Juvenile justice reforms discussed at Roswell forums
Community members in Roswell hear proposed amendments to New Mexico Children’s Code giving judges authority to impose detention for curfew and truancy violations. Rep Dara Dana outlines plans at 1 30 p m today at Funk Conference Room NMMI. A second session 7 p m Wednesday at Boys and Girls Club includes Genanne Anderson and William Johnson noting overcrowded detention centers require funding for new facilities and work camps.
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Accessibility bonds seek $500000 to fix city buildings
This fifth in a series on Roswell's mail-in general obligation bond election describes voters approving $500000 to finish making city facilities accessible per federal law. Ballots mailed starting Friday must be received by 7 p.m. November 12 at the City Clerk. If approved, the tax rate would rise 0.29 mils, costing about $1.94 yearly on an $820000 home.
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City tax details for homes and aging buildings
The owner of a $60,000 home would pay $5.82 yearly or 49 cents monthly, while a $120,000 home incurs $81.65 annually or 97 cents a month. Ninety five percent of city buildings are 20 years old or older, many including City Hall, with access concerns noted in a city handout.
City ADA upgrades to continue regardless of bond vote
The city must bring buildings into compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act. A transition plan from 1994 details accessibility improvements such as restrooms fountains parking signs doors and ramps. For 1996-97 $250,000 was budgeted with $120,000 spent and remaining $130,000 carried over plus $100,000 added to this year’s budget for further modifications.
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First National Bank owner seeks merger plan announced
Rio Grande Bancshares Inc owner of First National Bank of Chaves County signed a merger intent with First Security Corp. The Las Cruces based bank group aims for regulatory approval by year end. Roswell expansion and new services from related entities are possible.
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Being state fair queen runs in winner's family
Myranda Rodriguez, a 16 year old Goddard High School junior from Roswell, was crowned queen of the Eastern New Mexico State Fair on Saturday. Her mother was queen in 1970 and her aunt in 1977, and Rodriguez joined a family line of winners. She praised Roswell and New Mexico and noted the competition included horsemanship, modeling, a speech, and a pro-
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Goddard High School
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Weather forecast for today and tonight
Partly cloudy conditions with a slight chance of showers tonight. High near 79 degrees and a low around 48.
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