padding-left: 10px !important; . AlamogordoTownNews.com - What have you done to improve upon the blight of abandoned homes and derelict businesses in Alamogordo or Otero County in the last 4 years? She seems to have avoided most controversy and appears to be mending fences to build bridges of understanding with those of different backgrounds or beliefs of recent. "We demand that this sham of an election should be immediately canceled and new elections should be announced.". The question however is, are they doing in while in service in their official roles as government leaders, or a private citizen or as a leader of a non-profit? I have been a judge in the elementary school spelling contests. When is the last time you attended a High School Sports program? Ballot measures AlamogordoTownNews.com - When we sit down 4 years from now what will you tell us you have accomplished while in the office you seek? Alamogordo High School Alamogordo Proud Breaking Stereotypes and Winning in Welding Competition, Alamogordo was the only team to be represented with female welders. There was NONE prior to my ordinance.". Tonight her focus will not be on the mayors race nor did she place an agenda item on todays meeting for issues related to Alamogordo. 	background-color: #fdd007; Jury Selection Begins Monday at the Otero County Courthouse of State of New Mexico v Couy Griffin and Cowboys for Trump, Couy Griffin Interview and email excerpts, 2nd Life Media AlamogordoTownNews.com Event Calendar, Sgt. Below are the 26 questions submitted to the candidates from AlamogordoTownNews.com and Susan Payne's responses 1. The New Mexico Secretary of State's 2021 local election results pageprovides live updates as the ballots are counted. At one time it was downtown however a couple of business owners were not happy about this and because of the way the ordinance was written, the event was moved to Alameda Park. I have participated in many Keep Alamogordo Beautiful events including painting and cleaning up balloon park.". The Mayor has, in addition, the role of spokesperson, the . Ms. Sikes seems to be taking a hit from the coverage of Anthony Lucero from KALH radio and did not respond well when questioned for her stance on abortion and other support of the governor by John  Block of the Pinion Post. 7. Alamogordo, NM 88310   Ms. Payne & Ms. Sikes congratulations on your run for mayor! AlamogordoTownNews.com -What have you done to support local entrepreneurship and jobs growth the last 4 years? Susan Payne Response: "Six years as a city commissioner, 2 years on the community development advisory board. Allison Kuhn won outstanding team leader, Minor School Accident Bus #108 Tuesday NO Injuries, Maggie Toulouse Oliver v Couy Griffin Campaign Finance Violations Trial Day One Recap. What options are available to us?  Please provide the outcomes to the legislation since passed. The most recent event was the premier of the Atomic Bomb Documentary.". Thus, yes candidate Payne does receive a payment from the city of Alamogordo and based on her answer she, Nadia Sikes Response: "My job as a commissioner has been FULL-TIME. It is a court of limited jurisdiction which hears cases involving municipal ordinance violations such as petty misdemeanors, DWIs/DUIs and traffic violations. Visit the Otero County website for current information about upcoming elections. 2022 Election Information - NM Secretary State Link to page; 2022 Election Information - NM Secretary State; Report a Concern. 16. Jury Selection Begins Monday at the Otero County Courthouse of State of New Mexico v Couy Griffin and Cowboys for Trump, Couy Griffin Interview and email excerpts, 2nd Life Media AlamogordoTownNews.com Event Calendar. It was not completely clear who the assailants were, but many people at the station told NPR they were voting for Peter Obi, and some voters said they felt intimidated by unknown figures around the unit. Nadia Sikes Response: "See my bio. The Political Climate in Alamogordo, NM is Somewhat conservative. I thought it a brilliant way to promote New York Avenue and the downtown businesses. Alamogordo is a city in Otero County, New Mexico.  14. We doubt that constituent dialog is a daily occurrence given the size of Alamogordo, so lets suppose they devote 8 hours a week to constituent services that 24 hours a month. Working with other agencies and non-profits to assist those in need. Incentives or accommodations by the city were given to the Medlin Ramps leadership with a commitment of so many jobs to be created. Copyright 2023 2nd Life Media AlamogordoTownNews.com. Nadia Sikes Response: "It would have to be non-partisan and Covid compliant. 