District 9 News
City Council Approves Legislation to Make Public Spaces Safer
Approved legislation will enhance public access, safety, and quality of life.
City Councilor Renée Grout Introduces Resolution to Improve Housing Voucher Program Efficiency and Transparency
Resolution directs Administration to establish a centralized referral system and track housing voucher outcomes.
Holiday Banners to Bring Season’s Cheer, Beauty Along East Central Avenue
The ‘Season’s Greetings’ banners are just the beginning for the planned beautification of Route 66.
City Councilor Renée Grout introduces Resolution to Improve Social Media Accountability
Resolution seeks to establish standards and guidelines for City-run social communications
Councilors Bassan and Grout Support Withdrawal of Proposed Minimum Wage Ordinance
Councilors want community input to ensure differing perspectives are considered.
City Solidifies Sustainability Resolution
Resolution commits to cross-departmental sustainability initiatives
City Council Resolution Creates Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign and Workforce Training
Resolution (R-24-42) seeks to train city employees on human trafficking recognition and raise public awareness.
City Council Passes Resolution to Provide Day Labor Opportunities
Resolution (R-24-41) funds and establishes a pilot program to offer day labor for unhoused individuals.
Councilor Grout and Albuquerque Department of Youth and Family Services' Multicultural Arts Festival 2024 a Huge Success
This colorful weekend celebration featured over 40 artisans displaying and selling wares, international music, dance performances, and cultural foods.
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
City Councilor Dan Lewis Elected City Council President
Councilor Grout elected Vice-President and Councilor Peña elected COW Chair.
City, County, and State Leaders to Host Town Hall Meeting on Public Safety, Housing, and Mental Health
City Councilor Renée Grout, Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas, and State Representatives Debbie Sariñana and Pamelya Herndon are hosting the public meeting at Manzano High School.
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.
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.
City Councilors Urge State Legislative Action for Public Safety and Behavioral Health, and Affirm Constitutional Right to Keep and Bear Arms
The bills will be heard for final action at the October 2, 2023 City Council Meeting.
2nd Annual Touch A Truck Event at Franklin Plaza
Free family event for kids of all ages to get close to fire trucks, rescue vehicles, police cars, and road construction equipment.
City Councilor Renée Grout Calls for Accountability on Gibson Health Hub Expenditures
Preliminary accounting found that over $36 million has been spent so far, but with inconsistent expense tracking across several departments.
City Councilor Pat Davis Elected to Serve as City Council President
Councilor Renee Grout to serve as Vice President and Councilor Brook Bassan to serve as Chairwoman for the Committee of the Whole.
Special Procedures for December 5, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
Special Procedures for November 21, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
Upcoming City Council Meetings Will Be Virtual on Zoom
Three remaining meetings of calendar year 2022 will be held virtually.
New City Council District Boundaries to Take Effect October 20th
District boundaries changed after redistricting process.
Local Leaders Announce Youth Center for Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Funding is being secured, and a stakeholder engagement and visioning process to establish values, priorities, and vision for the Youth Center.
Albuquerque City Council Returns to Hybrid Meeting Format
August 15, 2022, City Council Meeting will be hybrid with in-person and virtual attendance for public.
August 15 Final Action on City Councilor Renée Grout’s Proposal to Reallocate Funds
Councilor Grout’s proposed legislation would appropriate funds originally allocated for Planned Parenthood.
August 1, 2022, City Council Meeting Will Be Virtual on Zoom
Public health indicators will continue to be monitored in anticipation of returning to Council Chambers on August 15, 2022.
Touch A Truck at Four Hills Shopping Center on Saturday, July 16
Free family event to get up close to police cruisers, fire trucks, and heavy equipment.