Councilor Hill urged anti smoking law faces defeat
An editorial argues the proposed ordinance to help workers harmed by second hand smoke was flawed and defeated on second reading. It urges Hill to use negotiating efforts with employers and offers Observer support via a hotline to assist affected employees.
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Treasury to redesign the hundred dollar bill for anti counterfeiting
The Treasury plans the first major redesign since 1929 aiming to outpace counterfeiters. The new $100 will feature a larger Ben Franklin image, an embedded color changing thread, and anti wrinkle features. The change may raise costs for criminals using large cash sums.
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Pets need love not euthanasia in Rio Rancho shelter
A reader laments the Rio Rancho Animal Control shelter's euthanization rate of about 75 animals monthly while praising adopters and reclaimers in the animal rescue community. She shares her own rescue history, promotes spaying and neutering, and urges readers to adopt and support humane treatment rather than letting pets breed.
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Rio Rancho letters urge school district funding fairness
Readers criticize APS and Jemez Valley for cafeteria equipment removal in Rio Rancho and question funding, service, and control. They urge officials to protect students, preserve meal service, and explore private providers while highlighting second-hand smoking concerns for local policy.
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Observer Action Line notes readers' comments
The Observer lists reader remarks from its Action Line. Call 867-4700 ext 2003 with comments on any issue. Anonymity is allowed and entries may be edited for space.
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Public opinion snippets prompt reader feedback
Letters and survey prompts from The Observer invite reader reactions on crime reporting, bike path loitering, handicap parking abuse, traffic light timing, city beautification, Rio Rancho school cafeteria surplus, land development concerns, and a nosmoking ordinance. Readers question APS cafeteria supplies and road capacity while weighing a public stance on city issues.
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