City of Albuquerque
Recent News About City of Albuquerque
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In support of a recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the ABQ BioPark is saying goodbye to one of its favorite animals, Chopper, the white rhino. While Chopper moves to his newly-constructed two-acre home, 38-year-old female Bertha will welcome a new companion to Albuquerque. Mashile, 37, is a female who needs to be relocated from her current facility due to necessary renovations. As two senior ladies, they are expected to form an ideal pair.
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ALBUQUERQUE - 26-year-old Manuel Maestas has been added to the Metro 15 List. Maestas has an active felony warrant for Child Abuse Resulting in Great Bodily Harm.
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Council Bill No. O-24-20, sponsored by Klarissa J. Peña, has been enacted as Enactment No. O-2024-014. The ordinance authorizes the issuance and sale of the City of Albuquerque, New Mexico Short-Term Lodgers' Tax Improvement Revenue Bonds, Taxable Series 2024. The aggregate principal amount for these bonds will not exceed $1,000,000.
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A new exhibition at the South Broadway Cultural Center titled "The Post Covid Bomb" reflects the resilience required to endure the pandemic shutdown. This exhibition features a diverse collection from more than 30 artists who exhibited their work between 2020 and 2023. Showcasing both previously displayed and new works, the exhibition highlights the unique experiences of creating and presenting art during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition opens with an artist reception on Thursday, June 13 from 5 to 7 p.m.
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On May 10, 2024, 18 members of the Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine’s Emergency Medical Services Academy (EMSA) paramedic program. The cohort underwent a 10-month journey to attain the highest level of training in pre-hospital medical care, which included over 1,000 hours of didactic and lab instruction. Students also completed clinical rotations in local hospitals and field internships to apply their skills in dynamic situations.
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ALBUQUERQUE – Mayor Tim Keller signed the Sustainability Resolution today, which was unanimously passed by City Council. The resolution replaces multiple decades-old sustainability resolutions with modern initiatives aligned with the City’s 2021 Climate Action Plan.
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Today, Mayor Tim Keller signed the Sustainability Resolution, which was unanimously passed by the City Council. The resolution updates several decades-old sustainability measures with contemporary initiatives aligned with the City's 2021 Climate Action Plan.
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ALBUQUERQUE – The City Council has passed R-24-42, a resolution designed to raise community awareness of human trafficking and train city employees to recognize its signs. The Anti-Human Trafficking Public Awareness campaign will be implemented across all city departments, focusing on educating the public about the causes, methods, and impacts of human trafficking within Albuquerque.
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The City of Albuquerque has received the 2024 Income and Rent Limits from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which increases the income threshold for families to qualify for affordable housing starting June 1, 2024. HUD performs an annual assessment of Albuquerque’s Median Family Income, which is used to set qualification standards and rent limits for federally funded housing developments and programs.
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On June 3, 2024, the Albuquerque City Council passed a resolution (R-24-41) to establish and fund a pilot program aimed at providing day labor opportunities for the unsheltered community. This initiative, set for FY 2025, draws inspiration from the city's previous "There’s a Better Way" program, which facilitated nearly 7,000 jobs between 2015 and 2018. The council aims to foster collaboration among local government, community organizations, and businesses.
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ALBUQUERQUE - Councilors Bassan and Grout’s proposed amendment (R-24-45) to the City’s Immigrant Friendly Policy failed to gain enough votes during the Council meeting on Monday night. The measure failed on a 4-5 vote and was highly contested with dozens signing up to speak in opposition.
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The Albuquerque Museum will present "Vivarium: Exploring Intersections of Art, Storytelling, and the Resilience of the Living World," from June 22, 2024, to February 9, 2025. The exhibition will feature works by seven distinguished artists: Nathan Budoff; Patrick McGrath Muñíz; Steven J. Yazzie (Diné/Santa Clara Pueblo); Eliza Naranjo Morse (Santa Clara Pueblo); Stanley Natchez (Shoshone-Tataviam); Julie Buffalohead (Ponca Tribe Indians of Oklahoma); and Eloy Torrez.
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ALBUQUERQUE – City Councilors voted unanimously to allow Bernalillo County’s Improvement Special Assessment program to operate within the City of Albuquerque. The Improvement Special Assessment Act is a state program designed to incentivize commercial property owners to make necessary updates and improvements to their properties and buildings.
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On Saturday, June 1, the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, along with nearly 200 community members, launched the inaugural Summer of Nonviolence campaign at Pat Hurley Park. The summer-long initiative encourages youth to pledge nonviolence and offers a series of events throughout the season for young people to enjoy and stay safe.
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This week, Mayor Tim Keller recognized outstanding members of the Albuquerque community with the Volunteer of the Month and One Albuquerque Awards. The celebration honored award recipients from the last three months for their contributions and service to the city.
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The City of Albuquerque today unveiled the new headquarters for the Albuquerque Community Safety Department (ACS) to local media. The 10,800-square-foot facility, situated in the International District, will accommodate ACS staff and programs while also serving as a community resource center. This marks the first headquarters for an alternative health response department in the nation.
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The City of Albuquerque Environmental Health Department’s Air Quality Program was notified of a fire at 4600 William St SE 87105 on May 31, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. Bernalillo County Fire Rescue responded to the scene while the Air Quality Program continued to monitor the situation. Although the air quality monitors did not reach levels standard to issue a health alert, an alert was proactively issued to warn residents of the smoke. The alert was issued from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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The city is set to host a series of Pride events starting Monday, June 3, 2024. The festivities kick off with Silverfest, an all-ages event celebrating the 55+ community with food, games, karaoke, and entertainment at The Orpheum Community Hub.
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A possible quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may attend a hearing in the case United States v. City of Albuquerque, et al., 1:14-cv-1025 JB/JFR, presided over by Judge Browning. The public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the Vermejo Courtroom of the United States District Courthouse located at 333 Lomas Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
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The City of Albuquerque's vision for a specialty housing navigation center for young adults aged 18-25 is progressing as the city has closed on the purchase of the San Mateo Inn at 2424 San Mateo Blvd NE, in City Council District 7. Acquired for $4,780,000, the hotel will be renovated into a housing navigation center offering age-appropriate wraparound services to help young adults access permanent housing and achieve self-sufficiency.