City of Universal City

06/01/2020

LOCAL BUSINESS SUCCESS!
Universal City would like to congratulate Victory Lane Automotive on their 20th Anniversary! 🏁
Victory Lane Automotive will still hold their 20th Anniversary Celebration! Owners Scott and Dewanna Lokey--and the entire VLA Staff--invite you to still stop by the shop at 264 Kitty Hawk on June 2 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and say hello, chat a minute, and grab a chilled water and yummy treat! The Staff looks forward to catching up with current customers, and meeting/getting to know potential new customers as well!

06/01/2020

🎥Saturday will be the first weekend for Movies in the Park featuring Frozen 2 on the 60 ft screen at Universal City Park! Thank you to the sponsors Cricket Wireless and AireSmith.

⏰Seating will open up at 7 pm and City staff will be escorting you to a seating area. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦All groups will be asked to sit at least 15 ft away from their neighboring groups. Seating is first come, first serve. Don't forget to bring your chairs, blankets and picnic.

😷You will not be required to wear a mask within your group space but you are encouraged to wear a mask when walking around the field.

Concessions will be available for sale. You are asked to wear a mask while waiting in line and stay at least 6 ft apart.
🍦Lilly's Frozen Treats will be selling frozen ice cream treats.
The Grate BBQ Co. will be onsite selling
🍉🍇🍓Fruit Cups
🌭Hot Dogs on a Hawaiian Sweet Roll
🥨🧀Nachos
🎂Funnel Cakes
🍋🥤Lemonade

05/29/2020

COVID-19 by Zip Code: Universal City—78148

• 12 positive case since March 15th
• 9 of the 12 cases have recovered
• 3 positive cases remain in one household
• 0 deaths in Universal City

Great job everyone! If you go out, protect yourself, protect others. Consider staying local; shop and eat at Universal City businesses as they reopen.
Also, be aware of the State mandated COVID-19 regulations they and you must follow within their respective establishments.

05/28/2020

Nothview Splashpad: Plop, Flop, Squash
Temperatures are rising and families are itching to get outdoors to have some summer fun. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has put a kibosh on many activities, including public pools and splashpads.
While Universal City would like to open the Splash Pad at the Northview Park, regulations prevent the City from doing so. As many visitors know, the Splash Pad is unattended, and use is unfettered. There is no means or ability to limit access or how long someone stays.
So, until the Governor allows for the Splash Pad to be open at a 100% capacity level, the Splash Pad will remain closed to the public. No doubt this posting will present a collective groan from the Splash Pad users, but the situation is beyond all our controls.
When the Splash Pad can be reopened, the City will notify every one of the day and time through all the available media and social outlets.

05/27/2020

Th Universal City EDC and City Council was honored to hand several Universal City Local Businesses their stimulus checks granted through the Small Business Stimulus Program. Hearing their stories helped us to better understand the struggle of small businesses during this time. Even though this grant will help many keep their doors open, please consider a way to safely patronize all the local businesses in Universal City to ensure they can continue to serve the community they love so dearly.

Th Universal City EDC and City Council was honored to hand several Universal City Local Businesses their stimulus checks granted through the Small Business Stimulus Program. Hearing their stories helped us to better understand the struggle of small businesses during this time. Even though this grant will help many keep their doors open, please consider a way to safely patronize all the local businesses in Universal City to ensure they can continue to serve the community they love so dearly.

05/25/2020

Universal City offices will be closed today. Thank you to all the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

05/22/2020

After the Universal City Council approved funds for the UCEDC Small Business Stimulus Program (SBSP) on Tuesday, the Universal City Economic Development Board voted last night to utilize all program funds available and grant funding all businesses that applied for assistance.

In total, the UCEDC SBSP is providing a total of $500,000 for rent and utility assistance to local businesses! EDC Board President Dick Crow, EDC Treasurer Dick Neville, City Manager Kim Turner and EDC Director Kristin Muller stayed late finalizing necessary paperwork and writing checks so that we can get the money moving!

After granting funds to those who have applied, funds were still available. If your business could use assistance, online applications will be taken on a first come, first serve basis until all funds have been utilized.

