Hospital petition is latest example of authoritarianism growing in Sierra County

Picture of new wing of Sierra Vista Hospital

Do not be duped by local government officials into signing the hospital-district petition. It will form a new taxing authority that can levy up to 4.25 mills and issue general obligation bonds that would also increase property taxes--taxes in addition to the taxes already being collected.

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Stuff you need to know, 2.15.23

groundwater pump in chile field

Today's intelligence: Though a court decision on a deal that could end the fight over Rio Grande water distribution between New Mexico and Texas is months away, state officials recognize the need to spend millions to cut groundwater pumping below Elephant Butte. Plus: Proposed changes to the nomination and qualifications of state Game Commissioners move ahead at the Roundhouse.

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