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Local NewsDeming residents shocked by the price of their city natural gas billsDEMING - The topic of the soaring price Deming residents are now paying for Natural gas was discussed during last week’s Deming City Council meeting.
The Headlight reported that during his administrator’s report, Aaron Sera said he had met with staff members of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham in hope of recruiting some state or federal aid with the recent spike in natural gas prices from the San Juan Basin. However, Sera indicated no more assistance was forthcoming. Nora Sackett, the governor’s press secretary said, “The governor’s office doesn’t play any role in that…We are obviously cognizant of the fact that costs are high for folks right now, which is another round of state tax rebates is in the governor’s executive budget proposal.” Lawmakers returned the state Capitol last Tuesday, the same day as the council meeting, to approve a budget for the next fiscal year. In the meantime, Sera held out hope that the city’s energy broker, Symmetry Energy Solutions, would sign on to a lower four-year rate that had been negotiated as a way to bring down the immediate per-unit price paid by city ratepayers, a rate that recently rose to $3.30 per unit. City plans upgrades to Trees LakeDEMING — The City of Deming has been working to create an all-inclusive recreational experience to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Deming.
The City is working on exciting opportunities to access State Funding through the New Mexico Quality of Life Grant, addressing a prominent need in the southwest region of New Mexico. Expanding on the established investment of Trees Lake, this initiative continues to encourage outdoor experiences through play while simultaneously building educational experiences through ecosystem and cultural history. City Manager Aaron Sera said, “Plans at Trees Lake include further development of the existing infrastructure to house boating and fishing facilities.” Also, construction of a new infrastructure to support an outdoor inflatable sports park, kayak rentals and a shallow swim zone. The proposed inflatable park will be a one-of-a-kind feature in the southwestern region that has a capacity of 150 users and is expandable to 250 users. Sera said, “This project prioritizes livability as a core strategy for recruiting, retaining, and expanding business in the community.” For more information contact Aaron Sera at City Hall. 
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Luna County to count the local homeless populationDEMING – Luna County is joining the New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness again this year to count the current number of individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Luna County. Staff and volunteers conduct surveys in soup kitchens, day shelters and directly on the streets.
The goal is to get an accurate count of individuals and families experiencing homelessness and to learn about their specific needs to be able to help find programs and services for short and long term solutions. Luna County will be doing street outreach, as well as being a drop off site for donations. Lupita Hernandez, with Luna County Planning said in a press release that, “Knowing how many people experience homelessness helps secure funding for homeless service programs, including annual federal funding for long-term solutions like permanent supportive housing and transitional housing.” By learning more about the demographics of individuals and families experiencing homelessness, that information will help influence practices and policy, clearly identify those in need. Donations being collected will be distributed to individuals while the count is being conducted. Suggested donations include socks, blankets, hats, gloves, scarves, gift cards, wet wipes, hygiene items and sleeping bags. The Luna County count will be held from January 31st until February 3rd. Local drop-off locations include Deming Silver Linings, 212 S Copper, Spin Housing 416 S. Silver and the Luna County Courthouse 700 S Silver. For more information call 543-6621. NM becomes Major
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