ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A city councilor is trying to pass an ordinance similar to the Renter’s Empowerment and Neighborhood Transparency Ordinance that was voted against back in June. But this time around it’s simpler.
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The bill is a supplement to a larger state senate bill, and it would make it mandatory for landlords to offer renters at least one fee-free payment option. Councilor Nichole Rogers said she’s heard from the community that in poverty, a $50 added fee makes a big difference.
“Poverty is a big part of why we’re doing this,” Albuquerque District 6 City Councilor Nichole Rogers said. “Any way to lower costs for working families and make things more affordable.”…