The Grant County Commission has appointed Deputy County Manager Andrea Montoya to serve as interim county manager following the upcoming retirement of the current county manager. Commissioners unanimously approved the appointment during their recent meeting, with Ms. Montoya beginning her interim role on October 25. She will maintain her existing duties while overseeing the county manager’s responsibilities until commissioners determine a permanent appointment.
Gila Regional Medical Center has selected the High Desert Humane Society to receive its third-quarter Gila Regional CARES donation, funded through proceeds from hospital cafeteria sales. GRMC leadership presented the donation during a visit to the shelter earlier this month, recognizing its work in animal adoptions, low-cost spay and neuter services, vaccination clinics and emergency animal sheltering. The donation is part of GRMC’s ongoing effort to support nonprofit organizations serving Grant County.
The Lordsburg City Council is scheduled to discuss water reuse, flood control and community recreation, along with proposed solar energy regulations, during its October 28 meeting. Council members will hear a presentation from engineering firm Stantec on a water reuse proposal that could address water conservation and flood management while exploring recreational opportunities. The council is also expected to consider an ordinance outlining regulations for solar energy systems, building on the city’s previous efforts to establish rules for solar development. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at the Lordsburg City Hall.
In other news:
In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the New Mexico Department of Health is encouraging eligible residents to take advantage of free breast cancer screenings through the state’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. The program provides mammograms and follow-up diagnostic tests at no cost to eligible low-income, uninsured women, who meet income guidelines. For more information, contact your local public health office.