DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Community Development
DEPARTMENT HEAD: John M. Dugan, Director
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: City wide
SUBJECT:
Mayor's Task Force on Preserving Dynamic and Diverse Neighborhoods
SUMMARY:
Consideration of the following items related to the Mayor's Task Force on Preserving Dynamic and Diverse Neighborhoods:
A. A Resolution accepting the Mayor's Task Force on Preserving Dynamic and Diverse Neighborhoods Report
B. An Ordinance establishing the San Antonio Housing Commission and approving the composition of the Commission to be appointed by the Mayor
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The Mayor's Task Force on Preserving Dynamic and Diverse Neighborhoods was established on July 11, 2014 with a specific charge to identify policies and programs that encourage investment in inner city neighborhoods but minimize or prevent displacement of people or adverse impacts related to history, culture, and quality of life of unique neighborhoods. The Task Force is comprised of community advocates, academics, non-profit housing partners, developers, and elected officials.
The Task Force, chaired by Mayor Taylor, has held a total of fifteen (15) meetings since October 2014, all of which have been open to the public. Additionally, four (4) community meetings were held between March 18 and April 1, 2015 at locations within the central city to gather input from community members. All materials were translated into Spanish and simultaneous English/Spanish translation was provided at three of four meetings. Citizens reviewed task force recommendations and provided input during these community meetings. Meeting materials were also posted online and comments collected online and via email.
Members of the Task Force developed short- and long-term recommendations that focus on providing tools and policies to achieve the following goals:
* Strengthen the fabric of our existing neighborhoods so current homeowner...
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