County Of Bernalillo (nm)
Recent News About County Of Bernalillo (nm)
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Bernalillo County offers property tax exemption help for veterans
Bernalillo County is offering assistance to veterans in claiming property tax exemptions.
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Inmate dies at Metropolitan Detention Center; investigation underway
An inmate at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Bernalillo County passed away on Monday, November 18.
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Bridge Boulevard reconstruction prompts new traffic pattern in Albuquerque
Bernalillo County has announced a new traffic pattern at the intersection of Bridge Boulevard and Isleta Boulevard.
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BernCo implements provider-referral system for Tiny Home Village admissions
Effective immediately, Bernalillo County's Tiny Home Village in Albuquerque will process new applications through referrals from community providers.
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Bernalillo County approves $1.2 million for new supportive housing initiatives
Bernalillo County Commissioners have taken significant steps to address housing availability by approving two projects totaling $1.2 million.
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Cindy Chavez assumes role as Bernalillo County Manager
Cindy Chavez is set to begin her role as the new Bernalillo County Manager on November 13.
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Westside Community Center offers relief for South Valley residents amid power outages
South Valley residents dealing with power outages are encouraged to visit the Westside Community Center for warmth and refreshments.
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Bernalillo County unveils tallest mural in New Mexico at Alvarado Square
Bernalillo County celebrated the completion of "Windforms," a public art mural at its Alvarado Square headquarters.
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BernCo opens warming center for South Valley residents facing power outages
Bernalillo County has taken steps to support residents affected by power outages as temperatures are expected to decrease.
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Bernalillo County prepares roads for upcoming inclement weather
Bernalillo County is preparing for inclement weather by deploying its road maintenance crews to ensure the safety of the roads.
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BernCo Housing Unveils $1 Million Renovation of Low-Income Units
Bernalillo County – This morning, Bernalillo County’s housing office cut the ribbon for their newly-remodeled housing units at their El Centro Familiar housing complexes in the South Valley. The updating of the housing units was made possible by a $1 million grant from the state’s Community Development Block Grant Program.In total, 75 units were upgraded to provide safety and quality-of-life upgrades. 21 of the units located on 2204 Centro Familiar were equipped with new sliding glass doors, exhaust fans, gutters, and thermostats. 54 units located on 2210 Centro Familiar...
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Paradise Hills Community Center Hosts Public Meeting on Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
Bernalillo County – BernCo’s Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Department is seeking public input on proposed updates to the department’s facilities master plan for the Paradise Hills Neighborhood Community Area. This is the seventh community meeting held so far and will take place at the Paradise Hills Community Center. Residents are encouraged to attend the meeting and provide their feedback on the future plans for parks, recreation, and open spaces in the Paradise Hills area. The department is eager to hear from the community to ensure that their needs and preferences...
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Treasurer Reminds Taxpayers of the 2024 Options: Monthly Payment Plan and the Auto Pay
Bernalillo County Treasurer Nancy Bearce is reminding property owners of the upcoming opportunities for the 2024 tax season. The Monthly Payment Program (MPP) sign-up for taxpayers will commence on March 1 and will run through August 31, 2024. Bearce emphasizes that automatic payments, also known as auto pay, are available for all property tax payments."With the Monthly Payment Program, taxpayers have the option to pay their property taxes in 10 monthly installments, starting June 1, 2024, to March 1, 2025," Bearce explained. She highlighted the convenience and...
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BernCo Fire and Rescue Achieves International Accredited Status
Bernalillo County – BernCo Fire and Rescue (BCFR) has received internationally Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). It is one of more than 300 agencies to achieve this status with the CFAI and the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE), Inc."The department’s approval yesterday by the CPSE accreditation commission at the 2024 CPSE Excellence Conference in Florida culminates four years of hard work to earn this standing."
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BernCo Hosts Public Meeting to Discuss Fourth Street Road Diet Reconstruction Project
Bernalillo County staff will host a public meeting to discuss a road diet reconstruction project along Fourth Street on Feb. 27 at the Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center, 9800 Fourth St. NW. This meeting aims to gather input and feedback from the community regarding the project.Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend the meeting and share their thoughts on the proposed road diet reconstruction project. The County staff will be present to provide information and address any questions or concerns that the attendees may have.The reconstruction project on...
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Bernalillo County Commissioner Calls for Public Involvement in Selection of New County Manager
Bernalillo County – Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada extends his deepest appreciation to County Manager Julie Morgas Baca for her outstanding dedication and service to the community over the past nine years."As Bernalillo County manager, Julie Morgas Baca has played an instrumental role in guiding our county through various challenges and successes, leaving an indelible mark on our collective progress," says Commissioner Quezada.Commissioner Quezada recognizes the need for a seamless transition to ensure the continued prosperity and effectiveness of Bernalillo...
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BERNALILLO COUNTY MANAGER JULIE MORGAS BACA ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
Bernalillo County Manager Julie Morgas Baca has announced her retirement to the county commission. Ms. Baca, who assumed the role in 2015, has decided to step down from her position. The news of her retirement was met with appreciation and recognition from her colleagues."I would like to thank Julie for all her hard work and know that we will continue to carry out many of the initiatives she started," expressed Commission Chair Barbara Baca, acknowledging Julie's dedication and contributions to the county. Barbara Baca also emphasized the importance of collaboration on...
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Bernalillo County Public Safety Division Provides Improvement Plan for Youth Services Center
Bernalillo County – In response to an incident on December 25, 2023, at the Youth Services Center (YSC), in coordination with the county manager and at the request of the commission, the Public Safety Division has developed an Improvement Plan to increase safety for residents and staff at YSC. The plan includes both immediate steps and upcoming measures to address safety concerns."In response to an incident on December 25, 2023, at the Youth Services Center (YSC), in coordination with the county manager and at the request of the commission, the Public Safety Division has...
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Women outnumbered men in Bernalillo County in 2021
Of the 674,919 people living in Bernalillo County, New Mexico in 2021, 50.8% (342,624) were women and 49.2% (332,295) were men, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by ABQ Times.
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Guest at the East Mountain Veterans Outreach
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office recruiting division was a featured guest at the East Mountain Veterans Outreach!