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Santa Fe County Commission Appoints Interim County Manager

Santa Fe –June 22, 2010– The Board of County Commissioners (BCC) held an emergency meeting today. Commissioners discussed and reluctantly accepted the resignation of Roman Abeyta. The BCC appointed Steve Ross as interim County Manager until July 4, 2010. Penny Ellis-Green will take over interim duties July 5, 2010 until a permanent County Manager is found. Mr. Abeyta stated that he very much appreciated the opportunity to work at Santa Fe County and in particular, he loved working with staff and residents.

County Commission Chair Harry Montoya stated, " The County would not have accomplished what it has to date without the direction and leadership of Roman Abeyta."

“Mr. Abeyta is a leader amongst leaders and managed Santa Fe County excellently,” said Commissioner Virginia Vigil.

Commissioner Kathy Holian said, “I want to especially thank Roman Abeyta for his professionalism, his knowledge, and his special ability to unite people in our community.”

Roman Abeyta was employed with Santa Fe County for the last 19 years, serving as County Manger since September 30, 2006. The County Commission would like to express their gratitude for Roman Abeyta, emphasizing that he was an outstanding individual who was valued and a great leader. They would like to wish him the best in his future endeavors.

Watch the June 22, 2010 emergency meeting on the web http://www.santafecountynm.gov/multimedia/video_and_audio