During its Regular Meeting, the Silver City Town Council issued a proclamation reaffirming and celebrating the community’s core values. Referencing Resolution 2003-31, titled “Restoration and Defense of Constitutional Rights,” the Council emphasized Silver City’s commitment to inclusiveness and the equal protection of all individuals under the law, regardless of their circumstances. The town’s territorial charter does not grant authority to regulate, detain, or engage in matters involving undocumented persons. In keeping with these principles, the town will not devote limited resources to searching for, surveilling, seizing, or detaining undocumented individuals who have not committed a crime under state or local law, nor will it inquire into the immigration status of persons encountered within the community.
Over the past month, the Gila Back Country Horsemen, in partnership with the Forest Service Glenwood Trail Crew, have completed a series of impactful trail improvement projects, including maintenance on Canyon Creek Trail #31, Flying V Trail #206, the Aeroplane Mesa switchbacks, and the Sheridan Corral Trailhead. Looking ahead, the teams plan to continue their stewardship work with brushing, logging, spot tread repair, and trail marking on Lower Turkey Creek Trail #155, as well as additional brushing on Sycamore Canyon Trail #234.
The Deming Public Schools Board of Education will hold its next regular meeting on October 16, at 5:30 p.m. in the Emmett Shockley Administration Building. The meeting agenda features several recognitions, reports, and important action items. State Senator Gabriel Ramos will be present to deliver a special recognition to the district. Additionally, the board will review and consider a series of policy updates and amendments recommended by the New Mexico School Boards Association, addressing topics such as staff conduct, student discipline, tobacco-free campuses, and graduation requirements.
Last in our news: The Youth Substance Awareness and Prevention Coalition, in collaboration with the Juvenile Justice Continuum of Youth Services, will host “Rise Together: Break the Cycle” this evening, October 15, at the Silver City Old Recreation Center. The event aims to strengthen family connections and foster open discussions on important topics such as mental well-being, substance misuse awareness, and social media safety. Attendees will have access to free parent handbooks, participate in interactive learning activities, and attend a special presentation designed to help parents initiate meaningful conversations with their children about drugs and alcohol.
