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City Council initiates a number of studies and projects. Take a look at the many reports completed to date.
To better serve you, please email Councilor Rey Garduño
Rey received a Baccalaureate in Cinematography and Photo-Journalism from Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, California. Since 1986, Rey has owned Rey Garduño Photography. He frequently contributes travel and human interest articles and photos to local and national publications. Rey’s cinematography passion can be seen in the fun SWOP’s Swuppets, where he voices Captain Seaweed Sam.
Rey has also worked extensively in education. From 1974-1986 he worked as a Public Information Officer for Albuquerque Public Schools, where he wrote news releases and photographic illustrations for both internal and external publications. He’s also been active as a parent in his son’s schools and on the Albuquerque T-VI Foundation Board.
In the health services field, Rey has worked as both a Public Affairs Representative at Tingley Hospital and a Marketing Director for UNM Hospitals. He worked on Health Fairs and cooperative marketing outreach efforts to bring services to untapped constituencies in New Mexico. The Health Fairs in January of 2001–2005 typically drew around 25,000 people.
Rey’s community engagement includes acting on the boards for Southwest Community Resources, Common Cause New Mexico, SouthWest Organizing Project, Spina Bifida Association of NM, KIWANIS Club of Albuquerque, and Hispano Chamber of Commerce Board, Education and Outreach.
As a Councilor, Rey brings his perspective as a photographer, his 30-year stake in District 6, and his emphasis on community engagement to Council Office. His perspective and values emphasize government transparency, education, environmental sustainability, and small business concerns. His current term ends November 2011.
Committee Appointments
- Finance & Government Operations Committee
- Land Use, Planning & Zoning Committee
- Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority
- Mid-Region Council of Governments
- Regional Transit District
- Accountability in Government Oversight Committee
- Community Schools
- Hispano Chamber of Commerce
Community
District 6 has a thriving community with multiple means for interested residents to become involved and express themselves in the local community. Councilor Garduño encourages residents to participate in neighborhood associations, volunteer groups, or visit historic sites and discover more about the history and culture within District 6.
Funding for Projects
Councilor Garduño has worked to fund economic development, infrastructure, and recreation improvements for residents in District 6. These projects help improve park quality, economic development, and safety for all residents and visitors in District 6.
Proven Service to Albuquerque
- Board Vice President, Common Cause New Mexico
- Albuquerque T-VI Foundation Board (now known as CNM)
- Spina Bifida Association of NM Board
- KIWANIS Club of Albuquerque Board
- Hispano Chamber of Commerce Board
- SouthWest Organizing Project Board
- Planned Parenthood of NM Board
- All Faiths Receiving Home Board
- Small Business Owner - Stromberg’s Clothiers & Rey Garduño Photography
Latest News:
2011
Volcano Trails Sector Development Plan, Volcano Mesa Amendment to the Westside Strategic Plan, Volcano Cliffs Sector Development Plan
2009
Charter Review Task Force, Form Based Zones, South Yale Sector Development Plan, Uptown Sector Development Plan
2007
"Big Box" Regulations, Nob Hill Highland Sector Development Plan, Volcano Heights Sector Development Plan
2005
12th and Menaul / Former Albuquerque Indian School Site, Huning Highland-East Downtown (EDO) Planning, Montaño Corridor Studies
2004
4th and Montaño Coalition, Community Economic Forum 2004, Downtown Arena, Planned Growth Strategy
2000-2002
Unification Report, Parking Operations and Financial Review, Police Oversight Study, Albuquerque's Industrial Revenue Bond Program: Community Stakeholder Perspectives and Recommendations, Analysis of Albuquerque's Industrial Revenue Bond Program, APD Total Compensation Comparison and Overtime Analysis
Pre-2000
Police Oversight Task Force Report to the Albuquerque City Council, Report on the Oversight Mechanisms of the Albuquerque Police Department
