Community Preservation Spring Clean Dumpsters

We are providing 3 , 30-foot dumpsters available to city of Belen Residents for FREE disposal of unwanted garbage and debris. Dumpsters are first come first served. The dumpsters will be emptied and replaced  throughout the event. Do Not Over-fill Dumpsters. This prevents the cover guard from working properly when exchanging dumpsters . All Trash and Debris. Must be disposed … Read More

We’re Hiring: Parks Interns

The City of Belen is accepting applications for two Park Interns (Ages 18 – 25) for a temporary full-time position (about 6-7 weeks). These positions are funded by our Clean and Beautiful Grant. The hourly wage is $12. Requirements You may view the full job description and apply online at www.belen-nm.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities/. Please attach resume, diploma, degree and any certifications to … Read More

Construction Alert

Residents and Businesses of Belen.  We wish to advise you that there will be construction work ongoing on Main Street between Reinken Avenue and Picard Avenue, from March 18, 2024 to April 26, 2024 as part of changes required by New Mexico Department of Transportation in order to accommodate traffic impacts from the pending opening of Starbucks.  This construction will add new … Read More

Road Closure Notice: N. Mesa Rd.

 The water department is scheduled to do a service tap on the 1100 block of N. Mesa Rd. This will necessitate closing the road on N. Mesa. Barricades and safety flaggers will be available. Please use alternative routes during the estimated work time of 8:00am -2:00pm.

Ballon Rallye/Car Show Cancelled

Unfortunately, the Balloon Rallye and Car Show are cancelled this morning due to weather. Vendors are still at Eagle Park so you can stop by and shop local! The events on Becker are still a go at this time starting at noon!

Balloon Rallye Canceled for Friday Only

Attention: Tomorrow, Friday, March 15th, there will be no Balloon Rallye due to weather. We apologize for the inconvenience but safety is our first priority. We hope to see you Saturday!

Road Closure – N. Mesa Road – Delayed

***UPDATE*** The work planned for N. Mesa Road will NOT take place today as our water crew has been called to handle an emergency repair. Thank you! Good morning Belen, Our water crew will be working to install a water service tap on N. Mesa Road today. There will be barricades and safety signs along with traffic flaggers. Please use … Read More

Road Work Closure Notice

On Monday 3/11/24, there will be pavement repairs at the corner of W. Aragon Rd & N Tenth St. The road will be closed, please use alternative routes. The estimated project hours will be 8:00am to 2:00pm. Thank you!

Making it Public: Art in Public Places

If you missed Paula Castillo’s training on art in public places, you can watch it here! Join renowned Belen sculptor and arts educator Paula Castillo in an exploration of the possibilities of public art. This two-hour training is designed for audiences from different backgrounds and professions who want to learn about public art and community placemaking. The intensive workshop will … Read More

38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Balloon Rallye!

🎈 Get ready to soar into the sky and experience the magic of the 38th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Balloon Rallye! 🎉 🍀 Join us at Eagle Park for THREE days of high-flying fun, kicking off on Friday, March 15th and continuing through Saturday, March 16th, and Sunday, March 17th. The balloons will launch each day around 7am, preceded by … Read More