City Council Highlights
Announcements from the Albuquerque City Council.
Albuquerque City Council Rescinds Fiber Internet Installation Moratorium
Working group will continue reevaluation of permit criteria and plans for improving outcomes for residents
Albuquerque City Council Unanimously Approves Ordinance to Streamline Affordable and Transitional Housing Development
Ordinance builds on recent reforms, removes administrative barriers, and accelerates the delivery of housing in Albuquerque.
City Councilor Dan Lewis Introduces Emergency Resolution to Restore Albuquerque’s Deteriorating Neighborhood Parks
Emergency Parks Grass and Turf Replacement resolution to address the growing decline of neighborhood parks across the City since Mayor Tim Keller reduced the parks budget by $1 million for 2025-2026.
Community’s Support for 2025 Red & Green VegFest Albuquerque Celebrates 10 Years of Sustainable Living
Event featured inspiration from noted chefs and dietitians under the theme “One World, Countless Lives.”
NM Tourism Department awards second round of Route 66 Centennial grant funding
NMTD awarded $752,538 in funding for marketing and promotion, $423,559 for infrastructure and $130,000 for special events.
Albuquerque City Council Appropriates Over $7.5 Million for Affordable Housing Projects in Downtown and Barelas
Council’s resolution to be submitted to the State Mortgage Finance Authority and the New Mexico Department of Finance for final approval.
Albuquerque City Council Passes Update to HEART Ordinance to Protect Animals from Public Sales
Ordinance requires the immediate seizure and care of any animals being sold or given away on public property.
City Councilors Respond to Mayor Keller’s Executive Orders and Resolution
Councilors pledge to eliminate criminal sanctuary provisions.
Old Carlisle Village Cleaners Site Qualifies for EPA’s Priority Funding
Environmental Protection Agency announced the site’s inclusion in the Superfund National Priorities List.
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.
Albuquerque City Councilor Dan Champine Warns Public to Beware of Scams Targeting Help for Flood Victims
Councilor Champine urges caution when seeking to help victims of disasters.
Albuquerque City Councilor Klarissa J. Peña Calls for ICE Transparency
Councilor Peña issues statement following concerning ICE incident in Council District 3.
Participatory Budgeting ABQ Project Breaks Ground
The San Mateo/Kathryn International District Grower’s Market to provide space for local growers, food distribution, and support space for District 6 residents.
City Opens Route 66 Trailhead
New public trailhead connects people to nature, history, and the East Mountains
City Council Approves Tax Abatements for Two Redevelopment Projects
New Housing Developments to Transform Abandoned and Vacant Sites
Fourth Annual "Touch-a-Truck" Event Draws Enthusiastic Crowds
Councilor Renée Grout, City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County Host Successful Family-Friendly Community Gathering on Historic Route 66
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 Council Passes City’s Operating Budget and Adopts Key One-Year Objectives
The $1.5 billion budget and one year objectives place priorities on public safety, human and family development, and governmental excellence.
High School Student's Art Brings the Neon back to NE Central
Boutique Business Property Grants fund sign improvement project on Central Ave.
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 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 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.
2025 Multicultural Arts Festival
The Third Annual Albuquerque Multicultural Arts Festival, sponsored by Council District 9 City Councilor Renée Grout, City of Albuquerque Youth & Family Services Department, was chocked full of great entertainment, international food, art, and performances from many of the cultures that call Albuquerque home.
Participatory Budgeting ABQ Project Selection Results Revealed
Kathryn/San Mateo Growers Market, other projects funded from City Councilor Nichole L. Rogers’ $1.5M in District Set-Aside Funds.
Big Wins for the Westside and All of Albuquerque
City Council Approves Mesa Films Studio Expansion and LEDA Funding for Vitality Works Expansion, Boosting Westside Economy.
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 Advances Comprehensive Capital Improvement Plan
The proposed plan defines and prioritizes funding for City projects and infrastructure improvements.
District 5 Councilor Dan Lewis Applauds Funding for Paseo del Norte Reconstruction in Capital Improvement Budget
The improvements include needed expansion of lanes
Councilor Dan Lewis Secures Funding for Repainting of Paseo del Norte Bridge Over Coors Boulevard
The funding to enhance Northwest Mesa travelers’ experience.