Albuquerque public meetings in 2023

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is reviewing the 2024 City of Albuquerque Federal Priorities Legislation. The meeting also includes reports from city state and federal lobbyists.

• Review and recommendation of 2024 Federal Priorities Legislation
• Report from City of Albuquerque State Lobbyists
• Report from City of Albuquerque Federal Lobbyists

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee will consider a proposal to amend the Mesa Del Sol Community Framework Plan. The committee will also review the Mayor's appointment of Renn Halstead to the Environmental Planning Commission.

• Amending Mesa Del Sol framework plan to change maximum building height from 80-feet to 110-feet
• Allowing NR-GM land uses in the Employment Center on a case-by-case basis
• Mayor's appointment of Renn Halstead to the Environmental Planning Commission

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding fire safety, building construction, and air quality. The agenda also includes decisions on grant applications for a medical sobering center and air monitoring, as well as priorities for the 2025 Capital Improvements Plan.

• EC-23-383: Declaring 508 1st Street NW Not Essential Municipal Purpose
• O-23-92: Adopting a new Fire Code to replace the 2019 code
• O-23-95: Adopting a Uniform Administrative Code and Technical Codes for buildings
• O-23-96: Adopting an Environmental Justice in Air Quality Permitting Ordinance
• R-23-188: Grant application for the City of Albuquerque Medical Sobering Center

City Council Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub with City Administration. Aside from approving the November 13, 2023, summary minutes, no action will be taken on any item. Public comment will not be taken during this meeting.

• Approval of November 13, 2023, summary minutes
• Discussion regarding the Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is meeting to receive updates from the city's state and federal lobbyists. The committee will also discuss a joint plan of action for developing 2024 federal program priorities.

• Report from State Lobby Team
• Report from Federal Lobbyist
• Joint Administration/City Council Plan of Action for Developing 2024 Federal Program Priorities

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a redevelopment application for the Central/Highland/Upper Nob Hill area. The agenda also includes support for a solar technology manufacturing facility and policy changes regarding police license plate reader records.

• "The Sixty-Six Redevelopment" tax abatement application in the Nob Hill area
• Support for Array Technologies, Inc. to build a solar tracker manufacturing facility
• Formation of The Estates At La Cuentista Public Improvement District by Pulte Homes
• Policy change regarding Albuquerque Police Department license plate reader record purging
• SOMOS Affordable Housing Development agreement at 7200 Central Ave SE

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several legislative items, including a major industrial revenue bond and various city ordinances. Discussions include social service contract supplements, transit vehicle branding policies, and the establishment of a raw milk ordinance.

• $2,400,000,000 Taxable Industrial Revenue Bond for Maxeon solar manufacturing facility
• Supplementing social service contracts for TenderLove Community Center and ABQ FaithWorks housing vouchers
• The Albuquerque Raw Milk Ordinance regarding the sale of raw milk products
• Policy for applying vehicle wraps to City of Albuquerque transit buses and paratransit vehicles
• Construction of an outdoor recreational space at the Westside Emergency Housing Center

City Council Study Session

The City Council will meet to discuss the Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub with City Administration. Aside from approving summary minutes from January 31, 2022, no action will be taken during this session.

• Approval of Summary Minutes - January 31, 2022
• Discussion regarding the Gateway Center at Gibson Health Hub

City Council

The Albuquerque City Council is meeting to vote on several ordinances, including a zero-fare transit structure and the creation of a marijuana equity fund. The agenda also includes discussions on air quality control board restructuring and affordable housing funding requirements.

• Ordinance to create a zero-fare transit structure
• Ordinance directing marijuana tax revenue to a permanent equity and community reinvestment fund
• Resolution regarding the Farolito Senior Community Development Agreement using HUD HOME funds
• Ordinance to abolish and adopt the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board
• Award recommendation for food and beverage concessions at the Albuquerque International Sunport

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is scheduled to review the City of Albuquerque 2024 State Legislative Priorities Resolution. The agenda also includes a section for other business. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• City of Albuquerque 2024 State Legislative Priorities Resolution

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee will discuss the 2024 State Legislative Priorities Resolution. The meeting is scheduled for October 24, 2023, via Zoom and YouTube.

• City of Albuquerque 2024 State Legislative Priorities Resolution

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee will consider several items, including a new 'Albuquerque Raw Milk Ordinance.' The committee will also review police license plate reader data retention and liquor ordinance definitions.

• New 'Albuquerque Raw Milk Ordinance' to permit the sale of raw milk products
• Extension of timeframes for Albuquerque Police Department to purge license plate reader records
• Declaring 1250 Menaul NE not essential for municipal purposes
• Amending the Alcoholic Liquor Ordinance regarding 'Public Celebration' definitions
• Distribution of the Gary John Gartshore Estate to the Animal Welfare Department

City Council

The council will vote on policies for spending opioid settlement funds and managing affordable housing expenditures. Members will also consider updates to the city's capital implementation program and a zoning appeal regarding cannabis retail.

• Policy for expenditure of Opioid Settlement Monies (R-23-174)
• Amendments to the City Capital Implementation Program (R-23-151)
• Zoning appeal for cannabis retail at 5704 Lomas Blvd. NE (AC-23-13)
• Purchase of bed bug resistant beds for Westside Emergency Housing Center (EC-23-361)
• Agreement with Youth Development Inc. for violence prevention services (EC-23-374)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will discuss preparations for the 2024 State Legislative Session Capital Outlay and legislative priorities. The agenda also includes a review of the intergovernmental relations calendar and discussion regarding federal and state grant submittal timeline issues.

• 2024 State Legislative Session Capital Outlay preparation
• 2024 State Legislative Priorities Resolution
• Review of Intergovernmental Relations Calendar through May 31, 2024
• Discussion of federal and state grant submittal timeline issues

City Council

The Albuquerque City Council will consider directing a study to consolidate ABQ Ride and Rio Metro transit services. The Council is also reviewing a proposal to reserve 3% of General Obligation Bond capacity for open space land acquisition. Other items include grant applications for transit and library funding, as well as various mayoral appointments.

• A study to consolidate ABQ Ride and Rio Metro transit services
• Reserving 3% of General Obligation Bond capacity for open space land acquisition
• Grant applications for transit buses and the Uptown Transit Center project
• An appeal regarding a zoning map amendment in the Baca Addition
• A memorandum of understanding for opioid treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center

City Council

The City Council will discuss a study and funding plan to consolidate ABQ Ride and Rio Metro transit services. The agenda also includes a zoning map amendment appeal for the Baca Addition and several administrative appointments.

• Study and funding for consolidating ABQ Ride and Rio Metro (R-23-163)
• Zoning map amendment appeal for properties in Baca Addition (AC-23-12)
• Lease agreement with Newman’s Dedicated Delivery, LLC (EC-23-343)
• Appointment of Robert Martinez to the Public Safety Tax Advisory Board (OC-23-40)
• Mayor's recommendation for architectural consultants (EC-23-344)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The committee will review tourism marketing contracts and transit bus funding applications. It will also consider amending police data retention policies and accepting library system bonds.

• Contract with Visit Albuquerque for destination marketing and sales
• Contract with Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce for tourism recruitment
• Amending the timeframe for purging APD license plate reader records
• Grant application for purchasing transit buses via the FTA
• Acceptance of 2020 GO Bonds for the library system

The Finance & Government Operations Committee recommended approval for two tourism marketing contracts and three grant applications for transit, libraries, and carbon pollution reduction. One proposal regarding license plate reader record purging was postponed.

