Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee Meeting - September 2, 2026

The Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee meeting held on September 2, 2026, focused extensively on upcoming legislative session preparations, particularly regarding capital outlay and state funding priorities. State lobbyists reported on the availability of significant new funding, emphasizing infrastructure and large-scale projects such as housing and water trust board initiatives. The committee reviewed and recommended the city administration's and city council's state legislative requests for the 2027 session, highlighting capital projects, housing, homelessness, and public safety investments. Discussions included the need for flexibility in updating these requests as priorities evolve. Additionally, the committee addressed federal legislative updates, including concerns about proposed changes to federal grant guidance by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), with local officials actively engaging in opposition. The meeting concluded with a review and approval of the City of Albuquerque Boards and Commissions Questionnaire, including a proposal to amend meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly with flexible meeting calls by the chair or vice chair, pending ordinance changes.