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City Councilors Dan Champine and Renée Grout join City Leadership for Fallen Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
The annual event is held in Albuquerque Civic Plaza to honor law enforcement and public safety officers who gave their all in service to our community..
City Council Amends and Approves City’s FY27 Budget - Workforce Investment, Fiscal Stability, and Long-Term Sustainability Remain Focus
City Council's budget resolution restores funding to several operational areas.
Albuquerque City Councilors Successfully Sponsor Budget Amendments Restoring Funding for Criminal Diversion and Vision Zero Programs
Amendment reflects Council’s commitment to public safety and restorative justice.
City Council’s Committee of the Whole Uncovers $11.8M Discrepancy in Mayor’s Proposed FY27 Budget
An assessment by the NM Department of Finance and Administration confirms Council Staff findings.
Albuquerque City Councilor Joaquín Baca Successfully Sponsors Amendment adding $100,000 for Meals and Support to Unhoused Individuals Downtown
Amendment to the budget helps HopeWorks provide meals, daytime shelter, and critical resources to unhoused and housed community members every day.