New Facility Management Company

Spectra the new management company for the Roswell Convention Center is now hiring for an Event Manager and part-time positions.  Please contact Event Director Josea Wilcoxen at josea_wilcoxen@comcastspectacor.com 

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Sprinkler systems, fire alarms key to fire suppression

A fire at a local commercial building demonstrated the importance of such buildings having and maintaining properly-functioning fire-suppression sprinkler systems, as well as fire alarms that provide immediate notification to the fire department.

The Roswe...

Hot vehicles pose danger to children

Roswell and other areas of southeast New Mexico experience some hot temperatures every spring and summer. As the calendar advances, the hot weather can be expected to become more intense and consistent.

Parents and other child caregivers must raise their a...

Be aware of threat of carbon monoxide

Every year nationwide, an average of 20,000 to 30,000 people are sickened by accidental carbon monoxide poisoning and approximately 500 people die from such poisoning, many in their own homes.

High concentrations of carbon monoxide can kill in less than fi...

Street pavement maintenance uses 'hot recycling'

Pavement maintenance operations will take place on several Roswell streets during the end of August and the first half of September. Residents and businesses will receive printed information regarding the work about two days before operations begin in the...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Zookeeper gets to live out her love for animals each day, caring for them and teaching the public about them

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

Andrea Cole enjoys coming to work each day. She has had a love for animals since she ...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

Street Department always maintaining roads and meeting current needs, as well as planning for future, in order to keep city thoroughfares in good and safe condition for citizens

By Todd Wildermuth, Public Information Officer, City of Roswell

When W...

New City of Roswell logo receives trademark protection

The City of Roswell’s new logo has been trademarked. The city had earlier applied for the trademark and has now received its requested trademark certification from the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office.

The trademark, which will be...

Residents reminded of water-conservation ordinance

In an effort to promote responsible water conservation and bring awareness to city ordinance designed to prevent wasteful water use, the City of Roswell is reminding business owners and other citizens to ensure water systems on their properties are functi...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Connecting people with the information they seek, reference librarian enjoys the challenge of identifying the best resources for a wide variety of questions, requests

By Todd Wildermuth/Public Information Officer, City of Roswell

Each day that Tom&aacut...

Annual ‘Clean and Safe’ program encourages removal of dilapidated buildings

The City of Roswell will again conduct its “Clean and Safe” program that offers local property owners free disposal (other than a $5 permit fee) of materials from the demolition and removal of condemned and dilapidated structures in th...

Regulations reminder: Weeds and yard sales

Spring, and then summer, brings warmer weather, and warmer weather brings the emergence of a variety of vegetation. Unfortunately, that can include unwanted weeds. Meanwhile, spring and summer also are yard-sale season, which means the appearance of yard-...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: SIDEWALKS AND CURB CUTS

This is the sixth and final installment in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property.

Befo...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: REMODELS

This is the fifth in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property. In this article, the focu...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

As hub and historian of local government, City Clerk’s Office provides wide variety of information and assistance to many different people, from citizens to city staff

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer 

The Ro...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: Porches, Patio Covers and Additions

This is the fourth in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property.

Before constructing a por...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: Carports and Garages

This is the third in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property.

Several homeowners recentl...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: Storage Sheds, Workshops and Accessory Structures

This is the second in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property.

Before installing a stora...

PROPER PERMITTING AND PLANNING: Fences and Walls

This is the first in a series of articles from the City of Roswell Community Development Department discussing permitting and other requirements related to various projects homeowners/residents may do on their homes and property.

Before installing a new fe...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Internal auditor helps the city get the most from its resources to ensure the citizens are well-served

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

Juan Fuentes has his eye on efficiency and effectiveness. As the City of Roswell&a...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Emergency manager works daily to prepare Roswell and surrounding communities to be ready to respond to the most challenging situations

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

When Karen Sanders took the job of Roswell/Chaves County Em...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

Pecos Trails Transit strives to provide safe, timely and pleasant service as it gets people around Roswell every day

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

At 6 a.m. on any weekday, seven buses roll out of the Pecos Trails Transit te...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

HR director finds enjoyment in taking care of the people who keep the city up and running each day

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

It’s all about people. That’s why Jetta Miles enjoys what she does as Human...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

Parks and Recreation Department strives to offer a wide variety of activities, events and facilities designed to enhance local residents’ quality of life

The many offerings of the Roswell Parks and Recreation Department are designed to improve th...

Citizens can share concerns with city through online FixIT Form

Have you recently come across a significant pothole on a city street? Did a property overgrown with weeds catch your eye? Do you know of a vehicle that appears to have been abandoned and remains sitting on public property? The City of Roswell wants to kno...

