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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 2002
Page
6
Chaves County legislators back a bill to fund water settlement relief. The plan would disburse 10 million dollars annually for three years from the tax stabilization reserve to aid farmers facing impact from a water call. Local officials express cautious optimism while noting more work remains.
Governor Johnson says state operations will continue under the New Mexico Constitution despite no new budget. Democrats argue he cannot finance government without legislative appropriation, warning of potential constitutional conflict as the 30 day session ends.
Owen commends community turnout at the library reopening. Long notes revamp including 3,000 to 8,500 square feet for children’s collection and a new activity room. Crowds enjoy performances from Goddard High School Jazz Band and SOY Mari achi as Roswell schools face scrutiny.
State Representative Pauline Ponce of Roswell braces for a tough fortnight as she waits for Gov. Johnson to sign capital outlay funds she helped draft. The Democrat pushed 41 bills in the 30-day session, including eight for Chaves County schools and Pecos Valley infrastructure.
A courthouse ceremony on Valentine’s Day united a couple in marriage after a spur of the moment decision. Judge De Los Santos pronounced them man and wife as they shared happiness. Local merchants like Albertson’s and Wal-Mart helped fund the event.
At the Chaves County Commission meeting on Wednesday numerous resolutions were passed. The emergency sprinkler head purchase at the Detention Center, exceeding the normal limit, was approved unanimously by the three needed commissioners. Other actions included waiving a portion of right of way fees for Cumberland Water Co-op and tabling a design-services proposal for the courthouse renovation.
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