[Neighbors] FW: Weekly eNews from CABQ

Mon Nov 16 12:00:51 MST 2020

From: Vanessa Baca, Manager, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) [mailto:vanessabaca at cabq.gov] 
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Monday, November 16, 2020
Weekly eNews

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Special Procedures for City Council Meeting on Monday, November 16, 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, November 16 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://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=de51b604e6&e=44d9523a23> https://www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/govtv, or on YouTube at  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=e3817fb5cf&e=44d9523a23> https://youtu.be/3gWQLwDvrCk. 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 online at:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=e47e6aa977&e=44d9523a23> 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://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=2ea6e10428&e=44d9523a23> https://www.cabq.gov/council/find-your-councilor/public-comments through 1:00 pm on Monday, November 16. 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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Lavender Libros Continues This Week with Bernalillo County Clerk
The Lavender Libros online reading initiative continues this week with Bernalillo County Clerk Linda Stover reading her favorite children's book on Wednesday, November 17. You can view her reading, and see past readings, at the Lavender Libros YouTube channel, at:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=baf3a00565&e=44d9523a23> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc-rWA5T7PWCDD4PQXuZkdw

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City Seeks Community Input For Next APD Chief
The City of Albuquerque is seeking community input for the Albuquerque Police Department’s (APD) next police chief with a new online survey. The City’s contracted specialist, Herb Crosby, along with city staff have been meeting virtually with community members and organizations to gather input as the search continues. The City is seeking input from the broader Albuquerque community through a survey option at: <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=f2d41c1be0&e=44d9523a23>  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X63L3P2. Community input through virtual meetings will continue through the end of this month, and the survey will be open for the remainder of the month as well. The search committee has held 22 community meetings already. The job posting for the APD Police Chief can be viewed  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=c2ebe539e0&e=44d9523a23> here.

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Community Policing Council Meetings Happening Virtually
Have you been wanting to get more involved with your Community Policing Council (CPC)? Now is a great time to participate. All CPC meetings take place online, so it's a safe way for you to be part of helping develop policy and procedures for the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). For a complete listing of all CPCs citywide and when they host their meetings, visit:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=05f5e474c9&e=44d9523a23> http://www.cabq.gov/cpoa/community-policing-council/community-policing-council

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The Benefits of Bilingual Education Online Seminar Discusses Learning In Other Languages
The National Hispanic Cultural Center, UNM Press, and Bookworks are hosting a fascinating free online discussion on bilingual education called The Shoulders We Stand On this Wednesday, November 18 at 6:00 p.m. This virtual seminar traces the complex history of bilingual education in New Mexico, covering Spanish, Diné, and Pueblo languages, and focuses on the formal establishment of bilingual education infrastructure and looks at the range of contemporary challenges facing the educational environment today.To register, visit:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=7af9a99a5c&e=44d9523a23> https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrd-qgrzorG9d6r9iwQCKRVUBM-g-LYSSC

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Homeless Coordinating Council Seeks Public Feedback on Community-Wide Homelessness Framework
The Homeless Coordinating Council (HCC), with representatives from the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, the University of New Mexico, neighborhood advocates, and service providers, seeks public feedback on its recently released community-wide framework on homelessness. Since August, the HCC committees have worked collaboratively to identify gaps, needs, and high impact strategies within these core focus areas: services, facilities, street outreach, affordable housing, and youth housing. View the comprehensive report  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=93dbcaa378&e=44d9523a23> here. Public feedback is now critical for this ambitious work to address homelessness issues effectively. Maintaining HCC's progress requires additional citizen, neighborhood, and community engagement. The HCC requests that you take the time to read the report and give your feedback on the findings. Complete the short survey at:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=fee7294ffd&e=44d9523a23> https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KX9W8HL.

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Virtual Public Meeting on Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Next Week

The City's Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will conduct a meeting from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Thursday, November 19, and the public is invited to participate and share their thoughts on the 2020 Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan outlines hazards and emergencies that could threaten our area such as floods, wildfires, or severe weather; and identifies ways to reduce impacts through long-term, sustainable mitigation projects. To join the meeting, visit:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=427cd95784&e=44d9523a23> https://cabq.zoom.us/j/96788753337 or call in at: 646-558-8656 using the following Meeting ID (967 8875 3337).Contact the OEM at: cabqoem at cabq.gov <mailto:cabqoem at cabq.gov>  with any questions.

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Bernalillo County Office of Senior and Social Services Offering Free Online Genealogy Classes
Bernalillo County's Office of The Office of Senior and Social Services will host free online beginner genealogy classes in November and December. The four-part genealogy series kicks off Monday, November 23 at 10:30 a.m. Classes are one and 1/2 hours long and are free and open to any Bernalillo County resident. Register online at:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=de88958de9&e=44d9523a23> https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMrfuysqDMsH9TgV8MUw6OzkngZW1Xruvm2

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"Medicare Made Clear" Virtual Presentation Explains This Healthcare Choice
On Tuesday, November 17 at 10:00 a.m., the City's Department of Senior Affairs will host a Webex online seminar aimed at explaining Medicare and how it works. If you or someone you know is considering applying for Medicare and want more information, this seminar is a great resource. To attend virtually, visit:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=a59164689a&e=44d9523a23> https://signin.webex.com, using the Webex Meeting Number:146 621 3603, and the password: NWmDP2gTT24

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Heading Home Hosting COVID-Safe Donation Drive For Those In Need
Heading Home provides outreach, shelter and housing services to many in our community experiencing homelessness. They are hosting a holiday donation drive as there are many in Albuquerque in need. You can donate in many different ways. You can donate money online, you can visit their Amazon Wish list and send items, or you can drop off donations of clothing, household items, shoes, books, games, toys and many other things, and you can find out about all the ways you can help by visiting:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=0cb1bd808c&e=44d9523a23> https://headinghome.org/holiday-of-hope-2020

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Don't Be A Turkey! Safely Thaw and Roast Your Bird This Thanksgiving
Even though our Thanksgiving celebrations will be smaller this year, most of us will still be cooking the traditional turkey! It's easy to forget that thawing your turkey correctly is key to a safe and healthy meal. Turkeys must be kept at a safe temperature during thawing. There are three safe ways to thaw your bird: in the refrigerator, in cold water, or in the microwave oven. To learn how to safely and correctly thaw your bird and best ways to cook it, visit:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=3afcbd5374&e=44d9523a23> www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/get-answers/food-safety-fact-sheets/poultry-preparation/turkey-basics-safe-thawing/CT_Index

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Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)

Website:  <https://cabq.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=b697b563bdb0acc3e117a1409&id=2ce33cf7d7&e=44d9523a23> www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods
E-mail:  <mailto:onc at cabq.gov> onc at cabq.gov
Telephone: (505) 768-3334
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