[Neighbors] Fwd: Weekly eNews CABQ

[Melodie Eyster]

Forwarding this CABQ e-news to the neighborhood.

Sent from my iPhone

Begin forwarded message:

> From: "Vanessa Baca, Manager, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)" <vanessabaca at cabq.gov>
> Date: February 8, 2021 at 12:16:17 PM MST
> To: theboard at nobhill-nm.com
> Subject: Weekly eNews
> Reply-To: "Vanessa Baca, Manager, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)" <vanessabaca at cabq.gov>
> 
> 
> View this email in your browser
> 
> Wednesday, February 8, 2021
> Weekly eNews
>  
> President's Day Closures for the City of Albuquerque
> Monday, February 15 is President's Day, and many City offices will be closed. There will be regular trash and recycle pickup that day, ABQ RIDE will run a regular bus and Sun Van schedule, and the 311 Call Center will be open. For a complete listing of available services and closures, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/holiday/news/presidents-day-information
>  
> Downtown ECHO Public Safety Presentation
> Please join ithe Downtown Public Safety ECHO this Thursday, February 11 at 1:00 p.m. for a presentation on Trauma and the Stress Response System, from Donna Lucero, MA, LPCC, Training Institute Director and High Fidelity Wraparound Clinical Director, All Faith’s Children’s Advocacy Center. To attend the meeting:
> 
> 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.
> 
> Contact Maria Wolfe at: mwolfe at cabq.gov with questions.
>  
> Online Crime Mapping Tool Allows You To Track Illegal Activity in Albuquerque
> Have you used the Albuquerque Police Department's (APD) online Crime Mapping tool? It's a great resource for residents who want to see the types of criminal activity reported in different areas around town. You can see crime in specific neighborhoods or you can see the overall activity citywide. To learn more and to use this great tool, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/police/online-services/crime-mapping/
>  
> City Council Committee Meetings Happening This Week 
> Several City Council Committees will be meeting the week of February 8, 2021. 
> Finance and Government Operations (FGO), Monday, February 8
> Alvarado Task Force, Tuesday, February 9
> Public Safety Committee (PSC), Tuesday, February 9
> Land Use, Planning and Zoning (LUPZ), Wednesday, February 10
> Committee of the Whole (COW), Thursday, February 11
> To sign up for public comment and to see the meetings via Zoom, visit: http://www.cabq.gov/council/events
>  
> Lavender Libros Continues This Week with New Mexico United Captain
> This week on Lavender Libros, another local star athlete will read out loud to our NM kiddos! New Mexico United Soccer Captain Josh Suggs, #5, will read his favorite children's book on Wednesday, February 10. Lavender Libros is a children's reading program that airs weekly and features The reading broadcasts occur every Wednesday. You can tune in to Devon's reading, and see past readings, at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc-rWA5T7PWCDD4PQXuZkdw
>  
> New Mexico Museums Reopen To the Public On Modified Schedule
> The New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs announced that the state's eight museums and seven of its historic sites are reopening in limited, COVID-safe ways and on modified schedules. The public is encouraged to visit: www.newmexicoculture.org/hours-and-admission-prices for up-to-date information on hours of operation, admission prices, and other information. 
>  
> Proposed Changes to IDO To Be Heard at Upcoming EPC Hearing
> The Environmental Planning Commission (EPC) is reviewing proposed changes to the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO), the City's zoning code. There was a hearing on January 21 at which the EPC heard a presentation by staff and took public comments. EPC voted to continue hearing the proposed changes at the February meeting, which will be held Thursday, February 18. Staff will prepare a staff report summarizing comments received to date and proposing conditions of approval for EPC to consider recommending to City Council, which will review the proposed changes next. EPC will take public comments about the proposed changes and conditions at this February hearing. Meeting details, zoom information, and instructions for sending comments are available on the project webpage here:
> Meeting Details & Zoom information
> The meeting agenda, staff report, and all other meeting materials will be available by Friday, February 12 at: http://www.cabq.gov/planning/boards-commissions/environmental-planning-commission/epc-agendas-reports-minutes
>  
> Financial Literacy Program Offers Resources to Residents Affected by COVID-19
> The City of Albuquerque was selected by the national nonprofit organization Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE) to receive $80,000 in grant funding, technical assistance, and training to launch a new public Financial Navigators program. The Financial Navigators program is designed to help residents deal with the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing remote assistance in navigating critical financial issues by connecting clients to social services and resources. This free public service is available to all City residents. To learn more about this free program and how it can work for you, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/legal/financial-navigators/about-the-financial-navigators-program
>  
> Little Free Library Program Accepting Applications
> The City's Office of Civic Engagement continues working to expand accessible and diverse literacy resources in our community through the Little Free Library program. They have launched an application process to request a Little Free Library for your neighborhood. While all are welcome to apply, priority will be given to applicants living in low-income areas, near Title I schools, and/or in neighborhoods without existing accessible literacy resources such as public libraries. Find the application here. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 19. To learn more, visit: https://littlefreelibrary.org/abq
>  
> County Offers Expanded Genealogy Courses Through March
> Bernalillo County's Office of Senior and Social Services continues the Bringing Generations Together Thru Genealogy program with “DNA in Genealogy: Testing, Tools and Techniques,” a six-part series of free online classes for Bernalillo County residents. The classes will be recorded so registrants not available to participate live can view the classes on demand. The classes are free and hosted online via Zoom on Mondays from 10:30 am. to noon from Feb. 8 to March 15. Register for all classes online at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AmYIXr7eTJezhbXOwcvtTA
>  
> South Broadway Cultural Center Hosts Art Show Focusing on Love in Time for Valentine's Day
> With Valentine's Day coming up, the South Broadway Cultural Center is hosting an art show LOVE: Valentine Art, featuring the work of local artist Lonnie Anderson. The show runs through February 20, with viewings Thursdays and Fridays from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., by reservation only. So if you're looking for something to share with the one you love this Valentine's Day, check out this great art exhibit! Visit: www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/events/love-valentine-art to learn more.
> 
> 
> 
> Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)
> Website: www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods
> E-mail: onc at cabq.gov
> Telephone: (505) 768-3334
> 
> 
> 
> Want to change how you receive these emails?
> You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
>  
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: <http://mailman.swcp.com/pipermail/neighbors_nobhill-nm/attachments/20210208/9a3ec251/attachment.htm>