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You Are Invited to Attend the WDC's

Look West Breakfast Series - Part 1

On February 26, 2010, the Westside Development Corporation will present a look at development in the Westside, an update on Our Lady of the Lake University, and tools available for community redevelopment.

Click here to register and to see more information about the breakfast. (campus map)

 

The University Health System to Host

a Public Forum on Major Expansion to

University Health Center - Downtown

On February 22, 2010, the WDC and UHS will host a public presentation of the plans to significantly expand the UHS-Downtown campus, formerly known as The Robert B. Green Hospital, built in 1915. The project is called the Target 2012: Capital Improvement Program.

Monday, February 22, 2010, 6-8 p.m.
University Health Center - Downtown
527 N. Leona, 3rd Floor Foundation Room

The combined investment in the expansion of the Downtown campus and the University Hospital in the Medical Center is $899.4 million. This investment is larger than the construction of the Alamodome, SBC Center (now AT&T), and Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center combined. The project will also revitalize the Westside of San Antonio, providing greater access to the latest outpatient diagnostic and treatment options in a convenient location.

The Downtown campus will expand:

  • Acute and crisis care services
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Pharmacy services
  • Parking

Three good reasons to make time for this important meeting:

1) Receive the latest information on the specific projects
2) Learn more about local business opportunities during construction
3) Understand the economic and health benefits

Please RSVP to (210) 207-0039 or Santiago.Garcia@sanantonio.gov

Click here to see a flyer for the event.

Keep informed by visiting www.UniversityHealthSystem.com/CIP

 

Tom López Joins WDC Board

The WDC welcomes Thomas C. López to the WDC Board of Directors. Mr. López is serving his sixth term on the SAISD Board of Trustees. An SAISD graduate from Sidney Lanier High School, he earned a bachelor's degree from Our Lady of the Lake University and completed advanced military studies. Mr. López is both a retired U.S. Air Force military officer and federal employee. He is married and has two daughters and three stepchildren. He will serve a two-year term on the Board of Directors representing the San Antonio Independent School District. 

 

Laura Cabanilla-Cruz Joins WDC Staff as Development Director

The WDC welcomes Laura Cabanilla-Cruz to its staff as Development Director. Laura brings skills and experience that will greatly benefit the WDC and the Westside community. Laura is Vice-President of Cruz Enterprise, a consulting company. From June 2006 – June 2009, she was a member of the national Women’s Sports Foundation team as the GoGirlGo! San Antonio Director. Before graduating from St. Mary’s University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, she completed the Washington Semester – Foreign Policy Program at American University in Washington, D.C. and has obtained a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

From 1999-2003, Laura assisted the San Antonio Sports Foundation in promoting their Dreams for Youth Volleyball program as a coach, mentor, and parent coordinator. In June of 2001 she became Chief of Staff to Councilwoman Antoniette “Toni” Moorhouse of District 3 and from 2003 through June 2006, she was Chief of Staff to Councilman Roger O. Flores of District 1. In 2005, Laura received the South San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Salute to the Women of the Southern Sector Award, has served on numerous committees and boards, was a member of Leadership San Antonio XXXII, and is presently a committee member of the Women and Girls Development Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation.

Laura can be reached by phone at (210) 207-3916, or by e-mail at Laura.Cabanilla-Cruz@sanantonio.gov

 

Ortiz Pharmacy Expands with WDC Assistance

 

 

(Pictured from L-R):
WDC Executive Director Ray Flores, Mr. Victor Ortiz, Mrs. Alicia Ortiz, and WDC Board President Chris Martinez

 

 

 

 

 

In January, Ortiz Pharmacy (currently located at 1805 Castroville Road) broke ground at the site of their new pharmacy headquarters, to be located down the street at 2511 Castroville Road. The family-owned business has its roots in the Westside community, having been located there since it opened in 1930. With the assistance of the WDC, Ortiz Pharmacy will be opening a new 9,000 square foot medical facility including their pharmacy and five doctor's offices. The WDC is excited to support this business which provides critical services to the community!

 

 

Around the Community

 

South Texas Women's Business Center

Visit their website to find out what trainings are upcoming!

 

Free Small Business Counseling

Monthly Sessions Held

First Saturday & Third Monday

Central Library (600 Soledad)

Email scoreme@texas.net to setup a session.