Rio Rancho Council Censure Fails to Heal City Strife
The Rio Rancho Governing Body voted to censure Councilor Chuck Wilkins for conflicts of interest, fueling acrimony. editors warn of ongoing feuding likely through next year’s election, urging unity on roads water and development amid 4-2 votes and stalled progress.
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Public lands key to New Mexico business, says letter
A NM business owner argues public lands support tourism and local economies. Citing Small Business Majority data, the writer warns against privatizing national lands and urges Washington to protect public lands to sustain growth and jobs.
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Councilor Wilkins plan sparking reprieve on water hikes
City leaders debate water rate increases as Rio Rancho plans to fund over $100 million in short term improvements. Economists note demand governs price while 23 percent of water remains unsold but ratepayers bear the pumping costs. Moses Winston is cited.
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Rio Rancho city council weighs options on impact fees
Dawnn Robinson notes Rio Rancho faces costly infrastructure from new development and moratoriums. A council committee proposes hiring a consultant to review the Impact Fee Ordinance while promoting other incentives. The plan aims to balance legal risk, economics, and growth.
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Budget trends and tax options in Rio Rancho plan
The Rio Rancho budget shows declining recurring revenue from 54.9 million to 53.6 million with a projected ending fund balance near 13.8 percent. Critics question moving 911 costs to a special fund and the effect on true expenditures and audits, while proposals include a 0.38 and 0.125 percent sales tax rise, a road bond, and higher property taxes to cover roads and ongoing expenses. The city warns that one time GRT gains from large developments are fading and warns of lower end balances in FY17.
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