Building a Better Albuquerque Together

Colton Newman is running for City Council to help make Albuquerque a city where everyone has a fair shot, where housing is affordable, neighborhoods are safe, and public resources serve the people first. His policy priorities offer real solutions to the challenges residents face every day, shaped by conversations with neighbors across District 9.

Explore the sections below to learn how Colton plans to move Albuquerque forward together.

    • Cap and Regulate Application Fees for Renters
      End predatory rental application practices by capping fees and increasing transparency in Albuquerque’s rental market.

    • Expand Access to Affordable Housing and Mixed-Income Development
      Reform zoning and offer incentives to increase affordable housing and mixed-income options across the city.

    • Expand Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS) and Crisis Response
      Boost ACS staffing, fund local training, and prioritize hiring from within our neighborhoods for 24/7 non-police crisis response.

    • Invest in Youth Programs and Safe After-Hours Spaces
      Fund teen centers, mentorship programs, and after-school activities to keep youth engaged and safe, especially in underserved areas.

    • Restore Inpatient and Community-Based Mental Health Services
      Advocate for reopening crisis stabilization units, sober living facilities, and comprehensive mental health care.

    • Invest in Harm Reduction and Substance Use Recovery
      Support needle exchanges, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), detox access, and recovery programs, without stigma.

    • Create Community Service Pathways Through ACS
      Launch paid, local training programs for young people and formerly incarcerated residents to serve in ACS and uplift their neighborhoods.

    • Support Affordable Childcare for Working Families
      Expand access to high-quality childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Raise wages for childcare workers to match public school teachers and help parents return to work with peace of mind.

    • Make Albuquerque a 100% Renewable Energy City
      Transition city operations to 100% renewable energy. Invest in solar energy in homes and public spaces. Expand clean energy job training in partnership with local unions and schools.

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