From the Manager

March just may be the lucky month we have been waiting for. Not only because of St. Patrick’s Day on the 17^th, but because we are seeing a consistent drop in COVID cases around the state and county. As of the first of the month, the state test positivity rate is 7.3%, down from the 30+% we experienced during our peak in January. And luckily, we are starting to see things slowly go back to some semblance of normal, but we need to continue using the tools we have to combat the pandemic we have all been dealing with for more than two years. As the manager, I consider myself lucky to work with such a great staff.

COVID by the Numbers

Numbers of new COVID cases reported by the State are showing a significant decrease in all age groups throughout New Mexico. As of March 1, 2022, the total number of new cases reported in the state were 692 and new cases in the county were 46.

For complete information, please visit the NMDOH COVIDwebsite.

Vaccination Rates

Santa Fe County continues to vaccinate its residents at a high rate, with fully vaccinated county residents 18+ at 87% and one-dose residents at 99%. The State is reporting that New Mexicans in that same age group with one dose is 91.9% and there are 78.1% of New Mexicans who are fully vaccinated.

Those with boosters are currently lagging behind one and two-dose individuals at 44.5%. If you are seeking a booster, please go to the State’s Vaccination page to get more information on vaccination locations and to schedule an appointment.

MovieMaker determined the winners using surveys, research on tax incentives and recent productions, personal visits to most of the locations on the list, and information on how well they’re coping with the pandemic.

Miller was informed of her nomination and award of the Distinguished Local Government Leadership Award at the February 8, BCC regular meeting. Commission Chair Anna Hamilton announced the honor, emphasizing that, “Of course, it isn’t surprising to those of us who work with her because we know how excellent she is!” A surprised Miller gave thanks to her staff, “The truth is they do all the work, they have been outstanding, always, and especially through the pandemic.” She continued, “Thank you for this recognition, I appreciate it.”