CITY of ALBUQUERQUE
TWENTY SEVENTH COUNCIL
COUNCIL BILL NO. O-26-11 ENACTMENT NO. ________________________
SPONSORED BY: Nichole Rogers
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Establishing The African American Advisory Board (Rogers)
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ESTABLISHING THE AFRICAN AMERICAN ADVISORY BOARD.
WHEREAS, residents of African descent, including African Americans, Africans, Afro-Latinos, Afro-Caribbeans, and others within the African diaspora-have made enduring and significant contributions to the cultural, economic, civic, and social fabric of the City of Albuquerque; and
WHEREAS, despite these contributions, people of African descent continue to experience disproportionate barriers related to economic opportunity, wealth-building, public safety, health outcomes, and access to culturally responsive systems and services; and
WHEREAS, economic mobility is essential to long-term community stability and prosperity and requires intentional, equity-driven policy guidance informed by lived experience; and
WHEREAS, Black communities experience disproportionate rates of violence, disappearance, unresolved cases, and insufficient systemic response related to missing and murdered Black people, resulting in ongoing harm to families and communities; and
WHEREAS, residents of African descent experience documented disparities in physical health, mental health, maternal and infant outcomes, chronic disease, life expectancy, and access to culturally competent healthcare services; and
WHEREAS, cultural events, traditions, and artistic expression of the African diaspora preserve history, strengthen identity, promote healing, and support local economies; and
WHEREAS, meaningful engagement with communities of African descent requires structured, consistent, and representative input into municipal decision-making; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of a permanent advisory body will strengthen the City's ability to develop informed, responsive, and equitable policies.
BE IT O...
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