During a recent city meeting, a local resident expressed deep frustration over changes made to a caboose he helped fund and preserve in Fort Sumner. The individual, who had raised money and signed a contract with the city to maintain the caboose, discovered that its original symbol and font had been altered without any notification or consultation.

He voiced concerns about what he described as a growing trend of erasure within the community, suggesting that local citizens are increasingly overlooked in city decisions. \"The city is working really hard to do erasure among those local citizens,\" he stated, emphasizing the disconnect between the city's actions and the contributions of local residents.

The resident also highlighted his previous contributions to other community projects, including renovations at Salvador Perez and the entryway to Barrio La Cana, urging city officials to recognize and honor the efforts of local citizens. He concluded with a call for better inclusion of community voices in city planning and decision-making processes, expressing disappointment in how local contributors are treated.