From Mayor Tim Keller Re-election Campaign:

ALBUQUERQUE—Mayor Tim Keller has officially announced his candidacy for another term as Mayor of Albuquerque, aiming to strengthen efforts in tackling crime, revitalizing the city, and delivering lasting solutions to homelessness.

“At City Hall, we are relentless problem solvers, tackling Albuquerque’s toughest challenges head-on every day. We hear your concerns about long-standing local issues, compounded by the turmoil from Washington, D.C. That’s why now, more than ever, Albuquerque needs an experienced fighter who will protect its future—and that’s why I’m running for reelection,” Keller said. “In these challenging times, the next four years must be about standing up for our city, uniting our community against division, and taking bold action to help those in need—getting people off the streets, out of addiction, and into stable housing. We must make every corner of our city safer from gun violence through technology and intervention. By building on the real progress we’ve made, I am committed to driving meaningful change and ensuring a brighter future for Albuquerque for generations to come.”

The Keller re-election campaign writes that under Mayor Keller’s visionary leadership, Albuquerque has moved forward on addressing the long-standing challenges that have held back the city for decades:

Crime Reduction: When Mayor Keller took office, crime was rising across the board, and officers were leaving the force. Today, under his leadership, crime rates are declining, the police force is being rebuilt, and the department is nearly finished with DOJ-mandated reforms. Additionally, the Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS) Department has helped free up police resources, enabling faster emergency response. We remain committed to ensuring every street in our city is safe.

Homelessness: When Mayor Keller took office, Albuquerque had no city permanent shelter beds for the unhoused. Last year, his administration delivered a breakthrough, opening the Gateway System, which shelters 1,000 people each night. Now, Mayor Keller is doubling down by expanding housing units to get even more people off the streets.

Visionary Revitalization: Seven years ago, there was no clear vision for Downtown, the Railyards, or expanding family-friendly activities. Today, that has changed. The CNM Railyards Media Academy is set to bring hundreds of students into the heart of our city every day. Downtown is experiencing a revival, with new restaurants, hotels, and vibrant developments. The Rail Trail will soon connect Albuquerque’s historic neighborhoods through a scenic pedestrian parkway that celebrates our city’s rich diversity. Meanwhile, Netflix continues to grow, employing thousands of local residents and solidifying Albuquerque’s place in the film industry.

Financial Help and Housing for Families: Combined with nearly 3,000 new housing units, Mayor Keller led efforts to revamp regulations to make it easier to build casitas, renovate office buildings and convert old hotels into housing. Mayor Keller has built a system of support for families— from banking services to emergency food and clothing, to rental assistance and renter projections.   

“Albuquerque has fought too hard for progress—we can’t let anyone take that away from us. We must continue to fight to make our city the place we know it can be–for all our families,” Mayor Keller said. 

Mayor Keller is running a publicly financed campaign, ensuring he remains fully accountable to all the people of Albuquerque—not special interests. Residents can support his campaign through seed money donations of up to $250, showing that Albuquerque’s future is not for sale.

To see a list of early local endorsements for Mayor Keller’s re-election campaign, go here. To view the campaign’s launch video, go here. For more information or to get involved, visit mayortimkeller.com