About Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Rio Rancho was developed as Rio Rancho Estates by developer AMREP in the 60’s and 70’s. AMREP developed 91,000+ acres of New Mexico Land northwest of Albuquerque and marketed it as a retirement community to people mainly in the eastern US. Rio Rancho Land is platted into approximately 112,000 home sites and commercial lots. During the 60’s and 70’s AMREP sold more than 75,000 lots in “Rio Rancho Estates” to thousands of individuals throughout the country.

Rio Rancho is now the fastest growing city in New Mexico and is dubbed the "City of Vision". Rio Rancho has a population of over 70,000. The City of Rio Rancho planners made a decision a few years ago to build a new "Downtown" and chose a parcel of Real Estate in the middle of Rio Rancho. The new Rio Rancho “City Centre” will be a modern and dynamic downtown and already has a state of the art Arena (Santa Ana Star Center), the Rio Rancho City Hall, and will soon have the CNM (Community College) and UNM Campus, and a full service UNM Hospital.

The Rio Rancho Real Estate market is dynamic and complex as land is plentiful. Rio Rancho lots can start at $3,000 for a ½ acre, but “buildable” lots close to services will range from $30000 to $150000 depending on location and availability of utilities. Rio Rancho Homes are some of the best values in the metro Albuquerque area. Some of the nicest master planned communities in New Mexico, including Cabazon and Loma Colorado, are in Rio Rancho. With the great amenities to community offers; Rio Rancho is a great place to call home!

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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Cleveland HS & Rio Rancho HS Bands...Is it really for geeks?

Is marching band really for geeks? I think not. Marching band and other music programs are an incredible opportunity these days. It’s not just marching and performing for half times, it’s about teamwork, friendship and competition. As a band parent I truly enjoy being a part of the new Cleveland High marching band program & colorguard called “The Cleveland Storm Regiment”. I’ve also been involved with the Rio Rancho High School band and it is such a thrill to watch their performances too. Both Cleveland and Rio Rancho just finished two weekends of exciting competition and we can all be very proud of the outcomes. This past Saturday at UNM, Cleveland took 3rd place in their division while Rio Rancho went on to finals and eventually finished 4th out of 32 bands. The dedication and time these students give to their programs is tremendous. I have to give an extra special shout out to the Cleveland Storm Regiment as they didn’t even have a practice field for almost 3 weeks into the school season. While other bands had that time to work things out on a field, Cleveland had to patiently wait. I am so proud of the way Cleveland Storm Regiment & Colorguard held their own and the high finishes at Pageant of Bands & Zia Marching Fiesta are a reflection of the perseverance our fine Cleveland students have. Hat’s off to Mr. Gilbert the band director for Cleveland along with the assistance of Mr. Pena who is band director at Rio Rancho Middle School. Another "Thank You" goes to Kimberly Branch our Colorguard Director. Above all...let’s not forget the Cleveland Band Boosters and the many parents who help and give of their time for these great kids and this organization.

A special thanks goes out to Jennifer Huard for her column about our bands in the Rio Rancho Journal which can be previewed by clicking the link below.

Darlene Jones
Band & Colorguard Mom for
Cleveland High & Rio Rancho Middle School

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