Rio Rancho Ethics Code Committee Faces Open Forum Debate
The Observer endorses a formal ethics code for Rio Rancho officials and city staff. The open meetings committee, chaired by Everett with six other appointees, is urged to allow on topic public input and provide a public forum for resident comments while delivering at least two recommendations within three months.
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Act of Kindness Day Draws Large Rio Rancho Crowd
Hundreds of Rio Ranchoans gathered at Haynes Park for the fourth annual Acts of Kindness Day. Participants joined a chain of kindness and signed pledges of future kind acts, as organizers Rio Rancho Public Schools Anti Bullying Committee and the City of Rio Rancho underscored community compassion.
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Rio Rancho Leaders Signal Progress on Local Jobs
Reader letter praises city efforts to attract jobs in Rio Rancho led by the mayor and council after one year in office. Advocates pursuing a balance between low wage and white collar roles while focusing on bigger opportunities, citing a 24/7 Wall St ranking and urging patience as plans unfold.
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Community Health Costs Prompt Frustration in Rio Rancho
Bruce Hutchinson raises concerns about Molina health insurance requiring pre authorization causing delays for specialist care at UNM SRMC in Rio Rancho. He criticizes bureaucratic inefficiency, notes echoed by editor Jeffrey Paul and letter writer Dirk Knowles urging stricter penalties for drunk driving and support for funding city needs.
New Mexico ends civil forfeiture without prior action
Governor Susana Martinez signed a law to end civil forfeiture without prior judicial action in New Mexico. The Legislature unanimously supported repealing the practice amid concerns over constitutional rights and police funding impacts, while critics warn it may hinder enforcement and budgeting priorities.
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Harper blocks full capital outlay story with last minute amendments
Local readers hear that Rep. Jason Harper amended the capital outlay bill in the final 15 minutes, shifting about 80 million in projects. He allegedly cut senior programs and infrastructure while funding a new spaceport hangar and southeast highway work, prompting criticism from opponents.
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