Ruidoso Community Development Department

10/28/2024

10/28/2024

First official update from USFS. We will continue to share.

Blue Front Fire Update, October 28, 2024 Start Date / Time: October 28, 2024 Cause: Unknown, Under Investigation Size: 10 acres Location: 4 miles west of Alto, located in the Blue 2/South Fork fire burn scar area. Resources: Smokey Bear Hotshots, Bonito Fire Department, Ruidoso OEM, Lincoln County OES. Types of vegetation in the area (aka fuels): Grass, dead/down fuels Containment: 0% Strategy: Full Suppression Road Closures: None Smoke: Light Evacuations: None Update: The Blue Front Fire was detected on the Smokey Bear Ranger District on October 28, 2024. Currently, crews are arriving on scene, and air support will be utilized as well. Crews are using full-suppression tactics. Weather: Warm and dry conditions are expected today.. Temperatures will continue to be well above normal for late October. Southwest winds with gusts of around 30 mph are expected in unsheltered areas. More Information: Facebook: www.facebook.com/LincolnNationalForest NM Fire Info: www.NMFireInfo.com InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/nmlnf-blue-front-fire This our first update on this incident, we will continue to provide updates as information becomes available.

10/22/2024

Notice of Regular Meeting and Agenda
Planning Commission
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – 2:00 pm
Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive

Full agenda can be found on our website:
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57cf2dbf1b631b3eb2d911db/t/6717d03f1a179f306e30883c/1729613887701/agenda+regular+meeting+11-5-24.pdf

Tune into our YouTube channel to join the meeting remotely:
https://www.youtube.com/

09/20/2024

The Construction Industries Division and Manufactured Housing Division are teaming up for a campaign to remind constituents to always use a licensed professional for work on their home. It's especially important in the wake of recent fires and floods where people are eager to rebuild and get their lives back on track. We have included an attached flyer to help spread awareness, and encourage all offices to post in a conspicuous place to alert all visitors.

We also have a short video about the risks of hiring unlicensed contractors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWUyepaTNO0
Feel free to share our social media posts as we continue this campaign, and please let me know if you have any questions.
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09/18/2024

Notice of Regular Meeting and Agenda

Planning Commission
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 – 2:00 pm
Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive

Full agenda can be found on our website:
https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57cf2dbf1b631b3eb2d911db/t/66e30e6c918ff47a88c7101e/1726156397041/agenda+regular+meeting+10-1-24.pdf

Tune into our YouTube channel to join the meeting remotely:
https://www.youtube.com/

09/05/2024

FEMA and SBA offer financial assistance for fire and flood mitigation: Strengthen your home for the future.

FEMA provides assistance to eligible homeowners affected by the South Fork and Salt Fires and flooding to help repair or rebuild stronger, more durable homes.

In addition, you may qualify for a long-term, low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to make property improvements that may prevent future damage and save lives.

Please visit our website for more information: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/news-info/m527wlsxbgbjs8w92zdntzc77a7zyp

09/04/2024

“Cabinet In Your Community”

Residents of Ruidoso and the surrounding areas will have a unique opportunity to connect directly with state agencies and discuss issues that matter to their community. The “Cabinet In Your Community” event will feature both a State Services Expo and a Community Town Hall.

Saturday, September 21, 2024
Ruidoso High School, located at 125 Warrior Dr

For more information visit our website: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/news-info/bem8tttkgpyrlen4xgtw8mtsmyn8wl

08/30/2024

08/30/2024

FEMA Medical And Dental Assistance

New Mexicans with medical or dental expenses caused by the South Fork and Salt Fires and flooding (that began June 17 and continues) may be eligible for help from FEMA.

Visit our website for more information: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/news-info/8m9r85ghs2ymbdw3ygj6zlt6dwh3f8

08/29/2024

“Cabinet In Your Community”

Residents of Ruidoso and the surrounding areas will have a unique opportunity to connect directly with state agencies and discuss issues that matter to their community. The “Cabinet In Your Community” event will feature both a State Services Expo and a Community Town Hall.

Saturday, September 21, 2024
ENMU Ruidoso, located at 709 Mechem Dr

For more information visit our website: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/news-info/bem8tttkgpyrlen4xgtw8mtsmyn8wl

08/29/2024

ALAMOGORDO, New Mexico, August 29, 2024

Forest Service News Release: Effective immediately, The Lincoln National Forest has reduced the fire danger rating to ‘low’ on all three districts.

Some emergency area closures do remain in place on the Smokey Bear Ranger District
in the aftermath of the South Fork Fire.

For the most current closure information, please visit: Lincoln National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov) at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/lincoln/alerts-notices/?aid=89377

As we approach Labor Day weekend, it is important to observe good safety practices if
you are camping or recreating on the Lincoln National Forest.

More info can be found via our website: https://www.ruidoso-nm.gov/news-info/tnfw3wzrmb28c2tjf7p7dbe3ss3rag