The Silver City Police Department has announced the appointment of a new command staff, including one lieutenant and two captains, who have been tasked with developing and implementing strategies to support a more community-oriented approach to policing. Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the new leadership team will focus on expanding community outreach efforts, including the development of events, forums, and other opportunities for engagement with residents. These initiatives are intended to encourage open dialogue, address community concerns collaboratively, and strengthen relationships between the police department and the Silver City community.
During the Fort Bayard Revitalization Plan Community Workshop, three conceptual development alternatives for the revitalization of Fort Bayard were presented: Fort Bayard Village, Fort Bayard Trailhead, and Fort Bayard Resort. Each concept represents a distinct development approach with the final plan expected to incorporate elements from all three options. Proposed components common to the concepts include a boutique hotel, residential housing, retail spaces, a learning center, a bike shop and terrain park, an RV park, and a visitor center. The next public meeting is anticipated to take place in approximately three months.
The Town of Silver City has announced a name change for its “warming center” program, which will now be known as the Haven Winter Center to distinguish it from the Silver City Warming Center on College Avenue, an independently operated facility. The Haven Winter Center is open daily from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., with a hot meal served at approximately 5:30 p.m., and operates on nights when temperatures are forecast to be 40 degrees or below. The program is designed to provide a zero-barrier, safe, and welcoming environment where individuals who typically sleep outdoors can warm up, rest, and find shelter during cold weather conditions.
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The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is developing an Active Transportation Plan to guide future bicycle and pedestrian improvements on state roadways throughout New Mexico. As part of this effort, NMDOT is seeking public input to better understand and address the needs of people who walk, bike, and use mobility devices across the state. Public feedback will play a key role in shaping the plan’s priorities and recommendations. Additional information about the plan and access to the public survey are available on the website.
