Monday, March 15, 2021
Weekly eNews
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Special Procedures for City Council Meeting on Monday, March 15, 2021
In response to the Governor’s declaration of a Public Health Emergency and ban on large public gatherings, the City Council Meeting on Monday, March 15 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/EV7jRggyua4. 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 at: https://cabq.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Written comments will be distributed to all Councilors for review in advance of the meeting.
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Lavender Libros Continues with City Director of Arts and Culture
Lavender Libros continues this week with Dr. Shelle Sanchez, Director of the Department of Arts and Culture, reading aloud from her favorite children's book this Wednesday, March 17. Lavender Libros is a virtual reading program initiated by City Councilor Cynthia D. Borrego (D-5) as a way to encourage literacy during COVID-19 and beyond. To view the latest reading, and to see past readings, visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc-rWA5T7PWCDD4PQXuZkdw
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2020 IDO Annual Update Applications Heading to City Council
The 2020 IDO Annual Update applications for City-wide and Small Mapped Areas has left the Environmental Planning Commission with a recommendation of approval with conditions. The applications head next to the City Council for review and decision. Planning staff will create a redline draft that shows the EPC's recommended conditions of approval for Small Areas and Citywide changes. Public comments will be taken at Council's Land Use, Planning, and Zoning (LUPZ) Committee and at full City Council, so there are still multiple hearings to give input. The date for the first LUPZ committee meeting will be available once the bill is on the Letter of Introduction. Send comments to the Clerk of the Council, Crystal Ortega and Council Planning staff at:
For more information about the IDO Annual Update, visit: https://abc-zone.com/ido-annual-update-2020
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Solid Waste Seeks Public Input on Green Cart Pilot Program
The Solid Waste Management Department is exploring public interest in a Green Cart Pilot Program, diverting green waste from going into the waste stream. This pilot program would be for the curbside collection of residential green waste (leaves, grass, brush and branches) along with refuse and recycling. With feedback obtained from this survey, city staff will better understand residents' concerns, wants, and expectations for a residential curbside Green Cart Pilot Program, if implemented. You can complete the survey via the link provided: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/greencart.
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Solar Public Awareness Campaign Aims to Educate Residents
The City's Consumer Financial Protection Initiative is launching a public awareness campaign about unfair and deceptive solar panel marketing to Albuquerque homeowners. While going solar can be a win-win for saving money and protecting the environment, it’s important for residents to have all the details. For more information about the City’s efforts concerning solar panel awareness, please go to https://www.cabq.gov/consumer-financial-protection-initiative/solar-awareness
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ONC Hosting Virtual Panel Discussion on Neighborhood Safety and Neighborhood Watch Program
Please join the Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) next Wednesday, March 24 for a Lunch and Learn Virtual Panel Discussion on neighborhood safety best practices and the importance of neighborhood watch programs. Block captains from various neighborhoods and staff from the Albuquerque Police Department will be on the panel and share their tips and ideas for neighborhood safety. You can register at: https://cabq.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A2j8EgUCTTOuh857AKFFDQ
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2nd Judicial District Court Holding Civil Trials at South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center
Balancing the need to continue COVID-safe practices with its obligation to keep the wheels of justice turning, the Civil Division of the Second Judicial District has started holding trials at the South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center. It is common for civil trials to involve multiple plaintiffs and/or defendants, as well as multiple attorneys representing those parties, and the need for social distancing makes it difficult to hold such trials in a regular courtroom in the downtown courthouse. Many civil trials could have ground to a halt without appropriate accommodation. The County-owned facility has space to accommodate a judge, court staff, and multiple attorneys and jurors. Several civil trials are scheduled at this facility throughout the end of the year. To learn more about civil trials taking place there, contact Sidney Hill, Public Information Officer, at: albdsxh@nmcourts.gov
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Solid Waste Management Encourages Proper Disposal of Hoses, Cords and Ropes
If you're spring cleaning and getting rid of hoses, rope or cords, please do not put them in your recycling bin. They often get tangled in the machines at the Solid Waste Management's Material Recovery Facility and slow down the recycling process. Instead, throw them away in your trash bin. To learn more about proper trash and recycling disposal, visit: www.cabq.gov/solidwaste
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Senior Affairs Offering Free Digital Literacy Classes and Tech Help Hotline
Many senior citizens in our community have embraced technology during the ongoing pandemic, and the City's Department of Senior Affairs wants to help them keep their tech skills going. Senior Affairs offers free Digital Literacy classes on a variety of technical and computer topics aimed specifically at senior citizens. You can also call the City's tech help hotline at: (505) 503-INFO / (505) 503-4636 with your tech questions. To learn more about digital literacy for senior citizens, visit: http://www.cabq.gov/seniors/about-senior-affairs/senior-affairs-stay-connected-from-home
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Hodgin Neighborhood "Helpers" Assisting Residents with Hazardous Waste Disposal
The Hodgin Neighborhood in District 7 has taken an active approach to helping neighbors and residents during the pandemic, and has created "Hodgin Helpers," a free initiative aimed at helping neighbors and reducing the load on City services. Through the end of March, the "Hodgin Helpers" encourage residents to NOT throw their hazardous household waste in City trash cans, but instead, they will help properly dispose of these items. Residents in the Hodgin Neighborhood can have items such as paint cans, spray paint, household cleaners, motor oil, insecticide, batteries, used lightbulbs, cleaners and solvents picked up and safely disposed of. If you are a Hodgin resident and need assistance from a "Hodgin Helper," contact contact Pat Mallory, Hodgin Neighborhood Association President, at: malloryabq@msn.com
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APD Actively Seeking Recruits
The Recruiting Unit of the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is actively seeking to find and hire new officers. There is a $5,000 hiring bonus, and there are numerous hiring events and other resources available for residents who are considering a career in law enforcement. If your association or group would like to have the Recruiting Unit do a presentation on APD's hiring process, or to give feedback on the qualities and type of person they would like to have as future police officers, you can contact the Unit at: apdrecruiting@cabq.gov.
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