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HAHarvey Walden
4 hours ago

County issues evacuation orders for Rincon, Salem and Garfield

Dona Ana County has issued evacuation orders for the communities of Rincon, Salem, and Garfield. Residents in these areas are advised to leave their homes immediately. Further details regarding the cause of the evacuation were not immediately available.

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HAHarvey Walden
4 hours ago

Doña Ana County: A Spectrum of Essential Services for Residents

Doña Ana County provides essential services designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. From public safety initiatives spearheaded by the Sheriff's Department to the maintenance of our roads and parks, we are dedicated to fostering a thriving and well-supported environment for all citizens. Explore our services to learn more about how we can assist you.

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HAHarvey Walden
4 hours ago

Understanding Doña Ana County Governance: About the Board of County Commissioners

The Doña Ana County Board of County Commissioners is the governing body responsible for the administration and development of Doña Ana County. We are committed to serving the public with integrity and transparency, offering a wide range of services to enhance the quality of life for all residents. This page serves as a gateway to understanding our functions and the services we provide.

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HAHarvey Walden
5 hours ago

Contact Human Resources for Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office Job Inquiries

For any specific inquiries or further details regarding employment opportunities, including job descriptions, qualifications, and the application timeline, please direct your questions to the Human Resources department of the Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office. They are the primary point of contact for all recruitment-related matters.

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HAHarvey Walden
5 hours ago

County issues evacuation orders for Placitas

County issues evacuation orders for Placitas

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HAHarvey Walden
5 hours ago

Dona Ana County Sheriff's Office Seeks New Recruits

The Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office is looking for dedicated and qualified individuals to join our team. We are committed to serving the citizens of Dona Ana County with professionalism and integrity. We are always looking for the best and brightest to serve as Deputies, Detention Officers, and civilian staff. If you are looking for a career in law enforcement and want to make a difference in your community, please consider applying. Employment Application Link: [https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/donaana](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/donaana) For more information about specific openings, requirements, and the application process, please visit our careers page or contact the Human Resources department.

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HAHarvey Walden
5 hours ago

World TB Day

World TB Day About World TB Day is March 24. Help raise awareness about the impact of TB. Learn More Dec. 2, 2024 Featured Communication Resources Use these World TB Day materials to support TB awareness, testing, and treatment efforts. Dec. 2, 2024 U.S. TB Elimination Champions CDC honors those making significant contributions to ending tuberculosis in the United States. Dec. 20, 2024 History CDC describes milestones highlighting how far we have come and how far we must go towards ending TB. Dec. 5, 2024 Back to Top World TB Day World TB Day is observed on March 24, the date in 1882 when Dr. Robert Koch announced his discovery of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacillus that causes TB. View All About U.S. TB Elimination Champions History Communication Resources Sign up for Email Updates

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HAHarvey Walden
7 hours ago

Roadrunner Food Bank

Home - Roadrunner Food Bank Press Alt+1 for screen-reader mode, Alt+0 to cancelAccessibility Screen-Reader Guide, Feedback, and Issue Reporting | New window × Promotional Lightbox This lightbox contains promotional content and interactive buttons. Skip to content HomeFANO Admin2026-09-22T10:35:07-06:00 Click Here To Learn How You Can Take Action Donate Meat Today We All Need Help Sometimes Use our Food Finder to locate food distribution sites near you. Find Food location_on You might qualify... You might’ve heard there are some big changes coming to SNAP (EBT). Learn More Find our food partners in your community. Roadrunner® Food Bank of New Mexico supplies food to hundreds of organizations throughout New Mexico. If you need food assistance, the food bank will connect you with a partner near you. FIND HELP Map the Meal Gap shows 1 in 4 children and 1 in 6 New Mexicans are at risk of hunger. We believe everyone should have enough to eat. You can help. Give Funds Every $1 gift could allow us to distribute up to 5 meals. Thanks to financial contributions made by private individuals, corporations and foundations we can source, acquire and distribute millions of pounds of food annually. Make a gift today to help solve hunger! Learn More Give Time Gifts of time are important in solving hunger in our state. Whether you are an individual, group or employer hosting a team building activity, you can get involved. Volunteers prep food for distribution in our warehouse, assist clients at distribution or utilize a special skill to expand our work. Learn More Give Food Host a food and fund drive any time that works for you! It is an easy way to get family, friends, co-workers and others involved. We can provide posters and tips on hosting a successful food and fund drive. We can also set up a customized donation page for members of your group to donate funds. Learn More Advocate Raise your hand and lend us your voice! Hunger is a serious issue in our state with 1 in 4 children at risk of hunger and 1 in 6 overall. You can take action by advocating and educating others about policies that impact our neighbors struggling with hunger. Learn More Page load link العربية 简体中文 Dansk English Français Deutsch Italiano 日本語 한국어 كوردی‎ नेपाली پښتو فارسی Português Русский Español Kiswahili Українська اردو Tiếng Việt Yorùbá English Go to Top

