At its regular meeting, the Interstate Stream Commission (ISC) reviewed recommendations from the Water Trust Board to determine which projects in four southwest New Mexico counties would be the first to receive funding from the New Mexico Unit Fund. The highest-ranked proposal seeks support for the planning and design of a pump delivery system for the San Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District in Catron County. Luna County submitted four projects, including initiatives focused on flood mitigation. Grant County secured five recommended projects with a combined value exceeding $2 million, including asset management plans for the Town of Silver City, City of Bayard, and Town of Hurley, as well as preliminary engineering reports for the City of Bayard and the Village of Santa Clara.
The Village of Columbus has introduced a new community initiative focused on maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all residents. The effort will include organized trash pick-up events, beautification projects, and anti-litter education campaigns aimed at protecting and enhancing shared public spaces. Event dates, opportunities for participation, and progress updates will be shared as the village works collaboratively to build a cleaner and more attractive community.
A town hall meeting to address flooding issues along Cameron Creek will be held on Monday, September 29 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Santa Clara Village Hall, located at 516 Fort Bayard Street. The event is hosted by State Representative Luis Terrazas and will feature participation from State Senator Gabriel Ramos and Grant County Commission Chair Chris Ponce. Santa Clara Mayor Arnold Lopez and Village Administrator Sheila Hudman will also be present to provide information and respond to community questions.
In Hidalgo County news:
The Lordsburg Hidalgo County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the official opening of the new City of Lordsburg computer lab, a free facility available to all residents. Located within the City’s Economic Development Office, the six-station lab was funded through a Rural Development Business Grant led by the City’s Economic Development Specialists. Designed to provide greater access to technology, the lab offers opportunities for students completing school projects, residents applying for jobs, and small business owners seeking resources, ensuring that every member of the community has the tools they need to succeed.
