MONDAYS WITH THE MAYOR

April 14, 2025: In this episode, Village leaders and community partners share updates on flood mitigation, public works staffing, new developments on Mechem, and Easter festivities. Listeners also hear about upcoming concerts, local film shoots, Holy Week services, and police activity, plus flood preparedness training ahead of monsoon season.

April 7, 2025: In this episode, Michael Martinez discusses the new STR software launching in July and updates on the Rural Air Service Enhancement program. Adam Sanchez provides updates on road repaving and water restrictions. Fire Chief Cade Hall shares details on the upcoming Blood Drive. Parks & Rec leaders promote the Keep Ruidoso Beautiful Cleanup, while Eddie Ryan highlights the Lincoln Forest Renaissance Faire. Police Chief Minner reports on recent activity.

March 31, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena host several guests. Adam Sanchez discusses street repairs and sandbag availability. Fire Chief Cade Hall promotes the April 17th Blood Drive. Michael Martinez updates on the 603 Mechem housing project. Matthew Baird talks about the WIBIT and Spring Break. Eddie Ryan discusses XTERRA and filming, while Alex Koenig addresses new rental regulations. Police Chief Steve Minner reviews police activity and speed hump plans.

March 24, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena recap the state session in Santa Fe. Guests include Fire Chief Cade Hall, who shares fire safety updates and recent incidents, and Deputy Manager Michael Martinez, who discusses housing projects. Updates also come from Parks, Events, and Police on community happenings.

March 17, 2025: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena host key community leaders to discuss pressing local issues. Emergency Manager Eric Queller warns of high winds and generator safety, while Fire Chief Austin Meuli highlights fire restrictions. Guests also cover housing updates, job fairs, film projects, park events, and police concerns, offering vital insights for Ruidoso residents.

March 10, 2025: In this episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall discussed Level 2 fire restrictions. Emergency Manager Eric Queller shared weather concerns and encouraged residents to sign up for Life Watch. Michael Martinez previewed a floodplain map update, and Susan Lutterman highlighted a new exhibit at the Wingfield Heritage House Museum. Eddie Ryan provided filming updates, and Parks Director Matthew Baird outlined fire season preparations. Police Chief Steve Minner addressed recent safety incidents.

March 3, 2025: In this episode, local leaders provide key updates on community projects, public safety, and upcoming events. Michael Martinez shares insights from the FAA conference and progress on the 603 Mechem housing project. Fire Chief Cade Hall and Emergency Manager Eric Queller discuss fire preparedness and PNM’s power shutoff program. Updates also cover public works improvements, police initiatives, and recreational developments.

February 24, 2025: PNM Electric discussed potential power outages during high wind events. Adam Sanchez updated on fire hydrant maintenance. Fire Chief Cade Hall covered the midtown bomb threat and fire level increase. Hope Harbor promoted the Afternoon of Hope fundraiser. Parks & Rec shared updates on decorations, jobs, and events. Eddie Ryan and guests featured new music and film news. Police Chief Minner explained midtown camera issues.

February 10, 2025: In this week’s episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena recapped their trip to Santa Fe for the Lincoln County Day Legislative Reception. Michael Martinez provided updates on racetrack repairs and silt removal. Adam Sanchez discussed Starlight Road repairs and fire hydrant issues. Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on weekend fires, including a 3,000-acre blaze. Alex Koenig summarized the Short-Term Rentals meeting. Rick Button and David Shanks promoted a benefit concert for musician Dave Millsap. Matthew Baird and Eddie Ryan reviewed the Midtown Associations Conference and announced Alto Lake’s February 14 opening. Lieutenant Jamie Urban shared details on a drug bust and a suspected DUI accident on Mechem Drive.

February 3, 2025: In this week’s episode, local officials provided key updates on infrastructure, public safety, and community events. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discussed road repairs and water line issues, while Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez covered short-term rental policies and silt removal. Fire officials warned of increased fire danger, and updates on park rehabilitation, tattoo expos, and a new film project were shared.

January 27, 2025: In this week’s episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall and Assistant Chief Austin Meuli discussed recent fires and last year’s Bear Barn Flea Market fire under arson investigation. Updates included LA wildfire deployments, Starlight Rd., a water leak, debris removal progress, and the new floodplain map. A February film will feature local actors and sites. Parks & Rec preps for baseball/softball, and ICE rumors were addressed.

