INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM January 23, 2026
TO: Klarissa J. Peña, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Mayor's appointment of Mr. Killian K. McDonald to the Human Rights Board
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I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for appointment to the
Human Rights Board in accordance with the City of Albuquerque Ordinance 11-3-4-1 through
11-3-6.
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APPOINTEE NAME |
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Mr. Killian K. McDonald Albuquerque, NM 87108 |
December 31, 2028 |
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Killian McDonald is a senior electrical engineer at Sandia National Laboratories and a graduate of North Carolina State University's STEM MBA program. With a background in applied physics and integrated circuit design, Killian has led multi-disciplinary research efforts on national defense and public safety systems. He is deeply committed to public service, civic engagement, and building equitable and inclusive communities. As someone working at the intersection of technology and society, Killian brings a systems-thinking approach to human rights issues-valuing both empirical analysis and ethical responsibility. He is currently preparing to pursue graduate-level public policy or law studies, with a long-term goal of serving in elected office. |
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A resident of Council District 6, Mr. Killian K. McDonald will replace Ms. Anami Dass and serve as an At Large representative on the Board; their first term will expire December 31, 2028. |
The remaining members are:
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Representing |
Name |
Term |
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1. |
At Large |
Mr. Larry P. Hinojos |
12/31/2025 |
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2. |
At Large |
Mrs. Kimberly D. Andujo |
12/31/2025 |
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3. |
At Large |
Mrs. Leticia Galvez Trujillo |
12/31/2026 |
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4. |
At Large |
Ms. Anami Dass |
12/31/2025 |
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5. |
At Large |
Mr. Sean Champagne |
12/31/2025 |
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6. |
At Large |
Ms. Kate Boulton |
12/31/2026 |
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7. |
At Large |
Mr. Mark Lamb |
12/31/2027 |
Human Rights Board
Appointment of Mr. Killian K. McDonald.
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