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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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

By Todd Wildermuth

Public Information Officer

City of Roswell

As chief of the Emergency Medical Services Division of the Roswell Fire Department, Eric Mann doesn’t hesitate when describing what it takes to be a good paramedic. A paramedic himself, Mann has b...

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...

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...

Tree, yard debris from wind storm can be disposed of for free at landfill

Following the March 13 wind storm, clean (not mixed with other trash) tree/yard debris can be brought to the landfill by city residents. Disposal is free with a current water bill.

In addition to residents bringing their own debris, a special consideration...

Class to train citizens to be storm spotters

The Roswell/Chaves County Office of Emergency Management and the Pecos Valley Amateur Radio Club will be hosting the annual Skywarn storm-spotter class Tuesday, March 26, at the Daniels Leadership Center on the New Mexico Military Institute campus. The ce...

Brew at the Zoo to benefit animal-exhibit improvements

The Friends of Spring River Zoo and the City of Roswell are asking people to “Tap into a worthy cause” by planning to attend the Brew at the Zoo event April 27 to raise funds to support construction of animal-exhibit improvements that ...

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-...

Spring Break 2019

Spring Break arrives at the end of March. Start making plans now for your kids to attend some of the many fun and educational activities the City of Roswell will be offering through its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as at the library, zoo and m...

Annual project offers residents free disposal of unwanted electronics, household goods, appliances

Many city residents have the opportunity in March to get rid of unwanted electronics and large household goods and appliances for free. People will also be able to dispose of household hazardous waste for free as part of the annual March Out the Trash eve...

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...

City lands grant to support tourism promotion

The City of Roswell’s application for a Cooperative Marketing Grant from the New Mexico Tourism Department has resulted in an award of $48,818 that is being used to market Roswell to potential visitors, including targeting travelers at Phoenix a...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

From everyday strays to some exotic oddities, Animal Services performs variety of tasks to protect animals and the community

By Todd Wildermuth, City of Roswell Public Information Officer

The staff at Roswell Animal Services has to be ready to handle all so...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

From citizens’ home improvements to large-scale construction projects of all types, Planning and Zoning Division plays key role in guiding city’s future development

If you are planning to build a carport, construct a fence or put an add...

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 open for Adult and Recreation Center spring classes

From ceramics and stained glass to line dancing and hula dancing to yoga and aerobics, spring classes are preparing to begin at the Roswell Adult and Recreation Center. In addition to these offerings, people can also learn and enjoy Tae kwon do, Spanish, ...

Spring Break 2019

Spring Break arrives at the end of March. Start making plans now for your kids to attend some of the many fun and educational activities the City of Roswell will be offering through its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as at the library, zoo and m...

Registration for adult coed volleyball to be open throughout March

Registration for the Roswell Parks and Recreation Department’s Adult Coed Volleyball League will take place March 1-30.

The league is open to ages 15 and older. Matches will start April 8. Play will take place in the evenings and on weekends. Reg...

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...

Restaurant thief’s escape cut short by customer, employee

A dinnertime thief who grabbed the cash register drawer from a sandwich shop and ran from the restaurant saw his burglary attempt come to a quick end March 13 when he was chased down by one of the restaurant’s customers and a restaurant employee...

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 ...

DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT

The staff at Roswell Animal Services has to be ready to handle all sorts of animal adventures. Like a six-foot-long alligator being kept as a pet in someone’s residence. Or a giant python suddenly appearing in an apartment toilet. Then there was the time ...

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...

Spring Break 2019

Spring Break arrives at the end of March. Start making plans now for your kids to attend some of the many fun and educational activities the City of Roswell will be offering through its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as at the library, zoo and m...

Spring Break 2019

Spring Break arrives at the end of March. Start making plans now for your kids to attend some of the many fun and educational activities the City of Roswell will be offering through its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as at the library, zoo and m...

Get tax forms at the Library!

The Library now has the Federal 1040 booklets and the New Mexico PIT Packets available now and are free to take.  They are located in the Periodicals section.  For more information on resources and other helpful hints, check out the Libr...

Connect with the Library

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

"Like" the Roswell Public Library on Facebook for the the latest news happening at your library.

Brew at the Zoo to benefit animal-exhibit improvements

The Friends of Spring River Zoo and the City of Roswell are asking people to “Tap into a worthy cause” by planning to attend the Brew at the Zoo event April 27 to raise funds to support construction of animal-exhibit improvements that ...

Spring Break 2019

Spring Break arrives at the end of March. Start making plans now for your kids to attend some of the many fun and educational activities the City of Roswell will be offering through its Parks and Recreation Department, as well as at the library, zoo and m...

“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...