Grant County Commission holds work session 071823 and regular meeting 072023, part 5
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- Published: 29 July 2023 29 July 2023
[Editor’s Note: This is part 5 of a series of articles on the Grant County Commission work session on July 18, 2023 and regular meeting on July 20, 2023. This article begins the review of the regular meeting agenda.)
By Mary Alice Murphy
At the July 18 work session, County Manager Charlene Webb began the review of the July 20, 2023 regular meeting agenda. The first item was public input followed by an executive session, where commissioners would discuss two items, the progress of the collective bargaining negotiations and a real property issue.
During public input at the regular meeting, Glenn Griffin continued his opposition to the way the Wildlife Services contract with the county was worded. He added to his previous public input at the work session, that he would ask that the commissioners ask Wildlife Services if they give M-44s and other lethal methods to the ranchers to use. “The county is paying $9,500 of taxpayer dollars to subsidize ranchers. The number of lethal killings is percentage-wise above the past year,” he alleged.
Cobre board puts superintendent on administrative leave
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- Published: 28 July 2023 28 July 2023
By Lynn Janes
The Cobre Consolidated Schools held a special board meeting at on July 15, 2023. Serena Murillo called the meeting to order. Other board members in attendance included Gilbert Guadiana, David Terrazas, Gabriella Begay (online) and Elizabeth Dean (online). Superintendent Dr. Jeff Spaletta didn't attend.
The Pledge of Allegiance and salute to the New Mexico flag took place.
The board went into executive session. They would be discussing an internal complaint filed against the superintendent. They would be considering the possible investigation and any other actions including administrative leave with pay pending the investigation. Also in consideration would be the appointment and agreement for an acting superintendent.
Santa Clara approves small brewer liquor license.
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- Published: 28 July 2023 28 July 2023
By Lynn Janes
The Village of Santa Clara held its regular meeting July 13, 2023. Mayor Richard Bauch called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Pro Tem Albert Esparza, trustees, Olga Amador, , and Peter Erickson attended. Arnold Lopez did not attend.
The council approved the agenda for the meeting.
The council approved the minutes from the June 8, 2023, meeting.
The council approved the June 2023 department reports.
Mayor's report
2023 Luna Pioneer Rodeo announces winners
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- Published: 27 July 2023 27 July 2023
The 2023 Luna Pioneer Rodeo held on Saturday, July 22, 2023, drew a large crowd to the tall pines of western New Mexico for rodeo action in numerous events. The rodeo is known for a good time and an afternoon cloud burst. The cloud burst failed, but good classic rodeo fun was had by the crowd and participants with just a few rain sprinkles.
The signature event of the rodeo is the wild cow ride. Seven teams competed and the winning team consisted of Josh Smart (Safford, AZ), Colton Smart (Safford, AZ) and Tuddy Smart (Safford, AZ) with a time of 1 minute and 17 seconds.
The egg toss is also another unique rodeo event. The rodeo arena was lined up with over 150 teams. With the winners taking away a $200 prize!
Flood Advisory 072723
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Gila Regional Medical Center Receives Accreditation by the Joint Commission
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- Published: 27 July 2023 27 July 2023
Silver City, New Mexico Friday, July 28, 2023: Gila Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval® Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization's commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
In March of this year, The Joint Commission conducted an unannounced full survey of GRMC for the purpose of assessing compliance with the Medicare conditions for critical access hospitals, including the swing bed service offered at GRMC. The results of the findings of evidence of standards of compliance resulted in the granting of the accreditation.