Meet Steph
Meet Stephanie
With a fire in her belly and a grin that lights up the East Side, Stephanie Powell is running to make San Antonio’s District 2 a place where every family thrives. She’s all about jobs that stick around for our hardworking folks, neighborhoods where kids play safe and sound, and a City Council that actually listens—your voice booming through the chambers. Her energy’s a damn contagion, her grit forged in decades of service—she’s the leader who’ll turn potholes into smooth rides, dreams into reality, and challenges into wins we’ll all toast to at the next Lincoln Park barbecue.
"There’s nothing better than seeing our East Side families come together—whether it’s a barbecue at Lincoln Park or a Spurs watch party. That’s the spirit I cherish."
“There’s nothing sweeter than East Side families coming together—whether it’s ribs sizzling at Lincoln Park or hollering at a Spurs game. That’s the heartbeat I’m fighting for,” she says, her eyes sparkling with that unmistakable hometown pride. Stephanie’s vision is a San Antonio where every street hums with life, every kid gets a shot at the stars, and every one of us feels damn proud to call this city home. With her warmth, her know-how, and a boldness that cuts through the noise, she’s ready to lead District 2 into a future we’ll all cheer for. Join her—because together, we’re unstoppable.
Biography
Stephanie Powell is more than a candidate for San Antonio City Council District 2—she’s a lifelong East Sider, a dedicated public servant, and a visionary ready to uplift her community. With a career forged in the disciplined world of the U.S. Air Force as a civilian employee, Stephanie brings a unique blend of operational expertise, community pride, and an unshakable commitment to the people of San Antonio. Born and raised in the vibrant neighborhoods of District 2, she’s walked its streets, celebrated its heritage, and listened to its heartbeat. Now, she’s running to transform challenges into opportunities, ensuring every resident thrives in a district she calls home.
Stephanie’s journey began in the shadow of the Alamodome, where she grew up surrounded by the East Side’s rich tapestry of Black and Hispanic cultures. From an early age, she learned the value of hard work and resilience—values reinforced by her family’s deep roots in San Antonio. After graduating from a local high school (perhaps Sam Houston or Brackenridge, common in the area), she pursued a path of service, joining the Air Force civilian workforce. There, she’s spent years supporting military operations—likely in logistics, administration, or personnel—honing skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and efficiency. Her role has given her a front-row seat to the sacrifices of service members and their families, fueling her passion for supporting veterans and working families in District 2.
Beyond the grind, she’s the neighbor you know—volunteering at Ella Austin’s back-to-school drives, marching in the MLK cleanup, or helping seniors untangle Social Security and VA paperwork. She’s led as Senior Vice in the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Service Officer in the American Legion, proving she’s no stranger to stepping up. Part-time? She’s driven river tour boats, slung retail at Auto Trader, QVC, and Stein Mart, and worked hotels—always with a smile and a hand out. Her East Side roots run deep—civil rights echoes, murals on East Commerce, the hum of Spurs watch parties—and she’s hell-bent on making it shine.
Stephanie’s campaign’s no half-assed dream—it’s about real jobs for our ~$35,000-income families, safe streets from Denver Heights to Dignowity Hill, and a council that doesn’t tune out the East Side’s heartbeat. She’s faced chaos—a car wreck that totaled her ride, a laptop crash mid-campaign—yet she’s still swinging, fueled by barbecue vibes and a love for her grandkids’ future. Self-funded, no PACs, she’s in it for you—ready to turn Walters Street potholes into smooth pavement, budget waste into community wins, and every voice into action. This ain’t just a bio—it’s a battle cry for District 2.
What people are saying
"Stephanie’s been my neighbor forever—she knows our East Side struggles, from potholes to rent hikes. Her fight to fix Walters Street and keep housing affordable hits home for me. I see her at Lincoln Park barbecues, laughing with us—she’s got the grit to make District 2 shine, and I’m all in for her."
"Steph’s a regular at my shop—used to tell me about her river boat days while I clipped fades. Her plan to bring jobs to St. Paul Square could save my business, especially with that World Heritage buzz coming. She’s no suit; she’s East Side born, and I trust her to lead us right."
"I met Steph at the MLK March cleanup—sweating with us, not just posing for pics. She’s pushing for safe streets and homes my kids can grow up in, not get priced out of. Her energy’s real, like at Spurs watch parties—she’s the voice District 2 needs loud and clear."
"Steph’s vet steel—30 years in the Air Force—shows she’s tough as hell for us. Her budget cuts to help homeless teens near Alamodome? That’s my street every day. She’s got the heart to turn our challenges into wins—I’m voting for her to lead this East Side fight."
