City Council Highlights

Announcements from the Albuquerque City Council.

Mayor’s FY27 Budget: Spending Is Increasing—Not Being Cut

Albuquerque spends roughly $30k per homeless individual each year.

Cooling Ordinance Altered in Final Vote, Weakening Protections for Albuquerque Renters

Amendment limits enforcement actions and leaves tenants vulnerable to temperature extremes.

District 6 Community Effort Yields New ADA-Compliant Shower and Laundry Trailers to Expand Hygiene Access

Community action and legislative effort narrow a critical infrastructure gap for unhoused neighbors in District 6.

City Councilor Nichole Rogers, PBABQ to Launch the Second Round of Participatory Budgeting in Council District 6

Community members invited to submit ideas and help decide how $1.7 million in capital funds will be spent in District 6.

City Continues to Gather Input on the Renaming of Avenida César Chávez

City’s effort to hear community perspectives and adherence to City ordinance continues on the renaming process.

City Councilor Dan Lewis Says Mayor Tim Keller’s “$35 Million in Cuts” is Misleading—Budget Actually Increases Spending

Mayor Keller’s budget shows millions in spending increases, without the outcomes to justify it.

Mayor Keller Signs Historic Legislation Sponsored By Councilor Rogers Establishing Permanent African American Advisory Board

Signing marks historic milestone in the City’s commitment to collaboration in making informed, responsive, and equitable policies.

Albuquerque City Council Proclaims April 2026 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Proclamation recognizes the pervasive nature of sexual violence in New Mexico and a issues call to action for the city’s residents.

Albuquerque Lights Up Blue and Green to Kick Off Donate Life Month and Raise ALD Awareness

Civic Plaza and City Hall bathed in green and blue to increase participation in the organ and bone marrow donor registries.

City Councilors and Administration Launch Public Process to Develop Naming and Renaming Standards for Public Assets

Forum to gather community perspectives and inform potential policy frameworks.

City Council President Klarissa Peña Calls for Community to Stand with Victims and Workers

Accounts of sexual abuse, rape, and exploitation must be taken seriously.

City Councilor Stephanie Telles Supports Victims of César Chavéz Abuse

Councilor Telles stands with all survivors.

Albuquerque City Councilor Joaquín Baca Issues Statement of Support for Victims in Cesar Chavez Abuse Revelations

Councilor expresses profound regret, and commitment to victims.

Albuquerque City Council Passes "Safety and Privacy in Community Spaces" Ordinance

Bill establishes clear boundaries for civil immigration enforcement on city property and public spaces.

Council Votes down Councilor Dan Lewis’ dangerous amendment aimed at harming immigrants

Council protects privacy and safety in public spaces.

Council Votes Down Proposed Gross Receipts Tax Increase

District 7 City Councilor Fiebelkorn reacts to vote of the City Council.

Councilor Bassan Champions "Triple-Benefit" Investment to Overhaul Albuquerque Infrastructure and Workforce

Bills ensure that funds are dedicated to City worker pay, infrastructure, and service improvements.

City Health, Housing & Homelessness Dept. Launches New Housing Voucher Tracking System Website

Department fulfills transparency required by Council resolution with live dashboard and streamlined application tracking.

City Councilor Dan Lewis Demands Accountability to Proposed New Sanctuary Law

The amendment establishes protections for victims when City ordinance interferes with execution of lawful federal arrest warrants.

Albuquerque City Councilor Nichole L. Rogers Selected for National 2026 Champions Institute

Councilor Rogers joins a select group of elected officials from across the country chosen to develop advanced skills in creating healthy, resilient, and equitable neighborhoods.

Albuquerque Establishes Permanent African American Advisory Board to Advance Equity, Unity, and Policy Innovation

Body to strengthen the City’s ability to develop informed, responsive, and equitable policies.

City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn’s Plan to Issue One-Time Supplemental Compensation Payment to City Staff is Funded

Payment to City workforce is designed to address continued impact of inflation and rising cost-of-living.

City Council Approves Councilor Renée Grout’s Continuing Sobriety Voucher Pilot Program

Innovative Program to Support Recovery-Based Housing for Albuquerque’s Most Vulnerable.

A Legacy of Remembrance: City Council President Klarissa Peña Remembers Victims on the 17th Anniversary of West Mesa Discovery

Councilor Peña calls for the Albuquerque community to pause, remember the lost lives, and renew pursuit of justice for the victims