Those living on Albuquerque’s streets need medical attention and connection to services just like anyone else. One of the most effective ways to forge a lasting connection with the vulnerable population is through street outreach: Setting up in areas of the city where those experiencing homelessness tend to congregate. Street outreach initiatives are also important […]
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Hands-on help: UNM, Albuquerque Community Safety take to the streets
Those living on Albuquerque’s streets need medical attention and connection to services just like anyone else. One of the most effective ways to forge a lasting connection with the vulnerable population is through street outreach: Setting up in areas of the city where those experiencing homelessness tend to congregate. Street outreach initiatives are also important […]
Posted in■ Housing & Homelessness
Terminated contract delays opening of ‘life-saving’ Gateway unit
Officials overseeing the city’s flagship Gateway Center and its network of projects, designed to provide services for those experiencing homelessness, have lately experienced complications with operators and contracts. The most recent snag will result in the delayed opening of what officials have said for many months is a critical and “life-saving” gap in service — […]
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Terminated contract delays opening of ‘life-saving’ Gateway unit
Officials overseeing the city’s flagship Gateway Center and its network of projects, designed to provide services for those experiencing homelessness, have lately experienced complications with operators and contracts. The most recent snag will result in the delayed opening of what officials have said for many months is a critical and “life-saving” gap in service — […]
Posted in■ Federal Government & Congress, ■ Housing & Homelessness, ■ Local Government
Albuquerque’s most famous Trout is frustrated about the conditions at Tingley Beach
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include responses from the City of Albuquerque TJ Trout isn’t just a radio personality, he’s also got decades of fishing experience. Despite having fished world-class spots and penning his book Fishing With My Fly Down, Trout says Albuquerque’s Tingley Beach is one of the “prime spots” to […]
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Albuquerque’s most famous Trout is frustrated about the conditions at Tingley Beach
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Albuquerque’s most famous Trout is frustrated about the conditions at Tingley Beach
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include responses from the City of Albuquerque TJ Trout isn’t just a radio personality, he’s also got decades of fishing experience. Despite having fished world-class spots and penning his book Fishing With My Fly Down, Trout says Albuquerque’s Tingley Beach is one of the “prime spots” to […]
Posted in■ Housing & Homelessness, ■ New Mexico State Government
New Mexico’s housing costs, homelessness worse than other states
While virtually all U.S. states struggle with housing affordability and homelessness, the situation in New Mexico is worse than most. A few examples: The median price for a new home is $440,000 — a price that’s unaffordable for 82% of New Mexicans. Median rent is up 60% (versus 27% nationally) and homelessness is up 87% […]
Posted in■ Housing & Homelessness, ■ New Mexico State Government
New Mexico’s housing costs, homelessness worse than other states
While virtually all U.S. states struggle with housing affordability and homelessness, the situation in New Mexico is worse than most. A few examples: The median price for a new home is $440,000 — a price that’s unaffordable for 82% of New Mexicans. Median rent is up 60% (versus 27% nationally) and homelessness is up 87% […]
Posted in■ Housing & Homelessness, ■ New Mexico Legislature #nmleg
From Dreamer to Senator: Nava Focuses on Education, Public Safety in Legislative Session
Editor’s note: This is a series profiling our local state legislators, their priorities and issues impacting our Sandoval County throughout the 60-day Legislative Session. In November, Cindy Nava made history when she was elected to the New Mexico state legislature. She became the first former undocumented person and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, (DACA) recipient […]