Montoya Transportation surges from family roots to regional impact
Christina Montoya expanded her family bus service in Silver City by restructuring debts with AMBank and partnering with The Loan Fund to replace aging buses. Despite mine layoffs shrinking enrollment, the company grew to 16 full time and five part time workers, transporting over 2000 students daily and maintaining contracts with Cobre Consolidated School District and later Freeport McMoRan mine operations.
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Christina Montoya
Cobre Consolidated
Montoya
Montoya Transportation
Ambank
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AM Bank
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Morones & Knuttinen LLC
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Cathy Sorenson
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School boards and state control of local districts
An English language excerpt argues government funding and programs expanded district administration, claiming state and federal power over local schools. It questions who should run public schools, suggesting possible constitutional or legislative routes to return control to communities, but notes constitutional barriers and public resistance.
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New Mexico
New Mexico Supreme Court
Outdoor water play ideas for Montessori families
Warmer weather invites outdoor water activities for children. Simple setups with child sized tools, safety tips, and learning moments about conservation are outlined. Activities include pouring, cleaning, art, science, and gardening projects with water, plus sunscreen and sun protection reminders.
Library director Schurdevin grads from leadership program
Lynette Schurdevin Rio Rancho library director and information services chief is among 28 New Mexico professionals who completed the 3rd Local Government Leadership Program. The program, a partnership of state associations and Leadership New Mexico, aims to expand leadership statewide.
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Leadership
New Mexico
Lynette Schurdevin
Rio Rancho
Schurdevin
Las Cruces
New Mexico Association of Counties
New Mexico Municipal League
New Mexico School Boards Association
Leadership New Mexico
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