Commissioner Clay-Flores’ CommentsWith your support, we will continue to make Precinct 1 the place we live, work, pray, play, serve, and have access to all facets that our constituents need. This is part of what makes Precinct 1 our home that we all enjoy and love. From touring construction of San Pedro Creek in Southtown, to filtering calls about the long enduring Talley Rd construction on the Northwest part of the Precinct, from supporting our local military veterans and events, to working with law enforcement and McDuff the Crime Dog, from attending the opening of a new ESD 6 (Emergency Services District) in Sandy Oaks, to speaking at neighborhood association/HOA meetings at Del Webb in Alamo Ranch and throughout our Precinct, we are busy advocating for you. As it is still early in my term, we are building our database of neighborhood associations/HOAs to attend. If you'd like for me to visit yours, please contact us.
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 Commissioner Clay-Flores at Military Reception
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 National Night Out with McGruff the Crime Dog and Officers
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 Talley Rd Project Site
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The County budget was just passed, and I wanted to make sure that we were able to add extra positions for our County Constables. We also supported funding to keep Deputy Sheriff patrol officers in our neighborhoods. I’m really excited that we budgeted $17 million for our Precinct 1 Parks and Civic Center. Also included in the budget is a ten year plan for a total of $227 million for flood control, roads, creeks and trails in our Precinct.
This newsletter is a summer/fall edition, and will close with staff recognition and contact info for the Precinct 1 team. Please reach out to get to know us, as we continue to get to know you through neighborhood association/HOAs, community events, calls, emails, and social media. Please keep in touch and let's keep wearing our masks. Thank you!
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 Commissioner Clay-Flores with Mariachis after receiving her Johnson & Johnson vaccine
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Cinco de Mayo Vaccination ClinicCommissioner Clay-Flores hosted a COVID-19 vaccination community event at the University Health Zarzamora Clinic on the South Side. On May 5th, which happens to be the Commissioner’s birthday, healthcare workers administered the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Attendees celebrated receiving their vaccine and Cinco de Mayo with vegan tamales, birthday cake, the Spurs Hype Squad, and were serenated by Mariachi Las Alteñas. We want to thank our sponsor, Linebarger Attorneys At Law (Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP).
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 University Health System - Zarzamora Clinic
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It was important to Commissioner Clay-Flores to support, and herself receive, the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in order to assure constituents that it was safe. Upon getting her shot she exclaimed, “I feel great!” Since the event, the fully vaccinated percentage of the eligible Bexar County population has climbed to 76.1% as of October 27, 2021. This is good news. We are in a better place, as cases are also showing a slight decline. Nevertheless, keep wearing your mask, and let's continue to protect our loved ones and those with whom we come in contact. COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are available for the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine recipients who have completed their first series of vaccines at least 6 months ago. According to the CDC, those that can receive the booster are 65 years and older, or are 18 years old who live in long-term care or high-risk settings, have underlying medical conditions, or work in high-risk settings. For locations of where to receive booster shots, see the listing at University Health System website https://www.universityhealthsystem.com/health-wellness/coronavirus-covid19/vaccine.
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$20,000 Allocation for Juneteenth Celebration and Official County HolidayJuneteenth (commemorating the emancipation of slaves) has long been celebrated in the African-American community, but this holiday has remained overlooked by many Americans. Commissioner Clay-Flores secured approval for $20,000 to the Dream Big Scholarship Fund for their second Annual Juneteenth Community Block Party/Fair and scholarship program. The event is held in downtown San Antonio and aims to connect the community with vital opportunities and resources ranging from education and business to health and wellness. In addition to those resources, attendees of this year’s festivities enjoyed live music, over 70 food vendors, and multiple inflatable bounce houses. Furthermore, Commissioner Clay-Flores advocated for Juneteenth as a County holiday. It is a great feat that it was passed this past month at Commissioner's Court, and next year Juneteenth will officially be a Bexar County holiday!
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Celebrations of Traditions
Pow Wow We were honored to be one of the sponsors for the “Celebrations of Traditions Pow Wow” this past summer. It was a fun family day at Mission Park II and free to the community! What a great event to learn and share about American Indian traditions and culture. In addition to taking in the traditional dances, admiring the beautiful regalia, and meeting new friends, there was also an opportunity to shop the crafts-work available for purchase. And let's not forget the tasty fry bread! If you have not been to this celebration, please visit the United San Antonio Pow Wow website for information on future events!
