ESTANCIA, NM – The Torrance County Commission will continue to hold its regularly scheduled meetings in April. The meetings will be open to the public, but the public is urged to abide by Governor Grisham’s public health order and stay home. The public will be able to attend via teleconference or listen to the live broadcast on 88.7 KXNM radio.
ESTANCIA, NM – Due to three confirmed cases in Torrance County, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has announced COVID-19 screening for residents. Those with internet access are encouraged to utilize NMDOH’s Should I be Tested screening tool between now and Wednesday April 1st, to determine their need for COVID-19 testing. After completion, if testing is recommended, residents should call 505-222-6530 to schedule an appointment for sample collection and testing.
3 Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed in Torrance County
ESTANCIA, NM – Today the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) confirmed three individuals tested positive for COVID-19 in Torrance County. “With our close proximity to Albuquerque, it was only a matter of time before some of our residents were exposed to the virus,” said Commission Chair Ryan Schwebach. “We have been planning for this sad day since the first cases of Coronavirus were discovered in New Mexico and we have a strong partnership with the Department of Health and State Emergency Management”, Schwebach continued.
For Immediate Release, Thursday March 12, 2020 Contact: Wayne Johnson 505.304.1603
The largest group of certified public managers to graduate at one time from the nationally accredited program administered by New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service. Joining the elite group are Katherine Miller, Santa Fe County manager; Patrick Varela, Santa Fe County treasurer; Les Francisco, Santa Fe County solid waste superintendent; Gabriella Trujillo, Santa Fe County public works department operations manager; Tracy Sedillo, Torrance County treasurer; and Tracy Agiovlasitis, New Mexico Technology Assistance Program manager.
SANTA FE, NM – New Mexico Counties presented Torrance County with a Risk Awareness Program (RAP) Award during the 2020 NMC Legislative Conference January 23, 2020 in Santa Fe.
Torrance County BCC Admin Meeting for January 22, 2020 has been canceled.
Congratulations to Kathy Reyes from the Torrance County Sheriff’s office for winning the 2019 Torrance County Safety Award. Kathy started with us in 1999 and has 7,562 injury free hours! In addition to receiving the safety award Kathy also received a jacket from the Safety Committee.
November 14, 2019 the New Mexico Department of Finance & Administration Local Government Division presented Torrance County with a Rising Star Award for demonstrating growth in Budget Management & Fiscal Integrity. Pictured from left to right is Jeremy Oliver, Finance Director and Tracy L. Sedillo, County Treasurer.
City of Moriarty is excited to partner with Beach Tree in order to provide Covid Testing for the Citizens of Moriarty and the surrounding areas. With the lack of testing equipment around New Mexico this will give one more tool in our toolbox, to continue detecting and eliminating the virus from our area. No cost for you to get tested!!
Simply scan the QR code provided to sign up for your test or use the link on your computer.
Monday and Thursdays from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. At City Hall 201 Broadway.
Must register to test.
Home Covid tests are now available to be mailed directly to your residence free of charge.
Each home is eligible for 4 home tests.
Click the link below-
The Affordable Connectivity Program is administered by USAC with oversight from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) helps low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. Check if you qualify today!
COVID-19 Resources
Vaccination Calendar: https://vaccinenm.org/public-calendar.html
Vaccine Registration: https://cvvaccine.nmhealth.org/
Testing: https://www.togethernm.org/
NM DOH COVID-19 Updates: https://cv.nmhealth.org/
New Mexico Medicaid Portal: https://nmmedicaid.portal.conduent.com/static/covid.htm
CDC COVID-19 Page: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