• Recommended approval of Visit Albuquerque destination marketing contract (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce tourism recruitment contract (4-1)
• Postponed license plate reader record purging timeframe amendment to Oct 23, 2023 (3-2)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for FTA transit bus purchase grant application (5-0)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for 2020 State of New Mexico GO Bonds for public libraries (5-0)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for Carbon Pollution Reduction Grant application (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including capital improvement amendments, transit center grants, and collective bargaining agreements. The agenda includes a request to defer an ordinance regarding open space land acquisition to the October meeting.

• Supplementing a professional technical agreement with Engender, Inc. for substance use treatment
• Amending the Aviation Department Capital Improvement Program via fund transfers and grants
• Grant application for rebuilding the Uptown Transit Center as a joint development project
• Collective bargaining agreements for Albuquerque Police Officers and Prisoner Transport Officers
• Directing the installation of street trees at the Albuquerque Bio Park

The City Council approved multi-year collective bargaining agreements for the Albuquerque Police Officers Association and Prisoner Transport Officers. The council also passed several resolutions regarding capital improvements, grant applications, and the appointment of the Director of Council Services.

• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Albuquerque Police Officers Association (9-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Prisoner Transport Officers (9-0)
• Confirmed selection of the Director of Council Services (8-1)
• Approved supplement to Engender, Inc. for substance use treatment (9-0)
• Passed FY2024 Audit Plan (9-0)
• Passed grant application to rebuild Uptown Transit Center (9-0)
• Passed appropriation for street trees at Albuquerque Bio Park (9-0)
• Postponed O-23-83 regarding open space land acquisition capacity to October 2, 2023 (9-0)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee is meeting to prepare for the upcoming 2024 State Legislative Session. The agenda also includes a review of the City of Albuquerque Grants Ordinance.

• 2024 State Legislative Session Preparation
• Review of City of Albuquerque Grants Ordinance

President

The Council processed several communications and introductions, referring three items to the Finance & Government Operations Committee. Two items were withdrawn by the administration and sponsor. No final votes on ordinances or resolutions were recorded in this document.

• Referred contract with Visit Albuquerque to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred contract with Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred FTA transit bus grant application to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred 2020 GO Bonds for public libraries to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Carbon Pollution Reduction Grant application to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Withdrawn: Declaring 1250 Menaul NE Not Essential for Municipal Purposes
• Withdrawn: Personal Production of Cannabis Plants Ordinance

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances to regulate short-term rentals and amend building heights in Mesa Del Sol. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding transit advertising and funding for opioid treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center.

• Ordinance to limit short-term rental permits to three per person and cap city-wide totals at 1,200
• Resolution to change maximum building heights in the Mesa Del Sol Urban Center
• Agreement to add funds for outside legal services with YLaw P.C., Modrall Sperling, and Robles, Rael & Anaya
• Resolution directing the Transit Department to establish a policy for removing bus wraps
• Resolution for an agreement with Bernalillo County for opioid treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center

The City Council approved amendments to the Mesa Del Sol Community Framework Plan to increase maximum building heights. The council also confirmed several board appointments and approved multiple legal and engineering contracts. A proposed amendment to the Short-Term Rental Ordinance was defeated.

• Approved building height increase in Mesa Del Sol Urban Center from 60 to 80 feet (9-0)
• Denied amendments to Short-Term Rental Ordinance regarding property managers and permit limits (3-6)
• Approved ordinance amending the Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (9-0)
• Approved transit policy for removing bus wraps and adding interior advertising (8-1)
• Confirmed Matthew Whelan as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (8-1)
• Approved contracts for outside counsel with YLaw P.C., Modrall Sperling Roel Harris & Sisk, P.A., and Robles, Rael & Anaya, P.C. (9-0)
• Approved on-call engineering and architectural services for INTERA, Tetra Tech, Wilson & Co, and H+M Design Group (9-0)
• Postponed resolution for opioid treatment funds at Metropolitan Detention Center to Sept 18, 2023 (7-2)

President

The Council referred a proposal to extend the time the Albuquerque Police Department keeps license plate reader records to the Finance & Government Operations Committee. Other communications regarding substance use treatment and the Director of Council Services were scheduled for future hearings or requested as immediate action.

• Referred R-23-159 (extending license plate reader record retention) to Finance & Government Operations Committee

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The committee will consider amendments to the Mesa Del Sol Community Framework Plan regarding maximum building heights in specific centers. The agenda also includes an amendment to the composition of the Rail Yards Advisory Board.

• R-23-158: Proposed height changes for the 92-Acre Urban Center and 88-Acre Community Center in Mesa Del Sol
• R-23-156: Amendment to the composition of the Rail Yards Advisory Board

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee recommended two resolutions for Council approval. One concerns the composition of the Rail Yards Advisory Board, and the other proposes increasing maximum building heights in the Mesa Del Sol Urban Center.

• Recommended R-23-156 regarding Rail Yards Advisory Board composition for Council approval (5-0)
• Recommended R-23-158 to increase Mesa Del Sol Urban Center building heights from 60-feet to 80-feet (up to 128-feet with bonuses) for Council approval (5-0)
• Approved sending R-23-158 to Council for Immediate Action (5-0)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several city ordinances and resolutions. Items include collective bargaining agreements for police and prisoner transport officers, as well as various amendments to the City's Capital Improvement Program.

• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Albuquerque Police Officers Association (EC-23-337)
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with Prisoner Transport Officers (EC-23-338)
• Amending Section 2-12-1 to reserve 3% of General Obligation Bond capacity for Open Space Land Acquisition (O-23-83)
• Grant application to rebuild the Uptown Transit Center (R-23-153)
• Amending project value for the Ventura Street and Holly Avenue Traffic Circle Project (R-23-157)

The Finance & Government Operations Committee voted on multiple resolutions and ordinances to be sent to the full Council. Key actions included recommending approval for a Prisoner Transport Officers agreement and various capital improvement projects. Some items, including a police union agreement and an open space bond reservation, were sent without recommendation.

• Sent Collective Bargaining Agreement with Albuquerque Police Officers Association to Council Without Recommendation (5-0)
• Sent Collective Bargaining Agreement with Prisoner Transport Officers to Council with recommendation to Be Approved (5-0)
• Sent ordinance to reserve 3% of General Obligation Bond capacity for open space land acquisition to Council Without Recommendation (5-0)
• Sent FY2024 Audit Plan to Council with recommendation of Do Pass (5-0)
• Sent Aviation Department Capital Improvement Program amendments to Council with recommendation of Do Pass (5-0)
• Sent Capital Implementation Program amendments for new projects and appropriations to Council with recommendation of Do Pass (5-0)
• Sent grant application to rebuild Uptown Transit Center to Council with recommendation of Do Pass (5-0)
• Sent Revitalize San Pedro Partnership project to Council with recommendation of Do Pass, as Amended (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a master plan update for the Albuquerque Rail Yards and a collaboration with Bernalillo County to revitalize Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a zoning map amendment for property on Edith Blvd. SE.

• Updating the 2014 Rail Yards Master Plan
• Zoning appeal for 1102 Edith Blvd. SE
• Intent to collaborate with Bernalillo County to revitalize Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard
• Proposed memorandum of understanding for opioid treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center
• Establishing a tip line program for illegally used or possessed firearms

The City Council passed updates to the 2014 Rail Yards Master Plan and declared intent to collaborate with Bernalillo County on revitalizing Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard. The Council also accepted a Land Use Hearing Officer recommendation regarding a zoning map amendment at 1102 Edith Blvd. SE.

