Albuquerque City Council has confirmed Cecily Barker as the city’s first female police chief. It also took a big step by approving the appointment of Raul Bujanda to the newly created role of Executive Director of Public Safety.
Mayor Tim Keller picked Bujanda for the role. He’s a retired FBI agent and investigated the DWI corruption scandal where some Albuquerque Police officers were taking bribes to get cases dismissed.
At the April 20, 2026 city council meeting, council members welcomed Bujanda into his new role where he will oversee the police department, the fire department, and the community safety department. He’ll also supervise the Office of the Superintendent for Police Reform…