News from October 2024

North Central Regional Transit District Finance Subcommittee met Oct. 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 19, 2024
North Central Regional Transit District Finance Subcommittee met Friday, Oct. 18

City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Oct. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 18, 2024
City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, Oct. 17

City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Oct. 17
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 18, 2024
City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Thursday, Oct. 17

New Mexico DOJ rules against restrictions on virtual attendance at public meetings
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 18, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) has issued a ruling that public bodies holding meetings under the Open Meetings Act (OMA) cannot impose restrictive requirements on virtual attendees. This decision was announced in an opinion released on October 17, 2024.

City partners with APS for 2024 Fentanyl Forum
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 18, 2024
The Keep NM Alive collaborative is organizing an event focused on addressing the fentanyl crisis.

City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Oct. 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 17, 2024
City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, Oct. 16

City of Santa Fe Sister Cities Committee met Oct. 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 17, 2024
City of Santa Fe Sister Cities Committee met Wednesday, Oct. 16

New Mexico opens applications for small local public body assistance program
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 17, 2024
The New Mexico Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has announced the opening of applications for its Small Local Public Body (sLPB) Assistance Program. This program aims to support small entities in New Mexico with financial regulations, transparency, and fiscal responsibility.

Governor launches anti-litter campaign with Bryan Cranston reprising role as Walter White
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 17, 2024
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced a new anti-litter initiative in collaboration with actor Bryan Cranston, who will reprise his role as Walter White from the television series "Breaking Bad." The campaign aims to reduce litter across New Mexico and includes various promotional materials such as television ads, billboards, and social media content.

Chamber members tour UNM's The Pit during 'Shakers and Stirrers' event
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 17, 2024
The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a "Shakers and Stirrers" event on October 12, providing members with an exclusive tour of The Pit at the University of New Mexico.

City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Oct. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2024
City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 15

City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Oct. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2024
City of Santa Fe Public Library Board met Tuesday, Oct. 15

City of Albuquerque City Council met Sept. 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Sept. 16

New Mexico ends temporary firearm restrictions as key components transition under MOUs
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
A public health order in New Mexico that temporarily restricted firearms and enhanced drug monitoring has expired, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced. The order, which was implemented in response to gun violence and substance misuse, will not be renewed.

Immigrants' rights groups oppose ICE detention facility expansion in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
New Mexico immigrants' rights advocates have expressed strong opposition to plans by the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) to increase immigration detention capacity in New Mexico and other states. The proposal involves expanding existing facilities in Cibola and Torrance counties and utilizing the Lea County Correctional Facility, a private prison not currently used for federal immigration custody.

Guidelines issued ahead of New Mexico's expanded early voting period
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
Expanded early voting in New Mexico's 33 counties is set to begin on October 19, with early polling locations closing on November 2. As the November 5 Election Day nears, officials from the Attorney General and the New Mexico Secretary of State’s office are prepared to address any obstruction or misinformation at polling places and absentee ballot counting stations.

Flags at half-staff in New Mexico for Sen. John Arthur Smith
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has directed that all flags in New Mexico be flown at half-staff to honor former state senator John Arthur Smith, who died on October 7. The flags will remain lowered from sunrise on October 18 until sundown on October 21.

New Mexico prepares comprehensive measures ahead of general election
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
New Mexico is preparing for its general election with a focus on ensuring the integrity and security of the voting process. Common Cause New Mexico has outlined measures to safeguard the election, emphasizing voter eligibility and ballot security.

New Mexico voters to decide on healthcare funding and education bond
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 16, 2024
As the November 5 election approaches, New Mexico voters will decide on two significant measures: the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) mill levy and GO Bond 3 for Higher Education.

OPINION: More bonds, more debt: New Mexico needs accountability, not spending
By Ramona Goolsby | Oct 15, 2024
New Mexico stands at a critical juncture.