Dow and out
When it comes to government ethics violations we need look no further than within the borders of Sierra County and our own state representative Rebecca Dow.
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Stuff you need to know, 7.22.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the nation. Today's intelligence: Sandoval County seeks state approval for voter-regulation measures and a death pronouncement for American democracy.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 7.22.22Sierra county commission meeting 7/19/2022, a summary
The commission heard more anti-voting machine comments, discussed post-Black fire issues, appointed Renfro-Williams and Bartoo to the hospital board and prioritized capital improvement projects placing the Arrey baseball field complex at the number one position.
Read MoreSierra county commission meeting 7/19/2022, a summaryStuff you need to know, 7.21.2022
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: ethics complaint againt Rebecca Dow close to resolution.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 7.21.2022Some heads are merely hat racks
There appears to be a direct correlation in this country between the lack of deep thinking by some and the depth of the political divide we now face. Hats off to the deep thinkers.
Read MoreSome heads are merely hat racksStuff you need to know, 7.19.22
Must-read reporting from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: New Mexico's wildfires chased out unexpected predators.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 7.19.22A preview of the county commission meeting 7/19/22
The commission will hold a public hearing to amend the lodgers tax ordinance. In the regular meeting which follows, they will appoint members to the hospital board, sign agreements to manage mental health grants and consider a number of resolutions.
Read MoreA preview of the county commission meeting 7/19/22Inexperienced, pro-business and pro-development P&Z commissioners are appointed
In the 17 years I've watched the Truth or Consequences Planning and Zoning Commission, there has only been one set of board members who upheld the law and fulfilled their duty to act as a check and balance on city administrators and the city commission.
Read MoreInexperienced, pro-business and pro-development P&Z commissioners are appointedCity Commission rubber stamps five-year Infrastructure Capital Improvements Projects list
The ICIP yearly update is required by the state to ensure the city is planning and prioritizing infrastructure projects at least five years ahead. It's supposed to be a continual and transparent process, informing the community and city commission about why projects are needed and in what order.
Read MoreCity Commission rubber stamps five-year Infrastructure Capital Improvements Projects listStuff you need to know, 7.15.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: a thorough revamp planned for state veterans' home and a heroic attempt to save a small-town newspaper.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 7.15.22Dollar General to locate across from veterans’ home
Nothing tripped the usual planning and zoning commission's public review of the project. The city zoning map reveals the long-vacant lot is indeed zoned commercial and a department store is a permitted use.
Read MoreDollar General to locate across from veterans’ homeStuff you need to know, 7.14.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: a personal bout with COVID-19 reveals the laxity of New Mexico's current pandemic recordkeeping.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 7.14.22