View Set 2 of Comments for August 18th
From: steve
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that the new area code should be assigned to cell phones.
Because the large number of new cell phones have made the new area code
necessary, cell phone users should bear the inconvenience of the new area
code. A separate area code for cell phones would also let callers know
that they are calling a cell phone.
From: Dan King Jr.
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
RE: New area code for New Mexico
I am personally in favor of assigning the new area code to all cellular
phones, allowing business and homeowners to retain the same phone number
they have always had. However, I know that Albuquerque and Santa
Fe will get their wish, as always, and the rest of us will be stuck with
the new area code.
From: CYNTHIA PHILLIPS
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe that the new area code (575) should go to new additions. I have had my same phone number, with area code 505, for 24 years.
From: Hope
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that Albuquerque and larger cities should get the new 575 number, and they should leave the rest of the state with the 505 number. Or they could put all cellphone numbers starting with area code 575 and land numbers with 505.
From: Catherine Griffith
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I thind that the Albuquerque area should keep the 505 code. Most business firms are in this area and it would mean less changes for them.
From: Lloyd W. Tucker
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Give the new area code to the new customers and leave the old 505 alone
and the customers that have it.
Thank you.
From: CHRISTINA
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I THINK THAT THE NEW PHONE NUMBERS SHOULD RECIEVE THE NEW AREA CODE. I HAVE A OLD PHONE NUMBER THAT HAS NOT BEEN CHANGED IN OVER 25 YEARS I DONT THINK I SHOULD HAVE TO CHANGE A NUMBER EVERYONE THAT KNOWS ME AT. FOR OUT OF STATE PEOPLE.
From: chris ward
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
split the state into different area code regions - I've lived in other states where this was done and never had a problem.
From: Alan A Fielding
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I would prefer to keep 505 for those who now have it and give 575 to
any new installations.
How about giving 575 to all new cell phone activations instead of giving
it to “land lines?”
From: Barbara Tucker
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Give the new area code number to any new customers-regardless of where they may be. I can't see a problem in having to dial 10 numbers when calling anyone.
From: Emily B. Rudin
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I suggest that "505" be retained in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe corridor, where the concentration of households is greatest, and that "575" be assigned to the remainder of the state. This is the only option that makes sense. Assigning "575" to new residents would be a prescription for confusion, wrongly dialed numbers, and constant concern with detail, whether calling one's neighbor or someone 5 counties away. As someone who has lived in the Bay Area and in Virginia, I can attest to the nuisance of having to dial 10-digit numbers for every call. Please consider my initial recommendation as your best option! Thank you.
From: Frances L. Griego
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that all businesses in New Mexico should keep the 505, and give everyone else the 575. It doesn't bother me to have to learn to use the new 575.
From: James & Joyce Mummert
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
My husband and I both believe the easiest solution would be to split the State in half. That way your neighbor across the street is not in a different area code.
From: IAN ALEXANDER
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that the new area code should be either for all new numbers, or for cell phone numbers. There is no reason to split the state geographically.
From: Gwen Browne
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that dividing the area codes into geographic sections is better than giving 575 to new numbers.
From: Gary Atwood
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The area code should be assigned to regional areas. Those that are the most populated first.
From: D. Sadiqui
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Give the new area code to new numbers only! Or keep 505 for Albuquerque and Santa Fe.
From: David Patterson
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I strongly favor the geographic split. The overlay option would be a ridiculous choice. To have to dial the area code when I want to call my neighbor makes no sense. Other states have handled the geographic split just fine, so there's no reason NM can't. We'll just have to adjust.
From: PD
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I can't believe that overlay is even being considered. It's just plain stupid.
From: GLENN NAFUS
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
RE 575 - PLEASE LEAVE ALL THE AREAS THAT HAVE 505 NOW, CHANGE THE OTHER AREAS. THANKS, GLENN NAFUS, RIO RANCHO, NM
From: M. Keith
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
In looking at your maps I have no idea what area keeps the "505" and what area will receive the new "575" area code. I have found nothing helpful with this site. Thanks for adding to the confusion.
