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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 2010
Page
3
Editorial calls for informed participation as Sandoval County opens filing for two county commissioners four judges two state representatives sheriff and county assessor with election day set for June 1. It urges readers to register vote and share opinions civilly, promising balanced candidate Profiles and dialogue on the page.
In Santa Ana County the Star Center receives praise for a successful state basketball tournament with strong attendance. Sandoval County honors Sgt. Joe Harris by naming a new Joe Harris Station at the US 550 train stop. The state Legislature is commended for sending a bill to Gov. Richardson including 6 million dollars in incentives for Hewlett Packard.
Animal welfare advocates in Rio Rancho push for mandatory spay neuter with exceptions, microchips, and chained dog reforms to curb shelter intake, boost reunifications, and promote humane treatment. Community concerns include census timing and consumer sentiment toward local services.
A respondent votes no on allowing chickens within Rio Rancho city limits citing animal control strain, increased predators such as hawks coyotes and skunks, potential pet losses and wildlife disease concerns including rabies and bird flu, and ends with a question about coyotes.
A Rio Rancho reader argues that patronizing local businesses should be based on value, citing Intel antitrust scrutiny and recent layoffs. The letter criticizes perceived arrogance from some shops and urges better treatment of customers before supporting local retailers. The writer notes a cautious stance toward Intel and seeks genuine appreciation from businesses before spending.
A Rio Rancho reader cites police patrol car perks and heavy highway wear on Southern Boulevard NM 528. He argues tailgating and speed by large vehicles strain roads, invoking Newtons third law while noting existing asphalt problems and urging real roadbed improvements.
The Rio Rancho Observer accepts guest opinions and letters to the editor up to 500 and 300 words respectively. Submissions must include author name city and a verification phone number. anonymous pieces are not considered. Contact editor Andy Jones for questions.
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