New Mexico Sun

News from August 2023


Albuquerque Public Schools taking measures to cool schools

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) has released its proactive measures to cool schools during a major heat wave, according to a press release.


Albuquerque Public Schools announces teacher union agreements

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) disclosed on Aug. 2 that the Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education has endorsed agreements with the teacher union, alongside the unions representing food and nutrition services workers and maintenance and operations employees. The Albuquerque Teachers Federation agreement, encompassing over 6,200 educators, has been approved for a duration of two school years, according to a press release by APS.


Dufay on school HVAC systems: 'Because most APS schools were built 50 or more years ago, most schools have evaporative coolers'

Albuquerque Public Schools has released its proactive measures to cool schools during a major heat wave, according to a press release.


Albuquerque announces completion of Gateway's Housing Navigation Center and Engagement Center

On Aug. 3, Mayor Tim Keller and the City of Albuquerque announced the completion of construction for the Gateway's Housing Navigation Center and Engagement Center. The Housing Navigation Center, which is now operational, features 100 overnight beds aimed at aiding individuals in their journey toward stable housing, while the Engagement Center offers onsite wraparound services for clients, according to a press release.


Gadsden School District receives Leadership Award

On July 31, 2023, the New Mexico Public Education Department issued a press release announcing that the Gadsden School District has received a Leadership Award.


City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Tuesday, July 11


City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met Monday, July 10


City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Thursday, June 8


City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Friday, July 7


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, June 7


City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Thursday, July 6


City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Tuesday, June 6


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, July 6


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, June 1


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, July 6


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Tuesday, May 30


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, July 5


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, July 5


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, July 5


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