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Fiesta Medal Food DriveCommissioner Clay-Flores and her team kicked off Fiesta with a food drive in exchange for our Fiesta medal at the Precinct 1 Satellite Office on Pleasanton Rd. We received enough non-perishable items to fill over 20 boxes. The Spurs Coyote also came to bring some Fiesta cheer to those that were stopping by with their donations! It was a great opportunity for the community to participate in helping donate food to our children and families in the neighboring ISD schools. The food donations were given to the South San CareZone Pantry and the South Side ISD pantry. Thanks to Acadian Ambulance Service for sponsoring the medals.
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Nutrition Bingo!August kicked off with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension from Bexar County presenting a fun event at the Precinct 1 satellite office. They had Nutrition Bingo available for all to participate. Attendees not only won prizes, but also received helpful tips and nutrition facts while playing Nutrition Bingo! There was a yummy cooking demonstration and attendees took home a goody-bag with the ingredients and recipe to try at home. Thanks to the AgriLife Extension staff for providing this educational, nutritious, and fun event!
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A second Nutrition Bingo was held at the Commander's House Adult and Senior Center and was also a blast! Be on the lookout for future "Stress Less with Mindfulness" classes and other topics from Texas A&M AgriLife. For more information, visit the commissioner's Facebook page or call our office at 210-355-2611. You may also reach Ashley Hernandez at A&M AgriLife at 210-631-0400. |
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Precinct 1 Staff Recognition
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South San Superintendent's Seize the Future Award RecipientEvery year South San ISD recognizes outstanding residents in our community who exemplify good citizens. This past July, South San ISD Superintendent Dr. Marc Puig and Board President Ernesto Arrellano Jr. presented Genevieve Trinidad with the Superintendent Seize the Future award during their school board meeting. As a graduate of South San, Genevieve has never forgotten her alma mater and her community, where she continues to stay active and volunteers where needed. As the Senior Planning and Field Office Director for Commissioner Clay-Flores, Genevieve shows up to work every day ready to serve constituents and always carries a positive attitude no matter the situation. Congratulations Genevieve!!
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Presidio La Bahia Book AwardArt Martinez de Vara, General Counsel and Policy Adviser for Commissioner Clay-Flores, is also a historian and the author of Tejano Patriot: The Revolutionary Life of Jose Francisco Ruiz, 1783 – 1840. Art has won several awards for his latest book including the Presidio La Bahia Book Award, the TOMFRA Book Award, and a Publication Citation from the San Antonio Conservation Society. Art is also a resident of Precinct 1, serving Texas as an attorney and as former Mayor of Von Ormy. Congratulations Art, and we look forward to reading your next book!
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Jaden Gabriel, InternThis past summer, we were very fortunate to add native San Antonian, Jaden Gabriel, as an intern on our team. After completing his freshman year at Fordham University in New York City, he returned home to fulfill his civic duty as a public servant of Bexar County in our Precinct 1 Office. He is in his sophomore year back in NYC, but we hope to see him again soon this winter!
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Welcome, Geremy Landin!We want to welcome Geremy Landin to the Office of Commissioner Clay-Flores' team. Geremy is the Equity and Social Advocacy Director for Precinct 1, and he is also your go to person if you want to schedule a meeting with Commissioner Clay-Flores. Geremy is a candidate for a master's degree in public history at St. Mary's University, and on his time off, he enjoys photography and singing boleros. We are excited about the experience and knowledge he brings to serve Precinct 1. Geremy.Landin@bexar.org
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Have a question regarding the overall
administration of the Commissioner’s office?
Contact our Chief of Staff Frankie Gonzales-Wolfe at Frankie.Gonzales-Wolfe@bexar.org.
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As Special Projects and Operations Director, Marcus Primm assesses the needs of Precinct 1 and finds ways to contribute to the big picture by ensuring daily operations run smoothly and as efficiently as possible. You can reach him at Marcus.Primm@bexar.org.
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Are you in Precinct 1 and have a constituent related issue you’d like to share with the Commissioner’s office? Please reach out to our Outreach and Technology Director, Patty Hernandez at Patty.Hernandez@bexar.org. |
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For senior citizen resources, call or stop by and visit our Satellite Office. Genevieve Trinidad is the Senior Planning and Field Office Director and can be reached at Genevieve.Trinidad@bexar.org. |
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We are working diligently to develop public policies that are forward thinking, innovative and beneficial to all of Precinct 1.
If you have an idea, please share it with Art Martínez de Vara, as the General Counsel in Policy at Art.Martinezdevara@bexar.org. |
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Community Resources and Reminders |
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Two days left to EARLY VOTE! On the ballot - Joint Constitutional Amendments, General, Special and Bond Election. Runoff Special Election for Texas HD 118 (select voting sites only). Visit the Elections website to find information and resources for the election!
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