San Antonio’s Budget Crisis & Flood Fallout Councilmembers Whyte & Spears Weigh In

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In this episode of Beyond the Bite, host Eddie Aldrete sits down with two powerful voices shaping San Antonio’s future: returning District 10 Councilmember Marc Whyte and newly elected District 9 Councilmember Misty Spears.

🎙️ The conversation opens with a somber reflection on the recent flooding tragedy that claimed the lives of 13 San Antonians. Both councilmembers stress the importance of launching an independent investigation and re-prioritizing investments in core infrastructure like drainage systems, aging pipes, and deteriorating roads.

As the City Council confronts a looming budget deficit, the episode dives deep into what zero-based budgeting means for taxpayers. Whyte, a vocal proponent of budget reform, criticizes past “pet project” spending habits and emphasizes the importance of funding only programs that prove measurable impact. Spears echoes the need to tighten fiscal discipline, while keeping quality-of-life services like parks and safety top-of-mind.

🏙️ Key Topics Covered:

⚠️ Flooding aftermath and public accountability

💰 Budget deficit and zero-based budgeting explained

👮‍♀️ Public safety, police response times, and law enforcement recruitment

🌳 Parks and green space shortages in District 9

🏟️ Controversy around Project MARVEL and Spurs arena funding

🤝 Council collaboration and staff dynamics at City Hall

🧾 Reproductive Justice Fund and recent legal rulings

🗳️ Public trust, transparency, and the upcoming November vote

🚨 Whyte and Spears also reveal where they hope to serve on upcoming council committees, what they’ve learned about city operations, and why this budget season may be the most consequential in years. This episode delivers rare, behind-the-scenes insight into how local decisions get made—and what’s really at stake.

🔔 Whether you're a longtime San Antonio resident, policy wonk, or curious voter, this is an essential listen to understand what’s happening behind the doors of City Hall—and why it matters for every neighborhood in our city.

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