City Commissioner Arias resigns

Christopher Arias, a District 4 representative for the Tucumcari City Commission, turned in his resignation today, citing personal reasons.

Arias posted on Facebook his resignation letter, dated today, to city manager Paula Chacon and Mayor Ralph Moya.

Arias had served on the commission for six years.

“It is with a heavy heart that I have made this decision, but due to personal reasons, I believe it is in my best interest to step down from my position,” Arias stated in the letter.

Arias stated it was “an honor to contribute to the betterment of our community” as a commissioner.

“However, recent personal circumstances have necessitated that I prioritize my personal well-being and attend to pressing matters in my personal life,” he wrote. “Regrettably, these circumstances leave me unable to fulfill my duties and responsibilities as city commissioner effectively. It is my belief that stepping down from my position is the most responsible course of action at this time.”

He thanked the residents of District 4 for “providing me with the opportunity to serve our community.”

Arias has a little more than two years left in his term, which ends in December 2025.

The city commission will have to appoint someone to fill the remainder of his term.

District 4 is in the southeast side of the city, with its boundaries generally along South Third Street and Tucumcari Boulevard.