• Passed R-23-113 updating the 2014 Rail Yards Master Plan (8-0)
• Passed R-23-148 to collaborate with Bernalillo County to revitalize Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard (8-0)
• Accepted Land Use Hearing Officer recommendation for zoning amendment at 1102 Edith Blvd. SE (6-2)
• Confirmed appointment of Christopher Sylvan to the Information Services Committee (8-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Lindsey Fromm to the Albuquerque Museum Board of Trustees (8-0)
• Withdrawn by sponsor: R-22-75 regarding a firearms tip line program (8-0)
• Postponed R-23-121 regarding opioid treatment funds for Metropolitan Detention Center to August 21, 2023 (8-0)
• Receipt noted for EC-23-317 Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2023 Revenue & Expense Report (8-0)

President

The meeting was procedural, consisting of the introduction of communications and ordinances. No substantive decisions were made; items were either referred to committees or scheduled for a future meeting on August 21, 2023.

• Referred Collective Bargaining Agreements for Police and Prisoner Transport Officers to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Open Space bond capacity ordinance (O-23-83) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred FY2024 Audit Plan (R-23-149) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Aviation Department Capital Improvement Program amendments (R-23-150) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Capital Implementation Program amendments (R-23-151) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Uptown Transit Center grant application (R-23-153) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Rail Yards Advisory Board composition (R-23-156) to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Referred Mesa Del Sol building height amendments (R-23-158) to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is meeting to discuss the management of Junior Bill funding. The agenda also includes updates on congressional directed spending and the development of a city federal grant program.

• Junior Bill Funding Management discussion
• Congressional Directed Spending update
• City of Albuquerque Federal Grant Program Development
• Federal Lobbyist Reports
• State Lobbyist Report

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a proposition to adopt a council-manager form of government. The agenda also includes various city contracts, grant applications, and redevelopment agreements.

• Proposition to amend the City Charter to adopt a Council-Manager form of government
• The Pearl Redevelopment tax abatement application for the Historic Central Metropolitan area
• El Parador Redevelopment tax abatement application within the University Metropolitan Redevelopment Area
• Amending the Short-Term Rental Ordinance regarding local property managers and permit limits
• Contract for Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce to recruit tourism and convention business

The City Council approved multiple service contracts, including destination marketing and landfill maintenance. The body confirmed several mayoral appointments to advisory boards and passed resolutions for grant applications and a November 2023 bond election. A proposed amendment to the short-term rental ordinance was postponed.

• Approved contract for Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved contract with Visit Albuquerque (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved vacation of public right-of-way at 401 Lomas Blvd NW (8-0, 1 excused)
• Confirmed appointments to ABQ Volunteers, Housing Authority, and Board of Ethics (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved award to Intera Incorporated for Los Angeles Landfill maintenance (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved award to CDK Golf Management LLC for Puerto Del Sol Golf Course (8-0, 1 excused)
• Postponed short-term rental ordinance amendments to August 21, 2023 (8-0, 1 excused)
• Passed resolution for November 7, 2023 bond election (8-0, 1 excused)

President

The meeting served as a letter of introduction for several mayoral appointments, contract awards, and grant applications. No final votes or decisions were recorded in the provided text.

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The committee will discuss R-23-113, which involves updating the 2014 Rail Yards Master Plan. This plan provides the policy framework and regulations used to guide the redevelopment of the Rail Yards site.

• R-23-113: Updating The 2014 Rail Yards Master Plan

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee approved an amendment to R-23-113 regarding the Rail Yards Master Plan. The committee then recommended that the full Council pass the measure as amended.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 to R-23-113 (4-0)
• Recommended R-23-113 (Rail Yards Master Plan update) to Council as Do Pass, as Amended (4-0)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee will consider several grant applications for broadband, animal welfare, and parks. The committee also intends to withdraw a resolution regarding abandoned shopping cart retrieval. Additionally, members will discuss the November 7, 2023, local election.

• Tax abatement and land sale for 'The Pearl Redevelopment' in the Historic Central Metropolitan Redevelopment Area
• Grant application for broadband marketing and outreach costs via the FCC
• Grant application from Petsmart Charities for the Animal Welfare Department
• HUD Community Project Funding Grant for the Parks and Recreation Department
• Use of Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funds for diesel emission reduction projects

The Finance & Government Operations Committee recommended several resolutions for Council approval, including grant applications for broadband, animal welfare, and parks. The committee also advanced a redevelopment project for the Historic Central Metropolitan Redevelopment Area. One resolution regarding abandoned shopping carts was withdrawn.

• Withdrawn R-22-54 regarding abandoned shopping carts (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-132 broadband marketing grant (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-133 Petsmart Charities grant (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 and recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-134 HUD community project funding (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-135 Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funds (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-136 concerning the November 7, 2023 local election (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass and Immediate Action for R-23-137 regarding The Pearl Redevelopment project (5-0)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is meeting to receive updates on various legislative and federal funding matters. The agenda includes reports on the 2023 Legislative Session, congressional directed spending, and federal grant program development.

• Report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team regarding the 2023 Legislative Session
• Status update on Congressional Directed Spending Grants
• Discussion of City of Albuquerque Federal Grant Program Development
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

City Council

The City Council will consider a proposition to amend the City Charter to adopt a Council-Manager form of government. The agenda also includes amendments to housing ordinances and increasing council district set-aside funds.

• Proposition to adopt a Council-Manager form of government
• Integrated Development Ordinance amendments for more housing opportunities
• Increasing the Council District Set Aside to $18 million by 2029
• New Albuquerque Free Expression and Special Event Permitting Ordinance
• Contracts for homemaker/respite services and on-site medical services

The City Council approved several ordinances, including a new permitting process for special events and an increase to the Council District set aside for capital improvements. The Council also passed amendments to the City Inspector General and Accountability in Government ordinances. Proposals to change the city charter to a council-manager form of government were postponed.

• Passed O-23-79 creating the Albuquerque Free Expression And Special Event Permitting Ordinance (9-0)
• Passed O-23-81 increasing Council District set aside to $18 million by 2029 (9-0)
• Passed O-22-55 amending the City Inspector General Ordinance (9-0)
• Passed O-22-56 amending the Accountability In Government Ordinance (9-0)
• Postponed P-23-1 regarding a Council-Manager form of government to June 21, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with CLNKids at 1500 Walter SE (9-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Olivia Adkins to Youth Advisory Council (9-0)
• Postponed R-22-75 regarding an illegal firearms tip line to August 7, 2023 (9-0)

President

The Council reviewed several communications and introductions. Most items, including various board appointments and contracts, were scheduled for a future meeting on June 21, 2023. Two items were marked for immediate action.

• Requested immediate action for EC-23-297 (On-site Medical Services with Occupational Health Centers of the Southwest P.A.)
• Requested immediate action for R-23-140 (Grant applications and acceptance for multiple City Departments)
• Scheduled EC-23-298 (Hispano Chamber of Commerce contract) for 6/21/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-299 (Visit Albuquerque contract) for 6/21/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-300 (Public Right-Of-Way vacation at 401 Lomas Blvd NW) for 6/21/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-302 (FY22 Audit approval) for 6/21/2023
• Scheduled R-23-143 (Conversion of Tijeras and Marquette Avenues to two-way) for 6/21/2023
• Scheduled R-23-144 (Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative agreement) for 6/21/2023

City Council

The City Council will consider propositions to amend the City Charter to adopt a Council-Manager form of government. The meeting also includes final actions on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and ordinances regarding government accountability.

