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Nov 21st, 2024 👍 3022 💬 492
New Mexico Empowers County Commissions to Determine Salaries

New Mexico voters overwhelmingly approved a state constitutional amendment giving county commissions the authority to set their own salaries and those of other elected county officials. About 66% of voters were in favor, seeing this as a move towards greater local control and the potential to attract more qualified candidates for county roles. Critics, however, argue this could lead to inconsistent salaries across counties and potential abuse of power, despite constitutional safeguards preventing any changes to an official's salary during their current term.

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Community Unites for the 53rd Renaissance Arts Faire Success

The Doña Ana Arts Council extends heartfelt thanks to everyone involved in the successful 53rd Renaissance Arts Faire held on November 2-3. Las Cruces Police Department, community development, and parks and recreation played key roles, along with numerous sponsors, nonprofit partners, performers, vendors, and volunteers. Their collective efforts resulted in a memorable weekend filled with joy for many guests, demonstrating the community's strong support and dedication.

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Albuquerque Considers Ordinance to Curb Shopping Cart Misuse

Albuquerque is contemplating a new ordinance to outlaw shopping cart possession, mirroring a recent law in Las Cruces. This move aims to keep carts on business premises, requiring companies to outline prevention methods, and threatens penalties for non-compliance. While supported by the business sector in Las Cruces, it faced criticism from civil rights groups and homelessness service providers. Additionally, the ordinance suggests penalizing individuals found with carts and proposes a mechanism for businesses to retrieve impounded carts, coupled with a potential ban on public park camping.

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