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COMMISSION - DISTRICT 2
 

Art De La Cruz was elected chair of the Bernalillo County Commission in January, 2010, and serves as the Commissioner for District 2 which includes the South Valley, the west side south of Central, several downtown neighborhoods, Kirtland Addition, Isleta Pueblo and Tohajiilee.

Location:
One Civic Plaza, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
We are located
on the 10th floor.
Phone:
505-468-7448
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
E-mail:
dherrera@bernco.gov

Commissioner
Art De La Cruz


Bernalillo County Welcomes Neighborhood Improvement Projects with Outreach Grants

Bernalillo County has just announced a unique Neighborhood Outreach Grant Program that offers up to $10,000 for projects that provide public benefits. The program was created to help neighborhood groups enhance and strengthen their communities. Grants will range from $500 to $1,000 for “simple projects,” $1,000 to $3,000 for “small projects,” and up to $5,000 to $10,000 for “large projects” that benefit more people and may require technical or professional assistance. The large projects will also require matching funds and sponsors.
 
This is an opportunity to organize a community vegetable garden to feed the poor? Or get everyone on your block to learn CPR?

“Neighborhood associations have always played an important role in strengthening their own communities and improving public participation in community activities and government processes,” says Bernalillo County Commission Chair Art De La Cruz. “The Neighborhood Outreach Grant Program is intended to promote collaboration between the County and neighborhood associations by enhancing the quality of life for Bernalillo County residents. Recognized neighborhood associations in both the County and the City of Albuquerque are eligible to apply. Grant solicitations will take place twice a year. I would like to encourage everyone to participate.”

Projects must:
  • Provide a public benefit
  • Be free and open to all residents within neighborhood association boundaries
  • Emphasize self-help, with project ideas initiated, planned and implemented by the neighbors and community members who will themselves be impacted by the project
  • Demonstrate community match (required for large projects only)
  • Occur within Bernalillo County
For more information, please contact Bernalillo County Neighborhood Program Coordinator Bernadette Miera at 505-468-1279 or bmiera@bernco.gov.

South Valley Multi-Purpose Center

Commissioner Art De La Cruz invites you to join us...
For the South Valley Multi-Purpose Center Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting on Friday, August 27 at 11:00am


Pajarito Mesa Community Relations Officer

In a concerted effort by Bernalillo County, through the vision and leadership of Commissioner Art De La Cruz, the Zoning, Planning, and Building Department now has a fulltime Community Relations Officer on staff.  Michael Gallegos will support residents and landowners in the Pajarito Mesa area of the South Valley. The position will include assistance in education, general support of development issues, providing information to the public, and collaborating with the community to achieve code compliance in Pajarito Mesa. Please contact Michael by telephone 505-314-0383 or email mrgallegos@bernco.gov


Albuquerque Sign Language Academy Grand Opening

Commissioner Art De La Cruz & The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners.

Invite you to a grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy. 

Wednesday August 11th, 2010 at 1:00pm
620 Lomas Blvd. NW


South Valley Gateway Park Groundbreaking

Commission Chair Art De La Cruz invites you to a groundbreaking for the South Valley Gateway Park.
July 27th at 10:30am, 100 Isleta Blvd.  SW (Corner of Isleta and Bridge)

 


Reconstruction of the I-40 / West Central Interchange Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 11:30 a.m. Ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Reconstruction of the I-40 / West Central Interchange. This is the first DOT-lead project to be completed under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

NM Secretary of Trans. Gary L.J. Giron, Field Rep. for U.S. Congressman Martin Heinrich Antonio Sandoval, NM State Senator Bernadette Sanchez,  Governor Bill Richardson,  Federal Highway Administration USDOT Administrator Victor Mendez, Bernalillo County Commission Chairman Art DeLaCruz


South Valley Pride Day

Commissioner Art De La Cruz to host the annual South Valley Pride Day, Sunday May 2nd.

 

District #2 Bernalillo County Capital Improvements Program:

Road Runner Classic Pro Cycling

Road Runner Classic – High Altitude Racing
April 24th - 7:30 am to (approximately) 5:00 pm
Hard Rock Cafe Pavillion at Mesa del Sol


Census 2010

A message from the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners


District 2 Public Safety Forum

Please join Bernalillo County Commissioner Art De La Cruz and City Councillor Isaac Benton for the District 2 Public Safety Forum.

March 27, 1 to 3 pm
Thomas Bell Community Center
3001 University SE

Event Info - English Event Info - Spanish
  


Outstanding Citizen Nomination

Commissioner Art De La Cruz would like your help in celebrating Outstanding Citizens living in the South Valley. Submit your nominations for Outstanding Citizen by filling out the form below and faxing it to 505-873-6644, or by dropping off your nomination at the Mountain View Community Center on 201 Prosperity SE. The DEADLINE for nominations is 5pm, Friday, April 9th. For more information contact Anabel Cadena at 505-328-4809.


2010 Census Visits Albuquerque with “Be Counted” Message

The 2010 Census Portrait of America Road Tour has begun its efforts to encourage everyone in the U.S. to complete and return their census forms in March.

 
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Hand in Hand

Event Video

The "First Annual Hand in Hand, Bernalillo County Working With You" on Saturday, November 7th was a success.  County department directors and staff were present to meet with the many South Valley residents who came to the event.