City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
City of Albuquerque Opens Artist Applications for the UETF Resiliency Residency Program
Artists from all disciplines and mediums invited to apply by Oct. 27.
ABQ RIDE to Implement Updated Bus Schedule
City seeks to improve reliability of ABQ RIDE bus service.
City Gets Ready to Welcome Visitors for the 51st International Balloon Fiesta
Officials highlight public safety, park improvements and balloon museum events.
City Councilors Approve Urging Legislative Action for Public Safety and Behavioral Health, and Affirm Constitutional Right to Keep and Bear Arms
The bills were approved at the October 2, 2023 City Council Meeting.
From Underdog to Top Dog
Animal Welfare Department director is now a Certified Animal Services Executive Leader.
Arts & Culture’s One Albuquerque, One Hundred Poets Wins Top NM-AZ Book Award
“City at a Crossroads” and “Journey West: Danny Lyon” recognized as finalists
Community Safety Department Marks 2 Years of Service
ACS continues to be transformational for Albuquerque’s public safety system.
Updated: City Celebrates the Annular Eclipse with Four Temporary Public Art Installations
Installations on view at the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum October 7 - 15.
Live Entertainment in Old Town Returns During Balloon Fiesta Week
Free family friendly events feature mix of regional sounds begins this Friday.
GCC Rio Grande, Inc. Tijeras Portland Cement Manufacturing Facility
GCC requests an air quality permit modification for a pound-per-hour emission increase for NOx and CO from the kilns due to operational fluctuations and a decrease in SO2 emissions.
Sun Van Scheduling Software Will be Down for Upgrades
ABQ RIDE makes improvements to increase Sun Van scheduling efficiency.
Dr. Samantha Sengel Unanimously Confirmed as City’s New Chief Administrative Officer
Dr. Sengel to transition into the role held by retiring CAO Lawrence Rael.
Trash, Recycling, and Large Items Will be Collected on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Customers who are regularly scheduled for service on Mondays should put their trash and recycling at the curb for collection.
Lowrider Bicycle Built by Duke City Lowrider Bike Club Unveiled in Washington D.C.
The lowrider bicycle was built by students from the Duke City and Olathe, KS Lowrider Bicycle Clubs.
Quality-of-Life Projects, Including Stadium, Proceed
City intends to lease land at Balloon Fiesta Park to New Mexico United for privately-funded stadium.
Four Albuquerque Senior Centers Earn National Accreditation
Senior Affairs staff recognized by City Council for their achievement
Mayor’s Office Appoints new Chief of Staff
Veronica Martinez brings public and private sector leadership experience to the role.
Balloon Museum Adds Must-See Events, New Exhibits, and Extended Hours During Balloon Fiesta
Annular eclipse viewing event, artist talks, craft cocktails, and more on tap October 7-15.
Celebrate the Splendors of Autumn at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden's Harvest Festival Oct. 7 and 8
Event features live music, local artisans, Discovery Stations, and more.
An Event to Eclipse all Others at the Balloon Museum Celebrates Celestial Sensation
Annular eclipse takes path over Albuquerque skies on Oct. 14.