In 2005, the City South Management Authority, with members appointed by the City of San Antonio, Bexar County, South‐ west ISD, East Central ISD, and Southside ISD, was charged with the planning and zoning for the 63 square mile area bound by Loop 410, IH 37, a line approximately 1350 feet south of the Medina River, and IH 35.
Maintaining the balance of urban and rural character in Heritage South is a major concern of the residents. Since this is an area with significant natural and cultural assets, this paper advocates for the preservation and incorporation of the natural, agricultural and cultural assets of the City South area into the overall development pattern. This paper gives an overview of the both environmental and cultural projects occurring simultaneously for the preservation of San Antonio. For example, the National Park Service will determine the 10 most significant sites within the Camino Real de los Tejas National Trail designation for further interpretation and wayfinding. There are different Spanish Trail routes that traversed City South: Palo Alto Road, Old Pleasanton Road, Old Somerset Road, and Applewhite Road. Also, the San Antonio River Authority (SARA), which has jurisdiction over the San Antonio River and the Medina Riverbed and banks, is concluding a holistic watershed study of the Medina River that should assist in identifying sensitive wetlands and ecosystems. The floodplain in general is critical habitat that is necessary to conserve to promote sustainable development strategies.
San Antonio 