From: KittyAnn Odegaard
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
asign the new area code to a certain area. Who wants to be charged a long distance fee for across the street
From: r murray
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
505 should be for ABQ greater metropolitan area (highest population) and 575 for rest of state
From: David
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think it would be a good idea to make all CELL PHONES and VOIP phones the 575 area code. Many cell phones and VOIP phones already require dialing 505 prefix anyway. It would be nice to know if you are contacting a cell phone or a land line anyway.
From: Willard Kelley
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I am for sectioning the area codes. I do not want to pay a toll to call some one across the street much less the same town who gets new phone service with the other code.
From: e cady
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
leave 505 for the ABQ area and 575 for less populated areas
From: David V. Martinez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Use 505 for land line phone number and 575 for cellular phone numbers.
From: frank lerner
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I would like to keep my existing area code, if at all possible.
From: David CAllahan
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I strongly support the two way geographic split. Do not make us all dial ten digits for ever.
From: Ashley
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think thi bigger cities like Albuquerque and Santa Fe should stay 505, and issue the 575 area code to the smaller cities. There are so many businesses, brands and logos that use 505 proudly. I think it would hurt the companies to not be able to use 505.
From: Nancy Bridge
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that the Albuquerque & Santa Fe areas should have the 575 area code since they are the fastest growing areas in NM. Let the rest of the state keep the 505 area code.
From: Barbara Reel
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
It is my opinion that the most populous counties (including Bernalillo) should retain the 505 area code because of the greater number of telephones and related expenses to switch to another area code.
From: Karen Boehler
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
If this finally has to go through (because of a lack of new numbers), I think NEW phone numbers should be given the new exchange, regardless of where they are in the state. That will allow for the least disruption to current phone usrrs. If that is NOT possible, I think the Albuquerque/Santa Fe area should get the new number. That way, the concentrated areas will make the change, making less disruption for the far-flung rural areas.
From: Steve Sarabia
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I want the geographic split. The overlay would be too confusing in the long run. I am willing to change my area code.
From: Linda Stanfield
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Why not split the area code similar to the zip code. The Northern part of NM is 87xxx and the Southern part is 88xxx. As for which gets to keep 505, flip a coin.
From: Levi Esquibel
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
With all the cell phones in New Mexico, would it not be less expensive and less intrusive to change all cell phones 575 area code and keep 505 for businesses and existing customers
From: Judy Tichenor
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
To give AC 575 to new numbers and if need be go to smaller counties, where there are not any military or large govt. installations.
From: milo miller
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the Geographic split plan is better. Its an AREA code.
From: Barbara Carlos
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The split 575/505 should definitely be geographical. the split mentioned in our paper, basically north-northwest vs south and east makes a lot of sense. If it is split on current vs future numbers one whould never know what area code to use. Many numbers in my address book have changed area codes. I don't mind changing, but AREA code means area and that's the only way it makes sense.
From: Robyn Hoffman
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I recently had letter press business cards designed with a prominent 505. The 505 contributes to my business identity. As a small business owner, this was a costly venture. Arizona, and CA residents dial 10 digits, and it would be only a matter of time before Alb, and SF would outgrow the 505. Farmington, NM
From: Lynn Adkins
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I've experienced both the overlay & the geographic split, & I "vote" for the geographic split. Denver, where I used to live, went with the overlay. It's a real pain in the neck! I also concur with the suggestion of some others that it would be a good idea for cell phones to have their own area code. The majority of cell phone calls are made to other local cell phones, so they would still have the convenience of 7 digit dialing.
From: Christine Dilks
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe that the new 575 area code should be for either rural areas or new cell phone numbers or transferred cell phone numbers. I don't believe that the citizens of New Mexico should be charged long distance rates.
From: Doug Jenkins
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Doesn't it make sense to just assign all CELL PHONE service the "575" area code. Then nobody is really affected by any changes.