• Proposition to amend the City Charter for a Council-Manager form of government
• Appropriation of funds for the Fiscal Year 2024 city budget
• Ordinances amending the City Inspector General and Accountability in Government ordinances
• Appeal regarding a site plan at 5307 4th Street, NW
• Recommendation of award to TischlerBise, Inc for Impact Fee Update development

The City Council established one-year objectives for Fiscal Year 2024 and approved a contract for APD forensic biology testing. Several items, including short-term rental and housing ordinance amendments, were postponed to future dates.

• Approved APD Forensic Biology Testing Services contract for DNA Labs International and Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved FY 2024 one-year objectives (9-0)
• Approved interim stay-of-enforcement on temporary use restrictions for film production (9-0)
• Approved award to TischlerBise, Inc for Impact Fee Update and Retroactive Ordinance Development (9-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Youth Advisory Council, Airport Advisory Board, Para Transit Advisory Board, and Cable, Internet and PEG Advisory Board (9-0 each)
• Adopted remand instructions for site plan appeal at 5307 4th Street, NW (9-0)
• Postponed short-term rental ordinance amendments to June 21, 2023 (9-0)
• Postponed IDO text amendments for housing opportunities to June 5, 2023 (9-0)

President

The Council processed several communications and resolutions, most of which were scheduled for future hearings or referred to the Finance & Government Operations Committee. Two items were marked for immediate action.

• Referred grant application for broadband marketing (R-23-132) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Petsmart Charities grant application (R-23-133) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred HUD Community Project Funding grant (R-23-134) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust funds (R-23-135) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred November 7, 2023 local election resolution (R-23-136) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred 'The Pearl Redevelopment' tax abatement and land acquisition (R-137) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Marked appointment of Dennis F. Armijo Sr. to Joint Air Quality Board (EC-23-289) for immediate action
• Marked designation of Council President as AREA Board representative (R-23-138) for immediate action

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing one-year objectives to meet five-year goals for Fiscal Year 2024. The committee is also discussing the appropriation of funds for city government operations and capital funds for the upcoming fiscal year.

• R-23-122: Establishing one-year objectives for Fiscal Year 2024
• R-23-123: Appropriating funds for city government operations and adjusting FY 2023 appropriations
• R-23-123: Appropriating capital funds for Fiscal Year 2024

The Committee of the Whole approved one-year objectives for Fiscal Year 2024 and sent them to Council for immediate action. The committee also processed the FY 2024 government operating budget and capital funds appropriation, adopting multiple amendments before sending it to Council without recommendation.

• R-23-122 (FY 2024 One-Year Objectives) sent to Council with Do Pass recommendation (9-0)
• R-23-122 (FY 2024 One-Year Objectives) sent to Council for Immediate Action (9-0)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) Amendment No. 1 approved (9-0)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) Amendment No. 2 approved (9-0)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) Amendment No. 3 denied (4-5)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) Amendment No. 4 approved (5-4)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) Amendments No. 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11 approved (9-0)
• R-23-123 (FY 2024 Budget Appropriations) sent to Council without recommendation (9-0)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The committee will consider updates to parade and special event permitting ordinances and amendments to the Urban Enhancement Trust Fund. Discussions also include grant funds for Parks and Recreation and pollinator conservation efforts. A resolution regarding abandoned shopping carts is intended to be deferred.

• New Free Expression and Special Event Permitting Ordinance (O-23-79)
• Amendments to the Urban Enhancement Trust Fund Ordinance (O-23-80)
• NM State Highway and Transportation Department grant funds for Parks and Recreation (R-23-126)
• Pollinator conservation and Bee City USA standards (R-23-127)
• Report requirement for the shopping cart collection pilot (R-23-129)

The Finance & Government Operations Committee voted to send O-23-79, which repeals the old parade ordinance and creates a new Free Expression and Special Event Permitting Ordinance, to the full City Council with a recommendation of 'Do Pass' after adopting two amendments. The committee also advanced several other items, including a bill amending the Urban Enhancement Trust Fund ordinance, a resolution to accept state grant funds for Parks and Recreation, a resolution supporting pollinator conservation, and a resolution requiring a report on a shopping cart collection pilot. One resolution on abandoned shopping carts was postponed to June 12.

• Amended and sent O-23-79 (Free Expression and Special Event Permitting Ordinance) to Council with Do Pass recommendation (5-0, 2 excused)
• Sent O-23-80 (Urban Enhancement Trust Fund amendment) to Council with Do Pass recommendation (5-0, 1 excused)
• Postponed R-22-54 (abandoned shopping cart program) to June 12, 2023 (5-0, 1 excused)
• Sent R-23-126 (state grant funds for Parks and Recreation) to Council with Do Pass recommendation (5-0, 1 excused)
• Sent R-23-127 (pollinator conservation and Bee City USA recommitment) to Council with Do Pass recommendation (5-0, 1 excused)
• Sent R-23-129 (shopping cart collection pilot report) to Council with Do Pass recommendation (5-0, 1 excused)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss establishing one-year objectives for fiscal year 2024 to meet five-year goals. The committee will also discuss appropriating funds for city government operations and adjusting current fiscal year appropriations.

• R-23-122: Establishing One-Year Objectives For The City Of Albuquerque In Fiscal Year 2024
• R-23-123: Appropriating Funds For Operating The Government Of The City Of Albuquerque For Fiscal Year 2024

The Committee of the Whole voted to postpone two major items — the city's one-year objectives for FY2024 and the FY2024 operating and capital budget — to the next meeting on May 11, 2023. No substantive decisions were made on the proposals themselves.

• Postponed R-23-122 (one-year objectives) to May 11, 2023 (6-0, 3 excused)
• Postponed R-23-123 (FY2024 budget and appropriations) to May 11, 2023 (6-0, 3 excused)

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including a new residential rental database requirement and updates to nuisance abatement laws. The agenda also includes the adoption of the 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for federal community development funds.

• Establishment of a Residential Rental Database Ordinance (O-22-59)
• Increasing the Council District Set-Aside to $18 million by 2029 (O-23-81)
• Amending Nuisance Abatement and Weed/Anti-Litter Ordinances (O-23-75)
• Adopting the 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds (R-23-115)
• Vehicle immobilization for unpaid automated speed enforcement fines (O-23-78)

The City Council passed an ordinance allowing the city to immobilize vehicles with multiple outstanding automated speed enforcement fines. Other key actions included approving the Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan and a program to prevent childhood trauma. A proposed residential rental database ordinance was defeated.

• Passed ordinance to immobilize vehicles with multiple automated speed enforcement fines (7-2)
• Approved Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan (9-0)
• Passed resolution to collaborate with schools on childhood trauma and violence prevention (9-0)
• Passed amended ordinance replacing the Independent Hearing Office Ordinance (9-0)
• Passed amended Nuisance Abatement and Weed and Anti-Litter ordinances (9-0)
• Denied Residential Rental Database Ordinance (2-7)
• Approved 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds (8-0)
• Remanded site plan appeal for 5307 4th Street NW to Planning Department (7-1)

President

The meeting consisted of a letter of introduction for various appointments, awards, and propositions. All listed items were scheduled to be heard at the Council Meeting on May 15, 2023.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed city goals and funding for the upcoming fiscal year. The discussion includes establishing one-year objectives to meet five-year goals and appropriating funds for city government operations.