To apply, please visit http://uctx.gov/1118/UCEDC-Small-Business-Stimulus-Program

05/20/2020

Congratulations to Mayor John Williams, Councilmember Tom Maxwell, Councilmember Paul Najarian and Councilmember Beverly Volle! They were sworn into office during tonight's Council meeting.

Councilmember Beverly Volle made history being the first person to take her oath virtually.

05/19/2020

ATTN SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS:

Bexar County has launched of the “COVID-19 Essential Items Bag” program to support small businesses in the transition to “moderate risk” COVID-19 protocols. The program provides a free, one-week supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) to sole proprietors and businesses with less than 25 employees located in the suburban cities and unincorporated areas of the county.

Today, Commissioner Tommy Calvert, Precinct 4, delivered materials requested by Universal City businesses. Universal City employees hit the streets this afternoon delivering those PPE supplies to those businesses that requested the “COVID-19 Essential Items Bag.”

Each Bag contained Touchless Thermometers, Facemasks, Hand Sanitizers, Gloves and Plexiglass coverings.

“COVID-19 Essential Items Bag” are still available for local businesses. To request a Bag, please fill out the request form online.

https://www.bexar.org/FormCenter/Small-Business-Entrepreneurship-Dept-4/COVID19-Essential-Items-Bag-Program-205

05/19/2020

City of Universal City's cover photo

05/19/2020

City of Universal City

05/18/2020

Governor's Strike Force to Open Texas

REOPENING TEXAS:
Governor Greg Abbott released a list of Texas businesses that are allowed to open on Monday, and announced the reopening dates for bars, child care centers and other services.

https://gov.texas.gov/organization/opentexas

Under the direction of Governor Abbott, with the advice of the Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House, Attorney General, and Texas Comptroller:

05/15/2020

ATTN SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS:
Bexar County has launched of the “COVID-19 Essential Items Bag” program to support small businesses in the transition to “moderate risk” COVID-19 protocols. The program provides a free, one-week supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) to sole proprietors and businesses with less than 25 employees located in the suburban cities and unincorporated areas of the county.

The ability for businesses to obtain and utilize personal protective equipment (touchless thermometers, facemasks, hand sanitizer, gloves and Plexiglas covering) to help protect their employees is critical in helping our community get back to work and stay at work. We hope that this program will jump-start the transition while businesses line up long-term supplies.

Because COVID -19 Essential Items are being provided on a one-time basis, businesses are recommended to establish vendor relationships to allow them continued access to PPE going forward and to buy local where possible. A list of local PPE vendors can be found here.

This registration process will allow county staff to facilitate the pick up or delivery of the “COVID-19 Essential Items Bag.” Once completed, we will contact you within 24 hours to review your information.

https://www.bexar.org/FormCenter/Small-Business-Entrepreneurship-Dept-4/COVID19-Essential-Items-Bag-Program-205

05/14/2020

The moment you've been waiting for! Universal City Parks will be reopening May 18th but with a few exceptions. The Northview Splashpad, Cimarron Clubhouse and fields for Team Sports will still be closed. Veterans Park will be remain closed due to the construction on East Aviation.

We encourage you to still take social distancing measures when visiting the parks. The following are guidelines listed in the Governor's Open Texas plan.
-Self-screen before going to a park.
-Maintain at least 6 feet separation from others not within the individual’s group at the park. The individual’s group may not exceed the greater of the individual’s household or up to 5 individuals who go to the park together.
-Consistent with the actions taken by many individuals across the state, it is not mandated but consider wearing cloth face coverings (over the nose and mouth) at a park where other groups are gathering.

05/13/2020

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The US Air Force’s Thunderbirds are set to fly over the Alamo City to salute those on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic! Where are you watching from?

05/13/2020

UPDATE: Several news outlets are reporting an hour delay and expect to begin Flight at 2:20pm. Expected time over Universal City is 2:40 pm-2:55 pm.
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POSTED earlier:
Keep your eyes to the sky between 1:40 pm-1:55 pm today for the Air Force Thunderbirds Flyover Salute.

Reminder, residents should observe the flyover from the safety of their homes and should refrain from traveling to see the flyover. Residents should also maintain social distancing and avoid large gatherings.

05/12/2020

AIR FORCE THUNDERBIRDS FLYOVER SALUTE IS CURRENTLY SCHEDULED FOR WED, MAY 13TH.

