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Posted on: May 19, 2012

Unser Boulevard Widening Work Week of May 21-25, 2012

On Tuesday, May 22, Arena Drive will reopen east of Unser Blvd. and King Blvd. will close east of Unser Blvd. King Blvd. is scheduled to remain closed east of Unser through late June.

Eastbound traffic can use Arena Drive... Read on...

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Posted on: May 18, 2012

Rio Rancho Symphonic Band and the Rio Rancho Dance Band Free Music Series

The city of Rio Rancho’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invite citizens to enjoy the Rio Rancho Symphonic Band and the Rio Rancho Dance Band free music series, which is scheduled for different parks... Read on...

Posted on: April 18, 2012

City Manager Provides Recommended Fiscal Year 2013 Budget to Mayor & City Council

City Manager James Jimenez has provided his recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2013 (FY 13) for city of Rio Rancho municipal government operations and services to Mayor Thomas E. Swisstack and the City Council.

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Posted on: April 25, 2012

Mayor Provides Comments to FY 13 Budget

Per the city's Charter, Mayor Thomas Swisstack has provided comments to the city manager's recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2013.

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Posted on: April 30, 2012

A Variety of Programs Offered at City Libraries during May

During May, a variety of unique programs will be offered at both of the city of Rio Rancho’s public libraries.

The Loma Colorado Main Library, 755 Loma Colorado Blvd., will offer special programs including:

• Joan... Read on...

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Posted on: April 10, 2012

City of Rio Rancho Memorial Day and Fourth of July Parade Registration Now Available

Those seeking to participate in the city of Rio Rancho’s annual Memorial Day and Fourth of July parades can register now online via the city’s Web site (please click the link below).

The Memorial Day Parade will take... Read on...

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Posted on: April 30, 2012

City of Rio Rancho Outdoor Pools Open May 26; Extended Summer Hours for Aquatic Center

On Saturday, May 26, 2012, the city of Rio Rancho’s three outdoor pools will open for public use.

All three outdoor pool locations will be open daily from noon to 6 p.m. through Aug. 19, 2012. Pool locations are... Read on...

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Posted on: April 24, 2012

Hershey’s Track & Field Games in Rio Rancho

In conjunction with the 35th birthday of Hershey’s Track and Field Games, on Saturday, June 2, 2012, starting at 8 a.m., the city of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will host a local qualifying... Read on...

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Posted on: May 1, 2012

The Rio Rancho Symphonic Band and the Rio Rancho Dance Band Summer Music Series

The city of Rio Rancho’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invite citizens to enjoy the Rio Rancho Symphonic Band and the Rio Rancho Dance Band free music series, which is scheduled for different city parks... Read on...

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Posted on: April 27, 2012

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class

The city of Rio Rancho's next Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class will be held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting June 9, 2012, and continuing each Saturday through June 30, 2012.

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Posted on: April 25, 2012

Rio Rancho Police to Conduct DWI Check Points and Saturation Patrols

Throughout the month of May, Rio Rancho Police will conduct DWI Check Points as well as DWI Saturation Patrols.

Officers will be on the lookout for drivers that are impaired by either alcohol or drugs. Motorists can be... Read on...

Posted on: April 25, 2012

Latest Mayor Swisstack Newspaper Column

Read Mayor Tom Swisstack's latest newspaper column.

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Posted on: April 23, 2012

Pork & Brew 2012 Information; Now Accepting Registration for Participants, Vendors and Judges

The Rio Rancho Convention and Visitors Bureau is now accepting registrations for participants, vendors, and judges for the 9th Annual Pork & Brew State BBQ Championship, which will take place from Friday, July 6 through... Read on...

Posted on: April 18, 2012

American Bus Association Names Rio Rancho’s Pork & Brew One of North America’s 100 Best Events

The American Bus Association (ABA) has announced that Rio Rancho’s Pork & Brew State BBQ Championship, to be held July 6-8, 2012, outside the Santa Ana Star Center, has been designated as one of the “Top 100 Events in North... Read on...

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Posted on: March 21, 2012

Outdoor Watering Restrictions Begin April 1

Beginning April 1 and lasting through September 30, annual city of Rio Rancho outdoor watering restrictions will be in effect.

To prevent water waste, sprinkler and irrigation use during the hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. is... Read on...

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Posted on: April 9, 2012

City of Rio Rancho Receives 6th Consecutive National Budget Award

The city of Rio Rancho’s Financial Services Department has been recognized with the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

The award... Read on...

Posted on: April 13, 2012

Public Safety Officials Want Citizen Input on Disaster Planning

News Release from Sandoval County

Public safety officials from across Sandoval County are seeking public input on strategies for minimizing the potential damage from natural disasters or other hazardous incidents that... Read on...

Posted on: April 10, 2012

Movies Under the Stars

Spend your summer nights in Rio Rancho where you’ll find neighbors, families and friends of all ages enjoying free movies outdoors.

Family friendly movies will be shown on a large inflatable screen at Cabezon Park, 2307... Read on...

Posted on: March 14, 2012

Rio Rancho Transparency Web Page "RR 360" 2012 Sunny Award Winner

Sunshine Review, a national nonprofit dedicated to government transparency, has released the winners of the third annual Sunny Awards. The award went to the most transparent government Web sites in the nation, which included Rio Rancho.

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Posted on: January 12, 2012

Unser Boulevard Widening (Paseo del Volcan to King Boulevard)

Construction is scheduled to begin on Feb. 13, 2012, on the city of Rio Rancho’s widening of Unser Boulevard between Paseo del Volcan and King Boulevard. Work is anticipated to last for eight months and will include:

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Posted on: December 22, 2011

New Mexico Centennial (1912-2012) Information

Visit the official New Mexico Centennial Web site (http://nmcentennial.org) for more information about special events and activities taking place.

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Posted on: January 6, 2012

Rio Rancho Police to Offer Car Seat Installation Assistance

Beginning Friday, Jan. 6, 2012, and continuing every first Monday of the month, officers from the Rio Rancho Police Department will be offering Child Safety Seat Installation Clinics at the Rio Rancho Fire Station located at... Read on...

Posted on: December 8, 2011

City of Rio Rancho Hosts Traffic Signal Equipment Training Sessions at City Hall

Recently, the city of Rio Rancho Public Works Department and its traffic section hosted two traffic signal equipment training sessions at Rio Rancho City Hall.

The training was conducted by Econolite Control Products... Read on...


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Posted on: March 29, 2012

Joan White: Quilted History, May 2-29

The exhibit is an eclectic collection of handquilted wall hangings by Joan White, made with vintage historic and souvenir cloth items such as scarves and handkerchiefs.