Category Archives: Community

Solid Waste Management and Keep Albuquerque Beautiful Seek Volunteers for Fiesta Fanatics Event September 28th

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The Solid Waste Management Department and Keep Albuquerque Beautiful, in partnership with Imagine ABQ, proudly present the Fiesta Fanatics Cleanup Event, a rebranding of its annual fall neighborhood cleanup, and are seeking volunteers for this event. As a Fiesta Fanatic, you’ll be among the first to kick off the festivities for this year’s Balloon Fiesta. Volunteer perks include:

  • Exclusive Fiesta Fanatics t-shirt for the first 300 registrants to sign in day of event
  • Free Balloon Fiesta session ticket for the first 300 registrants to sign in day of event
  • Free breakfast and lunch
  • Free Supplies for cleanup (trash bags, gloves, grabbers, and safety vests)

Interested volunteers should register on the city’s volunteer registration website, https://www.oneabqvolunteers.com/need/detail/?need_id=970397. 
For more information call 311, TTY 711, or visit: www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/events/fiesta-fanatics-cleanup-event

APD Hosting Safe Surrender Gun Buy Back Event This Saturday

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The Albuquerque Police Department (APD) is hosting a Safe Surrender Gun Buyback event this Saturday, August 24, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at the University Substation, 1009 Bradbury SE. Anonymity for individuals who sell their guns is assured, and sellers will receive free tickets to the Isotopes baseball game taking place that same afternoon. Buy-back prices for guns are as follow:

  • $250 for assault weapons
  • $200 for semi-automatic handguns and rifles
  • $100 for long guns and pistols
  • NO CASH EXCHANGES for 3D and ghost guns

Sellers are asked to bring firearms unloaded and in the trunk of a vehicle, as this is a drive-thru event. For more information, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/police/news/apd-partners-with-new-mexicans-to-prevent-gun-violence-nm-united-lobo-athletics-and-isotopes-for-gun-buyback-event

ONC and NMDOT Hosting Virtual Presentation on I-25/Comanche Improvement Project

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What:  Virtual Meeting on the I-25/Comanche Improvement Project
When:  Thursday, August 29, 12:00 noon – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom, https://cabq.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_E-X0rJa1Q6yhplLBa1skFg

This presentation is free, open to all residents, and will be recorded and uploaded to the ONC’s YouTube channel.  

The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC) and the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) will host a virtual presentation on the I-25/Comanche Improvement Project on Thursday, August 29 at 12:00 noon via Zoom.

Construction has begun and is expected to be ongoing through Spring 2027 and will impact traffic in and around the I-25 corridor between Comanche and Montgomery. Residents, neighborhoods and businesses in and around the corridor will also be impacted. We hope you can join us at this informational presentation where you can learn about the project, ask questions and share concerns. For more information and to sign up for project updates, visit: https://www.i25improved.com/

Join Mayor Keller at State of the City this Saturday

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Hello Albuquerque,

It’s almost time for the State of the City Address and Community Celebration! Join us on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the ABQ BioPark Zoo. Come to this family-friendly community event and connect with City departments who are all working together to make Albuquerque a better place. Gates open at 5:45 PM, followed by Mayor Keller’s address at 6:15 PM.

The State of the City is a time for us to come together and celebrate our community. It’s also an opportunity to learn more about how we are fighting for our future to make Albuquerque the best place to live, work, and play. 

If you would like to attend the event, please RSVP here. We look forward to seeing everyone and celebrating this incredible place we call home. 

Sincerely,
Mayor Tim Keller

READ ENTIRE NEWSLETTER HERE

Animal Welfare Department Reminds Pet Owners To Remember The Leash!

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The Animal Welfare Department (AWD) would like to remind pet owners to remember the leash if you take your pet to City parks, trails, open spaces and anywhere within City limits. We love our furry friends here in Albuquerque and we encourage pet parents to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather with them!

AWD understands pet parents want the freedom of letting their pets roam, but as a reminder there are leash laws in Albuquerque for their safety and the safety of others. The City’s Municipal Code § 9-2-2-2 (A) states that “all animals are required to be on a leash. No animal shall be permitted in any street or public place within the city unless it is effectively restrained by a leash not to exceed 8 feet in length.” Violators could be fined for civil violations at $200 for the first offense, $300 for the second, and $500 for the third or subsequent offense or criminal charges can also be filed. There are several dog parks throughout Albuquerque where dogs can play off-leash. To see the map of dog parks, visit: https://www.cabq.gov/pets/news/dog-park-map