Sandoval County Commissioners have officially let the governor know how they feel about crime on the border. In response to escalating crises of fentanyl, human trafficking, and border-related crime, the Sandoval County commissioners approved a letter at the May 22 meeting asking Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to declare a state of emergency. After a discussion, […]
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How Green is Too Green?
The Bernalillo Town Council reversed the planning commission’s approval of a dispensary painted bright green, citing community concerns regarding historic preservation. Dispensary Near Me, a cannabis dispensary located at 413 South Camino Del Pueblo in Bernalillo, has been ordered to repaint its building following public complaints. At the May 28 meeting, the town council overturned […]
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Bernalillo Budget Includes Raise for Town Employees
The Town of Bernalillo unveiled its preliminary budget at the May 13 council meeting, focusing on enhancing community health and safety, as well as improving the quality of life for town employees. The proposed budget reflects the town’s conservative financial strategy to maintain a balanced budget. The budget includes allocations for a salary increase for […]
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Bernalillo Declines Federal Loan for Lead Pipe Survey
The Town of Bernalillo has declined a $250,000 federal loan intended to fund lead and copper water pipe surveys in communities around New Mexico. Town leaders decided not to accept the money because officials initially applied for what they believed to be grant-funded assistance but when the contract arrived, it was structured as a loan-grant […]
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Community Mourns the Sudden Death of Placitas Elementary Principal
The community of Placitas was devastated by the news of the death of Joe Lepre, Placitas Elementary School principal, on April 30. Bernalillo Public Schools provided support to families and staff by offering access to counselors for discussions and assistance. Lepre, a 48-year-old husband and father of two, graduated from Bernalillo High School and earned […]
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Commission Takes Action on Cuba Water Emergency
The Sandoval County Commission on May 8 approved an emergency/disaster declaration to address a water supply crisis in the Village of Cuba. The emergency item was added to the agenda due to an ongoing situation in Cuba where residents were without water and had been facing low water pressure for three weeks. “By doing this […]
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Pages of History: The Murder of George Silva
The murder almost a century ago of a prominent Bernalillo businessman is the inspiration for a new fictional novel coming out June 28. Author Mattison Casaus’ first novel, A Piece of the Town, intricately weaves a narrative that blends truth and fiction about the 1932 murder of George Silva and the iconic Silva’s Saloon in […]
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Sandoval County Holds Voter Roll Event
To proactively ensure the accuracy of voter rolls and facilitate a seamless election process, the Sandoval County Clerk’s Office organized a voter rolls accuracy event May 6 at the County Administration building. The goal was to help registered voters in Sandoval County who wanted to verify their voter registration details or make updates ahead of […]
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Sandoval County Businesses See Soaring Property Values
Property values in Sandoval County have seen a huge increase this year. In particular, Rio Rancho business property owners have seen some of the highest increases in the county. Several property owners urged county commissioners at the April 24 meeting to do something about the high property values from the Assessor’s Office. During the commission […]
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‘We Want to Keep it Small But Help It Grow’
The new Bernalillo development coordinator wants to help people’s construction projects become reality, as the town continues to grow. Martin Martinez aids residents in project construction by simplifying the permitting process and ensuring regulatory compliance for a smoother process. “I always wanted to make a difference and help people, that’s my ultimate goal, to make […]