release report
- National Night Out briefing
Census Complete Count Committee
This meeting of the San Antonio Census Complete Count Committee, scheduled for March 16, 2020, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled
Planning and Land Development Committee
This meeting has been postponed. The agenda, if held, would have included briefings and possible actions on several housing-related funding items, including the sale of the Continental Hotel property, amendments to the HUD Action Plan, and various affordable housing projects.
- Sale of Continental Hotel Property at 322 W. Commerce
- Up to $700,000 in NSP funding for 14 affordable infill housing units
- Up to $950,000 in CDBG funding for rehabilitation of 10 owner-occupied units
- Up to $500,000 for minor repairs on 20 residential units in Districts 1-5
- Funding agreement with San Antonio Affordable Housing, Inc. for infill housing and property acquisition
Community Health and Equity Committee
This meeting of the Community Health and Equity Committee has been postponed. The agenda included briefings on the city's COVID-19 response, the San Antonio Mobile Mental Wellness Collaborative, and the Gun Violence Prevention Plan, but no action will be taken at this time.
- Briefing on COVID-19 response
- Briefing on San Antonio Mobile Mental Wellness Collaborative
- Briefing on Gun Violence Prevention Plan
Transportation and Mobility Committee
The March 16, 2020, meeting of the San Antonio Transportation and Mobility Committee has been postponed. The agenda listed briefings on the TCI Bike Master Plan, bicycle infrastructure, and a Bike Share Working Group, but no actions were taken because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting status: Postponed
- Agenda item 1: Approval of minutes for February 17, 2020
- Agenda item 2: Briefing on City Auditor’s Office review of TCI Bike Master Plan
- Agenda item 3: Briefing on Public Works Department bicycle infrastructure efforts
- Agenda item 4: Briefing on Bike Share Working Group findings
City Council Emergency Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding an emergency meeting to receive a briefing and take possible action on the city's response and preparedness for COVID-19. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural. The meeting may recess into executive session to consult with the City Attorney's Office.
- Briefing and possible action on COVID-19 response and preparedness (Item 20-2602)
- Possible executive session with City Attorney's Office
- Meeting may continue or be postponed if not adjourned by 6:00 PM
Building Standards Board
The Building Standards Board will hold a regular meeting to review eight property maintenance code and dilapidated structure cases across several city council districts. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a hold harmless agreement, and discussion of board guidelines and procedures. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda itself; it lists items for consideration.
- Property maintenance code cases: 115 Lambert W, 400 Hazel St, 916 Ripford St, 935 Kirk Pl
- Dilapidated structure cases: 542 Yucca St, 176 San Joaquin N, 4114 Aganier Ave, 2637 Quintana Rd, 714 Canton
- Hold Harmless Agreement item
- BSB Guidelines, Policies, and Procedures discussion
- Possible executive session for attorney-client matters
Planning Commission
The San Antonio Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approvals for eight subdivision plats, one tree preservation variance, two street right-of-way transactions, and three comprehensive master plan amendments. Staff recommendations are provided for each item, with most recommended for approval. The meeting also includes a work session, public comment, and approval of previous minutes.
- MTD S. Hausman Subdivision near South Hausman and Prue roads
- Cielo Villas Subdivision near Cielo Vista Drive and Babcock Road
- Culebra Commons Phase II Commercial Subdivision near Culebra Spur and Loop 1604
- Closure of Archer Street right-of-way for $108,600
- Plan amendment for 202.807 acres near IH-37 South from Specialized Center to Mixed Use Center
City Council Emergency Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding an emergency meeting to receive a briefing and take possible action on COVID-19 response and preparedness, including the placement of a third cohort of evacuees at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda, with the rest being procedural (executive session authorization, adjournment rules, and accessibility notices).
- Briefing and possible action on COVID-19 response and preparedness
- Placement of third cohort of evacuees at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland
- Item 20-2546
- Possible executive session with City Attorney's Office
Affirmative Action Advisory Committee
The San Antonio Affirmative Action Advisory Committee is holding a routine meeting with a presentation by the Human Resources Communications Team and a working session. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions, proposals, or dollar amounts listed.
- Presentation by Human Resources Communications Team
- Working session
San Antonio Arts Commission
The San Antonio Arts Commission will consider whether to display the artwork Spictacle II: Tortillera in the Centro de Artes Gallery. The body will also review the 2021-2024 schedule of exhibitions and make recommendations for Cultural Districts grant funding. Additionally, the commission will discuss an individual artist focus group and draft plan.
- Decision on displaying Spictacle II: Tortillera in Centro de Artes Gallery
- Review of Centro de Artes 2021-2024 Schedule of Exhibitions
- Recommendations for Cultural Districts Grant Funding
- Discussion of Individual Artist Focus Group and Draft Plan
Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission
The commission will hear appeals on Fire Lieutenant exam questions, decide on the eligibility list, review applicant appeals, and note final disciplinary suspensions for police and fire personnel.
- Fire Lieutenant exam appeals (Feb 21, 2020)
- Approval of Fire Lieutenant eligibility list
- Applicant appeals: Mario Gonzales (reapply Aug 2021), Jeremy Fernandez (permanently unsuitable)
- Suspensions: 1-10 days for officers and fire engineers
- Public comments
Building Standards Board
The Building Standards Board will hold a regular meeting to consider property maintenance code violations and dilapidated structures at eight properties across San Antonio. The board will also select a Panel A Vice Chair, approve minutes, and discuss hold harmless agreements and board guidelines. No major policy decisions or budget items are on the agenda.
