Councilwoman Gonzales Ends Tenure as Chair of Transportation Committee
May 28, 2021 - San Antonio
End of an era. “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and of the work we’ve done to lay the groundwork for a better, safer and more equitable transportation system for the city,” said District 5 Councilwoman Shirley Gonzales, who has reached the end of her term limit. Photo: Jade Esteban Estrada.
By Jade Esteban Estrada, Staff Writer | San Antonio Sentinel
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
- District 5 Councilwoman Shirley Gonzales presided over the final meeting of her tenure as chair of the City’s Transportation Committee on Friday
- Gonzales said the work done regarding Vision Zero will be transformational for all of San Antonio
On Friday, four-term Councilwoman Shirley Gonzales presided over the final meeting of her tenure as chair of the City of San Antonio’s Transportation Committee.
“It’s been an honor to lead the City’s transportation,” she said in a statement on Friday. “I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and of the work we’ve done to lay the groundwork for a better, safer and more equitable transportation system for the city.”
The West Side representative also thanked City Manager Erik Walsh for creating the new Transportation Department and for bringing Tomika Monterville on board to be at the helm.
“The work done regarding Vision Zero, complete streets, and safe streets is and will be transformational for all of San Antonio and [I] urge my colleges to continue the work we’ve started and guide us on the road to a better city,” she added.
Gonzales’ successor on San Antonio City Council will be decided in a June 5 runoff. Neighborhood leader Rudy Lopez and housing advocate Teri Castillo are the two candidates vying for the seat.
Jade Esteban Estrada is a staff writer for the San Antonio Sentinel, where he covers public health and other citywide issues. jade@sasentinel.com | Twitter: @getjaded