Councilwoman Ramos asks for Southside community input

District 3 Councilwoman Jennifer Ramos wrote an op-ed in today's Express-News,

"Now as we approach a new bond cycle, I am looking forward to working with the residents of my district in addressing the needs, challenges and possibilities that exist for the Southside.

The 2012 bond is estimated to surpass the previous bond package with a total of $596 million to be used for large-scale, multi-phased projects that would otherwise take decades to fund and construct."

Read more: http://www.mysanantonio.com/community/southside/news/article/Community-input-essential-for-city-s-bond-program-1462770.php#ixzz1S5VuAo5u

Roadblock to Rejuvination on Roosevelt Avenue

Reporter Peter Holley of the Express-News writes about the motel lawsuit currently affecting three motels on Roosevelt Avenue (further south than our neighborhood) accused of being havens for prostitution and associated crime.  Holley interviews the owner of the Everkleen Motel, and city and law enforcement officials.

http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/local_news/article/Roadblock-to-rejuvenation-1000172.php#page-1

San Antonio River Improvement News

Design plans for the final two phases of the Mission Trails project were approved this week, bringing us all one step closer to an easy-to-find and easy-to-use route for vehicles, bikes, and pedestrians along the San Antonio River and between each of the Missions.

Read about the recent developments in the Express-News.

Also, a new community multimedia news organization, called NowCast, has sprung up in town, and they're featuring news about the River improvements in our neighborhood, and much more.

Visit the NowCast website, for words, video and news.

San Antonio River Authority and Archdiocese Reach Agreement on Sale of Property

The San Antonio River Authority (SARA) and the Archdiocese of San Antonio have reached an agreement for the sale of 11 ∏ acres that will be utilized in the Mission Reach Ecosystem Restoration and Recreation Project. Per the agreement, SARA will pay the Archdiocese $450,000 for the property and guarantee the Mission Concepcíon Multi-Sports Complex vehicle access to Theo Ave.

Responding to the day’s outcome, Father Martin Leopold, Moderator of the Curia for the Archdiocese of San Antonio said, "I am pleased that the mediation succeeded so quickly and that we can move forward in the same spirit of cooperation that has existed throughout this process. I am grateful for the goodwill effort and hard work on the part of both parties.”

“The San Antonio River Improvements Project has been under development for many years and SARA has represented the public interest in other similar routine property negotiations,” said Suzanne Scott, SARA’s General Manager. “The mediation process worked well as both parties negotiated in good faith and we were able to reach a mutually satisfactory agreement. We are pleased with the outcome and are ready to continue the construction of the Mission Reach project.”

A new look for South Presa?

A new look for South Presa?

Leila Walsh of WOAI reports on Councilwoman Jennifer Ramos' goal of rezoning Presa Street, similar to the way we added zoning to Roosevelt last year.

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Home on Yellowstone featured in SA Express-News

The Express-News featured a Roosevelt Park neighborhood home in the Spaces section this weekend. Check it out.

http://www.mysanantonio.com/life/Spaces_South_Side_home_near_southern_reach_of_river_is_a_haven_for_color_and_exotic_textiles.html

The former HEB site on Presa Avenue will soon be home to the District 5 One-Stop Senior Center. A Dollar General will also be moving into the building and will have a section of groceries. District 5 Councilman David Medina and District 3 Councilwoman Jennifer Ramos hope to build on this investment in our community to further develop the area and bring in other businesses that will serve all residents in the surrounding neighborhoods. Members of the Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Association addresssed City Council to convince them of the need for this facility in our area.

Residents reinvesting in Roosevelt Avenue

Jessica Flores reports on the recent Roosevelt Avenue Corridor Plan on the My San Antonio website.

Roosevelt Avenue Arsonist

KENS Channel 5 reports that the San Antonio Fire Department has run into a dead end investigating the arsonist believed responsible for over two dozen fires, burning down homes and businesses, mostly along or near Roosevelt Avenue.
http://www.kens5.com/news/stories/KENS20090716-Arson-Hunt-Needs-Help.4736eeb0.htm

Fire department investigators say they simply need more clues from the public to catch the person responsible. Their only person of interest is a Hispanic male ranging in height from 5-foot-5 to 5-foot-7. The person is believed to have burns to his left arm and left side of his neck.

If you have any clues in the fires, call Crime Stoppers at 224-STOP. There's a reward of up to $5,000.

2008 Year in Review

The Southside Reporter has published its Year in Review which briefly recaps the big news stories of the past year.

From the appointment of District 3 councilwoman Jennifer V. Ramos, to the San Antonio River Improvement project, to the Bikini Car Wash, to the closing of the Presa Street HEB, and everything in between, check out the article and remember the year that was...

http://www.clickitsa.com/content/view/25279/393/

HAPPY NEW YEAR!