City Council, March 2, 2026
Votes on Withdrawal of Public Safety Quarterly Reports Resolution, unanimous (9-0)
What happened
The Albuquerque City Council unanimously approved the creation of an African American Advisory Board (O-26-11) with 17 voting members, including permanent seats for black-serving organizations.
- Jurisdiction
- Albuquerque, NM
- Governing body
- Final authority
- Date
- March 2, 2026
- Decisions
- 4 zoning decisions
- Outcome
- Voted, unanimous (9-0)
Projects in this meeting (1)
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Approved 5-4Free sample: decision 1 of 4
African American Advisory Board Establishment
O-26-11 creates a 17-member voting advisory board focused on economic mobility, public safety, health outcomes, cultural events, and civic engagement for the black community. Includes permanent seats for organizations like NAACP, UNM Health, APS, and African American Museum. Amendments added voting rights for all members and required bylaws/policies within first year.
- Board must establish bylaws and policies/procedures by end of first year with annual review. Quorum of 9 members required for voting.
The other decisions are listed below by title. The full write-up, verbatim conditions, and the audio at each vote are in Pro.
Meeting Summary
The Albuquerque City Council unanimously approved the creation of an African American Advisory Board (O-26-11) with 17 voting members, including permanent seats for black-serving organizations.
Key Decisions (4)
African American Advisory Board Establishment
Sign Variance Appeal for City on Hill Church at 3715 Silver Ave SE
AFR Minimum Staffing Requirements Amendment
Withdrawal of Public Safety Quarterly Reports Resolution
Zoning Changes (1)
Market Signals (3)
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