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As of March 23, 2021:

*Includes testing by IHS & NMDOH

**New cases: 2 (since 3-10-21) (average of 0.15 cases/day)

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NM Notify Phone App Launches in New Mexico

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health on Tuesday announced the launch of an Exposure Notification System. When activated on a Smart Phone, the app alerts individuals when they have been exposed to someone who has verified that they are infected with COVID-19.

 “This is a powerful tool in the fight to stop the spread of COVID-19. We strongly encourage the public to activate the NM Notify app on your iPhone or Android phone,” said NMDOH Secretary Dr. Tracie Collins. “In combination with vaccination, testing, and continued COVID-safe practices, this app will help us contain COVID-19 and protect New Mexicans.”

The app was designed in a first-of-its-kind partnership between Google and Apple. Once downloaded, the app uses Bluetooth technology to communicate with other phones that have activated the app. Then, if one of the users verifies an infection of COVID-19, all users that have been in contact with the infected person within a 14-day period will receive a notification of possible exposure. The app then directs users on next steps to prevent additional spread of COVID-19.

The NM Notify app is completely safe and anonymous, and fully protects users’ privacy. No personal data is collected through the app. The app is in wide use in many states and around the globe. According to Google and Apple data, every two downloads of the app can prevent one infection. To learn more about the NM Notify Exposure Notification app, go to NMNotify.com. 

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Improving public health conditions in most New Mexico counties have allowed for expanded capacity at Motor Vehicle Division field offices, many of which now have next-day appointment availability.

All services that cannot be completed online are available at most offices. Road tests, however, can be conducted only in “green” or “turquoise” counties.

Appointments are still required and can be made at mvdonline.com using the MVD Direct scheduler. Customers will find a link to the scheduling tool near the top of the home page.

“We want to make sure people know that we’re in a much better position to serve them now.  Public health is still a top priority in our offices, but we do have much more availability than we did just a month ago,” said New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Secretary Stephanie Schardin Clarke.

The new MVD Direct scheduler allows customers to check in by text message from their cars when they arrive for their appointments. They’ll then receive a text notification when their number is called.

The number of people allowed in MVD lobbies will continue to be limited. With the exception of counties designated as ‘red’, customers will no longer be screened at the entrances, but they will agree when making their appointments not to show up if they are exhibiting any symptoms related to COVID-19.

Throughout the pandemic, MVD has worked to move more of its services online to meet customer demand while ensuring COVID-19 safety. About 3,200 transactions per month that used to require in-person service are currently being completed outside of MVD offices due to innovations made by MVD throughout the pandemic.

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March is recognized as “National Women’s History Month”.  The Mescalero Violence Against Women Program (VAW) joins in this recognition, by acknowledging Congress Women Deb Haaland and Sharice Davids.  These women, alongside other prestigious women lobbied in Washington DC for policy change to create programs such as our local VAW Program, which stems from what is known as the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA).  Deborah Parker, a member of the Tulalip/Yaqui tribe also supported the policy change.

The VAWA Act, which was a United States federal law, helped to create programs at the local/tribal level in Indian communities.  These programs were designed to assist victims of domestic violence; as a response program in getting victims (and their children) to safety.

In acknowledgement for the efforts of our Indigenous Women, the VAW staff displayed posters throughout the community admiring the varied accomplishments of these women.  Some include those who overcame challenges to make positive changes within the United States Government.  The same applied locally.  Experiencing domestic violence and becoming a survivor of domestic violence is a challenge.  Earning a degree, getting a job, maintaining a home, are also challenges.  Women today, are fighters.  We applaud all women, particularly in our local community, for their strength and endurance.  

Thank you VAW for reminding us that all women are strong!

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Submit your mobile phone number to receive calls about emergency messages from the Tribe!

Use the link to submit!

Mescalero Apache Tribe Emergency Communication System

Recently, the Tribe sent out an emergency message about the Red Flag Warning due to severe weather conditions on March 12^th.

To ensure all reservation residents don’t miss calls about emergency messages, we invite you to submit your mobile phone number.

This service is at no charge and is a great way to be informed.

IF your landline services are with Mescalero Apache Telecom Inc. (MATI), your landline is automatically included in the Emergency Communication System.

Thank you!

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As of March 16, 2021:

*Includes testing by IHS & NMDOH

**New cases: 0 (since 3-10-21)

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