• How and Where Do I Get a Marriage License?
• Where Do I Register to Vote?
• Where Do I Pay My Property Taxes?
• How Do I Contact the Metropolitan Detention Center?
• How Do I Place a Lien on Someone's Property?
• How Can I Contact the Albuquerque / Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority?
• How can we find out who owns a problem property in our neighborhood?
• How Do I Recycle Trash?
• What can I do when I find hyperdermic needles in the street or parks or anywhere out in the open.
• What is today's weather?
• How do I contact the Chamber of Commerce?
• How do I contact Albuquerque Job Corps?
• Where can I find information on the Albuquerque Isotopes?
• What is the number to the Garden Center?
• My gas/electric line/service is broken/interrupted.
• Where do I find the Mexican Consulate?
• Do you take moving violation payments, and if not who does?
• How do I report a landlord complaint?
• Where do I get a birth certificate?
• How do I get a copy of my divorce decree?
• How can I contact the Motor Vehicle Department?
• How do I apply for Child Support?
• I need a phone number for the WIC office.
• Where do I call to get Food Stamps?
• Where can I go for Immunizations?
• Where can I get welfare?
• Where can I apply for Medicaid?
• Where can I get food stamps?
• Where do I report child abuse?
• Where can I get information regarding commodities?
• How do I find out information on road conditions?
• How do I contact the Department of Labor?
• I hit a pothole on the freeway and I need my car fixed.
• Tramway needs to be swept.
• Who maintains the freeways?
• Where can I apply for Medicaid?
• How do I apply for a New Mexico driver's license?
• How do I contact our members of Congress?
• How hard is my water?
• How Can I Contact the Albuquerque / Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority?
• What is the gross receipts tax rate in Albuquerque?

How and Where Do I Get a Marriage License?

You may contact the Bernalillo County Clerk at 468-1290. You may go in person to the 6th floor of the City / County government building (map). Paid parking is available downtown, with handicap - accessible parking at the street level.

Where Do I Register to Vote?

To find information on all aspects of voter registration and voting procedures, visit the website of the Bernalillo County Clerk.

To contact the Bernalillo County Clerk's office:

• Mail: One Civic Plaza, 6th Floor, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (map)
• Telephone: (505) 768-4090
• FAX: (505) 768-4361 (Bureau of Elections)
• Email: clerk@bernco.gov
• Hours: The County Clerk's main office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Where Do I Pay My Property Taxes?

Contact the County Treasurer's Office at 468-7031. The County Treasury office is located in the basement of the City / County Building (map). Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How Do I Contact the Metropolitan Detention Center?

You can call the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) at 839-8700. Or visit the MDC website.

How Do I Place a Lien on Someone's Property?

To place a lien or find out about a claim of lien, call the County Clerks' office at 768-4090.

How Can I Contact the Albuquerque / Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority?

The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is responsible for providing water and sewer services to Albuquerque residents. For more information, including accessibility, contact Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority Customer Service at 505-842-WATR (9287) or visit the Water Utility Authority website.

How can we find out who owns a problem property in our neighborhood?

You can visit the Bernalillo County Assessor's Office. You should be given the name and address of the person to whom the Tax Assessment Notice is being mailed. The County Assessor's Office can be reached by phone at (505) 222-3700.

The Bernalillo County Treasurer's Office can tell you who is currently paying the property taxes on the property. Some information may be available by phone if you have the exact street address. 

How Do I Recycle Trash?

The City of Albuquerque has a recycling program. Learn all about it recycling in Albquerque >>

What can I do when I find hyperdermic needles in the street or parks or anywhere out in the open.

When you come across hyperdermic needles and they appear to be used or bloody do not touch them call the Albuquerque Fire Department at (505) 833-7391. If you are in the Bernalillo County call (505) 345-5600.

The Fire Department will send a crew to pick up the needles, please do not pick them up or touch them or allow your children or any child to touch them in any way.

