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Albuquerque, NM – Officers with the Downtown Police Command have extra tools to increase their visibility and community presence with two new e-powered police bikes.Albuquerque City Councilor for District 2 Joaquín Baca and APD were listening when Downtown businesses and residents requested more foot patrols in the area. Through meetings with APD Downtown Command, Councilor Baca learned that officers on foot patrol downtown needed to be able to respond more quickly to calls for service. The councilor asked the patrol officers what they thought would help. The APD...
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Residents in the northwest parts of the city are advised that some recycling routes will experience a delay in collection until Saturday, March 16. The affected streets have been listed, and residents are urged to check if their street is included in the list. For those whose streets are not listed but have not had their recycling picked up, the advice is to contact 311 or visit the city's website to report the missed pick-up.The extensive list of affected streets includes Upper Canyon NW, Black Volcano NW, Cliff Base NW, and many others. The city's recycling collection...
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Albuquerque, you did it! Thanks to the support of the community and everyone who voted, the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden has secured its spot on the list of Best Botanical Gardens. The prestigious recognition comes after previous acknowledgments from the Travel Channel, Trip Advisor, and other platforms that have lauded the garden as among the best in the nation.The news was met with excitement and gratitude from the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, with a spokesperson stating, "Albuquerque, you did it! Thanks to the support of the community and everyone who voted, we secured...
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The City of Albuquerque has announced a new funding opportunity aimed at creating affordable housing through the conversion of hotel and office buildings in and around the International District. Mayor Tim Keller expressed the city's commitment to affordable housing, stating, “We’re putting our money where our mouth is to make sure we’re creating housing for Albuquerque families.”The Request for Proposals (RFP) offers up to $4 million dollars to support housing projects that add affordable units in key Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas. District 6 Councilor Nichole Rodgers...
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4th graders at Zia Elementary School were treated to an interactive field trip with the City of Albuquerque, hosted by Mayor Tim Keller at Civic Plaza on Thursday morning. The event aimed to provide students with a firsthand experience of how the city operates and the various departments within it.Representatives from Albuquerque Police Department, Albuquerque Fire Rescue, Solid Waste Management, Sustainability, and the ABQ BioPark joined Mayor Keller to showcase their work and engage the students. The interactive sessions included demonstrations from three police cars,...
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Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, alongside Councilor Brook Bassan, signed O-24-1 into law today, aiming to enhance the safety and quality of life in neighborhoods by streamlining the process for demolishing unsafe structures. The ordinance focuses on removing unsafe commercial buildings, accessory structures, and dwellings unfit for human habitation.According to Mayor Keller, dilapidated buildings pose significant risks to communities, attracting criminal activities, causing issues for neighbors, and draining city resources. Keller emphasized the city's commitment to...
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The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy training session. According to the board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy."However, it has been clarified that "No Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on March 19, 2024." The training is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, starting...
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Albuquerque’s scenic West Mesa is set to become a hub for film and television production with the development of Mesa Film Studios (MFS) on City-owned property along Atrisco Vista Blvd. The first phase of the project, with an estimated capital investment of $57 million on a 60-acre site, is expected to create numerous job opportunities and have a significant economic impact.Mayor Tim Keller expressed gratitude for the partnerships that have facilitated the project, stating, “Film and TV production is happening in full force in Albuquerque... This major development on the...
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The City of Albuquerque unveiled its five-year financial forecast covering fiscal years 2024 through 2028, aiming to provide insight into future revenues and expenditures. This tool, created annually, projects a return to historical growth post-pandemic, considering factors like the phasing out of food and medical hold harmless payments. While a slight deficit is expected, the City plans to address it through strategic program reviews and adjustments.Chief Financial Officer Kevin Sourisseau emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility, stating, "We will adapt to...
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In a recent development, the ABQ BioPark has welcomed Triton, a male Malayan tiger, to its Asia habitat. Triton, who will be turning four in May, arrived from his birthplace at Palm Beach Zoo in late February. The new resident is currently acclimating to his surroundings and will soon be introduced to Arya, a 10-year-old female tiger.Assistant Mammal Curator Casey provided insight into the distinguishing features of Triton and Arya, stating, "If you are wondering which tiger you are looking at as you explore Asia: Triton is larger and has a trident-shaped marking over his...
