Bond Program Planning
Summary
The city is gearing up for the 2027 bond cycle, which will fund crucial street, bridge, and sidewalk upgrades across San Antonio neighborhoods. Community committees will help decide which projects make the final cut for voters.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 3
Discussed at 3 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
Will shape the multi-million dollar 2027 bond package presented to San Antonio voters.
San Antonio residents and drivers who will see improved neighborhood streets, bridges, and sidewalks.
Taxpayers could face higher property tax bills if the city adopts a flexible tax rate strategy to support a larger bond program during periods of slower property value growth.
Mentions & discussions (14)
Streets, Bridges and Sidewalks Advisory Board - Oct 6, 2026
The city is gearing up for the 2027 bond cycle, which will fund crucial street, bridge, and sidewalk upgrades across San Antonio neighborhoods. Community committees will help decide which projects make the final cut for voters.
City Council Special Session - Sep 30, 2026
The City is gearing up for its next major bond program to fund infrastructure improvements across San Antonio. Residents will have opportunities to weigh in on how funds are distributed across categories like streets, drainage, parks, and affordable housing.
San Antonio has identified $5.8 billion in improvement projects. It may only have $442 million in the 2027 bond.
Some San Antonio leaders want to aim for more money for streets, parks and drainage through the 2027 bond. But there's a catch.
City Council Budget Work Session - Sep 2, 2026
City leaders are debating whether to keep the property tax debt service rate steady at 21 cents for a modest $450 million bond program or adopt a flexible rate to fund a larger $1.2 billion package.
Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Advisory Board - Aug 3, 2026
The city is rolling out a new scoring system to decide which road and sidewalk projects get fixed first. This helps ensure tax dollars are spent on the most critical repairs.
Storm Water Management Advisory Board - Jul 28, 2026
The city is starting the process to decide which drainage and flood control projects will be funded in the 2027 bond. This is a big deal for neighborhood safety and how our tax money is used to fix flooding issues.
San Antonio Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting - Jul 22, 2026
The library is setting the ground rules for how they will choose and rank projects for the 2027 bond. This will determine which library branches get upgrades or new features in the coming years.
Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Advisory Board - Jul 9, 2026
The city is working on major street and sidewalk repairs funded by the 2022 Bond. This meeting helps ensure those projects stay on track and that the budget for next year is spent wisely.
City Council B Session - May 13, 2026
The city is starting to plan its next major infrastructure investment. This will decide which streets, parks, and facilities get fixed or built over the next five years.
Streets, Bridges, and Sidewalks Advisory Board - May 4, 2026
The board reviewed the progress of current infrastructure projects funded by the 2022 bond program and discussed potential plans for a new 2027 bond program. This impacts how city infrastructure like roads and sidewalks will be funded and improved in the coming years.
Housing Commission (Regular) - Apr 16, 2026
Updates were provided on how the city is engaging the public on its affordable housing bond initiatives, which could lead to new funding for housing projects.
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 38 - Somerset Grove - Feb 24, 2026
The board is deciding whether to approve a significant payment to Lennar Homes for past development expenses. This decision directly impacts the financial commitments of the TIRZ and the progress of development projects.
Transportation and Infrastructure Committee - Feb 3, 2026
Updates on the 2017 and 2022 Bond Programs show the progress of various infrastructure projects across the city, with many still active in design or construction phases.
City Council B Session - Jan 21, 2026
The city's bonding capacity for future infrastructure projects has decreased significantly, impacting the ability to fund necessary improvements. Council is exploring different scenarios and strategies to maximize available funds while balancing community needs and taxpayer impact.
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