Bernalillo County

Following the inadvertent release of Desiree Sanchez on Wednesday, July 24, the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) is taking additional measures to prevent an incident like this from occurring again. Measures include an extra layer of human review to ensure accuracy during the intake and discharge process. Accordingly, MDC is conducting a thorough internal investigation into what exactly transpired during the discharge process that allowed this incident to occur. Additionally, MDC’s Security Threat Investigation Unit (STIU), is investigating if any circumstances outside the discharge process are present. More info: https://lnkd.in/gPMmVydS

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) is investigating the inadvertent release of Desiree Sanchez, 44, from the facility on July 24. Sanchez was being held on a preventative detention hold related to armed robbery and aggravated battery with deadly weapon charges. Sanchez was originally booked into the facility on July 17. MDC staff are working with local law enforcement officials in an effort to bring Sanchez back into custody.

Bernalillo County Parks, Recreation and Open Space invites the public to a special dedication ceremony at the Kiki Saavedra Community Center on Tuesday, July 30, to honor the late Henry "Kiki" Saavedra and commemorate the renaming of the center in his memory. Saavedra represented a South Valley district for 38 years in the New Mexico State Legislature and served as the chair of the House Appropriations and Finance Committee. During his tenure, he helped obtain funding for the (formerly known) Mountain View Community Center as well as many other recreational facilities in the area. He passed away in 2019. Please join us as we celebrate his legacy! ❤️

Exciting News for Animal Lovers! 🐾 We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming FREE Animal Handling Class—and we want YOU to join us! 🎉 Whether you’re a pet parent or just passionate about animals, this class is perfect for you! You’ll learn essential techniques and tips for handling and caring for animals safely and confidently. ✨ Spaces are 𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗 to just 𝟮𝟱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 to ensure a hands-on experience, so don’t miss out! ✉️ Register now to secure your spot by emailing acsoutreach@bernco.gov 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Saturday, August 3 🕒 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: noon - 2 p.m. 📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Bernalillo County Animal Care Conference Room, 3001 2nd St. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 #BernCoAnimalCareServices #BernCoFosterPet #FosteringSavesLives #ClearTheShelter #AdoptMe #ShelterDogs #SouthValleyABQ #MansBestFriend #WomanBestFriend #AnimalHandling

Today we're sharing stunning final photos of the new UNMH Behavioral Health Crisis Center! This project exemplified the power of collaboration. We're so proud to have been part of the team alongside UNM Hospital, Bernalillo County, and McCLAIN-YU Architecture in this addition to full-spectrum behavioral health services for New Mexico. Visit our website for more information and to see more photos: https://lnkd.in/gPfNympd

Attention BernCo residents! Are you unsure of what to do with your used tires? 🛞 We have solutions! Come to one of our free "Tire Amnesty Day" events to properly dispose of your tires and help the environment. Improperly stored or dumped tires attract disease-carrying rodents and mosquitoes, posing serious health and safety concerns! ☢️ And mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance... In New Mexico, they can transmit diseases, including the West Nile virus, which can lead to a fatal neurological disorder. The shape of tires traps rainwater and prevents it from evaporating. Mosquitos love this environment! They have shelter from the elements and predators, water, and collected leaf debris for food in the tires. Tires also trap heat, which speeds up egg hatching and larval growth. Removing tires from your property and disposing of them at a Tire Amnesty Day event helps prevent the creation of the mosquito breeding conditions described above. The City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County provide a joint mosquito control program. To report high mosquito population areas and standing water in your neighborhood, please call 311 or (505) 314-0350. Let's work together to keep our community safe! 🌿🦟💧 #BernCo #CommunitySafety #TireDisposal #MosquitoControl

Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara has been chosen to address the International Association of Assessing Officers 2024 legal seminar on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI).

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❗️ Scam Alert ❗️ Scammers have long targeted the communities we serve, looking to exploit vulnerabilities for illicit purposes. When this happens, it puts our community members at risk, and our programs and operations suffer damage to both reputation and trust. There are multiple versions of the below advertisement on various websites and social media that advertise help with Section 8 funding, directing people to the fraudulent website ‘www.govassistance[dot]org’. This scam aims to steal personal information from applicants. Individuals who fall victim to this or similar scams can file a complaint at the Internet Crime Compliant Center (IC3): https://www.ic3.gov/. Additionally, if someone reaches out to you about a scam involving Housing & Urban Development (HUD), please reach out to our Computer Incident Response Team at CIRT@hud.gov.

Elevate your career with #BernCo! Explore amazing benefits and endless growth opportunities as part of our dynamic team. We're hiring for positions across multiple departments, including: - Classification & Compensation Analyst (Lead) - Program Supervisor - Public Safety - Electrician - Appraiser - Payroll Manager - Resource Specialist … and many more! Apply today by visiting: bernco.gov/jobs 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲? Join us in shaping a vibrant community! Bernalillo County employees unite to create a better quality of life for residents, communities, and businesses alike. Enjoy a plethora of perks, such as generous leave, career growth, remote options, longevity pay, education assistance, health benefits, and a rewarding retirement. 🏡💼✨