2. 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Susan Payne Response: "I am a member of the board of Otero County Economic Development, the chamber of commerce and I am the vice chair of Maingate United and as such I work diligently to create ways to attract new business to Alamogordo.". A few questions of the 26 were questions around campaign finances and personal finances related to the salary of commissioners and the office of the mayor. 	color: white; According to Africa Check, a fact-checking news site, some of the results uploaded to INEC were backed up by the wrong evidence from entirely different polling units. So, the mayoral candidate, elected will be making 2 times the average per capita income of their constituents under this presumptive scenario. AlamogordoTownNews.com - What outreach have you done to build bridges of understanding and collaboration between people of color, the LBGTQ community and local government and the business community? On Aug. 6, the Saturday following the special meeting, New Voices Otero held a protest on the corner of 10th Street and White Sands Boulevard. Based on the response it would appear the direct answer is zero however Ms. Sikes did initiate a very important piece of legislation that would follow under the sunshine laws to require public reporting of campaign contribution. The People's Democratic Party (PDP) candidate Atiku Abubakar is second and Peter Obi of the Labour Party is third.  State executives | @media only screen and (max-width: 600px) { The Commissions work with OCEDC and providing LEDA funding has focused on jobs.". Susan Payne Response: "This is an ordinance that has been enacted since the 90s. 1101 New York Avenue Alamogordo, NM 88310-6935 Phone: 575-437-7427 Fax: 575-443-2904 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 . 5. City Councilor/Commissioner Position 4 has one candidate that being the incumbent Josua Rardin. School Board position 2 is a 2 person race withPANDORAVAN AUKEN of La Luz running against incumbentANGELACADWALLADER of HighRolls. I make it a point to maintain a POSITIVE attitude about our businesses. 12. The following is a list of the current state executive officials from New Mexico: The parties said they have no faith in the electoral process or the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and called for the removal of its chairperson. Susan Payne Response:  "My vision is to see our city grow while still maintaining that home town feel that most citizens enjoy. The poll workers find a voter's information and print out that voter's specific ballot, help the voter submit the ballot in the ballot box while answering any questions the voter might have. My husband Ray and I have three children Jessica (husband Julian), Ray Jr. and Kimmy (husband Kobe), and 6 grandchildren, Sydney and Dane, Kennedy and Kobe, Jr and Ryan and Selena whom we are extremely proud of.". "You're supposed to represent all of your constituents and when the majority of your constituents that are at a (city commission) meeting say, 'we don't agree with this resolution,' representing your constituents means you oppose the resolution. Sahara Apartments took years, Tinsley is still in process.". As Mayor I will continue to work with everyone for the betterment of our community.". Susan Payne Response: "We already have one, so yes, I suppose, I would, since I have nothing to hide.". After much research I see no way to change this without doubling water and sewer rates which would cause an undue burden on our low income residence including those living in public housing. ", 2. At a news conference in the capital Abuja on Tuesday, representatives from the PDP, Labour and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) were scathing about the election. Two Alamogordo City Commissioners, Susan Payne and Nadia Sikes are vying for the position. Along that line we asked the following question, AlamogordoTownNews.com - If you have held office please provide 3 pieces of legislation, ordinances, or initiatives that you personally sponsored that were focused on jobs or education.  } To view a list of statewide measures in New Mexico, click here. Municipal Court of Alamogordo, New Mexico, New Mexico Courts website: About the Courts, New Mexico Workers' Compensation Administration Court, https://ballotpedia.org/wiki/index.php?title=Municipal_Court_of_Alamogordo,_New_Mexico&oldid=5986976, Otero County New Mexico, Municipal Courts, Conflicts in school board elections, 2021-2022, Special Congressional elections (2023-2024), 2022 Congressional Competitiveness Report, State Executive Competitiveness Report, 2022, State Legislative Competitiveness Report, 2022, Partisanship in 2022 United States local elections. Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center, Barry Thorp serves as a poll worker. KALH radio personality Anthony Lucero has questioned Ms. Sikes radio show the doctrine of politicians and use of the airwaves. 
