Updated – U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans

***Updated Application Deadline to apply for Physical Damage is now August 4, 2022*** The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has made available disaster loans in New Mexico for Physical Damage from the Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds that occurred April 5th & Continue in the counties of Colfax, Lincoln, Mora, San Miguel, and Valencia. For Economic Injury only in the counties … Read More

Children’s Room Closed – Aqua Kids Postponed

The Children’s Room will be closed today, Thursday June 23rd and the Aqua Kids program will be rescheduled to another date. We apologize for the inconvenience and will make an announcement as soon as we have a new time. Thank you!

July 2022 Municipal Court Amnesty Program

Belen Municipal Court will be offering Amnesty to any individual with a warrant through the month of July, 2022. Anyone with a warrant may come into court and speak with Judge Norwood about satisfying their debt with no jail time. Please call 505-966-2670 or 505-966-2671 with your questions and to schedule your court appearance. You can view a list of … Read More

Monsoon Information June 18, 2022

**UPDATE 6/19/2022** The City of Belen staff continue to work diligently, to assure the safety and wellbeing of our residents and visitors. We continue to work with all partnering agencies and stake holders to stay ahead of the monsoon rain. Heavy rain is expected through at least Wednesday. Please help us by preparing your home and family ahead of time. … Read More

The All-American Celebration!

The All-American Celebration presented by the City of Belen will be held on Saturday, July 2nd starting at 4pm. This year’s event will be at Eagle Park, which is looking beautiful!

Monsoon Season is Here

PSA: Be advised that Monsoon Season has begun and heavy rains are expected, this afternoon (6/17/2022) through early next week (6/21/2022). Please prepare for flash flooding early. Empty Sand Bags (Limit 10) are available for pickup at Belen City Hall and the Belen Fire Department. Free Sand is available for pick up at the following locations: Vivian Fields – 1112 … Read More

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Valencia County

New Mexico residents can now visit with FEMA and SBA specialists at the Jarales Community Center in Valencia County from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday. Residents can get help with their disaster assistance applications, upload documents, and find answers to questions about federal disaster assistance. There is no appointment needed to visit the Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). If you … Read More

Repainting Belen Elevated Water Tank

UPDATE: The Belen Elevated Water Tank project is complete. The logo was enlarged and moved up one panel. the entire structure was sealed, reprimed, and painted. The Belen Elevated Water Tank is currently in the process of being re-painted. This should be completed in the next couple of weeks.

Stolen Flag – Information Needed

**Update** The individuals were arrested due to a tip. The individual donated the reward money to replace the flags that had to be burned according to Flag Code. Thank you to everyone who shared and assisted. **Update** Our Mayor, Robert Noblin, is offering a $250 reward for information that leads to the arrest of these individuals. Our Chief of Police, … Read More

New Edition of Strange Magazine Seeking Submissions

It’s time to start putting together our new edition of Strange Magazine. In honor of PRIDE month, this time around, the edition will highlight written works and art of the LGBTQIA+ community in Belen. Please turn in submissions to the front desk at the Belen Public Library or email them to Danny Garcia. Submissions will be accepted until June 14th.