The Village of Santa Clara may soon help provide temporary police coverage for the Town of Hurley as the community works to rebuild its police force. Santa Clara’s Board of Trustees approved a memorandum of understanding that would allow its three police officers to patrol Hurley on their days off, with Hurley reimbursing the village for overtime wages. The agreement still requires approval from the Hurley Town Council, which is scheduled to meet October 13. Hurley and Bayard are also considering a separate, longer-term police services partnership, but that proposal has not yet reached a final agreement.
Developers of a proposed data center near Hachita outlined plans for a large-scale solar-powered facility during a recent Grant County Commission meeting. Granite Renewables says the project would include 714 megawatts of solar power and battery storage, with natural-gas generators for supplemental power. However, residents and environmental advocates continue to raise concerns about water resources, air pollution and other potential impacts. The project remains in the feasibility stage, while Grant County commissioners are scheduled to consider a proposed one-year data center moratorium next week.
The Town of Silver City is seeking public input as it begins the process of selecting its next town manager. A public meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the City Hall Annex, located at 1203 North Hudson Street, on the second floor. Residents will have an opportunity to share their priorities for town leadership and ask questions about the selection process.
In Luna County news:
Luna County commissioners are reviewing several projects aimed at expanding renewable energy, supporting local businesses and improving infrastructure. The proposals include solar power and battery storage projects, updates to wireless telecommunications regulations, and improvements to the Mimbres Valley Ag Industrial Park and International Industrial Park. Commissioners are also considering funding for local development projects and changes to a roadway improvement plan. Final approval of these individual measures has not been confirmed.