. The Alliance is comprised of over 30 member organizations including homeowner and neighborhood associations and individuals, primarily located in City Council District 9. The purpose of the organization is to assist Alliance member associations and individuals in dealing with community issues, educate members and member associations as to issues within the governments of San Antonio, Bexar County, and the State of Texas. Alliance meetings are usually held on the fourth Wednesday of each month, and are composed of a brief business meeting followed by a program and discussion period consisting of presentations by representatives of various city, county, state, school district, and activist groups located within San Antonio and Bexar County.