The annual Memorial Day Ceremony at Belen Eagle Park Veterans Memorial will be held on Monday, May 26th starting at 10am. The event is planned by the Veterans Committee. Following the ceremony there will be a Flag Retirement by Secundino Baldonado American Legion Post 81. Live Country Music will be provided by Plumb Adequate, the music is sponsored by the … Read More
Now Hiring: Full-time and Part-time Recreation Tech
The City of Belen is hiring for a Full-time and a Part-time Recreation Tech in our Parks and Recreation Department. The starting annual salary will be $32,136 ($15.45/hr). A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not Limited To: You may read the full job description and retrieve the … Read More
Employee of the First Quarter: Abel Otero
City employee, Abel Otero, Parks Supervisor, was honored as the Employee of the 1st Quarter of 2025 by the Belen City Council and City Manager, Roseann Peralta. The letter from Mayor Pro-tem, Tracy Armijo, reads: Dear Abel, It is with great pleasure that Mayor, Robert Noblin, City Manager, Roseann Peralta, the City of Belen Governing Body, and I declare you … Read More
Belen Community Blood Drive
On Friday, May 30th, 2025, from 9am – 1pm there will be a Community Blood Drive held at the Belen Fire Department. To schedule an appointment call Nick at 505-400-9666, click on this link, or you may scan the QR code on the flyer below. Donors will receive a T-Shirt! You may also win an Epic Vacation Package when you … Read More
Belen Public Library Open House
The Belen Public Library’s Open House will be held on Thursday, May 22nd, from 4-6pm. Come explore our fantastic Summer Reading Programs, and get ready to dive into a colorful summer filled with fun adventures. Bring your friends and family! There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re a bookworm or just looking for some good times, we can’t wait to celebrate … Read More
Now Hiring: Laborer/Operator I-III Water Department
The City of Belen is accepting applications for a Laborer/Operator I-III in our Water Department. The starting annual salary will be $35,360 – $47,840 ($17 – $23/hr). The hourly rate depends on water level certifications with increases for higher certifications. A full benefits package including retirement, healthcare, and more is offered to full-time employees. Minimum Qualifications Include but are not … Read More
Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship
The Friends of the Belen Public Library are pleased to announce that applications for the Deborah Graham Memorial Scholarship are now available. We will be awarding two $1,000.00 checks paid to the order of the university or trade school of choice to the winners of the scholarship.The application is below. Please note that the deadline for applying is April 18, … Read More
Register for 2025 Summer Rec
Registration for Summer Rec 2025 is now open! There will be two sessions: 1st Session – June 9th – June 27th 2nd Session – July 7th – July 25th Each session is $150/student. If you enroll a student in BOTH sessions prior to June 6th you will receive $50 off! The hours for the program are 8am – 5pm; there … Read More
60-day Burn Ban Effective Immediately
The City of Belen Fire Department, in conjunction with Rio Communities Fire Department and Valencia County Fire Department are announcing a 60-day Burn Ban effective immediately. There will be no burn permits issued during this time frame. The departments will re-assess the situation after 60 days. Please follow the ban and help keep Valencia County safe.
Sergeant Promotion: Anthony Jaramillo
Monday evening’s City Council meeting was an exciting one! Belen PD’s own Anthony Jaramillo was promoted to Sergeant with his family there to support him. Congratulations, Sgt. Jaramillo! Your hard work and dedication to public safety are a true asset to our community.