Public Hearing on Phase 2 Zoning Conversions Coming Up!

The Planning Department invites the public to attend the first hearing of the Phase 2 Zoning Conversion process, which will be heard at 10:00 a.m. during the Environmental Planning Commission (EPC) Hearing, on Thursday, Jan. 10, at Plaza del Sol, 600 2^nd St. NW, in the Basement Hearing Room. To learn more about this upcoming meeting, visit: http://www.cabq.gov/planning/boards-commissions/environmental-planning-commission/epc-agendas-reports-minutes

Cherry Hills Library Hosts “Kicking The Bucket List: 100 Downsizing and Organizing Things to do Before You Die” Seminar

If you’ve ever lost a loved one to death, whether suddenly or over a long period of time, this informational seminar is for you. Gail Rubin, CT, is a pioneering educator and TEDxABQ speaker who uses humor to teach about end-of-life topics. She’ll be presenting on funeral planning, organizing prior to death, and many other fascinating topics, on Saturday, Jan. 12, Cherry Hills Library, from 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. To learn more, call (505) 857-8321.

Neighborhood Association Meetings Around Town

·       Southwest Alliance of Neighborhoods, Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 6:00 p.m., WCCDG Offices. E-mail: jgallegoswccdg@gmail.com for more information.

·       Nob Hill NA, Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 6:00 p.m., Monte Vista Christian Church. E-mail: meyster1@me.com for more information.

·       Wells Park NA, Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m., Johnny Tapia Wells Park Community Center. E-mail: wellsparkna@gmail.com for more information.

·       Huning Castle NA, Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 7:00 p.m., Albuquerque Country Club. E-mail: hcnaalert@gmail.com for more information.

·       Barelas NA, Thursday, Jan. 10 at 6:00 p.m., Barelas Community Center. E-mail: info@barelas.org for more information.

·       South Valley Coalition of Neighborhood Associations, Thursday, Jan. 10 at 6:30 p.m., Bernalillo County Sheriff South Area Substation. E-mail: rmahoney1@comcast.net 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

History of Kirtland Air Field During WWII Is the Topic of Presentation on January 12

You’re invited to join John L. Deuble, Jr. on Saturday, Jan. 12, 10:00 a.m., at the Special Collections Library, Botts Hall, and learn about the fascinating history of Kirtland Air Field during World War II, its involvement with the Manhattan Project, and much more. To learn more, visit: https://libevents.abqlibrary.org/event/4735719?hs=a

Community Policing Council (CPC) Meetings This Week

·       Northeast Area Command CPC, Tuesday, Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m., North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center.

·       Southwest Area CPC, Wednesday, Jan. 9 at 6:00 p.m., Ted Gallegos Alamosa Community Center.

2019 is a great year to get more involved with community policing here in Albuquerque, so why not attend one of these meetings and learn more? For a complete listing of all CPC meeting dates, times, and locations, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/police/community-policing-council

Military Veteran Outreach Events Offer Tax Assistance, Benefit Information, and More

The New Mexico Department of Veteran’s Services (NMDVS) hosts monthly veteran outreach events at numerous community and senior centers and venues around Albuquerque, offering property tax benefit information, information on veteran’s license plates, veteran discounts, and much more. If you know any veterans, these events are for them! To see the NMDVS schedule of outreach events, as well as a host of other veteran information, visit: http://www.nmdvs.org

Resources Available for Landlord-Tenant Disputes

If you or someone you know is having landlord-tenant disputes, there is free legal advice available online through Law Access New Mexico. This telephone legal service provides free legal advice, in both English and Spanish. You can call 1-800-340-9771 or visit: www.lawaccess.org to learn more.

Web Etiquette Guidelines for Neighborhoods

Whether you’re sending an e-mail, texting someone, posting something or responding to something on a social media site, or even composing content for a web page, there are guidelines that help ensure credible and positive communication. Visit the ONC Neighborhood Toolbox and learn some useful online communication guidelines at:

http://www.cabq.gov/office-of-neighborhood-coordination/news/web-etiquette-guidelines

Vanessa Baca

Neighborhood Communication Liaison, Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)

City Council Department

(505) 768-3331 Office

Website: www.cabq.gov/neighborhoods