Council proclaims Manufacturing Month; Toyota announces $3.6 billion investment and 2,000 jobs by 2030
October 01, 2026 | San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas
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The San Antonio City Council proclaimed October as Manufacturing Month, emphasizing the sector's role in regional economic growth and workforce development.
Francisco Garcia, introduced as the new vice president of manufacturing at Toyota Texas, thanked the city and said Toyota's latest $3,600,000,000 investment will double the plant's size and bring "2,000 more jobs by 2030." He credited the city's support for helping secure the investment and stressed manufacturers' role in building career pathways for residents.
Council members praised partnerships between manufacturers, schools and workforce programs. Council members highlighted local training pipelines—such as Ready to Work and school-district career programs—and encouraged continued coordination to ensure residents access those jobs.
The proclamation recognizes local manufacturers and calls for continued investment in workforce training and manufacturing infrastructure.
Francisco Garcia, introduced as the new vice president of manufacturing at Toyota Texas, thanked the city and said Toyota's latest $3,600,000,000 investment will double the plant's size and bring "2,000 more jobs by 2030." He credited the city's support for helping secure the investment and stressed manufacturers' role in building career pathways for residents.
Council members praised partnerships between manufacturers, schools and workforce programs. Council members highlighted local training pipelines—such as Ready to Work and school-district career programs—and encouraged continued coordination to ensure residents access those jobs.
The proclamation recognizes local manufacturers and calls for continued investment in workforce training and manufacturing infrastructure.
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