Document Actions
Good government is about ensuring that the members of our local communities feel safe and secure on a day to day basis. That’s why public safety is one of the cornerstones of my administration.
During my time in office I have worked hard with Albuquerque Police Chief Ray Schultz and Chief James Breen to lower crime rates, improve response times, and make our city a progressive and innovative place to safely live, work, and play.
Mayor increases Reward for West Mesa Murder Case
Mayor Richard J. Berry designates an extra $35,000 toward a reward for information leading to the arrest in the West Mesa murder case.
Mayor Richard J. Berry and City Councilor Debbie O’Malley Order Demolition of Nuisance Building
Mayor Richard J. Berry’s Administration demolished a property Thursday that has generated hundreds of police calls and considered to be a high level area of property crime.
Top Property Crime Fugitive Arrested
The city’s top property crime fugitive was captured by U.S. Marshal’s Friday morning after a massive manhunt that included newspaper advertisements and electronic billboards.
Mayor Berry Launches Bike Safety Campaign
As part of a launching to a public/private bicycle safety campaign, Mayor Richard J. Berry unveiled a billboard design cautioning motorist to safely share the road with bicyclists.
Mayor's Comments on Prisoner Transport Center
Mayor Berry's address for the opening of the new Prisoner Transport Center and the City of Albuquerque's partnership with ICE.
New DWI Policy for City Employees
Mayor Berry: "Drinking and driving is a serious problem, and we want employees and the public to know that DWI has serious consequences at the City of Albuquerque."
Mayor Berry Launches "Crime Stoppers Week"
In an effort to raise funds for Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers, Mayor Richard J. Berry declared the week of March 21, 2011 "Crimestoppers Week."
APD Northwest Area Command Dedicated in Memory of Fallen Officers
City Dedicates New Northwest Area Command in Memory of Officer Michael R. King and Officer Richard W. Smith Jr.
Red Light Camera Question to go to Voters
Mayor will not veto legislation relating to Ballot Question
Read Mayor Berry's Veto Message on R-11-247
Read Mayor Richard J. Berry's complete veto message on R-11-247.
Mayor Berry Promotes John Soladay to Chief Operations Officer
Mayor Richard J. Berry announces the promotion of John Soladay to Chief Operations Officer and that he will not immediately fill the position of Public Safety Director.
City of Albuquerque Issues Voluntary Recall Notice for Cantaloupe
Albuquerque residents are advised to not eat cantaloupes during this recall.
City of Albuquerque Demolishes Notorious Drug House
Mayor Richard J. Berry, Councilor Debbie O’Malley and the Safe City Strike Force leveled a well-known drug house in northwestern Albuquerque.
Mayor Announces Significant Changes to Police Academy
Starting this fall potential cadets will be required to have at least 60 college-level credit hours or three years military experience.
City of Albuquerque Levels a Nuisance to the Neighborhood
Today, Mayor Richard J. Berry, Councilor Ken Sanchez and the Safe City Strike Force demolished a house that had plagued the community with criminal activity.
Mayor Berry Breaks Ground on New Fire Stations
Mayor Richard J. Berry spent Thursday afternoon breaking ground on the two newest public safety buildings in the City.
Nuisance Home Gets Leveled
Abandoned and problem-riddled home is demolished by Safe City Strike Force
Mayor Richard J. Berry Honors Three APD Officers
Mayor Richard J. Berry recognized three officers from the Albuquerque Police Department for their role in rescuing a developmentally disabled citizen.
