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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1992
Page
9
A reader frets about government employees receiving or requesting pay raises year after year while others struggle to make ends meet. The letter from LP Fritz expresses frustration at strained budgets and a perceived gap between public sector raises and private livelihoods.
A letter from resident Fred Coppola criticizes Tony Popper, Bon Doonch, Fileen Docnch, Roy Slezak, and the Rio Rancho Chamber of Commerce for what he terms manipulation and power plays. He condemns coverage by the local paper in a municipal dispute with the mayor, calling it a Kangaroo Court in Rio Rancho.
A letter to the editor criticizes Councilor Mowry for focusing on openings and video stores while River's Edge 1 remains undeveloped. The writer cites unfinished sidewalks, arroyos, and a stalled recreation park, urging a more knowledgeable successor for District 6. A separate tribute praises Mowry’s temperate approach, dedication, and service as he leaves city government.
Y Ed Cavanog defends a public figure, accuses rivals of self interest, and recalls confrontations over Rio Rancho development. He condemns the old guard, endorses Dymale as in touch with residents, and calls for bright new leadership free of established power dynamics.
On Monday February 10 a strong show of support for Mayor Pat D'Arco occurred as city employees presented him a bouquet of balloons. The mayor, bolstered by such backing, is pursuing what he believes is right and will prevail over efforts from the City of Big Rancho administration.
The author argues that if Threat and King go to trial a mayoral prerogative will be upheld and the council condemned for reprehensible actions. The taxpaying voters who elected the council would bear trial costs and question constituents’ consideration. Francis Maloney
The Rio Rancho Bank of America branch donated 2000 to Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful for the NM 528 median project arriving this spring. Coordinator Jit Stabs praised the support while Intel and Bank of America leaders joined in funding efforts. a 1989 Intel donation preceded the current effort.
Members of the Rio Rancho American Legion Auxiliary Unit 118 will welcome national auxiliary president Margaret Yankovich to Albuquerque this week. She will address the American Legion Auxiliary on Feb 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Post 99 Legion hall. Earlier she will volunteer on the Habitat for Humanity project at 225 Kathryn SE. Yankovich was elected president at the 71st national convention and has 37 years of service with the Auxiliary.
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