By Lance Chilton I began this series to counter Ronald Reagan’s statement that “Government is not the solution to the problem. It is the problem.” Here’s a thought experiment: Imagine you’re...
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Help for People Affected by NM Wildfires
Here are some ways to help and some resources for those affected by northern New Mexico fires.
Donations for the Northern New Mexico Emergency Fire Fund are being accepted by HelpNM at https://helpnm.com/donate/ HELP New Mexico is providing resources and support in the form of housing vouchers, mental health resources, and more in the Las Vegas area. They are located at Memorial Middle School in Las Vegas from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily. The organization is prioritizing the release of funds in tiers, as defined here:1. People who can verify that they live in the burned area who are 55 years old or older and/or have a disability. 2. Anyone who can verify they live in an evacuated area with at least one child who is 12 years old or younger. 3. Any people who are evacuated who are currently staying with family or friends.
In addition, the New Mexico Coalition of Community Foundations has opened its “All Together NM Fund,” which had $100,00 that can be directed to providing emergency shelter. Donations to the fund are tax-deductible and can be made through the website, www.AllTogetherNM.org. Gifts by check may be mailed to the Santa Fe Community Foundation, PO Box 1827, Santa Fe, NM 87504 – please note “All Together NM Fund” on the check.
If you’re able and willing to donate space for people fleeing fires–yes, even in Albuquerque–you can help by contacting lauren.meiklejohn@gmail.com.
Here’s the New Mexico-wide crisis line: 1-855-NM CRISIS (855-662-7474)
Statewide Fire Updates:
The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website lists federal resources, including individual assistance programs through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA); public assistance grant programs; and the property damage assessment form https://www.nmdhsem.org/2022-wildfires/
Here are more contacts for Las Vegas area fires assistance, most courtesy www.nmhu.edu/hermit/#top:
Evacuation assistance: San Miguel County Sheriff at 505-425-7589.
Medical or emergency assistance call 911: The American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 is available for non life-threatening emergencies
The 100% Community-San Miguel has resources available for those in need. Visit https://www.tenvitalservicesnm.org/san-miguel-choose-service/
Anyone who has lost a home or sustained property damage should register (in person if possible) with HELP New Mexico, located at the official American Red Cross shelter at Memorial Middle School in Las Vegas. A list of additional resources will be provided to those who register. You can also reach HELP New Mexico staff Julie Martinez at 505-469-2073 or Moriah Griego at 505-235-5276 or 505-573-8886.
Property Damage Survey: Call San Miguel County at 505-425-9333 for help with the survey (below) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpuU8asjcPCYgEI0Z_vZ908zNSJWbxTttncI6iMqn5bSAQ4g/ viewform
Help for food producers related to livestock loss, forage loss, fencing, structures, water supply: https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/wildfire
Boarding horses or livestock: Zamora Arena is providing shelter. For assistance, contact Matthew Romero at 575-643-6805.
April Unite Nite Was A Good One!
With a focus on Voting Rights in the State of New Mexico, former Albuquerque City Councilor Lan Sena facilitated an engaging and informative conversation with our Secretary of State, Maggie Toulouse Oliver.
Click here to watch the entire event!
Unite Nite is a series of monthly meetings and presentations designed to help Bernalillo County Dems keep up-to-date and working together.
Plans for the coming months:
May 24: Candidates on the Primary Election Ballot
June 28: Jessica Velasquez, DPNM Chair and Sean Ward, DPNM Exec. Director – Coordinated Campaign Preview
Register in advance:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdemvqTIsHtQoECOatVt_lGvL633piqRq
Register once and choose to attend one or more of the meetings. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting/s.
West Side Democrats HD Democrat Forum
Did you miss the West Side Dems Forum featuring HD 12, 17, 26? Do you want to watch it again?
DPBC 2022 County Convention
Did you miss our county convention or just ready to watch it again?
Click here to watch the DPBC 2022 County Convention.
And don’t forget to subscribe to our youtube channel while you are there!
We’ve done Third Thursdays. Now here’s something new: DPBC is proud to launch Unite Nites, a series of meetings and presentations designed to help Bernalillo County Dems keep up-to-date and working together.
6:00 pm – Virtual Meet & Greet
6:30 pm – 7:30 PM – Program
- March 22: Mayor Tim Keller – CABQ Update
- April 26: Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver – Primary Election Preview
- May 24: Candidates on the Primary Election Ballot
- June 28: Jessica Velasquez, DPNM Chair and Sean Ward, DPNM Exec. Director – Coordinated Campaign Preview
Register in advance:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdemvqTIsHtQoECOatVt_lGvL633piqRq
Register once and choose to attend one or more of the meetings. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting/s.
Democratic candidates for State Auditor, State Treasurer and State Attorney General joined in a forum sponsored by the Democratic Parties of Bernalillo, Valencia and Sandoval Counties and answered questions from organizers. We have a recording of the entirety of the event, recorded Sunday, January 16, 2022. Have a look by linking to our YouTube Channel at: https://youtu.be/9svdJBgfilk
Want to pull lists of the Dems in your Ward or Precinct? It’s easy!
To support your work as a Ward or Precinct leader, you can generate lists of Dems in your area quickly and with minimal effort. Find out how it’s done in a short but informative virtual training.
To access the presentation, Click Here…
Did you have a chance to participate in DPBC’s recent training on “What is my role as a Ward or Precinct chair?” If not, the accompanying PowerPoint presentation given by DPBC Chair Flora Lucero provides a valuable overview of Party structure along with solid guidance regarding your responsibilities and available resources for organizing.
Democratic vision,
Democratic values
We stand with Democrats across New Mexico in our belief that every person matters. We believe all citizens should have an equal voice in how we as a people are governed, without undue influence by rich and powerful special interests.
We work for the 99%, and affirm the ties that bind us together as one human family.
These beliefs and many more important principles are presented in the Platform of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, which we fully support.
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