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 Volume 4 | Feb. 25, 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 10 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
Bernalillo County has met the criteria to advance to "Yellow Level" in the Red to Green Framework.
Below is a list of what this means for the community.
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- Essential businesses (non-retail): No capacity restrictions but operations must be limited to only those absolutely necessary to carry out essential functions
- Essential retail spaces: 33% of maximum capacity
- Food and drink establishments: 25% of maximum capacity for indoor dining; 75% of maximum capacity for outdoors dining; any establishment serving alcohol must close by 10 p.m. each night
- Close-contact businesses: 25% of maximum capacity or 20 customers at one time, whichever is smaller
- Outdoor recreational facilities: 25% of maximum capacity (unless required to have less capacity under the state’s COVID-Safe Practices)
- Close-contact recreational facilities: Remain closed
- All other businesses: 25% of maximum capacity or 125 customers at one time, whichever is smaller
- Houses of worship: May hold religious services, indoors or outdoors, or provide services through audiovisual means, but may not exceed 33% of the maximum capacity of any enclosed space on the premises
- Places of lodging: 60% of maximum occupancy for those that have completed NM Safe Certified training; 25% of maximum occupancy for all others; five guests maximum for vacation rentals
- Mass gatherings limit: 10 persons, 80 vehicles
To learn more about the Red to Green Framework visit https://cv.nmhealth.org/public-health-orders-and-executive-orders/red-to-green/
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/.
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.
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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Bernalillo County Commission Vice Chair Steven Michael Quezada, Mayor Tim Keller, and Albuquerque City Councilor Klarissa Peña will be speaking about the Illegal Dumping Partnership and plans for educating the public about the serious problem of illegal dumping to find ways to make this initiative move forward.
The news conference will be held on Thursday, Feb. 25, 11:30 a.m. at 1879 University Blvd SE, 87106, between Avenida Cesar Chavez and Gibson. Read more...
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The Court of Wills, Estate and Probate will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 25. It will re-open on Friday, Feb. 26, but it will remain closed to the public for in-person visits due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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Bernalillo County Assessor Tanya R. Giddings would like to remind all property owners that the Notice of Reporting Requirements were shared once a week during the first three weeks of January in the Albuquerque Journal’s legal section, and the requirements apply towards the values currently being prepared by the Office of Assessor for the 2021 Notices of Values that property owners will receive come April and May. This notice outlines the certain provisions concerning reporting property to the Office of the Assessor for valuation and the claiming of available personal and organizational exemptions, and special methods of valuation. The goal of the Office of the Assessor is to ensure all property owners in the county are aware of the statutes and provisions of each section, especially reporting deadlines. Below is a brief summary of the provisions of each section. Read More.... |
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 Public Art Program Announces Finalists for
Tiny Home Village Project
The Bernalillo County Arts Board has approved the recommendations of the selection committee of the top three proposals for a public art project at the Tiny Home Village. The selection committee was made up of representatives from the Albuquerque Indian Center, Arts Board members, local community members, and other stakeholders.
The three finalists are:
- Helen Atkins
- Paula Castillo
- Jodie Herrera
The county has invited the three artists to submit detailed, site-specific proposals for the project and present their ideas to the public. The presentations will take place virtually and will be announced soon. After the three artists present, the Arts Board will select a finalist to create the public art project.
Please see the Bernalillo County Public Art Program website for more details.
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 Watershed Management
Understanding Our Watershed
The Middle Rio Grande
A watershed is an area of land where all water that runs off from rain and snowmelt eventually drains to a common waterbody. In Bernalillo County, we live in the Middle Rio Grande Watershed. The health of a watershed impacts water quality, people, plants and animals. Our actions affect the Rio Grande.
Here are some things we can do to help protect our watershed:
- Pick up Pet Waste
- Conserve Water
- Only Stormwater should enter storm drains and arroyos
- Compost Yard Waste
- Recycle
- Plant Native trees and vegetation
- Properly dispose of Household Hazardous Waste
Read more from Bernalillo County Natural Resources
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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.
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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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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 Monday, March 1, 2021 - Arts Board at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - Zoning Meeting at 3 p.m.
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - Administrative Meeting at 5 p.m.
Thursday, March 11, 2021 - ABC Community School Partnership Board at 8:45 a.m.
Monday, March 15, 2021 - Addiction Treatment Advisory Board at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, March 17, 2021 - Detention Facility Management Oversight Advisory Board at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 - Administrative Meeting at 5 p.m.
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 - Budget Hearings at 9 a.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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March 4, 2021 at 9 a.m. - Living with Diabetes registration -- a four week series class - diet, exercise, and various management strategies will be discussed. Contact Dianne Christensen at the Bernalillo County Office 505-243-1386 or email diannec@nmsu.edu
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Recent BernCo News Releases
(Click each news release below to read in full)
BernCo to Sign Agreement with City of Albuquerque for Championship Soccer Complex at Mesa del Sol
Feb. 24, 2021 – Bernalillo County commissioners have directed the county manager to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Albuquerque for the design and construction of a pro-practice/championship soccer facility at Mesa del Sol, just south of the Isleta Amphitheater. Additionally, the city will have managerial duties at the complex.
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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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