Residents of a rural neighborhood in Stanley, New Mexico, voiced strong opposition during a recent government meeting regarding a proposed commercial greenhouse in their residentially zoned area. Concerns were raised about the implications of introducing a commercial operation in a space primarily designated for residential use, particularly regarding the maintenance and condition of the private road leading to the property.

Local resident and property owner, who initiated the discussion, highlighted the challenges faced with the road, which they financed and built themselves. They expressed frustration over previous promises made by neighbors to assist with road maintenance that were never fulfilled. This resident was joined by Norton Henninger, who also spoke against the greenhouse proposal, emphasizing his personal investment in the road's construction and maintenance over the past decade.

Henninger detailed his experiences with neighbors who had pledged support but ultimately failed to contribute, raising concerns about the new commercial entity's responsibility to maintain the road to county standards. He requested that any agreements related to the greenhouse include provisions for ongoing road maintenance, ensuring that the burden does not fall solely on a few residents.

The meeting concluded with officials indicating that they had addressed community concerns during their presentation, although the residents remained apprehensive about the potential impact of the greenhouse on their neighborhood. The discussions reflect ongoing tensions between residential and commercial interests in rural areas, highlighting the need for clear agreements on infrastructure responsibilities in such developments.