The Village of Tijeras has partnered with the Entranosa Water and Wastewater Association for funding to purchase a new pipeline that will connect two new wells to the Estancia Basin transmission system. During the Village of Tijeras Council’s March 18 meeting, councilors amended a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Entranosa and Tijeras for the new […]
Author Archives: Pat Davis
Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of City Desk ABQ. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
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Native American advocate is challenging former state senator for District 30 seat
This story is republished from Source NM as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. By JEANETTE DEDIOS Two Democratic candidates are vying for the District 30 State Senate seat in western New Mexico. With no Republican candidate running that means whoever wins during the […]
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Growing number of state officials failing to file personal finance disclosures
This story is republished from Source NM as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. By PATRICK LOHMANN and DANIELLE PROKOP A significant and growing number of government officials in New Mexico are failing to submit paperwork disclosing their personal finances, despite a state law that opens […]
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Commissioners: Input wanted on ordinance to prioritize Bernalillo County behavioral health funds
This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the authors. Commissioner Adriann Barboa represents District 3 which includes the SE heights, UNM, and the International District. Commissioner Eric Olivas represents District 5 including much of the NE Heights, Uptown, the Foothills and the East Mountains. Editor’s Note: The Behavioral Health Authority Ordinance will be considered for final action at tonight’s […]
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New Mexico to receive $18.9M in federal money for ‘forever chemical’ detection
This story is republished from Source NM as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best in independent news coverage that matters to Albuquerque. BY DANIELLE PROKOP / Source NM Big check energy at the Roundhouse. National and state environmental officials celebrated a $18.9 million federal grant for most of New Mexico’s water systems to […]
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New Mexico officials warn of health effects from rising temperatures
Health officials in New Mexico are warning residents to take precautions as daytime temperatures are expected to climb over the coming days in eastern and southern parts of the state. Since April 1, the state Health Department said there have been at least 51 heat-related visits to emergency departments across New Mexico as record high […]
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Step Into the Future With Produced Water
When the legislative session ended in 2019, House Speaker Brian Egolf said, “The produced water bill, I think, is going to go down as one of the greatest environmental accomplishments to come out of the state Legislature of New Mexico. Just the quantity of fresh, potable water that’s going to be saved for agricultural and […]
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Letter to the Editor: Unbecoming Conduct by New Mexico State Senator
Submitted by Barbara V. Hall In the Santa Fe New Mexican, Senator Craig Brandt criticized Senate District 9 Republican candidate, Audrey Trujillo, with unfounded, defamatory accusations. The purpose? To promote Trujillo’s Republican opponent before the Primary. Trujillo is ahead in the polls and Senator Brandt is scared. No matter how dirty politics can get, Senator Brandt […]
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Sandoval County K-9s Sniff Out Missing Persons
Thanks to a unique combination of skills honed through specialized training programs, Sandoval County Fire and Rescue (SCFR) K-9 units are helping out on missions throughout the state. On April 29, SCFR reported that their K-9s were called to assist the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms, Roswell Fire Department and the New Mexico State […]
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AG Announces Legislative Priorities for Upcoming Special Session
Susan Dunlap, NM Political Report Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced on Thursday his legislative priorities for July’s special legislative session, including the creation of a crime victim’s unit to monitor crime victim’s rights. Torrez held a press conference to discuss three policies he hopes the legislature will address in the upcoming special session. Torrez also […]