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 Volume 4 | July 8, 2021
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Bernalillo County has rescinded its coronavirus (COVID-19) closure instruction and reopened most facilities at full capacity.
However, many county offices will remain closed or have limited face-to-face interactions due to the county’s impending move to its new headquarters at Alvarado Square. Many offices will be relocated over the next month and will not reopen fully until the county’s official opening day at Alvarado Square, Monday, Aug. 16.
During the county transition period into Alvarado Square, anyone needing to conduct business in person, should contact that office directly before visiting. Business hours may vary depending upon the department.
The Bernalillo County Health and Public Safety Division would like all residents to note that this reopening should not be viewed as an end to the pandemic and that coronavirus (COVID-19) no longer exists.
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Notable exceptions to the reopening are as follows:
- Assessor’s Office –Main office closed to the public
Walk-up window Service: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Located on north side of Assessor’s building
Available by phone
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: 505-222-3700
Email: assessor@bernco.gov
Online Services – www.bernco.gov/assessor
- Clerk’s Office – Closed to public access
Contact: 505-468-1290 or email: clerk@bernco.gov
Bureau of Elections – 505-243-VOTE or email: clerk@bernco.gov
Register to vote or update registration at BerncoVotes.org
Marriage Licenses – By appointment only – 505-468-1290
Recording & Filing department- Call 505-468-1290
- Treasurer’s Office – Office is closed
Payment window in the basement of Government Center is open M-F, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Contact the Treasurer’s Office by phone at 505-468-7031 M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Email: treasurers@bernco.gov
Tax payments may be made online at: https://www.bernco.gov/treasurer;
By mail to: PO Box 27800 Albuquerque, NM 87125;
Via Bernalillo County drop boxes located at: Fifth and Marquette NW, Village of Tijeras Offices, Paradise Hills Community Center, Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center, and Westside Community Center
Bernalillo County encourages non-vaccinated residents to follow CDC guidelines for mask-wearing. Vaccinated individuals are asked to continue social distancing, frequent and appropriate hygiene practices and voluntary mask-wearing.
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 Bernalillo County, the City of Albuquerque, the National Park Service and UNM have partnered to provide a conceptual plan that outlines a vision for the development of the National Historic Trail within Bernalillo County.
A series of public meetings have been planned to gather ideas for preservation and public use of El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail. Discussions will include projects that will contribute towards tourism, recreation, economic development, and cultural preservation.
Public meetings will be held at the following times and locations.
- Downtown Growers Market – Saturday, July 10 from 8 a.m. – noon.
Eighth and Central Downtown
- Central Meeting – Open House – Thursday, July 15 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
La Esquinita, 507 4th St SW
- South Valley Meeting – Open House – Wednesday, July 21 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Gutiérrez-Hubbell House, 6029 Isleta Blvd SW
- North Valley Meeting – Open House – Tuesday, July 27 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Bachechi Open Space, 9521 Rio Grande Blvd NW
All the information above, including a short survey to let project leaders know what the public thinks about the project, can be found at www.camino-bernco.com.
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 4 Steps To Stop Illegal Dumping
Step 1 : Call
Bernalillo County Planning & Development Services Department
(505) 314-0350
City of Albuquerque
311
State of New Mexico
(866) 428-6535
Step 2 : Locate
Have information regarding the address where the trash is or where dumping is occurring.
Step 3 : Assess
Assess what type of trash or substance is on the property.
Step 4 : Assist
Prepare to give your name and phone number in case property cannot be located.
Learn more at https://www.ihavetrash.com
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The Bernalillo County Arts Board solicits proposals for a permanent site-specific mosaic art project for the newly renovated South Valley Pool and Splash Pad located at 3912 Isleta Boulevard SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105.
The call is open to New Mexico-based artists or artist teams until Aug. 20, 2021. The mosaic’s design must be culturally relevant, and the art reflect the landscapes, heritage and cultures of the South Valley.
From the submissions, three finalists will be chosen by a selection committee to prepare a more detailed design. The Arts Board will select the finalist for the project after considering the second designs submitted.
The budget for the mosaic is $35,000. The winning artist or team must create the concept and design of the mosaic, engage in community outreach and install the artwork itself.
This recently renovated South Valley Pool and Splash Pad is home to one of New Mexico’s largest spray parks. The facility’s features include an outdoor pool, a new bathhouse, water slides, interactive sprays and water cannons.
