City Council Highlights
Announcements from the Albuquerque City Council.
City of Albuquerque Celebrates 75 Years of Sandia National Laboratories
The City Council passes a resolution commemorating the contributions of SNL in Albuquerque.
City of Albuquerque Awarded “Corporation of the Year” by the Black Chamber
Black Chamber of Commerce of New Mexico honors ABQ’s investment in small businesses
City Councilors Co-Sponsor Artificial Intelligence Policy Resolution
City’s use of AI should be transparent, fair, and accountable
Council Vote Designates Historic Fairview Cemetery as City Landmark
The cemetery is the final resting place of historic figures from Albuquerque’s past.
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.
City Councilor Renée Grout introduces Resolution to Improve Social Media Accountability
Resolution seeks to establish standards and guidelines for City-run social communications
Carlisle Cleaners Site Proposed for National Priorities List
Environmental Protection Agency announced adding the site to their Superfund National Priorities List and outlined next steps, including public comment period.
Carlisle Cleaners Site Proposed for National Priorities List
Environmental Protection Agency announced adding the site to their Superfund National Priorities List and outlined next steps, including public comment period.
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.
Community Mourns the Loss of Beloved Leader
Cherished volunteer and community leader for the Southwest Mesa remembered.
Councilor Sanchez Files Complaint with NM Department of Public Safety Against APD Chief Medina
Chief’s actions on accident scene appear to be in violation of state law.
District 8 Seeking Applicants for the Metropolitan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Public board's District 8 seat is one of several vacancies to be filled.
City Focused on Building "Third Places" for Albuquerque Families
Expansion of Joan Jones Community Center will add needed community resources
City Focused on Building "Third Places" for Albuquerque Families
Expansion of Joan Jones Community Center will add needed community resources
Councilors Bassan and Grout Support Withdrawal of Proposed Minimum Wage Ordinance
Councilors want community input to ensure differing perspectives are considered.
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.
Expansion of Westgate Community Center Means More Summer Fun
Community center adds splash pad and more indoor learning spaces
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.
Council Passes Omnibus City Charter Referendums for 2024 Election
Measures aimed at streamlining government hiring practices for administrative functions.
City Council Proclamation Celebrates Juneteenth 2024
‘Reclaiming our Roots’ is the theme of this year’s celebration.
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.
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.