Roswell Tax Debate Letters Urge Yes Vote March 6
Readers push for Municipal Infrastructure Gross Receipts Tax to spur growth in Roswell, citing jobs and business relocation while opponents warn of tax burdens and alleged mismanagement. Letters reference local figures, past grants, and community impact, urging informed voting and caution about fiscal risks.
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Lovington
Artesia
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Alamogordo
Marlin
Kathleen Wells
Growth funding and jobs drive Roswell tax vote
A reader argues that expanding the sales tax could bring jobs to Roswell by funding RIAC facility repairs essential to attracting industry. They note aging air center structures hinder prospects and cite Christmas by Krebs as a local success that left the area with more employment and spending. They urge a yes vote to benefit residents, not government.
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Councilor Henderson Faces Questions Over Double Dipping
A reader questions whether longtime Roswell councilor Steve Henderson collecting both a city retirement and council salary constitutes double dipping. The inquiry notes Henderson’s claims of credentials from the New Mexico Municipal League and the National League of Cities, and questions travel costs and tax increases for infrastructure to attract business. The letter implies scrutiny of his 25 years of trips and a push for economic vitality without raising taxes.
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Chaves County Development Foundation
Judy Stubbs
Roswell
Steve Henderson
Henderson
Follies appreciation notes flow from Grace Community Church
Dear Editor expresses gratitude from the Music and Media Ministry for the Fabulous February Follies. Attendance exceeded 700 with many winning door prizes. thanks extend to numerous individuals and sponsors including Jane Anglin Joyce Bloomer Tim Miller Cody Coll Shaklee products Mary Kay Cosmetics Copy Rite and many local groups and businesses.
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Tom Palmer
Jamie
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Great Looks
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Roswell Daily Record
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Judy Smith
Wild West Auctions
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