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The City of Albuquerque is set to launch the ABQ RIDE Connect Pilot Program, a new shared ride, microtransit service aimed at enhancing the city's public transportation system. According to Mayor Tim Keller, the service is designed to address critical gaps in the transit system and provide convenient transportation options for residents."Having this new service enhances our larger transit system by filling critical gaps, allowing folks to make small but important on-demand trips like getting to the grocery store, doctor appointments, or visiting local family," said Mayor...
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The Albuquerque Police Department has recently bolstered its ranks by hiring nearly 100 Police Service Aides, with a new academy class of 27 individuals commencing their training this week. Chief Harold Medina expressed his enthusiasm for the new recruits, stating, "Police Service Aides serve a key role as they assist sworn officers and take on duties like traffic control and responses to minor vehicle crashes that frees up officers to respond to more urgent calls."Chief Medina welcomed the 47th Police Service Aide class, noting that historically, the department only had...
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Albuquerque Police Department (APD) has introduced a new initiative called the S.H.O.T Program, which utilizes data from ShotSpotter technology to proactively address gun violence in the city. The pilot program, implemented in the Southeast neighborhood, has already shown promising results with a 47% decrease in gunshot detections.Mayor Tim Keller commended the innovative approach, stating, "APD is being innovative with ShotSpotter data and utilizing this technology in a way that no other department has attempted. We are leveraging investments in technology and working...
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Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller expressed appreciation for the progress made during the recent 30-day legislative session but emphasized that there is still much work to be done. Mayor Keller stated, “As the largest city in the state, we serve and care for people from all around New Mexico, which is why we need the state to step up and take care of the critical parts of the criminal justice and behavioral health systems for which they are responsible. We’ll take the wins we got and invest in a better quality of life for our families, but we will not stop pushing for the help...
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ABQ BioPark's Rozie the Elephant is expecting a baby in late 2024, much to the delight of the staff and community. "We’re thrilled about Rozie’s pregnancy," expressed Amber Alink, curator of elephants and primates. "Everyone at the BioPark is looking forward to a new calf joining our family and continuing our commitment to conserving this endangered species."The 31-year-old Rozie, who was born at the BioPark, is part of a herd that includes her mother, Alice. The pregnancy has been progressing well, with Dr. Bradford noting, "The pregnancy thus far has been healthy," and...
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Albuquerque Police Department (APD) homicide detectives have charged a couple in connection with the robbery and fatal shooting of a man at his apartment in Southeast Albuquerque over the weekend.James Caleb Gonzales, 26, and Destiny Pacheco, 31, are facing multiple charges including murder, armed robbery, and conspiracy to commit murder. The pair was arrested by New Mexico State Police at Villanueva State Park near Las Vegas following the incident.According to authorities, Gonzales and Pacheco went to the victim's apartment with the intention of robbing him. Gonzales,...
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The Albuquerque Museum has proudly announced the acquisition of an award-winning pink teeter-totter previously installed at the U.S./Mexico border wall. The teeter-totter, a symbol of connection among citizens of both nations and societal change, has found a new home in the museum's permanent collection exhibition, Common Ground, which celebrates the artistic and cultural achievements of the U.S. Southwest.Albuquerque Museum director, Andrew Connors, expressed the museum's enthusiasm, stating, "The Teeter-Totter shook the world with its installation along the U.S./Mexico...
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In conjunction with National 311 Day, the City of Albuquerque’s 311 Community Contact Center is launching an effort to get feedback on the service it provides to residents and visitors with its annual Customer Satisfaction Survey. The survey, available online now through April 11, aims to gather valuable insights to shape and enhance the services offered by 311.Carrie Prothero, the 311 Division Manager, emphasized the importance of the survey, stating, "We use the survey to learn what we are doing right so we can continue to do it, and how we can improve to better serve...
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The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy event on March 12, 2024. The event is scheduled to take place at the Albuquerque Police Academy located at 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107.According to the notice, "No Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on March 12, 2024."The training session is set to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Attendees can access the full notice for more information about the event.Participants and...
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On a cold day, Saturday, December 30, 2023, a good citizen found nine puppies abandoned in a Bernalillo County dumpster, left to die in the dead of winter. The City’s Animal Welfare Department (AWD) took the puppies in as an emergency case to help save their lives. Mayor Keller expressed, “It’s inspiring to see where these puppies are today considering the incredibly rough start they emerged from. No pet should ever be abandoned."The puppies, frail, malnourished, and dehydrated, weighing an average of 3 pounds, were nursed back to health by AWD. Carolyn Ortega, Director...