INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM July 19, 2024
TO: Dan Lewis, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
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Lease at 4904 4th Street NW
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The City of Albuquerque owns the property located at 4904 4th Street. For the last 20 years, a non-profit organization named, North Fourth Art Center, held the lease with the City. It came to an end on January 31, 2024. Therefore, the Department of Arts & Culture would like to enter into a new 3-year lease with the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy (ASLA) for the same property located at 4904 4th Street NW.
ASLA has agreed to afford programming to the Albuquerque community such as, but not limited to, the following activities: art classes, art exhibits, theater performances, as well as programming and services for individuals with disabilities.
The City Administration and the Department of Arts & Culture seeks your approval to move forward with this lease with ASLA. ASLA has agreed to pay the City $1,000/month in rent in order to occupy the premises as well as the provide the aforementioned art amenities to Albuquerque residents.
Thank you in advance for your consideration to this matter.
SUBJECT: Executive Communication regarding Lease at 4904 4th Street NW
Approved: Approved as to Legal Form:
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Samantha Sengel, EdD Date Date
Chief Administrative Officer City Attorney
Recommended:
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Dr. Shelle Sanchez Date
Director, Dept of Arts & Culture