Farmington Taxes, ABQ Min Wage, Google Clawbacks

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Albuquerque has 5th Highest Minimum Wage in the Nation: Cost of living figures for cities across the country that adjust the minimum wage spending power locally show that the Albuqureque minimum wage is one of the highest in the U.S. Read more HERE.

Google Clawbacks wouldn’t have happened in Arizona or Utah: The recent issue of Google leaving Moriarty, NM, raises a question of how best to safeguard taxpayer economic development dollars – clawbacks or reimbursements? Read more HERE.

NMBC Fossil Fuel Opposition Update is TODAY, August 18, at 5 pm in Farmington, at Merrion Oil and Gas. We hope to see you there! This event is made possible by our host, Merrion Oil and Gas and these great sponsors: ConocoPhillips, WPX Energy, Allen & Gayla McCulloch, Bayless Producer, LLC, Bill & Jean Hagler, Citizens Bank of New Mexico, Farmington Chamber of Commerce, and Four Corners Economic Development.

NMBC Heroes Luncheon Sold Out – But More Seating Acquired: Tickets and reserved tables for the August 27 Heroes Luncheon went fast, selling out last week. The good news is that NMBC was able to make room for another 25 people! These seats will sell quickly, don’t wait any longer to get your tickets or one of the two reserved tables left. RSVP For the Heroes Luncheon TODAY!

New Mexicans are lucky to have public officials like Reps Yvette Herrell and Dona Irwin representing them at the Roundhouse. These NMBC Heroes prove that integrity, non-partisan values and teamwork go a long way for the good of the state! The Alamogordo News and Deming Headlight published news stories highlighting Rep Herrell and Rep Irwin.

Join us on Thursday, August 27, at 11:30 am at the Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North as we honor Rep Herrell, Rep Irwin, and these other great Heroes: 2015 Hero of the Year, Albuquerque Police Officer Lou Golson, Business Leader, Marc Powell, Recarnation, and Community Leader, A. Blair Dunn, Esq. The keynote address for the 2015 Heroes Luncheon will be delivered by U.S. Marshal Conrad E. Candelaria.

NMBC Heroes Luncheon sponsors include: CEMCO, New Mexico Oil & Gas Association, NM American Fire Sprinkler Association, NM Cattle Growers Association.

Sponsorship Opportunities can be found HERE.

Win A Dream Vacation for only $20! 2015 Raffle tickets are on sale now for just $20 for a chance to win a 7 day trip to a Wyndham or RCI Resort or a Custom Built Rifle. The drawing will be held at the 2015 Heroes Luncheon on August 28. You do not have to be present to win.

Farmington to Raise Taxes: The Farmington City Council just approved a tax increase to begin in January 2016. This will offset the hold-harmless payments that will be phased out by 2030. Read more HERE.

Albuquerque has 5th Highest Minimum Wage in the Nation: Cost of living figures for cities across the country that adjust the minimum wage spending power locally show that the Albuqureque minimum wage is one of the highest in the U.S. Read more HERE.

Google Clawbacks wouldn’t have happened in Arizona or Utah: The recent issue of Google leaving Moriarty, NM, raises a question of how best to safeguard taxpayer economic development dollars – clawbacks or reimbursements? Read more HERE.