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Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square
415 Silver Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Free parking on the southwest corner of Fifth and Silver

Feb. 19, 2025

Watch: Thank You BernCo Legislators: Behavioral Health

A warm and heartfelt thank you to the legislators who are making changes to our community! Hope and a bright future are something we all cherish. By investing in behavioral health care, BernCo and state lawmakers are ensuring that everyone has a chance for joy today and a future filled with possibilities and promise.

Watch: BernCo Day at the New Mexico State Legislature, February 3rd, 2025

Feb. 3, 2025 was designated BernCo Day at the New Mexico State Legislature. Bernalillo County commissioners and senior management were recognized on both the House and Senate Floor and met privately with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. Take an inside look at the celebration!

Learn More About Proposed Changes to the State Fairgrounds

Bernalillo County Commissioner Adriann Barboa is hosting a community information session to discuss the proposed State Fair Tax Increment Development District (TIDD) and potential updates to the State Fairgrounds. Representatives from Bernalillo County and the State of New Mexico will be present to provide information, explain the process, and answer questions.

Wednesday, Feb. 26
5:30 – 7 p.m.
African American Performing Arts Center
310 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

This meeting will cover what a TIDD is, how it could impact the State Fairgrounds and the surrounding community, and how residents can get involved.

For more information, email District3@bernco.gov.

If you'd like to learn more about these pups or other animals available for adoption, please email ascoutreach@bernco.gov

Bernalillo County is updating its Water Conservation Plan, and we want your input. If you are a private well owner or a customer of a small water system other than the Water Authority, please join us to share your thoughts on the future of the county’s Water Conservation Program.

Time: 4 – 7 p.m. (Drop in anytime)
Spanish interpretation will be provided.

Can't attend? Your input still matters. Take our online survey at bernco.gov/waterconservation.

Help Shape the Future of South Coors Boulevard

Bernalillo County is hosting a public open house on Tuesday, Feb. 25, to present the first draft of the South Coors Boulevard Sector Development Plan. The plan proposes zoning changes to support mixed-use development, enhance economic opportunities, and improve safety along the corridor.

Community members can review the draft, ask questions, and provide feedback before the plan moves toward potential adoption in late spring or early summer.

Tuesday, Feb. 25
4 – 7 p.m. (Presentations at 4:30 and 6 p.m.)
South Valley Multipurpose Center
2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW, Albuquerque

For more information or to provide feedback, visit berncocoorsblvdsp.mysocialpinpoint.com or email Berncocoorsblvdsp@dekkerdesign.org.

(Click flyers for more info)

Feb. 20 - Local Government Coordinating Commission regular meeting at 5 p.m.
Feb. 20 - Behavioral Health Advisory Board regular meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 21 - Sheriff's Office Advisory Board regular meeting at 1 p.m.
Feb. 25 - Board of County Commissioners finance board meeting 4 p.m.
Feb. 25 - Board of County Commissioners administrative meeting at 5 p.m.
Feb. 26 - Board of County Commissioners economic development policy and procedures work session at 2:30 p.m.
Feb. 27 - County Development Review Authority regular meeting at 9 a.m.

To access the Bernalillo County meeting portal, click here.

Stay informed about road conditions at
www.bernco.gov/winterroads

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.

For statewide road conditions visit http://nmroads.com. You can also sign up for email/text alerts and download the mobile app at https://m.nmroads.com. Call 511 for information by phone.

Thank you for reading BernCo at a Glance

• 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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