News Releases
Mayor Keller Highlights “ABQ at Home” Initiative
City addressing tightening housing market with four-pronged approach totaling nearly $450 million in investments and leveraged funds
Mayor’s Metro Crime Initiative Concludes Final Session, “Calling in backup: Career Pipelines” as Communities Grapple with Staffing and Morale Issues
In the weeks to come, partners will roll out agenda of action Items from five sessions targeted at fixing criminal justice system to make communities safer
Albuquerque Metro Leads Southwestern Cities in COVID-19 Vaccination Uptake
Albuquerque has higher vaccination rate compared to other metro areas in the region
In Wake of Violent Weeks, Mayor’s Metro Crime Initiative Develops Strategies for Shutting Revolving Door
Key stakeholders aim to increase community safety through adequate sentencing, resources for victims, and offender reentry services to mitigate threats.
Mayor Keller's Twenty-Second Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus
View Mayor Keller's Twenty-Second Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus.
Legislation to Tackle Speeding and Save Lives Unanimously Passes Committee
Mobile speed enforcement headed for full City Council vote.
Mayor Keller Issues Statement on Police Injured in the Line of Duty
Mayor Keller Issues Statement on Police Injured in the Line of Duty.
Mayor Keller Issues Statement on Tragic Shooting at Washington Middle School
Mayor Keller Issues Statement on Tragic Shooting at Washington Middle School
Mayor Convenes Third Session of Metro Crime Initiative as Cities Grapple with Rising Homicides and Gun Violence
Criminal justice leaders and community stakeholders develop recommendations to tackle pattern of criminal re-offenses commonly known as “revolving door.”
City Encourages Residents to “Work for the City You Love” with Benefits and Bonuses to Support Families
Hiring bonuses start at $750, jobs available across departments for all backgrounds
City and Neighborhoods Organize for National Night Out, Country-wide Public Safety Effort
City leaders join families throughout metro to connect directly on public safety and other priorities.
City Gathers Initial Public Input on Mobile Speed Enforcement
Vision Zero sought input from residents on use of mobile speed enforcement technology.
Mayor Keller Gives Update on One ABQ Youth Connect Fall Youth Programs
Registration now open for programs to keep kids safe and engaged before and after school.
Metro Crime Initiative Meets for Second Session Focused on Early Intervention
System experts and community stakeholders gathered to examine and develop recommendations to strengthen criminal justice system.
City Gives Update on Multi-Use Stadium Facility Bond Resolution
If approved by City Council, resolution would go to voters to decide in November.
City Receives Feasibility Study for Multi-Purpose Stadium
The facility would be the permanent home of the New Mexico United, and offer a variety of opportunities for event and community use
Mayor Keller Announces Proposal to put Multi-Use Stadium to a Public Vote
Proposal heads to council, would place a question on the ballot for construction of a stadium for a variety of uses and the permanent home for The New Mexico United.
Mayor Tim Keller Launches Albuquerque Metro Crime Initiative
Convening leaders across criminal justice system to develop consensus ‘must do list’ of action items to strengthen crime fighting across the criminal justice system.
City Announces Additional Spots for Some of its Youth Summer Programs
1000 new swimming lesson spots, plus availability at community centers and adventure camp.
Mayor Keller's Twentieth Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus
View Mayor Keller's Twentieth Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus.
Mayor Keller's Twenty-First Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus
View Mayor Keller's Twentieth Declaration of Emergency Procedures & Assistance Due to Novel Coronavirus.
City of Albuquerque Prepared for Capacity Restrictions to be Lifted
City departments, facilities, programs return to pre-COVID operations in July.
City of Albuquerque Aviation Department to Receive Third Round of Airport Rescue Grants
$21.7M to be distributed to city airports as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.
Proposal to Limit Shelter Services at Gibson Health Hub Defeated in City Council 8-1
Allows collaborative planning process of Gateway Shelter and Gibson Health Hub to continue.
City Begins Exploring Vision Zero’s Mobile Speed Enforcement Recommendation
Invites community input to shape policymaking on reducing speeding fatalities.
City Secures Space for Public Safety District Office in Heart of Downtown
Keller administration one step closer to activating Rosenwald Building at 4th and Central.
Public Provides Input on Cannabis Zoning and Gas Tax
City of Albuquerque Constituent Services sought input from residents on the topics of cannabis zoning and the proposed gas tax.
Mayor Keller Vetoes Gas Tax
Not the right time while families and businesses are recovering from pandemic.
Mayor Keller Signs 2022 Recovery Budget and Albuquerque Rescue Plan, Authorizing $1.26 Billion in Operating and Stimulus Funding
Funding for year of recovery focuses on priorities for city: public safety, economic development, and public health and safety net.
Mayor Keller Issues Statement on New CDC and DOH Mask Guidelines
Mayor Tim Keller issued the following statement on the CDC and DOH’s update to mask guidelines for those who are fully vaccinated: