SAD 9 hearing urged for flood control plan debate
An Observer editorial urges residents to attend Wednesday's City Council meeting and public benefit hearing on Special Assessment District 9. It notes opposition at a recent info session, outlines potential costs around 25000 per property, and stresses a majority voice will determine whether to continue or scrap the project in Units 17 and 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kathleen Colley
Wilson and Company
Unit 17
Pasilla Road
Kennard
Hapsburg Roads
Unit 20
Sonora Road
City Hall
Council
Rio Rancho runners advance to Hershey Nationals
Two young Rio Rancho athletes earned advancement to the Hershey Track and Field Nationals. Mrs. New Mexico Janene Falsone Milks advocated meningitis awareness. Ongoing NM 528 delays near High Resort draw criticism for slow progress.
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Hershey
New Mexico
Janene Falsone
NM 528
High Resort
Green 2V project viewed as risky for Rio Rancho
The writer argues against Green 2V locating in Rio Rancho, citing Advent Solar's failure. They warn of supply surpassing demand for solar modules, state incentives, and potential bankruptcy. They urge officials to refuse the project and seek other, more viable businesses. Corinne Otero supports positive community sports reporting and national symbols.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albuquerque Journal
Mike Hartranft
Advent Solar
Rio Rancho
IRB
Texas
New Mexico
Johanna Scmidtke
Lux Research
Advent
Green 2V
Albuquerque
Larry Barker
Sports reporter tone and respect for young athletes questioned
The reader urges the sports writer Tero Speen to show respect and neutrality when covering community sports involving children, emphasizing fair treatment and avoidance of negative framing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terore Speen
No More Patriotic Holidays Sparked Fury Over Flag Fading
A WWII Navy veteran disputes a Rio Rancho Observer letter that mocks patriotism and flag displays. He recalls Iwo Jima and condemns flag burning by citizens and mocking by some groups, arguing patriotism is deep and real even in holiday celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete Cortes
Rio Rancho
Navy
Pacific
U.S. Marines
Iwo Jima
Cortes
Nca
Guideline Text For Submitting Opinions To Rio Rancho Observer
The Rio Rancho Observer accepts Guest Opinions and Letters to the Editor with word limits of up to 500 for opinions and 300 for letters. Submissions may be edited for clarity AP style and space. Include author name city and contact phone for verification. anonymous submissions are not considered.
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The
Rio Rancho
Police take-home cars spark reader letter in Rio Rancho
A Rio Rancho reader urges Mr Matinose to reconsider calls to end police take-home vehicles. He cites police pay gaps, holiday pay and allowances concessions, and officer visibility. The letter notes manpower shortages and recalls a two year old transit team recommendation for officer hires and a public safety tax.
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Matinose
Rio Rancho
New Mexico
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