- Hold harmless agreements for 1920 Laurel W and 663 Thompson (accessory structure)
- Property maintenance code case at 115 Allsup (CD-5)
- Property maintenance code case at 306 Koehler Court (CD-3)
- Dilapidated structures at 1902 Travis St W (accessory structure, reset), 302 Fargo Ave, 1414 Hermine Blvd, 1112 Elvira St, 125 Spruce St, and 309 Montezuma
- Selection of Panel A Vice Chair
Community Action Advisory Board
The Community Action Advisory Board will review updates to Head Start eligibility and enrollment policies, including a new selection criteria point matrix system. The board will also approve the 2020-2021 Head Start Program Recruitment Plan. Additionally, the agenda includes a fiscal report and updates on TDHCA onsite monitoring reviews.
- Approval of 2020-2021 ERSEA Policy Updates and Selection Criteria Point Matrix System
- Approval of 2020-2021 Head Start Program Recruitment Plan
- Update on TDHCA Scheduled Onsite Monitoring Review
- Review of ACF-PI-20-01 regarding lowered Head Start service duration requirement to 45%
- Approval of Minutes from February 13, 2020
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda of contracts, grants, and code amendments, followed by public hearings on zoning and plan amendments. Key items include a federal grant application for 25 police officers, a new baby changing station requirement, and multiple zoning changes. The meeting includes routine approvals and several property leases and construction contracts.
- Contract with OBR Cooling Towers Inc. for cooling tower cleaning, up to $280,000
- Contract with Selrico Services for summer meals, $528,900 annually
- Aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicle purchase for $894,516
- Construction contract with Austin Bridge & Road for Goliad Road project, $8,576,211.70
- Grant application to DOJ for 25 police officer positions, up to $3,125,000
City Council B Session
The San Antonio City Council B Session includes briefings on SA2020 and the 2020 Unified Development Code amendment process, plus a public hearing on a $950,000 HUD Action Plan amendment for affordable housing. The council may also enter executive session for legal, economic development, real estate, and personnel matters.
- Briefing on SA2020 by Molly Cox
- Briefing on 2020 UDC amendment process
- Public hearing: $700,000 to Neighborhood and Housing Services for 14 affordable units
- Public hearing: $250,000 to WestCare Texas for 5 affordable units
- Executive session items on economic development, real property, collective bargaining, litigation, personnel, and COVID-19
Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women
This is the agenda for the Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women meeting on March 3, 2020. The agenda contains only the meeting header and posting information, with no listed agenda items or discussion topics. It appears to be procedural boilerplate.
Economic and Workforce Development Committee
The Economic and Workforce Development Committee will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings and receive briefings on the Status of Women Report, gender pay parity for City employees, and the Status of Poverty in San Antonio. These briefings are for discussion and possible action, but no specific decisions are listed.
- Briefing on progress of Status of Women Report
- Briefing and possible action on Gender Pay Parity for City of San Antonio
- Briefing on findings and recommendations from 'Status of Poverty in San Antonio' report
- Approval of minutes from February 11 and February 26, 2020 meetings
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will discuss and possibly act on an amendment to the City/County Master Interlocal Agreement and ratification of a temporary agreement for collecting bingo cash prize fees. They will also receive status updates on Intergovernmental Support Agreements with Joint Base San Antonio, a federal legislative update, and an update on the Poverty Report Recommendations. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.
- Amendment to City/County Master Interlocal Agreement and ratification of temporary agreement for bingo cash prize fees
- Status of two Intergovernmental Support Agreements between City and Joint Base San Antonio
- Federal Legislative Update
- Update on Status of Poverty Report Recommendations
- Approval of minutes from Jan 9, May 8, Sep 11, Nov 13, 2019, and Jan 14, 2020 meetings
San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees
The San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving a temporary closure of the Igo Branch Library for a capital improvement project, and will also vote on amending the minimum donation for a naming opportunity at the Encino Branch Library playground. The board will receive informational reports on the library director's activities, budget, committee updates, and staff updates on the new library system, voting sites, and 2020 Census efforts. A facilitated discussion on the Community Needs Assessment is also scheduled.
- Temporary closure of Igo Branch Library, 13330 Kyle Seale Parkway, from March 30 to May 10, 2020, for capital improvement project
- Amend minimum donation for naming opportunity for proposed playground at Encino Branch Library
- Budget report for January 2020
- Staff update on rollout of new Integrated Library System (ILS)
- Report on library locations serving as voting sites and Voter Registration Agency
Housing Commission
The San Antonio Housing Commission will meet to discuss the ForEveryoneHome Initiative needs assessment, consider a definition of affordability requested by the Removing Barriers Committee, and receive a director's report on housing policy implementation, eviction issues, and other topics. The meeting also includes recognition of outgoing commission members.
- Briefing on ForEveryoneHome Initiative Needs Assessment and next steps
- Discussion and possible action on the definition of affordability as requested by the Removing Barriers Committee
- Director's Report covering Strategic Housing Policy Implementation Plan, San Antonio Housing Trust Assessment, Housing Summit, eviction issues, and Chief Housing Officer
- Recognition of service for Housing Commission Chair Lourdes Castro-Ramirez and Commissioner Marianne Kestenbaum
Conservation Advisory Board
The Conservation Advisory Board will hear briefings and updates on Proposition 1 water quality projects, the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program, and multiple conservation land properties. They will also deliberate on real property purchases in executive session and take action on proposed acquisitions.
- Briefing on Technical Advisory Committee recommendations for Proposition 1 Water Quality Projects
- Update on Edwards Aquifer Protection Program
- Discussion on Bitter Ranch, Brown Ranch, Crane Bat Cave, Lisa Pack Property, and Monier Ranch
- Discussion on Chapman, Gruendler, and Graham Properties
- Executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
Economic and Workforce Development Committee
The Economic and Workforce Development Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss economic development negotiations, which will be conducted in executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.087. The agenda contains no other substantive items, only the executive session and adjournment.
