Infrastructure Priorities, Russian Divestment and ABQ Econ. Development's Charles Ashley III | 3.11.22

Former Albuquerque Mayor Martin Chávez explains how he’s approaching his new position as state infrastructure adviser. Chávez shares some of his priorities with correspondent Gwyneth Doland and explains how the public can get involved in the process of allocating $3.7B in federal infrastructure funding. Host Gene Grant talks with Charles Ashley III about his goals in his new role as Albuquerque's Economic Development Director. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is urging the State Investment Commission immediately divest from any interests that could benefit the Russian government. Our Line Opinion Panel discusses that request, and the impact federal sanctions are having on gas prices around the country. Correspondents: Gwyneth Doland Gene Grant Guests: Martin Chávez, New Mexico Infrastructure Adviser Charles Ashley III, director, Albuquerque Economic Development Line Opinion Panelists: Edmund Perea, attorney/legal and public safety analyst Michael Bird, fmr. president of the American Public Health Association Julie Ann Grimm, editor, Santa Fe Reporter For More Information: Governor Urges Divestment From Russian Government – NM Governor's Office Governor Wants New Mexico to Divest From Russia – Source NM NM Poised to Receive $3.7B Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill – Santa Fe New Mexican Fmr. Mayor Chávez to Serve as NM’s Infrastructure Adviser– Albuquerque Journal New Mexico Rural Infrastructure Report – Pivotal NM Albuquerque Economic Development