 I also enjoy promoting the businesses, new or not so new, on my radio shows.". Buildings and Grounds. Transparency? Results last updated: 3/11/2014 2:29 AM MT. School boards. . AlamogordoTownNews.com  - Would you support moving the farmers market to New York Avenue and amending city ordinances to allow weekly events and street fairs? If you would like to help our coverage scope grow, consider donating to Ballotpedia. Learn, ask questions act, and get involved. "The activists who want your signatures are not telling you the full story,"' Melton said. AlamogordoTownNews.com - What piece of legislation or ordinance have you passed that you are proudest off?  Local ballot measures NotifyMe Documents Online. At AlamogordoTownNews.com we respect any individual that puts their name in the hat and undergoes the scrutiny ones goes under for the role of public office. Im looking forward to the November production of A funny thing happened on the way to the forum.. The last two weeks have shown Ms. Payne meeting with a variety of constituents, out and about and most visible of the two candidates. Copyright 2023 NPR. - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. New Mexico Secretary of State's 2021 local election results page, Our guide for Otero County voters on Election Day, Nov. 2, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. According to the US Census 6.9% or about 2200 residents of Alamogordo dont have insurance, thus the medical and dental insurance that candidate Paynes paycheck goes to affords her coverage that about 2200 of her constituents cant afford to maintain. My professional career includes extensive experience in accounting and non-profit management. I attended their latest meeting and listened to their ideas and Im very excited to see their vision come to fruition.". 1376 E. 9th Street Alamogordo, NM 88310 Phone: (575) 439-4255 .courts-header { font-size:150%;background-color:#334aab;color:white;} 18. Contact Us. Phone: 575-214-0024Term: December 2025Email Susan L. Payne. EXPORT: SHARE ON. 8. External Relations: Moira Delaney  Hannah Nelson  Caroline Presnell AlamogordoTownNews.com - Why are you running for office? New Mexico state executives My limited, personal experience with him has shown him to be a liar, a grand-stander, a chauvinist and a misguided fool. In the Tularosa Board of Trustees Position 2 race: In the Tularosa Baord of Trustees Position 3 race: In the Tularosa School Board Position 3 race: In the Tularosa School Board Position 5 race: Tularosa Schools Capital Improvements Bond, Cloudcroft Schools General Obligation Bond. | Our founding fathers wanted honorable people of common origins to do their duty and serve their city, county, state, or country for a limited time, then step aside and go back to their farms or businesses and let others serve in their place.  New Mexico Municipal Courts While voting went undisturbed in some areas, several polling centers across the country opened hours late, and in some areas voting had still not occurred as of Tuesday. School boards Ballotpedia features 395,402 encyclopedic articles written and curated by our professional staff of editors, writers, and researchers. Nadia Sikes Response: "Bio previously provided.  U.S. Congress 24.  Now of course the commissioners and the mayor answer email on occasion and take constituent phone calls. 1376 E Ninth Street, Alamogordo, NM 88310. Ms. Payne held a victory celebration on New York Avenue this evening and posted a Facebook video thanking her constituents for her victory. Would you participate in a public drop in, questions and answers and/or a public forum hosted at Roadrunner Emporium 928 New York Avenue in mid-October? 	