SPECIAL MEETING - TORRANCE COUNTY COMMISSION

The Torrance County Commission will hold a special meeting Thursday, March 31,2011, beginning at 10:00am at the Adminstrative Offices of Torrance County Commission Chamber located at 205 9th Street, Estancia, New Mexico 87016

Agenda items as follows;

Action Item(s)

1.  Special Use District - Stephen Massoth for the operation of a solar-powered oxo-bio water bottling facility to be located at Tr. C-2 Lands of Carrejo in the SW4 Section 12 and the NW4 Section 13, T8N, R8E, N.M.P.M. currently addressed as 134 Mi Ranchito Road (a.k.a. A-085).

For copies of the agenda please visit the Torrance County web calander at:  http://www.torrancecountynm.org/index.php?page=calendar  or call the
County Managers office at (505) 246-4752

Attention 4-H Project Kids: Introduction to Showmanship Class

Attention 4-H Dog Project kids: Here’s an Introduction to Showmanship Class

Saturdays April 2 – June 4, 2011 6 P.M.

An eight week conformation class offered through Sandia Dog Obedience Club will teach you how to handle your own dog in an AKC conformation show. Class will cover equipment, handler attire, ring procedures and handling techniques.

SDOC is an AKC member club and sponsors AKC events. All classes meet at our large obedience & agility training complex conveniently located off of I-25 & San Antonio Exit. Turn East on San Antonio to San Pedro (turn North one block to 7050 San Pedro NE, Albq. NM 87109). For full information concerning up-coming classes, please refer to the SDOC website: http://www.sdocnm.org. All 8 week class fees are $85.60, call Betty Pearson at 898-2706 to sign up for classes.

SDOC Supports NM 4-H

Mountainair Casita Rental Prices Rolled Back

Happy Spring Everyone!

We're having a beautiful beginning of the traditional High Season in NM with 65-70 degree weather, and a general reduction in booking fees to coincide with the nationwide reduction in purchasing power. So, "the Casita at Limit" and "the Belle Chisholm House" are being offered throughout the remainder of 2011 at the old winter rates of $85/nt, $500/wk, and $900/mo! Additional discounts available for extra long-term rentals, please inquire, 619.995.3600

Select your dates early, Spring/Summer is our busiest season, and don't miss our new "Mountainair Farm & Garden Market" which starts May 5, on the web:

http://mountainairfarmgardenmarket.blogspot.com/

or on FaceBook:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mountainair-Farm-Garden-Market/200416019984283?sk=wall


Travel Well, Kristine Lauritsen

Mountainair Ranger District Opening Roads This Week

Mountainair, NM, March 22, 2011: The Mountainair Ranger District will be reopening various roads that have been under winter closures. The roads to be opened include FR 275, FR 422, FR 253 and FR 245 up to New Canyon Campground. Roads to remain closed include FR 321 and FR 245 from New Canyon Campground to Capilla Peak. The road leading to Comanche trailhead on the West side of the Manzano Mountains also remains under a private closure until easement issues can be finalized.

Mountainair Ranger District fire personnel would like to remind everyone that conditions throughout the district remain dry. Fire Danger is currently listed as HIGH trending toward VERY HIGH. There are currently no restrictions in place but everyone is reminded to take extra precautions and follow some basic fire safety rules:

• Make sure that you can have a campfire—obey and cooperate with all fire bans, restrictions and closures;
• If campfires are allowed, use an existing fire ring or clear a campfire site down to bare soil;
• Build a ring out of rocks. Keep the fire under four feet in diameter with no less than a ten foot clearance around it;
• Build the fire away from overhanging branches, steep slopes and dry grass;
• Keep a bucket of water and a shovel near the campfire;
• When putting a campfire out, drown it with water, stir the fire with dirt and more water until all the fuel is cold to the touch. Never leave a fire until it is out cold.
• If you do not have water, use dirt. Mix enough dirt or sand with the embers. Continue adding and stirring until all material is cool. Remember: Do NOT bury the fire as the fire will continue to smolder and could catch roots on fire that will eventually get to the surface and start a wildfire.

For road closure information or for any other issues, please contact the
Mountainair Ranger District at 505-847-2990.

