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EDA awards $200,000 in grants for economic development projects in Bernalillo County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $200,000 in grants for economic development projects in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.

By ABQ Times | Jan 20, 2025

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Council approves SolAero Technologies expansion under economic development act

The City Council has introduced Council Bill No.

By ABQ Times | Jan 17, 2025

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Albuquerque introduces bill to address vacant downtown buildings

By ABQ Times | Jan 17, 2025

The City Council of Albuquerque has introduced a new bill, Council Bill No.

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Kairos Power seeks modifications to existing permit for facility enhancements

By ABQ Times | Jan 17, 2025

The applicant, Kairos Power Southwest, is seeking a modification to their existing permit, #1958-M1-1AR.

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Albuquerque issues $72.6M bond for SolAero Technologies expansion

By ABQ Times | Jan 17, 2025

The City of Albuquerque has announced the publication of Council Bill No.

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Animal adoption event planned by BernCo Animal Care Services

By ABQ Times | Jan 17, 2025

Bernalillo County Animal Care Services is set to host an adoption event at The Craftroom on Saturday, January 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Craftroom is located at 2809 Broadbent Parkway NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107.

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BernCo amends zoning code to ease building of 'casitas' for residents

By ABQ Times | Jan 16, 2025

Bernalillo County residents will have more options to build secondary dwelling units, commonly known as "casitas," on their properties.

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Chicanos Por La Causa takes charge as operator for Albuquerque's largest shelter

By ABQ Times | Jan 16, 2025

Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) has assumed the role of operator for Gateway West, Albuquerque's largest shelter.

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Bernalillo County approves funding for new skate park at Los Vecinos

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County Commissioners have approved funding for the construction of a new skate park at Los Vecinos Community Center.

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Sheriff’s office review board presents 2024 annual report to commissioners

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County's Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) has presented its 2024 annual report to the BernCo Board of Commissioners.

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Bernalillo County Board elects new leadership for 2025

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners has elected its leadership for the 2025 calendar year.

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Mayor Keller outlines progress on key issues at Economic Forum

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Over 150 local business and community leaders gathered to hear Mayor Tim Keller discuss Albuquerque's progress on long-term projects and challenges.

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Bernalillo County backs $33M bond for St. Anthony's Plaza renovation

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

Bernalillo County Commissioners have given their approval for an ordinance to issue $33 million in Project Revenue Bonds (PRB).

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Albuquerque upgrades planning software with launch of ABQ-PLAN

By ABQ Times | Jan 14, 2025

The City of Albuquerque's Planning Department is set to upgrade its software systems with the introduction of ABQ-PLAN, a new platform designed to enhance planning logistics and networking.

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Unite Us Summit aims to bolster support for unhoused in Albuquerque

By ABQ Times | Jan 13, 2025

Bernalillo County, the City of Albuquerque, and community leaders will host a summit on February 6th to discuss Unite Us, a platform designed to improve support systems for those experiencing housing or food insecurity.