text-align: center; 1101 New York Avenue Alamogordo, NM 88310-6935 Phone: 575-437-7427 Fax: 575-443-2904 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Before I initiated the ordinance to require campaign reporting on the City level, there was NO reporting. AlamogordoTownNews.com - What is your vision for the office you seek? Willie Estrada Memorial Civic Center voter convenience center. I have recently been endorsed by Equality New Mexico, highlighting my dedication and commitment to diversity.". AlamogordoTownNews.com- Fact Check  We cannot substantiate candidate Sikes response that her job as commissioner has been full time. AlamogordoTownNews.com believes both candidates spend much of their time for the betterment of their community. Susan's husband was not new to Otero County as his family was one of the first settlers in Weed, NM back in the mid-1800s and he was born right here in Alamogordo. Susan Payne Response: "I support all of our businesses and would never pick just 5". Local recalls, New Mexico congressional delegation  Suite C Alamogordo NM 88310. Should the city petition succeed, the measure would go to a mail ballot that would cost the City of Alamogordo $25,000 to $30,000 from the City's General Fund, City of Alamogordo Finance Director Evelyn Huff said.  padding-right: 10px !important; Thorp has been a poll worker for about five years, he said. Southern New Mexico arts, accommodations hiking and more. Many of the properties in my district we have seen drastic improvements on. HOWEVER I was heavily involved in reworking our LEDA ordinance which focuses on job creation. How to vote | Most candidates running for an election are using other peoples money or campaign donations, then the candidate gets paid for the job. AlamogordoTownNews.com - What is the last event you participated in at the Flickinger Center? More:Congressional report says Otero County was taken in by 'grifters' spreading election misinformation. .partytd.Green { Susan Payne Response: "This question is full of presumptions. Our Staycation at The Domes a Hidden Treasure in the Lincoln National Forest of Southern New Mexico. As AlamogordoTownNews.com reported 3 weeks ago, controversial commissioner Susan Payne has entered the race for mayor though she refused to comment that she was running when asked repeatedly by the AlamogordoTownNews.com staff. 4. Let's begin with a review of 2019 election results and the numbers that actually elected those that are managing the millions of dollars of our government budgets that directly impact you. In Lagos, NPR witnessed masked gunmen fire at a polling station and take away a ballot box. The question we need to ask ourselves is which candidate has the temperament of collaboration and is the candidate to best represent the city of Alamogordo with the state and national leadership to help secure matching state and federal funds for public works projects, major street, and highway repairs, for business development and revitalization. With the Mayors race in the final throws of the election by the end of day on 11/2/21 Alamogordo will have elected a new mayor. Susan Payne Response: "I try to stay involved in Alamogordo Main Street and actually attended a meeting last week with state and local leadership of that organization. Ballotpedia provides comprehensive coverage of the 100 largest cities in America by population as well as mayoral, city council, and district attorney election coverage in state capitals outside of the 100 largest cities. AlamogordoTownNews.com - Where do you stand on the Recall of Couy Griffin and why? Ms. Laperuta is the wild card as in her constituency and that of SusanPayne may have some cross over. I also think that A recap of the 26 questions from Each Candidate is below for one final review of consideration before Tuesdays final voting. Approximately 16,000 to 18,000 registered voters reside within Alamogordo yet individuals are being elected to office with fewer votes cast then are cast of . Allison Kuhn won outstanding team leader, Minor School Accident Bus #108 Tuesday NO Injuries, Maggie Toulouse Oliver v Couy Griffin Campaign Finance Violations Trial Day One Recap. 	text-align: center; I see these types of events as truly the backbone of our community. What will you do personally to support growth and revitalization of the corridor? ", After four hours of public comment, mostly from the side against the resolution, the Commission voted 5-to-2 to declare the City a sanctuary for the unborn and on a 6-to-1 margin to support the Otero County resolution declaring the County a "sanctuary for life.". Nadia Sikes Response: "The Mayor of Alamogordo has the same and equal power as each of the City Commissioners. One of these poll workersis Earline Elias who said that voting was up from more recent local elections which generally do not have the turnout of regular general elections. U.S. President | Suite C Alamogordo NM 88310. There is a property in my district which ahs literally been a health hazard, that is finally being demolished after many years and much effort. 	color: white; Its about the money, and this week in Otero County, New Mexico a jury will decide. 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