Town councilors in Bernalillo could have a very brief meeting Monday. The list of agenda items includes nothing likely to be subject to protracted debate. Town treasurer Terri Gray will seek approval from the council for a budget adjustment in the special revenue fund accounts, give a financial update and present accounts payable vouchers. The […]
Bernalillo
Posted inBernalillo, Local Gov.
Bernalillo council to review shelter plan
Town councilors in Bernalillo are set to again review possible zoning changes that would lead to the development of a new animal shelter. Councilors are expected to conduct a public hearing on the request by Sandoval County, which wants to build the shelter at 400 S. Hill Road. The county is requesting that the land […]
Posted inBernalillo, Congress & Federal Gov.
Bernalillo Public Schools to host family literacy events starting this week
Bernalillo Public Schools will launch a series of family engagement nights focused on early literacy, with the first event scheduled for Tuesday at Placitas Elementary School, according to Just Right Reader, the education organization coordinating the initiative. The events, designed for families of kindergarten through third-grade students, will teach parents research-based strategies to support their […]
Posted inBernalillo, Congress & Federal Gov.
Bernalillo Public Schools partner with Just Right Reader to boost early literacy
The District of Bernalillo Public Schools is partnering with Just Right Reader to provide personalized literacy materials to students in kindergarten through third grade, the district announced. Students will receive three rounds of Take-Everywhere Literacy Packs throughout the year, featuring decodable books in both English and Spanish tailored to individual reading levels, according to the […]
Posted inBernalillo
Free composting workshop set for Saturday in Bernalillo
A free workshop on desert composting for beginners will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Zocalo Plaza in Bernalillo. Master Composter John Zarola will lead the workshop, which is hosted by the Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District. The event will take place at 282 S. Camino del Pueblo, Salazar […]
Posted inBernalillo, Congress & Federal Gov.
Bernalillo schools celebrate major academic leap
Bernalillo Public Schools has achieved substantial academic improvements over the past three years, with literacy proficiency jumping 14 percentage points and steady gains in math and science, according to a district news release issued Friday. The district’s growth outpaces state averages in literacy and exceeds state proficiency levels in math, Superintendent Matt Montaño said in […]
Posted inBernalillo
Ralph Martinez, class of ’53, leads Bernalillo High homecoming parade
“Let’s go, Spartans!” If you’ve uttered that phrase, you may have Ralph Martinez to thank for it. Martinez, a member of the inaugural Bernalillo High School graduating class of 1953, was one of the original proponents of changing the school nickname from “Cobras.” He will be grand marshal for the BHS Homecoming parade, which takes […]
Posted inBernalillo, Local Gov.
New animal shelter plan moves forward
Town councilors in Bernalillo have moved plans for a new animal shelter to the next phase. The introduction of a rezoning of land at 400 S. Hill Road sets the request from Sandoval County for final approval of the zoning change, from rural residential to special use. The property contains four lots, with the animal […]
Posted inBernalillo
Community fundraiser draws 300+ to Bernalillo park
More than 300 people gathered Saturday at Rotary Park for the third annual Enchantment Games, a community fundraiser that raised money for the Albuquerque Sign Language Academy while showcasing local music and activities. The event featured backyard game tournaments including cornhole, kickball, bocce ball and spike ball. Four local music acts performed throughout the day: […]
Posted inBernalillo, Local Gov.
New animal shelter goes before Bernalillo council
Town councilors in Bernalillo are set to clear the way for a new animal shelter. At Monday’s meeting, councilors will consider a request from Sandoval County for a rezoning of land at 400 S. Hill Road from rural residential special use; the proposed ordinance would also rezone other parts of the parcel for light industrial […]