District 5 News
AFR launches campaign to educate the public on legal vs Illegal fireworks during Independence Day holiday.
Fire Marshall's' personnel will respond to illegal fireworks citywide on the nights of July 3rd, 4th, and 5th from 8pm - 12am.
Albuquerque City Council Passes "Intoxicating Hemp Products Ordinance" to Protect Public Health and Safety
Councilor Dan Lewis’ ordinance prohibits unregulated sale of synthetically enhanced hemp products.
Hunter’s Run Park and Playground Renovations to Begin in Council District 5
Councilor Lewis announces new updates to improve the park to begin in June 2025.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Makes Second Request of U.S. Attorney to Investigate Misuse of ARPA Funds
Money went to high level department officials instead of teachers educating our children.
City Council Approves CIP Funding for Refreshing Mural on Montaño Bridge
Funding enables full restoration of culturally iconic mural.
Councilor Dan Lewis Secures Funding for Repainting of Paseo del Norte Bridge Over Coors Boulevard
The funding to enhance Northwest Mesa travelers’ experience.
Councilor Dan Lewis and Councilor Joaquín Baca celebrate Major Investments for Bob Gerding Pond in Council’s Approved Capital Improvement Budget
Funds will specifically support the Bob Gerding Catch and Release Pond.
Councilor Dan Lewis Secures Funding for McMahon Boulevard Expansion
Funding for this project includes new lighting and pedestrian updates.
District 5 Councilor Dan Lewis Applauds Funding for Paseo del Norte Reconstruction in Capital Improvement Budget
The improvements include needed expansion of lanes
District 5 Councilor Dan Lewis Gives Update on Upcoming Additions to Ventana Ranch Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Project, set to commence this year, will add new dedicated pickleball courts.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Introduces Ordinance to End the Sale of Dangerous Synthetic Hemp Products Threatening Albuquerque Youth
The unregulated sale of synthetic hemp-derived products poses significant risks to public health, safety, and welfare.
Addressing Albuquerque’s Housing Through Smart Policy Reform
Councilors approve amendments to the Integrated Development Ordinance to spur development of affordable housing.
City Council President Dan Lewis Refers Misuse of ARPA Funds to United States Attorney
The City’s Inspector General identified 27 employees who received nearly $300,000 unlawfully.
City of Albuquerque Celebrates 75 Years of Sandia National Laboratories
The City Council passes a resolution commemorating the contributions of SNL in Albuquerque.
Council Passes Omnibus City Charter Referendums for 2024 Election
Measures aimed at streamlining government hiring practices for administrative functions.
City Councilors Approve Bernalillo County’s Improvement Special Assessment Program for City of Albuquerque
The State Program funds access to long-term, fixed rate loans for clean energy updates for commercial property owners.
City Council President Dan Lewis' Statement On No Penalty By The State Ethics Commission
New Mexico State Ethics Commission finds No Penalty in anonymous allegations.
Council President Dan Lewis, Councilor Louie Sanchez, City Leaders, and District 5 Residents Break Ground on First Multigenerational Center in Northwest Albuquerque
Construction of the multipurpose facility is the first phase planned for new Cibola Loop amenities.
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
Council President Dan Lewis Statement on Air Quality Control Board Ordinance Injunction
Injunction Impacts Council’s Ability to Govern.
Council President Dan Lewis Says Veto Override Was Unnecessary
Council Took No Action on Mayor's Veto of R-23-197.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Elected City Council President
Councilor Grout elected Vice-President and Councilor Peña elected COW Chair.
Local Leaders Continue Push for Paseo del Norte and Unser Blvd Improvements
From the office of City Councilor Dan Lewis - As Phase 1 design becomes finalized, elected officials are working on funding Phase 2.
Mayor Keller Chooses Environmental Extremists Over Major Economic Development and Jobs
From the office of City Councilor Dan Lewis, District 5 - Mayor Vetoes Legislation that puts checks and balances on rogue Air Quality Control Board.
Council Passed Two Bills that Address Serious Concerns with the Air Board
Legislation Protects Jobs at UNM, Kirtland and Sandia Labs.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Introducing Legislation to Create New Air Quality Control Board
The legislation will repeal the current board and replace it with a new board and governing ordinance.
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.