A street safety project in Beacon Hill cleared review by San Antonio’s art commission this week, advancing despite a call from Gov. Greg Abbott to “remove all political ideologies” from Texas streets.
A transportation nonprofit in San Antonio has said it is reviewing its street art safety project amid a larger push from Texas Governor Greg Abbott to remove “political ideologies” from streets.
Gardopia Gardens and ActivateSA, the recipients of the two grants, will separately utilize funding for a community garden and crosswalk art installations, respectively.
Driving near Grissom and Old Grissom Road can be nerve-wracking. Lorenzo Gonzales said making a left turn there feels dangerous. It’s why he avoids the intersection.
The complete streets concept is a part of the advocacy of local groups such as ActivateSA, one of the coalition’s members. San Antonio adopted its current complete streets policy in 2011.