The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education last week honored the Chamber’s Albuquerque Reads program for its donation and distribution of books, lap desks, and backpacks stuffed with school supplies. Approximately 250 students at three Title I schools in Albuquerque – Whittier, Atrisco, and Bel-Air Elementary Schools – received these packages in October and early …
The Chamber’s 2020-2021 class of Leadership Albuquerque is in full swing! The cohort has now completed two program days: one focusing on the state of public education in New Mexico and education reform efforts, and one on crime and public safety. One highlight of the education program day on November 16 was the Education Reform …
LEADERSHIP ABQ: 2020-2021 Class Programming Underway Read More »
Last week, Bernalillo County District Attorney Raúl Torrez delivered his third annual CrimeSTAT briefing virtually to the Chamber at its Public Safety BIG signature event. He described trends that have come into focus in the past year, as well as those that have remained constant for much longer, and his priorities as DA in the …
CRIMESTAT BRIEFING 2020: “The Tale of Two Cities” Read More »
Today at 11:00am, the second special session of 2020 convened. Our state’s legislators continue to debate a bill authorizing the distribution of $330 million of federal CARES Act funding. Currently the package contains provisions for: $194 million to the Department of Workforce Solutions, including $150,000 earmarked for one-time checks of $1,200 to unemployment claimants $100 …
SPECIAL SESSION NEWS: Check Our Legislative Roundup for the Latest News Read More »
The third and final round of the City of Albuquerque’s Small Business Relief Grants is about to open. Small businesses located in Albuquerque and struggling due to the pandemic can apply to receive up to $10,000 from the City to help cover their bills. Earlier this fall, the City Council set aside $10 million for …
CITY GRANT FUND DEADLINE APPROACHING: Apply Now for COVID-19 Business Relief Read More »
Last week, the Chamber held its Annual Meeting to update investors, community leaders, and business advocacy partners alike on its accomplishments and goals. The event also featured not one, but three speakers with expertise on a timely topic: COVID-19. Chamber Board Chair Kyle Beasley and President and CEO Terri Cole were joined by Neil Bradley …
ANNUAL MEETING 2020: “The Way Back to Health and Work” Read More »
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