Citizens group urges vote on hospital levy in Sandoval County
The 2016 ballot includes extending the hospital tax after ES-CA surveyed 283 recipients. 105 replied with 89 against and 13 in favor. Proponents say tax funds health services and jobs, while opponents call 2008 levy misused for bricks and mortar and note hospital profits. Early voting details posted by ES-CA and county clerk sites.
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Vague Rio Rancho bond issues prompt denial call
The voter in Rio Rancho faces five bond measures and a mill levy totaling over 325 million dollars plus a recent school bond. A reader argues the proposals are vague and misleading, urging residents to read sample ballots, question officials, and deny the bonds until fully explained.
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Rio Rancho
No to hospital levy cut taxes in Sandoval County vote
Voters are urged to reject extending the Sandoval County hospitals mill levy, a move proponents say would cut property taxes by over 10 percent. Critics argue the funding favors specific plans and excludes some patients, citing the UNMSRMC and PHS facilities and a underutilized Ian Medical Group Clinic in Rio Rancho. Michael Jackovich voice views on reform and funding options.
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University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center
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Sandoval County
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Rio Rancho
SSCAFCA bond urged to fund safety and growth in Sandoval County
Albuquerque candidate David J. Simon urges voters to approve the SSCAFCA bond issue. The plan will not raise taxes and funds critical safety measures, flood control, erosion protection, and road resilience while supporting economic development and multi use benefits like parks and trails.
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Arroyo Flood Control Authority
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Think Twice Before Voting for Sandoval County Treasurer
LaNell Segura alleges Laura Montoya mismanages funds and personnel in Sandoval County, citing a high turnover, hostile work environment, and missing investment policy. Segura claims $8.5 million invested without board consent and over $1.7 million lost from idle investments, urging voters to research Montoya’s qualifications.
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Call to vote Rio Rancho for fair county commission seats
A Rio Rancho reader argues district lines deny the city two of five seats, cites 66 percent population but 40 percent budget funding, and urges voting for Jay Block, a Rio Rancho Republican, to win the third seat. Dawnn Robinson is noted as District 2 councilor.
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Observer Endorses Brandt Sapien and Simon in NM Senate races
The Observer backs Republican incumbent Craig Brandt for Senate District 40, cites pro job legislation and tax reform, and highlights his education focus and local funding work. It also endorses Democrat John Sapien for District 9, praising his education and cross‑party collaboration, while backing David Simon for District 10 for state‑level experience and bipartisanship. opponents Candace Gould and Diego Espinoza receive no endorsement.
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Sandoval County
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Protecting his own bottom line for intemperate Trump
A critical assessment argues that supporting a Trump presidency risks moral standards and national unity. It labels him a liar and bully, citing bankruptcies, lawsuits, and allegations of misogyny while noting past overseas business ties and a pattern of stirring division.
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