| Free Gun Locks Available at APD Area Commands
Did you know that the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) offers free gun locks to the public? you or someone you know would like gun locks, contact your Area Command. For a complete listing of all six Area Commands, including locations, contact information, and a map, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/police/area-commands |
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| Water Utility Authority Offering Xeriscape Rebates
To encourage landscapes that are appropriate to our desert environment, the Water Utility Authority offers generous rebates for the replacement of turf with xeriscaping. Several conditions must be met in order to qualify for the rebates, including approval of plans in advance by a Water Authority inspector. Xeriscaping saves water, saves time, and ultimately saves money.
For more information please visit: https://www.abcwua.org/conservation-rebates-residential-commercial-xeriscape-rebates/ or call (505)842-9287 ext. 4. |
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| Storehouse New Mexico In Need of Food Donations For Those in Need
Storehouse New Mexico is in urgent need of food donations for those in need in our community. They are seeking donations of canned fruits and vegetables, canned proteins such as tuna and meat, peanut butter, cans of soup and stews, and other non-perishable food items. If possible, canned food items should be pop-top for ease of opening, as many people do not have can openers immediately handy. You can drop off food donations Monday - Saturday between 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., at 106 Broadway SE. Donations can be dropped at the backdoor. To learn more about donations, visit: https://storehousenm.org/ |
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| Nob Hill-University Public Safety ECHO This Wednesday Features Overview of City's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
You are invited to the Nob Hill – University Public Safety ECHO this Wednesday, March 16,
1-2:30 p.m. The ECHO takes place via Zoom at:
cabq.gov/nobhill-uecho
Or:
https://zoom.us/ Meeting ID: 505-662-4455 Password: NobHill-U
Phone in: dial 1 253 215 8782 or 1-346-248-7799
Enter the meeting ID: 5056624455# - then hit # again
There will be a didactic presentation on the City's Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program given by Tyson R. Hummell, Assistant City Attorney & Alternative Dispute Resolution Coordinator
City of Albuquerque Legal Department. There will also be a case study on what do to about problematic alleyways. To learn more, contact Maria Wolfe at: mwolfe@cabq.gov. |
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| APD Warns of Scammers Posing as Law Enforcement Officers
The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is sharing information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) about a scam happening across the country involving people pretending to be law enforcement officers to extract personal identification information from individuals. The This article from ABC News includes details and information about what citizens should be aware of if someone claiming to be a police officer attempts to get personal information from them. The FBI urges consumers to protect themselves saying that "officials will never contact members of the public or medical practitioners by telephone to demand any form of payment, or to request personal or sensitive information." For more information, visit: https://abcnews.go.com/amp/Politics/scammers-posing-law-enforcement-extort-personal-information-fbi/story?id=83339242 or the FBI website at: https://www.fbi.gov/ |
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| NeighborWoods Tree Planting This Saturday in Westgate Heights Neighborhood
NeighborWoods and the Westgate Heights Neighborhood will be planting trees as part of the citywide NeighborWoods initiative to bring more trees to all neighborhoods, and the public is invited to help! You can join in the tree planting this Saturday, March 19 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. To learn more about this fun initiative, visit: https://www.oneabqvolunteers.com/need/detail/?need_id=653674 |
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| "Recyclothes" Clothing Drive Coming in March
Mark your calendars for Keep ABQ Beautiful's annual "Recyclothes" event, coming up on Saturday, March 19 at Hinkle Fun Center, 12901 Indian School NE, between 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. In partnership with Locker #505 Student's Clothing Bank, this event aims to collect new and gently used clothing for K-12 students. If you have clothing, socks, shoes or other clothing items you'd like to donate, please do so and help our kids in need in Albuquerque. to learn more, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/recyclothes |
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| Northwest Area Command Hosts "Coffee with a Cop" On March 22
The public is cordially invited to join the officers of the Northwest Area Command of the Albuquerque Police Department next Tuesday, March 22 for Coffee with a Cop. This event will be hosted by Donut Mart, 3301 Coors NW. You're invited to come and meet your officers, ask questions and share concerns, and enjoy a free cup of joe! For more information, contact Pete Gelabert at: pgelabert@cabq.gov. |
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| ONC Hosting Virtual "Lunch and Learn" Training Session on Handling Neighborhood Conflict
The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) invites the public to attend their upcoming virtual Lunch and Learn: Strategies For Managing Neighborhood Conflict, on Thursday, March 31, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Dr. Rudy Garcia, EdD, will provide this timely training on handling neighborhood conflict. This training provides attendees with the knowledge necessary in handling conflict between neighbors. How individuals learn to handle conflict sets the stage for everything they do in life. Conflict is not easy to deal with and learning how to handle it can result in positive ways to solve issues. It allows us to clarify our own thoughts and ideas. Learning how to manage conflict and channel its energy in a positive way creates success for all parties involved in the conflict. Four types of conflict will be identified in the training: personal; subject or issue; procedural; and competitive. This 2-hour training session will include handouts for attendees and the opportunity to join the panel and ask questions. To register, visit: https://cabq.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eUQ-38BYQmSYQ1iul4ZCoQ |
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