• R-23-122: Establishing One-Year Objectives For The City Of Albuquerque In Fiscal Year 2024
• R-23-123: Appropriating Funds For Operating The Government Of The City Of Albuquerque For Fiscal Year 2024

The Committee of the Whole postponed two resolutions regarding the Fiscal Year 2024 budget and city objectives. Both items were moved to the May 4, 2023, agenda.

• Postponed R-23-122 establishing FY 2024 one-year objectives to May 4, 2023 (6-0)
• Postponed R-23-123 appropriating FY 2024 operating and capital funds to May 4, 2023 (6-0)

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee is considering two proposed amendments to the Integrated Development Ordinance §14-16. These items are part of the 2022 IDO annual update process.

• O-22-54: Adopting Citywide Text Amendments To The Integrated Development Ordinance §14-16 to address housing opportunities
• O-23-77: Adopting Citywide Text Amendments To The Integrated Development Ordinance §14-16 for the 2022 IDO Annual Update

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee voted to recommend two ordinances amending the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) to the full City Council. One ordinance focuses on increasing housing opportunities, while the other addresses the 2022 IDO annual update.

• Recommended O-22-54 (housing opportunities IDO amendments) for Do Pass (3-2)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to O-23-77 (2022 IDO annual update) (3-2)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to Amendment No. 2 for O-23-77 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 as Amended for O-23-77 (5-0)
• Recommended O-23-77 (2022 IDO annual update) for Do Pass, as Amended (3-2)

City Council

The Albuquerque City Council is meeting to consider several contract awards for media services and appraisal services. The agenda also includes a request to repeal no-cruising legislation and an evaluation of bilingual pay differentials for city employees.

• Repeal of no-cruising legislation (OC-23-26)
• Contract award to Katharsis Media INC for educational programming (EC-23-268)
• Evaluation of bilingual pay differential programs for city employees (R-23-103)
• Abatement of a nuisance structure at 3709 Lombardy Rd NW (R-22-85)
• Grant application to HUD for the 2023 Continuum of Care Grant (R-23-125)

The City Council approved the 2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements and the 2023 Two-Year Capital Budget with several amendments. The council also approved multiple vendor contracts for programming and appraisal services and confirmed a mayoral appointment.

• Approved 2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements and 2023 Two-Year Capital Budget (8-0)
• Rejected Land Use Hearing Officer Recommendation for 5307 4th Street, NW site plan; scheduled full hearing for May 1, 2023 (7-1)
• Confirmed reappointment of Kyle J. Tapaha to Commission on American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs (8-0)
• Approved supplemental agreement with GuideHouse for ARPA Fund Management Services (8-0)
• Approved supplemental agreement with Law Office of Jonlyn M. Martinez for legal services (8-0)
• Approved appraisal services awards to PinnacleWest Investments, CBRE, Godfrey Appraisal Services, and Valbridge Property Advisors (8-0)
• Postponed short-term rental ordinance amendments to May 15, 2023 (8-0)
• Passed resolution urging NM State Legislature to consider the lowrider as the official state car (7-1)

President

The meeting consisted of a Letter of Introduction for various communications and legislative items. Several ordinances and resolutions were referred to the Finance & Government Operations Committee, while other items were scheduled for a future meeting on May 1, 2023.

• Referred O-23-79 (Free Expression and Special Event Permitting Ordinance) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred O-23-80 (Urban Enhancement Trust Fund Ordinance) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-126 (NMDOT grant funds for Parks and Recreation) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-127 (Pollinator Conservation/Bee City USA) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-129 (Shopping Cart Collection Pilot report) to Finance & Government Operations Committee

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee is considering several text amendments to the Integrated Development Ordinance. The committee will also review the Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan.

• O-22-54: Citywide text amendments to IDO §14-16 regarding housing opportunities
• O-23-77: Citywide text amendments to IDO §14-16 for the 2022 IDO Annual Update
• R-22-92: Approval of the Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan

The committee recommended that the City Council approve the Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan. Two other sets of citywide text amendments to the Integrated Development Ordinance were amended and postponed to April 26, 2023.

• Recommended Do Pass for R-22-92 Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan as amended (4-0, 1 excused)
• Postponed O-22-54 IDO text amendments for housing opportunities to April 26, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed O-23-77 IDO annual update text amendments to April 26, 2023 (4-0, 1 excused)
• Approved Amendments 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9 to O-22-54 (5-0)
• Denied Amendment 3 to O-22-54 (2-3)
• Approved Amendments 2, 3, and 4 to O-23-77 (4-0, 1 excused)
• Denied Amendment 5 to O-23-77 (2-2, 1 excused)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several legislative items including a proposed residential rental database ordinance. The agenda also includes discussions on nuisance abatement, automated speed enforcement fines, and community development block grants.

• Five-Year Forecast FY2023 To FY2027
• Residential Rental Database Ordinance establishing enrollment requirements
• Nuisance Abatement and Weed/Anti-Litter ordinance amendments
• Parking offense for vehicles with multiple automated speed enforcement fines in default
• 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan and HUD entitlement funds appropriation

The Finance & Government Operations Committee approved several ordinances for Council review, including updates to nuisance abatement and the immobilization of vehicles with unpaid speed fines. The committee also recommended the 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for HUD entitlement funds. A proposal for an abandoned shopping cart program was postponed.

• Recommended 'Do Pass' for Nuisance Abatement and Weed/Anti-Litter ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for ordinance allowing vehicle immobilization for unpaid speed enforcement fines (4-1)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds (5-0)
• Sent Residential Rental Database Ordinance to Council without recommendation (3-2)
• Sent Independent Hearing Office and Contractor Debarment ordinance updates to Council without recommendation (5-0)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for New Mexico State Library grant funds (5-0)
• Sent City Inspector General and Accountability In Government ordinance amendments to Council (3-2 and 5-0)
• Postponed abandoned shopping cart program resolution to May 8, 2023 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several final actions, including permanent zero fares for ART and Sun Van services. The agenda also includes discussions on a 2023-2032 decade plan for capital improvements and a bilingual pay differential for city employees.

• Permanent zero fares for Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) and Sun Van service
• 2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements including the 2023 Two-Year Capital Budget
• Bilingual pay differential evaluation for city employees
• Amending the Albuquerque Alcoholic Liquor Ordinance
• The Near Heights Community Planning Area (CPA) Assessment Report

The City Council approved permanent zero fares for Albuquerque Rapid Transit and Sun Van services. The council also passed several zoning amendments and confirmed multiple board appointments. Several appeals regarding a Safe Outdoor Space at 1250 Menaul Blvd. NE were withdrawn.

• Established permanent zero fares for ART and Sun Van services (7-2)
• Approved Transit Department’s Fare Equity Analysis (9-0)
• Passed amendment to the Albuquerque Alcoholic Liquor Ordinance (9-0)
• Approved text amendment for North 4th Corridor Character Protection Overlay Zone (9-0)
• Approved text amendment for Northwest Mesa Escarpment View Protection Overlay Zone (6-2)
• Applied Historic Protection Overlay Zone to the East End Addition (9-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Joint Air Quality Board, Metropolitan Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Open Space Advisory Board (9-0 each)
• Confirmed Rowan Wymark and Leslie Dozzo to the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board (9-0 each)

President

The Council processed a series of communications, introductions, and resolutions. Most items were scheduled for a future meeting on April 17, 2023, or referred to the Committee of the Whole.

