Highlights from the Week of July 19, 2021
There's a lot going on in the City Different!
Five Small Steps for
Saving Lots of Water
When it comes to water, small steps do make a big difference. The City of Santa Fe is in a strong position when it comes to water. But in light of the serious drought we’re experiencing, there are ways we can all pitch in and conserve water.

Here are five smart and easy ways to save water:

  1. Download the Eye on Water app: santafenm.gov/eye_on_water. It will let you know if you’ve got a leak and how much water you’re using.
  2. Don’t water between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and only water three times a week.
  3. Try to use no more than 55 gallons of water per person per day—The Eye on Water app will keep track for you!
  4. Ask the City for a free water audit at your home by calling (505) 955-4225. You’re almost guaranteed to learn ways to lower your water use—and your water bill.
  5. Learn how to tackle leaks: savewatersantafe.com/water-waste-leaks. A typical home can lose between 2,000 and 20,000 gallons of water per year due to leaks—and that’s water we can’t afford to waste.

“We’re fortunate in Santa Fe that our water resources are secure,” said Mayor Alan Webber, “but saving water is always a good idea and it’s something we can all do. Small but important steps add up to large and significant gains. Please put these water saving tips into practice and share them with others. It’s how the City Different makes a difference.” 

Learn more about the City's array of water-saving tips and programs at savewatersantafe.com.
MAYOR'S NOTE:
Summer Fun in the
Greatest Place
We’ve always known it, but now it’s official: TIME has included Santa Fe on its list of 100 World’s Greatest Places 2021. Our Tourism Department estimates that 18 million readers could see this article. In other words, this kind of publicity should make us all proud—and is also likely to boost our economy. 

This summer we also happen to be showcasing what's so spectacular about Santa Fe. No sooner does the Folk Art Market pull up stakes than the Spanish markets set up for this weekend. AMP Concerts is putting on a wonderful series of free shows on the Plaza and on the Southside. There’s flamenco dancing that dazzles at The Lodge and the Fire Department is making Saturdays come alive for the kids. In August we're partnering with the world-renown Santa Fe Opera to offer free screenings of "Opera in the Park" in Villa Linda Park; Indian Market, Fiestas and Zozobra are all headed our way.

So here’s a heartfelt "Viva Santa Fe!"

And here's a word of caution: The Delta variant is out there. To enjoy the bounty of this summer, we all need to stay safe from COVID. Get vaccinated if you haven’t yet. Tell friends and family to take appropriate precautions to keep each other safe. The way we take care of each other is one more reminder that we live in one of the world’s greatest places.
Back-to-School Bags
The Environmental Services Division has collaborated with Santa Fe Public Schools to reduce plastic waste and provide residents with reusable bags by donating 5,000 BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag) shopping bags for the schools' summer Chromebook exchange. The program was funded by the "Bag Fee" ordinance, which sets a fee for the use of paper bags in order to reduce plastic litter pollution, conserve resources, and encourage reusable products.
Making Santa Fe Safer
The Fire Department is proud to announce that six of its personnel – Jake Hayman, Keith Armijo, Kevin Fetzer, Joshua Bregman, Nick Penner, and Erik Hickey (not pictured) – have recently completed training to become Paramedics, the highest level of EMS licensure in the state. Paramedic School is an intensive process consisting of over 1500 hours of classroom, lab, and clinical content. Bravo to these graduates!
Kids Cool Down Tomorrow
As you can see in the photo, last Saturday's Kids Cool Down was a blast. So here's a reminder that the Parks Division and the Fire Department are going to throw another Kids Cool Down at Franklin Miles Park tomorrow, Saturday, July 24. The waterworks go live at 11:30. Play on the courts and run around the fields, get cooled down, and make a day of it with a picnic lunch. And don’t forget to bring the beach towels.
City Job Fair on July 31
The City of Santa Fe will host a job fair on July 31, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Genoveva Chavez Community Center. Representatives from city departments will be available for information and questions, and the Human Resources team will assist with the application process. Check out the job openings at santafenm.gov/jobs!
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