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Battle of Flowers: SA Botanical Garden claps back at Mayor Jones’ plan to prune its funding
By Michael Karlis at San Antonio Current
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
The San Antonio Botanical Garden is pushing back at Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ proposal to end public subsidies to the nonprofit as the city looks to rein in a looming $158 million budget deficit. During a meeting last week, Jones said she wants to drop the city’s subsidy to the garden from $1.2 mil...
Key takeaway During a meeting last week, Jones said she wants to drop the city’s subsidy to the garden from $1.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The proposed cut to the San Antonio Botanical Garden's funding has significant implications for Alamo Heights residents, many of whom frequent the garden and appreciate its beauty and educational programs. As the city grapples with a $158 million budget deficit, the garden's $1.2 million annual subsidy is a relatively small but meaningful target for reduction. However, the garden's supporters argue that the subsidy is a vital investment in the city's cultural and environmental landscape. The garden is a popular destination for local families and schools, and its programs and events contribute to the quality of life in Alamo Heights and surrounding neighborhoods. As the city council weighs the proposal, Alamo Heights residents will be watching closely to see how the decision affects this beloved community resource. The outcome will have a direct impact on the garden's ability to maintain its facilities and offer programs, and could potentially alter the character of the neighborhood.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The San Antonio Botanical Garden is pushing back at Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ proposal to end public subsidies to the nonprofit as the city looks to rein in a looming $158 million budget deficit. During a meeting last week, Jones said she wants to drop the city’s subsidy to the garden from $1.2 mil...
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