Mondays with the Mayor
October 19, 2026: Guests and Topics Discussed
Josh Long, Assistant Public Works Director: Provided updates on the raw water line project, including the estimated completion timeline and current impacts to Robin Road and Carrizo Canyon Road. He also discussed the lift station project scheduled to begin in November at the corner of Sudderth Drive and Mechem Drive, with an estimated completion time of two to three months.
Heath Dobrovolny, Deputy Village Manager: Discussed the county’s buyout program for properties affected by flooding and shared information about the State Emergency Management meeting taking place this week at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, where Village Emergency Manager Eric Queller will teach a class on resiliency.
Fire Chief Cade Hall: Announced that he will travel to Florida later this month to inspect and take delivery of the Fire Department’s newest vehicle. He also provided updates on construction of the new fire station next to Wingfield Park and planned upgrades to the main station on Sudderth Drive.
Isabel Martinez, Public Works Administrative Specialist: Shared updates on Water Trust Board project funding and the Rio Ruidoso Watershed-Based Plan, which is currently under review.
Eddie Ryan, Manager of Events and Strategic Partnerships: Recapped the XTERRA World Championship, noting that 41 countries were represented at this year’s event and announcing that the championship will move to September beginning in 2027. He also shared dates for the upcoming Ruidoso International Film Festival, scheduled for February 17–20, 2027.
Lara Price, Economic Development Director: Announced that Medicare Open Enrollment counseling will be available at the Ruidoso Community Center on November 9.
Tim Duckworth, Ruidoso Midtown Association: Previewed next Wednesday’s Midtown Trick or Treat event, featuring costume contests, coffin races, pumpkin rolls, and other Halloween activities.
Denise Staab, Library Manager: Highlighted Halloween activities planned at the Ruidoso Public Library, including an Escape Room, Bingo, and a Costume Parade, and reminded listeners of the many services available to community members with a library card.
Matthew Baird, Parks and Recreation Director: Recapped the weekend’s Toss No Mas cleanup, which brought together more than 75 volunteers to help clean up the community.
Stephanie Long, Wingfield Heritage House Curator: Invited the community to the museum’s second anniversary Business After Hours event on Thursday, featuring food, drinks, live music, and the opening of the new exhibit, Carmon Phillips: Capturing Mid-Century Ruidoso.
Deputy Police Chief Jason Janopolous: Reported on police activity from the past week, including a road rage incident that escalated into a robbery. He also provided an update on the Village’s Automated Speed Enforcement Program, noting that one violation on Hull Road was recorded at 31 mph over the speed threshold.