Quay County

Quay County (pronounced “kway”) is a county located in Eastern New Mexico. As of the 2000 census, the population is 10,115.

The county seat is Tucumcari. Quay County was named for Pennsylvania Senator Matthew Quay, who supported New Mexico statehood. Quay County was founded on February 28, 1903, consists of 2,882 square miles and 7 square miles of water. With a population of 9,401 (Census 2010), the largest city is Tucumcari but other villages & communities include: House, Logan, San Jon, Forrest, Glenrio, McAlister, Nara Visa, Quay, and Wheatland.

Upcoming Events

16 Hour Verbal De-Escalation @ PSPG Albq. Office, 8341 Washington St. NE, Albq., NM

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Apr 22 @ 8:00 am – Apr 23 @ 5:00 pm

Description

This 16-hour training teaches students verbal de-escalation skills that apply psychology to aid highly agitated person in bringing their emotions under control. This training is intended for Detention Staff and Sheriff’s Deputies. Course is free to NMC Law Enforcement Insurance Pool Members. Non-members can inquire about attending (pending availability) for a fee. See attached flyer for more details. This course meets the annual NMLEA requirement.

https://www.nmcounties.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/16-Hr-De-Escalation-Albuq-April-2025-1.pdf

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BASIC Peer Support Training for First Responders (2 day) @ PSPG, 8341 Washington St. NE., Albq., NM

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May 8 @ 8:00 am – May 9 @ 5:00 pm

Description

This four-day course is designed to be interactive with live scenario situations. It is focused on teaching public safety personnel the art of peer support. Participants will gain crucial knowledge about communication skills and techniques that are effective in supportively working with people to gain a mutually beneficial outcome. Participants will also learn to address people in crisis in a manner that reduces tension and the possibility for physical injury to anyone involved. This course is accredited by the NMLEA. See attached flyer for more details.

https://www.nmcounties.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Basic-Peer-Support-May-Albq.-2025.pdf

ADVANCED Peer Support Training for First Responders (4 day) @ Doña Ana County Detention Ctr. 1850 Copper Lp., Las Cruces, NM

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May 20 @ 8:00 am – May 23 @ 5:00 pm

Description

This four-day course is designed to be interactive with live scenario situations. It is focused on teaching public safety personnel the art of peer support. Participants will gain crucial knowledge about communication skills and techniques that are effective in supportively working with people to gain a mutually beneficial outcome. Participants will also learn to address people in crisis in a manner that reduces tension and the possibility for physical injury to anyone involved. This course is accredited by the NMLEA. See attached flyer for more details.

https://www.nmcounties.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Advanced-Peer-Support-May-Las-Cruces-2025.pdf

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