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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 2012
Page
6
An Observer editorial urges residents to beware of copper thefts after Rio Rancho police report a rise in wire and electrical part thefts. The piece cites QTM radio outages over Memorial Day and Storehouse West power cuts, notes replacements with aluminum, and calls for community protection measures to curb the trend.
The Rio Rancho Observer outlines submission rules for guest opinions and letters to the editor. Submissions must include author name city and contact phone, with limits of 500 words for guests and 300 for letters, may be edited, and may not be published.
Virginia Wilcox of Rio Rancho argues that impact fees fund roads water and services and warned that eliminating or delaying them would shift costs to taxpayers. She notes the Presbyterian Rust project illustrates high upfront costs borne by the public and asks who will cover road repairs police and fire needs if fees are cut.
Former federal employee David Acuna recalls 25 years at the Department of Education. He notes federal workers shaped America's history and will be visible this week as the nation celebrates its birthday. He highlights weather forecasts, meat inspections, aviation safety, and postal service support as part of everyday national functions.
The Rio Rancho Kiwanis Club presents the seventh annual Sunday is Friday event at Rio Rancho High School on August 19 from noon to 4 PM with a country western theme. A pentathlon challenge, kids activities, vendor booths, and affordable food will be available. Proceeds aid youth programs including scholarships, the Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, Sandoval County Juvenile Justice, and Boy Scouts. Sponsorships and booth space are sought. contact Dave Heil or Tony Popper.
Retired Los Alamos scientist Chick Keller argues for leveraging Air Force assets to fight western wildfires. He urges bigger night flight planes and drones to map ground plans, suggesting these tools exist off the shelf. Rep. Steve Pearce criticizes Forest Service handling of the Ruidoso fire, while Gov. Martinez calls for modern methods and funding.
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