January 13, 2025: In this week’s episode, Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem housing project, noting landscaping is now out for bid. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez highlighted snow removal priorities and promoted the EyeOnWater app. Parks & Rec previewed youth basketball and adult activities. Police Chief Minner shared traffic updates and Citizens Police Academy news. Xterra’s Steve Andrus discussed the August Xterra Ruidoso event.

January 6, 2025: In this week’s episode, Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discussed storm preparations and interceptor line work at Ruidoso Downs. Fire Chief Cade Hall updated on recent fires, including one near Capitan. Parks & Rec leaders shared Ice Rink revenue details, while Eddie Ryan previewed events and a fire docu-series. Police Chief Steve Minner addressed local activity and a State Police investigation.

December 30, 2024: In this week’s episode, Fire Chief Cade Hall introduced Assistant Fire Chief Austin Meuli and provided an update on a Country Club fire. Eric Queller discussed replacing nine emergency sirens. Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem Project and SBA loans. Adam Sanchez shared details on a water line project. Other updates included airport upgrades, ice rink operations, floodplain mapping, and safety for New Year’s celebrations.

December 16, 2024: In this week’s episode, topics included updates on the repair of Starlite Rd. and sewer repairs near Sudderth & Mechem, a slowdown in debris removal due to funding issues, Fire Department promotions and retirement news, the success of the Christmas Drone Show and Wingfield ice rink, a restroom installation at the Country Club lot, a movie premiere, increased disorderly conduct calls, and next year’s Citizens Police Academy.​

December 9, 2024: In this week’s episode, topics included the upcoming council meeting, updates on Starlite Rd repairs, and the importance of licensed contractors for post-disaster recovery. Plans for a new disc golf course, the Christmas Drone Show and Drive-in Movie, and the success of the Wingfield Park tree lighting were highlighted. Fire department promotions, Midtown fire updates, and police recruitment challenges were also covered.

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December 2, 2024: In this week’s episode, Interim Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on a weekend fire behind Walmart that destroyed a home but caused no injuries. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discussed sewer projects, paving updates, and proper grease disposal. Eddie Ryan shared plans to showcase Ruidoso as a filming location and bring BMX/X Games events. Christmas events, Santa Paws, and Shop with a Cop were highlighted, along with parade traffic plans.

November 25, 2024: In this week’s episode, Village officials discussed key updates: rebuilding in flood-prone areas, water safety measures, ISO ratings improvements, and post-flood upgrades to Two Rivers Park. Holiday events were previewed, including a drone show and ice rink, while XTERRA and Ironman competitions were announced. Solutions for community safety, dump truck issues, and a potential docuseries on fires and flooding were also highlighted.

November 18, 2024: In this week’s episode, Mayor Crawford brought fresh insights from the Municipal League Conference in Tampa. Interim Fire Chief Cade Hall reported on the Thunderbird Curio fire and announced lifesaving CPR classes. Retired Police Chief Chavez reflected on his career, while Deputy Manager Martinez and Director Sanchez detailed progress on key housing and utility projects. New Police Chief Minner addressed homelessness and a recent vehicle theft arrest.

November 4, 2024: In this week’s episode, Emergency Manager Eric Queller shared updates on Roswell-area flooding, with Ruidoso assisting by delivering sandbags. Fire Chiefs Kasuboski and Hall discussed local fires, while Deputy Manager Michael Martinez updated floodplain mapping. Water Manager Marty Luna outlined snow removal plans. Parks & Rec reviewed projects, and Eddie Ryan proposed a fire recovery documentary. Phil Hamilton promoted his single, and Police Chief Minner shared winter driving tips.

October 28, 2024: In this week’s episode, Michael Martinez shared plans for an upcoming Financial Conference with Manager Ron Sena, while Adam Sanchez updated on a new oil truck acquisition and guard rail project. Chief Joe Kasuboski discussed Midtown’s Halloween event and winter safety tips. Jose Montanez from FEMA provided an assistance update, and community members shared news on Halloween events, Hope Harbor’s retirement celebration, and Renew Health's mental health services.

