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Volume 4 | Feb. 3, 2021
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- Foremost, please stay home if you are sick. Period.
- Masks are mandatory in public, non-compliance can result in a $100 fine
- For updated travel restrictions click here.
- Practice social distancing -- be aware of your surroundings and others near you
Adhere to the six-foot rule and stay at home except as needed for grocery shopping, medical assistance and exercise
- Limit group contact to five or fewer people
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
To schedule a COVID-19 test or register for the COVID-19 vaccination go to: https://cvtestreg.nmhealth.org/.
All individuals 75 years of age and older, individuals 16 or older with underlying medical conditions that place them at greater risk from COVID-19, frontline essential workers who cannot work remotely, and vulnerable populations.
New Mexicans may now order free, at-home, self-administered COVID-19 saliva tests, with accurate laboratory-confirmed results returned within 24-48 hours of receipt of the sample.
The free tests are available to New Mexico residents regardless of exposure risk– whether they are symptomatic or asymptomatic, and whether they have come into close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 positive individual or not.
Any New Mexican with access to online video-conferencing through Zoom can receive a test at home, self-administer the test with a virtual testing supervisor through a secure Zoom, and mail the sample back for laboratory processing, all free of charge.
The breakthrough in testing convenience for New Mexicans is a result of a public-private partnership between the state and Vault Health.
To order a test, and for more information, visit learn.vaulthealth.com/nm/.
Do you know the difference between self-isolation and self-quarantine?
The answer to this question and many more are in the Policies for the Prevention and Control of COVID-19. Click here to learn more.
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Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada and ABQ Sanitation team up
Bernalillo County commissioner Steven Michael Quezada is teaming up with ABQ Sanitation to offer first responders sanitation of their personal vehicles against coronavirus (COVID-19).
The misting process offered by ABQ Sanitation takes less than five minutes from treatment to completion and kills the COVID-19 virus as well as other health-risk contaminants.
Any first responders, such as sheriff’s deputies, firefighters, ambulance attendants, city police officers, or other front-line worker, can have their car or truck sanitized, for free.
South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center 2008 Larrazolo Rd, SW Friday, Feb. 5 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
All those wanting vehicle sanitation will be asked to show their badge or identification.
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Are you paying your Bernalillo County property taxes on a monthly pre-payment plan?
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Here’s what you need to know:
- The 2020 monthly payment program ends in March.
- In early May, we’ll send you all the information for the new 2021 pre-payments such as the yearly agreement to sign and return to us and the payment coupons. It’s that easy and there is no service fee for this program!
- We will estimate the 2021 taxes and break them into 10 monthly payments. The first 9 payments will equal 10 percent of the total tax estimate and the final payment will be the remaining balance.
The Treasurer’s Office continues to work diligently for Bernalillo County residents. To speak to a customer service representative, call 505-468-7031. More information about your property tax bill can be found at www.bernco.gov/treasurer/ or email the Treasurer’s Office at treasurers@bernco.gov. Contact the Bernalillo County Treasurer’s Office:
Phone: (505) 468-7031 Email: treasurers@bernco.gov Website: www.bernco.gov/treasurer/ Investment Results: www.bernco.gov/treasurer/investment-reports.aspx Social media: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Where your tax dollars go: https://www.bernco.gov/treasurer/where-your-tax-dollars-go.aspx
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Building Open to Public in June
The Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square renovation project and the new commission chambers are expected to be completed this Spring, no later than April 9.
The main 8-story building was originally scheduled to be completed by the end of February 2021and the new County Commission chambers by April 2021. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic impacted manufacturing, labor and material, causing unavoidable delays in finishing the project.
The county’s new headquarters is expected to open in June and will offer an improved customer service experience for the members of the public doing business with Bernalillo County.
Some of the new services will include:
- The Bernalillo County Treasurer’s Office will be located on the first floor.
- A customer service desk will be located near the entry and will provide services including live person check-in, directions, and general information services.
- Computerized kiosk check-in.
- Arranged item pick-up services (forms, documents, etc.) to ease traffic within the building and provide customers a quick ‘in & out’ experience.
- A secondary customer service desk on the second floor to handle specialized needs.
Just over 800 employees are expected to move to Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square, which will be just shy of 300,000 square feet with the new 12,000 - square foot commission chambers addition.
The total cost of the project is $67.3 million, which includes $55.5 million for HB Construction to renovate the main building and build new County Commission chambers – a meeting space that will also be accessible for general public use.
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The first of its kind for county parks
Bernalillo County is now the proud owner of a zip line being installed at the Valle del Bosque Park playground in the South Valley, represented by commissioner Steven Michael Quezada.
The zip line, made by ZipKrooz, is the first of its kind at a county playground.
The zip line is currently being installed at Valle del Bosque park and other zip lines are planned for additional county playgrounds.
The zip line purchase and installation is valued at $30,000.
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Testing and vaccine registration available
Bernalillo County has scheduled two days of coronavirus (COVID-19) testing in the South Valley of the county at Las Estancias Shopping Center, in the movie theater parking near Coors and Rio Bravo Boulevards.
