November 2, 2026: Guests and Topics Discussed
Heath Dobrovolny, Deputy Village Manager: Discussed flooding in northern New Mexico and noted that Eric Queller remains in the area assisting with disaster response. Dobrovolny, Mayor Lynn Crawford, and Village Manager Ron Sena also discussed Village water and utility bills and how those revenues support the maintenance and improvement of the community’s water and sewer infrastructure.
Fire Chief Cade Hall: Shared details from his trip to Florida last week to inspect and take delivery of the Ruidoso Fire Department’s newest fire truck. The truck will be delivered to Albuquerque for final outfitting and is expected to be in service by the end of the year.
Levi Beaty, Public Works Director: Updated listeners on the boring project beneath Sudderth Drive at the intersections of Robin Road and Carrizo Canyon. He also reported that gutter work at the 603 Mechem housing project has been completed, with one home still requiring attention. The Paradise Canyon Road right-of-way thinning project begins today and is expected to continue until shortly before Thanksgiving.
Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events and Strategic Partnerships: Recapped last week’s successful Midtown Trick-or-Treat event and discussed the upcoming Ruidoso International Film Festival scheduled for February, noting that 60 films have already been submitted.
Jim Clark, U.S. Veterans of New Mexico: Promoted the organization’s fundraiser raffle featuring a 1929 hot rod.
Lara Price, Economic Development Director: Highlighted the upcoming Canva Made Easy workshop at ENMU-Ruidoso. Price and Olivia Withrow of the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce will teach participants how to navigate Canva and create professional flyers, social media posts, and other marketing materials for personal and business use.
Anthony Montes, Community Center Manager: Promoted next week’s Veterans Day flag-raising ceremony, scheduled for 11 a.m., followed by a free lunch.
Mark Coker, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director: Announced that installation of the Wingfield Park Ice Rink begins this week, with opening day scheduled for November 28. He also reported that the turf and lighting project at the Eagle Creek Sports Complex is complete.
Stephanie Long, Wingfield Heritage House Curator: Highlighted the museum’s new Carmon Phillips photography exhibit and shared that more than 4,500 photographs have been scanned and are available to view online.
Police Chief Steve Minner and Deputy Police Chief Jason Janopolous: Provided an update on the installation of permanent speed cameras on White Mountain Drive. PNM installed the electric meter ahead of schedule, and the cameras are expected to become operational within the next few weeks. They also announced that the annual Shop with a Cop Christmas event will take place on December 12.