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HAHarvey Walden
7 hours ago

County lifts evacuation orders for Salem, Hatch, Garfield and Placitas; Rincon remains evacuated

County lifts evacuation orders for Salem, Hatch, Garfield and Placitas; Rincon remains evacuated

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HAHarvey Walden
1 day ago

Grant County Sheriff's Office Alert Center Launched

Grant County Sheriff's Office Alert Center Welcome to the Grant County Sheriff's Office Alert Center. This section is dedicated to providing our community with timely and important information. Please check back often for updates on public safety, community events, and other news relevant to Grant County.

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HAHarvey Walden
2 days ago

Unknown County Sheriff's Office Press Release Archive Available

Welcome to the Sheriff's Office Press Release Archive. Here you will find archived press releases and public notices from the Unknown County Sheriff's Office. To view the latest information, please visit the main Sheriff's Office page.

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HAHarvey Walden
2 days ago

Stay Updated: Latest News and Announcements for Unknown County

Current News and Announcements This section of the website is used to post current news and announcements. Please check back frequently for updates.

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HAHarvey Walden
4 days ago

Community Outreach

Community Outreach KATHARINE E. CLARK | Clerk (D) | Term 2025 - 2028 #DemocracyDelivered, High School Outreach Program Students participate in a mock election using one of our official election tabulators. They also meet County Clerk staff and learn about the Clerk’s Office. Read more KidsVote: Practice Makes Future Voters During early voting, children who come with a parent/guardian can cast a practice ballot on kid-friendly contests (e.g., favorite ice cream), feed it into a tabulator, and take home an “I Voted” sticker—while parents vote without needing extra childcare. Learn more & view dates/locations Interested in Coordinating an Outreach Event with the Clerk's Office? Contact our Voter Outreach Team for voter registration, civic education events, school outreach programs, or other public events that can benefit from participation by the Clerk’s Office. Email: [email protected] Phone: 505-986-6280 Interested in Becoming a Voter Registration Agent (VRA)? Contact Andrea Tapia, the Clerk’s Office Training Specialist, to schedule a VRA training for yourself or your organization. Appointments are required. Email: [email protected] Phone: 505-986-6277 Other Community Events The County Clerk’s Office is proud to be involved extensively with the Santa Fe County community. Visit our social media pages on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter/X to stay up to date and learn how you can get involved!

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HAHarvey Walden
4 days ago

Bulletin Board

Bulletin Board KATHARINE E. CLARK | Clerk (D) | Term 2025 - 2028 Community Bulletin Board Find current meeting agendas, community notices, and other informational postings shared by the Santa Fe County Clerk's Office. Note: This page is for general bulletin board postings. Official election notices remain available on the Clerk's Office Official Notices page. Current Postings North Central Regional Transit District Board Meeting Agenda Friday, June 5, 2026 Agenda for the North Central Regional Transit District Board meeting. View Agenda PDF North Central Regional Transit District Art in Transit Subcommittee Meeting Agenda Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Agenda for the North Central Regional Transit District Art in Transit Subcommittee meeting. View Agenda PDF Select Language▼

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HAHarvey Walden
4 days ago

Careers

Join Our Team at Santa Fe County Assessor | Santa Fe County Assessor Careers Career Opportunities The Office of the Santa Fe County Assessor is continuously seeking positive, service-focused candidates who are pursuing a career in public service. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and building strong relationships with our constituents. Our motto, "It’s YOU we value," motivates us to go above and beyond for the public. As a result, our office has received numerous awards, with the most recent being the recertification of our "Certificate of Excellence" from the International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO). We offer a competitive benefits program that considers all aspects of life, well-being, and retirement planning. no more data Get in Touch We want to ensure you always have a truly exceptional experience with us. Let us help bring about great things! Contact Us Select Language​​​​​​​​ Original text Rate this translation Your feedback will be used to help improve Google Translate

