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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 2016
Page
4
The Observer endorses the March 1 municipal ballot measure to issue up to $9 million in general obligation bonds to fund road work on Mill and High Resort Boulevards. If approved, property taxes would rise about $7.30 yearly for a $100,000 home over two years.
Mayor Gregg Hull and the city staff credit persistent efforts with securing a 2.13 million payment from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The sum covers part of the 6 million spent to equip arsenic treatment for the municipal water system nine years after the agreement to design and build the facility at well 10A. Funds will bolster the water and wastewater fund for future projects. the city will continue pursuing the remaining balance.
A Rio Rancho resident urges support for the March 1 general obligation bond, arguing it will fix roads, raise property values, and protect the community and school district while benefiting homeowners and the local economy. Jacqueline Barragan emphasizes investing in safety and future prosperity.
Bonnie Allison endorses Ron Hensley for Rio Rancho City Council District 4. She praises his down to earth approach, concerns about water rates, and calls for honesty in government and responsible spending ahead of the March 1 election.
Rio Rancho celebrates a $2.135 million payment tied to a 2007 Army Corps promise for an arsenic treatment facility. The letter praises Mayor Hull and city staff for securing the funds, criticizes a rival, and urges a yes vote on Prop 38 to formalize full-time pay for the mayor.
Ray A. Collins urges residents in Rio Rancho to vote in the unusual election. He stresses forming a capable council by electing strong district candidates, boosting turnout to show oversight, and notes early voting has begun. The piece frames elected leaders as stewards of the City of Vision.
A writer argues that 60 years of anti poverty and anti drug policies fail to curb illegal drug use or poverty. He cites rising welfare and criminal caseloads, calls for treating drug use as health issue, and cites Portugal's 2001 policy shift as a compelling alternative. He presses for new approaches beyond policing and welfare expansion.
The Observer publishes guest viewpoints as submitted without fact checking or corrections. They express the author’s beliefs and do not reflect newsroom endorsement. Submissions from all perspectives are welcome to foster respectful community dialogue.
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