The Village of Ruidoso Automated Speed Enforcement Program is active at multiple locations to improve roadway safety and encourage compliance with posted speed limits. Ruidoso Police report that 187 speeding citations were issued within the past week, with citation enforcement currently active on Junction Road, Paradise Canyon Drive, and Hull Road. Citations may be issued for vehicles traveling 11 mph or more above the posted speed limit. The citation amount is $100, with no points assessed on driving records.

The draft Ruidoso Comprehensive Plan is open for public review through November 6, 2026. Community members are invited to review the plan at PlanRuidoso.com and submit comments to help guide Ruidoso’s future.

The Lincoln National Forest plans prescribed pile burns near Ruidoso and Nogal beginning as early as October 13. No closures are planned, but smoke may be visible in Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, Alto, and Nogal.

XTERRA World Championship activities will bring temporary road closures, traffic-control points, and detours to Ruidoso October 7–11. Residents and motorists are encouraged to review affected roads, plan alternate routes, and allow extra travel time.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Learn how to recognize messages that falsely claim to be from the Village of Ruidoso and how to verify suspicious communications, payment requests, and other information through official Village sources.

The Village Council will consider Ordinance 2026-12 at a September 8 public hearing. The proposed zoning amendment would provide the same treatment for HUD-certified single-section and multi-section manufactured homes while maintaining the distinction for mobile homes that do not meet applicable HUD standards.

Village of Ruidoso utility rate adjustments took effect in July 2026 and are reflected in August billing cycles. Learn about the changes to water, sewer, wastewater, solid waste and forestry rates, why adjustments are needed, and how the Village’s long-term utility plan supports operations and infrastructure improvements.

The Ruidoso Comprehensive Plan Community Survey has reopened through August 14, 2026. Residents, property owners, businesses, and community stakeholders are invited to share their ideas to help guide the Village’s long-term vision for housing, transportation, parks, economic development, infrastructure, and other community priorities. Previous survey participants do not need to complete it again.

The Lincoln National Forest is reminding residents and visitors to recreate responsibly this Fourth of July weekend. Follow designated OHV routes, respect dispersed camping rules, observe Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, and remember that fireworks are prohibited on Forest Service lands. Help protect wildlife, public lands, and the forest for future generations.

The Village of Ruidoso has launched RuidosoReady.com, a new preparedness and recovery website that helps residents, businesses, and visitors prepare for emergencies, access recovery resources, and build resilience year-round. During active emergencies, the Village Emergency Information page will continue to provide official updates, alerts, road closures, and incident information.

The Lincoln National Forest has issued a temporary closure order for portions of the Cedar Creek, Perk Canyon, and Smokey Bear Ranger District recreation areas due to hazardous monsoon-related flooding risks. Multiple trailheads, recreation sites, and trails are affected through September 30, 2026, unless lifted earlier by the U.S. Forest Service.

The Village of Ruidoso is recognizing Monsoon Awareness Week, June 7–13, 2026, in partnership with the National Weather Service. Throughout the week, the Village will share daily weather safety information and preparedness reminders focused on flash flooding, lightning, extreme heat, high winds, dust storms, and monsoon safety awareness.

The Village of Ruidoso is providing public notice regarding the Economic Development Administration’s NEPA/NHPA environmental review process for the proposed Upper Canyon Restoration & Revitalization Project in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Public comments related to potential environmental or historic property impacts will be accepted through June 28, 2026.

April 30, 2026 (Ruidoso, NM) — Property owners clearing fire debris should take precautions to protect health and ensure proper disposal. Wildfire debris may contain hazardous materials like asbestos and heavy metals. Learn how to separate debris, confirm landfill requirements, and use protective equipment before beginning cleanup.

The Ruidoso Fire Department has released information on its latest ISO fire protection classification. Learn what factors affected the department’s Class 3 rating and the steps underway to strengthen staffing, training, water system testing, dispatch capabilities, and other areas to work toward regaining a Class 2 ISO rating.

Residents of Ruidoso may be affected by PNM Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) during extreme wildfire conditions. The Village is helping the community prepare through emergency alerts, resiliency centers, and preparedness resources. Residents are encouraged to review safety plans, register for alerts, and stay informed.

Residents of Lincoln and Doña Ana counties affected by the June–July 2025 flooding have until October 15, 2025, to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov, through the FEMA mobile app, or by calling 800-621-3362 for help with housing, repairs, and disaster recovery needs.

Beware of scams during flood recovery. The FCC warns of fake contractors, phishing calls, and fraud targeting disaster survivors. Learn how to protect yourself: After the Storms: Watch Out for Scams. Stay informed and share with neighbors. More resources at ruidoso-nm.gov/recovery.

Join us July 9 for a South Fork Post-Fire Recovery Public Meeting at ENMU–Ruidoso, 5–7 p.m. with a pre-meeting help session from 4–5 p.m. Learn about post-fire assistance for private landowners, including federal and state recovery programs, cost-sharing, and technical guidance. Attend in person or online via Microsoft Teams.

Village servers will be relocated starting at 2:30 PM on Friday, June 13, 2025. During this time, email, phones, and online services will be unavailable. Normal operations will resume Monday, June 16. Emails received after the Friday cutoff will be reviewed and answered on Monday. Thank you for your understanding during this scheduled update.