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HAHarvey Walden
4 days ago

Grant County Sheriff's Office Contact Information Available

Sheriff's Office Physical Address: 1610 E. Pine Street Silver City, NM 88061 Mailing Address: 201 N. Swartz Street Silver City, NM 88061 Phone: (575) 574-0100 (Non-Emergency) 911 (Emergency)

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HAHarvey Walden
4 days ago

2026 General Election

Santa Fe County General Election 2026 | Santa Fe County Important Information: Absentee and early voting begin Oct 6, 2026. The last day to request an absentee ballot is October 20, 2026. Apply early for an absentee ballot for the upcoming 2026 General Election. Voted ballots must be received by the Clerk’s Office or a secure drop box by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day (November 3, 2026). November 3, 2026 General Election - Voter Information Register to Vote Check Voter Registration Drop Box Locations Find your Polling Locations Find My District Election Worker Application In Person Voting Early Voting (Clerk’s Office) Begins Tue., Oct 6, 2026 Polls are closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Monday, Oct 12) Expanded Early Voting (Alternate Sites) Begins Sat., Oct 17, 2026 All early voting ends Sat., Oct 31, 2026. Election Day Voting – Tue., Nov 3, 2026 Mail-In Ballot Info Online Mail-In Application Overseas Voters Request a Mail-In Ballot Important Information Looking for candidate and campaign information? Visit the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Candidate & Campaigns webpage. Want to know your districts? Use Find My District in the Voter Portal. Important Dates Sept 22, 2026 - Notice of Election with Voting Locations gets mailed Oct 6, 2026 – Last day to submit online voter registration. Oct 6, 2026 – Early voting begins at the Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office. Oct 6, 2026 – Absentee (mail-in) ballots begin mailing to voters who have requested them. Oct 12, 2026 – Polls are closed for Indingenous People's Day. Oct 17, 2026 – Expanded early voting begins at additional early voting locations throughout the county. Oct 20, 2026 – Last day to request an absentee (mail-in) ballot (must be received by this date). Oct 31, 2026 – Last day of early voting at expanded early voting locations. Nov 3, 2026 – Election Day (Polls open 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.). Same Day Voter Registration is available during early voting and on Election Day at voting locations. Helpful Resources NM SOS Voting & Elections Voter Portal On the Ballot Races on the ballot vary by voter district in the General Election. The list below reflects the offices Santa Fe County voters may see on their ballot. The easiest way to view your exact ballot and candidates is to use the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Candidate Portal. Who is on the Ballot Federal Offices U.S. Senator U.S. Representative – District 1 U.S. Representative – District 2 U.S. Representative – District 3 Statewide Offices Governor Lieutenant Governor Secretary of State Attorney General State Auditor State Treasurer Commissioner of Public Lands Court of Appeals Judge – Position 1 State & District Offices (varies by district) New Mexico House of Representatives – Districts 41, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48, 50 1st Judicial District Judge – Divisions 4 & 8 (unexpired term) Santa Fe County Offices Magistrate Judge – Divisions 1, 2, 3, 4 County Sheriff County Assessor County Commissioner – District 1 County Commissioner – District 3 Probate Judge Ballot Questions and Constitutional Amendments Read them here Not sure which districts you live in? We've updated our district maps. District Maps Some contests are district-based, meaning not every voter will see the same races. Real-Time Voter Turnout Tracker Track voter participation during the 2026 General Election using Santa Fe County's real-time turnout dashboard. Turnout data includes in-person early voting and absentee ballots processed by the Clerk's Office. Data is updated regularly throughout the election period. Turnout Command Center View detailed turnout information by jurisdiction, voting method, and party. Open This in a New Window Note: Turnout trackers are informational and may not reflect final turnout until all eligible ballots have been processed.

