🌱 City To Approve GO Bond Package + Families Relocated After Fire

Hello again, Albuquerque. Michelle Paul here with your Monday edition of the Albuquerque Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: Breezy in the afternoon. High: 93 Low: 66.
• Tuesday: Sunny to partly cloudy. High: 94 Low: 64.

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Here are the top three stories today in Albuquerque:

1. The city of Albuquerque is looking for voters to approve its $200 million bond package, which serves as its biggest one yet. This bond would focus on setting aside around $50 million to help improve roads, parks, and public safety, as well as rehabilitate buildings and different infrastructures around Albuquerque. According to officials, the city's tax is expected to say the same, despite these extra funds. (KRQE)
2. A 34-year-old man has been pronounced dead after altercations with law enforcement and attempting to escape from a New Mexico County Jail. According to police, John Sanchez had been arrested earlier this month for stealing a vehicle but was set to be released on Monday from the Metropolitan Detention Center in Albuquerque. The sheriff's office is currently investigating the man's death and three jail officers were put on administrative leave pending the investigation's outcome. (KOB)
3. After a fire broke out at a southeast apartment complex in Albuquerque, numerous families were displaced. Albuquerque's Fire and Rescue team arrived on the scene a little after 8 p.m. to discover a fire had broken out on the second floor of the complex. The team was able to get the fire under control with no injuries relatively quickly, but they're still unsure what caused the incident in the first place. (KOAT)

Today and tomorrow in Albuquerque:

Monday, June 19

• Summer Soccer Camp at Kraemer Fields (8:00 AM)
• Survivors Writing Together at UNM Cancer Center (2:30 PM)

Tuesday, June 20

• YOB at Sister (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• On Monday, Jul. 3, the Albuquerque Isotopes will be celebrating Independence Day with a Firework Extravaganza after the game. The fireworks show is presented by International Protective Service. If you're interested in purchasing a ticket to the game, visit here for more information. (Albuquerque Isotopes via Instagram)
• The Albuquerque BioPark will host its annual Pollination Celebration from Monday, Jun. 19 to Sunday, Jun. 25. Attendees can join the celebration at the Botanic Garden for a Pollinator Party, which includes free admission from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (ABQ BioPark)
• If you're looking for an excuse to travel to the Santa Fe Opera, their opening night season is just two weeks away and tickets are still on sale. This behind-the-scenes experience will give attendees a glimpse into the artistry and dedication that it takes to bring these projects to life, so visit here if you're interested in purchasing tickets. (Santa Fe Opera)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.