 Joy on Display at Disability Pride Day Photo by Gabriela Campos, SFNM
Disability Pride Month Events
Disability Pride Month Flag Raising
and Proclamation Ceremony
Join us on Today, July 1, to kick off Disability Pride Month and commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with a ceremonial flag-raising and a reading of the official City proclamation. This event is free and open to the public.
Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Location: Santa Fe City Hall, Lincoln Avenue and Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501
For accessibility questions or general information, contact info@disabilitypride-nm.org or call 917-348-1049. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided.
Second Annual Disability Pride Parade and Festival
Be part of Santa Fe’s Second Annual Disability Pride Parade and family-friendly festival as we promote awareness, champion rights, and honor the contributions of individuals with disabilities, celebrating community, visibility, and pride. Individuals, families, and organizations are invited to march in honor of the ADA’s legacy and the strength of the disability pride movement. Community resource tabling and entertainment on the plaza. This event is free and open to the public.
Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. (march time 10:30)
Route: The parade starts at the Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi and proceeds to the Santa Fe Plaza, Santa Fe, NM 87501
To host a table during the resource fair, register here: Disability Pride Month Tabling Registration Form. For accessibility questions or general information, please contact info@disabilitypride-nm.org or call 917-348-1049. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided.
Third Annual Accessibility Awards
Celebrate the individuals and organizations promoting disability access and inclusion in New Mexico. The Accessibility Awards recognize leadership, innovation, and a commitment to equity. This event is free and open to the public; however, registration is required for attendance. Details on how to register will be available soon. Submit your nomination for the Santa Fe Accessibility Awards – 2025 Form.
Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
Time: 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Museum of International Folk Art, 706 Camino Lejo, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Registration to attend will open soon. For accessibility inquiries or general information, contact info@disabilitypride-nm.org or call 917-348-1049. Captioning and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided.
Green Waste and Solid Waste Days
Santa Fe, NM - In support of the Great American Cleanup and ongoing wildfire prevention efforts, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners has approved Resolution No. 2025-031, offering free tire recycling, solid waste, and green waste disposal opportunities throughout 2025. These efforts aim to promote community beautification and encourage residents to create defensible space around their homes.
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Toss No Mas – Free Solid Waste Disposal Day
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Eligibility: Valid County punch permit
Locations: All County Convenience Centers, including Eldorado, Jacona, La Cienega, Nambe, San Marcos, Stanley, and Tesuque.
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Free Green Waste Drop-Off Days
To help reduce wildfire risk, residents with valid Solid Waste permits can dispose of green waste for free at Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers on the following dates:
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What is Green Waste? Learn more about what qualifies for drop off here.
Before participating in free drop-off days, please review prohibited materials per Ordinance No. 2014-010 and comply with all County convenience center guidelines.
 Santa Fe County Seeks Members for New Independent Salary Commission
The application deadline is Friday, August 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
Santa Fe, NM – The Santa Fe County (County) Board of County Commissioners (Board) is reissuing its call for qualified individuals to serve on the newly established Independent Salary Commission (Commission), an advisory body responsible for evaluating and recommending salaries for county elected officials and commissioners. The Commission will conduct salary evaluations in odd-numbered years, with recommendations due December 1 of those years.
Serving on the Independent Salary Commission represents a unique opportunity to directly shape the future of public service in Santa Fe County. This is more than an administrative role; it is a critical civic responsibility central to effective local governance. By evaluating and recommending appropriate compensation for elected officials, Commission members will help ensure that Santa Fe County attracts and retains talented public servants. The Commission's work will support a transparent and objective process that balances fair compensation with fiscal responsibility, maintaining public trust through a rigorous, data-driven approach.
The Board established the Commission via Resolution No. 2025-54. The Commission will consist of seven members: five appointed by the Board and two selected by those five appointees. To be eligible, candidates must reside in Santa Fe County and meet one or more of the following qualifications:
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Community Representative: A member of a community organization, a former elected official, or a county commissioner
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Legal Professional: A current or retired attorney or judge
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Human Resources Expert: A human resources or employment consultant
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Executive Management: An individual with high-level executive management experience
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At-Large Member: An appointee serving in a general capacity
Interested residents should submit a letter of interest and resume detailing relevant expertise and qualifications to:
Santa Fe County Human Resources Department
Attn: Valerie Aghaei Park, Director
PO Box 276
Santa Fe, NM 87504-0276
Email: vpark@santafecountynm.gov
Phone: 505-995-6507
The application deadline is Friday, August 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
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