Commission on Veteran's Affairs

The Commission on Veteran's Affairs is an eleven-member board representing the Mayor and ten City Council Districts. All members must be veterans and may serve no more than three (3) two-year terms. The Commission was chartered by the City Council on April 12,2001 and their first meeting was held on August 29, 2001.

The Commission's mission is to serve the City Council in an advisory capacity on legislative issues affecting the City's military population, both active and retired. It serves as the community's liaison and advocate for veterans' affairs; advises the City Council on issues affecting San Antonio veterans and their families; and makes recommendations for improving services.

The Commission works with the Bexar County Veterans Service Office , as well as with other departments as needed and stays abreast of legislative items affecting veterans and their families.

The Commission meets quarterly, on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. The meetings are held in Riverview Towers, 111 Soledad, 16th floor and Commission agendas are posted at City Hall.

Important Links

Department of Veterans Affairs

Texas Veterans Commission

Texas Veteran Online

Veterans Assistance and Services Program

South Texas Veterans Health Care System

Commission Agenda & Minutes

April 17, 2012 Agenda and Minutes.

January 17, 2012 Agenda and Minutes

October 18, 2011 Agenda and Minutes

For copies of prior meeting minutes or agendas, please email sandra.bagwell@sanantonio.gov