Official campaign website for Mayor Lynn Crawford’s 2026 re-election campaign
RE-ELECT
Lynn Crawford
MAYOR OF RUIDOSO
Here for Ruidoso — From Recovery to Renewal
Good leadership isn’t about being right every time.
It’s about showing up—listening, adjusting when needed, and staying accountable to the whole community through open, accessible leadership.
Ruidoso has faced real challenges. Through good times and difficult ones, Mayor Lynn Crawford has been present—guiding recovery, strengthening essential systems, and continuing the work of renewal with steadiness, judgment, and care, alongside village staff, emergency responders, partners, and residents.
Leadership that works begins with service—and keeps moving forward.
Leadership That Shows Up
Mayor Crawford shows up for the everyday work of governing—and for the moments that test a community’s resilience.
His leadership is grounded in responsibility, respect for process, and a commitment to the long view.
You don’t have to agree with every decision to recognize leadership rooted in service and accountability—communicating openly, making information accessible, keeping conversations public, and making leadership visible.
Mayor Crawford shows up—for Ruidoso.
Leadership in Action
A record that keeps essential systems working—during recovery and into renewal.
Wildfire & Flood Recovery
Secured state and federal funding for infrastructure repair, mitigation, and long-term resilience.Emergency Preparedness
Upgraded warning systems and strengthened coordinated response planning.Fiscal Responsibility
Maintained strong financial footing while investing in sewer systems, bridges, and core infrastructure.Housing & Neighborhood Stability
Advanced workforce housing and implemented balanced short-term rental regulations.Economic Recovery
Supported local businesses through targeted tourism and post-disaster recovery efforts.
Leadership You Can Trust
Mayor Crawford leads with respect—for residents, village staff, and the responsibilities of the office. He listens, stays engaged, and makes thoughtful decisions that serve the entire community, even when the choices are difficult.
That commitment includes transparency. Village Council meetings are livestreamed and archived for public replay. Weekly updates are shared through Monday with the Mayor radio broadcasts, and residents receive regular information through the Ruidoso Insider newsletter, the Village website, and official social channels.
Leadership means staying engaged—even when conversations are difficult.
The Choice
Ruidoso deserves leadership that is calm, capable, and committed to continuing the work of recovery and renewal—for the whole community.