Portales ISD closed temporarily

PORTALES — Following a positive employee test for COVID-19, the New Mexico Human Services Department has temporarily closed the Roosevelt County Income Support Division Office.

Customers are asked to use the ISD’s online portal at yes.state.nm.us, or visit the Curry County ISD office at 3316 N. Main from 10 a.m. to noon daily. The offices have implemented limited lobby hours and curbside services, with a limit of five individuals allowed inside the lobby. Visitors are asked to stay in their car for office visits.

According to the release, ISD staffers wear personal protective equipment and practice social distancing, and all employees are screened prior to their shifts. The affected employee, the release said, followed every guideline and did not have any interaction to the public.