Mondays with the Mayor

April 13, 2026: Guests and Topics Discussed:

• Mayor Lynn Crawford and Ron Sena, Village Manager, responded to listener questions regarding current water restrictions, including how decisions are evaluated and implemented.

• Heath Dobrovolny, Deputy Manager, participated in broader Village updates and operations discussions.

• Levi Beaty, Public Works Director, shared updates on the 603 Mechem housing project, roadwork timelines (Riverside & Mountain View), Paradise Canyon stabilization, and flood protection efforts in the Two Rivers and Upper Canyon areas.

• Eric Queller, Emergency Manager, reported on recent rainfall, burn-scar impacts, and upcoming wind conditions that may elevate fire risk.

• Fire Chief Cade Hall and Assistant Fire Chief Austin Meuli discussed the Village’s ISO rating and current Level II fire restrictions.

• Village of Ruidoso Employee Committee members Vyanca Vega & Taylor Sralik announced the Department and Employees of the Quarter.

• Mark Coker, Assistant Parks & Rec Director, and Alex Nocella, Event & Recreation Supervisor, provided updates on the soccer season, promoted the John Ashcraft Memorial Trail Run, and addressed purple thistle management.

• Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events & Strategic Partnerships, shared updates on the XTERRA World Championships held Oct 8 - 11, 2026, in Ruidoso, the From the Ashes docu-series, and an upcoming Fourth of July weekend boxing event.

• Police Chief Steve Minner reported on recent police activity, including citations issued for violations of Level 2 fire restrictions.