Bernalillo seeks new police chief after Baca firing
The Town of Bernalillo fired chief Santos Baca on October 14 and will advertise the post. Town administrator Ron Abousleman says interviews are planned for mid November with a new chief expected by December 1. The appointee must be a certified officer with at least 10 years of experience and five years in supervision.
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Debate Over Mandatory Motorcycle Helmet Law in Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho officials debated a proposed helmet law amid strong views. Some councilors framed it as personal choice and government overreach, while others cited safety and potential federal funding tied to grants for traffic safety programs. The measure was postponed for six months as officials weighed safety benefits against individual rights and funding implications.
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