Changing Animal Ordinance Sparks Pet Welfare Debate
A local guest opinion argues for reforming the animal ordinance noting two sides to the issue. It urges compliance for circuses with federal and New Mexico laws, allows pet stores to sell puppies with warranties and inspections, and trims micro-management of service businesses while promising animal welfare and fair business practices.
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Chuck Wilkins
Rrobserver.com
Views call for council vote on Rio Rancho animal ban
Local residents urge councilors to preserve the Rio Rancho ordinance banning dog and cat sales in pet stores. They note four new council members seek repeal, urge shelter viewings to see euthanized animals, warn against puppy mills, and request public input at the October 24 city council meeting at City Hall.
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Papponi outlines plan for Sandoval County Clerk role
Papponi argues for fiscal responsibility and integrity as Sandoval County Clerk candidate. She pledges to decline a county clerk vehicle for personal use, use her own car, and request a county vehicle only for long county business trips. She promotes election integrity, accurate records, modern technology, and accessible services.
Library events shine in Rio Rancho community outreach
The author thanks the Friends of the Library and Rio Rancho Library system for a year of free events. Attending the Mariachi Nacional de Nuevo Mexico concert at Esther Bone Memorial Library, cooking demonstrations, dog communication talks, and more, they praise the variety and value of offerings. They urge others to visit the Rio Rancho website to explore upcoming activities.
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Rio Rancho
Lonnie Clayton Defends Animal Control Ordinance Alterations
Rio Rancho City Councilor Lonnie Clayton of District 6 argues that changes to the Animal Control Ordinance aim to ease business constraints and protect revenue from gross receipts taxes and property taxes. He contends accusations of supporting puppy mills are unfounded, invites direct contact, and offers to discuss humane animal treatment and fiscal integrity.
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Mo Rancho
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