This article covers three separate news stories from San Antonio. First, the city is finally implementing its plan for baby boxes after allocating funds for the project over a year ago. Second, a new ice house restaurant, Otto’s Ice House, is opening in the Pearl district. Third, a community task force reviewing metal recycling regulations has been temporarily paused due to a lack of community member participation.
Over a year after allocating nearly $500,000 in its budget, the City of San Antonio has announced its intention to proceed with the implementation of baby boxes . The initiative aims to provide a safe and secure haven for newborns, addressing concerns about infant abandonment. The city council approved the funding in 2022, signaling a commitment to improving maternal and child well-being.
Details regarding the specific locations and operational framework for the baby boxes are yet to be released. In other news, the culinary scene in San Antonio is abuzz with the arrival of Otto’s Ice House at the Pearl district. Three-time James Beard Award nominee Levi Goode leads this new venture, paying homage to the legacy of Otto Koehler, a prominent figure in the city's food history. Otto’s Ice House promises to offer a unique dining experience, combining classic comfort food with modern culinary innovations. Meanwhile, a community task force established to review regulations concerning metal recycling entities in San Antonio has been temporarily paused. The task force was formed in response to public safety concerns regarding the industry's operations. Despite the attendance of metal recycling representatives at meetings, the task force's progress has been hampered by a lack of participation from community-appointed members. The city's Development Services department is currently investigating the reasons behind the community members' withdrawal from the task force
BABY BOXES METAL RECYCLING COMMUNITY TASKFORCE LEVI GOODE OTTO's ICE HOUSE
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