Otero Cowbelles met today at Memories. As part of the business meeting R L Posey reported on recent Otero County Commission happenings (or lack thereof) and other government developments that affect our ranchers such as the NAIS which I have commented on in previous posts. Click on the LibertyArk link for details.

After the meeting I was able to spend a few minutes visiting with R L and had the opportunity to thank him for all he does for Otero County ranchers, private property owners and basically anyone that needs water to survive. Next time you see him, let him know what an asset he is to the human race.

I received a communication from another pillar of the community expressing appreciation for my hard work. Betty made my day. Thank you.

County Commission Work Session agenda yesterday included:
Approximately 3 job reclassifications (more responsibilities, higher pay), 3 promotions and 5 new hires, 3 of which are temporary election workers (in addition to prior new hires); 23 contract renewals, several new contracts; several requests for budget increases. Appears the Waterfall East will co-op with the County to build a fire exit road.

The next County Commission Regular Meeting will be at the Timberon Fire Station, Wednesday, June 7th at 6:00 p.m. At that time there will be a public meeting regarding a couple of issues for Timberon (1) the formation of a Community Service District and (2) Livestock at large in the Timberon Community precipitated by complaints of 50-60 goats roaming. The whole issue is problematic due to New Mexico fence out laws, whether Timberon must now be fenced and directions for the Sheriff's enforcement.

A citizen communication was made requesting Otero County be represented at the Penasco Valley Water Users meetings.

Don't forget the Republican Picnic in Cloudcroft, Saturday, June 3. Call 443-1195 for information.

Tuesday, June 6, at 7:00 am on 1230 KRSY, Jean Vallance with host a group Minutemen and Women from our local area. Click on MinutemanHQ link to right for more info.