Since 2012, the number of people of color appointed to City Boards & Commissions has steadily increased. It is not required for members to report their demographics. With the race/ethnicity of nearly 200 members unknown, the level of representation is difficult to know with certainty.
The race/ethnicity for 25% of members is unknown, as sharing demographics is not a requirement for service/appointment. Additionally, while African American or Black members made up 8.3% of appointments/membership, 22 of those seats were on the MLK Jr Commission. When that commission is removed, African American or Black appointments/membership drops to 5.5% of total members. As of January 4, 2021, there were 81 (9%) vacancies in the 897 total seats available. This includes the newly formed SA Ready to Work Commission, which includes 11 seats. Finally, 273 seats (30.4%) are not appointed by Council, but due to professional positions or charter.
To see vacancies and apply for City of San Antonio Boards and Commissions, visit the City Clerk's website.
Ensure the membership and composition of City boards and commissions more closely reflect the diversity of our city's population (27% by 2020)
Year | Value | Margin of Error |
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2010 | -- | |
2011 | -- | |
2012 | 42% | |
2013 | -- | |
2014 | 39% | |
2015 | 40% | |
2016 | 41% | |
2017 | 36% | |
2018 | 33% | |
2019 | 33% | |
2020 | 29% |