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Councilman Roberto Treviño (D1) and Councilman Rey Saldaña (D4).

Council to Consider Changes to Free-Speech Permits, Bidding Process, Infill Zoning

by Iris Dimmick August 3, 2017August 4, 2017

Councilmen Roberto Treviño (D1) and Rey Saldaña (D4) initiated several City investigations and research on a range of topics.

Rio San Antonio Cruises give a tour of the San Antonio Riverwalk to tourists.

In Barge Dispute, Go Rio’s Small Business Certification Is Upheld

by Jeffrey Sullivan June 14, 2017January 2, 2018

Supporters of Buena Vista Barges stand at the back of City Council chambers with signs of support for the local company.

River Barge Contract Winner Go Rio Faces Challenge from Mery Group

by Robert Rivard and Iris Dimmick June 7, 2017June 7, 2017

A "splash zone" has been taped off on the prototype barge.

River Barge Vote and The Trajectory of San Antonio

by Mark Ross May 31, 2017May 31, 2017

Local restaurateur Lisa Wong (left) and local businesswoman Hope Andrade react to City Council's vote in favor of their bid for the river barge operation contract.

Council Selects Landry’s, Locals for $100 Million-Plus River Barge Contract

by Iris Dimmick May 25, 2017May 25, 2017

The river barge features an all-electric motor which is nearly silent during operation. Photo by Scott Ball.

Buena Vista Barges: Local Underdog for the River Barge Contract

by Melanie Tawil May 24, 2017May 24, 2017

San Antonio community members and elected officials ride on the concept river barge approaching the Arneson River Theater. Photo by Scott Ball.

San Antonio Deserves a World-Class River Barge Operation

by Paul Sanett May 23, 2017

Chef Johnny Hernandez poses for a photo outside of La Gloria. Photo by Scott Ball.

The Choice is Clear: Excellence on the River, or More of the Same?

by Chef Johnny Hernandez May 22, 2017May 22, 2017

Riders wave at the crowd and media during the introduction of the barge concept. Photo by Scott Ball.

Burney: Go Rio Is the Most Qualified Bidder for River Barge Contract

by Frank Burney May 22, 2017May 22, 2017

Go Rio team led by Hope Andrade and Lisa Wong in partnership with Landry's Inc.

The Big Fix: River Barges and Runoffs Make for Ugly Politics

by Robert Rivard May 21, 2017December 5, 2019