MOST CURRENT UPDATE ON FLYOVER FROM THE AIR FORCE THUNDERBIRD FACEBOOK:
Tomorrow's #AmericaStrong flyover serves as a salute to frontline #COVID responders in the great state of Texas. 🤠

Forecasted inclement weather in San Antonio and Austin could delay tomorrow's flyover times or postpone the flyover all together. Stay tuned!

#InThisTogether 🇺🇸

05/12/2020

City of Universal City's cover photo

05/08/2020

REOPENING TEXAS:

On Tuesday, May 5th, Governor Gregg Abbott provided an Open Texas Update. The update included partial openings for hairstylists, barbershops, wedding venues, and a few more industries. Each new opening comes with a set of protocols for occupancy load, social distancing, and cleanliness. The protocols apply to the business owner, employees, and to the individuals that visit the establishments.
To view the Governor’s Order and recommendations for each business type, individuals should visit the official Open Texas website at https://gov.texas.gov/organization/opentexas.

05/06/2020

The UCEDC Small Business Stimulus Program was approved at the City Council meeting tonight. The program will provide $250,000 in rent and utility assistance to local small businesses, up to $10,000 per business. Please share this information with small businesses that you know have been affected by COVID-19.

Application period begins tomorrow morning at 8a. Apply at http://uctx.gov/1118/UCEDC-Small-Business-Stimulus-Program

05/05/2020

Local Spotlight:
Local business and UC event sponsor AireSmith is always looking out for their community. What a great offer for their club members.

AireSmith is excited our new masks have arrived. We would like to offer free masks to our current club members who would like one. Limited quantities. Call or email the office for availability.

210-658-0841

[email protected]

05/01/2020

Beginning May 4, 2020, in order to better serve you, Municipal Court will be open Monday-Thursday, 7am-6pm, closed on Fridays.
You may handle your citation in person or by mail; you may only pay in full or make final time payments online at www.uctx.gov.

To handle your citation before hand and avoid long lines prior to your court date, you may:
-pay in full
-request payment arrangements
-provide proof for dismissals as listed on your citation or you may request deferred disposition or defensive driving
You must have proper payment and photo copies at the time of your request.

04/29/2020

As May approaches, many are thinking of ways to celebrate their graduate. Some are finishing their first year while others are finishing their last.
In the next issue of The Gateway (June), we would like to help celebrate! Please email a picture of your graduate if you would like to include them in a 2020 Graduation Collage. You can send a grad photo or just one from home.

Email your graduate’s picture to [email protected] by Friday, May 8th.

1. Photos will appear in a collage so actual printed sizes will vary.

2. Due to limited space, this project is open to Universal City residents only.

3. Email must include:
- Parent’s Name, home address, phone number
- Graduate’s Name and School Name & Grade (Kinder, 8th, 12th, College)
- Original .jpeg photo file must be attached, not embedded in email
- By sending an email, parents are granting permission to print the emailed picture in The Gateway.

4. No entries will be accepted after Friday, May 8th. No facebook posts or messaged photos will be accepted.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Congratulations Class of 2020!

04/29/2020

Please spread the word to those friends and family in Bexar County in need of assistance.

The #BexarCounty Temporary Rental Assistance Measure (TRAM) applications open Friday, May 1st, and will provide rental assistance to residents facing economic hardships due to the #COVID19 pandemic.

You can apply online at www.habctx.org/TRAM

04/28/2020

City of Universal City

04/28/2020

Governor's Strike Force to Open Texas

In his press conference on Monday, the Governor Abbott referred several times to his Open Texas document. Beginning on page 19 are his proposed “steps to open businesses”. Each business owner and individual should read the document to understand their role in providing for the safety protocols. Below is a brief synopsis of what he said during his press conference this afternoon. It is recommended that each person visit the Texas webpage to read the sections that pertain to them; https://gov.texas.gov/organization/opentexas.

