AGENDA - San Antonio Housing Authority

TRANSFORMATION PLAN7Transformation PlanIt sounds so simple—integrate Housing, People andNeighborhoods and the transformation of a neighborhoodwill be achieved. Yet, it is understood that thereare complexities in this effort. The underlying social andeconomic fabric of an area, particularly one that has beenneglected for as long the Eastside Area, presents bothchallenges and opportunities. This transformation planhas many bold initiatives, including the re-developmentResidents working together during one of the March publicworkshops.of Wheatley Courts into a mixed-income, mixed-use, pedestrian friendly and energy efficient community.Most aspects, however; are subtle, will take time to see the impact and are dependent on the collaboration,shared vision and commitment of area residents, stakeholders and CHOICE Partners. For example, providingresidents with an integrated case management plan that urges participation in job training, parenting classesand improved nutritional choices has more indirect results. Working toward safe routes to school in collaborationwith the Promise Neighborhood Initiative has a direct interface with other Safety and Security initiativesthat will involve the local Police Department, Code Enforcement and animal control. These efforts open thedoors for related community programs in animal care, connected pedestrian and bike paths and communitygardens. The transformation of the Eastside Area seeks to integrate and relate these various activities, all ofwhich are mutually dependent if comprehensive transformation is to be realized and the plan successful.EASTSIDE CHOICE NEIGHBORHOOD TRANSFORMATION PLAN29