District 3 News
News and events for District 3.
Memorial Service for Homeless Men
City Councilor Klarissa Peña will hold a memorial service and press conference on Saturday, July 26th at 10:00 AM at 60th Street NW, north of Central, the site where two homeless men were brutally murdered last weekend.
City Councilor Klarissa Peña Encourages Visiting the Unser Racing Museum this Weekend
The Unser Racing Museum’s last day will be Monday, May 29, 2023.
Rally of Hearts Event to Honor Victims of Senseless Acts of Speeding, DUI, and Road Rage
Saturday’s event is to unite family and friends that have lost loved ones on New Mexico roads.
Councilor Lan Sena and Klarissa Peña Tour Serenity Mesa
September is National Recovery Month that is celebrated to "educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with a mental and/or substance use disorder to live a healthy and rewarding life.
Celebrate West Central Street Light Banner Project; 17 Artists Selected, Featuring 18 Art Pieces
This project is partially funded by the City of Albuquerque Cultural Services Department and supported by Councilor Klarissa Peña.
PPE Care Packages Available to Small Businesses
City Leaders Join with Hispano Chamber to provide COVID 19 care packages to Small Businesses.
City to Build Capacity, Lower Call Time with Southwest Public Safety Center
Phase I will include Fire Station 23 with additional improvements to come.
Equity Analysis on Transit Fare Legislation
City Council's consideration of O-22-47, an ordinance that could potentially change ABQ Ride's fare structure, the Transit Department was required per Federal Transit Administration rules to conduct an equity analysis.
Special Procedures for December 5, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
City Leaders Unveil Plaza and Shade Structure at Women’s Memorial Park
November 25th is International Day for Elimination of Violence Toward Women and a ray of sunlight will illuminate the center of the plaza.
Special Procedures for November 21, 2022, City Council Meeting
Information and links for the meeting.
Memorial and Blessing Ceremony
Community members joined Councilor Klarissa Peña and Councilor Ken Sanchez to honor Mr. Kee Thompson and Mr. Allison Gorman.
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.
New City Council District Boundaries to Take Effect October 20th
District boundaries changed after redistricting process.
16th Annual Route 66 West Fest Returns Saturday, Sept. 24th
Route 66 West Fest powered by Think Big will be at Ted M. Gallegos Community Center.
City Announces Free or Reduced Admission Fees to ABQ BioPark and Museums for SNAP Beneficiaries
3 month pilot will launch making cultural facilities accessible to Albuquerque families.
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.
Proposals for Banquet Facility and Tap Room at Route 66 Visitors Center are Now Being Accepted
The Visitors Center is currently under construction on West Central at the apex of Nine Mile Hill.
Collectible Concept Cars Donated to Museum at Route 66 Visitors Center
The car museum will be featured at the Route 66 Visitors Center.
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.