ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —

The race for Albuquerque City Council District 3 is separated by just a few votes.

Incumbent City Councilor Klarissa Pena leads challenger Teresa Garcia by less than 70 votes.

Following the tight race, Teresa Garcia has conceded in the race.

Per the Bernalillo County Clerk, the runoff election is conducted under Albuquerque City Charter and does not provide for automatic recounts.

The county clerk's office says if a candidate wishes for an automatic recount, the office will work with the candidate to determine the cost and the next steps.

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