Registration for fall adult coed volleyball opens Sept. 2

Registration for the Roswell Recreation Department’s Fall Adult Coed Volleyball League will take place Sept 2-30.

The league is open to ages 15 and older. Matches will start Oct. 14. Play will take place in the evenings and on weekends and all ga...

Turtle Marathon races set for Aug. 31

The Roswell Recreation Department will be hosting the annual Turtle Marathon Saturday, Aug. 31. The multiple-race event begins at the National Guard Armory parking lot at #1 W. Earl Cummings Loop.

The event featuring a competitive marathon, half-marathon, ...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

The many offerings of the Roswell Parks and Recreation Department are designed to improve the lives of the city’s residents. From health and wellness to conservation efforts to recreation opportunities, the Parks and Recreation Department handles a wide v...

Make sure safety is a priority in new school year

The beginning of a new school year means new adventures for many children: new friends to meet, new teachers to get used to, new academic subjects to learn and master, and for some students, new school buildings to figure out. With all this facing local k...

Operators of motorized bicycles must meet legal requirements

The Roswell Police Department’s Traffic Division would like to inform and remind local residents who ride around town on bicycles that have been modified by the additions of gas-powered engines that there are laws that must be adhered to regarding these m...

Hot vehicles pose danger to children

Roswell and other areas of southeast New Mexico experience some hot temperatures every spring and summer. As the calendar advances, the hot weather can be expected to become more intense and consistent.

Parents and other child caregivers must raise their a...

Explorer program offers firsthand experience in law enforcement for young men and women

Young men and women with an interest in possibly pursuing a career in law enforcement or a related field of the criminal justice system can get a personal education and experience regarding what it’s like to be a police officer by taking part in...

One girl's caring heart

In early February, 9-year-old Aijah Orona, accompanied by her mother, Veronica Carranza, surprised the Roswell Police Department with several “care packs” she delivered to the police station. Her goal was to share some of her toys with...

Free service checks up on residents who live alone

The Good Morning Call program has been instituted by the Roswell Police Department to provide a daily telephone call to individuals who live alone and want the reassurance of knowing they will be contacted each day to make sure they are okay. The service ...

Angel Program reaching out to drug addicts

The Roswell Police Department formally introduced the Roswell Angel Program in January 2018. 

WHAT: The Angel Program offers a means by which the Roswell Police Department and its partner agencies in this effort – the Chaves County Sheriff’s Offic...

Protecting yourself against scams

The Roswell Police Department Criminal Investigations Division would like to offer the public these tips regarding telephone and email scams:

• Entities providing services to you, such as government agencies, will never call or email you and request payment ...

Keeping you and your vehicle safe and secure

The Roswell Police Department Criminal Investigations Division would like to offer the public these vehicle security and safety tips:

• Lock your car door anytime you are away from your car.
• With the changing of seasons, it is very tempting to start your car ...

Taking precautions to protect financial-account information

The Roswell Police Department urges citizens to be aware of the threat of debit- and credit-card “skimming” and take precautions to prevent becoming a victim of these criminals who often use deceptive technology to steal card information in order to illeg...

RPD is hiring!

The Roswell Police Department is now hiring! We are eager to add to the department those who share our commitment to making a positive difference by protecting and serving this community. RPD welcomes anyone ready to become part of our team of professiona...

Take steps to protect property and be aware of suspicious activity

Roswell's citizens play a key role in helping prevent crime in the community and making their neighborhoods safer places to live. The Roswell Police Department encourages citizens to be mindful of the simple steps they can take to help reduce crime in the...

New Library Hours

The library will now be open late 4 nights of the week, offering the public more time to come and enjoy all the services the library provides.  Starting August 2nd, 2019 the new library hours will be as follows:

Monday 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Tuesday 9:...

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Connecting people with the information they seek, reference librarian enjoys the challenge of identifying the best resources for a wide variety of questions, requests

By Todd Wildermuth/Public Information Officer, City of Roswell

Each day that Tomás Gonzále...

Connect with the Library

Follow the Roswell Public Library on instagram @RPLnm for great book posts and other info about Library programs.

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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Zookeeper gets to live out her love for animals each day, caring for them and teaching the public about them

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

Andrea Cole enjoys coming to work each day. She has had a love for animals since she ...

“Keeper Talks” highlight zoo’s animals

A monthly program offers people the chance to learn about Spring River Park and Zoo’s animals from those who take care of them every day.

The program, called “Keeper Talks,” began in November 2018, when the talk featured the zoo's lemurs (pictured). On the...