- Executive session for economic development negotiations (Texas Gov't Code 551.087)
- Possible attorney-client consultation (Texas Gov't Code 551.071)
SA2020 Commission on Education
The SA2020 Commission on Education will meet to hear a presentation on education indicators, debrief a recent committee meeting, and vote on a possible restructuring of the commission. The meeting is open to the public with time for comments.
- Presentation on SA2020 Education Indicators by Molly Cox
- Debrief on February 17, 2020 Community Health and Equity Committee Meeting
- Vote on possible restructuring of the SA2020 Commission on Education
- Approve next meeting date
Innovation and Technology Committee
The Innovation and Technology Committee will consider approving the January 28, 2020 meeting minutes, receive a briefing on integrating asset-building and social safety net services per a Poverty Report recommendation, and hear a briefing on the Open Checkbook effort. No votes are scheduled on substantive items.
- Approval of January 28, 2020 meeting minutes
- Briefing on Poverty Report recommendation for asset-building and social safety net integration
- Briefing on Open Checkbook effort by Finance Department
San Antonio Arts Commission
The Centro de Artes Committee of the San Antonio Arts Commission is holding a special called meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Centro de Artes Gallery XicanX: New Visions Exhibit and the gallery's review process. The committee will also approve minutes from its December 4, 2019 meeting and hear public comments. This is a routine committee meeting with no major budget or policy items on the agenda.
- Discussion and possible action on Centro de Artes Gallery XicanX: New Visions Exhibit
- Discussion and possible action on Centro de Artes Gallery Review Process
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 4, 2019
- Public comments (3-minute limit per speaker)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to consider routine matters including approval of minutes, public comments, an update on the board's restructuring, and approval of its 2020 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes
- Public comments (3-minute limit, up to 9 minutes if time is donated)
- Update on restructuring of the Transportation Advisory Board
- Approval of 2020 meeting schedule
- Request for future agenda items
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will consider two action items: selecting an alternate representative to the Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee and adopting department self-monitoring standards. They will also receive a briefing on park access and social equity, plus updates from the director on sales tax, awards, and events. Public comments are allowed, with a three-minute limit per speaker.
- Action to select alternate board representative to Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee
- Action related to department self-monitoring standards
- Briefing on park access and social equity
- Approval of minutes from January 27, 2020 meeting
- Director's report: sales tax updates, recent awards, event updates
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council will consider a consent agenda with contracts, grants, and appointments, plus public hearings on zoning and plan amendments. Key items include a $5.6 million road construction contract, a $1.8 million helicopter video system, and several affordable housing agreements.
- $5,611,649.36 construction contract for Rittiman Road (I-35 to Castle Cross Drive)
- $1,800,000 contract with CNC Technologies for helicopter video downlink system
- $242,000 forgivable loan for 12-unit affordable housing near Frio and El Paso Streets
- Zoning case for 325-unit multi-family development at 813 E. Myrtle Street
- PACE program establishment resolution
City Council B Session
The City Council will receive a staff presentation on the ConnectSA comprehensive transportation plan. The agenda also includes potential executive sessions on economic development, real property, collective bargaining, litigation, and personnel matters. Public comments are scheduled for 6:00 PM.
- Staff presentation on ConnectSA comprehensive transportation plan
- Possible executive session on economic development negotiations
- Possible executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Possible executive session on collective bargaining legal issues
- Public comments at 6:00 PM
San Antonio Arts Commission
The San Antonio Arts Commission's Centro de Artes Committee is meeting to consider the 2021-2024 exhibition schedule and the 2020 meeting schedule, and to receive a briefing on the Centro de Artes marketing plan. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from December 4, 2019, and public comments.
- Presentation of Centro de Artes 2021-2024 Exhibition Schedule
- 2020 Centro de Artes Meeting Schedule
- Centro de Artes Marketing Plan briefing
- Approval of December 4, 2019 meeting minutes
Historic and Design Review Commission
The Historic and Design Review Commission will consider a consent agenda and individual items covering new construction, signage, renovations, and historic landmark designations across San Antonio historic districts. Notable requests include a multi-story residential structure at 815 E Ashby Place, a restaurant in green space at 210 N Flores St, and a historic landmark designation at 215 S Pinto St. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes.
- Multi-story multi-family residential at 815 E Ashby Place (RIO-2)
- Restaurant construction within existing green space at 210 N Flores St/107 W Houston
- Historic landmark designation request for 215 S Pinto St
- Partial demolition and rear addition at Glaeser House #2/Altgelt Barn (235 Madison St)
- Park improvements at Benavides Park (1500 Saltillo St) and Kennedy Park (3101 Roselawn)
Governance Committee
The Governance Committee will deliberate on the appointment of a new member to the Pre-K 4 SA Board of Directors for City Council District 3. The body will also review the current structure of the Transportation Advisory Board and consider recommendations to make it more multimodal. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.
- Appointment of a new member for the City Council District 3 Board seat to the Pre-K 4 SA Board of Directors (term ends May 31, 2021)
- Briefing and possible action on the Transportation Advisory Board, including recommendations to become more multimodal
Airport Advisory Commission
The San Antonio Airport Advisory Commission meets February 18, 2020, at Terminal A Conference Room, 9800 Airport Blvd. The agenda is largely routine: approval of minutes, recurring reports on customer experience, noise, and capital improvements, plus introduction of Jesus H. Saenz, Jr., as Director of Airports. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed.
