New City Officials Face $148 Million Budget Shortfall
The newly elected mayor and City Council members of San Antonio are scheduled to be sworn into office on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 . A ceremonial event titled “Mayor and City Council Blessing” will take place at 3:00 PM at San Fernando Cathedral, marking the official commencement of their terms.
This incoming cohort includes at least five new council members and a new mayor, who will assume leadership amid significant fiscal challenges. City officials project a $31 million budget deficit for fiscal year 2026 and a $148 million shortfall for 2027, primarily due to declining revenues from property taxes, sales taxes, and other sources . The new administration will need to develop a balanced two-year budget by September, with discussions set to begin shortly after the swearing-in.
The mayoral runoff election is scheduled for June 7, 2025, featuring candidates Gina Ortiz Jones, a former U.S. Air Force undersecretary, and Rolando Pablos, a former Texas Secretary of State. Both candidates bring distinct perspectives to the race, and the winner will be inaugurated on June 18.
The “Mayor and City Council Blessing” at San Fernando Cathedral is a longstanding tradition in San Antonio, symbolizing the city’s commitment to public service and community values. Residents are encouraged to attend and support their newly elected officials as they embark on their terms.
