City of Albuquerque
Recent News About City of Albuquerque
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On Saturday, June 1, the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County will launch the inaugural Summer of Nonviolence campaign at Pat Hurley Park (Upper Loop) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with sound available for media at 11:30 a.m.
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A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be present at the Plaza Del Sol Building, Basement Hearing Room on June 3, 2024. The purpose of this gathering is for CPOA Board members to meet with the monitoring team.
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Today, Mayor Tim Keller, City Councilors Tammy Fiebelkorn and Renee Grout, and the Health, Housing & Homelessness department inaugurated the first 49 units completed at Los Altos Lofts. This former hotel has been converted into affordable housing as part of the City’s Housing Forward ABQ initiative. The City purchased the property on Hotel Avenue in April 2023 and immediately began work to convert the 104 hotel rooms into efficiency and one-bedroom apartments. The first tenants will begin moving into completed units starting June 1, 2024.
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ABQ BioPark Concerts return to the Zoo and Botanic Garden, promising an experience that combines the beauty of nature with the power of music. This year's lineup includes a range of musical genres from boleros to blues and reggae to R&B, catering to diverse musical tastes. Tickets for Zoo Music and Garden Music, featuring national touring acts and local favorites respectively, are on sale now at www.abqtickets.com.
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Mary Oishi's two-year term as Albuquerque's fifth Poet Laureate from 2020 to 2022 marked a significant period in history. COVID-19 had just become a household term, public gatherings were dwindling, and virtual events became the primary mode of interaction. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Oishi's tenure saw a surge in creativity and community engagement as she utilized virtual platforms to bring poets together for her project, Poets in the Libraries.
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City Council President Dan Lewis issued a statement on May 29, 2024, addressing recent developments involving the New Mexico State Ethics Commission (NMSEC). According to Lewis, he received a letter from the NMSEC director on April 3, 2024, requesting information regarding anonymous allegations that he violated the Governmental Conduct Act by accepting a position as Executive Director of the Asphalt Pavement Association of New Mexico.
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The City of Albuquerque's Heights Summerfest is set to take place on Saturday, June 15, from 5 to 10 p.m. at North Domingo Baca Park. This free event aims to bring families, friends, and neighbors together to celebrate the beginning of summer with music, food, and local businesses.
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In celebration of National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the Department of Senior Affairs and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico will host a free health event for adults 50 and over on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center.
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City Council President and District 5 Councilor Dan Lewis, Mayor Tim Keller, and other city officials convened on Tuesday afternoon to initiate the construction of the Westside's first multigenerational center. The new Northwest Multigenerational Center (MGC), part of the planned four-phase Cibola Loop project, will be located at the intersection of Cuba Road and Cibola Loop. This facility will be Albuquerque's fourth multigenerational center.
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Today, Mayor Tim Keller and the Animal Welfare Department (AWD) announced the near completion of phase one renovations to modernize the Westside Animal Shelter. The $4.5 million project aims to reduce stress for shelter animals while enhancing the experience for patrons, prospective adopters, and volunteers. Funding sources include Capital funding, GO Bonds, State Junior Bill, State Capital Outlay, General Fund, and donations.
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In efforts to continue preserving a cleaner and more beautiful community, the City of Albuquerque officially launched a series of Rapid Hire Events today. Starting this morning and continuing every other Thursday through September, the department will open its doors to those seeking a rewarding career with competitive pay and exceptional benefits. Each event will provide job seekers with guidance and the tools needed to complete their application and begin the hiring process.
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ALBUQUERQUE – ABQ RIDE and the Transit Advisory Board are seeking 100 community volunteers for a day of service to clean bus stops along the historic Route 66 on Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The 3rd Annual Adopt-A-Stop Community Bus Stop Cleanup will target bus stops in the International District from Girard to Wyoming, ensuring they are prepared for the Albuquerque Pride Parade the following Saturday.
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ALBUQUERQUE — Today, Mayor Tim Keller and the Animal Welfare Department (AWD) announced the near completion of phase one renovations to improve and modernize the Westside Animal Shelter. The $4.5 million project aims to reduce stress for shelter animals while creating a welcoming experience for patrons, prospective adopters, and volunteers. Funding sources include Capital funding, GO Bonds, State Junior Bill, State Capital Outlay, General Fund, and donations.
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ALBUQUERQUE – Shelter is as important for animals as it is for humans. Albuquerque City Councilors Tammy Fiebelkorn (District 7) and Dan Champine (District 8) teamed up with the Albuquerque Woodworkers Association and the City Animal Welfare Department (AWD) to ensure more dogs in the community have shelter. Many companion animal guardians are not aware that dogs who live outdoors must be provided with a doghouse under local laws. Others cannot afford to purchase a doghouse or lack the skill to build one of appropriate size. The AWD’s Community Doghouse Program aims to...
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Today marks the beginning of a transformative journey for the Central Crossing Bridge in Albuquerque. Demolition has commenced on the existing pedestrian undercrossing to prepare for the construction of two ramps, one on each side of the pass, aimed at providing a safe and accessible at-grade crossing on the upper railway portion. This infrastructure improvement is intended to enhance safety and foster community connectivity between neighborhoods.
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On May 22, 2024, the City of Albuquerque announced the publication of Council Bill No. O-24-10, sponsored by Klarissa J. Peña by request. The bill authorizes the issuance and sale of Gross Receipts Tax Improvement Revenue Bonds in one or more series, with an aggregate principal amount not exceeding $22,500,000.
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On May 22, 2024, the Council Bill No. O-24-5 was published under Enactment No. O-2024-010. The bill is sponsored by Tammy Fiebelkorn, Nichole Rogers, and Joaquín Baca by request.
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On May 22, 2024, Council Bill No. O-24-15 was officially enacted as Ordinance No. O-2024-012. Sponsored by Brook Bassan, the ordinance repeals Chapter 9, Article 6 of the Revised Ordinances of Albuquerque (R.O.A.) from 1994, which pertained to food and beverages ordinances. In its place, it establishes a new framework known as the Food Service and Retail Ordinance.
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On May 22, 2024, the publication of Council Bill No. O-24-16 was announced. The bill, also known as Enactment No. O-2024-013, is sponsored by Joaquin Baca.
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The City of Albuquerque's park system now ranks 15th in the nation, according to the 2024 ParkScore Index. Albuquerque advanced eight spots from its 2023 ranking and has climbed 22 positions over the past four years among America's 100 largest cities. The ParkScore Index, issued annually by the Trust for Public Land (TPL), evaluates parks based on 14 measures across five categories: Acreage, Access, Investment, Amenities, and Equity.