Johnson to press Mescalero on delinquent gambling payments
Gov Gary Johnson said he will write to Mescalero President Wendell Chino about overdue tribal payments under the new state gambling agreements. The Mescalero tribe escrowed funds and signaled possible new negotiations, while arbitration could derail legislative action on payment rates.
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Republican caucus to meet in Roswell New Mexico
Republican legislators plan a Roswell weekend caucus at the Roswell Inn to discuss tax, prisons, roads, welfare reform, and other financial issues. Rep. Frank Bird notes about 75 percent of state Republicans may attend. Gov. Gary Johnson expected to be present.
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Firefighters and Roswell City Begin Contract Talks
The city of Roswell and its firefighters union opened negotiations Wednesday on a new contract. Officials aim for a cooperative deal with ground rules and potential wage considerations, signaling a move away from past disputes.
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Nuchik seeks meeting before pursuing Artesia project
Nuchik officials want talks with Artesia School District and Eddy County before advancing a $210 million advanced policy project five miles west of Artesia. Ira Robinson, project development consultant, says one Eddy County Commissioner remains pessimistic and blocks progress. The plan would create about 1,500 Eddy County jobs with 40 coming from outside the county. Robinson stresses preference for local hires and questions about district needs.
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Sanchez to meet with residents about rehab in New Mexico
Speaker Ray mond G. Sanchez of Roswell will hold a public meeting at Pearson Auditorium, New Mexico Military Institute, at 11 a m Wednesday to hear residents concerns about the rehab center. Rep Dick Knochen of Roswell notes Gov Johnson and others have received many letters and plans a center tour before the event.
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