From: john red-horse
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The area split is the only alternative that truly makes sense.
I know that some businesses have argued that this would cost them money;
and, in the short run, I think that it's true. However, once one
considers how a potential customer will track them down, they will see
that the regional split will not affect them in the long-term.
Has anyone on the PRC studied how these splits have been done in other
states?
My guess is that there wasn't one that was based on grandfathering old
area codes, and commingling in a given region.
Why? There are two reasons that I can think of: First, no one in
their right mind would want to have to dial 10 or 11 digits to place a
call within a given city, or town. Secondly, our entire phone book would
have to be reconfigured to accommodate multiple so-called area codes throughout
the state.
Thanks for the opportunity to give my opinion on this matter.
From: Amelia Simms
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The overlay may pose problems to those who may not have long distance telephone service.
From: Kelly Stone
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I don't want an overlay and I don't want Albuquerque or Santa Fe to change area code.
From: Mary Payne
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in what hopefully will be
a one-time only event.
First, have they gone in and purged the “no longer in use”
505 numbers from their database?
Is it truly necessary to make an area code change.
Secondly, if a new code truly is necessary, let's try and learn from mis-steps
other states might have made in the past. As an example, Phoenix
insisted, probably for many of the same reasons Santa Fe, Las Cruces and
Albuquerque think they should keep the predominant, long-standing code,
they get to keep the 602, and Phoenix won. Even though the original
Arizona change was considered "geographic" it doesn't look so
clear now. The rest of the state was then given something like 520.
They soon ran short of 520. So then most communities -- but not
Phoenix -- had to change all their personal and business information AGAIN
to something like 928. But it wasn't over -- some -- even in the
Phoenix Valley of the Sun, now have a 480 prefix. In hindsight,
what if only Phoenix had gotten a new prefix with plenty of growth for
the Valley, and the all communities in Arizona, except Phoenix, had been
allowed to remain 602. Perhaps then no one would have to have gone
through upheavals more than once.
I think the only communities needing a new area code are:
(575):
(a) Albuquerque (even though that’s my home base) because it absorbs
the largest number of lines;
(b) Rio Rancho because it is and will continue to grow rapidly
If necessary, then Santa Fe and Las Cruces would also be (575), again,
for the same reasons listed above.
Let’s just do it all once and for all – without any communities
needing to go through this again -- and again -- in our lifetimes.
Thank you for your consideration.
From: Allan Brofsky
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Keep 505 area code for Santa Fe,Rio Rancho, Albuquerque to Belen corridor.
Since calls to other areas are already long distance and we have to punch
1-505 anyway, no big deal to punch 1-575.
Alternatively, keep 505 as is and change all cell phone numbers to 575
area code.
I think the first alternative is easier and probably cheaper.
From: David Ellis
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Please please please go with the geographic split. The overlay solution sounds horrible. I understand people want to keep their existing area code, and I do too, but I'd rather change area codes under the geographic split than keep it but have a different code than my neighbor.
From: Bob Combs
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
After reading several of the posted comments, my first feeling is to
agree with the one that suggested to stop allocating blocks of numbers
to cell companies.
Secondly, since this is the USofA and money speaks I doubt the first suggestion
has much merit. I would therefore consider the concept of the major populated
central New Mexico area staying at 505 and the rest of the state changing
to 575. There is an hugh cost to buisnesses in getting all their printing
changed, but the overall cost would be less in the "less" populated
portion of the state than the major populated center portion.
From: Billy H Owen
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I am in favor of leaving the 505 code for the largest geographic area, to minimize the economic impact on a majority of New Mexico businesses (sorry, Las Cruces). In addition, this would lessen the confusion created when a business adds a new phone line and their main number has one area code and the new number has another...
From: Adele E. Zimmermann
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I heartily endorse the area code plan which divides the state geographically
into two area codes. The plan which keeps the old code for old numbers
and assigns the new code to new numbers would result in chaos. It
is very short-sighted. And given our state’s propensity for
complication and error in even the simplest endeavor, it could become
a nightmare. A good example is the format of this web site set up
to receive comments.
