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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1999
Page
2
A reader named Cassandra DeCamp vents about the Rio Rancho Public School system claiming the board is the problem. She warns the district is a time bomb and foresees a petty lawsuit sparked by student security harassment, vowing to attend with a smirk when it happens.
Pete Ross Attorne y al law responds to Rep Vanderstar Russell’s six points on a proposed school voucher program. He argues fraud statutes cover fraudulent obtaining or redeeming vouchers, and embezzlement or civil actions would address improper collection or postclosure issues. He notes remedies depend on intent and outlines possible civil and criminal recovery for damages.
Jim Svejcar laments water scarcity in the Rio Grande Valley. He accuses city leaders and developers of overuse, questions environmental groups' effectiveness, and warns of dire consequences if drought continues. He urges action to halt new permits, golf courses, and parks to conserve scarce water.
Gloria G. Smith and family urge action after their son Stan Smith was killed at 25, linking the tragedy to gaps in post release mental health care. They call for public support of better mental health services to prevent future losses and promote community well being.
A University of New Mexico study surveys 1 339 residents across Sandoval County showing high praise for officers politeness trust in policing and feeling safe at night while revealing concerns about home breakins and drunk driving. The SCCOPETI effort promotes citizen involvement and a Sandoval County Citizens Police Academy trains residents in police practices, reducing mistrust and boosting cooperation.
Residents note SCCOPE's 1995 plan amid a multi stage approach to improve policing. The initiative trains personnel in community oriented policing and supports groups like Neighborhood Crime Watch and Crime Stoppers. Lang invites comments via Sandoval County Admin Offices in Bernalillo NM.
Butch Miller argues the House Appropriations Subcommittee’s $825 million VA boost is a shell game. He cites a $2 billion cut to VA medical care, $3 billion restored in emergency spending, and warns that without an extra $1.1 billion VA services and funding will be slashed. He calls for Congress to enact the GI Bill of Health to expand access for retirees and veterans, and urges Senate action to sustain VA care. Miller is national commander of the American Legion.
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