News from May 2024
Advocate highlights importance of infant mental health during awareness month
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
A graduate from The University of New Mexico is now leading public health advocacy across the nation, focusing on the mental health of infants and children. She attributes her career inspiration to her time at UNM.
Albuquerque updates food service regulations with new ordinance
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
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.
Senate Candidate Domenici on cartels: 'In Albuquerque alone, narcotic offenses increased 116% between 2022 and 2023'
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
Nella Domenici, a U.S. Senate Candidate in New Mexico, has voiced her concerns about the rising drug trade in America, particularly in Albuquerque. She stated that cartels are profiting off their drug trade while killing Americans. In Albuquerque, narcotic offenses have spiked by 116% between 2022 and 2023. Domenici shared these remarks with the New Mexico Sun on May 21.
UNM Anderson wins first stage of 2024 SBA growth accelerator fund
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
The UNM Anderson School of Management, represented by faculty member Robert DelCampo and partner John Chavez from New Mexico Startup Factory, has secured a victory in Stage One of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund competition.
City Council announces new bill amending election and petition regulations
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
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.
Albuquerque climbs national parks ranking with significant improvements
By New Mexico Sun | May 22, 2024
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.
Bernalillo County 4-H .22 Competition Pistol Team takes first place at state championships
By New Mexico Sun | May 21, 2024
The Bernalillo County 4-H .22 Competition Pistol Team clinched first place at the New Mexico 4-H Shooting Sports Championships, marking their second consecutive year of triumph.
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met May 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, May 15
City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met May 13
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, May 13
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 9
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 9
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 2
City of Albuquerque City Council met May 6
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, May 6
City of Albuquerque City Council met April 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Tuesday, April 16
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 16
City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met April 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, April 16
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met April 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 24
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met April 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, April 18
City of Houston Planning Commission met April 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, April 18
Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met April 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
Harris Central Appraisal District Board of Directors met Wednesday, April 17
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met April 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | May 21, 2024
Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, April 16
