Thomas Leffler

3 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Thomas Leffler

Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD has become more invested in mental health resources in recent years. District staff saw a shift in student attitudes after the COVID-19 pandemic, combating the rise in anxiety with the hiring of mental health counselors and forging partnerships with other services. The overviewCassandra Gracia acts as director of counseling services for the district, overseeing mental health counselors and social workers among other duties.

3 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Thomas Leffler

Cibolo officials named emergency preparedness and local parks as top priorities throughout the remainder of 2025. At a glanceAt the June 27 meeting of Cibolo City Council, city staff debriefed a Strategic Management Workshop from April, emphasizing its key areas of focus for the rest of the year and beyond. Starting with a discussion on extreme weather, staff strategic planning eventually went toward operations in the midst of any disaster.

3 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Thomas Leffler

University Health RetamaThe planned hospital on the corner of Retama Parkway and Lookout Road had its topping out ceremony April 14, with the final steel beam put on the top of the 5-story construction. The hospital—slated to open in early 2027—will employ about 1,000 doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other health care professionals, according to a news release. University Health Retama will have a 24/7 emergency department, advanced operating suites, radiology, laboratory and pharmacy.

3 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Thomas Leffler

Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, or CEDC, has gained a new way to support local business through new consultants. In a 5-2 vote, Cibolo City Council approved four master service agreements to consultants on May 27 for on-call economic development services. Council members Joel Hicks and Norma Sanchez-Stephens were the dissenting votes.

3 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Thomas Leffler

Starting the week of June 30, the city of Schertz will transitioning from Republic Services to Frontier Waste Solutions, following an agreement approved by Schertz City Council on April 1. Monthly costs for services will increase from $14.46 to $19.20. Current situationThe city posted its updated schedules for pickup on social media May 30, along with reminders for residents about the transition to Frontier Waste Solutions services.