At the beginning of July, the City of San Antonio opened a newFinancial and Housing Recovery Center to provide a myriad of assistance programs and services for residents financially affected by COVID-19.
The FHRC's primary goal is to help San Antonio residents affected by the economic downturn achieve financial and housing stability.
As part of the city’s Recovery and Resiliency Plan crafted in response to the coronavirus pandemic, the center will also work to provide residents with tools to withstand economic challenges in the future.
Individuals and families affected by a loss of employment or reduced hours may qualify for assistance. The FHRC also offers relief for small businesses and nonprofits suffering pandemic-related losses.
How is the Financial and Housing Recovery Center funded? Could additional state and federal dollars be coming down the line to bolster the City's efforts?
What grant programs can small businesses apply for? What does that process entail?
How is the City working to prevent mass evictions after rent and mortgage moratoriums expire?
Is there a limit to the number of people the FHRC can help? Who qualifies for assistance?
Guests:
- Verónica Soto, director of the Neighborhood and Housing Services Department
- Melody Woosley, director of the Department of Human Services
- Alejandra Lopez, director of the Economic Development Department
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*This interview was recorded on Thursday, July 16.
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