If a business has only one line and decides to get a second, possibly
for a fax, it would have a different area code. If I call my new
neighbor, I would use a different area code. If a line is disconnected
and reassigned, would the number retain the old area code or require the
new? The complexity is mind-boggling.
While the change to a new area code for the section of the state so selected
would be difficult and expensive, the long-term result would be better
for everyone, including those selected for change. I do not see
why they could not receive some assistance, such as an office or procedure
set up to help them notify their customers, vendors, listing services
and directories. The cost could be covered by a temporary surcharge
on those not selected for change.
The interlaced area code plan is no plan at all, simply a short-term treatment.
Splitting the state into two contiguous sections would be a permanent
cure.
From: teri button
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
please allow the new new mexicans to have the new area code and the old new mexicans to keep the 505
From: Karen Evans
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I would rather have the new area code assigned to an area, as I have lived in an area with multiple area codes, and dislike having to dial 10 numbers every time I call somewhere. I don't care which area code I have, just let me dial 7 numbers.
From: Daniel Rice
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The Geographical split makes the most sense to me.
From: B. Kriechel
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I recommend that the change be geographic by area with the largest areas like Albuquerque to keep the 505 area code and have other areas adopt the new code. Let's keep things simple if we have to make change and not create a nightmare. Thanks.
From: jerry
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
PRC should use 575 in the most populated areas, Fewer electronic switches would have to be programmed to the new code. Changing Bernalillo, Santa Fe, and Los Alamos counties takes less time, effort, travel, and getting the word passed around than saying every county or many counties have the new code.
From: Mike Koscielniak
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
New area code should be give to new numbers. I suspect that the cell phone growth has really put a burden on 505.
From: Sandy
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think we need to adopt the 575 area code but, it should be only for the NEW requests for service or for those who are changing ie moving. Leave the bussiness out of it.
From: Daniel Ward
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
In my opinion the state should be split into two areas and the used exclusively in those areas.
From: Barry Berenberg
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the two area codes should be integrated, assigning new numbers the new area code, with a requirement to dial 10 digits for all calls. Under the current system, we do not know, based on the number alone, whether we must dial 7 digits or 1+10 digits for calls. By integrating the numbers, we always dial 10 digits, and the only question is whether a 1 is also needed, similar to the current system. This avoids the political issue of which part of the state should be assigned the new area code.
From: wesley stewart
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
It only makes common sense to split the state. why make the whole state dail ten numbers?
From: Dan Jaffe
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Sorry - neither choice makes sense, what does is giving cell phones the
new area code and land lines kept the 505 area code.
As I understand this you claim we can't do this. So far I see no
technical reason nor can I see any political reason one would have a problem
having this split (land vs. cell). I do see telco and their puppets
in our government making the claim this is not legal. As I see it
the law makers need to fix any issues that prohibit this configuration.
I lived in Boston and we went through hell with both conversions the first
was splitting the state into different area codes then Boston had the
over-lay.
If we had given cell phones a different area code it would have made things
a lot easier and cheaper. the whole role of an area code is 'Area'
a given space. you have failed to follow this by any logical means.
the map of splitting does not follow any logic and overlaying is still
less clear of 'a given space".
My choice is > C < none of the above.
Do nothing now, fix what needs fixing so we can give cell phones a different
area code.
Don't be fools both choices offered are not workable here in NM.
From: Alice Martinez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the cell phones should be 575 and land lines should be 505 -- most people have free long distance on their cell phones so it wouldn't cost to call the 505 area code from the 575 area code.
From: joan champion
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
the new #'s should get the new code.
Why go to the expense and inconvience of making others change theirs.
Also we have enough stuff to pay for thanks to the"good ole boys"(trains,busses,and
our ever increasing property taxes).
From: KAREN A. RANSOM
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Why not place all cell phone services on the 575 area code and leave the rest of the land line services on the 505 area code?