The attached images show the two locations at the facility where the mosaic will be installed.
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Bernalillo County and South Valley Mainstreet invite the public to the La Familia Growers Market, every Friday starting July 2 to Oct. 15, 2021, at Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, 100 Isleta Blvd. SW.
The growers’ market will feature South Valley farmers, food trucks, arts and crafts vendors, live music, children’s activities and Nuestra Herencia (Our Heritage) workshops. There will also be historic walking tours beginning in August.
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Upcoming La Familia Growers Market highlights include:
- July 2 – NM LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizens) will be distributing free PPE (personal protective equipment) supplies
- July 9 – Kids Chess Pop-up in the Parks – Learners Chess
- July 30 – Fourth Annual Back-to-School Giveaway
For more information contact:
Bianca Encinias
Cell 505-400-3635
southvalleymainstreet@gmail.com
https://www.lafamiliagrowersmarket.com
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Join us at the fully reopened museum!
Welcome back to our grounds and museum
We're excited to welcome you back to drop-in visits to the museum, tours with our volunteer guides, community work days, and much more!
The Gutiérrez Hubbell House History & Cultural Center is now open Thursday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. with drop-in self-guided visits during open hours.
Read more...
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Wonder Woman 1984
Saturday, July 10
Westside Community Center
1250 Isleta Blvd. SW
Albuquerque, NM 87105
This year, Movies in the Park will require a reserved ticket. Each ticket reservation will allow for up to six persons in a group for each social circle. Reserve your tickets here.
Food vendors will be onsite.
Moviegoers may bring blankets, lawn chairs, and their own food and drinks. Absolutely no alcohol, glass, sharp or dangerous items, or video recording devices are allowed.
Designated social circles will be established for all attendees. Masks are not required but are encouraged.
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Residents must live outside city limits to qualify for county help
Bernalillo County is now accepting online applications for utility and rental assistance through the Bernalillo County Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants (RENT) assistance program. Paper applications are also being accepted.
The RENT program makes available $5 million to assist households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The funds are provided directly to states, U.S. territories, local governments, and Native American tribes.
The grant, made available to Bernalillo County by the United States Treasury, has been earmarked for qualifying renters outside the city limits of Albuquerque, but within the county. Applicants within the city must apply to the City of Albuquerque’s rental assistance program. Applicants can verify if they are located outside of the city of Albuquerque before applying by using the provided locator Map. Please click here for a short instructional video on how to use the map.
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 Friday, July 9, 2021 - Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, July 21, 2021 - Detention Facility Management Oversight Board at 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 29, 2021 - Audit Committee at 8:30 a.m.
Stay on top of public meetings click here to subscribe to the new BernCo Public Meetings bulletin.
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- Aquaponics – Thursdays July 8, 15, 22, 29 at 6 p.m. – registration opens in June
- Organic Farming – Mondays Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 at 6:30 p.m. – Registration opens in mid-June
- Food Preservation – various dates in July and August tentative depending on health orders and numbers – stay tuned
Bernalillo County is accepting appointments to test your pressure canner starting at 1 p.m. on June 23, and July 21. Please call the office to set up an appointment at 505-243-1386
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Recent BernCo News Releases
(Click each news release below to read in full)
County Commission Approves New Public Safety Training Academy
June 30, 2021 - Bernalillo County commissioners have approved the funding for the Bernalillo County Public Safety Training Academy to be designed, built, leased, and managed by FireEd, LLC.
County Commission Approves Two LEDA Grants
June 30, 2021 - Bernalillo County commissioners voted to accept two state Local Economic Development Act grants for use by two county businesses.
County Commission Gives Pilot Travel Center Tax Break
June 30, 2021 – Bernalillo County commissioners approved a Gross Receipts Investment Policy (GRIP) ordinance exception for Pilot Travel Centers.
Expanding Mobile Crisis Teams with Fire and Rescue
June 28, 2021 - The Bernalillo County Department of Behavioral Health Services announced the launch of Fire Mobile Crisis Teams (FMCT). The program is a joint collaboration with the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County Fire Department, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Department, and Albuquerque Police Department. The Fire Mobile Crisis Teams is the newest Behavioral Health Initiative (BHI) program. The program will fill a gap in the continuum of care by ensuring that individuals experiencing a crisis, who do not need law enforcement, receive rapid supports to address immediate behavioral health needs, have improved individual outcomes, and are connected to the most appropriate level of care.
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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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