News Releases
One Albuquerque Fund Makes Major Donation to House Vulnerable Homeless Population at Critical Time
Residents can support the City’s Coronavirus response with contributions
Mayor Keller Declares Local Public Health Emergency Due to COVID-19
Directs resources to response and recovery, allows City to tap into State and Federal Funding
Mayor Tim Keller Appoints Michael Puelle as Chief of Staff
Public policy expert brings wealth of knowledge to City government
Mayor Keller Encourages Residents to Support Local Businesses to Ease the Impact of the Coronavirus Outbreak
Creates business resource guide, encourages Burqueños to buy gift cards, order takeout or delivery, and buy local online and offline
Mayor Keller Announces Ways for Community to Help During Coronavirus Response
Utilizing city related foundations to help public safety and most vulnerable
Mayor Keller Directs City to Maximize Social Distancing While Continuing Essential Services
Procedures for City employees on mandatory telework, decentralization of field operations, and more
Mayor Keller Provides Update on Local Response to Coronavirus: Prioritizes City Resources for Those Most in Need
City services, facilities, programs and events tailored to increase social distancing and meet the needs of seniors, children and families
City Notified that I-25 Site is Off the Table for 300-Bed Gateway Center
Mayor Keller convening working group to discuss City, County, University collaboration on the Gateway Center and Homelessness.
Mayor Keller Announces Appointment of Lan Sena to City Council
Sena’s dedication to Westside community, life story represent the true Albuquerque spirit
Mayor Continues Local Response to Coronavirus as First Presumptive Positives are Found in New Mexico
City recommends health precautions, takes next steps on regional public health response
Mayor Keller’s ‘Play Ball’ Initiative Invests $3.3 Million to Upgrade Little League Fields Citywide
Out-of-school time activities keep kids safe and engaged
Mayor Keller Directs Funds to Gun Buy-Back Program
Gives people a safe way to dispose of unwanted firearms, keeps guns out of the wrong hands
Mayor Keller Convenes Key Stakeholders for COVID-19 Preparedness Meeting
NM Department of Health, City Environmental Health, other Central NM agencies preparing for future action
City Releases List of Finalist Gateway Center Sites
Top 3 sites identified based on public input, voices of homeless, proximity to services, lot size and availability, project cost, and time to complete
Mayor Tim Keller Honors ABQ Resident with One Albuquerque Award: Feb. 27, 2020
Ceanne Gonzales, an R.N. at UNM Hospital’s Gen. Pediatrics Unit, was recognized.
City’s Legislative Push Yields Strong Funding Boost to Albuquerque’s Crime Fighting Effort
City eclipses $60 Million mark in funding from state for roads, housing the homeless, parks and open space, and more
Legislature, City Improving Safety at City View Park
Mayor Keller announces lighting to increase safety and accessible hours
City of Albuquerque Hosts Second Annual One Albuquerque: Youth Job & Volunteer Fair
This year’s fair sees more youth and employer involvement.
APD Lab Will Be First in New Mexico to Utilize New DNA Analysis Technology
Mayor Keller thanks area legislators for upgrades to help make Albuquerque safer.
City Launches Mayor Keller’s Equity Training Initiative
Series of equity trainings for City employees designed to foster culture change.
Albuquerque Again Ranked #1 Best Place to Live and Work as a MovieMaker in 2020
2019 a blockbuster year for the Albuquerque Film Office, more expected in 2020.
APD Highlights Early Success of Metro 15, Asks Public to Call Crime Stoppers with Information about Violent Criminals
20 Violent Offenders Arrested in First Two Months of Continuous Operation.
Mayor Tim Keller Thanks State Lawmakers for Help with Daniel Webster Inclusive Park
New inclusive park helps children of all abilities play.
City Negotiates Agreement to Address Nuisance 7-Eleven Properties
Agreement ends sales of minis and pints at these locations, sets other requirements.
City Launches New Workforce Development Program: Job Training Albuquerque
Partnership with CNM fills gaps left by other workforce development programs in order to skill-up Albuquerque’s workforce.
New City Diversion Program Aims to Break Career-Criminal Pipeline, Reduce Crime
Rapid Accountability Diversion Program will help bring restorative justice, decrease recidivism.
NOTICE: Keller Administration Begins Process to Fill District 1 City Council Seat
Mayor Tim Keller will begin accepting applications for Albuquerque’s District 1 City Council seat.
Albuquerque International Sunport Highlights Sustainablity Efforts
Sustainability programs include solar power initiatives, recycling, and electric vehicles.
Mayor Tim Keller Announces Resilience and Sustainability Expert from City of New Orleans as Next Environmental Health Director
Appointee brings sustainability and environmental leadership to City.
Mayor Keller’s State of the City Remarks Focus on Addressing Albuquerque’s Biggest Challenges
Major announcements part of city’s journey to fight crime and homelessness, create jobs, expand opportunities for kids in 2020.