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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1983
Page
2
The city raises constitutional questions about taxing residents who gain little benefit from the flood tax and notes Rio Rancho residents outside the Mantayas watershed. Officials say canceling the flood tax election may influence the five mill proposal. A Sep 7 agenda could include rescinding the Mood tax with cost estimates for Montoyas rights of way.
Denison R. Waterman Jr. of Iowa City Iowa becomes head of the University of Albuquerque Admissions Office after serving as project assistant in the University of Iowa Ophthalmology Department. He acted as technical writer editor and research assistant and taught Catholicism and humanities. He also served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1970. The piece notes county flood tax debates tied to a city flood authority and possible legal action over a breach of contract if the county does not approve a rescission resolution.
The Bernalillo county commission set a 7 pm start at the county courthouse and announced Hill Sapien and Ron Abousle main, both of Bernalillo, to fill remaining positions on the board. They approved a $5500 bid from Iron Metal of Albuquerque to purchase a used water truck and authorized a mechanical study of the courthouse HVAC system costing $1000 to $2000. The panel deferred $5040 in merit increases for two sheriff’s sergeants pending budget audit completion, amid concerns about retaining quality officers. The meeting also covered Tierra Madre de Placitas and Ranchos de Placitas subdivision replat actions.
City weighs a revised plan that excludes Paradise Hills from a larger annexation area while absorbing much of its Special Zoning District. If adopted, Paradise Hills would face a 67 percent property tax rise and volunteers could lose service coverage. The zoning commission sought answers by August 15, but the Myers study and related data remain under review as officials aim for year end annexation. Mayor Kinney warns against forcing development on unwilling residents.
Rio Rancho hosts the Second Annual Jamboree Weekend September 9 to 11 with a Saturday parade led by Grand Marshall Congressman Bill Richardson. Eight bands and 50 units expected along Sara Road and Rio Rancho Boulevard, plus contests, performances, booths, games, and a melodrama.
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