SAN ANTONIO – A source has confirmed to KSAT 12 News that District 8 Councilman Ron Nirenberg will be running for mayor.

Nirenberg is expected to make the official announcement next week.

Nirenberg was first elected to the District 8 council seat in 2013.

KSAT 12’s Steve Spriester spoke to Nirenberg Friday afternoon. The councilman would not confirm a run for mayor, but he said he’s “getting supporters together to talk about the future and put the speculation to rest.”

During his tenure, Nirenberg focused on challenges such as improving transportation infrastructure, embracing new technology and creating jobs.