The City of San Antonio has officially begun conducting its annual survey for feedback on the upcoming Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Budget.
You might be wondering how the seventh-largest city in the US can agree on how to spend over ~$3 billion in funds (based onFY 2022 adopted budget).
We think it’s safe to say that you’re probably not a-loan. That’s why we’re breaking down what goes into the city’s budget adoption process — after all, knowledge is priceless.
Take your ideas for local government to new perspectives. | 📸 :@skylinedronetx
⏰ Time(line) is money
The City of San Antonio has updated its website with a budget calendar that has laid out its timeline for adoption. Here are important dates to keep in mind:
Thurs., June 30 | Survey close date
Month of July | Budget recommendations reviewed by City Manager and staff.
Thurs., Aug. 11 | City Manager presents FY 2023 proposed operating and capital budget + tax rates to city council.
Month of August | Community input on the proposed budget is gathered. Date, time, and location are decided for two tax rate public hearings + two budget public hearings.
Wed., Aug. 31 | First public hearing held
Thurs., Sept. 8 | Second public hearing held
Thurs., Sept. 15 | City council considers FY 2023 Annual Operating and Capital Budget + Ad Valorem Tax Rate ordinances as well as revenue adjustments adoption (i.e. CoSA votes).
Did you know that last year’s SATX budget was less than ATX‘s? | 📸 :@sharonmccutcheon
💸 Let’s cash you up to speed
No, unfortunately money doesn’t grow on our beautiful cypress trees. Here’s a quick breakdown of the biggest contributors (based on last year’s budget):
$410.3 million — Current property tax
$361.2 million — CPS Energy
$336.5 million — City sales tax
$221.3 million — “Other”
$30 million — American Rescue Plan
Before you know it, we’ll have next year’s total budget. SATX residents still have less than two weeks to offer their feedback on this survey.
Make sure to stay up to date on other opportunities for feedback + meetings on SASpeakUp.
Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom | Mon., June 20 | 2 p.m. | Tobin Center | Free | Watch a screening of this unscripted documentary that shares the history behind Juneteenth. 🎥
Juneteenth Run | Mon., June 20 | 7 p.m. | Weathered Souls Brewing Co. | Free | Support this local, Black-owned brewery + join a three-mile night run hosted by Fleet Feet SA + HOKA Footwear. 👟
Tuesday
Tony Parker’s Heroes and Villains | Now-Sun., Sept. 4 | Times vary | San Antonio Museum of Art | $5+ | See life-size sculptures of the superheroes and villains who have entertained us for decades. 🦸
Wednesday
Colbie Caillat | Wed., June 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Charline McCombs Empire Theatre | $35+ | Jam out to this award-winning artist celebrating the 15th anniversary of her album, “COCO.” 🎙️
Thursday
Benny Benassi | Thurs., June 23 | 9 p.m. | 1902 Nightclub, 1174 E. Commerce St. | $30 | Head to St. Paul Square for a night of partying all while watching this house music legend hit the stage. 🔊
Friday
Alamo City Studios Film Mixer | Fri., June 24 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Alamo City Studios | Free | Update that resume and check out this networking event for all of those interested in working in the entertainment industry. 🎬
Saturday
San Antonio Gunslingers | Sat., June 25 | 2 p.m. | Freeman Coliseum | $20+ | Grab your friends and cheer on our local football team during the 2022 National Arena League season. 🏈
Sunday
3rd Annual Centro Family Pride Day | Sun., June 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Madison Square Park | Free | Enjoy this family-friendly Pride celebration in the heart of the city. 🌈
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Medina Valley ISD is growing with the addition of Silos Elementary School. Construction on the $34 million project is slated to begin in August with completion for May 2024. See the exterior rendering on local design firm Garza/Bomberger & Associates’ website. ✏️
Arts
After nearly 82 years, the San Antonio Symphony has announced its dissolution, initiating bankruptcy proceedings effective immediately. You can continue to support the Musicians of the San Antonio Symphony by donating via the MOSAS performance fund.
Announced
Four new bars are slated to open at 901 N. Alamo St. around the end of the year. Entrepreneurs Wade Nguyen and Rouhi Alameddine are planning to transform a cluster of buildings downtown into a new entertainment hub with a “San Antonio style.” 🍺 (SA Heron)
Closing
There’s only one month left to check out Ruby City’s inaugural installation, Waking Dream. Kathryn Kanjo will host a farewell virtual walkthrough of the exhibition on Thurs., June 23 at 5 p.m following a brief closure of the main galleries for reinstallation. 🖼️
Biz
Two SATX-based companies have landed on Fortune’s list of25 Best Large Workplaces in Texas. NuStar Energy L.P. and banking giant USAA have both landed a spot — see the full list. 💼
Coming Soon
A new Japanese restaurant, Yuko, will make its debut at The Eilan Hotel Resort & Spa near La Cantera. The restaurant will renovate an existing office space at 17803 La Cantera Terrace, Ste. 1101. Construction is expected to be completed in January 2023. ⛩️ (San Antonio Business Journal)
Eat
Spanish-inspired, SATX-based Toro Kitchen and Bar is set to receive an interior remodel at its original Stone Oak location at 115 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 1100. Renovations are slated to begin next month with projected completion at the end of September. 🇪🇸
Real Estate
We’re looking for the biggest, largest, and strangestlistings in the 210. Do you know any realtors wanting to share some unique real estate in San Antonio? Let us know.
Number
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Editor’s pick: I can’t wait to check out head over to Nékter Juice Bar at 5920 Broadway for its grand opening on Sat,, June 25. The new juice stop will be open that weekend from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. + offering BOGO discounts.
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