Tuesday, October 27,  9:30 AM 

Ken Sanchez Commission Chambers 

First floor of 415 Silver Ave SW

Any questions about the agenda items may be directed to planning@bernco.gov.

Crews began the project to replace waterlines in our neighborhood October 12, 2026. Phase 1 will began on the east end of the project, closing westbound Griegos Road NW at 12th Street to Grande Drive NW. ABCWUA expects Griegos Road between 12th Street and Grande to be completed and reopened by mid-November. 

Crews are also “potholing” the various areas in Phase 1 to locate the waterlines before digging begins; there will be small, temporary closures for this process. Phase 1 roads will be temporarily closed for asphalt removal (milling) on October 19 and 20 from Grande Drive NW west to Guadalupe Trail, 14th Street, Ponderosa Avenue, Teodocio Road, and Pedroncelli Court NW; residents and motorists can drive on the milled roadway after barricades are removed. (NOTE: All work is weather permitting and subject to change without notice)

Regular work hours will be Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., but barricading will remain in place 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for safety.

Have questions and concerns? Please contact the following people you met at our ANNUAL MEETING on October 6.

• Eric Williams, Water Authority, Project Manager, 505-319-3559, ewilliams@abcwua.org

• Rachel Stone, Public Affairs, Water Authority, 505-289-3071, rstone@abcwua.org

• Jesus Olivas, DUB-L-EE, 505-804-6140, JOlivas@Dub-L-ee.com

1. Access will be maintained to all residences on closed roads. Residents can drive through the construction zone. Always drive through the work zone slowly and use caution. Please speak with the construction crews for any concerns you have regarding access to your home.

2. There will be NO STREET PARKING IN THE CLOSED SECTIONS of roadway.

3. For trash pick-up days, place your trash bin in its usual spot. The City of Albuquerque will be notified of this construction and the crews will accommodate the solid waste truck on trash days.

4. Contractors will do everything possible to ensure that the water service is maintained for the duration of the project. However, emergencies or planned shut offs may occur during construction.

   1. Emergency (un-planned) shut offs: no advance notice.

   2. Planned shut offs: advance notice detailing the service interruption date and times.

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https://tangpress.com/2026/01/30/chinese-merchants-of-albuquerques-route-66/

Aimee Tang’s "Chinese Merchants of Albuquerque’s Route 66" is a featured historical presentation exploring the vital, often-overlooked contributions of Chinese-American business owners along Albuquerque's stretch of the Mother Road. The talk is part of the ongoing statewide Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series celebrating the 100th anniversary of the highway.

Tang’s presentation dives into the history of early Chinese merchants who established businesses along Central Avenue (Route 66). It covers how these entrepreneurs adapted to the changing demographics of the city and the booming auto-tourist industry, leaving a lasting cultural and economic footprint on Albuquerque. 

Water Authority Webinars

The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is offering a series of free Drought Webinars on efficient irrigation and climate-adapted landscaping. The webinars are open to everyone. Water Authority customers receive one $20 rebate per year for attending. Webinars take place every other Friday from noon - 1:00 p.m. through October. Register in advance to attend:

www.505outside.com/events/ 

With wildfire season becoming increasingly unpredictable, Bernalillo County Fire & Rescue and the Bernalillo County Department of Emergency Management are providing resources for residents on how to better protect their homes and families if a wildfire or an emergency occurs. 

Wildfire season is becoming more unpredictable, and Bernalillo County wants everyone to understand the “Ready, Set, Go” system. Knowing what each phase means helps you stay prepared, stay safe, and act when it matters most. Click here to find out more. 

Watch: Wildfire Prep - Ready, Set, Go

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See the complete list here:  https://goadelante.org/diverseit/computer-classes/

April is the perfect time for a fresh start and at DiverseIT by improving your computer skills and gaining confidence with technology. We offer a supportive, affordable environment for learnings and repairs alike. Join us to improve your basic skills, explore new software, or get more comfortable online — this is your season to learn and grow!

Free Computer Classes!

Thanks to several generous grants, you can take 3 FREE computer classes with us to help you become safer and more capable users of tech. These classes are open to the public so please feel free share them with friends, family, and coworkers who might be interested. Attendees need to register in advance and let us know if they are bringing their own device or need to use one of our laptops.

Check out their complete listing here:  https://www.goodwillnm.org/goodskills/

Interested in being an instructor for a program at one of our community centers? Fill out & submit our new interest form today! We are interested in offering competitive rates to contract instructors who can provide art, fitness & other programming.  https://bit.ly/4qcxM4l

Come learn about safe and affordable banking options for Albuquerque families, including youth employees! Bank On Burque, a City of Albuquerque economic inclusion initiative, provides information that can help you save money and keep your money safe.
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