News Releases
The City of Albuquerque Joins Program to Give Major Boost to Local Sustainability Efforts
U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED for Cities and Communities Program is Supported by Bank of America.
Albuquerque’s Efforts to Improve Park Access Showing Real Results
Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore index moves Albuquerque up 6 spots in national rankings
At Bike to Work Day Celebration, Mayor Tim Keller Signs Vision Zero Pledge Committing to Work Toward Zero Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Traffic Fatalities in Albuquerque
Push for public safety on our roads and sidewalks will save lives lost to tragic crashes
Mayor Keller, Councilor Peña, Neighbors Celebrate Opening of Anderson Heights Park
Two-acre park improves access to green space for west side residents.
Animal Welfare Department Improves Response Times
Putting a focus on field operations to improve animal and public safety
Mayor Keller Redesignates Albuquerque as an Urban Bird Treaty City
Mayor Keller Re-designates Albuquerque as an Urban Bird Treaty City.
Mayor Keller, Partners Announce Strategic Efforts with Local, State, Federal Leaders to Fight Violent Crime
Historic arrangement first of its kind for city and state effort coordination.
City of Albuquerque and Lovelace Medical Group Team Up To Get Diapers, Supplies to Families in Need
Diaper Drive May 6th-June 2nd Collecting Supplies for Emergency Diaper Program that provided over 3,400 diapers last year.
Calling All Volunteers for the 2019 National Senior Games Presented by Humana
Albuquerque is the host city for this year’s Games and has already shattered the 20 year-old participation record.
Calling All Kids! Summer Parks and Rec Programs Filling Up Fast
Registration for swim lessons, tennis lessons, pickleball lessons, Explorer Camp, and more!
Time for Some Fun in the Sun: Several City Pools Opening Early for Summer
Four outdoor pools opening for weekends ahead of traditional Memorial Day weekend start.
Mayor Tim Keller Sends Community Investments to Voters for Approval
Capital Investment Plan addresses crime, homelessness, community development, roads, and placemaking – all without raising taxes.
State, City of Albuquerque open facilities at Expo New Mexico to assist asylum-seeking families
State fairground dorms are a stopping point as migrant families move through New Mexico and to their ultimate destinations with host families.
City/County Kick-Off 2020 Census Complete Count Committee
Complete and accurate count of our population is essential. Count is used to distribute billions of dollars in federal funds to Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.
Albuquerque’s 2019 National Senior Games Presented by Humana Shatters Participation Record
Albuquerque is serving as host city to the National Senior Games from June 14-25.
Mayor Keller Convenes One Albuquerque Kids Cabinet
The first full Kids Cabinet meeting focused on creating opportunities for youth in Albuquerque.
Mayor Keller Releases Statement on the Shooting Death of A Local Letter Carrier
Mayor Keller released the following statement on the shooting death of a local letter carrier.
City of Albuquerque Steps Up to Assist Asylum Seekers Easter Weekend
Mayor Keller outlines city assistance to 100 asylum seekers, announces capacity building efforts with other cities and partners for coming weeks.
Mayor Keller Convenes City, State, Community Experts on Child Abuse Prevention and Coordination
City of Albuquerque, CYFD, UNMH, and dozens of community partners come together to find solutions, address challenges, increase cooperation.
Mayor Keller Joins Community-Led March Against Child Abuse
In remarks, Mayor highlights steps Albuquerque, partners are taking to address child abuse .
Mayor Keller Honors Albuquerque Resident with One Albuquerque Award
Eileen Jessen was recognized for her years of service on behalf of the South Los Altos neighborhood
Mayor Keller Honors Albuquerque Volunteers
Awards were given for the 2019 Mayor’s Day of Volunteer Recognition.
APD Names New Leadership to Command Positions
Appointments reflect both promoting from within and bringing outside experience.
Mayor Keller, APD Outline Plan to Address Gun Violence
Multi-pronged plan addresses gun violence in Albuquerque.
Mayor Keller Outlines 2020 Operating Budget Proposal Focused on Public Safety, Jobs, Opportunities for Kids
$642 million General Fund budget invests in police hires, fighting crime from all sides, creating jobs, youth summer and out-of-school programs and more
Mayor, Governor, and County Highlight Two Critical Public Safety Issues for Police and Firefighters
Investments in public safety personnel with a new radio and telecom system for Albuquerque metro area public safety agencies, and health insurance coverage for PTSD treatment.
Mayor Keller Welcomes City Council Vote on CIP Package
City Council passes the 2016 Capital Improvement package.
Mayor Keller, APD Release 2019 First-Quarter Crime Statistics
Most crimes continue to trend downward.
Mayor Keller Celebrates Conservation of 38 New Acres of Open Space
Open Space acquisitions kick off celebration of 35th anniversary of CABQ Open Space Division
City of Albuquerque Earns Enhanced Combined Bond Ratings with Praise
Ratings agencies cite strength of Albuquerque’s economy.