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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1989
Page
1
A special supplement guides readers of all ages into the 1988 90 school year with sections on preparation routines study tips and educational resources. Section D covers additional guidance and activities for students and parents.
Rio Rancho officials push for accurate 1990 Census figures to avoid undercounting. Mayor Grover Nash cites past undercounting from 1980 and notes current population above 30,000 while federal recognition lags. A Complete Count Task Group will coordinate awareness with businesses, schools, religious groups, and media.
Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Commission voted to propose an amendment allowing religious institutions to run preschools and daycare in R-1 zones with fewer than five acres. The draft adds institutions of educational, religious or philanthropic nature and includes city programs as coverage. A public hearing drew opposition over neighborhood noise and tax competition, with final review set for Aug. 29.
Theresa Myers reports that alleged gambling at Meadowlark Senior Center has led to a temporary suspension of card playing. City Councilor Ken Cameron cited what he saw as illegal gambling during a recent tour, with Director John Gonzales noting multiple complaints and signs posted declaring gambling illegal.
Albuquerque Utilities Corp. seeks a 71 percent sewer rate increase, boosting annual revenues from $1.8 million to $3.8 million. Current charges are $14.50 monthly for single family homes and $13 for multi-dwelling units. proposed rises are $25.74 and $20.59 respectively. Hearing examiner Michael Barlow named. PSC response pending.
City officials continue to weigh reducing NM 528 speed from 55 to 40 mph between Southern Boulevard and Northern Boulevard after a 3-2 vote to table the discussion. Councilor Ken Cameron urged action citing a fatal bike collision near Panorama Heights and urged sending a resolution to the state highway department.
Jeff Lester 11, Rio Rancho, is the 1989 kit car Derby champion who just retired from Akron Ohio. He lost his first race in a photo finish but returned home with car-building tips to defend his Rio Rancho title next year. Lester raced his Rio Rancho winning car from July, and shared insights gathered across the country with select local racers.
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