Editorial questions Swisstack dual role as Rio Rancho mayor
An Observer editorial addresses concerns over Mayor Tom Swisstack serving as interim deputy county manager for public safety in Bernalillo County. It notes Rio Rancho’s part time mayoral role, his long time county position, and potential conflict if he moves to a permanent deputy chief post.
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Rio Rancho police praised for murder arrest in Angela Noonan case
Local officials commend Rio Rancho police for solving the Angela Noonan murder with an arrest. The report also highlights Roswell Hershey Track & Field results and Rio Rancho youths making Cibola Little League All-Star teams.
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Angela Noonan
Roswell
Citizens seek HOA reform and city budget restraint
A Rio Rancho reader argues against extra city taxes and asks officials to cut costs, suggesting police officers use personal vehicles to commute. The letter urges HOA transparency, budget clarity, and timely fixes, noting pipes and trees and warning of homeowners withholding dues. The Knights of Columbus report thanks residents for a Tootsie Roll drive that raised 12886 dollars for Rio Rancho Special Olympics.
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HOA
Denny Muzzey
Knights of Columbus Council
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Albuquerque West Side
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Wal-Mart
Sandia Area
Rio Rancho Observer Seeks Guest Opinions and Letters
Guidelines invite submissions up to 500 words for guests and 300 words for letters. Include author name city and phone. anonymous pieces not considered. Submissions may be edited or not published at editor’s discretion. Contact ajones rrobserver.com or mail Rio Rancho NM 87124.
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Reform Speech for Financial Regulation in 1930s Echo
A speaker contrasts New Deal reforms with current crisis. The message supports FDIC protections and criticizes corporate greed, urging swift financial regulatory reform to curb predatory lending and ban taxpayer bailouts for banks and traders deemed too big to fail.
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Animal ordinance gains momentum in Rio Rancho
Over a year nine residents dedicated extensive time to craft a comprehensive humane ordinance for Rio Rancho. The editor attended most meetings and observed thorough discussion and broad input before the ordinance was introduced. See Your Views, Page 7.
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