City Council Highlights
Announcements from the Albuquerque City Council.
Holiday Banners to Bring Season’s Cheer, Beauty Along East Central Avenue
The ‘Season’s Greetings’ banners are just the beginning for the planned beautification of Route 66.
West Central Avenue Corridor Holiday Banners Bring Season’s Greetings
City crews are installing hundreds of banners to ring in the holiday season.
Albuquerque City Council Increases Security Measures
Meeting attendees must go through metal detectors outside City Council Chambers.
Amy Biehl High School and Lew Wallace Elementary Join for Downtown Beautification
Councilor Baca, APS Officials unveil student “art trail” Downtown
Mayor Keller, MRA Director Brunner, City Councilor Joaquín Baca, and City Councilor Klarissa Peña Announce "Park & Chill Sundays" Pilot Program
Lowrider Cruising Community to get 150 Premium Parking Spaces Downtown on designated Sunday Evenings.
City Councilor Champine Issues Statement on the Apprenticeship Empowerment Ordinance
Proposed ordinance to increase apprenticeships on public construction projects is withdrawn.
City of Albuquerque Awarded “Corporation of the Year” by the Black Chamber
Black Chamber of Commerce of New Mexico honors ABQ’s investment in small businesses
City Councilors Co-Sponsor Artificial Intelligence Policy Resolution
City’s use of AI should be transparent, fair, and accountable
Council Vote Designates Historic Fairview Cemetery as City Landmark
The cemetery is the final resting place of historic figures from Albuquerque’s past.
City Councilors Co-Sponsor Artificial Intelligence Policy Resolution
City’s use of AI should be transparent, fair, and accountable
Riders Use Zero Fares Bus Ride to Shop at Winrock Park Market
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, ABQ RIDE, and Winrock Town Center encouraged Albuquerque residents to utilize Zero Fares to visit local vendors at Winrock Park Market.
City Councilor Renée Grout introduces Resolution to Improve Social Media Accountability
Resolution seeks to establish standards and guidelines for City-run social communications
Carlisle Cleaners Site Proposed for National Priorities List
Environmental Protection Agency announced adding the site to their Superfund National Priorities List and outlined next steps, including public comment period.
Carlisle Cleaners Site Proposed for National Priorities List
Environmental Protection Agency announced adding the site to their Superfund National Priorities List and outlined next steps, including public comment period.
Annual Mutt Strutt Fundraiser at Altura Park
Altura Park Neighborhood Association hosted the Pet Fair and Community Social benefiting Positive Links.
City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn Recognizes City Workers for Lifesaving Effort at Palo Duro Senior Center
Center’s Manager and a City General Services employee saved a man’s life.
Community Mourns the Loss of Beloved Leader
Cherished volunteer and community leader for the Southwest Mesa remembered.
Councilor Sanchez Files Complaint with NM Department of Public Safety Against APD Chief Medina
Chief’s actions on accident scene appear to be in violation of state law.
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 Focused on Building "Third Places" for Albuquerque Families
Expansion of Joan Jones Community Center will add needed community resources
City Focused on Building "Third Places" for Albuquerque Families
Expansion of Joan Jones Community Center will add needed community resources
Councilors Bassan and Grout Support Withdrawal of Proposed Minimum Wage Ordinance
Councilors want community input to ensure differing perspectives are considered.
Mayor Keller Signs Legislation Requiring Consultation for Development that Impacts Tribal Land
Signing follows unanimous City Council vote to strengthen Tribal Engagement in Planning
Electrifying: ABQ RIDE Amps Up Service with Electric Vans
Microtransit program brings City a step closer to a zero emissions fleet.
Expansion of Westgate Community Center Means More Summer Fun
Community center adds splash pad and more indoor learning spaces
City Animal Welfare Department, UNM College of Nursing Celebrate Research Findings
Novel initiative used tissues from spay and neuter clinics for research study of microplastics and male reproduction.
Council Passes Omnibus City Charter Referendums for 2024 Election
Measures aimed at streamlining government hiring practices for administrative functions.