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Newspaper
Rio Rancho Observer
Location
Rio Rancho, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1999
Page
2
The Sandoval County Commission unanimously voted to enact a one year rebate program to ease higher housing costs and rising property taxes for elderly residents on fixed incomes. The program is expected to cost about $75,000 this tax year and may be renewed after reviewing costs and benefits. Patty Thomas District 4.
In a Wednesday letter, Dr. Komadina argues vouchers would fix education by boosting competition and salaries, but critics say they limit choices and strain private and parochial schools already at capacity. Archdiocese of Santa Fe leader Michael Sheehan and Don Whatley of the New Mexico Federation of Educational Employees echo concerns about public funds and system strain.
Mara Monjaras, President of the Rio Rancho School Employees Union, warns about unaccredited schools and the lack of oversight, urging commitment to free public education as essential to democracy and an educated electorate, stressing need for low pupil teacher ratios and good salaries.
In Rio Rancho the city approves a large apartment project while continuing tax avoidance via IRBs and imposing garage requirements. The writer argues property tax shortfalls compared to tenant home costs, predicting higher school funding needs from Santa Fe and a cycle of more apartments without reducing city services or education burdens, citing Shirley Bisbee.
R Green rails against Rio Rancho Public Schools uniform plan citing rights, taxes, and civil liberties. He argues suspensions for dress code crossing into constitutional issues and predicts lawsuits against RRPS. He emphasizes public education should prioritize learning over clothing standards.
Guest commentary highlights Rio Rancho as a rising tourism hub. It notes upcoming Oktoberfest and fall conferences drawing hundreds from California and North Carolina, plus 1,000 delegates in October, boosting hotel and RV park occupancy. The Rio Rancho Office of Tourism marks its fourth anniversary as a convention and visitors bureau expanding promotion and regional economic impact.
The Sandoval County Commission created the Joe Klein Memorial Senior Citizens Tax Rebate, a first of its kind in New Mexico. For 1999, residents aged 65 or older with modified gross income between 16 000 and 25 000 may receive up to 250 in property tax relief, with applications filed when filing state income taxes next year. The program, pending state guidance, requires annual renewal by the county and will be invoiced to the county by the state.
A Sandoval County tribute praises Joe Klein for decades of work benefiting both elderly and young residents. The note cites his roles in founding intergenerational programs, chairing senior services boards, and shaping county senior affairs. It mentions the one year rebate program costing about 75000 dollars and invites comments to Commissioner Lang at the county administrative offices.
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