Category Archives: Community

Applications Being Accepted for Civilian Police Oversight Board

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The recently revamped Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board (CPOA) is actively seeking applications for new board members. Applications are being accepted from both new candidates and those who previously served on the board. The City recently reduced the time commitment required for CPOA board members and is also offering a stipend to those who complete the CPOA training. Interviews will start in mid-May so you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible. Interested individuals can apply online at: https://www.cabq.gov/council/albuquerque-police-oversight-board-application

New Mexico Community Survey Seeks Public Feedback

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The 2023 New Mexico Community Survey (NMCS) is available online in both English and Spanish, and community members are encouraged to respond and share their opinions. The survey helps in developing prevention programs within the state and has been extended through Sunday, May 7. If you take the survey, you have to option to enter a raffle for $100 or a final drawing for $500. The NMCS is completely anonymous, voluntary, available to all New Mexico residents 18 years of age or older, and is conducted by the Health Equity Council on behalf of the NM Office of Substance Abuse Prevention (NM OSAP) and the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE). The findings from this survey are used to better understand substance use and misuse across New Mexico and to better target prevention programming. To take the survey, visit: https://tinyurl.com/NMCS2023

State of the City May 20th

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Join Mayor Tim Keller for the 2023 State of the City Address and Community Celebration!

Let’s celebrate our city together at the 2023 State of the City in the heart of downtown at the iconic Albuquerque Rail Yards. Learn what different resources and services City departments and partner organizations offer our community all while enjoying local food trucks and live entertainment. After the community celebration, you’re invited to join us in the future home of the New Mexico Media Academy to find out what Mayor Keller’s administration is doing to make Albuquerque safer and more inclusive.

When and Where:

  • Saturday, May 20, 2023
  • 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. (Mayor’s Speech starts at 1:00 p.m.)
  • Albuquerque Rail Yards, 777 1st Street SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
  • Free, all ages event – Please RSVP

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Sustainability Public Meeting Seeks Community Input

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Join the City’s Sustainability Office for a transportation-focused Climate Action Plan Implementation Community Engagement meeting. The community is invited to share their thoughts with the City, who will tailor its sustainability projects to meet the public’s needs and expectations. The upcoming Climate Action Plan Implementation Community Engagement meeting will focus on electric vehicle related projects and programs, including Transit’s Zero Emissions Plan, as well as opportunities for the public to provide input. The virtual meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, 5:00 – 6:00 pm via Zoom and the public is encouraged to attend. To learn more, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/sustainability/climate-action-plan/climate-action-plan#CAP-community-engagement

ONC Hosting Virtual Lunch and Learn Training on NeighborWoods Program

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The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) is hosting a virtual Lunch and Learn training session on the NeighborWoods Program and how this program benefits residents and neighborhoods in Albuquerque. Panelists will include NeighborWoods staff and various neighborhood residents from across the City who have participated in the program. The ONC will moderate. This training is free, open to the public, and will be recorded and uploaded to the ONC’s YouTube channel for those who cannot attend. To register, visit: https://cabq.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_07w_Vfz8SH6kzbinHSfPKQ