AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSurveillance Scrutiny: Page, Arizona’s police chief defended automated license plate readers, saying local “guardrails” exist even as outside agencies reportedly queried the system millions of times—an issue that hits the travel-and-safety conversation for visitors and residents alike. Auto Theft Update (Albuquerque): Albuquerque police report auto thefts down 32% from 2025 to 2026, crediting bait cars and license plate readers as they nabbed additional suspects. Gas Prices (New Mexico): AAA says New Mexico gas is climbing again, with the statewide regular average hitting about $4.44 on Sept. 15; prices vary widely, including higher figures in Farmington. Tourism Performance: New Mexico reportedly attracted about 760,000 international visitors in 2025, up 1.1% year over year, even as the U.S. saw an overall decline. New Lodging in Santa Fe: Under Canvas Santa Fe is set to open in April 2027 on 640 acres near the Galisteo Basin Preserve, adding tents plus cabins and saunas for high-desert stays. Film in Santa Fe: Netflix’s “The Four Seasons” will film in and around Santa Fe through Sept. 19, bringing local crew and background actors. Weather Watch: A monsoon-driven flash flood threat (Level 2) is in effect for Arizona and New Mexico through Friday. Roadless Rule Debate: Hunters and anglers are pushing to keep the Roadless Rule intact, warning proposed changes could affect public lands and rural economies.
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