Welcome to La Mesa, the official podcast of the City of San Antonio. At La Mesa, everyone is invited to the table – whether they’re working from inside or outside city government to better the community.

How do public health programs support families? In this episode, panelists explore how oral health services, parenting education, and asthma management reduce barriers and improve health outcomes across our community.

Panelists:

• Paul Kloppe, Asthma Supervisor, SA Kids B.R.E.A.T.H.E
• Meredith Howe, Oral Health Program Manager, City of San Antonio Metro Health
• Rick Gipprich, Program Coordinator - Violence Prevention, City of San Antonio Metro Health
• Moderator: Norma Sifuentes, Public Health Administrator, City of San Antonio Metro Health

Welcome to La Mesa, the official podcast of the City of San Antonio. At La Mesa, everyone is invited to the table – whether they’re working from inside or outside city government to better the community.

In this episode, panelists discuss opportunities in construction, manufacturing, and the trades and how the San Antonio Ready to Work (RTW) program is helping local residents get the training/education needed to step into in-demand jobs. Whether you or someone you know is unemployed, underemployed, or simply ready for a career change, this episode breaks down how RTW can help you gain new skills in these industries. For eligibility and other questions, learn more and apply at: ReadytoWorkSA.com

Panelists:

• Mike Ramsey, Executive Director, City of San Antonio Workforce Development Office
• Allie Perez, Ready to Work Advisory Board Member
• Jim Robertson, Americrane CEO/President Moderator
• Moderator: Luke Simons, Communications Administrator, City of San Antonio Workforce Development Office

Welcome to La Mesa, the official podcast of the City of San Antonio. At La Mesa, everyone is invited to the table – whether they’re working from inside or outside city government to better the community.What does it take to create meaningful opportunities for women and girls in San Antonio? In this episode, the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) discusses the work they're doing to elevate women’s voices, address key challenges, and help shape a stronger future for our community. Panelists:

• Vanessa Martinez, MCSW Chair
• Dr. Gwendolyn Godlock, MCSW Vice Chair
• Adriana Pecina-Rios, MCSW Associate Commissioner
• Moderator: Melanie Mendez-Gonzales, MCSW Member