District 7 Councilor Connect - June 5, 2026

This meeting of the District 7 Councilor Connect, held on June 5, 2026, focused primarily on homelessness prevention efforts in Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque. County and city officials discussed a collaborative program funded by over $85 million in state and local resources aimed at rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention, particularly for families with children. The program has distributed approximately $4.4 million to assist 1,164 families, emphasizing quick rent assistance payments directly to landlords to stabilize housing. The discussion included challenges such as landlord engagement, eviction protections, credit score barriers, and the need for ongoing legislative support to sustain and expand funding. Officials highlighted the cost-effectiveness of prevention efforts and the importance of policy changes to improve housing stability. No new contracts or procurement actions were announced, but the meeting underscored the critical role of funding allocations and interagency collaboration in addressing homelessness.