• Referred R-23-122 (FY 2024 objectives) to the Committee of the Whole
• Referred R-23-123 (FY 2024 government appropriations) to the Committee of the Whole
• Scheduled EC-23-267 (GuideHouse ARPA agreement) for 4/17/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-268 (Katharsis Media award) for 4/17/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-269 (Law Office of Jonlyn M. Martinez agreement) for 4/17/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-271 (Windfire Production Services award) for 4/17/2023
• Scheduled EC-23-273 (Sopapilla Productions and ProView Networks award) for 4/17/2023
• Scheduled M-23-9 (Lowrider as official state car) for 4/17/2023

City Council

The City Council is considering several consent agenda items including board appointments and legal service agreements. The meeting includes discussions on a $34.3 million general obligation bond series and a metropolitan redevelopment project in the Downtown 2025 area.

• Issuance of $34,300,000 in General Obligation Bonds across two series
• The Downtowner Redevelopment Tax Abatement Application for the Downtown 2025 area
• Establishment of a tip line program for reporting illegally used or possessed firearms
• Notice of bids for $19,300,000 in General Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023A
• Acceptance of grant funds from the New Mexico Economic Development Department for Parks and Recreation

The City Council approved the issuance of two series of general obligation bonds totaling up to $34.3 million for public safety, infrastructure, and housing. The Council also approved a redevelopment project for 'The Downtowner' and confirmed several board appointments.

• Authorized issuance of up to $34.3M in General Obligation Bonds (9-0)
• Approved 'The Downtowner' redevelopment project and tax abatement (9-0)
• Approved grant funds from NM Economic Development Department for Parks and Recreation (9-0)
• Passed project recommendations to Mid-Region Council of Governments for federal funding (9-0)
• Confirmed Sonja Y. Brown to the Personnel Board (9-0)
• Confirmed Kimberly D. Andujo and Anami Dass to the Human Rights Board (9-0)
• Confirmed Dr. Colin Barnett to the Biological Park Board (9-0)
• Failed to override line item veto of R-22-91 (4-5)

President

The meeting served as a letter of introduction for various communications and proposed legislation. No final votes were recorded; items were either referred to specific committees or scheduled for a future meeting on April 3, 2023.

• Referred O-23-77 (Integrated Development Ordinance amendments) to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Referred O-23-78 (Parking offense for vehicles with multiple ASE fines) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-115 (2023-2027 Consolidated Plan and HUD funds) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-116 (New Mexico State Library grant funds) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-118 (Collaboration with APS on childhood trauma program) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Scheduled EC-23-260 through EC-23-266 and OC-23-31 through OC-23-32 for the 4/3/2023 meeting
• Scheduled R-23-117 (Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program grant) for the 4/3/2023 meeting

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee will review reports regarding the 2023 legislative session and coordination of activities. The meeting also includes updates on federal lobbyists and the progress of Congressionally Directed Spending Applications.

• 2023 Legislative Session report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team
• Report from Federal Lobbyists
• Progress report on Congressionally Directed Spending Applications

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The Committee will review the Near Heights Community Planning Area Assessment Report. It will also consider text amendments for the North 4th Corridor and Northwest Mesa Escarpment overlay zones. Additionally, the committee will discuss applying a historic protection overlay to the East End Addition.

• EC-23-237 Near Heights Community Planning Area Assessment Report
• O-23-72 North 4th Corridor Character Protection Overlay Zone text amendment
• O-23-73 Northwest Mesa Escarpment View Protection Overlay Zone text amendment
• O-23-76 East End Addition Historic Protection Overlay Zone application

The committee recommended that the City Council approve text amendments for the North 4th Corridor and Northwest Mesa Escarpment zones. It also recommended the application of a Historic Protection Overlay Zone to the East End Addition. The Near Heights CPA Assessment Report was sent to Council for receipt.

• Recommended Receipt Be Noted for EC-23-237 Near Heights CPA Assessment Report (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 and recommended Do Pass for O-23-72 North 4th Corridor CPO-9 setback and stepback requirements (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 and recommended Do Pass for O-23-73 Northwest Mesa Escarpment VPO-2 height restrictions (4-1)
• Recommended Do Pass for O-23-76 Historic Protection Overlay Zone for the East End Addition (5-0)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several city ordinances and resolutions. Key discussions include the sale of $34.3 million in general obligation bonds and proposed changes to short-term rental regulations and transit fares.

• Sale of $34,300,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Series 2023A and 2023B)
• Proposed limits on short-term rental permits to three per person and a city-wide cap of 1,200
• Establishment of permanent zero fare for Albuquerque Rapid Transit and Sun Van service
• Authorization for the sale of $19,300,000 in Series 2023A General Purpose bonds
• Redevelopment and lease of a project within the Downtown 2025 Metropolitan Redevelopment Area

The Finance & Government Operations Committee recommended the issuance of $34.3 million in general obligation bonds to fund various public projects. The committee also advanced measures for zero-fare transit, liquor ordinance amendments, and a bilingual pay differential for city employees.

• Recommended Do Pass for $34.3M in General Obligation Bonds (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass for permanent zero fare on Albuquerque Rapid Transit and Sun Van (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass for amended Alcoholic Liquor Ordinance (5-0)
• Sent to Council without recommendation amended Short-Term Rental Ordinance (3-2)
• Recommended Do Pass for bilingual pay differential for city employees (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass for DOJ Byrne Discretionary grant for Community Safety Department (5-0)
• Recommended Do Pass for Downtowner Redevelopment tax abatement and project (5-0)
• Postponed amendments to Inspector General and Accountability In Government ordinances to April 10, 2023 (5-0)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee will review updates regarding the 2023 legislative session. The meeting includes reports on city and consultant lobbying activities, federal lobbyists, and progress on Congressionally Directed Spending applications.

• 2023 Legislative Session report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team
• Report from Federal Lobbyists
• Progress report on Congressionally Directed Spending Applications

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the programming of funds and projects for the city's long-term capital improvement plan. This includes a review of the 2023 two-year capital budget.

• R-23-100: Approving the programming of funds and projects for the 2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements, including the 2023 Two-Year Capital Budget

The Committee of the Whole voted to send the 2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements, including the 2023 Two-Year Capital Budget, to Council with a recommendation to pass. The measure was substituted and modified by several approved amendments.

• Substituted R-23-100 C/S regarding the 2023-2032 Decade Plan (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to R-23-100 C/S (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to R-23-100 C/S (6-2)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 to R-23-100 C/S (7-1)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to R-23-100 C/S (5-3)
• Denied Amendment No. 6 to R-23-100 C/S (4-4)
• Approved Amendment No. 7 to R-23-100 C/S (8-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 8 to R-23-100 C/S (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a residential tenant protection ordinance and the appointment of a new Fire Chief. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown housing development agreements and various board appointments.

• Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement for housing in Downtown and Railroad Metropolitan areas
• Appointment of Emily V. Jaramillo as Chief of the Albuquerque Fire Department
• Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance (O-22-60)
• Land lease agreement with High Flying Hangars LLC
• Social service agreement with Crossroads for Women for outpatient case management

The City Council voted against the adoption of a new Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance. Other actions included confirming the new Fire Department Chief and approving housing development agreements for downtown areas.

• Rejected Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance (4-5)
• Confirmed Deputy Chief Emily V. Jaramillo as Chief of the Albuquerque Fire Department (9-0)
• Approved Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement for downtown housing projects (9-0)
• Passed resolution to remove dilapidated structure at 629 San Mateo Blvd SE (7-2)
• Passed resolution prioritizing maintenance of Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Fire Station (9-0)
• Approved land lease and agreement with High Flying Hangars LLC (9-0)
• Approved social service agreement with Crossroads for Women (9-0)
• Postponed firearm tip line program resolution to March 20, 2023 (9-0)

President

The Council referred the FY2023 to FY2027 five-year forecast and two ordinances regarding nuisance abatement and historic protection to committees. Several mayoral appointments and legal agreements were scheduled for a future meeting on March 20, 2023.

