Rebecca Correa-Skartwed
SANDOVAL COUNTY COMMISSIONER
1765
Roots in Placitas, NM
About Rebecca
260 Years of New Mexico in Her Blood.
My name is Rebecca CorreaโSkartwed. In 1765, my ancestors arrived in Placitas, New Mexico, bringing only what was essential. Granted the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant by the Spanish Crown, they fought โ sometimes shedding blood โ to preserve it for those who would come after them.
Many generations of my family have served on the San Antonio de las Huertas Land Grant's Board of Trustees. Following in their footsteps, I became President of the San Antonio de las Huertas Land Grant โ the first woman ever to hold that position. In 2016, I was appointed by the Governor to the New Mexico Land Grant Council, and soon after, I was elected ViceโChair.
โAt the 2022 Legislature, I received the Lifetime Achievement Award for my advocacy on behalf of my community โ and for the accomplishments achieved during my service on the Council.โ
Today, I serve as an Advancement Strategist raising state appropriations for a historic New Mexico institution. I am also Director of the New Mexico Underserved Student Opportunity Program โ which brings students from across the state together, teaching genealogy, New Mexico Spanish (the first program in the state to do so), Indigenous Wisdom curriculum, and a Dinรฉ language program. Every student enrolled participates entirely free of charge.
I live in Placitas because my family's roots are here. I am deeply concerned about water issues. Water is life in New Mexico, and protecting this limited resource is nonโnegotiable. That is why I am running for County Commissioner.
Placitas Native
Lifetime Achievement Award 2022
Land Grant President
NM Land Grant Council
A Family That Serves
Service Is In Our Blood.
โService has always been a defining part of my family's life.ย Both my son and husband have served in law enforcement.
Our son began serving as a Police Service Aide with the City of Albuquerque and later continued his work in law enforcement with Bernalillo County. My oldest daughter dedicated 15 years to caring for others as a paramedic and nurse, and my youngest daughter served six years as an Army Reservist.
My husband and I raised our children to understand that serving their community is both a privilege and a responsibility. Their paths reflect that belief, and I carry that same commitment into my work with local agencies.
I know the fear of answering a phone call telling me that my loved one was involved in a shootingย in the line of duty while protecting others, because of these experiences...
Because of my family's experiences, I have a deep respect for the men and women who protect our communities every day. I understand the sacrifices they make, the risks they face, and the support they deserve.
Many people have looked after my children as they served, and I feel a sincere responsibility to stand with those who continue to serve all of us.
30 Years of Family Service
City of Santa Fe
City of Albuquerque
Bernalillo County
First Responder Advocate
Paramedic ยท 15 Years
Army Reservist ยท 6 Years
The Correa-Skartwed family โ a lifetime dedicated to serving New Mexico
What Rebecca Will Fight For
Protecting Our Water & Aquifers
The natural flow from the Sandia Mountains to the Rio Grande must be preserved. Disruptions to this hydrological system threaten the health of our aquifers โ the lifeblood of our communities. Water is non-negotiable, and Rebecca will defend it fiercely.
Upgrading Sandoval County Infrastructure
Rebecca is committed to securing funding to upgrade and improve the Sandoval County landfill, ensuring it meets modern community needs and environmental standards. Responsible infrastructure is a foundation of public health and civic trust.
Priorities forged not in a party headquarters, but in the acequias, classrooms, and communities of Sandoval County.
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Supporting Our First Responders
โI will ensure that all first responders receive the best tools, the best training, and the best mental health support. Police officers, paramedics, and firefighters protect us every day โ they deserve a county that protects them in return.
Opposing Large-Scale Water Threats
Rebecca opposes economic development projects โ such as large data centers โ that would significantly impact local water tables or threaten our already limited water supply. Growth cannot come at the cost of the resource our communities depend on to survive.
Preserving Historic Sites & Cultural Heritage
The Commissioner seat oversees land, water, infrastructure, and historic sites โ each essential to community wellbeing. Rebecca will protect the cultural heritage and historic places that define who we are as New Mexicans, ensuring future generations can know their identity and roots.
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Rebecca with family โ multi-generational New Mexico roots
From Land Grant to Legislature โย
Record of Results
A LIFE OF SERVICE
Rebecca's advocacy isn't new. It's been her entire life.
1765 ยท Founding
Ancestors Arrive in Placitas
The Correa family receives the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant from the Spanish Crown โ a legacy of sacrifice and service that shapes Rebecca to this day.
HISTORIC FIRST
First Woman President of the Land Grant
Rebecca becomes the first woman ever to serve as President of the San Antonio de las Huertas Land Grant Board of Trustees, following generations of family service.
2016 ยท APPOINTMENT
NM Land Grant Council โ Appointed & Elected Vice-Chair
Appointed by the Governor, Rebecca is quickly elected ViceโChair of the New Mexico Land Grant Council, amplifying her advocacy statewide.
2022 ยท RECOGNITION
Lifetime Achievement Award โ NM Legislature
The New Mexico Legislature honors Rebecca with the Lifetime Achievement Award for sustained community advocacy and landmark accomplishments on the Council.
TODAY
Director, NM Underserved Student Opportunity Program
Leading a first-of-its-kind program teaching New Mexico history, genealogy, New Mexico Spanish, Indigenous Wisdom, and Dinรฉ language โ entirely free for every enrolled student.
Trusted by the Community
Endorsements for Rebecca
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It is my privilege and my pleasure to endorse Rebecca Correa-Skarkwed for Sandoval County District 1 County Commissioner.ย I worked with Rebecca when she served as President of the San Antonio de Las Huertas Land Grant.ย As President, Rebecca did exceptional work managing Land Grant activities to protect the land, the water, and the people of our community.ย She performed so well that, when her term expired and she could not run again, the membership held a special election to extend her term by another 2ย years.ย When Rebecca was appointed to the New Mexico Land Grant Council, a state-authorized position, she earned the Lifetime Achievement Award for her services to the people of her community.ย You now have the opportunity to gain the benefits of her commitment and hard work for you and your family by supporting her run for District 1 County Supervisor.ย Remember, her dedication and hard work come election dayย -ย ย go out and vote for Rebecca Correa-Skartwed.ย
Encourage your friends to vote for her too!
ย Ex DFA Executive Budget Analyst
Phillip Clark
ย Ex New Mexico National Guardย ย Inspector General
Current Board Member โ Three Community Service Organizations
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I have been guided and led by Rebecca Skartwed's presidency during her tenure for The San Antonio de las Huertas land grant council. She truly worked for the people, and wanted the best outcome for them. I unequivocally support and endorse Rebecca's position.
Karen Macy
MA, LPCC, P.O. (ret.)
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I am proud to endorse Rebecca Correa-Skartwed for her proven leadership and commitment to the Placitas community. As President of the San Antonio de las Huertas Land Grant, she has brought in funding through the New Mexico Legislature, worked to secure resources for the community, and shown a steady commitment to the public good.
Rebecca has earned a reputation for building consensus and bringing people together around shared goals. She understands how to move projects forward, how to work with legislators, and how to turn community needs into real results.
Her experience with fundraising at Menaul School and her knowledge of the state grant process further demonstrate her ability to raise money and deliver support where it is needed most. Rebecca Correa-Skartwed is the kind of leader who listens, collaborates, and gets things done for the benefit of all.
Melanie
Community Leader
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