District 8 News
Albuquerque City Council Rescinds Fiber Internet Installation Moratorium
Working group will continue reevaluation of permit criteria and plans for improving outcomes for residents
City Councilors Respond to Mayor Keller’s Executive Orders and Resolution
Councilors pledge to eliminate criminal sanctuary provisions.
Albuquerque City Councilors Host Global Ties Group to Share Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign Efforts
Global Ties Group ABQ’s 2025 delegation comes to Albuquerque to learn more about the City’s Anti-Human Trafficking campaign.
City Councilor Dan Champine Proposes Halt to New Fiber Internet Installation Permits
Resolution was necessary to address growing community complaints with ongoing fiber internet installation throughout the City of Albuquerque.
City Councilors Approve Resolution Funding Housing and Sobering for Substance Use Disorder Services in the City’s Gateway System
Over $4.5 Million in Opioid Settlement money to enhance treatment and recovery care.
City Councilors Introduce Resolution to Fund Services for Individuals Experiencing Substance Use Disorder
Over $4.5 Million in Opioid Settlement money appropriated to enhance treatment and recovery care.
Albuquerque City Council Passes Resolution to Distribute Opioid Settlement Funds
Council adopts a plan addressing the devastating impact of the opioid crisis on Albuquerque's communities.
City Council Passes Rules Amendment to Clarify Council Committee Process and Streamline Council Procedures
New rules clarify Council procedures and improve steps for Council committee assignments and reports.
City Councilor Dan Champine’s Statement Regarding Joint Air Quality Control Board Investigation
Investigation allows the EPA to review complaints and ensure compliance with federal regulations.
City Councilors Dan Champine and Renee Grout Participate in Polar Plunge
The fun event took place at Sierra Vista Pool.
City Councilor Champine Issues Statement on the Apprenticeship Empowerment Ordinance
Proposed ordinance to increase apprenticeships on public construction projects is withdrawn.
City Councilors Co-Sponsor Artificial Intelligence Policy Resolution
City’s use of AI should be transparent, fair, and accountable
District 8 Seeking Applicants for the Metropolitan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Public board's District 8 seat is one of several vacancies to be filled.
City Council Passes Resolution to Provide Day Labor Opportunities
Resolution (R-24-41) funds and establishes a pilot program to offer day labor for unhoused individuals.
City Council Resolution Creates Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign and Workforce Training
Resolution (R-24-42) seeks to train city employees on human trafficking recognition and raise public awareness.
Councilors Fund Doghouses for City Animal Welfare Department
Albuquerque Woodworkers Association builds 30 doghouses to replenish the Department’s Community Doghouse Program.
Councilor Dan Champine adds $3 million for new APD Helicopter
City Council forwards GRT Improvement Revenue Bonds to Mayor’s office
Council Selects New Civilian Police Oversight Agency Executive Director
Dianne McDermott's experience as interim director provides for a seamless transition
City Council Creates Hospitality Revitalization Working Group
Group to Revamp City’s Motel Voucher Program and address motel blight.
Councilor Champine Issues Statement after Key Public Safety Legislation Tabled
Senate Bill 122 would establish rebuttable presumption for defendants.
Councilor Dan Champine Spotlights Crime and Public Safety in First Meeting
Councilor Champine wants up or down vote on NM Senate and House floors to deal with Catch & Release.
New Councilors Take Oath of Office
The public is invited to the Albuquerque Convention Center for the Swearing-In Ceremony for newly elected City Councilors on January 2, 2024
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.
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.
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.
