For the purpose of this ordinance, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
MEMENTO. A commemorative device, object and/or descriptive plaque that honors a New Mexico Veteran, group or event and his/her/their military experience.
MEMORIAL. A work of art, a memorial wall, a sculpture or statue or other construction which honors veterans or military action by the United States Government and includes an interpretative plaque.
NEW MEXICO VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK. The Veterans Memorial Park which identifies and honors the shared experiences of all New Mexico Veterans in all U.S. Military actions and which has facilities needed for private and public ceremonies and is the site for Memorials and Mementos related to New Mexico veterans. The New Mexico Veterans Memorial is a "park" within Phil Chacon Park and is located at 1100 Louisiana Blvd. SE.
NEW MEXICO VETERANS MEMORIAL GARDEN. The area of the Memorial Grounds that includes seven (7) specific venues designed to evoke memories of experiences common to all veterans.
NEW MEXICO VETERANS MEMORIAL REVIEW COMMITTEE. A five-member public committee comprised of appropriate City boards and agencies, appropriate veterans and Veterans Park related organizations, which meets for purpose of review and approval of requests related to veterans memorials on the grounds of the New Mexico Veterans Memorial Park.
VETERANS AND MILITARY AFFAIRS ADVISORY BOARD. Advisory Board to the Mayor for the identification of problems and needs faced by veterans and their dependents residing in the City of Albuquerque; the Board shall assist the Mayor in developing and implementing solutions where possible, that may alleviate or remedy these problems and needs.
(Ord. 63-2001; Am. Ord. 2015-004)