Mayor Chávez continues to be a leader in open and ethical government. He believes access to his office by his constituents is imperative in order to accomplish this goal.

Mayor Chávez has been a leader among America's Mayors in providing several ways to communicate with him, including one-on-one meetings during his open office hours. Now, by unveiling his new radio and TV program, The Q Hour, he has taken it to the next level of openness.

The Q Hour is simulcast on GOVTV 16 and 1550 Joy AM every Saturday at noon. A variety of topics relevant to the community are discussed. The Mayor asks his constituents to email him their questions for the show at mayor@cabq.gov, and the Mayor answers all emails personally.

We invite you to join us this and every Saturday on 1550 am and GOVTV 16 at noon. Or check back here to watch a recording of the previous programs.

September 13, 2008

Featuring:

• Bhutan, New Snow Leopard
• Gwen Pragoo, Bhutan's Handler
• Barbara Taylor, CIP Planner
• Patty Hoech, Patrician Designs
• Irean Garcia, COO
• John Soladay, Environmental Health Director

September 6, 2008

Featuring:

• Zane Rakes, Director of Operation Schott Solar
• Shira Greenberg, Keshet Dance
• Leba Freed, Wheels Museum President
• Sgt Louis Heckroth, APD Auto - Theft
• Dr. Michael Richard, Zoo Head Veterinarian
• Rick Janser, Zoo Manager

August 30, 2008

Featuring:

• Doug Welter, Pralos, COO
• James Ellington, Pralos, CEO
• Rick Clemente, Production Central
• Greg Payne, ABQ Ride, Director
• Lt. Alan Banks, APD Internal Affairs

August 23, 2008

Featuring:

• Lawrence Torres, Employee Relations Director
• Paul Broome, Education Coordinator
• Chief Robert Ortega, AFD
• Lt. Ray Torres, APD Traffic
• Dr. Yanira Cruz, National Hispanic Council
• Greg Payne, ABQ Ride Director

August 16, 2008

Featuring:

• Councilor Don Harris, City Council - District 9
• Bill Anderson, Novint Technologies
• Chief Ray Schultz, APD
• Pete Dinelli, Chief Public Safety Officer

August 9, 2008

Featuring:

• Chief Ray Schultz, APD
• Greg Wheeler, Asst City Attorney
• Scott Ruiz, Solid Waste Management Dept.
• Mike Daly, President of Mesa del Sol

August 2, 2008

Featuring:

• Amy Maurino, 911 Operator
• Officer Dave Parsons, APD
• Chief Ray Schultz
• Officer Brad Ahrensfield, SWAT
• Officer James Perdue, SWAT
• John Castillo, Director of Municipal Development

July 26, 2008

Featuring:

• Ed Adams, P.E., Chief Administrative Officer
• John Soladay, Director of Environmental Health
• Det. Donna Saylor, APD
• Sgt John Sullivan, APD Burglary Unit
• Tanda Meadors, Director of Finance
• Ray Darnell, Director of Cultural Services
• Craig Rivera, Cultural Services, Events Manager
• Brian Lee, Assistant to the Mayor

July 19, 2008

Featuring:

• Jan Hosea, President of H.C. Foundation
• Jennifer Landman, Director of Nursing Presbyterian Children's Programs
• Dr. Cate McClain, Director of UNM Center for Development and Disability
• Jay Hart, Director of Parks and Rec.
• Sally Adams, General Manager of Clear Channel Outdoor
• Pete Dinelli, New Chief Public Safety Officer

July 12, 2008

Featuring:

• John Soladay, Director of Environmental Health
• Jill Holbert, Deputy Director of Solid Waste
• Valorie Vigil, Director of Family and Community Services
• Michael Mehling, Planner with the Department of Family & Community Services
• Chief Ray Schultz, Albuquerque Police Department

July 5, 2008

Featuring:

• Director Greg Payne, Transit
• Jim Salas with NM Commission for the Blind
• Ann Lerner, Film Liaison
• Chief Ray Schultz, APD
• Craig Rivera, Cultural Services
• Jill Holbert, New Deputy Director of Solid Waste Specialty Recycling

June 28, 2008

Featuring:

• Paul Smith with Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
• Scott Appelman with Rainbow Rider balloons
• Richard "Bugman" Fagerlund, Pest Management Consultant
• Garry Goodman with the new Winrock Mall Development

June 21, 2008

Featuring:

• Kathleen Mechenbier, co-founder of El Ranchito de los Niños
• Sherri Brueggemann, Project Manager of the Public Art program
• Greg Payne, Director of Transit
• Julia Clark, Director of the Library system

June 14, 2008

Featuring:

• Footage of the Great Raft Race
• Lt. Harold Prudencio, Property Crimes Supervisor
• News on films in production in Albuquerque
• Ed Adams, Chief Operating Officer of the City of Albuquerque
• Maryann Torrez, Events Scheduler for the Biopark and member of the Green Chile Jam Band
• News on a new commuter service with Ventana Ranch
• J.D. Maes, Health and Wellness Analyst

June 7, 2008

Featuring:

• News on the Great Raft Race
• Terry Huertaz, Executive Director of New Mexico Mothers Against Drunk Driving
• Bob White, working with open government
• Terri Cole, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce
• Ann Lerner, Film Liaison