Weekly Wrap

October 20, 2023

Main Library Restoration Work Complete

The historic Main Branch of the Santa Fe Public Library, originally built in 1907, has just undergone an essential restoration/stabilization project to improve the building's appearance, stabilize the exterior of the facility, and ensure its continued use to the community for years to come! The project, led by the City's Facilities Division, including stucco patching, sealing cracks, and repainting to protect the building from further weather damage.

This stabilization work has improved the appearance of the building and will keep it in good health until the Facilities Division embarks on a comprehensive historic renovation project in the years to come. Great work, everyone!

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City Youth Symposium Begins

The Recreation Division and the Mayor's Youth Advisory Board kicked off the 2023 Youth Symposium yesterday, bringing together middle and high school-aged Santa Feans to share ideas and brainstorm about how to improve the city and the future of our community. A big thank you to the Railyard Park, The Vladem Contemporary, Site Santa Fe, and New Mexico School for the Arts for hosting the first round of break-out sessions!

Celebrating the 2023 Eclipse

The Santa Fe Public Library went all in for the 2023 Annular Eclipse! Staff distributed 2,488 free pairs of certified eclipse glasses to community members in advance of Saturday's solar display, and on the morning of the big event, the Southside Branch hosted a viewing party with close to 500 attendees. We hope everyone had a blast!

Fitch Ratings Affirms City Bonds at AA+

Fitch Ratings, an independent international statistical rating organization designated by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, has affirmed the City of Santa Fe’s issuer default rating and bond ratings at "AA+."

Characterizing the city's rating outlook as "stable," Fitch said, "The city's 'AA+' IDR and GO bond ratings reflect ample revenue flexibility, demonstrated spending control, a moderate long-term liability burden and the maintenance of superior financial resilience."

Mayor Alan Webber said, "The AA+ rating by Fitch affirming the City's issuer default rating and bond ratings is welcome news and good news. Our audit is late: No excuse. At the same time, Fitch's rating is telling Santa Feans that our fiscal house is in order and we are sound and secure financially."

Our Office of Economic Development (OED) is a proud host and co-sponsor of the upcoming New Mexico Outdoor Economics Conference, designed to connect outdoor recreation businesses to support and resources and grow the outdoor recreation industry. Be sure to sign up for the OED newsletter to get news about these kind of opportunities – and much more – for business and entrepreneurs!

Plaza Holiday Decorating Starts on Monday

In preparation for the holidays, the City of Santa Fe Parks and Open Space Division will be working to decorate the Santa Fe Plaza beginning Monday, October 23, 2023, through Wednesday, November 22, 2023. Designated areas of the Plaza will be closed while staff are at work and barricades will be utilized for safety. Please use caution around the work areas and maintain a safe distance from equipment – and be sure to give the team a wave to say thanks if you see them!

After the decorating is complete, the City will host the annual Plaza Holiday Lighting Event to celebrate the start of the holiday season. More details of the celebration will be announced in the coming weeks, so stay tuned!

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