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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 2007
Page
1
City Hall will close beginning Wednesday as staff prepare to move into new offices. The new City Hall opens for business at 8 am on Tuesday August 7. For details contact James Tobin Fire and Rescue Director.
The ARPS district ranks 58th out of 89 in New Mexico for teacher salaries with an average annual pay of 28 833 dollars. Superintendent Dr. Sue Cleveland says the low rank reflects the district's young teaching staff which averages 8.13 years of experience, sixth youngest in the state.
A compact front section summary notes the Thursday blotter content with editorials and letters, business legals, rants and raves, and sports listings. Mentions a TV guide and weather snapshot accompanying A sections for reader orientation.
Lonnie Clayton, long active in city politics, submits a letter to the city clerk seeking appointment as mayor. Clayton, who served briefly in District 6 and has attended many meetings, argues the council should focus on business and avoid promoting a current member.
Bob Pomeranz, longtime advocate for veterans, died leaving a void in local service circles. Friends recall his tireless work with veterans groups, public outreach, and support initiatives across the community.
Martha Pomeranz plans a move to Oregon after the death of her husband Robert Pomeranz at 89. He suffered a heart attack or stroke June 20 at a local shop, died June 22 in University Hospital ICU. Diana, daughter, remains in Pacific Northwest.
The federal minimum wage rises 70 cents to 5.85 per hour starting Wednesday, with further 70 cent steps planned to reach 7.25. The 1997 raise ended the longest gap in the law. Congressman Udall calls the move overdue amid inflation and rising prices. Localities in New Mexico push wage measures.
Rio Rancho Department of Fire & Rescue cancels ambulance ride alongs for students amid allegations that firefighter Eliot Salgado had a sexual relationship with a 15 year old girl met during a ride along. DFA Director James Tobin said the program was already under review and he moved to shut it down after the misconduct surfaced.
Sandoval County reports saline levels lower than expected in an aquifer beneath the Rio Puerco Basin. Development director Mike Springfield says the desalinization project is off to a good start as the county and Recorp push Rio West, a 11 673 acre community for up to 74 000 residents, with water supply a condition of the plan.
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