City of Albuquerque
Recent News About City of Albuquerque
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The 2025 New Mexico legislative session began on January 21 and ends on March 22, 2025. It is projected that legislators will have $892.3 million in “new money” available in 2025.
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The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) has escalated its legal battle with the City of Albuquerque by issuing a subpoena to CivicPlus/NextRequest, the company that manages the city’s public records database.
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City of Albuquerque Local Government Coordinating Commission met Thursday, Oct. 24
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Once again, New Mexicans wake up to learn the Federal Government has raided the homes of New Mexicans. The last time was in July 2021, when Democrat House Speaker Sheryl William Stapleton's home was raided. This time, it was Albuquerque Police officers and a defense attorney while the Bernalillo County District Attorney dismissed 144 driving under the influence. We will soon learn what the Federal Attorney General’s office is investigating and why Bernalillo DA dismissed 144 DUI cases.
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From the City of Albuquerque website, Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency/Rail Trail /Design, “Antoine Predock & Associates, in partnership with Pland Collaborative and Wilson & Company, are spearheading the design of the Albuquerque Rail Trail. This team will create a modern and artistic pathway that reflects the culture and history of the land of enchantment. It will transform our downtown neighborhoods and elevate the way we experience our city.
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Albuquerque city councilors and local advocates agree that a homelessness problem exists, but thoughts differ on the potential solutions.
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In the run-up to the Dec. 12 runoff election for District 6, Mayor Tim Keller is facing allegations of backing specific candidates through his political apparatus and influencing city employees to support his chosen contenders.
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City Council candidate for District 6 Nichole Rogers failed to file the required legal documents for her charitable nonprofit and to make a full accounting as to where funds raised have gone.
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City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 4
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The New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) is vowing to sue the City of Albuquerque for failing to take legal action against the petty and sometimes violent crimes allegedly committed by transients and vagrants.
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Mark Twain's Wisdom Rings True: Why Active Citizenship Matters Now More Than Ever
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The City of Albuquerque and Consolidated Builders face record fines for ignoring asbestos risks at Mayor Keller's pet project, the Gateway Homeless Shelter, according to a damning report by New Mexico's OHSB.
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The FBI has not yet completed its uniform crime reporting statistics for 2021 but has done so for 2020.
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Albuquerque's Rio Grande is in a sorry state
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On July 22, Mayor Tim Keller was joined by world-renowned architect Antoine Predock to announce plans for the Albuquerque Rail Trail project.
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On Aug. 14, the City of Albuquerque introduced an art competition organized by Keep Albuquerque Beautiful, a branch of the Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD), to design the official Junk Jog t-shirt. According to a press release from the city, the Junk Jog event involves jogging while collecting litter to enhance the Bosque's cleanliness.
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On Aug. 7, the ABQ BioPark, in collaboration with Mayor Tim Keller, released its annual report, spotlighting the significant changes driven by the 1/8 cent gross receipts tax (GRT), according to a press release. Approved by voters and effective from July 2016, the GRT has spurred major renovations, highlighted in the report, which details completed, ongoing and upcoming projects.
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Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, alongside Department of Senior Affairs personnel and community leaders, paid tribute to approximately 350 volunteers on Aug. 4 at the 2023 AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Appreciation Breakfast, sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico. This annual event serves to honor the contributions of senior volunteers who offer their time and expertise at various locations across the city of Albuquerque, according to a press release.
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The regular 2023 municipal election to elect City Councilors for City Council Districts 2, 4, 6, and 8 will be held on November 7, 2023 along with $200 Million in bonds to be approved by city voters.
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For almost 20 years, Palette Contemporary Art and Craft in Albuquerque has been offering artwork for a wide range of customers and every type of budget. By searching locally, nationally and abroad, gallery owner Kurt Nelson takes pride in finding a range of modern art in all price ranges, ensuring that patrons with varying financial capacities can acquire special pieces that align with their taste.