Vincent Martinez Interview with José L. Martinez,, April 17, 1998.
Item — Folder: 1, CD: 1
Scope and Contents
At the time of the interview, José L. Martinez was Director of Clinical Law Programs and Law Professor at the University of New Mexico. He represented the South Martineztown area during the 1970s urban renewal project, his major role being to educate himself and others about the legal aspects of urban renewal and oversee the City's compliance with Federal standards. The interview consists largely of José L. Martinez discussing the legal issues as well as the processes and outcomes of community involvement, organization, and activism. He also describes the growth of community based coalitions in Albuquerque forming around Martineztown type issues. Forced relocation of tight-knit Hispanic communities was a citywide issue, not just a Martineztown problem. Activism, political participation, and protest culminated in a march to City Hall to "save Martineztown." J. Martinez describes this event as a turning point in the attitudes of officials who were forced to hear the voices of the community. He discusses the participation of the elderly, children, families, the Catholic Church, Brown Berets, and various other civic groups. Following the march, the process became much more cooperative and collaborative. With the City and citizens working together, redevelopment and urban renewal in Martineztown was successful.
Dates
- April 17, 1998.
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 folder (2 CDs)
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451