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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 2013
Page
1
District 1 City Councilor Chuck Wilkins invites residents to an 6:30 p.m. meeting at Loma Colorado Main Library to discuss the August 20 municipal election and a proposed tax reduction. He may seek approval to create a separate 1/8 of 1% gross receipts tax for public safety and reviews voter photo ID requirements.
The Rio Rancho Public Schools Board of Education moved its first meeting of the month from Aug. 12 to Monday Aug. 5 at 5 30 p.m. in the district offices board room. Agenda includes a resolution to retain gross receipts taxes for higher education and a Sandoval County Juvenile Justice alternative education program at Rio Rancho High School. An executive session is scheduled for 4 30 p.m.
The article celebrates four decades of City of Vision service, highlighting longtime leadership, community programs, and ongoing projects shaping the city landscape. It notes anniversaries of key departments and the continued commitment to public welfare. The piece emphasizes civic pride and future plans.
About 200 people heard opposing panels Thursday at Rio Rancho High School debate whether to cut the quarter cent higher education tax for four year universities and fund public safety with a new one eighth cent. City councilors back the cut to redirect funds to firefighters and police. supporters argue the tax helps all four year institutions and UNM West.
Rio Rancho, touted as the safest city in the state, hosts at least 30 gangs with 455 members, say police. Sergeants Nicholas Onken and David Kent describe graffiti as the clearest sign of gang activity and outline anti gang enforcement efforts in response to inquiries.
Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Fully Charged Circus performs five shows at Santa Ana Star Center. Cathy Carden and David Shipman, both with deep circus roots, discuss family legacies and pursuing their dreams under the big top.
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