District 1 News
Councilor Sanchez Seeks Update on LECB investigation of APD Chief
The Councilor’s original complaint was filed in August of 2024.
City Council Funds Plans for the Ken Sanchez Westside Indoor Sports Complex and Completion of the Albuquerque Rail Trail
Councilors work together to find funding for two multi-phase projects in their Districts.
Councilor Sanchez Files Complaint with NM Department of Public Safety Against APD Chief Medina
Chief’s actions on accident scene appear to be in violation of state law.
City Focused on Building "Third Places" for Albuquerque Families
Expansion of Joan Jones Community Center will add needed community resources
City Council Creates Hospitality Revitalization Working Group
Group to Revamp City’s Motel Voucher Program and address motel blight.
Council Selects New Civilian Police Oversight Agency Executive Director
Dianne McDermott's experience as interim director provides for a seamless transition
City Councilors Approve Urging Legislative Action for Public Safety and Behavioral Health, and Affirm Constitutional Right to Keep and Bear Arms
The bills were approved at the October 2, 2023 City Council Meeting.
City Councilors Urge State Legislative Action for Public Safety and Behavioral Health, and Affirm Constitutional Right to Keep and Bear Arms
The bills will be heard for final action at the October 2, 2023 City Council Meeting.
Special Procedures for December 5, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
Special Procedures for November 21, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
City Councilor Klarissa Peña and Louie Sanchez Host Veterans Appreciation Breakfast
Host by Councilor Peña and Sanchez with the West Central Community Development Group, Garcia Automotive.
Upcoming City Council Meetings Will Be Virtual on Zoom
Three remaining meetings of calendar year 2022 will be held virtually.
Councilor Louie Sanchez to Propose Changes Following Internal Audit Report on City Hiring Practices of Unclassified Employees
Councilor to introduce legislation to update the Merit System Ordinance.
New City Council District Boundaries to Take Effect October 20th
District boundaries changed after redistricting process.
Albuquerque City Council Returns to Hybrid Meeting Format
August 15, 2022, City Council Meeting will be hybrid with in-person and virtual attendance for public.
August 1, 2022, City Council Meeting Will Be Virtual on Zoom
Public health indicators will continue to be monitored in anticipation of returning to Council Chambers on August 15, 2022.
June 22, 2022, City Council Meeting Will Be Virtual on Zoom
Changes to upcoming meetings also include cancellation of June 15 LUPZ Committee Meeting.
Upcoming City Council Committee Meetings to be Held in Council Committee Room
Hybrid meeting features will be unavailable as committee meetings return to 9th Floor of City Hall.
City Council Welcomes Public Back to Council Chambers for April 4, 2022 Meeting
Council Meetings will be hybrid moving forward, with important changes for public comment sign-up.
City Councilors Return to Chambers for March 21, 2022 City Council Meeting, General Public to Return for April 4th Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
Special Procedures for February 23, 2022 City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
City Leaders Cut the Ribbon at Westgate Community Center
Newly built community center to serve Southwest area residents.
Special Procedures for January 10, 2022 Special City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.