Testing dates and times are as follows:
- Tuesday, Feb 2, 2021 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
This is a public test site and anyone can get tested. Preference will be given to people exhibiting coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms; however, asymptomatic people can be tested as well. Asymptomatic means that a person is experiencing no symptoms or evidence of illness or abnormality.
When using this location, please do not block access to businesses in the area.
Residents needing to schedule a COVID-19 test should go to: https://cvtestreg.nmhealth.org/. Registration for the COVID-19 vaccine is available at: https://cvvaccine.nmhealth.org
Click here for additional testing locations throughout Bernalillo County.
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The firefighters from Station 36 wanted to do a special station tour for the students of Ms. Wendt's third-fifth grade class at the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy.
Join BCFD's Engineer Arguelles and sign language interpreter Gabby Cravens for a fun guided tour throughout the entire station.
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Voucher program to benefit families experiencing homelessness due to COVID-19
Bernalillo County is establishing a special account in the Bernalillo County quality of life fund which will allow residents to contribute to a program that offers families with school age children experiencing homelessness as a result of COVID-19 an opportunity to receive a temporary hotel housing voucher. Read more....
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Is there snow in the forecast?
Stay informed about winter road conditions at
Bernalillo County is diverse in its beauty - and it's also diverse in its weather conditions.
What could be a beautiful day in the South Valley could be a snow-packed day in the East Mountains or other areas.
During business hours and after hours, the regular main number (505) 848-1503 is the most direct access to the maintenance district supervisors. Call this phone number when you want to report a road that requires maintenance. As always, please call 911 when it is an emergency.
There are four separate maintenance districts, North Valley, South Valley, North Mountain and South Mountain Districts. In the mountain districts, the dividing line is Old 66 (NM 333), not Interstate 40.
For information on roads statewide, including interstates and major roads, the State of New Mexico's Department of Transportation has several ways to access information. The Road Advisory Hotline is available 24/7 by calling 511. You can also visit http://nmroads.com for an interactive map of road conditions and to sign up for email/text alerts, or download the mobile app at http://m.nmroads.com
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NEW!! BernCo Bulletin for Upcoming Public Meetings
Monday, Feb. 1, 2021 - Arts Board Meeting at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 - Zoning Meeting at 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021 - Administrative Meeting at 5 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 - ABC Community School Partnership Meeting at 8:45 a.m.
Friday, Feb. 12, 2021 - Sheriff's Office Advisory Board Meeting at 11 a.m.
Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 - Addiction Treatment Advisory Board Meeting at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb, 17, 2021 - Detention Facility Management Oversight at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 - Board of Finance Meeting at 4 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2021 - Administrative Meeting at 5 p.m.
Stay on top of public meetings click here to subscribe to the new BernCo Public Meetings bulletin.
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Virtual Kitchen Creations via ZOOM – Two sessions offered
Learn how to eat healthy delicious foods and manage diabetes in this educational and informative series. Taught by a registered dietitian and a wellness educator, you will enjoy practical tips, receive delicious recipes, and be prepared to manage your wellness journey long term. To register, click the link for the session you would like to attend below, complete the registration, and a unique ZOOM link specific to you that will be used for each session will be emailed to you.
Session 1: Wednesdays, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 10 a.m. - noon
https://nmsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwocOuqrTgiHNHnfA-ULfQOzsu6-_c1Vyza
Session 2: Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 10 a.m. - noon
https://nmsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArdOigrT4pHNemsortDiBj4QIml_DlNmZN
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The Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension is pleased to announce the following webinars for February and March
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Bernalillo County and Keshet Dance have teamed up to offer online group dance classes for Bernalillo County seniors.
Beginning Jan. 19 thru May 8, 2021.
Classes are one hour in length and held via Zoom. Interested persons can view the class schedule and register HERE.
Use Promo Code: BERNCO21 when registering.
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(click each news release below to read in full)
BernCo Open Space Presents Late Winter/Early Spring Zoom Classes Feb. 2, 2021 – Bernalillo County Open Space is excited to present five special events in February and March for residents interested in gardening, sustainable landscaping, photography and more.
Commission Chair Charlene Pyskoty Announces East Mountain Broadband FAQ and Email Service
Jan. 28, 2021 - Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty today announced the launch of an online frequently asked question feature on Bernco.gov focused on challenges and opportunities for expanded broadband internet services in the East Mountains within Bernalillo County. Broadband speed and reliability have long been a concern for area residents, but the issue has become urgent with the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency as households use multiple devices to perform work and attend school online.
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- Bernalillo County Treasurer's Office: (505) 468-7031
- Metropolitan Detention Center (general inmate info): (505) 839-8700
- Roads and traffic: (505) 848-1504 or (505) 848-1503
- Animal Care Services: (505) 468-PETS
- Property Maintenance (report a park or facility that needs cleanup): (505) 224-2119
- Schedule a large item pick-up: (505) 892-1200
- Department of Behavioral Health Services customer service: (505) 468-1555
- Court of Wills, Estates and Probate (general info): (505) 468-1232
- Schedule an appointment: call (505) 468-1229 or email, probate@bernco.gov
- Unclaimed & Indigent Cremation Program: (505) 468-7295
- Accounts Payable general inquiries: (505) 468-7020
- All other calls: (505) 468-7777 or email, contactcenter@bernco.gov
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