| Special Procedures for City Council Meeting on Monday, October 19, 2020
In response to the Governor’s declaration of a Public Health Emergency and ban on large public gatherings, the City Council meeting on Monday, October 19 at 3:00 p.m. will be held via Zoom video conference. Members of the public will have the ability to view the meeting through GOVTV on Comcast Channel 16, or to stream live on the GOVTV website at https://www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/govtv, or on YouTube at https://youtu.be/vG2rOajbUN0. The GOVTV live stream can be accessed at these addresses from most smartphones, tablets, or computers. The video recording of this and all past meetings of the City Council will also remain available for viewing at any time on the City’s website. Council Staff is available to help members of the public access pre-recorded Council meetings on-line at any time during normal business hours. Please call 768-3100 for assistance. The agenda for the meeting is posted on the City Council website at https://cabq.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. The Council will take general public comment and comment on the meeting’s specific agenda items in verbal and written form via this link https://www.cabq.gov/co…/find-your-councilor/public-comments through 1:00 pm on Monday, October 19. The Council will take general public comment on any topic, including agenda items, from up to a maximum of 20 people, on a first-come first-serve basis. To provide real time verbal public comment over Zoom, participants must sign up for public comment at the link above. Written comments will be distributed to all Councilors for review in advance of the meeting. |
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| Early Voting Happening Now Through October 31!
The Bernalillo County Clerk's Office has announced early voting through Saturday, October 31 at 18 locations throughout Albuquerque. These voting convenience center will be open Mondays through Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Voters can cast a ballot in person or hand-deliver their completed absentee ballots to these locations. There is also same-day voter registration at seven (7) of these locations. Early voting is conducted in accordance with the state public health order designed to minimize the risk of COVID-19. Masks will be required for all voters and all polling employees, and social distancing protocols will be required. Completed absentee ballots can also be delivered to a secure drop box outside 1 Civic Plaza NW at 5th and Marquette Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The deadline for voters to request an absentee ballot is Tuesday, October 20. The final day to mail a completed absentee ballot is Tuesday, October 27. After that hand delivery is recommended. Please visit BerncoVotes.org for additional information. You can also contact the County Clerk's Office by phone at: 505-243-VOTE (8683) or by e-mail clerk@bernco.gov. |
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| New Mexico Out-of -School Conference Taking Place Online This Year
New Mexico Out-of-School Time Network’s 10th annual Fall into Place Conference is taking place Tuesday, October 20 online and you're invited to attend. This free conference brings together educators, youth development workers, childcare providers, decision makers and other community members invested in
ensuring positive youth development opportunities and outcomes through programs and activities outside the traditional school day. To register for this virtual conference, visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/256229158837723/ |
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| Downtown Public Safety ECHO Focuses on Violence Intervention This Week
The Downtown Public Safety ECHO bi-weekly seminar is happening Thursday, October 22 at 1:00 p.m. and you're invited! This week's topic addresses Albuquerque's Violence Intervention Program with a didactic presentation by Commander Luke Languit of the Violent Crimes Enforcement Division of the Albuquerque Police Department, Geri Bachicha, Program Manager, and Angel Garcia, VIP Coordinator.
Zoom in: https://zoom.us/j/5052273877
Meeting ID: 505-227-3877 Password: Downtown
Phone in: Dial: 1-646-558-8656
Enter the meeting ID: 505 227 3877 # - then hit # again. |
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| State Parks Open For Camping and Day-Use Passes for New Mexico Residents ONLY
Did you know that our beautiful State Parks are now open for camping and day use for our state residents? If you and your family are all New Mexico residents, you can reserve a camping space and buy day-use passes for recreation! You can reserve your camping spot online at: https://newmexicostateparks.reserveamerica.com/
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| Senior Citizens Can Schedule Rides for Early Voting and for Election Day
If you know a senior citizen who needs a ride to either vote early or to vote on Election Day, have them contact the Department of Senior Affairs! Senior Affairs is offering free rides to for senior citizens aged 50 and older for voting purposes. You must schedule a ride three (3) business days in advance for either early voting or for Election Day. To schedule a ride to vote, call (505) 764-6485. You can visit: https://www.cabq.gov/seniors to learn about what services are available for our senior citizens here in Albuquerque. |
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| APD Asking for Public Input on Area Command Websites
The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is asking for feedback from the public on the six (6) Area Command websites and how they can be utilized to enhance communication between APD and residents. To take the survey and to share your thoughts on enhancing communication with APD, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NPN9V3J |
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| Vision Zero Seeks Public Input on Safer City Streets
Vision Zero is a community program that works to create safer streets for all of us, whether we are walking, biking, driving, or taking transit, and regardless of age or ability. The Vision Zero Action Plan o Action Plan to guide our efforts and would like your input. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete and can be done in English or Spanish: To learn more, visit: www.cabq.gov/vision-zero |
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| Lavender Libros Continues With Star Player for the Duke City Gladiators
City Councilor Cynthia Borrego initiated the Lavender Libros book reading project to demonstrate care and outreach to New Mexico’s children. This week's reading will be done by Duke City Gladiator’s Star Player Omauri, who will read his favorite children's book on Wednesday, October 21. To see this episode and to view previous videos, visit: www.youtube.com/channel/UCc-rWA5T7PWCDD4PQXuZkdw. |
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| Dispose of Trash Appropriately at the City's Four Area Convenience Centers in Bernalillo County
Don't dump illegally! It's bad for our groundwater, our environment and our neighborhoods, so please, dispose of your trash safely and appropriately at one of the four area convenience centers across Bernalillo County. - South Side (Montessa Park), 512 Los Picaros Rd NW, 505-768-5930
- West Side (Don Reservoir), 117 114th Street SW, 505-768-3920
- North Side (Eagle Rock), 6301 Eagle Rock Rd NE, 505-857-8318
- East Side (East Mountain Transfer Station) 505-281-9110
You can also call and request a large item pick-up from the City's Solid Waste Management Department by calling 311. You can report illegal dumping by calling (505) 314-0310. To learn more about what the City, County and other partners are doing to combat illegal dumping, visit: https://www.facebook.com/pg/IllegalDumpingPartnershipNM |
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| Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event This Saturday
The Department of Municipal Development, Solid Waste Management Department, Bernalillo County, and Advanced Chemical Transport (ACT) are sponsoring a free household hazardous waste collection event this Saturday, October 24 at Balloon Fiesta Park, East Parking Lot, 5000 Balloon Fiesta Parkway NE, between 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to bring their household hazardous waste on this drop-off day. NOTE: All participants must fill out the participant form and bring the attached completed form with you to the event. This is a necessary requirement to participate. This event will promote COVID-19 safe practices. Please make sure to wear a mask and stay in your vehicle at all times. You can complete the form and download it, as well as learn about the types of hazardous household waste you can drop off, at: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/our-department/events/household-hazardous-waste-collection-event-3 |
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