Mondays with the Mayor

November 17, 2025: Guests and Topics Discussed:

• Eric Queller, Emergency Manager & Fire Chief Cade Hall: Discussed the weekend’s high winds, the possibility of the season’s first snow, and Village preparations should PNM implement rolling power outages during periods of high fire danger.

• Levi Beaty, Public Works Director: Provided an update on the 603 Mechem project, including current road work and continued progress on fencing around the site.

• Michael Martinez, Deputy Village Manager & Alex Koenig, Community Development Director: Spoke about the Short-Term Rental Program and highlighted the Nov. 18 public meeting related to the new Comprehensive Plan.

• Jeanne, Santa’s Helpers & Officer Hernandez, Cops for Kids: Shared details about this year’s Cops for Kids event in December and promoted the Santa’s Helpers Christmas Tree Auction happening this week.

• Jason Burns, Lincoln County Manager: Discussed NRCS buyback programs and provided an update on the proposed Barber Springs water-based energy project.

• Matthew Baird, Parks & Recreation Director & David “TBone” Tetreault, Assistant Director: Reported on the installation of the Ice Rink at Wingfield Park and the progress of Christmas light displays around the Village.

• Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events & Strategic Partnerships: Talked about new filming opportunities potentially coming to the area, including a possible Ford truck commercial.

• Ferdinand Detres Jr., U.S. Small Business Administration: Announced the closing of the temporary SBA office at the Ruidoso Public Library and reminded listeners that assistance remains available by phone for loan support.

• Police Chief Steve Minner: Addressed a recent situation involving a child locked out of school and responded to a listener's question about drifters in the area.