Eastside Promise Neighborhood in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Charles B. Shannon
1948-2003
Photographed By James Hulse, April 20, 2024
1. Charles B. Shannon Marker
Customer Information Center
at Ellis Alley Park and Ride
Dedicated January 2004 at the Ellis Alley Park and Ride by VIA Metropolitan Transit Board of Trustees and staff as a lasting tribute to Charles B. Shannon's dedication to public transportation and the community.
Shannon was first appointed to the VIA Board of Trustees in 1995 and was elected to the position of chair by his fellow board members in January 2001. During his tenure of service, VIA implemented a bus-replacement program to modernize the fleet with accessible, environmentally friendly buses. The Ellis Alley Park and Ride became a reality, the Citizens Advisory Council was formed; and a new system of bus service was developed. He came to the VIA Board with no political agenda, and he always made decisions and extended his influence with the bus rider and the community in mind.
Shannon was also well-known as an activist and a leader on the eastside of San Antonio for over 30 years. He was a voice for small businesses and community partnerships, and he played active roles on many boards and commissions that promote neighborhood and community improvement.
Baltazar Serna, Jr., vice chair of the VIA Board under Charles B, Shannon's leadership, expressed his admiration for Shannon in the
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Via Metropolitan Transit
Board of Trustees
Shelton E. Padgett, Chair • Charles R. Munoz, Vice Chair • Leo T. Lopez, Secretary • Gracie A. Acuna • Thomas Brady • Hank Brummett • Barbara B. Christian • Nancy L. Englebert • Oliver W. Hill • Tomas T. Moreno • Timothy N. Tuggey • John M. Milam, President/CEO
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical month for this entry is January 2004.
Location. 29° 25.397′ N, 98° 28.785′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in the Eastside Promise Neighborhood. Marker is on Chestnut Street north of East Commerce Street, on the right when traveling north. The marker is located in front of a small building on a stone pedestal. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 212 Chestnut St, San Antonio TX 78202, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Ellis Alley Enclave (here, next to this marker); The Beacon Light Lodge Hall (here, next to this marker); The Spire (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Cameo Theater
Photographed By James Hulse, April 20, 2024
2. Charles B. Shannon Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 20, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 43 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 28, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
