INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM March 10, 2025
TO: Brooke Bassan, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Mayor's re-appointment of Ms. Tara M. Trafton to the Albuquerque Energy Council
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I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for re-appointment to the Albuquerque Energy Council in accordance with the City of Albuquerque Ordinance 14-8-5-3.
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APPOINTEE NAME |
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Ms. Tara M. Trafton Albuquerque, NM 87104 |
April 30, 2027 |
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Tara Trafton is a Senior Account Executive at Energy Systems Group (ESG) in the Southwest Region, bringing over 15 years of experience in aerospace engineering, project management, and sustainable energy systems. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Purdue University and a double master's degree in Sustainable Energy Systems from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and the Turin Polytechnic Institute. Ms. Trafton is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Certified Energy Manager (CEM). Throughout her career, Tara has demonstrated strong leadership skills and a commitment to innovation. As the co-chair for the NM Energy Services Coalition, Tara showcases her dedication to advancing energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives. Tara also proudly served on the City of Albuquerque Climate Action Task Force working to develop the City's Climate Action Plan. Her unique combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and passion for enhancing community infrastructure makes her an invaluable asset to this board which focused on energy, engineering, or sustainability initiatives in New Mexico. |
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A resident of Council District 2, Ms. Tara M. Trafton will continue to serve as an At Large representative on the Council; her second term will expire on April 30, 2027. |
The remaining members are:
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Representing |
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Term |
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1. |
At Large |
Dr. Linda S. Sapochak |
4/30/2027 |
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2. |
At Large |
Dr. Thomas Quirk |
4/30/2025 |
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3. |
At Large |
Mrs. Samantha A. Salazar |
4/30/2027 |
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4. |
At Large |
Mr. Gabriel S. Pacyniak |
4/30/2027 |
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5. |
At Large |
Mr. David A. Mueller |
4/30/2025 |
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6. |
At Large |
Mr. Adam Harper |
4/30/2025 |
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7. |
At Large |
Dr. Susan J. Altman |
4/30/2027 |
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8. |
At Large |
Ms. Tara Trafton |
4/30/2025 |
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9. |
At Large |
Ms. Danyel Kahumoku |
4/30/2027 |
Albuquerque Energy Council
Re-appointment of Ms. Tara M. Trafton.
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