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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 2002
Page
1
Voters will decide Tuesday on a Local Option Gross Receipts TaxLOGATthat would add one eighth percent to Roswell’s rate for economic development. If approved the five year tax would raise the gross receipts tax from 6.5 to 6.625 percent with revenue dedicated to attracting new business per state 7-190-12.
The second Dragonfly Festival at Bitter Lake and the Roswell Convention Center drew visitors from Albuquerque Santa Fe Taos and San Diego with tours exhibits vendors and workshops continuing Sunday. Organizers the Friends of Bitter Lake Wildlife Refuge report rising attendance and additional activities at both sites.
Bobby Villegas steps down from the Roswell Hispano Chamber of Commerce board after nearly 16 years as a founding member. He sent a letter to RHCC President Melissa Urban announcing his departure dated Wednesday. Local officials previously noted tensions between Roswell leaders and RHCC amid discussions of the Local Option Gross Receipts Tax.
The Southeastern New Mexico region sees its largest newspaper establishing a landmark edition on pages B10 and A10. Readers welcome expanded coverage across local government, business, and community events, with emphasis on regional developments.
Roswell hosts the 15th annual Pinatafest at Poe Corn Park drawing locals and visitors. Grand marshals include Fire Chief Louis Jones and emergency personnel. remembrance for Sept 11 victims and Vietnam veterans featured. An exotic car show, kid rides, live music, and community figures highlight a festival aimed at healing and unity.
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