9. Henry Cisneros & Tom Corser: Celebrating Heritage Through San Antonio's Trees
From a beautiful vision to a stunning reality, the Arboretum San Antonio project was poised to become a beloved treasure for the city. But what happened next left everyone shocked and questioning the future of this once-promising endeavor. What was...
From a beautiful vision to a stunning reality, the Arboretum San Antonio project was poised to become a beloved treasure for the city. But what happened next left everyone shocked and questioning the future of this once-promising endeavor. What was the unexpected twist that threatened to derail Henry Cisneros' dream? Keep listening to find out.
In this episode, you will be able to:
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Uncover the captivating Arboretum San Antonio project connecting city heritage with trees.
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Acknowledge the crucial role of tree diversity facing disease and climate change challenges.
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Identify equity issues in disparate parkland distribution throughout San Antonio.
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Discern the need for charter amendments to boost the caliber of individuals seeking public offices.
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Appreciate the vital impact of civic engagement on San Antonio's future development.
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