Readers Write dispute over education separation and funding
A long letter page decries false statements by separatist advocates in Rio Rancho, urging equal funding and criticizing Feasibility Committee spending. It cites council meetings, APS neutrality, and calls for voters to judge the referendum amid accusations of misused funds and emotional rhetoric.
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Rio Rancho
Finis
Jean Sievert
Concerned Citizens
Oppening
J. Harris
District letter debate on separate school system heats up
A district dispute over a separate school system moves from the subtle to the absurd. Critics challenge Ms McCleery's June 17 statements as unreliable while the Feasibility Committee pamphlet is questioned. Opponents of separation say they never urged APS for equal funding, though Chairman Piatek asserts otherwise.
How Did He Know Babylon Would Fall
The passage cites Isaiah predicting Babylon’s downfall as God’s revelation. It notes Babylon’s then-glorious 196 square miles and walls, its destined ruin 174 years later by 538 BC, and the assertion of divine guidance proving the Bible’s inspiration.
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Babylon
Isaiah
God
Residents Protest Fairness of Street Assessment Notices
Area residents defend their homes and demand fair pricing for street assessments. Many claim notifications were not received and urge neighbors to verify city records with the city clerk. The protest drew numerous locals who argue the district impacts them unequally.
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Ms. Harris
Special Assessment District 3
Sad 3
Amrep
Residents commended Rio Rancho DPS for rapid responses
MAD residents of SAD 3 express gratitude to Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety officers after two officers arrived within minutes during a residence break in. The letter notes ongoing threats and praises dispatchers, especially Rocky, for calming and professional service.
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Rio Rancho
Rocky
Mills Letter Defends Council Budget Actions and Tax Record
Mrs. E Mills responds to a June Rio Rancho Observer column noting past state auto tax increases. She cites five years ago when Burton helped draft a resolution rejecting the increase, arguing budgets were lean and services would be cut only as needed. She warns that truth may be labeled scare tactics and references the general obligation bond.
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Rio Rancho
al Smith
Burton
Rio Rancho Library Bond on March 1988 Ballot
City officials urge approval of the library bond for the March 1988 ballot while cautioning against adding three additional bond issues on the same ballot. They argue multiple issues could jeopardize passage of the essential library funding and note the need to fund salary increases and compensate department heads. The mayor cites quotes about fair pay and prudent governance as guidance for future progress.
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Rio Rancho
Protest Letter Clarifies Unit 16 Assessment Changes
Eugene H. Burton reports to Unit 16 residents that the June 17 meeting altered prior statements. Only written protest submissions will be acknowledged, not all speakers. Notices of recalculation will come via the Wilson engineering firm, not directly to individual residents, with details to be reviewed by the Rio Rancho City Council.
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Eugene H. Burton
Unit 16
Thope
Observer
Wilson Engineering
Wilson Firm of Engineers
Rio Rancho
Residents urged to protest drainage assessments in Unit 16
The letter asks Unit 16 residents to send protestations to the City Clerk over drainage charges and paving status. It notes evidence to the council that drainage origins may have been misrepresented by Wilson & Company and urges residents to verify assess soundness and fairness before submitting their letters.
Corrales Faces Pressure Over Master Plan and Zoning
Don Fannell warns Corrales risks losing its pastoral village character to commercial expansion under DCT's plan. He cites a push for gross receipts tax income, clashes between P and Z and Bernaval Estates residents, and alleged zoning circumvention. He urges immediate council action to curb futures along Corrales Road.
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Corrales
Menaul
Trafton
Bernaval Estates
United Front
DCT
The Capitol and a New Mexico Political Facade
In Santa Fe the highway and economic departments clash over itinerant sellers on state right of way. A fickle stance shift toward free enterprise clashes with licensing and tax concerns. The piece likens this to showbiz not policy, a Potemkin state with brass and cymbals rather than substance.
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New Mexico
Santa Fe
Highway Department
Department of Economic Development
Mickey Rooney
Judy Garland
Potemkin
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Hall
Bruening
Fowler
Dr. Tonigan
Bible Talk
Joe McDaniel
Church OF Christ
Bob Stull
IRS
Small Business
AG Edwards & Sons Inc
Wyoming
Rely
Sincerely, Mrs. E. Mills
Rio Rancho Bivd
Taco Bell
Wilson & Company Engineers and Architects
the Capitol
Legal Basics
James J. Patterson
Attorney At Law
Rio Rancho Boulevard
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