- Introduction of Jesus H. Saenz, Jr., Director of Airports
- Customer Experience Report
- Noise Program Report
- Capital Improvement Program Report
- Approval of minutes
Zoning Commission
The San Antonio Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on 21 zoning cases, with staff recommending approval for most, denial for two, and approval with conditions for two others. The agenda also includes consideration of the previous meeting's minutes and appointment of an alternate to the Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee.
- Z-2020-10700029: Rezone 4.047 acres near East Magnolia Ave and N. Saint Mary's St to mixed commercial/residential with conditional uses (gas station, car wash, etc.)
- Z-2019-10700342: Rezone 23.724 acres in 12000 block of SE Loop 410 from commercial to residential (staff recommends approval pending plan amendment)
- Z-2019-10700331: Rezone at 2035-2041 S WW White Rd from light commercial to commercial; staff recommends denial
- Z-2019-10700348: Rezone at 2402 Monterey St from single-family to mixed residential; staff recommends denial with alternate recommendation
- Z-2020-10700001: Rezone at 2824 SW Loop 410 to commercial with conditional use for stone curing with outside storage
Audit and Accountability Committee
The Audit and Accountability Committee will consider approving minutes, review pre-solicitation items for contracts including a web-based commissary system, employee life insurance, on-call engineering services, and the Woodlawn Lake Multi-Generational Center, plus three internal audit reports. The committee will also receive briefings on airfield improvements, medical supplies, and federal procurement standards.
- Web-Based Uniform Commissary System (pre-solicitation)
- Employee Life Insurance (pre-solicitation)
- On-Call Civil Engineering and Program Management Services (pre-solicitation)
- Woodlawn Lake Multi-Generational Center (pre-solicitation)
- Audit of Finance Google Fiber Right-of-Way Agreement (AU19-C05)
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone 30 -- Westside
The Westside Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #30 board will meet to approve minutes, receive a financial briefing, and consider a funding agreement with Say Si for renovating a building as its future headquarters. The agenda includes public comment and board member comments, with no other substantive items listed.
- Resolution for a Funding Agreement with Say Si for public improvements to renovate an existing building as the future headquarters for Say Si
- Approval of minutes from the December 11, 2019 TIRZ #30 Westside board meeting
- Financial briefing on the current financial position of the TIRZ
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly act on the City's Dangerous Assessment Response Team process and National Night Out. The agenda also includes approval of the January 21, 2020 meeting minutes and public comments. No votes or decisions are listed in the agenda text.
- Briefing and possible action on the City's Dangerous Assessment Response Team Process
- Briefing and possible action on National Night Out
- Approval of January 21, 2020 Public Safety Committee meeting minutes
City Commission on Veterans Affairs
The City Commission on Veterans Affairs is holding a regular meeting to discuss various information items, including updates on Hidden Heroes, a follow-up on a WalletHub ranking of best and worst cities for veterans, SA2020 goals, the VA Hospital, and collaborations with the Office of Military and Veterans Affairs (OMVA). The commission will also hear announcements and reports from district representatives. No votes or formal actions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of 'Best and Worst Cities for Veterans' WalletHub ranking
- SA2020 military/veteran focus discussion
- VA Hospital discussion
- OMVA and district collaborations update
- OMVA activities update
Ethics Review Board
The San Antonio Ethics Review Board will meet to swear in a new member, hear public comment, approve prior minutes, and discuss possible action on Ethics Code revisions and the 2019 annual report. An executive session is scheduled for attorney-client matters.
- Swearing in of new board member Jessica Karam Oley (District 8 appointee)
- Public comment period
- Approval of December 3, 2019 meeting minutes
- Discussion and possible action on City Council Consideration (CCR) request regarding Ethics Code revisions
- Discussion and possible action on 2019 ERB Annual Report
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council will consider an ordinance to order a sales and use tax election on May 2, 2020, to continue the 1/8th cent tax for eight more years for the Pre-K 4 SA program, with a contract with Bexar County up to $900,000. The council will also vote on a consent agenda with multiple contracts for technology, construction, and services, plus resolutions supporting multifamily housing tax credit applications.
- Ordinance ordering May 2020 sales tax election for Pre-K 4 SA, contract with Bexar County up to $900,000
- Contract with Great South Texas Corp for mobile networking for police, fire, and transportation, up to $4,223,710
- Contract with Intelight for traffic management software, up to $2,181,494.69
- Construction contract for Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center roof replacement, $6,094,050.84
- Resolutions supporting 19 multifamily housing tax credit projects across districts
Building Standards Board
The Building Standards Board will hold a regular meeting to consider emergency demolitions, property maintenance code cases, and dilapidated structures at several San Antonio addresses. The board will also discuss guidelines, policies, and procedures, and may enter executive session for attorney-client matters. Most agenda items are case-specific property hearings.
- Emergency demolition at 2506 Steves Ave (CD-3)
- Emergency demolition at 555 Mary St accessory structure (CD-5)
- Emergency demolition at 736 S WW White Rd (CD-2)
- Property maintenance code case at 1715 Dawson St (CD-2)
- Six dilapidated structure cases: 667 Kendalia Ave, 319 Surrey Ave, 902 Saddlebrook Dr, 2734 Hicks Ave, 636 San Joaquin N
Planning Commission
The San Antonio Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider 19 subdivision plats, 3 comprehensive master plan amendments, a street name change, and appointments to its technical advisory committee. Staff recommends approval for most items, but recommends denial for two plan amendments. The meeting also includes a work session and public comment period.
