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2025 Mill Levy Renewal

This is not a new tax—just a continuation of support for your hospital

What is the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal?

The 2025 mill levy that supports Artesia General Hospital is not a new tax, but a continuation of one that’s been in place since 1979. For more than four decades, this funding has been a vital part of keeping essential healthcare services available close to home.

The levy, set at $2.70 per $1,000 of net taxable property value within the Artesia Special Hospital District, plays a vital role in supporting high-quality care close to home. In a rural setting, this community investment helps ensure access to a full range of essential healthcare services for local residents. Many other New Mexico communities rely on similar mill levies to maintain their hospitals.

These funds are often used for critical needs like equipment upgrades, provider recruitment, and maintaining emergency services—ensuring that residents don’t have to travel hours for care.

In Artesia, the mill levy has helped AGH grow into a full-service hospital benefiting residents. Renewing this existing levy means continuing the healthcare stability generations have counted on—without raising taxes.

Quick Facts

This is a renewal – not a new tax.
Rate: $2.70 per $1,000 of net taxable value.
Term: 4 years (2025–2029).
Applies to: Artesia Special Hospital District properties. (Same as the Artesia School District)
Vote by mail deadline: June 3, 2025.

Where the Money Goes

We support local businesses.
$34M in salaries for over 430 staff.
$1.3M/year in uncompensated care.

Thanks to the support of the district, the hospital has been able to invest over $15 million into important projects, including the following initiatives:

Major upgrades to CT, surgery, and IT.
Facility improvements, transportation van, pharmacy tech, West Wing (Green Chile Cafe), Women’s Health Clinic and more.
Recent capital projects: New MRI, Behavioral Health remodel, upcoming clinic flooring upgrade.

Why your Vote for the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal Matters

Your vote matters because the mill levy renewal is essential to sustaining quality healthcare in our community. This is not a new tax—it’s a continuation of funding that Artesia General Hospital uses to provide vital services like emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and specialty clinics. Your support helps ensure that families in Artesia continue to have access to state-of-the-art facilities, local medical providers, and life-saving treatment close to home. Every vote helps protect the health of our neighbors, friends, and loved ones.

Who Can Vote and How to Register for the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal

All registered voters residing within the Artesia Special Hospital District are eligible to vote in the 2025 Mill Levy election.

Not registered? You can register online through the New Mexico Secretary of State at:
sos.nm.gov/voter-information

Deadline: Ballots will be mailed on May 6th and must be returned by June 3, 2025.

For more information, contact the Eddy County Clerk’s Office:
Address: 325 S. Main Street, Carlsbad, NM 88220
Phone: (575) 885-3383
Visit Eddy County Clerk Website

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal

Q: How do I know if I live in the Artesia Special Hospital District?
A: If your property tax bill lists AGH or you’ve voted in past AGH elections, you’re likely within the district. Contact the Eddy County Clerk to confirm.
Q: Will this raise my property taxes?
A: No. This is a renewal of an existing mill levy, not a new tax.
Q: What happens if the levy fails?
A: Without the levy, AGH would need to carefully prioritize resources, which could lead to adjustments in service availability, timing of equipment upgrades, and how care is delivered—while continuing to focus on providing the best possible care to the community.
Q: How is the money managed?
A: The funds from the levy are overseen in several ways to ensure responsible use—including annual state audits, and independent financial reviews.
Q: Do businesses contribute to the mill levy??
A: Yes, businesses do contribute a majority of the mill levy. We’re especially thankful to the oil and gas industry.

Important Dates for the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal

May 6, 2025: Ballots mailed to voters.
June 3, 2025: Last day to return mail-in ballots.
Mid-June 2025: Final certified election results announced.

Downloadable Resources

Download and share these materials to help inform others about the Mill Levy:

Have Questions About the 2025 Mill Levy Renewal?

We know that informed voters make empowered decisions. If you have questions about the upcoming mill levy renewal, what it means for Artesia General Hospital, or how it impacts our community, we’re here to help.

Contact: Khushroo Ghadiali

Phone: 575-748-3333

Email: kghadiali@artesiageneral.com

Address: 702 N 13th St, Artesia, NM 88210

Our team is happy to walk you through the details, share how the levy supports our services, and explain how to make sure your vote is counted.

The Artesia Special Hospital District

The Artesia Special Hospital District Board is a locally elected governing body responsible for overseeing the financial support and stewardship of Artesia General Hospital through the hospital mill levy. Established in conjunction with the creation of the mill levy in 1979, the board ensures that funds collected from local property taxes are used effectively to support essential healthcare services, capital improvements, equipment purchases, and infrastructure needs. Comprised of dedicated community volunteers who have been elected to serve, the board acts as a critical link between the hospital and the residents of the district. Their leadership helps ensure that Artesia General Hospital remains a strong, community-focused facility—responsive to local needs and equipped to deliver high-quality care to Artesia and the surrounding region.