What are the biggest challenges for the county?
In the past, the impression of the county government was just maintaining status quo. With the development of the comprehensive plan, the county is now able to become the leader in steering itself forward in growth and economic development. The biggest challenges facing District 3 are water, economic growth, and public safety – including fire prevention, forest/ watershed protection, and transportation. Angel Fire and the Moreno Valley are the fastest growing areas in the county, and economic growth along with transportation are major issues facing the district. The county in 2005 has taken the first step by the plan of a website to promote the county year-round tourism, paying attention to our incorporated areas from Springer and Cimarron to Eagle Nest and Angel Fire. A wide variety of year-round outdoor and recreational opportunities in the district are offered by the Carson National Forest, Cimarron Canyon State Park, Colin Neblett State Wildlife Area, Eagle Nest Lake State Park, Su
