Thanksgiving Closures for the City

The Office of Neighborhood Coordination wishes everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving holiday, and reminds everyone that the majority of City services and offices will be closed on Thursday, November 22. There will be no 311 call center service, no trash or recycle pickup, no bus or Sun Van service, all libraries, community and senior centers, animal welfare offices, the BioPark and Zoo, and all City museums will be closed that day. There will also be no Rail Runner train service that day. Emergency services will be available, the Sunport will be open, and so will City golf courses and Tingley Beach. For a complete listing of City services closed on Thanksgiving Day, visit: http://www.cabq.gov/holiday/news/thanksgiving-holiday-closures

Luminaria Tour Tickets On Sale This Friday

It’s almost Luminaria Tour time! This year, tickets go on sale Friday, November 23 at 10:00 a.m., and every year, they sell out fast so make sure to get yours this year and join in the fun on Christmas Eve. Visit: www.luminariatour.com to learn more about this annual holiday tradition.

Thanksgiving Week Services and Meals for Those in Need

If you know someone in need of a holiday meal, or if you would like to give back to your community and volunteer to serve meals to those in need, this resource page is for you! Please share it with others in your neighborhood and help make Thanksgiving special for those less fortunate. Visit: https://www.cabq.gov/council/news/thanksgiving-week-homeless-services-schedule/?abc

Neighborhood Association Meetings This Week

·       Albuquerque Meadows, Monday, Nov. 19 at 6:00 p.m., Albuquerque Meadows Clubhouse. E-mail: stetson414@gmail.com for more information.

·       Semillas y Raices, Tuesday, Nov. 20 at 6:00 p.m., Art Center Square (AC2). E-mail: s33dsnroots@gmail.com for more information

·       Four Hills Village Association, Tuesday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 p.m., Canyon Club. E-mail: aman328@aol.com for more information.

TEDxABQWomen 2018 is Coming!

Mark your calendars for Thursday, Nov. 29 at 5:30 p.m.! The TEDxABQWomen 2018 conference is coming and you’re invited! You’ll hear some inspirational, funny and innovative presentations from local artists who represent the power of women and girls in a meaningful way. Come out to the KiMo Theater and check it out. Visit: https://www.kimotickets.com/event/324681/tedxabq-women-2018 to learn more.

Winter Safety Tips For Your Pets

Cats and dogs can and do feel the cold, just as humans do, and hypothermia is a very real danger to them. To keep your furry friends warm, safe, and healthy this winter, here are some tips:

·       Keep your pets indoors in the winter when you’re not home.

·       If pet water bowls are outdoors, check them frequently to make sure the water has not frozen.

·       Don’t leave animals in closed cars in the winter. A car can become dangerously cold and can be just as deadly to an animal as in the summer.

·       Keep anti-freeze away from children and animals! Anti-freeze has a sweet taste that can attract them, and ethylene glycol is extremely poisonous.

·       If your pet has walked on salted or de-iced surfaces, clean them immediately with warm water and don’t let them lick their paws. These substances are toxic to animals.

·       Check your pet’s paws frequently for balls of ice or snow that can form there. Rinse with warm water to remove.

·       Pets that are outdoors often seek warmth and protection on or near a car’s engine. Bang on your car hood or honk the horn before starting the engine.

·       If your pet must be outdoors, insulate his or her bed with straw, and switch it out if it becomes damp.

For more winter pet safety suggestions and information, visit: www.cabq.gov/pets

Recycle Right ABQ Aims to Educate Residents on What and How to Recycle

Did you know that 29% of materials placed into recycling carts are trash? The Solid Waste Management Department needs your help to change that! The City’s “Recycling Right” program educates and informs residents about what to recycle, how best to recycle, how to determine what should go in your blue recycle cart and teal bin, and much more. Join the conversation by sharing videos and photos about how Recycling Right has impacted your home or workplace by using the hashtag #RecycleRightABQ. Check out this video that shares more about how to Recycle Right in Albuquerque and visit recyclerightABQ.com.

Los Duranes Community Center Offers Wide Variety of All-Ages Activities

Have you visited the Los Duranes Community Center lately? In addition to after-school programs, a fitness center, and a senior meal site, there is also a wide variety of fun activities like: yoga, pickleball, tai chi chih, and shoshin ryu martial arts classes! Visit: www.cabq.gov/family/community-centers/community-center-locations/los-duranes-community-center to see what you might be able to do there!

Online Crime Mapping Tool Gives Up-To-Date Information on Crime in Your Neighborhood

Have you used Albuquerque Police Department’s (APD) Crime Mapping Tool yet? This free online tool allows you to see what types of crime are happening in specific neighborhoods across town. It is updated regularly, so you might want to bookmark it and check it regularly. Or you can sign up for alerts! Visit: https://www.cabq.gov/police/online-services/crime-mapping/ to learn more.

ONC Video Training on Public Notification Process Now Available on YouTube

The Office of Neighborhood Coordination, the Planning Department, and the Alternative Dispute Resolution Office recently teamed up to offer a training on the public notification process for applicants and developers as a result of the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) new requirements. If you weren’t able to attend the training, check out the video from the event, at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsDbtwS06tU

Vanessa Baca

Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)

City Council Department

(505) 768-3331 Office

Website: www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods