[Neighbors] Fwd: Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) Weekly E-News - Monday, December 18, 2017

Mon Dec 18 11:13:51 MST 2017

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From: Baca, Vanessa <vanessabaca at cabq.gov>
Date: Mon, Dec 18, 2017 at 10:49 AM
Subject: Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) Weekly E-News - Monday,
December 18, 2017
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*You’re Invited to a Community Forum with Bernalillo County District
Attorney Raul Torrez*

The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s (D.A.) Office invites you to a
Community Forum with D.A. Raul Torrez on Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 5:30 p.m.,
North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, 7521 Carmel NE
<https://maps.google.com/?q=7521+Carmel+NE&entry=gmail&source=g>. D.A.
Torrez will discuss his current and future plans to address crime in the
Albuquerque community. E-mail: tbui at da2nd.state.nm.us for more information.

*Neighborhood Associations Being Targeted By Scammers – Be Alert!*

The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) warns neighborhood associations to
be aware of scam attempts going on across town. Reports from several
associations to APD indicate that calls and e-mails are being sent
requesting association board members to transfer funds. The e-mails appear
to come from association e-mail accounts, but have been found to be
fraudulent. APD reminds you to always confirm the validity of any request
for money or fund transfers, and to confirm with other board members any
and all financial transaction requests.  Visit: www.cabq.gov/police to
learn more about crime prevention.

*A Very Star Wars Christmas Brings Darth Vader Along for the Holiday Season*

Did you ever wonder how Darth Vader spends the holiday season? The South
Broadway Cultural Center features a musical parody *A Very Star Wars
Christmas*, starting Friday, Dec. 22 and Saturday, Dec. 23, at 2:00 p.m.
and 7:00 p.m. each day. To buy tickets and learn more, visit:
www.southbroadwaytickets.com.

*Holiday Hours for City Departments Available Online*

All city offices will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, to in observance of
Christmas Day. Regular city services such as bus, Sun Van, trash and
recycle pickup will resume on Tuesday, Dec. 26. For a complete listing of
city closures on Christmas Day, visit:
http://www.cabq.gov/holiday/news/christmas-holiday-closures

*Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets*

We love our furry babies and want to spoil them, particularly during the
holidays. But not everything that is good for humans is good for cats and
dogs. Below are some tips for keeping our fuzzy friends healthy and safe
through the holiday season:

·        Securely anchor your Christmas tree so that it can’t be tipped
over and fall, possibly causing injury.

·        Keep poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly far away from pets. These
plants are highly toxic.

·        Beware of putting up tinsel, as cats love its sparkle, but if
swallowed, can cause stomach obstructions, vomiting, and possible emergency
surgery.

·        Don’t leave lighted candles around pets, as they could knock them
over and start a fire.

·        You know not to feed your pet chocolate or anything with xylitol,
but grapes, onions, fatty and spicy foods, and chicken bones are also not
good pet snacks.

·        If having a party or celebration, consider keeping your pet in his
or her own quiet room and space. Not all dogs and cats do well around lots
of people, and some may try to escape when letting guests in or seeing them
off.

·        Pets are terrified of fireworks, so on New Year’s Eve, keep them
in a safe, escape-proof area.

·        Keep your veterinarian’s number close at hand, as well as any 24/7
animal emergency clinics, if necessary.

·        As always, remember to microchip your pet and keep an
identification tag on them at all times, in case they run off or are lost.

*Get Involved With Your City Government*

Ever wanted to learn more about how city government works or how policy is
created? Interested in finding out how different departments operate? Now
is the time to get involved! You can join a Policy Team, serve on one of
60+ committees and boards, volunteer, or even apply to work with the City
of Albuquerque. Visit: https://www.cabq.gov/mayor/citizen-engagement and
learn how you can make a difference!

*ART Lanes for Buses Only – Please Drive with Caution*

The Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) has started limited service on Central
Avenue, and drivers are reminded that the ART bus-only lanes are for buses
and emergency vehicles only, not for regular car traffic. Drivers caught in
the ART bus-only lanes will be ticketed by Albuquerque Police Department.
For more information on the ART bus lanes, or general information, call the
ART hotline at (505) 398-4ART, or visit: www.brtabq.com

*Holiday Storytime at South Broadway Library Features Two Classic Christmas
Tales*

Join the staff at the South Broadway Library on Thursday, Dec. 21, 3:00
p.m., and enjoy family storytime to get you into the holiday spirit! The
Polar Express, that classic holiday train story, and The Farolitos of
Christmas, Rudolfo Anaya’s beautiful story of a little girl’s holiday
traditions, will be read, followed by fun arts and crafts! Visit:
www.abqlibrary.org/southbroadway for more information.

*The Office of Neighborhood Coordination wishes you, your family and your
loved ones, a safe, healthy and happy holiday!*

*Vanessa Baca*

Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination
(ONC)

City Council Department

(505) 768-3331 Office

www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods

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Greg Weirs
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