Thanks - Arlene
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Torrance County Commission Meeting Today

SUMMARY OF AGENDA ITEMS

1.  PUBLIC HEARING:  Special use district - Stephen Massouth for operation of a solar-powered oxo-bio water bottling facility at 134 Mi Ranchito Road (A-085)

2.  TORRANCE COUNTY PARK USE REQUEST:  Marck Conklin SCA, Inc. - request to use park for group events.

3.  ROAD VACATION:  Vacation of County Road B003

4.  DEPARTMENT UPDATES

5.  RESOLUTION 2011-13:  Establish tool allowance for Maintenance and Road Mechanic.

6.  USE REQUEST:  TransWorld Network Corporation requesting tower space use in McIntosh and Capilla Peak

7.  RATIFICATION:  Ratify contractac with Ikon for Manger and Road Department copy machines.

8.  GRANT APPLICATION:  Grant application to NMED for illegal dumping funding.

9.  PROPOSED ORDINANCE:  Proposed ordinance for nuisance abatement

10.  SEALED BID(S):  Bid for steel building - NMRC Grant.

11.  MANAGERS UPDATE

Click here for a copy of the full agenda:  Torrance County Commission Meeting Agenda

Gardening Workshop Series - Mountainair

Claunch-Pinto Soil and Water Conservation District and New Mexico State University Torrance Count Extension program presents . . .

     The Gardening Workshop Series For The Residents of Mountainair    

     Dr. Carol Sutherland, Extension Entomologist will address common pest
     problems in gardens and yards.

     Date:            Wednesday, March 23, 2011
     Start Time:  6:00pm
     Location:     Mountainair High School Computer Lab
                          901 West 3rd Street, Mountainair, New Mexico

The computer lab is located a the north end of the school - follow "Gardening Workshop" signs.
Additional classes set for April 5th and 28th.

Contact the Claunch-Pinto Soil and Water Conservation District for more information at
505-847-2243

Gary Fey, Former Mountainair Artist and Resident, Passes Away

Former Mountainair resident and artist Gary Fey passed away at his home in Taos, New Mexico this past Thrusday, March 11, 2011.  His death was sudden and unexpected and as of this posting, there is no word regarding services or memorials for Gary. 

Gary was a unique individual, a very talented batik artist with an upbeat flamboyant style, a showman at heart, and most importantly for me, he was my friend.  Thanks Gary for sharing your wonderful personality and spirit with those you loved best ~ the world is a darker place without you.  God's speed and good rest my friend.

Manzano Mountain Art Council - Wish List

The Manzano Mountain Art Council is preparing our "new" Center for occupancy. We have set up work days for Fridays and Saturdays on March 11 & 12, March 18 & 19, and March 25 & 26. We will start at 10 a.m. at the "old" P&M building at the corner of Ross S and Broadway (Highway 60) which is across from the funeral home.


All are welcome - just show up with work clothes, items you would like to donate as well as cleaning supplies and rubber gloves.

No need to respond, unless you have a question or need additional information.
We look forward to seeing you at as many work days as you can spare.


Manzano Mountain Art Council Materials & Repairs Wish List

• Bathroom sink and toilet
• Glass to repair/replace windows
• Shop vacuum
• Paint: interior and exterior
• Insulation
• Drywall
• Shelving materials and wood
• Tables & Chairs
• Wood burning Stove
• Space heaters
• Utility sink
• Paint rollers and trays
• Shop lights and fixtures
• Spotlights
• Canopy
• Pedestals
• Pottery wheels
• Tarps and floor covering
• Fans
• Chairs
• Volunteers willing to work at repairs and cleaning tasks

If you have something you would like to donate – even if you do not see it on the list, please contact Christine Franks csfranks@yahoo.com  or 505.506.6838.

Manzano Mountain Art Council Needs Your Help

The Manzano Mountain Art Council needs your help.  Please consider volunteering for one of the committees. 

Membership
Grants

Fundraising
Art/Community Center

• Work

Planning
Sunflower Festival

1. Exhibitors
2. Entertainment
3. Silent Auction
4. Interior Layout
5. Exterior Layout
6. Tent
7. Stange

Programming

• Writing/Poetry
• Entertainment

Publicity / Marketing

To volunteer, send an email to  nmacinformation@att.net

About the 2011 Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge

About the 2011 Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge

The Search for America's Next Top Young Scientist


The Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge is the premier national science competition for students in grades 5 through 8. The Young Scientist Challenge is designed to encourage the exploration of science and innovation among America's youth and to promote the importance of science communication. In 1999, Discovery Communications launched the competition to nurture the next generation of American scientists at a critical age when interest in science begins to decline. In 2008 3M joined forces with Discovery Education in a quest to nurture the next generation of American scientists with an innovative and interactive science program open to every middle school student in America. Over the last ten years, more than 600,000 middle school students have been nominated to participate in the competition, and winners have gone on to speak in front of members of Congress, work with the nation's top scientists and pursue academic careers in the sciences.