Today, UNM is the State's largest university with 24,000 students on its Albuquerque campus which includes a nationally recognized medical school and a law school. UNM provides the community with educational opportunities as well as a full range of sports and cultural activities. The largest sectors in the Albuquerque economy are services, retail trade, and government. Please refer to the section on Bernalillo County since most of the economic activity in Bernalillo County is either in or near the City of Albuquerque. Government A mayor and nine councilors are elected.
Terms are four-years with staggered council terms.
Councilors are elected by districts. The mayor appoints a Chief Administrative Officer. City of Albuquerque operates a bus fleet There is also private taxi service. The City maintains an extensive network of parks, open space, and trails. In addition, the City maintains a zoo, aquarium, botanical gardens, and museums.