Mondays with the Mayor

June 9, 2025: Guests and Topics Discussed:

• Adam Sanchez, Public Works Director – Provided updates on Paradise Canyon Dr. and Starlite Rd. repairs, and upcoming road projects throughout the Village, including around West White Mountain Dr.

• Fire Chief Cade Hall – Responded to a listener’s question about murals planned for fire stations and substations. Also shared an update on the recent fire in Capitan.

• Eric Queller, Emergency Manager – Discussed the week’s weather forecast and informed the public about current sandbag distribution locations.

• Michael Martinez, Deputy Village Manager – Shared updates on the river desilting project, noting the current lack of funding, and spoke about progress on the updated floodplain and floodway map.

• Stephanie Long, Wingfield Heritage House Curator – Highlighted a recent book donation to the Museum and Library, and celebrated Ruidoso Rewind’s national 2025 Award of Excellence from the American Association of State & Local History.

• David “TBone” Tetreault, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director – Reported on recent community events including the seasonal opening of the Midtown Market, Under a Mountain Sky concert series, and softball tournaments. He also provided a timeline for completing the White Mountain Sports Complex seeding project.

• Logan Fleharty – Promoted this weekend’s Ruidoso Tattoo Expo at the Convention Center.

• Police Chief Steve Minner – Gave an overview of the new CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system and discussed efforts to revamp the department’s website and enhance social media presence to support recruitment efforts.