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Newspaper
Taos News
Location
Taos, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1998
Page
3
Editorial calls Taos recycling center a disgrace with overflowing bins littered grounds and a filthy Free Box. It cites health hazards from rodents and notes lack of funds, volunteers, and steady supervision from the town government and residents.
Hearings officer Samuel Herrera issued a nine page ruling Monday June 15 clearing Taos County Road Department manager Gilbert Quintana of all charges. The decision criticizes the county for delaying action calling allegations stale and says due process was not afforded. Herrera commends the independent judge policy for disciplinary actions.
The Rio Grande Rapid Transit crew expresses deep thanks to Taos Search and Rescue and the Taos Chapter of the American Red Cross for their fast, comprehensive professional search efforts for a missing rafter. Patrick Blumm signs the Forum Editor note from Pilar.
Sylvia Williamson and Bob Weber condemn a tax funded publication urging chemical pest control. They call for local weed control jobs, oppose 85,000 for Johnson’s program, criticize 2 4 D use due to cancer risk, and urge eliminating herbicide purveyors in Chimayo with safer integrated pest strategies.
Letters discuss Texas Longhorn Partners Pipeline and its potential to export gasoline to New Mexico Arizona and West Texas. Navajo Refining Company funds plaintiffs, citing antitrust risk and possible market manipulation. A reader also shares May 13 accident injuries to son Ryan Vigil and thanks a mysterious Santa Virgen helper.
A Taos High School graduating class of 1998 receives a spirit apology for missing ceremonies on May 30. The speaker, part of a Washington DC commission, offers congratulations to families and commendation for the students, expressing gratitude and a pledge that the community shares in their future success.
U S Senator Domenici and Bingaman along with other officials provide Santa Fe and Washington contact details. Addresses include Santa Fe offices at 1205 Federal Place and 119 E Marcy St. Suite 10 with several phone numbers and fax lines. Also listed are House and governor contacts and the White House number for President Clinton.
Citizens grow disenchanted with local leaders amid corruption claims and biased administration. The Taos News is urged to probe abuses and demand accountability while citing 1996 Taos High School graduates Ryland Witten-Smith and others pursuing college paths.
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