2020 Census Goes Live In March
Next month the Census goes live. Take time to learn how important the Census is to you and your community. For every New Mexican counted, the state receives $3,745 each year for the next 10 years in federal dollars. This money is used to support schools, hospitals, roads, emergency services, etc. Even a 1% undercount costs New Mexico $78,630,020 each year. Get counted and help New Mexico get the money it deserves. To learn more, visit: www.census2020.com

Sí Se Puede Awards Seeking Nominations for 2020
The Recuerda a César Chávez Committee (RCCC) are accepting nominations for the 15th Annual César E. Chávez and Dolores Huerta Sí Se Puede Award. These awards are presented to two individuals who have exemplified the ideals of César E. Chávez and Dolores Huerta by making meaningful contributions to our communities through leadership, service, and education. You can email a nomination to: rcccabq@gmail.com, no later than Saturday, February 29.

Neighborhood Association Meetings This Week

South Los Altos, Monday, February 24 at 5:30 p.m., Hawthorne Elementary School

Palomas Park, Tuesday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m., Church of the Risen Savior

Historic Old Town Property Owners, Wednesday, February 26 at 3:30 p.m., Old Town Substation

International District Healthy Communities Coalition, Thursday, February 27 at 9:00 a.m., Endorphin Power Company

Explora Hosts Teen Night 2020 This Friday!
Leap into 2020 Teen Night at Explora with friends, food, and fun! The City of Albuquerque’s Youth Connect and Explora have teamed up to provide teens aged 12-19 with an evening planned just for them! Along with FREE entry into the museum, there will also be games, origami, a ping pong ball explosion, and door prizes! Come check it out on Friday, February 28 from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.! Avoid the line- pre-register by visiting www.cabq.gov/teen-nights

Veteran's Outreach Events This Week
If you know a military veteran in need of assistance, there are two veteran's outreach events happening this week, sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Veteran's Services.

Monday, February 24 at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center

Tuesday, February 25 at the Veteran's Administration in the Lobby

To learn more about these ongoing events, contact Joseph Dorn at: josephm.dorn@state.nm.us

ONC Seeks Neighborhood Images for Photo Project
The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) needs your help! We are seeking neighborhood images going back 10 years that showcase members, events, landmarks, and locations that positively showcase your neighborhood. Images should be in JPEG or PNG formats only, should not exceed 1500 pixels and be as high-resolution as possible. Please e-mail these images to vanessabaca@cabq.gov no later than Monday, March 9.

UNM Hosting Two Public Forums As Part of Search for Executive Vice President of Health Sciences

Downtown Public Safety ECHO Invites Community To Attend Weekly Safety Seminars - In Person or Online
Please join the Downtown Public Safety ECHO meeting each Thursday at the Alvarado Transportation Center, 100 1st Street SW, and learn about community safety issues and best practices for helping to make Downtown a safe and healthy neighborhood. You can also video conference the weekly meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/5052273877, Meeting ID: 505-227-3877; you can dial in at 1-669-900-9833 or 1-646-558-8656 and enter meeting ID: 505 277 3877 # - then hit # again; and you can contact Maria Wolfe at (505) 362-4635 or mwolfe@cabq.gov with any questions.

Reusable Bag Giveaway Events Aim To Provide Citizens with Reusable Bags
The Solid Waste Management Department is hosting one final reusable bag giveaway event this Saturday and you're invited! Come out and learn about the Clean and Green Ordinance, grab a reusable bag and chat with City employees. The ONC will also be there giving out reusable bags. For more information, visit: www.cabq.gov/solidwaste

Saturday, February 29
9:00 am. - 12:00 noon
Smith’s on Golf Course 
8301 Golf Course Rd NW

Coffee with City Councilor Diane Gibson (D7) This Friday
Please join City Councilor Diane Gibson, District 7, this Friday, February 28, at 9:30 a.m., for free coffee and an update about happenings in this Council District, at Weck's Restaurant, 3919 Louisiana NE. To learn more, contact Abigail Stiles at: astiles@cabq.gov

Military Family Store Dedication Ceremony Invites Public to Honor Veterans
The public is cordially invited to attend the dedication ceremony for New Mexico's first Starbucks Military Family Store this Wednesday, February 26, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at 5301 Gibson SE. There will be refreshments, a dedication ceremony, speakers and much more.