From: Baca, Vanessa <vanessabaca@cabq.gov>
Date: Mon, Jan 29, 2018 at 9:56 AM
Subject: Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) Weekly E-News - Monday, January 29, 2018
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Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) Offering “Neighborhood 101” Training on Monday, Feb. 26 – Register Today!
The ONC is offering “Neighborhood 101,” an interactive training that shares neighborhood success stories, offers brainstorming opportunities with other neighborhood leaders on topics such as how to engage new membership and retain existing members. Additionally, there will be success stories from fellow neighborhood leaders across the City and a panel discussion on bylaws. The training takes place on Monday, Feb. 26 at the Alamosa Community Center, 6900 Gonzales SW, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., and is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so register by calling (505) 768-3334 or e-mailing: onc@cabq.gov today!
You’re Invited to a Community Forum on the West Side 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 Thursday, Feb. 1 at 5:30 p.m., West Mesa Community Center. D. A. Torrez will discuss his current and future plans to address crime in the Albuquerque community. E-mail: tbui@da2nd.state.nm.us for more information.
IDO Training Sessions and Study Halls and Community Planning Area (CPA) Training Sessions This Week
The City of Albuquerque wants to help you learn more about the new land use, zoning, and planning regulations that are part of the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO), before it becomes effective on May 17. Come to a daytime or evening IDO training session at a location convenient to you. Learn more at: www.abc-zone.com
This week’s Community Planning Area (CPA) Training Sessions:
Wednesday, Jan. 31, 5:30 p.m., César Chávez Community Center, 7505 Kathryn SE
Thursday, Feb. 1, 5:30 p.m., Balloon Museum, 9201 Balloon Museum Dr. NE
This week’s Training Session and Study Hall
· Friday, Feb. 2, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Plaza del Sol, 600 2nd St. NW, Basement Hearing Room.
2018 Legislative Session Offers Opportunity to Learn About State Lawmaking
The 2018 Legislative Session is well underway in Santa Fe, and residents are reminded that this is an excellent time to get to know your state legislator, find out what projects and initiatives they are supporting, and make your voice heard about what is important to you and your neighborhood and community. This year’s session ends Thursday, Feb. 15, so you still have time to find out who your legislator is, or to follow the progress of bills in the House and Senate, by visiting: www.nmlegis.gov
Neighborhood Association Meetings Across Town
· District 6 Coalition of Neighborhoods, Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 6:00 p.m., George Pearl Hall, UNM Main Campus. E-mail: ginafornm@gmail.com for more information.
· Historic Old Town Property Owners Association, Wednesday, Jan. 31 at 3:30 p.m., High Noon Restaurant. E-mail: historicoldtown@gmail.com for more information.
· Silver Platinum Downtown Neighborhood Association, Thursday, Feb. 1 at 5:00 p.m., Imperial Building Community Room. E-mail: rc@silverplatinumdowntown.org for more information.
· Raynolds Addition Neighborhood Association, Thursday, Feb. 1 at 7:00 p.m., Washington Middle School Library. E-mail: silverlopez@aol.com for more information.
Albuquerque Dog Parks Offer Safe and Clean Areas for Your Furry Friend
Did you know that Animal Welfare offers an interactive, online map of all dog parks citywide? If you like to take your furry friend on walks and want a place to let him or her roam without a leash, these dog parks are just right! Don’t forget to clean up after your dog when you’re there. Find the one closest to you at: www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/parks/dog-parks
Northwest Area Command Seeks Neighborhood Input on Proposed Quarterly Meetings
The NW Area Command is asking for neighborhood feedback on a series of proposed quarterly meetings to bring together residents who may be experiencing similar criminal activity in their neighborhoods. Oftentimes, neighborhoods in close proximity to each other are targeted by the same person(s), and these proposed meetings will offer resources to share information that may help with crime prevention. If you are interested in attending such meetings, e-mail: snorris@cabq.gov and pgelabert@cabq.gov and share your thoughts and ideas.
ONC Online Toolbox Offers Suggestions For Recruiting Volunteers
Ever been frustrated trying to recruit volunteers for neighborhood or community events? It can be challenging, but the Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) has put together some tips and suggestions for getting folks involved. Visit our online Toolbox at: http://www.cabq.gov/office-of-neighborhood-coordination/neighborhood-toolbox to learn about volunteer recruiting, and a lot more!
Vanessa Baca
Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)
City Council Department
(505) 768-3331 Office
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