- 19 subdivision plats, including Canyon View Unit 2, Sawyer Meadows-Unit 8, Langdon Unit 3, Cielo Villas, and Westpointe East Unit 33 Phase 5
- Plan amendment to change future land use from Low Density Residential to Community Commercial at 546 Menefee Blvd (staff recommends denial)
- Plan amendment to change future land use to Low Density Residential on 23.724 acres near SE Loop 410 (staff recommends approval)
- Plan amendment to change future land use from Low Density to Medium Density Residential at 2402 Monterey St (staff recommends denial)
- Street name change: Loma View to Dominion Vista (staff recommends approval)
Census Complete Count Committee
This is a meeting of the San Antonio Census Complete Count Committee. The agenda contains no specific action items, only the general purpose of discussing the 2020 Census outreach. It appears to be a procedural or planning meeting.
City Council Special Meeting
The San Antonio City Council is holding a special meeting on February 10, 2020, at 4:00 PM in the Municipal Plaza Building. The agenda includes only a recess into executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal issues under Texas Government Code Sections 551.074 and 551.071. No other items are listed for public discussion or action, making this a procedural meeting focused on closed-door deliberations.
- Executive session to deliberate appointment, evaluation, and duties of public officers (Texas Gov't Code 551.074)
- Executive session for legal consultation with attorney (Texas Gov't Code 551.071)
- Possible motion at 6:00 PM to continue, postpone, or reconvene the meeting
Disability Access Advisory Committee
The Disability Access Advisory Committee is meeting to approve January 2020 minutes, select a vice chair, review a draft letter of recommendation on communications access, and review 2020 goals. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Approval of January 2020 meeting minutes
- Vice Chair Selection
- Draft review of Communications Access letter of recommendation
- 2020 Goals Review
Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women
This is a regular meeting of the Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women. The agenda contains no specific items, only the general meeting notice.
Culture and Neighborhood Services Committee
The Culture and Neighborhood Services Committee will discuss a Council Consideration Request to establish a Renters Commission, receive a staff briefing on the Neighborhood Association & Community Organization Registration Policy, and discuss a monthly dashboard for art and neighborhood issues. The committee will also consider two development agreements for downtown projects, including one for up to $1,132,912 for 114 Main Plaza and one for up to $225,000 for the Weston Urban Open Space/Pinkerton's Barbecue project.
- Discussion of Council Consideration Request for a Renters Commission
- Briefing on Neighborhood Association & Community Organization Registration Policy
- Development agreement with Patio Delantero, Ltd. for up to $225,000 for Weston Urban Open Space/Pinkerton's Barbecue at 107 W. Houston Street
- Development agreement with 114 Main Plaza, LLC for up to $1,132,912 for redevelopment of 114 Main Plaza and patio license agreement
- Discussion on monthly dashboard and calendar of events for art and neighborhood issues
Planning and Land Development Committee
The Planning and Land Development Committee will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a development agreement for a $242,000 forgivable loan to build a 12-unit multi-family development with six units for households at or below 60% AMI. They will also receive briefings on a baby changing station ordinance, growth and annexation policy, and affordable housing recommendations. Consent agenda items include resolutions of no objection for two affordable housing tax credit applications.
- Development agreement with Terramark Interests, LLC for $242,000 forgivable loan for 12-unit multi-family development at Frio and El Paso Streets
- Briefing on amending City Code Chapter 10 to require baby changing stations in new or modified buildings
- Briefing on Growth and Annexation Policy Update
- Resolution of No Objection for Pedcor Investments' 192-unit Westview Apartments at 6460 Babcock Road
- Resolution of No Objection for SAHT Pan American LP's 100-unit Pan American Apartments rehabilitation at 143 NW 36th Street
Zoning Commission
The San Antonio Zoning Commission will hold a work session on the SA Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan and then vote on 15 zoning cases. These include requests to allow a carwash, historic landmark designations, infill development, and multifamily housing. Staff recommends approval for most, but denial for one case at 2914 Pleasanton Road.
- Carwash at 16525 Blanco Road (Z-2019-10700324)
- Historic landmark at 413 East Mistletoe Avenue (Z-2019-10700340)
- Infill development for 3 units at 415 Hays Street (Z-2019-10700298)
- Multifamily up to 300 units at 218 West Josephine Street (Z-2019-10700319)
- Denial recommended for 2914 Pleasanton Road (Z-2019-10700327)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on February 3, 2020, to consider 10 items, including one postponed request and nine variance/special exception applications. Staff recommends approval for five items, denial for three, and denial with an alternate recommendation for one. The agenda also includes approval of the January 13, 2020 meeting minutes.
- Postponed: 5' front setback variance for new building at 10603 West Avenue (Fernando De Leon)
- Special exception for one-operator beauty barber shop in single-family residence at 245 Isabel (Elva Laureano) — staff recommends approval
- 25' variance from 30' Type E landscaping bufferyard to allow 5' buffer at 811 Jackson Street (Durand-Hollis Rupe Architects) — staff recommends approval
- Variance for corrugated metal fence and Clear Vision standards at 1638 Santa Monica Street (Yma Luis) — staff recommends denial
- Variances for rear and side setbacks at 821 West Cypress Street (Francisco Rodriguez) — staff recommends approval
Quorum of the City Council of San Antonio
A quorum of the San Antonio City Council may be present at the San Antonio to Washington D.C. Trip, hosted by the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and partners, from February 3–6, 2020, at the Marriott Marquis DC. The agenda states that no official City action will be taken during this time, so the meeting is procedural only.
- Quorum presence at SA to DC 2020 trip, February 3–6, 2020
- Trip centered at Marriott Marquis DC, 901 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, D.C.
