District 6 Councilmember Melissa Cabello Havrda commended the San Antonio City Council for approving the Fiscal Year 2025 budget on September 19, 2024, emphasizing its commitment to addressing community priorities. Following extensive resident input through surveys and town hall meetings, the budget focuses on critical areas such as infrastructure, public safety, and parks. Key allocations include $122 million for street improvements and $21. 5 million for sidewalks, aimed at enhancing local infrastructure. Additionally, funding for 65 new police officers and 15 new firefighters is included to bolster community safety and emergency response capabilities.

The budget also addresses homelessness with a substantial $44. 2 million investment in services, including prevention and outreach, and $117. 6 million dedicated to parks for maintenance and enhancements. A notable aspect of the budget is the historic contract agreement with the San Antonio Professional Firefighters Association, which received overwhelming support from union members. Councilmember Havrda expressed her appreciation for the collaborative efforts that shaped this budget, highlighting its potential to improve the quality of life for San Antonio residents.

She reaffirmed her commitment to prioritizing the needs of the community as they move forward.