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City of Albuquerque
File #: EC-25-554   
Type: Executive Communication Status: Confirmed
File created: 12/15/2025 In control: City Council
Final action: 1/5/2026
Enactment date: Enactment #:
Effective date:    
Title: Mayor's re-appointment of Ms. Amanda Rose Sofio to the Transit Advisory Board
Attachments: 1. EC-554

 

INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM                                                                                                       December 3, 2025

 

TO:                                          Brook Bassan, President, City Council

 

FROM:                     Timothy M. Keller, Mayor

 

SUBJECT:                     title

Mayor's re-appointment of Ms. Amanda Rose Sofio to the Transit Advisory Board

body

 

I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for re-appointment to the Transit Advisory Board in accordance with the City of Albuquerque Ordinance 2-7-1.

 

APPOINTEE NAME

TERM

Ms. Amanda Rose Sofio Albuquerque, NM 87110

September 30, 2028

 

Amanda Sofio is a lifelong Albuquerque resident committed to advancing equity, accessibility, and inclusion across city systems. She works as an advocate and resource specialist at a local nonprofit, supporting individuals with disabilities and helping them navigate community resources. Her work is rooted in creating more accessible environments where all people feel valued and supported.  Amanda is currently pursuing a master’s degree in social work at New Mexico Highlands University, with a focus on inclusive community development. She is particularly passionate about improving the public transportation system so that all residents-regardless of ability-can navigate the city safely, comfortably, and with dignity. Amanda looks forward to bringing her lived experience, professional background, and policy interests to the Transit Advisory Board to help build a more connected and inclusive Albuquerque.

 

A resident of City Council District 7, Ms. Amanda Rose Sofio will continue to serve as an At-Large representative on the Board; their first full term will expire on September 30, 2028.

 

 

 

The remaining members are:                                                               

 

Representing

Name

Term

1.

At Large

Dr. Michael Patrick M. Martin

9/30/2028

2.

At Large

Mr. Stephen L. Pilon

9/30/2024

3.

At Large

Mr. Jordon B. McConnell

9/30/2028

4.

At Large

Mx. Althea May Atherton

9/30/2026

5.

At Large

Ms. Dara Osher

9/30/2026

6.

At Large

Mr. Michael Devin

9/30/2026

7.

At Large

Mr. Montel S. Richardson

9/30/2028

8.

At Large

Mr. Ben Garland

9/30/2025

9.

At Large

Vacant

 

10.

At Large

Ms. Amanda Sofio

9/30/2025

11.

At Large

Ms. Augusta Farley

9/30/2028

12.

At Large

Mr. Carlos A. Michelen Strofer

9/30/2028

 

Transit Advisory Board

 

Appointment of Ms. Amanda Rose Sofio.

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Samantha Sengel, Chief Administrative Officer                                                                                                   Date