A vocal coalition that includes state lawmakers will once again try to get New Mexico’s prohibition on rent control repealed at the legislative session that begins Jan. 21 in Santa Fe. The group hopes a longer 60-day session this year will give the effort more legs after it failed to gain traction during last year’s […]
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Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
More casitas and food trucks could be coming to BernCo
Bernalillo County residents may soon be able to build casitas on their property and see food trucks in new areas. County Commissioners Tuesday will consider those items as well as a deal that could spur improvements to a Near North Valley apartment complex. One proposed item includes amendments to the county’s comprehensive zoning ordinance that […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Local Gov.
More casitas and food trucks could be coming to BernCo
Bernalillo County residents may soon be able to build casitas on their property and see food trucks in new areas. County Commissioners Tuesday will consider those items as well as a deal that could spur improvements to a Near North Valley apartment complex. One proposed item includes amendments to the county’s comprehensive zoning ordinance that […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Estancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Award-Winning Musician to Perform at Mountainair Hall of Excellence Pinto Bean Dance
The Town of Mountainair announced award-winning award-winning country artist Nathaniel Krantz will take the stage at the Mountainair Hall Of Excellence Pinto Bean Dance in March. The free, all-ages show set for March 29 will run from 8 p.m. to midnight at Dr. Saul Community Center. The dance will feature lively music and plenty of […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Housing & Homelessness, Local Gov.
Want to help ABQ’s homeless? Here’s three uncommon ways
The city operates a volunteer portal for residents to get involved — including in homelessness efforts — but there are other, perhaps not-so-common, options for Burqueños who want to help. Here are three to consider. Help with a more accurate count To secure critical federal funds for homelessness initiatives, the New Mexico Coalition to End […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Housing & Homelessness, Local Gov.
Want to help ABQ’s homeless? Here’s three uncommon ways
The city operates a volunteer portal for residents to get involved — including in homelessness efforts — but there are other, perhaps not-so-common, options for Burqueños who want to help. Here are three to consider. Help with a more accurate count To secure critical federal funds for homelessness initiatives, the New Mexico Coalition to End […]
Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Mountainair Property Owners Now Responsible for Keeping Town Clean and Safe
The Town of Mountainair has adopted a property maintenance ordinance designed to ensure the community remains clean, safe and welcoming for all residents. The ordinance sets guidelines that hold property owners responsible for following to help keep the town beautiful and free from hazards. According to Mayor Peter Nieto, the guidelines include maintaining weeds to […]
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City hopes for state support — in the form of money — as session approaches
Mayor Tim Keller wants lawmakers to shell out money for a sizable list of city legislative priorities that include public safety, housing and homelessness and the ongoing construction of the Rail Trail development. He announced the requests Wednesday, less than two weeks before state lawmakers meet in Santa Fe for a 60-day session Jan. 21. […]
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City hopes for state support — in the form of money — as session approaches
Mayor Tim Keller wants lawmakers to shell out money for a sizable list of city legislative priorities that include public safety, housing and homelessness and the ongoing construction of the Rail Trail development. He announced the requests Wednesday, less than two weeks before state lawmakers meet in Santa Fe for a 60-day session Jan. 21. […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, Local Gov.
New County manager says collaboration is the key to success
Cindy Chavez is the new Bernalillo County manager, but sees her job as part of a partnership with local, state and federal governments, with the ultimate goal of improving the lives of the people who live here. Chavez, formerly a member of the Santa Clara County (California) Board of Supervisors, started her job as county […]