14. Creating Positive Change: How Marina Alderete Gavito is Empowering District Seven

Have you ever heard these myths about the importance of elected officials in making positive changes? Let's debunk them together! Myth #1: Elected officials don't really have the power to make a difference. Myth #2: My vote doesn't matter, so why should I even bother? Myth #3: Community involvement is unnecessary; elected officials will handle everything. But, here's the truth: elected officials play a crucial role in shaping policies, implementing reforms, and addressing community concerns. They are the voice of the people, and their decisions directly impact our lives. Join us as Mariana Aldrete Gavito, an expert in community advocacy, shares her insights and empowers us to take an active role in creating positive changes

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn about the environmental toll of fireworks and how it extends to public health concerns.

• Appreciate the pivotal role of elected representatives in championing meaningful changes.

• Get the bigger picture of the drainage and housing issues within District Seven and their significance.

• Unravel the enigma of the digital divide in San Antonio and the targeted initiatives to dismantle it.

• Decode the complexities of property tax relief and the repercussions of the homestead exemption increase.