Albuquerque city councilors Monday night approved two tax increment financing (TIF) proposals for Downtown, but made some changes that Mayor Tim Keller’s administration says are “incredibly restrictive.” After a lengthy discussion during their Monday meeting, councilors unanimously approved the tax increment financing measures which allow the Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) to implement both property tax-based […]
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Housing, emergency voucher programs draw attention in 2024
Albuquerque’s housing and emergency motel voucher programs generally operate a little under the public radar, but the initiatives this year have attracted considerable attention. The City Council is driving an effort to reform the programs, which are key to assist those who are precariously housed or experiencing homelessness. About $12.4 million was appropriated for vouchers […]
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Housing, emergency voucher programs draw attention in 2024
Albuquerque’s housing and emergency motel voucher programs generally operate a little under the public radar, but the initiatives this year have attracted considerable attention. The City Council is driving an effort to reform the programs, which are key to assist those who are precariously housed or experiencing homelessness. About $12.4 million was appropriated for vouchers […]
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City Council set to have packed agenda for last meeting of the year
Albuquerque city councilors will likely have an extensive agenda for their last meeting of the year, but are expected to consider several key bills, including proposals for tax increment financing, a new business licensing system, cooling requirements for rental properties and encampment regulations. Downtown TIF Two proposals to implement tax increment financing (TIF) for Downtown […]
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City Council set to have packed agenda for last meeting of the year
Albuquerque city councilors will likely have an extensive agenda for their last meeting of the year, but are expected to consider several key bills, including proposals for tax increment financing, a new business licensing system, cooling requirements for rental properties and encampment regulations. Downtown TIF Two proposals to implement tax increment financing (TIF) for Downtown […]
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City unveils second phase of Nuevo Atrisco
Albuquerque’s Westside now has a new food truck park and community plaza, which city officials say is part of their plans to revitalize the area and to bring the community members together. City leaders, developers and residents celebrated the unveiling of Nuevo Atrisco’s food plaza (201 Unser Blvd NW) Tuesday after years in the making. […]
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City unveils second phase of Nuevo Atrisco
Albuquerque’s Westside now has a new food truck park and community plaza, which city officials say is part of their plans to revitalize the area and to bring the community members together. City leaders, developers and residents celebrated the unveiling of Nuevo Atrisco’s food plaza (201 Unser Blvd NW) Tuesday after years in the making. […]
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Do you feel safe when parking Downtown?
How often do you travel to Downtown Albuquerque — and when you do — is parking an issue? In many U.S. cities, finding convenient parking in downtown corridors can be a chore. Drivers negotiate location, price and sometimes report safety issues — whether it’s poor street lighting or the prospect of navigating a dark and […]
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Do you feel safe when parking Downtown?
How often do you travel to Downtown Albuquerque — and when you do — is parking an issue? In many U.S. cities, finding convenient parking in downtown corridors can be a chore. Drivers negotiate location, price and sometimes report safety issues — whether it’s poor street lighting or the prospect of navigating a dark and […]
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City Council to reconsider proposal requiring landlords to provide cooling for tenants
An Albuquerque city councilor is bringing back her proposal to require landlords to install cooling systems for tenants after it was shot down in a City Council committee — this time to be considered by the full council. Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn’s proposal would amend the city’s housing code to require cooling systems for residential rental […]