From: Melvin K. F. Wong
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The 575 should go toward NEW NUMBERS, I would like to keep my own number.
From: Lee Vandevender
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe that the geographic split would be best. I would like to see the area with the largest population to keep the 505 area code.
From: Tessy Fishburn
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
It doesn't seem logical to make a mess of the entire state with the overlay plan. The geographical makes all the focus concentrated in one area and that makes more sense. It'd be nice to know what area your call is coming from. As a business owner it would be easier to have either all 505 or all 575, take a hint from CO...
From: Brian
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think a geographic split is the only thing that makes long term sense.
From: Suzanne Campbell
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I do not want to see the 575 area code in the Albuquerque/Santa Fe area...even for new numbers. It should be assigned to less populated areas for both existing numbers and new numbers.
From: Gary Spitzberg
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
There is so much to consider when making this decision. The need
for another area code has been brought on by so many people using cellular
phones these days.
My strongest feeling is that dialing 10 numbers is more than too much.
Whatever it takes to prevent this from happening is what the commission
should go with.
From: DAVID VENUS
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the 575 area code should apply to new customers only. I believe this would cause less disruption and inconvinence to existig customers.
From: Juan Espinosa
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
On the 575 area code. It's very simple keep Albuquerque and the surrounding local call areas under the 505 area and the rest of the state 575. Follow the guidelines that Arizona and Colorado used to make this type of change. Don't wait 20 or more years to make this change. It seems that New Mexico take longer to make changes than the rest of the country. Don't mess it up.
From: Vernon Jones
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think that the new 575 area code should go the the fastest grwing areas of the state. Most of the new businesses that are coming into New Mexico will be going into these areas and as such, they will be the least affected by the change. Thank you.
From: laura menne
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the new area code, 575, should be aplied to all the cell phones. Leave the 505 for ground phones.
From: Mitch Fallik
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the 3 largest Cities in New Mexico should keep the 505 area code, and the rest get the new 575. They did it in Arizona, although Phoenix Metro was split; However there are more People in Phoenix Metro then the entire state of New Mexico.
From: Suzanne M. White
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe the new area code should be assessed geographically.
From: Maria Carmen Gonzalez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
If changes to our area code happen, why not make those changes the same
throughout the state?
I know that some states already have 2 or more area codes in place. But,
our state is special in the fact that many of our residents are in Indian
Reservations that are isolated and not too aware of the changes that will
take place. How will they deal with this change?
Another is that older citizens of this state are not too smart when it
comes to adding on another 3 digit number to their already crowded vocabulary.
If you are making the change, please do it quick and easy and maybe all
of us seniors can learn to adapt in time.
From: David Stocum
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Having lived through two overlays in southern California I would vote
for the overlay. My memory of the process is that in the overlays in California
existing customers kept their numbers and only new customers or customers
adding numbers we placed in the new area codes.This limited the adverse
impact on small businesses.
Should the commission decide on a geographic split it should divide the
state in such a way as limit the cost and inpack on businesses.
From: Christopher Hyer
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The overlay of the 575 area code is a dumb idea -- a division of the
state into separate area code locations makes sense. If you decide
to get a new phone line in your house (and your existing number is (505)
area code, you could have to dial an area code to call your other line
with the overlay option; with geogrphic boundaries, you would be in the
same area code location.
Please choose the separate location option.
From: J Pfeffer
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Albuquerque, Santa Fe & Los Alamos should remain 505, witht the rest of the state changing.
From: P Bayon
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I would vote for the geographic split option.
From: Joe Chavez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Splitting the state into two area codes is way less confusing than the overlay option. Although I live in Las Cruces, changing to 575 in this region makes more sense just due to population figures. I don't think it's that big of a deal for businesses and individuals to phase out old stationary, etc. It's done all the time when addresses/zips change.
From: Hank Nusbaum
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Please split the area codes geographically. That is inconvenient
for part of the state once, then we are done. Using the "overlay"
is inconvenient for everyone forever!
