Windfall? The Citizens Of Edgewood Know Zero!
By Chuck Ring
Now before you get upset and think that I’m insinuating that Edgewood citizens are stupid or even generally ignorant, please read on.
What does this story have to do with Edgewood? http://www.santafenewmexican.com/SantaFeNorthernNM/Tax-law-changes-led-to-city-windfall
One might think little to nothing since the Town of Edgewood has not shared news about its proceeds as proceeds are generally mentioned in the Santa Fe New Mexican piece. Due to the mishmash of mistakes and procedural errors cited in the story, we might think this is the “Motley Accrue” of finances.
Whether it is a secret or whether Edgewood just has not received it’s windfall is unknown, but we would hope that the amount will be substantial and the entire governing body will meet to determine a logical and reasonable way to spend the money on non-recurring needs. Can we suggest road improvements, recreation infrastructure or other projects that might benefit the entire community? Why not purchase the old labor training camp if the funds are sufficient? The camp is contained within 20 acres, it has two water wells and two buildings (one with substantial space) and although it is not in the town limits, it well could be in the future (it does not have to be for Edgewood to purchase it.) With creative minds, the property use could meet the needs of Edgewood in many areas, i.e., education, recreation, and/or future waste transfer station and recycling center. Reasoned thought can end with appropriate utilization.
Shh! Don’t tell anyone that it was even remotely my idea. The suggestion would be killed in a flash.