INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM September 3, 2026
TO: Klarissa J. Peña, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Mayor's appointment of Mr. Joel S. Esquibel to the Commission on American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs
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I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for appointment to the
Commission on American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs in accordance with the City
Albuquerque Ordinance 2-6-6-1.
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APPOINTEE NAME |
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Mr. Joel S. Esquibel Albuquerque, NM, 87114 |
October 1, 2028 |
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Joel Esquibel is a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Albuquerque whose work includes investment education, retirement planning, fiduciary considerations, and long-term financial strategy. His professional and community involvement has increasingly focused on Native communities, with an emphasis on financial education, responsible stewardship, governance, and sustainable economic opportunity. Joel serves on the board of the Santo Domingo Tribal Housing Authority and holds additional board, civic, and community leadership roles throughout New Mexico. His involvement reflects a broader commitment to public service, community development, and strengthening opportunities for Native communities. He has completed executive education through Harvard Business School and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with coursework and programming focused on leadership, Tribal sovereignty, governance, and economic development. These experiences complement his professional work by connecting financial expertise with a deeper understanding of the governmental and economic issues affecting Tribal Nations and Native communities. |
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A resident of District 5, Mr. Joel S. Esquibel will fill a vacancy on the Commission and serve a At Large Representative; their first term will expire on October 1, 2028. |
The remaining members are:
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Representing |
Name |
Term |
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1. |
All Pueblo Council of Governors |
Vacant |
At Pleasure |
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2. |
At Large |
Ms. Chas L. Tso |
10/1/2026 |
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3. |
At Large |
Vacant |
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4. |
At Large |
Ms. Kim Gleason |
10/1/2026 |
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5. |
Culture Rep |
Mr. Krista R. Chico |
10/1/2026 |
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6. |
Educational Rep |
Jodi L. Burshia |
10/1/2029 |
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7. |
Environment Rep |
Clarice Honahnie |
10/1/2027 |
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8. |
Governmental Rep |
Vacant |
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9. |
Health Rep |
Kinsey Ricketts |
10/1/2029 |
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10. |
Isleta Pueblo |
Vacant |
At Pleasure |
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11. |
Laguna Pueblo |
Ms. Thelma Antonio |
At Pleasure |
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12. |
Sandia Pueblo |
Vacant |
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13. |
Santa Ana Pueblo |
Vacant |
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14. |
To'hajiiilee Chapter |
Ms. Nora Morris |
At Pleasure |
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15. |
Workforce/Employment Rep |
Ms. Pauline Joe |
10/1/2028 |
Commission on American Indian and Alaska Native Affairs
Appointment of Mr. Joel S. Esquibel
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Samantha Sengel, Chief Administrative Officer Date