• The Stay In Place Order expires on Thursday, April 30th.
• Person 65 and over, and those with compromised immune systems are strongly encouraged to stay home
• All retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, and malls are permitted to reopen on Friday, May 1. These services must limit their capacity to 25% of their listed occupancy.
• Within shopping malls, the food-court dining areas, play areas, and interactive displays and settings must remain closed.
• All museums and libraries may open under the same 25% occupancy limitation, but interactive areas of museums must remain closed.
• Single-person offices may reopen as well.
• Churches and places of worship remain open, but with limited occupancy.
• Outdoor sports are allowed to resume so long as no more than four participants are playing together at one time.
• Public swimming pools, bars, gyms, cosmetology salons, barber shops, nail salons, massage establishments, bowling alleys, video arcades, and tattoo and piercing studios will remain closed through Phase I.
• Phase I will begin Friday May 1 and continue until at least May 18.
• Phase II is expected to begin on Monday, 18 May provided the COVID-19 cases do not surge and the citizens of Texas continue to apply social distancing and cleanliness.

Under the direction of Governor Abbott, with the advice of the Lt. Governor, Speaker of the House, Attorney General, and Texas Comptroller:

04/28/2020

What matters to you? Schools? Transportation? Hospitals? Data from the @uscensusbureau help inform planning
efforts for all these important community
resources.

To complete your Census and learn how census data impact
you and your community, visit 2020census.gov. #2020Census

04/26/2020

Family fun and win pizza from Mr. Gatti's!

**Mr. Gatti's Chalk your Driveway contest**

Fun project for the whole family! Chalk up your driveway with lots of colors! Have fun with it. However, you must incorporate the Mr. Gatti's Logo in the driveway. Please refer to the picture below. The logo doesn't have to match in color. The logo must be visible and a good size.

Take a picture of your completed driveway and email the photo to [email protected]. I well submit all the photos to our FB Page and select the winning driveway on Saturday, May 2nd by noon.

You will win a $50.00 family four pack OR, a $50.00 To-go credit.

Ready, set, go!

04/24/2020

It's Foodie Friday! Here are some local restaurants that would love to have your support!

🥘🍝🍺🍹Olympia Hills Bar & Grill, 12900 Mount Olympus, 210-945-6648x225
Curbside Menu available, Order Family Meals online at www.OlympiaHillsGolf.com
• $5.00 Frozen Margaritas and Pina Coladas- Flavors: Strawberry, Raspberry, Peach, Mango, and Banana
• $29 Family Style Meals (serves 5-6 servings). Each Meal includes a salad.
o Friday- Chicken Fried Steak served with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans
o Saturday- Pork Carnitas Street Tacos
o Sunday- Baked Ziti served with Garlic Breadsticks

🍔Arby's, 1103 Pat Booker
Drive thru or Pick-up, Daily Specials from 2-6pm

🍕Rapid Fired Pizza, 121 Pat Booker, 726-444-0943
order online for Covid Specials: www.rapidfiredpizza.com
1. $5 Single-Topping Pizza
2. Buy One, Get One 50% OFF Pizza
3. $5 Off When You Spend $20 Or More
Curbside Pick-up and Favor/DoorDash/GrubHub/UberEats Delivery available

🍗WingStop, 2921 Pat Booker Rd, 210-945-4400
Use their App or order online at www.WingStop.com
Special: $.60 boneless wings Mondays and Tuesdays! Wingstop is also offering free delivery for a limited time on orders made on wingstop.com.

🍔🍕Bubba's 33, 3136 Pat Booker Rd, 210-566-1833
Use their App or order online at www.Bubbas33.com
• All day Monday- Any Burger* w/ Fries $7.99 *excludes double patty burgers
• All day Tuesday- Any 12” Pizza $9.99
• All day, every day- New Family Packs
Curbside Pick-up and Delivery available

🥖Youz Guyz, 316 Pat Booker Rd, 210-658-8930
order online at www.YouzGuyzPhillyCheesesteaks.com
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am to 7pm, Fri 11am to 8pm, and Sat 11am to 7pm
Order curbside, call in order or come in and place your order.

🍚🥠China Moon, 832 Pat Booker Rd, 210-659-1421
Hours: Monday to Sunday from 11am - 9pm 7 days a week for pick-up orders.

🍜🍚Noy's Bistro, 976 Coronado Blvd, 210-637-5100
order online at www.NoysBistro.org
Hours: M-F 11:00am-9:00pm, Sat & Sun Noon - 9:00pm

If you would like your local UC restaurant included in next week's Foodie Friday post, please email [email protected].