AGP Executive Report
Last update: a few seconds agoNew Mexico Politics: Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination for governor, setting up a November matchup with Republican Gregg Hull, who clinched the GOP nod in a three-way primary and promised lower energy costs, more business growth, and tougher crime focus. Local Elections: In Bernalillo County, the District 5 Democratic race looked extremely tight late Tuesday, while the county assessor contest stayed close as ballots continued to be counted. Healthcare & Nursing Homes: CMS data show Red Rocks Care Center (for-profit, McKinley County) earned a 4 rating in Q1 2026, while Laguna Rainbow Nursing Center (non-profit, Cibola County) received a 2 and Artesia Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center (for-profit, Eddy County) posted a 1; Silver City Care Center (for-profit, Grant County) also landed a 2 with fines and penalties. Rural Development: New Mexico MainStreet’s Resilient Communities Fund awarded grants to eight districts, backing downtown events, tourism maps, and storefront activation aimed at boosting small business traffic. Public Finance & Infrastructure: Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority secured an $18.7M budget adjustment to finish large-diameter pipe work, supported by a $77M Bureau of Reclamation grant. Procurement & Schools: San Jon Municipal Schools received three bids for a new school building estimated at $41M, with selection expected this week. Higher Ed Energy: Mesalands Community College advanced a $2.3M state request to repower its wind turbine, paired with federal matching funds.
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