City of Santa Fe Weekly Wrap

City of Santa Fe

Weekly Wrap

Highlights from the Week of August 29, 2022

Community, Solutions

On August 30, the City hosted a round-table discussion with nearly 200 community members on the topic of homelessness in our community. We are grateful to everyone who showed up to listen, learn, and share their perspective to help create a meaningful conversation around solutions for this complex issue.

This week, the City and Santa Fe County also introduced a joint resolution committing to work collaboratively and coordinate efforts to support unsheltered individuals. Going forward, it is important that we work with all members of our community, including those who are currently experiencing homelessness, to address the many pieces of the puzzle that make up this complex issue and create a pathway to housing for everyone who needs it.

Burn Old Man Gloom

The 98th Burning of Zozobra takes place tonight at Fort Marcy!

Road closures around the area will begin at 3 p.m., and will remain in effect until the event has concluded and all pedestrian traffic has departed the event area. Please drive carefully and plan ahead for delays, and remember to celebrate safely tonight.

More information:

burnzozobra.com

New Murals Ready for Zozobra

The Parks and Open Spaces Division has collaborated with the Santa Fe Waldorf School and the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe to provide a fun opportunity for youth artists and create artwork celebrating the Burning of Zozobra! You can view the students' colorful depiction of Old Man Gloom facing off with the Santa Fe Fuego, Santa Fe’s minor league baseball team, above the concession stand at Fort Marcy Park through the end of September.

CHART Final Report Available for Review

The CHART final report has been completed after 11 months of public engagement: public dialogues, listening sessions, interviews, surveys, art activations, a cultural history series, a blog, and more. The report documents the CHART process and includes 52 recommendations to the Governing Body. Artful Life, lead consultant on the project, gave a presentation about the findings during Wednesday's City Council meeting. View the recording here.

MYAB Seeking New Members

Know a teenager or young adult looking for a way to get involved and make change in their community? Young people ages 13 to 21 are encouraged to apply for open seats on the the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board (MYAB)! Participating on the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Board is an excellent leadership opportunity that allows youth to give input on issues and projects that impact young people in Santa Fe. Click here for more info and for instructions on how to apply.

Upcoming Labor Day Closures, Holiday Trash Collection Changes

All City of Santa Fe offices will be closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day. There will be no residential trash and recycling collection on the holiday, and all collections will slide forward by one day (see graphic).

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