INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM August 27, 2026
TO: Brook Bassan, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
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Mayor's appointment of J Michael Cruz to the Senior Affairs Advisory Council
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I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for appointment to the Senior
Affairs Advisory Council in accordance with a Joint Powers Agreement between the City of
Albuquerque, County of Bernalillo, Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and the Village of
Tijeras.
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J Michael Cruz December 31, 2028 Albuquerque, NM 87102 Michael believes older adults deserve opportunities to age with dignity, purpose, and connection. As a licensed professional counselor, educator, and nonprofit leader, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals navigate life’s transitions and improve their health and well-being. He also holds a Specialist Certificate in Aging and has a longstanding professional interest in healthy aging. Michael hopes to bring his experience in strategic planning, community engagement, and public service to help ensure Albuquerque’s older adults have access to programs and resources that promote independence, inclusion, and quality of life. A resident of Council District 2, J Michael Cruz will fill a vacancy and serve as a City Representative on the Council; His first term will expire December 31, 2028. The remaining members are: Representing Name Term 1. City Mary Nance 12/31/2027 2. City Vacant 3. City Raymond E. Taylor 12/31/2027 4. City Vacant 5. City Lorey A. Esquibel 9/30/2026 6. City Sheila Hundley 9/30/2027 7. City Mark S. Reynolds 12/31/2027 8. City Joyce Marie Gilbert 12/31/2028 9. County Havens Levitt 2/19/2027 10. County Evan Thompson 2/5/2027 11. Los Ranchos Henry Shonerd 4/27/2024 12. Tijeras Maria Martinez 9/30/2025 |
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Senior Affairs Advisory Council
Appointment of J Michael Cruz
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Samantha Sengel, Chief Administrative Officer Date