Episode Details
Back to Episodes
Albuquerque data centers face new rules, police chief search continues, local business closing after 100 years
Published 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Description
Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, February 12.
We start with big news from Bernalillo County, where commissioners just approved tough restrictions on new AI data centers. Sponsored by Commissioner Eric Olivas, the rules make companies cover their own massive electricity and water needs, pay workers at least 120 percent of the area median wage, and give back to the community through minimum county payments. Olivas says its to protect our fixed-income seniors and families from rising utility bills, especially with data centers like Metas in Los Lunas already booming nearby. This could shape job growth here, prioritizing New Mexicans in hiring and renewable energy.
Over at City Hall, more than 1,000 of us weighed in on the next police chief search through surveys, focus groups, and forums. Top asks include visible, ethical leadership thats out in neighborhoods like Downtown and along transit lines, plus community-centered policing that builds trust with youth and those experiencing homelessness. We want faster responses and safer patrols too.
A sad local business note: an Albuquerque staple is closing after nearly 100 years, saying goodbye to loyal customers. And Isleta Amphitheater is getting a fresh name soon.
On crime, an Albuquerque teen was sentenced for his role in a deadly botched robbery, a reminder to stay vigilant. No major alerts in the past day, but were watching.
Sports fans, the Don Kirby Elite Invitational kicks off tomorrow at the Albuquerque Convention Center, drawing top track athletes like Arizona States Amir Thompson with his blazing 20.62 second 200-meter dash. Local schools are advancing K-3 math and reading bills at the legislature too.
New UNM Police Headquarters air quality permit opened for comments today through March 14.
Weather today: sunny and mild, highs near 55 degrees around the Sandia foothills, perfect for outdoor walks along the Bosque trail. No impacts, with clear skies holding through the weekend.
Looking ahead, catch community forums on the police chief search and track meets. Real estate stays steady, with about 1,200 listings citywide.
Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for daily updates. This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
We start with big news from Bernalillo County, where commissioners just approved tough restrictions on new AI data centers. Sponsored by Commissioner Eric Olivas, the rules make companies cover their own massive electricity and water needs, pay workers at least 120 percent of the area median wage, and give back to the community through minimum county payments. Olivas says its to protect our fixed-income seniors and families from rising utility bills, especially with data centers like Metas in Los Lunas already booming nearby. This could shape job growth here, prioritizing New Mexicans in hiring and renewable energy.
Over at City Hall, more than 1,000 of us weighed in on the next police chief search through surveys, focus groups, and forums. Top asks include visible, ethical leadership thats out in neighborhoods like Downtown and along transit lines, plus community-centered policing that builds trust with youth and those experiencing homelessness. We want faster responses and safer patrols too.
A sad local business note: an Albuquerque staple is closing after nearly 100 years, saying goodbye to loyal customers. And Isleta Amphitheater is getting a fresh name soon.
On crime, an Albuquerque teen was sentenced for his role in a deadly botched robbery, a reminder to stay vigilant. No major alerts in the past day, but were watching.
Sports fans, the Don Kirby Elite Invitational kicks off tomorrow at the Albuquerque Convention Center, drawing top track athletes like Arizona States Amir Thompson with his blazing 20.62 second 200-meter dash. Local schools are advancing K-3 math and reading bills at the legislature too.
New UNM Police Headquarters air quality permit opened for comments today through March 14.
Weather today: sunny and mild, highs near 55 degrees around the Sandia foothills, perfect for outdoor walks along the Bosque trail. No impacts, with clear skies holding through the weekend.
Looking ahead, catch community forums on the police chief search and track meets. Real estate stays steady, with about 1,200 listings citywide.
Thanks for tuning in, listeners—subscribe for daily updates. This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI