Gentrification in San Antonio: Public Displacement for Private Interest
Channel: NOWCastSA
Date: 2018-02-07

Some deem gentrification to be a result of racism and oppressive measures by the wealthy. Others blame local government for not stepping in a creating a sense of equality in transitioning neighborhoods. There is also a perspective that believes these transitioning neighborhoods allow for an increased level of diversity. Replay the panel discussion on Jan. 14 moderated by Dignowity Hill Neighborhood Association president Brian Dillard,
Panel Members:
Diego Bernal, State Rep. Texas House District 123
Victoria Lin Gonzalez, Senior Policy Advisor, Mayor Ron Nirenberg
Pedro Martinez, Superintendent, San Antonio ISD
Lourdes Castro Ramirez, President, UHS Foundation
Stephen W. Yndo, Chair, ULI San Antonio - Urban Land Institute and Owner Yndo Commercial Real Estate Company