You may have seen the words “ad valorem” on your property tax bill and wondered what they mean. Simply put, ad valorem is Latin for “based on value.” An ad valorem tax is a tax based on the value of your property. Each year, the Bexar Central Appraisal District determines the market value of your […]
Category: Helotes City Council
Your Voice Matters
Have you ever wanted to share an idea or voice a concern about something happening in Helotes? In this month’s “Town Talk” column in Helotes Highlights, I take a closer look at “Citizens to Be Heard,” the public comment period at the beginning of the city’s open meetings. It’s one of the most important ways […]
Meet Helotes’ Newest City Council Members
I’m excited to share my latest “Town Talk” column in the June edition of Helotes Highlights. In this column, I introduce our two newest Helotes City Council members, Gregg Michel and Anne Carraway, and recognize the dedicated service of our outgoing council members, Craig Sanders and Jen Sones. I hope you’ll take a moment to […]
Resolution Opposing Lennar MUD Permit Approved
Last night, the Helotes City Council unanimously approved the Resolution that Jen Sones, Helotes City Council Place 2, and I submitted opposing the proposed MUD permit tied to Lennar Homes’ Guajolote Ranch development. This Resolution will now be sent to the City of San Antonio City Council, making Helotes’ position clear: we are standing up […]