If you suspect a dangerous situation always call 911.

What is today's weather?

For today's weather from The National Weather Service click here. Local weather for Albuquerque is found at weather.gov.

How do I contact the Chamber of Commerce?

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce contact information is as follows:

• Mailing Address: P.O. Box 25100, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87125

• Physical Address: 115 Gold Ave. S.W., Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
• Phone: (505) 764-3700
• Fax: (505) 764-3714
• Website: http://www.abqchamber.com

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven advocacy and information organization for the business community and new residents. They offer relocation packages for new residents and numerous benefits for members.

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is not a City of Albuquerque service. All inquiries should be forwarded to the Chamber at the above contact numbers.

How do I contact Albuquerque Job Corps?

You can contact the Albuquerque Job Corps at (505) 346-2562. They are located at 1500 Indian School RD NW (map). Parking is available.

Where can I find information on the Albuquerque Isotopes?

The Albuquerque Isotopes is the Florida Marlins AAA farm club. You can reach them at:

• Address: 1601 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
• Phone: 505-924-2255
• Fax: 505-242-8899
• Email: info@albuquerquebaseball.com

What is the number to the Garden Center?

The Garden Center is a privately run organization located directly across from the Los Altos Pool. The telephone number is 296-6020.

My gas/electric line/service is broken/interrupted.

If you have a gas leak or if you smell gas, this is an emergency situation. Call the New Mexico Gas Company immediately at 1-888-NMGASCO (664-2726).

If your gas line is broken and it is outside of your house, the New Mexico Gas Company will repair it. If your gas line is broken and it is inside your house, you are responsible for the repair. The New Mexico Gas Company will remove the gas meter and re-install it once the problem inside of the house has been corrected.

Contact the New Mexico Gas Company at 1-888-NMGASCO (664-2726) with any questions.

Visit the New Mexico Gas Company website for more information.

Where do I find the Mexican Consulate?

The Mexican Consulate is located 1610 Fourth (map).

They can be reached at 247-2347 or 247-2139.

Do you take moving violation payments, and if not who does?

The City only accepts parking citation payments that are 15 days and under. You may mail your payment to:

Motor Vehicle Dept, P.O. Box 1028, Santa Fe NM 87504

Or, you may make payment in person at the Metropolitan Courthouse.

• Location: 401 Lomas NW, 5th floor (map)
• Parking: Available in the area, as is handicapped access.
• Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Phone Numbers: 841-8151 - main number; 841-8213 or 841-9850 information desks

How do I report a landlord complaint?

Landlord complaints are handled by the State of New Mexico. To report a complaint, please contact 1-505-983-8447.

Where do I get a birth certificate?

You may get birth certificates (or a copy) from the State of New Mexico Health Department, Public Health Division, Stanford Public Health Office, 1111 Stanford, NE., phone (505) 841-4185 or 841-4186.

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree?

You can obtain a copy of your divorce decree at the State of New Mexico Judicial District Court. For Albuquerque, their phone number is (505) 841-7425.

How can I contact the Motor Vehicle Department?

Issues relating to the Motor Vehicle Department and handled by the State of New Mexico. Their toll-free number is 1-888-683-4636. For additional information, including locations, please visit the MVD website.

How do I apply for Child Support?

The State of New Mexico, Human Services Department handles this. Please call (505) 841-7174

I need a phone number for the WIC office.

There are several locations in Albuquerque, at least one office in each quadrant in the city. Please visit the WIC website to learn more.

Where do I call to get Food Stamps?

The state has three locations in Albuquerque:

• Lamberton Place NE office is (505) 841-7700
• Williams SE office is (505) 841-2600
• Coors Rd SW office is (505) 841-2300

Where can I go for Immunizations?

Immunization information may be obtained from the State of New Mexico, Department of Health District One main office is located at 1111 Stanford Dr., NE. You can reach them at (505) 841-4160. Visit the NMDOH website.