A suggested method:
--Draw the two regions based on expected phone number growth over the
next 50 years.
--Label one "Plan 1." Label the other, with the opposite
area code assignments, "Plan A" ("1" & "A"
indicatate equal preference).
--Put the two plans in a box and have a child draw one blindfolded.
(Ideally -- find a child from out of state who is a descendant of Alexander
Graham Bell.)
This way, part of the state is inconvenienced one time, the process was
fair, and no one can complain that they were picked on.
Thanks for considering my idea -- and good luck on this difficult matter!!!
From: Andrea Greenaker
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
We MUST separate the area codes geographically. We do not want to dial 10 numbers (ask the people in the Denver metro area how they like that!), and it makes no sense to have area codes that overlap everywhere. It's not broken, so don't fix it by layering the area codes! GEOGRAPHIC PLEASE!!!
From: Kathleen Freuden
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the new code should be applied in a geographic area.
From: William E. Earles
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
New customers getting the 575 area code is the only fair & reasonable approach to the new area code.
From: Denison Waterman
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
This change will probably not be too difficult for individuals, but would seem to be very expensive for businesses.
From: Bret Haskins
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
As a business owner I would like to add the comment of keeping the 505 area code in Albuquerque. It seems the businesses are more condensed in the Abq and S.F. area and it would be less over all impact.
From: John Friend
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Please consider following Arizona's lead and add the 575 area code for all who live outside the existing Albuquerque metropolitan local calling area.
From: Georgia Strickfaden
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Issue the new area code to new numbers only. Leave all numbers
now with 505 as 505.
As a small business owner who receives many inquiries by phone, I would
like to keep area code 505 as it is in ALL my advertising.
From: Tim Barraclough
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Go with the geographic split.
From: Henry Bohnhoff
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
If we need to add another area code, then we should split the state on geographical lines. I strongly oppose the alternative, assigning the new 575 area code to new numbers, because that would require everyone to dial additional numbers even when they call someone in the same town. I don't care which area retains the 505 code and which one receives the new 575 code. I live and work in Albuquerque; I would greatly prefer Albuquerque being assigned the 575 code to the alternative of being forced to dial 10 digits everytime I pick up the phone.
From: Carlos Pacheco
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Divide the state into two area codes. Although this may inconvenience people in the short run, it is much better than having everyone dial an area code whenever they want to make a phone call.
From: Robert R. Lagasse
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I favor the overlay method of relief for the area code issue.
From: Wayne Lorenz
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I am for the geographic split with Abq retaining the 505 code.
From: Stephanie C.
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
As a resident of Rio Rancho, I believe the new Area code should be for the major cities in our state of N.M. involving ABQ and Santa Fe Areas. Other cities should be able to keep the good 'ol 505 area code. Since the bigger cities have more population therefore should have the 575 code. Geographic split.. not overlay. Thanks
From: Miranda Parkey
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I Support the geographical split, giving Albuquerque the new 575, because they will grow and the rest of the state could continue using the 505 forever. Also if needed later Las Cruces can get a new code if they continue to grow. In short leave the rural areas as they are.
From: Mary H. Vigil
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe the new area code, 575, should be given to "NEW" customers. Let everyone else keep the old area code, 505.
From: Kelly Garcia
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
to lessen the confusion and dialing of 10 digits, it would make be great if NM did it by area, e.g. 505 for ABQ and local calling to the area, and the new 575 to other areas local calling to one another. Cost effective for all involved to keep the 505 in the busiest parts of NM to consumer, and state. In GA you have to dial the 10 digits and it was frustrating not knowing what was local and was not until you dialed the whole number.
From: Gayle Nissen
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
If indeed it is necessary to have an additional area code, it needs to be geographical, otherwise you will encounter long distance charges for a call next door.
From: mark baker
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Area code 575 should go to rural areas. Area code 505 should remain
for ABQ and Santa Fe. Overlay area codes are a hassle and annoying
in the long term. People in the smaller cities and rural areas will
have to learn to use 575, but after a month, everyone will be used to
it and the system will be logical for the long run.