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HAHarvey Walden
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Bureau of Elections Division

Elections & Voting Division | Santa Fe County Press Alt+1 for screen-reader mode, Alt+0 to cancelAccessibility Screen-Reader Guide, Feedback, and Issue Reporting | New window For in-person business: walk-ins welcome, but we recommend you schedule an appointment for faster service. Please call (505) 986-6280 or click on the “Make an appointment” button to schedule an appointment. Bureau of Elections Division KATHARINE E. CLARK | Clerk (D) | Term 2025 - 2028 The Elections and Voting division ensures fair and lawful elections in Santa Fe County, and maintains voter registration information. Click here to go to the 2026 General Election - November 3, 2026 Election Results 2026 Elections Tuesday, June 3 - Primary Election 2025 Elections Tuesday, November 4th – Regular Local Election 2024 Elections Tuesday, June 4th – Primary Election Tuesday, November 5th – General Election View Past Elections General Election Nov 3, 2026 Learn More Board of Registration Meeting Info View Select Language​▼ Original text Rate this translation Your feedback will be used to help improve Google Translate

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HAHarvey Walden
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Data Entry Appraisal Department

Data Entry Appraisal Department - Santa Fe County Assessor | Santa Fe County Assessor Data Entry Appraisal The Data Entry Appraisal Management Department of the Assessor’s Office is responsible for the majority of the office’s data entry along with determining the valuation for Personal Property. This division receives all inquiries from internal and external entities and maintains the data in both office programs. Our responsibilities and duties include: Updating ownership and mailing address records Entry and removal of the following exemptions: Head of Family, Veterans/Disabled Veterans, Valuation Freeze applications and Affordable Housing Entering sales information to assist our office Chief Mass Appraiser in collecting data to assist our Residential and Commercial appraisers in determining a fair market value. Updating Manufactured Home records through the Motor Vehicle Division’s Tapestry Report, tax releases and discoveries. There are currently 7,378 Manufactured Home parcels in Santa Fe County Creating new Manufactured Home accounts. Converting Manufactured Homes to Real Property Receiving annual Business Personal Property Renditions and entering the reported assets into our Ascend program to generate a Personal Property Notice of Value. There are 3,159 active Business Personal Property parcel accounts. Receiving and completing all Title Research Requests from internal and external entities. Reviewing protested values on Personal Property and Manufactured Home parcels. Entering value modifications that were a result in a final determination of valuation through protest or 3% violations. County Assessor Isaiah Romero values your feedback. Please consider sharing with him your experiences with the Real Estate Appraisal Division. Our Data Entry Appraisal Team Lenin Armendariz Data Entry Appraisal Program Manager NM Certified Appraiser (505) 995-2724 Nicolette Martinez Appraiser Senior NM Certified Appraiser (505) 986-6314 Marcos Rodriguez Appraiser NM Certified Appraiser (505) 986-6352 Ryan Baca Appraiser Trainee (505) 986-6305 Margaret Barela Assessment Specialist II (505) 992-6743 Vacant Assessment Specialist II (505) 986-6300 Suzette Padilla Title Examiner (505) 986-6366 Get in Touch We want to ensure you always have a truly exceptional experience with us. Let us help bring about great things! Contact Us Select Language​▼ Original text Rate this translation Your feedback will be used to help improve Google Translate

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Customer Service

Santa Fe County Assessor Customer Service Department | Santa Fe County Assessor Customer Service Customer Service The goal of the Customer Service Section is to provide excellent customer service for anyone requesting assistance from the Assessor's Office. We also ensure all data collected from deeds, affidavits, and exemptions are received and delivered to our Data Entry Appraisal Section for entry. We work closely with property owners to ensure our records are accurate and property owners receive all pertinent data in a timely manner. Customer service is our priority. We strive to ensure everyone leaves our office knowing they were taken care of professionally and their concerns have been met. County Assessor Isaiah Romero values your feedback. Please consider sharing with him your experiences with the Customer Service Section. Our Customer Service Team Julia Martinez Customer Service Program Manager NM Certified Appraiser (505) 986-6396 Marisa Rodriguez Customer Service Program Specialist (505) 995-6512 Shirley Gilligan Assessment Specialist II (505) 986-6308 Anthony Barela Assessment Specialist II (505) 986-6238 Get in Touch We want to ensure you always have a truly exceptional experience with us. Let us help bring about great things! Contact Us

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