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Questions rise over Nichole Rogers’ candidacy: ‘District 6 is entitled to a City Councilor who is ethical’
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 30, 2023
It was recently revealed that Nichole Rogers, Albuquerque City Council candidate for District 6, failed to file required documents for her nonprofit to the IRS and certain New Mexico state agencies. As a result of these findings, her campaign has drawn criticism from various parties, including Albuquerque attorney Pete Dinelli.
Las Cruces Financial Services Department honored with GFOA's Excellence award
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 26, 2023
The city of Las Cruces declared that its Financial Services Department was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report by The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada. This certificate is considered the highest accolade in governmental accounting and financial reporting. The achievement marks the 19th consecutive year Las Cruces has been recognized, demonstrating its commitment to rigorous financial transparency and standards.
Las Cruces Financial Services Department honored with GFOA's Excellence award
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 26, 2023
The City of Las Cruces declared that its Financial Services Department was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its annual comprehensive financial report by The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada. This prestigious accolade is given annually and is considered the highest honor in governmental accounting and financial reporting.
Las Cruces secures Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 25, 2023
The city of Las Cruces announced the Federal Highway Administration has granted the city $400,000 through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program. The grant was awarded to enhance safety measures in the city through comprehensive planning and demonstration activities.
Albuquerque launches innovative food waste diversion pilot project
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 23, 2023
The city of Albuquerque announced the initiation of a one-year pilot project to assess food scrap diversion at the Department of Senior Affairs CASA Kitchen and Explora’s concessions run by Three Sister’s Kitchen. The Sustainability Office oversees the project, and the compostable materials are transported to Soilutions by the local hauler Little Green Bucket. This new approach, launched as a bid to enhance environmental sustainability, aims to transform waste practices while simultaneously improving economic efficiency.
Trumbull Child Development Center reopens newly renovated facility
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 25, 2023
The City of Albuquerque has announced the reopening of the Trumbull Child Development Center after undergoing extensive renovations. According to a press release by the City, the center now features two new classrooms and a modernized playground with updated equipment.
Albuquerque Lucky Paws Adoption Center has extended days of service
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 25, 2023
The City of Albuquerque has announced that the City of Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department (AWD) will now operate the Lucky Paws Adoption Center seven days a week. To celebrate this expansion, adoption fees for any pet are being waived according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque.
Pland Collaborative to receive Storefront Activation Grant
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 20, 2023
The City of Albuquerque has announced that Pland Collaborative, a local landscape architecture firm, will receive $50,000 in funding through The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency's Storefront Activation Grant Program. This financial support will aid in the renovation and expansion of Pland Collaborative's downtown location, contributing to the improvement of the city's outdoor spaces.
Duke City Lowrider Bike Club's lowrider bicycle was revealed in Washington, D.C.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 2, 2023
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) unveiled a special lowrider bicycle in honor of the agency's 50th Anniversary. The bike, which was a collaborative effort between students from lowrider bike clubs in Albuquerque and Olathe, Kansas, serves as a tribute to the DEA's milestone anniversary, according to a press release.
Peña participates in blessing ceremony commemorating Kee Thompson
By New Mexico Sun Report | Sep 19, 2023
Albuquerque City Councilor Klarissa Peña attended a private blessing ceremony on Sept. 16 at the location where Kee Thompson and Allison Gorman were murdered in 2014. Notably, Peña played a pivotal role in the City of Albuquerque's acquisition of this site situated at Central Avenue and 60th Street NW, according to a press release.
Community activist fears Las Cruces breakdown due to crime, drugs, homelessness
By Juliette Fairley | Sep 14, 2023
When Sarah Smith attended a community safety meeting last summer, she heard complaints about the Desert Hope Apartments in Las Cruces that she didn’t expect.
Business group vows to sue Albuquerque over failure to prosecute vagrants, transients
By Juliette Fairley | Sep 14, 2023
The New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) is vowing to sue the City of Albuquerque for failing to take legal action against the petty and sometimes violent crimes allegedly committed by transients and vagrants.
Luján: 'Cannon Air Force Base is a stronghold for our national security'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 24, 2023
U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., and Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., held a recent meeting with key U.S. Air Force officials to engage in discussions regarding investments and future missions at Cannon Air Force Base (CAFB).
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Heinrich, Luján, Vasquez: $9.2 million in funding from the infrastructure law allocated to provide high-speed internet access to Sierra and Doña Ana counties
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 23, 2023
U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., and Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., joined U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, D-N.M., in reporting the U.S. Department of Agriculture granted $9,256,350 in funding from the Infrastructure Law to Sacred Wind Communications.
Heinrich, Luján: Groundbreaking ceremony for the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Project
By Samantha Anderson | Aug 23, 2023
U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., and Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., took part in a groundbreaking event Aug. 22, marking the initiation of the subsequent stage of the Eastern N.M. Rural Water System.
Bernalillo County Manager Baca: 'We know these results would not be possible without our hardworking customer service team'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 18, 2023
Bernalillo County officials said a recent customer engagement survey conducted at BernCo @ Alvarado Square yielded favorable responses from customers and visitors entering the county building at 415 Silver Ave SW. The survey was conducted through May and focused on various aspects of the visitor experience, a county press release said.
Albuquerque energy manager: 'We’re encouraged by the progress we’ve made to become an international leader in sustainability."
By BD | Aug 18, 2023
The City of Albuquerque has received an award for Institutional Energy Management from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), a city press release said. The award is given to entities that have showcased exceptional dedication to advancing energy engineering and management principles on both national and global levels.
Sonntag: 'Albuquerque is experiencing a crisis with homelessness'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 17, 2023
The New Mexico Business Coalition recently hosted a ABQ Crime Crisis BASH, an event with people discussing the crime rate in Albuquerque.
RoadRUNNER Transit Director Bartholomew: 'Thanks to the great work of Transit staff and all of the City departments and sections that support RoadRUNNER Transit, the FTA triennial review was a great success'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 16, 2023
On Aug. 11, the city of Las Cruces announced that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has completed a triennial review of its Transit Program with no identified deficiencies. According to a press release from the city, during the review of RoadRUNNER Transit and Dial-A-Ride programs, the FTA conveyed its findings to the city, marking the first instance in over 21 years that RoadRUNNER Transit has undergone an FTA assessment without any noted deficiencies.
Fire Chief Jaramillo: 'Deputy Chief Sotelo and Deputy Chief Marrufo bring the experience, innovation, dedication, and commitment to AFR’s staff required to serve the department and the community in the roles of Human Resources, Logistics, and Finance'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 16, 2023
On Aug. 10, 2023, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and Fire Chief Emily Jaramillo announced the promotion of two Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) members to the position of Deputy Chief, filling positions left vacant due to retirements. According to a press release, in their new roles, the deputy chiefs will work to improve the department's internal operations to continue delivering exceptional emergency services to the community.