- Hosted by Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and partners
- No official City action to be taken
Westside Development Corporation
The Westside Development Corporation board will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including approving minutes, reviewing first quarter financials, and receiving a briefing on the FY 2018-2019 audit. The board will also hold an executive session on personnel matters, specifically a succession plan and candidate interview, followed by possible action to appoint an interim President and CEO.
- Discussion and possible action on WDC 1st quarter financials
- Briefing on WDC FY 2018-2019 Audit
- Executive session on succession plan and candidate interview for executive position
- Discussion and possible action to appoint an Interim President and CEO
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with numerous contracts and ordinances, including major infrastructure projects. Key items include three street maintenance contracts totaling $27.6 million, an airport airfield improvements package worth $7.7 million, and several housing and community development funding approvals.
- Three street maintenance contracts totaling $27,590,057.26 (Clark Construction, ACE CO)
- Airfield Improvements Package 6 at San Antonio International Airport: $7,691,662.96 construction contract with SpawGlass
- 11 replacement refuse collection trucks for Solid Waste Management: $2,143,854.00
- Affordable housing loan: $282,225 to SOJO Commons II, LP for 15 condos
- HUD funding amendments: $5,518,760 CDBG, $1,849,000 HOME, $2,874,000 Affordable Housing Fund
City Council B Session
The City Council will receive a briefing on the ConnectSA comprehensive transportation plan from its tri-chairs and VIA Metropolitan Transit's CEO. Later, a public hearing will consider a substantial amendment to the FY 2020 HUD Action Plan, allocating up to $6,478,760 in CDBG, $1,849,000 in HOME, and $182,001 in ESG funds. The agenda also includes possible executive sessions on economic development, real property, collective bargaining, litigation, and personnel matters.
- Briefing on ConnectSA comprehensive transportation plan
- Public hearing on FY 2020 HUD Action Plan amendment: up to $6,478,760 CDBG, $1,849,000 HOME, $182,001 ESG
- Possible executive session on economic development negotiations
- Possible executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Possible executive session on collective bargaining and litigation legal issues
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
This agenda contains only the meeting notice and posting information for the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation. No specific agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.
Head Start Policy Council
The Head Start Policy Council is meeting to consider approval of the 2018-2019 program self-assessment and annual reports, as well as the 2019-2020 recruitment plan. The council will also review family assessment outcomes and receive updates on federal guidance, including a notice of award and a memo on inclusion of children with disabilities.
- Approval of 2018-2019 Head Start Program Self-Assessment Report
- Approval of 2018-2019 Head Start Program Annual Report
- Review of 2019-2020 EHS-CCP Beginning of Year Family Assessment Outcomes
- Approval of 2019-2020 Head Start Program Recruitment Plan
- Discussion of ACF-PI-19-02 on administrative simplification for consolidating Head Start grants
Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board
The Linear Creekway Parks Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss the Linear Creekway Park Program, including a public art report on the Brazos St. neighborhood connection and a staff report on the development program. The agenda includes approval of minutes, citizens to be heard, board member reports, and announcements. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion on Linear Creekway Park Program
- Brazos St. neighborhood connection Public Art report by Natalie Manning
- Staff report on Linear Creekway Parks Development Program by Brandon Ross
- Citizens to be heard (3-minute speaking limit)
- Possible executive session on real property and legal issues
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes from October 2019, hear public comments, and take action on two items: a collaborative event with the San Antonio Parks Foundation and 2020 financial disclosure reports from city staff. The director's report will cover sales tax updates, tree maintenance at Brackenridge Park and Elmendorf Lake Park, and department event updates.
- Outside for All Collaborative Event with San Antonio Parks Foundation
- 2020 Financial Disclosure Reports from City Staff
- Approval of minutes from October 28, 2019 meeting
- Tree maintenance efforts at Brackenridge Park and Elmendorf Lake Park
- Sales tax updates
Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission
The San Antonio Fire Fighters' and Police Officers' Civil Service Commission will consider approving an eligibility list for Police Sergeant from a January 6, 2020 exam, and authorize a Fire Captain examination scheduled for March 13, 2020. They will also review appeals from police applicants, disciplinary suspensions, and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes routine items like approving study material lists and a list of psychiatrists.
- Approval of Police Sergeant eligibility list from January 6, 2020 exam
- Authorization to administer Fire Captain Examination on March 13, 2020 at Convention Center, 900 E. Market Street
- Approval of study material lists for Fire Engineer, Lieutenant, Captain, and District Chief exams (April 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021)
- Authorization for Probationary Firefighter Examination on March 13, 2020 at Fire Training Academy, 300 S. Callaghan Road
- Review of appeals from five SAPD applicants, including permanent disqualifications for false statements and criminal activity
Transportation Advisory Board
The Transportation Advisory Board will meet to consider several items, including a briefing on a proposed reorganization to become more multimodal, a discussion on wheelchair-accessible taxicab operations, and a discussion on maximum service years for taxicabs. The board will also approve its 2020 meeting schedule and consider a supplemental operating permit policy. Public comments are allowed.
- Briefing on TAB reorganization to become more multimodal
- Discussion on wheelchair accessible taxicab operations
- Discussion on maximum service years for taxicabs
- Approval of 2020 meeting schedule
- Briefing on supplemental operating permit policy
San Antonio Arts Commission
The San Antonio Arts Commission's Film Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 23, 2020, at 3:00 PM has been cancelled. The agenda, which included items on the Film Festival Funding Program and Local Filmmaker Grant Guidelines, is marked as cancelled, so no decisions or discussions took place at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled — no items were considered
- Agenda had included: Film Festival Funding Program (action item)
- Agenda had included: Local Filmmaker Grant Guidelines (briefing item)
Westside Development Corporation
The Westside Development Corporation's Executive Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on several items, including approval of meeting minutes, first quarter financials, the 2020 Gala, and the Loan & Grant program. They will also receive briefings on the FY 2018-2019 audit, the Westside Business Alliance Program, Opportunity Zone, CPS Energy Community Solar, the Los Musicales de San Anto mural, and developments at Basila Frocks and the Westside Education & Training Center. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters, including a succession plan and candidate interview.
