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Published on June 25, 2026<\/p>\n
SAN ANTONIO (June 25, 2026) \u2014<\/strong> Today, City Council Districts 1, 5, and 7 filed a three-signature memo requesting a special meeting to discuss the development of a framework and community input process related to the $75 million Community Benefits Agreement and other definitive documents for the new Spurs Arena.<\/p>\n While contractual negotiations are scheduled to be finalized by the end of the year, this request is for further discussion regarding the Community Benefits Agreement and broader community benefits. This special meeting illustrates the public\u2019s meaningful role in the process before the definitive agreements are signed.<\/p>\n The memo was filed in response to ongoing calls from the public for more community involvement and the Community Benefits Agreement Oversight Commission Council Consideration Request filed in December 2025 by District 1 Councilmember Sukh Kaur.<\/p>\n \u201cAs the City considers a $489 million investment in the Sports & Entertainment District, San Antonio residents deserve a clear and meaningful role in determining how the community benefits will serve our neighborhoods,\u201d said District 5 Councilmember Teri Castillo. \u201cIt\u2019s our responsibility to ensure this project delivers on real community benefits for the people who call San Antonio home, in addition to supporting sectors like affordable housing and workforce opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAs the Sports & Entertainment District moves forward, San Antonio residents deserve an impactful voice in shaping how community benefits are delivered,\u201d said District 1 Councilmember Dr. Sukh Kaur. \u201cThis agreement must ensure tangible outcomes for San Antonio residents. Our neighbors have voiced priorities such as affordable housing, workforce development, and early childcare. By establishing a clear framework and robust public input process now, we can build trust, strengthen accountability, and ensure that community priorities help shape the benefits that will impact generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cThe priorities of our community are my priority, and right now we have a real chance to deliver on them,\u201d said District 7 Councilmember Marina Alderete-Gavito. \u201cThe Spurs committed $75 million to our city, and we owe it to residents to put that money to work. That starts with a clear plan shaped by our neighbors.\u201d<\/p>\n The special meeting request is requested before August 7.<\/p>\n