INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM February 6, 2026
TO: Klarissa J. Pe?a, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Mayor's appointment of Mr. Christopher T. Martinez to the EMS Providers Advisory Committee
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I am submitting for your advice and consent the following name for appointment to the EMS
Providers Advisory Committee in accordance with the City of Albuquerque Ordinance 25-1999;
9-4-4-9.
APPOINTEE NAME
TERM
Mr. Christopher T. Martinez
Albuquerque, NM 87114
August 15, 2027
Mr. Martinez is a seasoned emergency services professional with over 20 years of experience as a paramedic and currently serves as the EMS Educator for Bernalillo County Fire Rescue. In his role, he supports training, professional standards, and system-wide readiness for emergency medical services. His interest in serving on this board is grounded in his professional responsibilities and commitment to contributing meaningfully to the work that impacts EMS operations and outcomes.
A resident of Council District 5, Mr. Christopher T. Martinez will replace Mr. Robert A. Gallegos and serve as a County Representative; His first term will expire on August 15, 2027.
The remaining members are:
Representing
Name
Term
1.
AFD BCFD
Mr. Christopher G. Ortiz
8/15/2027
2.
County
Mr. Robert A. Gallegos
8/15/2025
3.
County
Mr. David Lujan
8/15/2025
4.
EMS Operators
Mr. William W. Wilson
8/15/2027
5.
EMS Operators
Mrs. Brittany N. Vargas
8/15/2025
6.
EMT Ambulance Service
Mrs. Mara Ortiz
8/15/2026
7.
EMT Ambulance Service
Mr. Jason Hackett
8/15/2027
8.
EMT Ambulance Service
Mr. Zachary Potts
8/15/2026
9.
EMT Ambulance Service
Mr. Jopaul Valles
8/15/2027
10.
EMT Ambulance Service
Vacant
EMS Providers Advisory Committee
Appointment of Mr. Christopher T. Martinez.
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