Feb 18 2025 42 mins
In this episode of "Beyond the Bite,” host Eddie Aldrete welcomes back San Antonio Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia. The conversation begins with an update on Dr. Rocha Garcia's father's health, following his diagnosis with Alzheimer's. Rocha Garcia talks about the support she receives from her extended family and shares a touching story about how her son helps care for her father by handling daily tasks and medication. This introduction sets the stage for discussing the balancing act between personal commitments and political aspirations, as Garcia previously expressed interest in running for mayor.
Councilwoman Rocha Garcia elaborates on her political journey and recent campaign activities, including a campaign kickoff event held on February 8, 2024. She emphasizes her dedication to improving education, housing, and healthcare, particularly in underrepresented areas of San Antonio. The councilwoman discusses the progress and ongoing challenges related to poverty in San Antonio, highlighting efforts made by past city leaders, such as initiatives introduced by Henry Cisneros and Julian Castro. Garcia outlines her strategy for the mayoral race, including targeting adjacent districts to the one she represents in District 4. And she understands that District 4 traditionally produces the smallest voter turnout of the council districts and why she has to work harder in northern districts that produce a large percentage of voters.
The conversation also turns to city infrastructure projects, specifically "Project Marvel," which involves a potential new downtown arena for the San Antonio Spurs. Rocha Garcia stresses the importance of collaboration with county officials and maintaining a strong relationship with state and federal governments to address budget challenges. The episode wraps up with the Councilwoman expressing excitement about the opportunities for San Antonio, focusing on investing in younger generations and fostering a welcoming environment for all residents to break cycles of generational poverty.
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