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2019 meeting
- Discussion and possible action on WDC 1st quarter financials
- Discussion and possible action on WDC 2020 Gala
- Discussion and possible action on WDC Loan & Grant program
- Briefing on WDC FY 2018-2019 Audit
Planning Commission
The San Antonio Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several plats, comprehensive master plan amendments, major thoroughfare plan amendments, and a resolution to release about 899.28 acres of extraterritorial jurisdiction to the City of Converse. Staff recommends approval for most items, with one plan amendment (PA-2019-11600093) recommended for denial with an alternate recommendation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 8, 2020.
- Subdivision: The Ranch on Potranco (northwest of Potranco Road and Arcadia Path)
- Subdivision: Whisper Falls Unit 2C (southeast of US 90 West and Masterson Road)
- Subdivision: Bandera Tezel Commercial (southwest of Bandera Road and Tezel Road)
- Plan amendment: Heritage South Sector Plan change from 'Country Tier' to 'Agribusiness/RIMSE Tier' on 30.727 acres at 19635 Trumbo Road
- ETJ release: approximately 899.28 acres to City of Converse
Housing Commission
The San Antonio Housing Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and receive briefings on housing policy. The body may take action on the Risk Mitigation Fund and Right to Counsel Pilot, as well as a request for a Renter's Commission Council. Additionally, the Director will report on the City Housing Policy Implementation Plan and the San Antonio Housing Trust Assessment.
- Briefing and possible action on the Risk Mitigation Fund and Right to Counsel Pilot (Item 19-9041)
- Briefing and possible action on the Renter's Commission Council Consideration Request (Item 20-1066)
- Director's Report on City Housing Policy Implementation Plan and San Antonio Housing Trust Assessment (Item 20-1412)
- Approval of Minutes for November 20, 2019 Regular Meeting
Conservation Advisory Board
The Conservation Advisory Board will receive briefings and possibly act on recommendations for Proposition 1 water quality projects from the San Antonio River Authority, and hear updates on the Edwards Aquifer Protection Program and several conservation properties. The board will also discuss real property acquisitions in executive session and take action on proposed items. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.
- Briefing and possible action on Technical Advisory Committee recommendations for Proposition 1 Water Quality Projects
- Briefing on Edwards Aquifer Protection Program status
- Discussion and update on Smart, Jagge-Foley, Hilton, and Pouncy properties (The Nature Conservancy)
- Discussion and update on Graham, Chapman, and Gruendler properties (Green Spaces Alliance)
- Executive session to deliberate purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real property
SA2020 Commission on Education
The SA2020 Commission on Education is meeting to discuss and identify focus points and a mission statement for the commission. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and a moderated discussion on these topics. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Moderated discussion to identify focus points and mission statement (item 20-1368)
- Public comments
- Approval of minutes
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will consider approving the November 19, 2019 meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive briefings on the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit and the San Antonio Fire Department Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program. The committee may also discuss items for future meetings and could enter executive session.
- Approval of November 19, 2019 meeting minutes
- Briefing on SAPD Mental Health Unit
- Briefing on SAFD Mobile Integrated Healthcare Program
- Public comments
- Items for future meetings
Zoning Commission
The San Antonio Zoning Commission will hold a work session and regular meeting to consider 25 zoning cases, including rezonings, specific use authorizations, and a major update to the River North Master Development Pattern Plan's Transportation Design Plan. The commission will also elect officers and approve the December 17, 2019 minutes. Staff recommendations vary by case, with some approvals, denials, and approvals pending plan amendments.
- River North FBZD rezoning to update Transportation Design Plan on ~311 acres (Case Z-2019-10700332)
- Animal clinic specific use authorization at 7427 West Loop 1604 (Case Z-2019-10700269 S ERZD)
- Multi-family rezoning at 6460 Babcock Road (Case Z-2019-10700305)
- Manufactured housing district on 8.781 acres at 7975 Interstate 10 East (Case Z-2019-10700318)
- Mixed-use infill development at 218 West Josephine Street with up to 300 units (Case Z-2019-10700319)
City Council A Session
The San Antonio City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 16, 2020, starting at 9:00 AM. The agenda includes a consent agenda with numerous contracts, grants, and appointments, followed by public hearings on plan amendments and zoning cases at 2:00 PM. Key items include contracts for GPS units, traffic management software, police motorcycles, and airport wayfinding services, as well as several zoning changes and a plan amendment.
- Contract with E.J Ward, Inc. for GPS units in 320 vehicles, $445,452.00
- Contract with Intelight, Inc. for traffic management software, up to $2,181,494.69
- Contracts for 10 police patrol motorcycles, $249,572.25
- Lease amendment for Tuberculosis Clinic expansion, $62.39/month increasing to $76.85/month
- Zoning case Z-2019-10700187 for mixed-use development at 141 Jacobs, 143 Jacobs, 1714 and 1722 South Saint Mary’s Street
City Council B Session
The San Antonio City Council is meeting in B Session to receive briefings on the Pre-K 4 SA program and a staff compensation review. The agenda also includes several executive session items on legal, real estate, and personnel matters. No votes are scheduled; the session is informational and procedural.