• Referred Five-Year Forecast FY2023 To FY2027 (EC-23-258) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Nuisance Abatement Ordinance amendment (O-23-75) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred East End Addition Historic Protection Overlay Zone (O-23-76) to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Scheduled appointment of Sonja Y. Brown to Personnel Board (EC-23-252) for 3/20/2023
• Scheduled appointment of Kimberly D. Andujo to Human Rights Board (EC-23-253) for 3/20/2023
• Scheduled appointment of Anami Dass to Human Rights Board (EC-23-254) for 3/20/2023
• Scheduled Risk First Supplemental Agreements for YLaw P.C. (EC-23-255) and German, Burnette & Associates, LLC (EC-23-256) for 3/20/2023
• Scheduled re-appointment of Dr. Colin Barnett to Biological Park Board (OC-23-30) for 3/20/2023

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding the 2023 Legislative Session, including coordination of activities from the City and Consultant Lobbying Team. A report from federal lobbyists will also be presented. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report on 2023 Legislative Session coordination
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding the 2023 legislative session. This includes updates from the city and consultant lobbying team, as well as reports from federal lobbyists. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team on 2023 Legislative Session coordination
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a new encampment outreach program and potential collaboration with Bernalillo County on affordable housing. The agenda also includes decisions on transit service equity and the Mesa Del Sol master plan.

• Approval of Albuquerque Street Connect (ASC) Encampment Program
• Social Service Agreement with Heading Home for supportive housing services
• Adoption of the Secondhand Catalytic Converter Purchase Ordinance
• Mesa Del Sol Master Plan amendment for a 500-acre employment center site
• Transit Department Service Equity Analysis regarding service suspensions

The City Council passed a resolution to collaborate with Bernalillo County on affordable housing acquisition and construction. The council also approved a new ordinance regarding secondhand catalytic converter purchases and authorized several city contracts and appointments.

• Passed R-23-106 to collaborate with Bernalillo County on affordable housing (9-0)
• Passed O-22-61 Secondhand Catalytic Converter Purchase Ordinance (7-2)
• Approved EC-23-238 Albuquerque Street Connect Encampment Program (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved EC-23-241 Social Service Agreement with Heading Home for supportive housing (9-0)
• Passed R-23-111 naming the 'Ken Sanchez Pillar of the Community' (9-0)
• Passed R-22-91 adjusting FY2022 and FY2023 appropriations (9-0)
• Passed O-22-66 allowing remote and hybrid meetings for public boards (9-0)
• Approved R-23-110 Transit Department's Service Equity Analysis (7-1, 1 excused)

President

The Council reviewed various communications and introduced several ordinances and resolutions. Items were either referred to specific committees, scheduled for a future meeting on March 6, 2023, or marked for immediate action.

• Referred Near Heights CPA Assessment Report to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Referred North 4th Corridor and Northwest Mesa Escarpment text amendments to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Referred $34.3M General Obligation Bonds issuance to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred 'The Downtowner' redevelopment project to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Rail Yards Master Plan update to Environmental Planning Commission
• Scheduled Land Lease with High Flying Hangars LLC for 3/6/2023
• Scheduled Legal Department’s Quarterly Litigation Report for 3/6/2023
• Scheduled appointment of Emily V. Jaramillo as Fire Chief for 3/6/2023

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding the 2023 Legislative Session from the City and Consultant Lobbying Team. The agenda also includes a report from federal lobbyists.

• Report on 2023 Legislative Session coordination and lobbying activities
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee

The committee will consider the appointment of Giovanni Coppola to the Environmental Planning Commission. It will also discuss amending the Mesa Del Sol Level A Community Master Plan to designate approximately 500 acres as part of an Employment Center.

• Appointment of Mr. Giovanni Coppola to the Environmental Planning Commission (OC-23-25)
• Amendment to the Mesa Del Sol Level A Community Master Plan for a 500-acre site designation (R-23-98)

The committee recommended the confirmation of Giovanni Coppola to the Environmental Planning Commission. It also recommended that Council approve an amendment to the Mesa Del Sol Level A Community Master Plan to designate approximately 500 acres as part of the Employment Center.

• Recommended confirmation of Giovanni Coppola to the Environmental Planning Commission (5-0)
• Recommended 'Do Pass' for R-23-98 amending Mesa Del Sol Community Master Plan (5-0)
• Recommended R-23-98 be sent to Council for Immediate Action (5-0)

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several city ordinances and agreements. Discussions include housing projects in redevelopment areas, tenant protections, and updates to government accountability and procurement rules. A proposed residential rental permit ordinance is intended to be deferred.

• Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement for housing in Downtown and Railroad Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas
• Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance
• Amendments to the Accountability In Government Ordinance
• Amendments to the City Inspector General Ordinance
• Grant application for Rapid Transit Operating Costs with the Federal Transit Administration

The committee recommended approval of the Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement for housing projects. It also advanced a grant application for rapid transit operating costs to the full Council for immediate action. Several ordinances regarding government accountability, inspector general rules, and rental permits were postponed.

• Recommended approval of Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement for housing (5-0)
• Sent grant application for Rapid Transit operating costs to Council for immediate action (5-0)
• Sent Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance to Council without recommendation as substituted (5-0)
• Postponed Accountability In Government Ordinance amendment to March 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed City Inspector General Ordinance amendment to March 13, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed Residential Rental Permit Ordinance to April 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed Public Purchases Ordinance amendment to March 13, 2023 (5-0)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee is meeting to receive updates regarding the 2023 legislative session. This includes reports from the City and Consultant Lobbying Team as well as federal lobbyists. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report on 2023 Legislative Session, City and Consultant Lobbying Team, and coordination of activities
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

City Council

The City Council will take final action on an ordinance regarding security planning and access for the Abq Ride and Sun Van transit systems. The agenda also includes amendments to the Aviation Department's capital improvement program and several mayoral appointments to various commissions.

• Ordinance regarding security planning and access for Abq Ride and Sun Van transit systems
• Amendments to the Aviation Department Capital Improvement Program
• Grant application for the Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccine Uptake Initiative
• Appointment of Diane McDermott as Interim Director of the Civilian Police Oversight Agency
• Lease agreement with UNM Health Sciences Center for community health worker initiatives

The City Council passed an ordinance requiring security planning and fare and access studies for the Abq Ride and Sun Van transit systems. The council also updated its own rules of procedure and approved several mayoral appointments to city commissions.

• Passed Albuquerque Transit Security and Equitable Access Ordinance (7-2)
• Passed amendments to City Council Rules of Procedure (9-0)
• Approved Capital Improvement Program amendments for Aviation Department (9-0)
• Approved grant application for Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccine Uptake Initiative (9-0)
• Confirmed Diane McDermott as Interim Director of the Civilian Police Oversight Agency (9-0)
• Confirmed Manilal Patel to Accountability in Government Oversight Committee (9-0)
• Confirmed Gail H. Starr, Teresa Marie Garcia, Chearie J. Alipat, Jodie L. Jaramillo, and Stacy Burleson to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Commission (9-0 each)
• Approved lease agreement with UNM Health Sciences Center for Community Health Worker Initiatives (9-0)

President

The Council processed a series of communications and introductions, referring most items to the Finance & Government Operations or Land Use, Planning, and Zoning committees. Several appointments and ordinances were scheduled for a future hearing on February 22, 2023.

