District 7 News
More Protections for Renters in Albuquerque
New cooling requirement and manufactured housing rights.
City Councilors Co-Sponsor Artificial Intelligence Policy Resolution
City’s use of AI should be transparent, fair, and accountable
Riders Use Zero Fares Bus Ride to Shop at Winrock Park Market
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, ABQ RIDE, and Winrock Town Center encouraged Albuquerque residents to utilize Zero Fares to visit local vendors at Winrock Park Market.
Annual Mutt Strutt Fundraiser at Altura Park
Altura Park Neighborhood Association hosted the Pet Fair and Community Social benefiting Positive Links.
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn Recognizes City Workers for Lifesaving Effort at Palo Duro Senior Center
Center’s Manager and a City General Services employee saved a man’s life.
Mayor Keller Signs Legislation Requiring Consultation for Development that Impacts Tribal Land
Signing follows unanimous City Council vote to strengthen Tribal Engagement in Planning
Electrifying: ABQ RIDE Amps Up Service with Electric Vans
Microtransit program brings City a step closer to a zero emissions fleet.
City Animal Welfare Department, UNM College of Nursing Celebrate Research Findings
Novel initiative used tissues from spay and neuter clinics for research study of microplastics and male reproduction.
City Solidifies Sustainability Resolution
Resolution commits to cross-departmental sustainability initiatives
City Councilors Approve Bernalillo County’s Improvement Special Assessment Program for City of Albuquerque
The State Program funds access to long-term, fixed rate loans for clean energy updates for commercial property owners.
Proposed Amendment to Immigrant Friendly Policy Fails 4-5
The amendment’s opponents say the measure targeted ‘status,’ not criminal behavior.
City Modernizes Westside Animal Shelter
Renovations will improve the experience of both shelter pets and visiting patrons.
Councilors Fund Doghouses for City Animal Welfare Department
Albuquerque Woodworkers Association builds 30 doghouses to replenish the Department’s Community Doghouse Program.
City Receives $1.7 Million to Continue Helping Families Make Sustainability Upgrades
The City Council approved the measure sponsored by Albuquerque District 7 City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, providing $100k a year for the project since its beginning, giving assistance and technical help for limited-income New Mexicans who experience high energy burden in their households.
Arts and Culture Department Presenation from Committee of the Whole Meeting
Department's budget presentation with question and answer period.
Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative Holds First Meeting
MRGHC is a joint City/County initiative to acquire land and renovate buildings for affordable housing.
Albuquerque City Council Supports Radiation Exposure Compensation Act for the People of New Mexico
District 7 Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn’s proclamation urges U.S. Legislators to extend and expand help for New Mexicans for the first time.
City Launches Affordable Mobility Platform
'Carshare' program connects residents in need with electric vehicles
Council Passes Resolution for Fecal Matter Clean Up
City to hire vendor for human waste removal and disposal from public and private properties.
City of Albuquerque’s Community Energy Efficiency Project Recognized Nationally
The Community Energy Efficiency project is an example of a clean energy program that produces tangible benefits to under-served communities.
City Council Approves Appointment of Travis Kellerman to Impact Fee Committee
Tech entrepreneur seen as innovative resource for the Committee
City Council Creates Hospitality Revitalization Working Group
Group to Revamp City’s Motel Voucher Program and address motel blight.
Council Selects New Civilian Police Oversight Agency Executive Director
Dianne McDermott's experience as interim director provides for a seamless transition
Revitalize San Pedro Partnership Accepted into New Mexico MainStreet Accelerator Program
Neighbors’ consistent efforts open door for MainStreet America Affiliation™.
Preliminary Injunction Halts Enforcement of Controversial City Ordinance
City Council overstep poses legal questions.
Sandia High School Traffic Calming Safety Study
The Albuquerque City Council has received the final Sandia High School Traffic Safety and Calming Study
City Recognizes Tribal Sovereignty with Updated Development Process
Proposed IDO changes allow for proactive Tribal input on projects around Tribal land.
Councilor Fiebelkorn Presents Proclamation Recognizing National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn presented the proclamation to the City’s Animal Welfare Department.
City Council Approves Collaboration with Bernalillo County on Comprehensive Spending Policy for Opioid Settlement Funds
The City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County will collaborate to spend settlement funds more effectively.