Immunizations are also available through NMDOH field offices at City of Albuquerque Health and Social Service Centers.

Where can I get welfare?

Welfare Assistance is provided by the State of New Mexico, Department of Human Services, Income Support Division. Visit their website.

Where can I apply for Medicaid?

Medicaid is available through the State of New Mexico Income Support at 1-800-432-6217.

Where can I get food stamps?

Food stamps are distributed through the State of New Mexico, Department of Human Services, Income Support Division.

Where do I report child abuse?

Report suspected child abuse to:

• The City of Albuquerque Police Department, Crimes Against Children division located at 400 Roma, NW, phone (505) 761-4060
• State of New Mexico, Department of Children Youth and Families, Child Protective Services-Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline located at 300 San Mateo, Blvd., NE., phone (505) 841-6100
• Bernalillo County Sheriff's Department, Child Abuse-Sex Crimes Unit located at 400 Marquette Ave., NW., phone (505) 768-4111

Where can I get information regarding commodities?

State of New Mexico, Department of Human Services, Commodities Bureau located at 1425 Williams St., SE., phone (505) 841-2687, provides commodity assistance for eligible citizens of Bernalillo County.

ECHO Inc., at 1301 Broadway Blvd., NE, phone (505) 242-6777, provides commodity assistance for low income applicants under 6 years of age not on a WIC program and seniors over the age of 60.

Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico located at 2500 Gibson Blvd., SE, phone (505) 247-2052, provides referral information on commodity distribution locations, phone calls only, no walk in service.

Commodities are also distributed by the Department of Family & Community Services, Health and Social Service Centers.

How do I find out information on road conditions?

The New Mexico Department of Transportation maintains information on road conditions overall regarding state roads along with conditions during inclement weather.

Visit the NMDOT website.

Road advisories can be obtained by calling 1-800-432-4269 or visiting the Road Advisory website.

How do I contact the Department of Labor?

The Albuquerque Office of the New Mexico Department of Labor is located at 501 Mountain Road NE (map). Their phone number is (505) 841-4000.

I hit a pothole on the freeway and I need my car fixed.

The highway as well as State maintained roads, such as Tramway Blvd and Paseo Del Norte, are the responsibilty of the New Mexico Highway Department.

If you damage you car on the highway or any State road you may call the New Mexico Highway Department in Albuquerque at (505) 841-2700 to get help with your situation.

Tramway needs to be swept.

Tramway Blvd is maintained by the New Mexico State Highway Department you may make a request for sweeping by calling (505) 841-2700.

Who maintains the freeways?

The New Mexico Department of Transportation maintains Interstate 40 and Interstate 25 as well as Tramway Boulevard.

For more information on maintenance and construction on the freeways and Tramway Boulevard, you can call the New Mexico Highway Department of Transportation at (505)-841-2700. You can also visit their website at http://www.nmshtd.state.nm.us/.

Potholes on City streets can be reported on-line.

Where can I apply for Medicaid?

For Medical Assistance (Medicaid) toll free dial 1 then 800 432-6217 or apply at any one of the four State of New Mexico Income Support offices.

How do I apply for a New Mexico driver's license?

The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division administers drivers licenses. Visit the MVD website.

How do I contact our members of Congress?

You can look up the New Mexico Congressional contact information including biographies at the Congressional Directory.

How hard is my water?

"Hardness" refers to the calcium and magnesium content of water. Depending on which wells provide your water, the hardness will range from soft to moderately hard.

For more information on Water Quality, visit the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority website.

How Can I Contact the Albuquerque / Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority?

The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is responsible for providing water and sewer services to Albuquerque residents. For more information, including accessibility, contact Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority Customer Service at (505) 768-2500.

What is the gross receipts tax rate in Albuquerque?

The gross receipts tax rate is 6.875%. For more information about the gross receipts tax rate, contact the City Treasurer at (505) 768-3309.