Banking on New Mexico has worked long and hard championing a Public Bank of Santa Fe. Several years ago, this dedicated nonprofit convinced the City Council to invest in a public bank feasibility study. That study affirmed that it could be done and would be of great financial benefit to Santa Fe.
A task force must now present the “ways and means” to actualize a public bank. At the April 26 City Council meeting, Councilor Renee Villarreal will introduce a resolution that creates that task force. Santa Fe residents can show support for this historic undertaking by attending that meeting.
Thanks to Councilor Villarreal for introducing this critical resolution and thanks to her co-sponsors, Councilors Joseph Maestas, Carmichael Dominguez, Peter Ives and Signe Lindell. As the nation’s politicians appear determined to drag the country backward, it’s heartening that our local officials are leading Santa Fe into the future.
Gershon Siegel – Santa Fe
