It came down to the wire, but the city found a new nonprofit to operate its Westside shelter for those experiencing homelessness — Gateway West — and City Councilors unanimously approved a $5 million annual contract Monday night on a 9-0 vote. Phoenix-based Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) will take over operations Jan. 1 from […]
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Momentum builds for behavioral health waiver program
It’s a complex issue without simple solutions, but is also one growing more urgent — how to provide care for thousands of New Mexicans with behavioral health issues, substance use disorders and/or brain injuries who are at risk of institutionalization or incarceration. Finding a solution has implications for scores of people experiencing homelessness or who […]
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Momentum builds for behavioral health waiver program
It’s a complex issue without simple solutions, but is also one growing more urgent — how to provide care for thousands of New Mexicans with behavioral health issues, substance use disorders and/or brain injuries who are at risk of institutionalization or incarceration. Finding a solution has implications for scores of people experiencing homelessness or who […]
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City outlines plans to assist unhoused in cold weather
The city has 40 trucks available to plow and salt roads during winter weather events, but what’s the strategy for those who live on the streets? In the midst of some chilly temperatures Friday, officials said they have a plan. The city’s cold weather approach for those experiencing homelessness is critical, advocates say, as many […]
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City outlines plans to assist unhoused in cold weather
The city has 40 trucks available to plow and salt roads during winter weather events, but what’s the strategy for those who live on the streets? In the midst of some chilly temperatures Friday, officials said they have a plan. The city’s cold weather approach for those experiencing homelessness is critical, advocates say, as many […]
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City identifies $5M Gateway West operator
It looks like the long wait could soon be over. After many months of searching, the city’s Health, Housing & Homelessness Department (HHH) has identified a nonprofit to oversee operations at the city’s Gateway West facility — Chicanos Por La Causa. Officials submitted a $5 million contract that will now be considered by the City […]
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City identifies $5M Gateway West operator
It looks like the long wait could soon be over. After many months of searching, the city’s Health, Housing & Homelessness Department (HHH) has identified a nonprofit to oversee operations at the city’s Gateway West facility — Chicanos Por La Causa. Officials submitted a $5 million contract that will now be considered by the City […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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New Mill Levy Could Raise Millions Annually to Protect Water, Land and Wildlife
Voters in the Ciudad Soil and Water Conservation District are deciding on a proposed mill levy in the general election. If passed, the levy could generate up to $6 million annually to fund conservation programs aimed at protecting natural resources. The district covers nearly half the state’s population and the question appears on Bernalillo, Sandoval […]