City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
Updates on the Behavioral Health Initiative from Councilor Isaac Benton
Nearly two years ago the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County came together to form the Behavioral Health Initiative (BHI) to find new solutions to the behavioral health crisis in Albuquerque
Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Announces Extended Friday Night Hours at Four City Pools
The City of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department today announced it will extend Friday evening hours at four of the City’s outdoor pools beginning Friday, June 15, 2018. Hours will be extended at the Sunport Pool, the Wilson Pool, the Rio Grande Pool, and the Sierra Vista Pool.
City of Albuquerque to Close East Mountain Open Space Properties Friday Due to Fire Danger
The City of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department today announced that open space properties in the East Mountains will close tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. due to extreme fire danger. These closures are in conjunction with those announced earlier this week by the Sandia Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest. These properties will remain closed indefinitely until the fire danger subsides.
Celebrate Pollinators at the ABQ BioPark
Two June events at the Botanic Garden will educate attendees about bees and other pollinators.
Albuquerque Parks and Recreation to Begin Offering Pickleball Lessons
The City of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department offers pickleball lessons to Albuquerque residents for the first time.
Albuquerque Animal Welfare Offers Pet Safety Tips for the Fourth of July
In Observance of July 4
Holiday Schedule
Mayor Tim Keller Announces Selection of a Permanent Police Chief
Search committee conducted first-of-its-kind public input process and interviews with qualified pool of candidates from across the country, continues search to fill other leadership positions.
July Fourth Holiday Information - 2018
Information about holiday closures, open attractions, celebrations, and safety resources associated with Independence Day.
OH, BABY!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A FOSTER
Heat Can Kill Pets
Keep Your Pets Cool
Keep your pets safe with these tips to prevent, identify, and respond to heatstroke.
City Councilor Brad Winter Named Athlete of the Month
Councilor Winter is the National Senior Games Association's Athlete of the Month for June 2018
Zoo to Hold Shower for Baby Elephant
Gifts will benefit entire ABQ BioPark elephant herd.
Animal Welfare Department Partners with PetSmart Charities®Creating Additional East Side Adoption Location
New Adoption Center for Animal Welfare Department
City Council Planning Newsletter
Planning related updates from the City Council Office
GOLF: 2018 Men's City Championships to be Held June 29 - July 1
The 2018 Men's City Golf Championships will be held Friday, June 29 through Sunday, July 1 at the Los Altos, Arroyo del Oso, and Ladera Golf Courses.
Eastbound #766/#777 Rapid Ride Stop Moving Back to Original Location
City Councilors Help Break Ground on Women's Memorial Park
Councilors Peña, Sanchez, and Borrego joined Mayor Keller to honor the women that lost their lives
Zoo Music, Summer Nights Start This Week
JeeZ LaWeeZ, Enter the Haggis kick off a diverse lineup of bands this summer at the ABQ BioPark.
ABQ RIDE Expanding Its Sun Van Fleet with a New Look
They Feature a New Design and More Aisle Room
District 2 Newsletter
June 1, 2018 Newsletter from City Councilor Isaac Benton
City’s Summer Meals Program for Kids Begins Monday, June 4, 2018
Children ages 1-18 are invited to participate in the free meals program at 140+ locations throughout the City.
Mayor Keller Unveils Steps to Curb Gun Violence
Albuquerque Animal Welfare wants Cat Owners to Beat the Heat by Making a Reservation for Free Spay/Neuter for Cats
Taking reservations for up to 100 free spay/neuter surgeries for cats. Must go to the Eastside Clinic on June 19. Do not bring your cat.
Summer Programs Kickoff at West Mesa Aquatic Park
Councilor Cynthia Borrego joined Mayor Tim Keller and City Councilors Ken Sanchez and Klarissa Peña at the press conference
Mayor Tim Keller Provides Deep Dive Update on ART Project
Project remains a hardship but steady progress is being made.
Mayor Tim Keller Provides Deep Dive Update on ART Project
Project Remains a Hardship But Steady Progress Being Made
June 2018 Newsletter
News, features, events and birthdays at the ABQ BioPark.
City Economic Development Department Releases Criteria for Public Projects
Six core principles focus on return on investment.