Roswell loses bid for state veterans cemetery designation
Gov. Susana Martinez denied Roswell's bid for a federally designated veterans cemetery, leaving Angel Fire Carlsbad Fort Stanton and Gallup as the first phase sites. Roswell officials plan new strategies, seeking federal designation and noting the $1.5 million build cost versus $150,000 state aid had it been selected.
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Roswell Police Committee weighs master track retention plan
The Roswell Police Committee debated a master track officer program at City Hall to reward experience education and fitness with pay boosts up to eight percent. Chief Phil Smith said 17 of 94 officers might qualify and noted outside departments already court Roswell officers for their strong reputation. The program would accelerate eligibility for graduates and those with degrees while recognizing long service.
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Snyder cleared in Hatch Act complaint
Chaves County sheriff candidate Britt Snyder was told by the federal government he did not violate the Hatch Act. Campaign manager Orie Adcock had filed the complaint alleging misuse of official authority for political purposes. Erica Hamrick, deputy chief of the Hatch Act Unit, said the file is closed with no action.
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Dunn Outraises Powell Threefold In Land Commissioner Race
In New Mexico politics Aubrey Dunn, a Roswell banker and rancher, reported 64 211 in contributions to lead incumbent Ray Powell 21 654. Dunn's cash on hand 48 551 versus Powell 44 958, with oil and gas backers funding Dunn and unions backing Powell.
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