Rio Rancho strides through tough year with new projects
An Observer editorial lauds Rio Rancho in 2009 as HP UNM CNM and Presbyterian Hospital broke ground and moved projects forward despite the recession. Groundbreakings, two drugstores, and near completion of UNM West Side signal rebound potential as incentives lure more investment.
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2009 in Rio Rancho Heroes and Goats
City recap gives heroes thumbs up for continued economic development in Rio Rancho and the year named HP as a highlight. It also delivers goats thumbs down for slowed metro area growth, lagging home construction and widespread layoffs.
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New Mexico senator targets predatory lenders with Senate Bill 33
Guest editorial by Senator Peter Wirth and Attorney General Gary King warns of predatory storefront lenders in New Mexico offering loans with sky high APRs. The piece advocates caps on rates, a state database, and closes loopholes by renaming payday loans as installment loans. It urges citizens to contact legislators this January session.
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Incumbent Council Seat Fight in Rio Rancho
In a Dec 13 Rio Rancho Observer letter, Patty Thomas seeks reelection to City Council District 2 while criticizing past open meetings violations and the firing of City Manager Jim Palenick. The writer urges accountability, cites healthcare cost impacts, and calls for a 2010 incumbents cleanup. The piece targets Thomas and other officials, urging opposition and civic vigilance.
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Mike Williams
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