The New Mexico Health Secretary issued a public health order, effective March 13, suspending mass gatherings in New Mexico. The health order currently mandates the closure of all facilities that host mass gatherings. According to a city-issued news release, for the safety and security of Gallup residents, the city is taking the precaution to close the following city facilities until further notice:
- El Morro Theatre and Events Center
- Red Rock Park Convention Center
- Aquatic Center
- Gallup Senior Center
- Cecil Garcia Fitness Center
- Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center
- Harold Runnels Athletic Complex
- Octavia Fellin Public Library and Children’s Library
- Gallup Veteran’s Center
- Boys and Girls Club
- Ford Canyon Fields – organized events and league play postponed
- Sports Complex – organized events and league play postponed
- Tony Dorsett Football Field- organized events and league play postponed
The Fox Run Golf Course will remain open for daily play; however, golf tournaments are postponed.
Seniors who can drive will have the ability to pick up lunches in a drive-thru capacity at the Senior Center. The city is also continuing home delivery meals. Transportation services will continue for medical or health appointments. For additional questions about senior services call (505) 722-4740.
The City of Gallup departments will work actively with all sports tournaments, league play, or other reserved events or bookings across all facilities to answer questions and get events rescheduled and rebooked.
In addition, the Municipal Court and City Hall will remain open, and extra precautions are being taken with regards to cleanliness and disinfecting throughout all city facilities.
Outdoor facilities throughout the City of Gallup are remaining open but the city discourages residents from gathering in groups at these facilities for safety reasons.
The City of Gallup will continue to update the public via its Facebook, printed notifications outside City Hall, and alerts through gallupnm.gov.
For information about novel coronavirus please contact the Gallup Fire Department at (505) 722-4195. All city offices remain staffed at this time and will continue to communicate with the public.
