Village of Ruidoso Insider - Volume 5
Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 5: January 2022: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects that are important to the Ruidoso community.
State extends mask mandate through January 7, 2022
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has extended the current emergency health order requiring masks at all indoor public settings through January 7th.
Village of Ruidoso Insider - Volume 4
Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 4: Dec. 1, 2021: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects that are important to the Ruidoso community.
State extends booster eligibility to all New Mexico adults
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday signed an executive order expanding eligibility for COVID-19 booster shots to all New Mexico adults as part of the state’s strategy to address rising case numbers and hospitalizations, a trend being seen nationwide. The statewide requirement that face masks be worn in all indoor public spaces, with only limited exceptions and regardless of vaccination status, was also extended, effective through at least December 10.
Village of Ruidoso Insider - Volume 3
Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 3: November 1, 2021: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects that are important to the Ruidoso community.
Workforce Housing 1100 Mechem Drive Fact Sheet
In advance of the November 2, 2021, Planning Commission meeting in which Mesa Apartments, LLC will seek a conditional use permit to begin the process of the workforce housing development at 1100 Mechem Drive. The Village of Ruidoso has put together a fact sheet to address pertinent questions about the project.
New Mexico extends indoor mask mandate
On Friday, October 15, 2021, the statewide requirement that face masks be worn in all indoor public spaces, with only limited exceptions and regardless of vaccination status was extended through at least November 12. The governor, acting upon the counsel and analysis of the state Medical Advisory Team and state health officials, may decide to extend or lift the mask requirement as necessary.
Village of Ruidoso Insider - Volume 2
Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 2: October 1, 2021: This issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects that are important to the Ruidoso community.
Update: White Mountain Recreation Complex Conceptual Plan
The below White Mountain Recreation Complex plan is derived from several meetings of the White Mountain Recreation Complex Steering Committee consisting of neighboring homeowners, business owners, and public input during the opening day of Youth Sports. Residents can submit comments by November 1 via parksrec@ruidoso-nm.gov.
Lincoln National Forest: Prescribed Burn near Indian Canyon Scheduled Sept 30, 2021
The Smokey Bear Ranger District of the Lincoln National Forest will conduct a prescribed burn near Indian Canyon in the Grindstone area on September 29, 2021. Smoke will be visible in Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs and will likely drift to the east.
Cora Dutton Prescribed Burn Planned for Smokey Bear Ranger District Planned
Fire managers on the Smokey Bear Ranger District of the Lincoln National Forest hope to take advantage of favorable conditions, including fuel moisture levels, air quality, and forecasted weather to conduct pile burning north of Cora Dutton road and about 1 mile southwest of the town of Capitan. Planned ignition date: 9/21/21. Updates: www.nmfireinfo.com
Village of Ruidoso Insider - Inaugural Edition
Now, more than ever, local news matters. Vol. 1: September 1, 2021: This inaugural issue of the Village of Ruidoso Insider newsletter covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects that are important to the Ruidoso community.
Street Closures: August 30 - September 8, 2021
The week of August 30 - September 3, 2021, MP Chavez will continue working on the pipe construction located at the intersection of River Trail and Country Club. Tuesday and Wednesday, September 7-8, we will be working on the point of repair located at 103 North Loop. Please look for signs indicating which road and lane will be closed. Approach the area with caution, at a very slow speed, and watch for employees directing traffic.
Lincoln National Forest to Host Three Virtual Public Meetings on Management of the Forest for the Next Decade
Lincoln National Forest is hosting three virtual public meetings to discuss the Draft Forest Plan and Draft Environmental Impact Statement. This is a part of the Forest Plan Revision process. The Forest Plan will guide forest management practices for the 1.1 million-acre Lincoln National Forest in Southern New Mexico for the next 10 to 15 years.
Governor signs emergency declaration for Village of Ruidoso
Declaration provides new resources to support recovery from last month’s severe storms and flooding. Governor Lujan Grisham on Tuesday signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency for the Village of Ruidoso. This order aims to provide local officials with the tools and funding they need to begin recovering from the heavy rainfall and flooding that began early last month.
New Mexico to re-implement indoor mask mandate; vaccinations required in hospitals, congregate settings
Effective August 20, 2021, the state of New Mexico will temporarily re-implement a statewide requirement that facemasks be worn in all public indoor spaces, with only limited exceptions, and regardless of vaccination status, to stem the state’s rising tide of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations.
Flood 2021: Emergency Procurement to Perform CCTV and Sewer Line Clean Up
Beginning Monday, August 16, 2021, the Village of Ruidoso will be continuing its efforts with identifying and repairing infrastructure damaged by the recent Heavy Precipitation and Flood Event – FLOOD2021 – from Upper Canyon to the Midtown area. Work hours anticipated are approx. 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily.
Street Closure: August 16 - 19, 2021
Beginning August 16 through August 19 from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am, the Village of Ruidoso will be performing maintenance on the main sewer lines on Mechem Drive from the turnoff to Alpine Village to Sudderth Drive. The road will be one lane throughout Mechem Drive at different areas where the maintenance will be performed (manholes). Please approach the area with caution and at a low rate of speed.
Funding Requests Due by August 24, 2021, for Fiscal Year 2022
The Internal Finance committee (IFC) will be meeting on Friday, Aug 27, 2021, at 1:00 pm to consider funding requests from outside agencies. The IFC will then make a recommendation to the Village Council at their next regular meeting. Please download and return a request form and submit it by email to finance@ruidoso-nm.gov by Tuesday, August 24 at 4:00 pm to be considered for funding for FY2022.
How to access your New Mexico Covid-19 vaccination records
If you need proof of COVID vaccination in the event that you did not receive a card from the pharmacy/clinic you went to, or if you have lost the card given to you when you got vaccinated, here is a link that will give you all of your vaccination records.