Based on previous meetings on the subject, a contentious debate between the Albuquerque City Council and Mayor Tim Keller’s administration over social media use is likely to take center stage during Monday’s council meeting. At issue is councilors’ demand for more accountability from the administration, namely by proposing a new social media policy for city […]
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ABQ City Council likely headed for a heated debate over proposed social media policy
Based on previous meetings on the subject, a contentious debate between the Albuquerque City Council and Mayor Tim Keller’s administration over social media use is likely to take center stage during Monday’s council meeting. At issue is councilors’ demand for more accountability from the administration, namely by proposing a new social media policy for city […]
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Bridge Boulevard lanes reduced for a week
Motorists traveling on Bridge Boulevard should be aware of new traffic patterns in the South Valley. The westbound lanes will be closed from Isleta Boulevard to Young Avenue through Nov. 25, according to Bernalillo County Spokesperson Melissa Smith. As a reconstruction project heads toward completion, crews have moved all traffic into eastbound lanes at Isleta […]
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Bridge Boulevard lanes reduced for a week
Motorists traveling on Bridge Boulevard should be aware of new traffic patterns in the South Valley. The westbound lanes will be closed from Isleta Boulevard to Young Avenue through Nov. 25, according to Bernalillo County Spokesperson Melissa Smith. As a reconstruction project heads toward completion, crews have moved all traffic into eastbound lanes at Isleta […]
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ABQ water lines lead-free
New federal regulations require the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority to search its network for lead in water pipes leading into homes and businesses. So far, so good. The water utility authority’s ongoing inventory of water lines hasn’t found any lead lines in Albuquerque as of Monday, Spokesperson David Morris said.. The agency is […]
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ABQ water lines lead-free
New federal regulations require the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority to search its network for lead in water pipes leading into homes and businesses. So far, so good. The water utility authority’s ongoing inventory of water lines hasn’t found any lead lines in Albuquerque as of Monday, Spokesperson David Morris said.. The agency is […]
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City Council to discuss legislative priorities
With the state’s legislative session set to start in about two months, the Albuquerque City Council is preparing its priorities for state lawmakers and is expected to discuss what will make the cut during Monday’s meeting. Councilors discussed the resolution for the council’s legislative agenda during the Nov. 4 meeting but deferred it for further […]
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City Council to discuss legislative priorities
With the state’s legislative session set to start in about two months, the Albuquerque City Council is preparing its priorities for state lawmakers and is expected to discuss what will make the cut during Monday’s meeting. Councilors discussed the resolution for the council’s legislative agenda during the Nov. 4 meeting but deferred it for further […]
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Are composting toilets an answer to city’s poop problems?
Albuquerque and many other U.S. cities have a serious problem: Thousands of people experiencing homelessness need a place to use the bathroom when they’re not in a shelter or a public toilet isn’t available. When forced to go outside, there are significant consequences. Small business owners and their employees spend valuable time and resources cleaning […]
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Are composting toilets an answer to city’s poop problems?
Albuquerque and many other U.S. cities have a serious problem: Thousands of people experiencing homelessness need a place to use the bathroom when they’re not in a shelter or a public toilet isn’t available. When forced to go outside, there are significant consequences. Small business owners and their employees spend valuable time and resources cleaning […]