Santa Fe County
Recent News About Santa Fe County
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The Friends of Rio en Medio will host a stakeholder meeting to engage the community in discussions about the future of the Rio en Medio Trail and other management issues in the Rio en Medio area. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Rio en Medio Community Center (1 El Alto Chupadero, NM 87506).
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The Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management has announced the release of its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, now available for public review and comment. This plan outlines strategies and actions aimed at reducing long-term risks to life and property from natural and human-made disasters. The County invites residents, business owners, and stakeholders to participate in the public comment period to ensure the plan reflects the community's needs and priorities.
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The Office of Emergency Management in Santa Fe, NM, is seeking representatives from various sectors to join the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). The committee's mandate includes developing an emergency response plan, specifically a Hazardous Materials Emergency Plan, to address hazardous chemicals within the community.
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A contractor for the Santa Fe County Public Works Department is set to begin roadwork on four county roads this summer: CR-45 Bonanza Creek Rd., Fin Del Sendero, Camino De Jacobo, and Camino Lisa. These projects span all five Commission Districts.
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Santa Fe, NM - On March 12, 2024, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved Resolution No. 2024-035, authorizing the free disposal of green waste for county residents with a valid solid waste permit at the Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers on Friday, August 2 (8:00 am-5:00 pm) and Saturday, August 3 (8:00 am-5:00 pm), 2024.
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Collaborative Glorieta Camps Prescribed Fire Planned for Fall 2024
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Beginning July 15, 2024, the Abedon Lopez/Santa Cruz Senior Center in Santa Fe, NM, will temporarily close for demolition and the construction of a new building. This redevelopment project is part of Santa Fe County’s initiative to provide enhanced facilities and services for seniors. The project is expected to be completed by fall 2025.
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On July 26, 2024, the Santa Fe County Senior Services Division will temporarily modify the lunch schedule for several senior centers to accommodate a special event for staff. The Bennie J. Chavez, Edgewood, El Rancho, Eldorado, and Rufina lunch sites will serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and the centers will close promptly at 1:00 p.m.
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The Regional Emergency Communications Center (RECC) has announced the grand opening of its new facility in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for July 29, 2024, at 10:00 am at 23 Camino Justicia.
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Santa Fe, NM—Santa Fe County has announced the appointment of Anne Ryan as the new Community Services Director, succeeding Rachel O’Connor, who retired after thirteen years in the role. Ryan, who joined the County as Deputy Director this spring, brings nearly thirty years of experience in public health and social services.
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The Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management has announced the kick-off meeting for the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC). The event is scheduled for Friday, August 2, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Nancy Rodriguez Community Center, located at 1 Prairie Dog Loop, Santa Fe, NM.
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Santa Fe County invites all residents to participate in the upcoming Santa Fe County Fair, scheduled from July 31st to August 3rd at the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds, located at 3229 Rodeo Road. The event is open to all county residents.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) Los Alamos Field Office has announced an upcoming Town Hall event. The event, hosted by the DOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and EM, is scheduled for Monday, July 22, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM MT at the Hilton Buffalo Thunder Resort in Santa Fe, NM.
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Santa Fe, NM - On March 12, 2024, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved Resolution No. 2024-035, authorizing the free disposal of green waste for county residents with a valid solid waste permit at the Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers on Friday, July 5 (8:00 am-5:00 pm) and Saturday, July 6 (8:00 am-5:00 pm), 2024.
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Santa Fe County has extended the application deadline for service on its Behavioral Health Leadership Council to July 9. The Council will function as an advisory body, providing recommendations to the Community Services Department and the broader community to develop a comprehensive system of behavioral health services tailored to the needs of Santa Fe County residents.
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Effective July 1, 2024, the Santa Fe County Public Works Department will implement a 3.3% increase in utility water and wastewater service rates through Fiscal Year 2026. This adjustment, in line with Ordinance No. 2018-3 & 2018-4 approved by the Board of County Commissioners (Board) on June 12, 2018, will be posted on the Santa Fe County website.
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Santa Fe County administrative offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of Independence Day. The closure will affect all Senior Centers, with extra home-delivered meals provided to eligible seniors before the holiday. Additionally, all Solid Waste Convenience Centers will be closed. Essential services provided by Public Safety will continue without interruption. Regular business hours for administrative offices will resume on Friday, July 5, 2024.
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The New Mexico Association of Counties Clerk's Affiliate has announced its new bipartisan leadership slate for the upcoming term. This group represents a balance of party affiliations and perspectives from both urban and rural areas, aimed at ensuring the continued success and integrity of the Clerk's Affiliate.
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Santa Fe, NM - On Friday, June 28, 2024, at 9:00 AM, the contractor for Santa Fe County Public Works Department (SFCPWD) will open Dinosaur Trail at Churchill Road to the Richards roundabout. This work has been completed two weeks ahead of schedule and marks the end of the detours required for the Northeast and Southeast Connectors Roads Project.
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The Santa Fe Regional Emergency Communications Center (SFRECC) is currently addressing an issue with incoming call audio on its non-emergency phone lines that appears to be affecting T-Mobile customers. The phone service provider, Lumen, has been investigating this issue since May 21, 2024.