City's Budget Signals Danger to San Antonio Finances
City budget and its revenue sources risk a collapse like a house of cards. Federal funds totaling $38.22 million, about 40 percent, include a $22.7 million CETA allotment aimed at hiring the unemployed. Without CETA, paychecks would fall and welfare costs rise, while departments add workers to sustain public services.
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City budget growth steadies while pension time bomb looms
The article notes a near 4.8 percent budget rise to about 443 million, funded mostly by property taxes and city revenues. It warns pension deficits could surge, forcing higher contributions or tax hikes, with CPS cash flows and military base dependence shaping San Antonio’s fragile財 future.
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Arts Alliance Board Hears TV Panelist
Texas Arts Alliance leaders meet in San Antonio to plan a year of programs. Kitty Carlisle Hart, TV panelist and New York Arts Council figure, urged plural funding and research on economic impacts to justify government support. New officers were elected, including Scarborough, Pippett, Swarte, Watson, and George.
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Kitty Carlisle Hart
Texas Arts Alliance
San Antonio
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New York Council of the Arts
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McNay Art Institute
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Houston
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Desist stance: Habitual criminals face life terms, not pleas
In a news conference, Atty Billwhite said three men were sentenced to life terms this week as his office rejects plea bargains for habitual criminals. He argued repeat offenders pose ongoing risk and deserve full punishment to deter further crime.
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Blood Drive Ends As Blood Bank Resumes Normal Hours
South Texas Regional Blood Bank returns to regular hours after a four day emergency drive. Executive director Arland R. Cook says staffing limits prevent extending marathon shifts and that despite receiving 250 units, the drive did not meet projected needs for eight counties served.
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Energy Fiesta Week Planned in San Antonio Events
San Antonio officials announce Energy Fiesta Week from Aug to Sept highlighting Cry Public Service Newenal power plant and Trinity University seminars on spray and coal energy. Mayor Lila Cockrell notes the week aims to attract national industrial participation and discuss energy shortages affecting Northeast businesses. Conference registration is $30 on the Trinity University campus with Ralph Thomas leading economic development efforts.
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San Antonio District Gains From State Aid Increase
The San Antonio School District will benefit from higher equalization aid under an $855 million statewide finance bill signed by the governor. Superintendent Hiald Hise said the district faces about $1.7 million in reduced local funding, but expects the state to cover most needs through increased equalization aid over two years. He noted the state should raise equalization and that local taxpayers will face less burden though overall funding remains tied to the current plan.
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Court Okays Justice Move In El Paso County Case
The Bexar County Commissioners moved Justice Rudy Esquivel from the county courthouse to the new detention center after a prior ruling. Esquivel, who challenged the move, lost his suit and the higher court upheld the decision on Friday.
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