INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM August 27, 2026
TO: Brook Bassan, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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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.
APPOINTEE NAME TERM
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
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