Northwest Neighborhood Alliance

10/01/2026

This map was published in the San Antonio light in January 1941 to show the status of military access roads in the area, which was an important factor in early highway development in Bexar County. It's a great snapshot of the city's development at that time. Some things to note:

🔹 The map shows the first annexation beyond the original 6x6 mile square San Antonio city limits. That first annexation occurred in May 1940 and took in the Monticello Park and Los Angeles Heights neighborhoods.

🔹 The city had just acquired the land for what is now San Antonio International Airport.

🔹 Two sections of the Harry Wurzbach (Military) Highway were under construction: the southern leg (today's Harry Wurzbach Rd.) and northern leg (today's NW Military Hwy.) The section in between (now part of Loop 410) was still pending construction; it would be built around 1943.

🔹 Loop 13/Military Dr. through what's now Lackland AFB was pending construction. It also would be built around 1943.

🔹 Loop 13/Military Dr. alongside Brooks was under construction.

🔹 The eastern segment of Loop 13 -- part of which is now I-35/Loop 410, and the rest WW White Rd. -- was pending construction. The section south of US 90 was completed in 1946, with the section north of there to the former community of Fratt (now the location of Cowboys Dance Hall) initially opening around 1954.

🔹 It was planned for Loop 13 to continue north from its current end at US 90 near Lackland and arc northeast to Vance Jackson Rd. This was shifted westward by 1954 (and now is Loop 410) after it was determined that Military Dr. on the South Side was too hemmed-in by development to be upgraded to a freeway.

🔹 A connecting road was planned from the WW White/SE Military intersection south to US 181. This was never built.

🔹 A project was planned on Goliad Rd. from Brooks north into the city, but I have no details on what was planned there.

🔹 The expansion of what's now General McMullen Dr. (then Stephenson Rd.) was already planned by this time, as was extending it to SW Military. The expansion from Culebra Rd. to Kelly was finally constructed in 1954, but the extension was never built.

🔹 Improvements were planned for Bandera Rd. from the city limits to its junction with Evers Rd. At this time, Bandera still ran along the section of Evers between Benrus to just inside Loop 410 before it hooked to the west. It was re-aligned along its present-day route from Benrus to Wurzbach around 1950. I found an old newspaper article from 1940 indicating that the road between San Antonio and Helotes was still in its original unimproved condition, which consisted of a packed caliche roadbed, so this appears to be the first project to upgrade and pave it.

What other interesting things do you spot on this map?

09/27/2026

The next meeting of the Northwest Neighborhood Alliance is scheduled Wednesday, NOVEMBER 4th, at 7 pm in the Braun Station West Clubhouse, 8630 Tezel Road.

Adjourn 8:30 pm time certain (when/if possible).

FEATURED SPEAKER: San Antonio D6 Councilman Galvan

UPDATES: Information as may be available from those attending.

Hope you will be able to attend. Please bring a neighbor or two with you. Membership not required!

Also, please share this email reminder with others. All are welcome to attend!!

08/24/2026

The next meeting of the Northwest Neighborhood Alliance is scheduled Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 2nd, at 7 pm in the Braun Station West Clubhouse, 8630 Tezel Road.

Adjourn 8:30 pm time certain (when/if possible).

FEATURED SPEAKER: Nic Maloukis, Site Superintendent, Government Canyon State Natural Area

UPDATES: Information as may be available from those attending

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08/20/2026

08/16/2026

Posted as a public service.

Has your license plate been run through a Flock camera system? A new website lets drivers search public records: http://www.kens5.com/article/news/nation-world/have-i-been-flocked-site-lets-drivers-find-out-if-they-have-been-searched/507-43a1373f-969e-48a1-9377-d866ae88b209?tag1=kensshare

(AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

08/15/2026

San Antonio’s 2027 budget is projected to be $4.4 Billion. That’s after balancing a two-year deficit of $158 Million. But how did the city make it happen?

- A property tax increase,
- New and increased fees,
- Reducing spending.

Here’s a high-level overview and quick breakdown for 2027:

1. Property Taxes are increasing about 2 cents per $100 valuation.

That’s about $36 per year for homes valued at $230,000. It’s complex but the city is using an unused allocation from previous years that’s allowed by the state. It’s the first tax rate increase in 33 years.

2. Spending reductions: There’s about $40 million in cuts.

That includes eliminating 101 city jobs (about half are vacant; staff in filled positions will be moved to other roles or offered an exit), There’s also a bunch of consolidations like closing some part-time senior nutrition centers that saw only single digit daily usage and moving them to other larger centers.

3. Fee increases:

The city is adding $15 million worth of fees to existing services.

Here’s a few:

- Maximum Alamodome Parking will go from $60 to $75

- A new $20 non-resident annual fee will be added to the San Antonio Library for people who don’t live in the city limits

- Fiesta event organizers will now need to share half of the SAPD costs for their events.

- Long-Term Airport Parking will go from $16 per day to $20 per day

- Event Parking: City Tower, Market Square, and other lots will go from a $15 cap to a $30 cap.

- Short-Term Rental Operator Permits (AirBnB etc) - Some types of permits will go from $450 to $1,000.

- Uber / Lyft fees at the Airport: Ride fees at the airport will go from $2.50 to $5 per ride.

- Credit Card Surcharge Fee: A 3% fee will be added to credit card purchases at city departments.

- Residential trash pickup: Cart costs per month will increase 75 cents.

This is not an exhaustive list but a few of the increases.

The council will vote on the budget in September.

Source: J Palacios

08/01/2026

MONTHLY MEETING - AUGUST 5th, 7 pm

The next meeting of the Northwest Neighborhood Alliance is scheduled for Wednesday, AUGUST 5th, at 7 pm in the Braun Station West Clubhouse, 8630 Tezel Road. Adjourn 8:30 pm time certain (when/if possible).

FEATURED SPEAKER: TBA

UPDATES: Information as may be available from those present.
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07/31/2026

SAD NEWS FOR OUR NEIGHBORS

NEWSRELEASE: Letter from the Braun Station West CIA President

Dear Neighbors,

I am sad to report that the Nuestra Tierra Project received the 9% tax incentive from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). The apartment project has received approval and necessary funding. Construction is slated to start in April 2027, and should be completed by the end of October 2028.

I would like to express my great appreciation to Brittany and Evan Garza, David and Mary Martinez, James Stopper, Alice Worthington, Laura Butterfield, and Heather Tristan. These folks sacrificed their time, effort, and their own funds to attend meetings, set up the electronic opposition petition, distribute notices, and keep us all informed. Thank you to all who took the time to sign the electronic petition in opposition to the project.

Jonnie McCart
BSW President

06/24/2026

HAPPY 4th of JULY

The July monthly meeting has been cancelled to allow everyone to relax and enjoy our National Birthday cellebration.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA!

06/24/2026

SHORT TEM RENTALS AND THE 4th of JULY

The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times of year for short-term rentals in our neighborhoods, which can mean more late-night noise and crowded streets. Here is what to know if a rental near you gets out of hand.

Every short-term rental inside city limits must have a city permit, and that number has to be posted in the Airbnb or VRBO listing. No permit means it is operating illegally.

To report a problem:
• Unpermitted or problem rental: Call 311 or file online at 311.sanantonio.gov. You can stay anonymous.
• Noise, parties, or parking: Call SAPD's non-emergency line at 210-207-7273 and ask for a case number.