Mondays with the Mayor
March 9, 2026: Guests and Topics Discussed:
• Levi Beaty, Public Works Director, provided updates on state cleanup efforts along Paradise Canyon Road as well as ongoing waterline and paving projects throughout the Village of Ruidoso.
• Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events & Strategic Partnerships, discussed current and upcoming events and partnerships supporting community engagement and tourism in Ruidoso.
• Fire Chief Cade Hall & Assistant Fire Chief Austin Meuli shared updates on improvements within the Ruidoso Fire Department, including enhanced training, equipment upgrades, and expanded emergency response planning.
• Eric Queller, Emergency Manager, talked about the recent Public Safety Power Shutoff training exercise involving the Village of Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, Lincoln County, and PNM. He encouraged residents to sign up for emergency alerts through the CallMeRuidoso.com system and noted that NOAA weather radios are available for purchase at Village Hall.
• Mayor Lynn Crawford phoned in to discuss the proposed renewable fuels plant that will convert woody debris into energy while creating a new revenue stream for the community.
• Mark Coker, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director, highlighted this weekend’s Run Ruidoso event at the White Mountain Sports Complex and Links walking trail, and discussed offseason repairs underway to prepare the WIBIT water park for the summer season.
• Stephanie Long, Wingfield Heritage House Curator, shared details about this weekend’s Lula’s Garden Family Fun Day at the museum, featuring activities such as wildflower seed bombs and pressed flower crafts. She also previewed the upcoming Time Turner Book Club discussion of The Manhattan Project Trinity Test: Witnessing the Bomb in New Mexico.
• Tim Keithley, Ruidoso News General Manager, introduced his new role and discussed the importance of maintaining a strong local newspaper, along with updates related to the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack 2026 update and this season’s horse sales.
• Police Chief Steve Minner discussed the Village’s new speed cameras planned to go live in early June and provided an overview of the Police Academy, including the physical and academic requirements for new officers.