Let鈥檚 Talk New Mexico, 6/27 8a: New Mexico has dropped from 5th to 41st over the last couple years when it comes to , however the state is now ranked 3rd most , with Albuquerque of dangerous cities. Residents in Santa Fe recently took to an open meeting where Mayor Alan Webber asked for input on spending priorities for surplus funding; a top request was for . Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen has suggested to include impounding vehicles from street racers and other dangerous drivers.
On the next Let鈥檚 Talk New Mexico we鈥檒l discuss dangerous and distracted driving with local officials, police, and safety experts. We鈥檇 also like to hear from you. Have you seen more reckless or aggressive drivers lately? Has your phone taken your attention away from the road? Do we need more traffic enforcement officers? What other measures could curb dangers and distractions? Email letstalk@kunm.org, leave a voice message by clicking the link below, or call in live at 505-277-5866 Thursday morning from 8-9am.
Guests:
- Jeff Barela, Traffic Safety Director,
- Evan Chandler, journalist,
- Undersheriff Johann Jareno,
- Dan Mayfield, Public Information Officer,
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