San Antonio Mayor Proposes Ending Ready to Work Program to Address Budget Shortfall
Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones of San Antonio has proposed ending the Ready to Work program early to address a projected $158 million budget gap for the next fiscal year. The program, funded by a one-eighth-cent sales tax, was designed to provide job training and placement for residents. It was initially approved by voters in 2020 and is set to run until 2030. However, the mayor suggests redirecting the program's funds to other city projects, such as those outlined in the 2027 bond. The proposal requires voter approval to redirect the funds, and discussions are ongoing about the potential impacts on local employment and economic development. 