- Briefing on Pre-K 4 SA program and 2020 considerations
- Briefing on City Council Staff Compensation Review and recommendations
- Executive session on economic development negotiations
- Executive session on real property purchase, exchange, lease, or value
- Executive session on collective bargaining and litigation legal issues
Historic and Design Review Commission
The Historic and Design Review Commission will review requests for changes to historic properties, including a proposal to demolish structures at 216/218 Wickes in the King William Historic District to build a parking lot. The consent agenda includes routine items like tax verifications and minor modifications, while individual consideration items include new construction and signage.
- Demolition of primary structure at 216/218 Wickes and construction of parking lot (B-17)
- Street name change from Savings St to Rodriguez (A-1)
- Construction of multi-story commercial structure at 646 S Flores St (A-2)
- Historic Landmark Designation recommendation for 214 Lotus St (B-16)
- New construction of 2-story single family structure at 311 Barrera (B-18)
Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women
This is the agenda for the Mayor's Commission on the Status of Women meeting on January 14, 2020. The agenda contains only the meeting date and posting information, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It appears to be a procedural placeholder.
Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board of Directors
The Early Childhood Education Municipal Development Corporation Board of Directors will meet to receive a CEO update on Pre-K 4 SA student registration, new partnership opportunities, and key considerations for 2020. The board will also consider scheduling its next meeting as a strategic planning retreat on January 28, 2020, at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with public comments and adjournment.
- CEO update on student registration, new partnership opportunities, and 2020 considerations
- Consideration of future meetings: strategic planning retreat on January 28, 2020, at San Antonio Botanical Gardens
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker on Pre-K related matters
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Intergovernmental Relations Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on a federal update covering Congressional advocacy, appropriations, and the SA to DC 2020 program; a briefing on the 86th State Legislature's Interim Charges; and renewal of an Interlocal Agreement between the City and twelve school districts. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Briefing and possible action on federal update: Congressional advocacy, appropriations, and SA to DC 2020
- Briefing and possible action on 86th State Legislature's Interim Charges
- Briefing and possible action on renewal of Interlocal Agreement between City of San Antonio and twelve school districts within its boundaries
- Approval of minutes from June 12, August 21, and October 14, 2019 meetings
- Next meeting scheduled for February 12, 2020
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee will consider two amendments to the Major Thoroughfare Plan, a component of the City of San Antonio Master Plan. The first proposes realigning Talley Road in western Bexar County, and the second proposes realigning Walzem Road and removing a segment of Binz-Engleman Road in northeast Bexar County. The committee will also approve minutes from a prior meeting and receive a director's report.
- Realign Talley Road from Old Talley Road to ~1,500 ft south of Cartwright Trail (staff recommends approval)
- Realign Walzem Road and remove proposed Binz-Engleman Road segment, keeping Walzem as Secondary Arterial Type A (86 ft right-of-way)
- Approval of minutes from October 21, 2019 meeting
- Reminder on holdover status for 2020 and update on PCTAC appointment
Disability Access Advisory Committee
The Disability Access Advisory Committee is meeting to approve September 2019 minutes, finalize a letter on adult chaining stations, review a communication access letter, set 2020 goals, and elect a new chair and vice-chair. No minutes were approved for November or December 2019 due to lack of quorum.
- Approval of September 2019 meeting minutes
- Finalize and approve Adult Chaining Stations letter or recommendation
- Review Communication Access letter of recommendation
- Selection of new Chair and Vice-Chair
- Committee goals for 2020
San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board
The San Antonio Higher Education Student Advisory Board met at Cafe College to conduct a moderated discussion aimed at identifying focus points and drafting the board's mission statement. The agenda included standard procedural items such as public comments and approving the next meeting date. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget decisions were listed on the agenda.
- Moderated discussion to identify focus points and mission statement
- Approval of next meeting date
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on 17 subdivision plats, 2 time extensions, and 6 comprehensive master plan amendments, with staff recommending approval on most items and denial on two plan amendments. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the December 11, 2019 meeting. All items are for consideration and action, with no final decisions made at this meeting.
- Plat approvals for Westpointe East, Kallison Ranch, Kinder Ranch, Luckey Ranch, Republic Creek, Copper Canyon, Cielo Villas, Waterwheel, Ackerman Gardens, Solana Ridge, Champions Landing, Alamo Ranch, St. Mary's Townhouse, St. Jerome's Church, Horizon Pointe, Marbach Lot 59, and Vine Street subdivisions
- Time extensions for Lotus Urban Townhomes East and West (3 years each)
- Plan amendment PA-2019-11600089: North Sector Plan change from Suburban to General Urban Tier at 6460 Babcock Road (staff recommends approval)
- Plan amendment PA-2019-11600091: Brooks Area Regional Center Plan change from Urban Mixed-Use to Regional Mixed-Use at 1003 Avondale Avenue (staff recommends denial)
- Plan amendment PA-2019-11600096: Nogalitos/South Zarzamora Community Plan change from Neighborhood to Regional Commercial at 3401-3407 Nogalitos Street (staff recommends denial)
Municipal Court Advisory Committee
The Municipal Court Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and interview applicants for two judicial positions: Night Magistrate and Presiding Judge. The committee may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters and legal issues related to these appointments.
- Approval of minutes from December 3, 2019 meeting
- Interview of judicial applicants for Night Magistrate position
- Interview of judicial applicants for Presiding Judge position
- Possible executive session on appointments and duties of Night Magistrate and Presiding Judge
Affirmative Action Advisory Committee
The San Antonio Affirmative Action Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers, approve a by-law change to its attendance rules to align with a 2019 city ordinance, and hold a working session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.
- Election of committee officers
- Approval of by-law change to Section VI, Meetings - f. Attendance, to match City Ordinance 2019-09-12-0717
- Working session