October 21, 2024: Topics discussed this week included the recent flooding in Roswell and Ruidoso’s efforts to support the neighboring city during rescue and cleanup. Updates were provided on Perk Canyon's culvert installations and preparations for the upcoming snow season, including adjustments to the street clearing plan. The differences between floodways and floodplains were explained. There were also reports on the Toss No Mas cleanup, upcoming event plans, and road closures for the Midtown Trick or Treat.

October 7, 2024: Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Sena reviewed the AspenFest parade, Tuesday's Council agenda, and November's election. Updates included local road repairs, Homecoming Bonfire, Fire Prevention Month, next summer’s Iron Man event, short-term rental app, Humane Society's adoption plea, Wingfield Heritage House Museum opening, and traffic concerns during AspenFest.

September 30, 2024: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena discussed their trip to Santa Fe for the Water Law Conference and FEMA aid distribution. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez provided updates on guard rail replacements and cleanup efforts. Airport Manager Lee Baker shared details on resurfacing Taxiway Alpha and a new card reader system. Eddie Ryan discussed the Wingfield Heritage Museum opening and future event planning. Police addressed AspenFest Parade road closures.

September 23, 2024: In this episode, the Mayor recaps the Cabinet in the Community event and addresses insurance challenges post-fires and floods. Public Works Director Adam Sanchez discusses water rerouting in the Black Forest area, while Fire Chief Kasuboski announces his year-end retirement. Police Chief Chavez also shares his November retirement plans, and rising DUI cases involving alcohol and marijuana are highlighted.

September 16, 2024: In this episode, Adam Sanchez discussed plans to divert the Upper Canyon river for sewer maintenance and bridge repairs impacted by fires and floods. Michael Martinez updated on the 603 Mechem and Elk Meadows projects. Kerry Armijo talked about the upcoming Cabinet In Your Community event. Eddie Ryan introduced the Motor Mountain Weekend and XTERRA triathlon. Police chiefs discussed a recent auto accident on Gavilan Canyon Rd.

September 9, 2024: In this episode, Mayor Crawford shared his experience as grand marshal of the NM State Fair, while Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez updated residents on floodplain rebuilding, the debris removal program, and the 603 Mechem Project. Eddie Ryan promoted Motor Mountain Weekend, Francisco Sanchez gave a Ski Run Road update, and Deputy Police Chief Steve Minner discussed car show events and parking issues at White Mountain Elementary.

August 26, 2024: In this episode, Matthew Baird, Parks & Rec Director and Eddie Ryan, Mgr. of Events & Strategic Partnerships were on the show to talk about the past weekend’s events at Wingfield Park that included free Bar-B-Que, music and drone show. Matthew also discussed the progress of the new playground at School House Park and the cleanup at Two Rivers Park.

Director of Finance, Judy Starkovich, and Water Production Manager, Christella Armijo were in the studio to discuss the increase in the water bills and help explain why the increase was implemented.

Stephanie Long the Wingfield House Museum Curator and Manager was in to announce an opening date and ribbon cutting ceremony for the museum on October 17th. Stephanie also discussed her weekly radio program, Ruidoso Rewind, which airs every Friday at noon on KRUI.

Michael Martinez, Deputy Village Manager, was on to discuss the progress and possible completion date of the upgrades at the Community Center. He also gave an update and progress report on the 603 Mechem housing project which now has 3 homes on the property.

Police Chief Lawrence Chavez talked about his involvement in taking the Legislative Finance Committee on a tour of the fire and flood damage around the Village to help give them a firsthand view of the devastation in the Village.

August 19, 2024: In this episode, Mayor Crawford and Village Manager Ron Sena discuss the recent water bill increase while Public Works Director Adam Sanchez updates on bridge repairs. Parks & Rec previews upcoming events, including the August 24 Chuckwagon Cookout and Drone Show at Wingfield Park. The Humane Society addresses dog overpopulation, and Code Enforcement covers new RV guidelines post-fire. Plus, updates on school flash flood strategies and local construction projects.

August 12, 2024: This episode explores key community disaster recovery efforts, highlighting emergency alerts, school flooding protocols, and the challenges of federal bureaucracy in disaster relief. Discussions include infrastructure restoration, insurance issues, and securing fire and flood recovery grants. The episode also addresses environmental concerns, temporary housing solutions, and ongoing community engagement initiatives.