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Residents in need of assistance can find resources below:
Self-Reporting Tools on City Web Pages Make It Easier to Request Services
Some City Departments have recently added self-reporting tools on their websites to make it easier for citizens to request help and services in their neighborhoods. Below are the four most recently added self-reporting pages to make it easier for you to connect!
· Request Graffiti Removal at: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/clean-city-programs/graffiti-removal
· Report Abandoned Vehicles at: https://www.cabq.gov/report-abandoned-vehicles/report-abandoned-vehicles
· Find Your Trash and Recycle Pickup Day: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/trash-collection/collection-day-overview
· Request Large Item Pickup: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/trash-collection/large-item-pick-up
Requesting these services online can be much faster than calling 311 sometimes, so bookmark and start using them today!
Get the Abq Neighborhood Newsletter in PDF format. Go the link below and you will get the entire newsletter.
http://www.cabq.gov/office-of-neighborhood-coordination/documents/onc-newsletter-jan-2019.pdf
It has some great information, including
· Upcoming EPC Hearing on Zoning Conversions
· An update on Public Access Channels
- A great place to find a new job
Freegal Offers Free Access to Millions of Songs
Have you tried Freegal yet? It’s one of the Library’s numerous free eResources that you can use with your library card. Freegal offers a catalog of over 15 million songs and over 40,000 music videos from over 100 countries. You don’t need to download any software, and access to this streaming music library is available 24/7! You can download 5 free songs or videos per week. To learn more about this awesome free service, visit: https://abclibrarynm.freegalmusic.com
First Wednesday Free at Albuquerque Museum Each Month!
Every first Wednesday of the month is free admission at the Albuquerque Museum, so mark your calendar for this week, Wednesday, Dec. 5! There are many great exhibits there now, as well as permanent exhibits year-round, so this is an excellent opportunity to bring the family! Visit:https://www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/albuquerque-museum to learn more.
Seniors Ride Rail Runner Free on Wednesdays Starting in January 2019
Rio Metro is bringing our Seniors Ride Free program back in 2019! Starting Wednesday, Jan. 2, seniors age 62+ can ride any New Mexico Rail Runner Express train at no cost every Wednesday through the entire year. To learn more about the Rail Runner, visit: www.riometro.org
Public Libraries Don’t Just Offer Books for Checkout!
Did you know that our public libraries don’t just offer books to check out? It’s true! They also offer a wide range of CDs, DVDs, e-Books, and – this is the best part! – you can also check out ukuleles and cake pans! So if you’ve been wanting to learn this musical instrument but don’t have one, or expand your baking skills and make a cake in the shape of a heart, the library is your starting point! Visit: www.abqlibrary.org for a complete catalog of free items for checking out!
Request Large Item Pickup with ABQ311
If you have large items that you want to schedule for pickup by the Solid Waste Department, let the City know by using the 311 website or mobile app at: www.cabq.gov/ABQ311. The mobile app also allows you to anonymously report graffiti, litter, and weeds.
Residents in need of assistance can find resources below:
- If you are displaying symptoms, contact the New Mexico Department of Health at 1-855-600-3453
- Childcare, food, etc
- If you are in an unsafe environment due to domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- To get information on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, visit https://www.albuquerqueaa.org/wondering-about-the-coronavirus-and-aa-meetings/ or contact 505-266-1900
- The New Mexico Crisis and Access Line has counselors available 24/7 to speak at 855-662-7474.
- The Department of Senior Affairs can be reached at 505-764-6400. A full list of resources available for seniors can found at https://www.cabq.gov/news/coronavirus-impacts-on-city-services
- The Child Abuse Hotline can be reached at 505-841-6100.
- For Adult Protective Services, contact 505-476-4912.
- The Agora Center is available at 505-277-3013
Self-Reporting Tools on City Web Pages Make It Easier to Request Services
Some City Departments have recently added self-reporting tools on their websites to make it easier for citizens to request help and services in their neighborhoods. Below are the four most recently added self-reporting pages to make it easier for you to connect!
· Request Graffiti Removal at: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/clean-city-programs/graffiti-removal
· Report Abandoned Vehicles at: https://www.cabq.gov/report-abandoned-vehicles/report-abandoned-vehicles
· Find Your Trash and Recycle Pickup Day: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/trash-collection/collection-day-overview
· Request Large Item Pickup: https://www.cabq.gov/solidwaste/trash-collection/large-item-pick-up
Requesting these services online can be much faster than calling 311 sometimes, so bookmark and start using them today!
Get the Abq Neighborhood Newsletter in PDF format. Go the link below and you will get the entire newsletter.
http://www.cabq.gov/office-of-neighborhood-coordination/documents/onc-newsletter-jan-2019.pdf
It has some great information, including
· Upcoming EPC Hearing on Zoning Conversions
· An update on Public Access Channels
- A great place to find a new job
Freegal Offers Free Access to Millions of Songs
Have you tried Freegal yet? It’s one of the Library’s numerous free eResources that you can use with your library card. Freegal offers a catalog of over 15 million songs and over 40,000 music videos from over 100 countries. You don’t need to download any software, and access to this streaming music library is available 24/7! You can download 5 free songs or videos per week. To learn more about this awesome free service, visit: https://abclibrarynm.freegalmusic.com
First Wednesday Free at Albuquerque Museum Each Month!
Every first Wednesday of the month is free admission at the Albuquerque Museum, so mark your calendar for this week, Wednesday, Dec. 5! There are many great exhibits there now, as well as permanent exhibits year-round, so this is an excellent opportunity to bring the family! Visit:https://www.cabq.gov/culturalservices/albuquerque-museum to learn more.
Seniors Ride Rail Runner Free on Wednesdays Starting in January 2019
Rio Metro is bringing our Seniors Ride Free program back in 2019! Starting Wednesday, Jan. 2, seniors age 62+ can ride any New Mexico Rail Runner Express train at no cost every Wednesday through the entire year. To learn more about the Rail Runner, visit: www.riometro.org
Public Libraries Don’t Just Offer Books for Checkout!
Did you know that our public libraries don’t just offer books to check out? It’s true! They also offer a wide range of CDs, DVDs, e-Books, and – this is the best part! – you can also check out ukuleles and cake pans! So if you’ve been wanting to learn this musical instrument but don’t have one, or expand your baking skills and make a cake in the shape of a heart, the library is your starting point! Visit: www.abqlibrary.org for a complete catalog of free items for checking out!
Request Large Item Pickup with ABQ311
If you have large items that you want to schedule for pickup by the Solid Waste Department, let the City know by using the 311 website or mobile app at: www.cabq.gov/ABQ311. The mobile app also allows you to anonymously report graffiti, litter, and weeds.