• Referred O-23-69 (Short-Term Rental Ordinance amendments) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred O-23-71 (Permanent Zero Fare on Albuquerque Rapid Transit) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred R-23-98 (Mesa Del Sol Community Master Plan amendment) to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Referred R-23-100 (2023-2032 Decade Plan for Capital Improvements) to Committee of the Whole
• Scheduled hearing for EC-23-228 (Michelle Denbleyker appointment) for 2/22/2023
• Scheduled hearing for OC-23-26 (Repealing No-Cruising Legislation) for 2/22/2023
• Scheduled hearing for R-23-106 (Affordable Housing collaboration with Bernalillo County) for 2/22/2023
• Referred EC-23-229 (FY/22 Outstanding Encumbrances) to Finance & Government Operations Committee

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding the 2023 Legislative Session from the City and Consultant Lobbying Team. The agenda also includes a report from federal lobbyists concerning Congressional Direct Spending Grant processes. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report on 2023 Legislative Session lobbying activities
• Report on federal lobbyists and preparation for Congressional Direct Spending Grants

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will review reports from city, consultant, and federal lobbyists regarding the 2023 legislative session. The agenda also includes coordination for upcoming legislative activities and the election of a Vice-Chair. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team on the 2023 Legislative Session
• Coordination of activities for the upcoming legislative session
• Report from Federal Lobbyists
• Election of Vice-Chair

Finance & Government Operations Committee

The Finance & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several proposed ordinances and budget adjustments. Items include new regulations for scrap tires, rental permits, and tenant protections. Some items, including a shopping cart retrieval program, are being deferred for further review.

• Albuquerque Scrap Tire Ordinance establishing permits and fees (O-22-38)
• Secondhand Catalytic Converter Purchase Ordinance (O-22-61)
• Amendments to the Public Purchases Ordinance regarding procurement thresholds (O-22-65)
• Adjustments to Fiscal Year 2022 and 2023 appropriations (R-22-91)
• Grant application for Rapid Transit operating costs (R-22-93)

The Finance & Government Operations Committee approved several measures for Council review, including a proposal for remote and hybrid public meetings. The committee also advanced a catalytic converter purchase ordinance and a local economic development plan. Several other items, including rental permit and tenant protection ordinances, were postponed.

• Sent to Council with 'Do Pass' recommendation: Remote and hybrid meetings ordinance (5-0)
• Sent to Council with 'Do Pass' recommendation: Local Economic Development Act Plan (5-0)
• Sent to Council without recommendation: Secondhand Catalytic Converter Purchase Ordinance (5-0)
• Sent to Council without recommendation: FY22/FY23 appropriation adjustments (5-0)
• Sent to Council with 'Receipt Be Noted' recommendation: FY/22 Year-End Savings Report (5-0)
• Sent to Council with 'Receipt Be Noted' recommendation: MRA 2022 Annual Report (5-0)
• Withdrawn by sponsor: Albuquerque Scrap Tire Ordinance (5-0)
• Postponed to Feb 13: Residential Rental Permit and Tenant Protection ordinances (5-0)

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will receive reports regarding the 2023 legislative session. These include updates from the city and consultant lobbying team, coordination for the upcoming session, and a report from federal lobbyists. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team on the 2023 Legislative Session
• Coordination activities for the upcoming legislative session
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

City Council

The City Council will consider transitioning the Transit Zero Fare Pilot to a pass-based program. The agenda also includes decisions on urban redevelopment, transit security expansion, and several building abatement requests.

• Transitioning Transit Zero Fare Pilot to a Pass-Based Program
• Redevelopment of Central/Highland/Upper Nob Hill area
• Contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for permitting software
• Funding for transit security expansion
• Abatement of nuisance structures at multiple locations

The City Council approved amendments to the Police Oversight Ordinance and the Public Purchases Ordinance. The council also authorized the construction of 20 townhome units and approved several nuisance abatement orders for dilapidated structures.

• Passed amended Police Oversight Ordinance (9-0)
• Passed amended Public Purchases Ordinance (9-0)
• Approved construction of 20 townhome units via Silver Townhomes, LLC (9-0)
• Approved nuisance abatement for 158 Chama St NE (8-1)
• Approved nuisance abatement for 1301 Gerald Ave SE (8-1)
• Denied appointment of Adelmo E. Archuleta to Albuquerque Development Commission (4-5)
• Passed amended City Council Rules of Procedure regarding attendance (8-1)
• Approved CDBG agreement for New Mexico Veterans Integration Center housing (9-0)

President

The document is a Letter of Introduction for items to be considered by the City Council. No final votes or decisions were recorded in this document; items were either scheduled for future meetings, referred to committees, or marked for immediate action.

• Referred Downtowner Development & Disposition Agreement to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred appointment of Giovanni Coppola to Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee
• Scheduled appointments for Accountability in Government Oversight Committee and Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Commission for 2/6/2023
• Scheduled RA-23-2 (Council Rules of Procedure) for 2/6/2023
• Scheduled R-23-97 (Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway Fire Station) for 2/22/2023
• Marked contract with Tyler Technologies, Inc. for immediate action
• Marked RA-23-1 (Council Rules of Procedure regarding attendance) for immediate action

Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee

The committee will review reports from city, consultant, and federal lobbyists regarding the 2023 legislative session. The meeting also covers coordination for the upcoming session. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Report from City and Consultant Lobbying Team on 2023 Legislative Session
• Coordination activities for the upcoming legislative session
• Report from Federal Lobbyists

City Council

The Albuquerque City Council is reviewing ordinances to transition the transit system to a pass-based zero fare program. The meeting also includes approvals for housing development agreements and contracts for shelter services.

• Transitioning to a pass-based zero fare program for Albuquerque Transit (O-22-47)
• Expanding transit security and adjusting public transit fares (O-22-62)
• Development agreements for Route 66 Flats and Knotts Landing Court housing (EC-22-177, EC-22-178)
• Contract for shelter services at the Gibson Health Hub (EC-22-212)
• Support for a Universal Hydrogen Co. manufacturing facility project (O-22-58)

The City Council elected its leadership for the term and approved several housing and economic development agreements. The council also passed an ordinance supporting a manufacturing facility for Universal Hydrogen Co. and a resolution for federal programming priorities.

• Elected Pat Davis as President (5-4)
• Elected Renée Grout as Vice-President (5-4)
• Elected Brook Bassan as Chair of the Committee of the Whole by acclamation
• Approved Route 66 Flats Development Agreement for rental housing (9-0)
• Approved Knotts Landing Court/60th Street Development Agreement for public housing (9-0)
• Passed O-22-58 supporting Universal Hydrogen Co. manufacturing facility (9-0)
• Approved FY23 contract for Gibson Health Hub shelter services (6-3)
• Failed to override veto of O-22-33 regarding Safe Outdoor Spaces (5-4)

President

The Council reviewed a series of communications and proposed ordinances. Most items were referred to committees, scheduled for a future meeting on January 18, 2023, or marked for immediate action.

• Referred social service agreement with Youth Development Inc. to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred FY/22 Year-End Department Quarterly Savings Use Report to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency 2022 Annual Report to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Public Purchases Ordinance amendments (O-22-65) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred remote and hybrid meetings ordinance (O-22-66) to Finance & Government Operations Committee
• Referred Menaul Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan to Albuquerque Development Commission
• Referred FTA grant application for rapid transit operating costs to Finance & Government Operations Committee