San Antonio‘s $150 Million Affordable Housing Bond—approved by voters four years ago—has already helped create or preserve more than 3,100 homes across the city, and the work isn’t finished.
According to the city’s program update, another 1,100 homes are currently under construction and 970 more are in development. The 2022 Affordable Housing Bond targets five areas: homeownership rehab and preservation, rental rehab and preservation, new rental production, permanent supportive housing, and new homeownership opportunities.
Neighborhood and Housing Services Director Veronica Garcia called the milestone a moment to reflect on what voters made possible.
“As we mark the fourth anniversary of the Affordable Housing Bond, it’s important to recognize what has been accomplished thanks to San Antonio voters,” Garcia said. “Demonstrating the Bond’s impact and how funds have been distributed is critical as we continue making housing investments across the community.”
Where to show up and weigh in
The city is hosting open-house-style community sessions at libraries, senior centers, and community spaces through mid-June. The full schedule is available on the city’s bond program page.
Upcoming stops include the Bob Ross Senior Center (2219 Babcock Road), Robinette Community & Senior Center (1423 South Ellison Drive), Guerra Branch Library (7978 West Military Drive), Maverick Library (8700 Mystic Park), and the Harvey E. Najim Family YMCA (3122 Roosevelt Avenue).
Housing Commission Public Engagement and Outreach Subcommittee Chair Abe Abraham said community input is as important as the spending itself.
“Affordable housing is for everyone, and it’s essential that every voice has the opportunity to be heard,” Abraham said.
The city plans to release a late-summer public report summarizing what it heard. Virtual sessions are also expected—details to be announced.
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