Application Open, 2020 State Capital Outlay Funding for Nonprofits

Bernalillo County is accepting applications until July 29 at 5 p.m. by nonprofit agencies seeking 2020 capital-outlay funding from the state. Interested nonprofits must complete the Capital Outlay Initial Request Form to be considered. Applications are due to the Office of the County Manager by July 29 at 5 p.m.

County Commission Approves Design and Name Of New County Building

Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square will be the name of the new home for most Bernalillo County offices in the renovated Alvarado Square building.

BernCo Commission Approves Plastic Bag and Styrofoam Ban in Unincorporated Bernalillo County

The Board of Commissioners tonight approved an ordinance to ban single-use plastic bags and Styrofoam (polystyrene) containers in the unincorporated areas of Bernalillo County, outside the city limits of Albuquerque.

Employees of the Quarter for 3rd Quarter FY 2019 Honored

Meet Bernalillo County's latest Employees of the Quarter.

Massive Behavioral Health Training and Education Efforts Launched by Bernalillo County

Sadly, New Mexico has some of the highest rates of mental illness and substance abuse in the nation- highlighting the need for a continuum of behavioral health care. In 2015 Bernalillo County created the Behavioral Health Initiative to build that system of care, to date, the BHI has created 19 programs.

County Commission Appoints Census Committee Members

Bernalillo County and the City of Albuquerque have joined together in an effort to get a more complete count for the 2020 census.

Bernalillo County’s Behavioral Health Initiative to Partner with Mayor Keller to Keep Westside Shelter Open Year-Round

At an event at the facility, Mayor Tim Keller and Bernalillo County Manager Julie Morgas Baca joined other City and County officials and shelter managers to cement a new partnership that keeps the Westside Emergency Housing Center open year-round and increases access to services.

Bernalillo County Makes Progress Toward Resolving McClendon Lawsuit

BernCo officials are excited to announce significant progress in the county’s efforts to resolve the requirements of the 1995 McClendon vs. City of Albuquerque lawsuit.

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History of Bernalillo County

During the period of 1610 to 1680, New Mexico's historical archives reflect the Spanish dominance on indigenous populations of what we know today as New Mexico.

The Manager’s Role

The county manager is hired by the Board of County Commissioners to carry out policies and serve as the chief administrative officer of county government.

Strategic Plan

Learn more about the county manager's strategic plan.