Funny how ownership claims there is "communication,” yet they’ve plastered the place with signs barking orders at us. Not a single positive word — just negative, rude, condescending lists of what we’re forbidden to do. If this is their idea of communication, it’s insulting. We’re adults, not children who need to be yelled at by a piece of paper. So yes, technically there has been communication — nothing but a wall of negativity reminding us exactly what they think of us.

—The Voices

An open letter sent tonight to the President of the BMH Board of Directors.

Is it time for www.bmhvoices.com to go away? Absolutely—the moment leadership chooses to act with the basic common sense and responsibility residents have been asking for. This site exists for one reason: because the community has been left in the dark. Residents have made it clear what would eliminate the need for this platform overnight:

Hold town halls regularly — real engagement, not token gestures.

Operate with full transparency — no more closed-door decisions or selective information.

Put residents first — before dividends, before profit, before convenience.

None of this is required by law. It’s required by integrity. Whether this website remains or disappears is entirely up to you, not us.

—The Voices

Welcome to Stalag 13. The only thing missing now is Colonel Klink and a few armed guards. Ownership must have gotten a bulk discount on locks, because they’ve slapped them on everything that isn’t nailed down. The lockdown is officially underway.

At our Burro Mountain version of Hogan’s Heroes, the heroes have gone missing—and so has common sense. Can’t use much of anything anymore. Forget a paper plate or a plastic fork—apparently the rising cost of disposable items is the new excuse for treating residents like thieves. Respect for the people who actually pay the bills? Gone. Replaced by padlocks.

Let’s talk money. A paper plate costs two cents. Apparently, residents aren’t even worth that anymore.

What is happening to our beloved Burro Mountain Homestead? It’s starting to look like corporate America, where dividends matter more than people. If ownership raised leases by just $20, residents could have access to coffee cups, plates, utensils—everything—without locking up the entire kitchen like Fort Knox. But instead of talking to us—heaven forbid—they locked everything. Are we scary monsters lurking around, waiting to steal a paper plate? Or is that dividend check just more important than the community they’re supposed to serve? Customer service from leadership? An absolute joke. Do we sound mad? Hell yes. We’re tired of being ignored—and sooner or later, this is going to backfire.

Some wonder why we started BMH Voices. We hope the picture is getting clearer with every passing day.

What’s next? Lock the ACTIVITY CENTER? Lock the BATHROOMS? Lock the LAUNDRY ROOM? Lock the LODGE?

Might as well just put up a GATE & LOCK at the entrance and go for a vacant RV Park !!

Keep going like this, and BMH 13 will have guard towers and dogs before long.

-The Voices

(Off to the hardware store to buy a BOLT CUTTER. We need to pee)

We’re able to learn and post updates quickly because we stay organized, use efficient tools, and work as a team. Everything we share—whether it’s news, community updates, or information for residents—comes from staying informed, paying attention, and using a fast process to write, review, and post.? We now have EYES & EARS everywhere.

And we mean

EVERYWHERE!

Is anyone visiting this website?

Our website continues to grow with strong visitor engagement. To date, we’ve recorded 8,774 total hits, reflecting all visits and page interactions across the site. Of those, 2,439 are unique visitors, showing a solid and expanding base of individual users accessing our information. We appreciate the continued interest and support from our community as our online presence strengthens.

You wanted a window for Silver City News. We listen when you speak!

-The Voices

What is the structure of BMH Voices?

A single point of contact (SPOC) structure ensures that all communication flows through one designated individual, maintaining strict separation between team members so they do not know who one another are. This model is often used when absolute discretion is required, as it limits the visibility of participants and reduces the risk of information leakage. By having only the SPOC manage interactions, relay updates, and coordinate tasks, the organization can uphold 100% confidentiality, protect sensitive identities, and create a controlled environment where information is shared solely on a need-to-know basis.

-The Voices

Free speech in America supports a vibrant democracy by allowing individuals to express ideas, challenge authority, and participate in open debate, which helps drive social progress and protect minority viewpoints. However, this freedom can also create tension, as harmful or misleading speech—such as hate speech, misinformation, or extremist content—can spread widely and influence public behavior in negative ways. The challenge lies in balancing the protection of open expression with the need to prevent real-world harm, a tension that continues to shape legal, political, and cultural debates in the United States."

In summary, free speech and free expression can be challenging at times, but they are essential for genuine freedom and a healthy society.

-The Voices

Some in SILVER CITY call BMH "The Nazi Camp". Oh course we dont agree. But why would they even say that? We find that very disturbing."

– The Voices

What the Current (2025-Effective) New Mexico Law Says

Retaliation Is Illegal — NMSA § 47-8-39

New Mexico law prohibits a landlord from retaliating against any resident who is in compliance with their rental agreement and the Act.

Retaliation Includes:

• Increasing rent
• Decreasing services
• Threatening or filing eviction
• Refusing to renew a lease
• Serving a termination notice

These actions are illegal if done because a resident exercised their lawful rights.

Protected Activities (Within the Prior Six Months) Include:

• Reporting health or safety code violations to a government agency
• Organizing or joining a resident/tenant association
• Requesting legally required repairs in good faith
• Filing a fair-housing complaint
• Filing or winning a lawsuit against the owner
• Testifying for another resident
• Legally withholding or reducing rent under New Mexico habitability laws

If Retaliation Occurs

A resident may use retaliation as a legal defense in an eviction or possession action and may be entitled to additional remedies under the Act.

Important Clarification

Owners may legally raise rent or adjust services only if the changes are uniform—applied equally to all similarly situated residents—and not targeted at anyone for protected activities.

2025 Updates

• The Act remains fully in force through 2025.
• House Bill 6 (2023) reaffirmed the statute and strengthened clarity on what counts as retaliation.
• The six-month “look-back” window continues to apply.

Bottom Line

If you’ve exercised your rights in any of the protected ways listed above, SCR cannot legally punish, threaten, or intimidate you. Any attempt to do so would expose them to legal risk and strengthen your protections.

Sincerely,
The Voices (We have more rights than SCR has. Know them & use them)

Important Update on Communication Practices

Beginning immediately, all general updates and information will be posted exclusively on our website. To respect the time, privacy, and preferences of our friends and neighbors, we will no longer send broad email updates. Individual email communication will continue when a matter involves a specific resident or requires direct, personal outreach. Thank you for your understanding as we streamline and honor our community’s communication process.

We are choosing a more peaceful, kinder, and compassionate approach in all communication with SCR owners and board members. Our goal is to calm tensions, encourage understanding, and create a space where everyone feels respected. By speaking gently, listening openly, and engaging with patience, we hope to foster a more harmonious environment where concerns can be addressed and progress can be made together.

For ongoing updates and information, please visit:

– The Voices

Peaceful Activism

Peaceful activism is a powerful force for meaningful change, grounded in the belief that progress can be achieved without violence. Through methods like community organizing, creative expression, open dialogue, and public demonstrations, peaceful activists raise awareness and inspire collective action.

By appealing to shared values and encouraging empathy, this approach fosters understanding—even among people with differing perspectives. Peaceful activism demonstrates that lasting transformation is possible through courage, patience, and a commitment to nonviolence.

The Right to Free Speech in America

The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects one of the most fundamental rights we have as Americans: the freedom of speech. This right allows every individual to express their opinions, beliefs, and ideas without fear of government punishment or censorship.

Free speech covers verbal speech, written communication, art, symbolic gestures, peaceful protest, and digital expression. It ensures that diverse viewpoints can exist—even those that are unpopular or controversial.

BMH Voices stands for open dialogue, informed discussion, and the protection of every community member’s right to speak freely and respectfully.