The Village of Ruidoso launches the 603 Mechem Drive project, advancing its workforce housing initiative. Ten new homes, blending modern convenience with traditional charm, are set to enrich the community. Key developments include upgraded utility lines, high-speed internet, and sustainable sewer/water systems. Construction activities promise transformation, underscoring Ruidoso's commitment to a vibrant and sustainable future.
Read MoreRuidoso Midtown Association Secures $265,000 for Pedestrian and Parking Upgrades
In a significant development for the Ruidoso community, the Ruidoso Midtown Association has been granted $265,000 in funding for a crucial pedestrian and parking lot improvement project. This financial boost comes as part of the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) and New Mexico MainStreet (NMMS) initiative, which recently allocated $10 million in Capital Outlay Funding for public infrastructure projects in MainStreet districts across the state.
Read MoreFHLB Dallas Joins Village of Ruidoso for the Opening of Mechem Meadows Housing Development
Village officials, affordable housing advocates, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas) came together this week to celebrate the opening of a housing development serving low-income residents in the Village of Ruidoso, New Mexico. FHLB Dallas provided a $200,000 donation through the Village’s Affordable Housing Bank and Trust following the fatal 2022 McBride Fire.
Read MoreNew Mexico Minimum Wage Increase Goes Into Effect January 1, 2023
SBA to Close Its Business Recovery Center in Ruidoso
May 26, 2022 - Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West announced today that SBA will close its Ruidoso Business Recovery Center at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2022. The center will also be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 30.
Read MorePublic Meeting: Learn About New Mexico Tourism Recovery Efforts
Join representatives of the New Mexico Tourism Department at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Village Hall to learn more about how to reach your goals for your tourism-related business or organization with the help of the Tourism Department’s vast assortment of support programs and technical assistance.
Read MoreFinancial relief heading to New Mexicans this week
SANTA FE— Gov. Lujan Grisham announced on Wednesday, May 18, 2022, that $200 million in household relief is on its way to over 550,000 New Mexico taxpayers. Taxpayers who receive funds through direct deposit are scheduled to receive at least $250 in relief in the next day. Paper checks for another 200,000 taxpayers will begin going out in the following days and will continue to over the next few weeks.
Read MoreNow Open - Landowner Applications for Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Recovery Assistance
Landowner applications are now available for download and submission for the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Program, a federal emergency recovery program, that offers technical and financial assistance to help Ruidoso landowners Impacted by the April 12, 2022, McBride Fire and Wind Event.
Read MoreBusiness Recovery Center Opens in Ruidoso to assist businesses impacted by the McBride Fire
As part of the federal disaster relief secured for New Mexico, the Small Business Administration opened a Business Recovery Center at ENMU Ruidoso to assist businesses impacted by the McBride Fire. The center located at 709 Mechem Drive at ENMU is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM. No appointment is necessary – all services are provided free of charge. Businesses of any size and private nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply for assistance.
Read MoreProcess for Addressing Wind and Fire Event Damaged Structures
The Village is working to make sure every home impacted by the McBride fire and related wind event can recover quickly and completely. As recovery efforts are underway, we will continue to provide resources for rebuilding, including the latest information for permits and property tax assessments to help you recover and rebuild as quickly as possible.
Read MoreVillage of Ruidoso Introduces Business Analytic Mapping (BAM) Program
The Village of Ruidoso Community Development Department is now offering Business Analytic Mapping (BAM), a program that uses mobile analytic software tool to help businesses learn about industry trends and market traffic that is designed to give them insight into reaching more customers. This free consultation is open to all Village of Ruidoso businesses. To sign-up for a consultation, contact Samantha J. Mendez at 575-258-6669 or via email at SamanthaMendez@ruidoso-nm.gov. There is also an online registration form.
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