As a necessary step to ensure coordination with the Bexar County Office of Emergency Management in the event of an emergency, Shavano Park City Council entered into an interlocal agreement with Bexar County to jointly appoint an emergency management coordinator Nov. 24. 

Two-minute impact: According to city documents, the appointee, selected by Mayor Bob Werner and Judge Peter Sakai, will coordinate all aspects of the Shavano Park/Bexar County’s OEM program, including the preparation and maintenance of an interjurisdictional emergency management plan.

Fire Chief Darrell Dover said the appointment will allow the city to easily request help in the event of a large-scale incident.

“The city of Shavano Park will continue to handle all incidents that we are capable of handling. However, if it’s a large-scale incident … this will allow Bexar County to come in and assist us and create a seamless transition in requesting that help; help on the state level as well as the federal level,” Dover said.  

A new Mexican restaurant has opened in North San Antonio, offering authentic eats and cocktails.

The details: Mezcal Comida & Cantina opened in late October, restaurant staff told Community Impact.

It’s located at 12656 West Ave., Bldg. 1, near Walker Ranch Park and in the business center next to Clear Light Coffee Co. and Two Bros. BBQ Market.

The restaurant was the previous home of Palomar, according to staff.

A closer look: On the menu is a range of authentic dishes inspired by cuisine from Oaxaca, Mexico.

Highlights include the trio de sopes, plato de mole con pollo and a range of enchiladas, tacos and a small selection of seafood, according to the menu.

Additionally, Mezcal Comida & Cantina also has both an indoor and outdoor bar for cocktails, plus an outdoor dining area right next to the Salado Creek Greenway.

• 12656 West Ave. Bldg. 1, San Antonio

A luxury car manufacturer is expanding its presence in North America, adding a new showroom near Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch.

What’s happening? Bentley Motors opened its newest showroom in early November at 27605 I-10 near Boerne, dealership staff told Community Impact.

It’s situated beside the Lamborghini San Antonio dealership and will be operated by the same ownership and staff.

Not only is there a showroom for customers to view vehicles, but there’s also a parts and service department for maintenance and more, according to the dealer’s website.

Vehicles offered by the UK-based automaker include luxury SUVs, saloons and convertibles.

The full story: The company also has showrooms in Austin, Dallas and Houston, with a total of 62 across the United States, according to their showroom locator.

• 27605 I-10, Boerne

A new 46,000-square-foot indoor pickleball center is coming soon to Live Oak.

The details: The center—named The Picklr—is planned to open in early January at 7517 Loop 1604, Ste. 35, franchise owner James Speer told Community Impact.

“If everything goes right with construction, we’re hoping for that time frame,” Speer said.

The Picklr has 17 other locations scattered throughout Texas, according to its website.

Speer said the Live Oak location will have:

• 13 pickleball courts
• A pro shop
• A private event area
• League play
• Tournaments and drop-in play
• Court reservations
• Locker rooms and showers

• 7517 Loop 1604, Ste. 35, Live Oak