City News
Official news from the City of Albuquerque
Albuquerque Invests in Proven Programs to Help Residents in Need
The announcement is a continued investment in efforts to reduce homelessness, expand treatment, and connect residents to housing and essential services
Notice of Possible Quorum 04-29-2026
CIVILIAN POLICE OVERSIGHT ADVISORY BOARD NOTICE OF POSSIBLE QUORUM
Mayor Keller and First Lady Elizabeth Kistin Keller Recognize Albuquerque’s Outstanding Volunteers
Mayor’s Day of Volunteer Recognition honors seven outstanding volunteers
Albuquerque Selected for National Program to Modernize Government Hiring
City one of 12 chosen for Talent Accelerator cohort
Albuquerque Selected for National Program to Modernize Government Hiring
City one of 12 chosen for Talent Accelerator cohort
New Mexico’s Largest Software Hackathon Tackles Food Access
Teams pitched their projects to investors and industry leaders.
Buses and Blossoms for Earth Day
Lew Wallace students learn the environmental benefits of public transit.
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.
Code Enforcement Inspection Results in Emergent Closure of Lindy’s Diner
Unsafe Building Conditions Prompt Closure to Protect Public Safety
Albuquerque Community Safety Kicks Off 2nd Responder Academy of 2026
10 New ACS trainees prepare for crisis response roles
ABQ BioPark Announces New Chapter for Giraffe Herd
The arrival of young male giraffe marks a hopeful next step while honoring the legacy of beloved matriarch June.
Over 100 Celebrate Earth Month by Responsibly Recycling E-Waste
Annual drive-through event diverts tons of electronics from our landfill and to new life.
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.
Animal Welfare Department Meets Spay/Neuter Goal
Albuquerque residents stepped up during “kitten season”
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.
Notice of Final Rulemaking - Old Town Portal Board
Final action on the City of Albuquerque Old Town Portal Board
Candelaria Nature Preserve/Rio Grande Blvd Access Phase 1 Now Complete
$1.24 million project expands restoration infrastructure and public access along the Rio Grande; Viewing Deck Named for late Sen. Bill O’Neill
Deschamps Family Celebrates Journey to Stability and Recovery with Support from Albuquerque Community Safety
Now, they walk alongside others on their path to recovery
Bosque Restoration and Fire Prevention Work Underway
Efforts focus on jetty jack removal, fuel reduction, and long-term ecosystem health
Growing Together: City Breaks Ground on Santa Barbara Martineztown Community Garden
Phase 1 project transforms vacant space into a hub for fresh food, green space, and community.
