Mondays with the Mayor

May 11, 2026: Guests and Topics Discussed:

• Emergency Manager Eric Queller discussed the weather outlook for the remainder of May, noting forecasts are calling for above-average rainfall. He also recapped last week’s Flood Risk Workshop and encouraged residents to attend the next workshop on May 20.

• Fire Chief Cade Hall announced the arrival of two new fire vehicles for the department and explained that the Village’s ISO fire rating will improve to a Class 3 beginning July 1. He also reminded residents that fire pits and open flames remain prohibited under current Level 2 fire restrictions.

• Deputy Village Manager Heath Dobrovolny shared updates on the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Buyout Program, including current application and review numbers.

• Public Works Director Levi Beaty provided updates on the 603 Mechem housing project and upcoming sewer maintenance work scheduled along Mechem Drive near the Alpine Village Cabins area.

• Joe Eby promoted next Thursday’s Lincoln County Prayer Breakfast at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

• Logan Fleharty previewed this weekend’s Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire at Wingfield Park.

• Parks & Recreation representatives Alex Nocella and Mark Coker discussed Renaissance Faire preparations, event parking logistics, and upcoming summer parking fees at Grindstone Lake beginning Memorial Day Weekend.

• Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events & Strategic Partnerships, discussed last week’s Contour Airlines press event and the long-term regional benefits expanded airline service could bring to Ruidoso and surrounding communities.

• Wingfield Heritage House Curator Stephanie Long shared highlights from the museum’s recent event at Sierra Vista Elementary School and promoted this week’s Time Turner book club meeting at the Ruidoso Public Library.

• Police Chief Steve Minner and Deputy Chief Jason Janopolous recapped recent police activity, including reports of shots fired near Wingfield Park last Friday evening.