A proposal that was initially pitched as a way to increase the construction workforce while saving money on city-contracted projects was withdrawn from consideration during a City Council meeting Monday night. After hearing criticism from industry members, Councilor Dan Champine changed his stance on his bill that would have required city construction contractors to dedicate […]
Elizabeth McCall
Elizabeth McCall covers Albuquerque City Hall and local government for nm.news. She is a graduate of NMSU's School of Journalism and previously reported for The Independent News.
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City Council withdraws bill that proposed to increase construction workforce
A proposal that was initially pitched as a way to increase the construction workforce while saving money on city-contracted projects was withdrawn from consideration during a City Council meeting Monday night. After hearing criticism from industry members, Councilor Dan Champine changed his stance on his bill that would have required city construction contractors to dedicate […]
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ABQ Council president grills Keller administration over Trump bill
After former President Donald Trump campaigned in Albuquerque last week with an unpaid bill from the city for his previous visit, City Council President Dan Lewis blasted Mayor Tim Keller’s administration about consistency when it comes to charging for other campaign events. Trump stopped in Albuquerque on Oct. 31 at CSI Aviation, near the Albuquerque […]
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ABQ Council president grills Keller administration over Trump bill
After former President Donald Trump campaigned in Albuquerque last week with an unpaid bill from the city for his previous visit, City Council President Dan Lewis blasted Mayor Tim Keller’s administration about consistency when it comes to charging for other campaign events. Trump stopped in Albuquerque on Oct. 31 at CSI Aviation, near the Albuquerque […]
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ABQ City Council set to consider administration accountability measures, possible shelter contract
Albuquerque city councilors are expected to consider two proposals during their meeting Monday that would require more accountability from Mayor Tim Keller’s administration. Councilors may also vote on a $5 million operator contract for the city’s Gateway West Facility — an overnight shelter for those experiencing homelessness. New social media rules Councilors will consider a […]
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ABQ City Council set to consider administration accountability measures, possible shelter contract
Albuquerque city councilors are expected to consider two proposals during their meeting Monday that would require more accountability from Mayor Tim Keller’s administration. Councilors may also vote on a $5 million operator contract for the city’s Gateway West Facility — an overnight shelter for those experiencing homelessness. New social media rules Councilors will consider a […]
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Trump’s visit to Albuquerque sparks ups and downs, confusion
The announcement that former President Donald Trump will stop through Albuquerque for a campaign rally on Thursday set off a rollercoaster of political tension, along with uncertainty about the location and where attendees should park. While there is now a location for the rally and a plan for parking and shuttle services there’s still partisan […]
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Trump’s visit to Albuquerque sparks ups and downs, confusion
The announcement that former President Donald Trump will stop through Albuquerque for a campaign rally on Thursday set off a rollercoaster of political tension, along with uncertainty about the location and where attendees should park. While there is now a location for the rally and a plan for parking and shuttle services there’s still partisan […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Housing & Homelessness, Local Government
City says criticism about proposed Downtown investments is unfounded
As the City of Albuquerque continues to push for two initiatives officials say will help revitalize the Downtown area, a prominent property owner and frequent critic of Mayor Tim Keller’s administration says he isn’t buying it. Keller announced his plans for a new business improvement district (BID) and tax increment financing (TIF) at a press […]
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City says criticism about proposed Downtown investments is unfounded
As the City of Albuquerque continues to push for two initiatives officials say will help revitalize the Downtown area, a prominent property owner and frequent critic of Mayor Tim Keller’s administration says he isn’t buying it. Keller announced his plans for a new business improvement district (BID) and tax increment financing (TIF) at a press […]