Bernalillo County

Early childhood centers that offer instruction as a primary component of their services may now qualify for an educational property tax exemption. @BerncoAssessor is telling about 80 early childhood ed facilities they may qualify for this exemption: tinyurl.com/272x58en

This is amid allegations that Chávez, , a civil rights leader and activist, sexually abused women and girls for years, including Huerta, his United Farm Workers co-founder. tinyurl.com/3e6sfdbp /2

Commissioner Frank Baca, who represents the greater part of the South Valley, supports the request for existing portions of Avenida César Chávez in his district to be renamed Avenida Dolores Huerta. /1

BernCo Public Art seeks NM artists to submit designs for our 2026 Sugar Skull Fun Run! The winning Dia De Los Muertos design will be featured on race-day shirts & the artist wins a $350 stipend. Originals only. No AI! See past winning designs & submit: tinyurl.com/mta7ezak

Have old tires around? 🛞 #BernCo's hosting a free tire drop-off event this weekend! 📍 Rio Bravo Skate Park, 3912 Isleta Blvd 📅 March 21, 8 A.M. – Noon (or until full) 🚗 Up to 9 passenger/truck tires per carload; no businesses Details: bernco.gov/scraptires #TireDisposal

Help our longest‑stay BernCo pups swap kennel walls for backyard adventures and cozy couch naps! 🌟🐾 Their adoption fees are FREE, so you can find the perfect match for your family. Not ready to adopt? Share this post and help them find their forever homes! 💕🏡 #AdoptDontShop

This week, we highlight contemporary abstract painter Kari Bell, whose work draws from personal experience, #NM landscapes, and history. See "Watching the Land" @ Paradise Hills Community Center! 📍 5901 Paradise Blvd. NW. Email publicartprogram@bernco.gov to get involved.

The livestream of our 2027 fiscal year budget hearing before the BernCo Board of Commissioners is about to start. Watch it live beginning at 9 a.m. on the BernCo You Tube channel here: @BernalilloCounty" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@BernalilloCou… on BernCo.gov, or tune into Channel 16 on GOV TV.

Watch a livestream of the 2027 fiscal year budget hearing before the BernCo Board of Commissioners starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 19. See it live on the BernCo You Tube channel here: @BernalilloCounty" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">youtube.com/@BernalilloCou… on BernCo.gov, or tune into Channel 16 on GOV TV.

@BCSONM and @ABQPOLICE officers recently attended street survival training to enhance their skills & safety awareness during traffic stops & other situations. The training was held in memory of BCSO Deputy James F. McGrane, who was killed in 2006. @KOB4 tinyurl.com/8k3ppsvv

@BCSONM & @ABQPOLICE officers recently attended street survival training to enhance their skills & safety awareness during traffic stops and other situations. The training was held in memory of BCSO Deputy James F. McGrane, who was killed in 2006. @KOB tinyurl.com/8k3ppsvv

We are so proud of the work done on #ABQ streets by our @BCSONM Behavioral Health Care unit! Thanks to the @ABQJournal, photog @BushChancey and journalist @G_Barkhurst for this gritty story: tinyurl.com/y2he9pjv

Traffic alert! Tomorrow, March 18, there will be traffic signal work @ Paseo Del Norte & Tramway from 9 a.m. to noon. During this time, traffic signals will be turned off & the intersection will be controlled w/traffic signs & operate as an all-way stop. tinyurl.com/yc885xu6

Parents! Looking for holiday fun? Bring the kids, their baskets and join us at one of our FREE egg hunts taking place across Bernalillo County. 🐇 🐇 🐇 . Find your nearby egg hunt and get full details at BernCo.Gov/Events 🐣

The Bernalillo County Court of Wills, Estate and Probate will be closed from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 19. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Traffic alert ‼️ Southbound Isleta is closed at Perry due to a crash. There are no reported injuries at this time.

@BernCo_Animal Joyous news! #batdog🤩

🎉 𝟗𝟕 adoptions already this month! 🐾 Huge thanks to our adopters, supporters, and volunteers for making these happy endings possible. Together we’re changing lives—one pet at a time. #AdoptionSuccess

#BernCo Risk Management was recognized at Wednesday’s Commission meeting for earning the 2025 #RiskAwareness Program Award from the NM County Insurance Authority. Their work over the past five years helped reduce law enforcement claims by 25%, keeping our community safer!✨

Curious about fostering but not sure if your home is a fit? 🏠✨ Whether you’re in an apartment or have a house full of pets, there’s a foster dog waiting for you! We provide all the supplies—you just provide the love. 🐾💛 Start your journey at 🔗 ow.ly/k1Oe50Y8rZj

This Spring, we’re learning how to share our backyard habitats with the creatures who call them home. 🌿🐦 Join us for guided talks & walks, kids’ activities, live music, plant giveaways, and free refreshments! 📅 March 21 | 📍 Gutiérrez-Hubbell House, 6029 Isleta Blvd SW