We want to invite you to the Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Belen public Library. The meeting will be Saturday, September 17th from 1pm-2pm at Books on Becker (513 Becker Ave.). You will be able to chat with your fellow book lovers and library supporters, enjoy light refreshments, look for treasure among thousands of ever-changing books, and enter … Read More
Garbage Collection Schedule Change
In observance of Labor Day, there will be no trash collection in Belen on Monday, September 5, 2022. All routes will be delayed by one day during the holiday week. Trash will be collected the day AFTER the regular collection day. Please have your polycart at the curb by 7am. Universal Waste Systems, Inc. extends their best wishes for a … Read More
Fire Hydrant and Valve Replacement
Good afternoon City of Belen: The Water Department will be doing a Fire Hydrant replacement on Monday, August 29, 2022 in the morning. the water will be shut off and will affect the following areas: All of Vivian including Wright Choice Day care. First Street , Bernard to Vivian, Matt Rd., South 2nd St. and South Mirabel. A scheduled Valve … Read More
Doodlebug Clean Up
The City of Belen wants to extend a big “Thank You!” to Mary Batista and her excellent crew of helpers for the awesome work they did cleaning up Doodlebug Park. With the monsoon rains, weeds had overtaken the park and they had a daunting task that they volunteered to complete. As you can see by the pictures, they worked hard … Read More
Help Plan the Future of Belen! Join us at a Community Town Hall
The City of Belen is developing a new Comprehensive Plan which will guide the future of Belen for the next 20 years. The input of the citizens is integral to the process. To that end, we are having a community town hall on Tuesday, August 23rd from 6-7:30pm at the Belen Business Center. The Business Center is located at 719 … Read More
EDD Announces Wildfire Business Assistance Grant Program
The Economic Development Department (EDD) announces Wildfire Business Assistance Grant Program that will consist of grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 for businesses damaged by fire and floods. A new $1.5 million temporary grant program is available to provide support to small businesses and self-employed individuals who experienced financial losses due to the wildfires. Businesses that qualify for the assistance … Read More
Volunteers Needed for After-School Children’s Programming
We’ve heard your requests and would love to be able to offer additional services for our youngest patrons! To provide Children’s Programming and After School access to the Children’s Room until 6pm we are looking for Volunteers! Volunteers must be 18 years old or over, pass a background check and drug screening with the City of Belen, and be available … Read More
National Night Out Aug. 2nd
The Belen Police Department is sponsoring our annual National Night Out on August 2nd 2022. These events are a great way to bring community and cops together for an evening of partnership, relaxation and fun. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity … Read More
Belen Harvey House Museum to Hold Coco Chanel Inspired Fashion Show!
Tickets will go on sale next week for an amazing fundraiser to benefit the Belen Harvey House Museum. On Sunday, September 18th from 1 – 4pm there will be a Coco Chanel inspired fashion show, Afternoon Tea, and Movie & Clothing Sale! The incomparable Ms. Van Ann Moore will be the Mistress of Ceremonies as Coco Chanel herself. You won’t … Read More
City of Belen Wants You!
Are you looking for a great place to work? The City of Belen is hiring! We are currently hiring for: * Clerk I – Utility Department* IT Technician II – IT Department* Laborer – Water Department* Building Maintence Tech – Administrative Services Dept. We are accepting applications for these positions through July 15, 2022! You can check out all of … Read More