From someone whose area code was changed, I speak from experience - it
is not the end of the world.
From: Betsy Burnett
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Having lived through NPA changes of both kinds on the east coast my heart prefers the overlay but my mind supports the geographic split. I support giving the new NPA to the Albuquerque and Santa Fe area with the old remaining with the rest of the state. This divides growth areas but puts the financial burden of change on the more established growth areas of the state.
From: Patt Christie
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
After reading the other comments, and remembering the same situation
in the Chicago area years ago, a GEOGRAPHIC split is the only reasonable
solution.
Albuquerque and Santa Fe need to keep the existing 505, since they represent
the densist geographical location..addition dense locations like Las Cusces
could also keep it...the rest of the state could then adopt the new 575....
this seems the only logical solution and would simplify dialing for those
in state.
From: Bonnie Votaw
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe NEW PHONE NUMBERS where ever they are should be the 575 numbers. Why fracture the state and why inconvenience existing number holders? I notice most comments are from business people, but most of the phones belong to the rest of us.
From: n/a
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I notice that the only information explaining the choices appears to be maps. Why isn't there a narrative explaining the choices?
From: Kay Boss
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Split the state in half. Change all numbers in the south, southeast and southwest part of New Mexico starting with south of Belen to the new area code.
From: (Mrs) Beverly June Davis
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
The most logical approach to this quandry is: Give the 505 area
code to all those living in the North end of the state; "The Duke
City", Santa Fe, Pueblos et al.
Assign the 575 to the SW and bootheel portions of the State. ie: Silver
City, Deming, Hillsborough, Lordsburg et al.
I realize this will effect businesses and they resist change; but, I don't
think New Mexicans realize that the overlay choice means that: for instance,
if I call from Indian Hills, here in Silver, across town to a new subscriber,
it will cost more - including businesses such as Health care providers.
I'm sure the phone company will love that, but it is a redundancy.
I also realize that our logic is not shared with most of the people who
attended the Silver City meeting - which was so poorly advertised that
we didn't realize it even happened!
From: Leda Evert
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
dividing New Mexico in two districts (i.e. 505 Area Code from northern border - Raton through Albuquerque and 575 to the southern border)would be consistent with the remaining continental United States
From: Andrea Glover
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
While I support a geographic split, what I do not understand is the choice
of the new area code. 575 is too close to 505. People will mess
it up on a daily basis. The new area code should be something totally
different to eliminate any confusion.
Back when southern California split from being all 714 to creating the
new 619 no one thought about this. However northern California has
a 916 area code. Everyone I knew received calls from
people directed to the 916 area code but had called 619.
Aid businesses and avoid confusion as much as possible by chosing a new
area code that will not be confused with the old one.
From: Benjamin Roberts
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I oppose the overlay option and support the geographic split. Furthermore I believe the geographic split should be done in a way that helps to delineate to the average person where the geographic boundaries are.
From: Meleah Artley
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I prefer and think the best for the state is the geographic overlay with Albuquerque and Santa Fe keeping the 505 area code.
From: Jen S
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe the state should be split into two areas. How unheard of would it be to give the area code to new phone numbers only. If I got my son a new cell phone then I would have to call him long distance when he's across the street? That is the silliest and least economical idea I have ever heard of. I know Nm is behind in times but no state has ever done something so bizarre. I sure hope whoever makes this decision for once thinks of New Mexicans instead of themselves.
From: Mary Ann Mathews
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think any new numbers for the State of NM should use the 575 area code and leave all the present 505 area code users as they are.
From: Mary Jude Aragon
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I hate the idea of adding a new area code, as it wil be hard for so many people, who have had the area code for so long. if you have to add a new area code,I hope that you do it by area, rather than new phone numbers. Because wouldn't that mean that possibly someone in a person's same town, neighborhood, or street, may have a different area code, and be considered a long distance call????? Thank you for the chance to voice my opinion, and question.
From: Emily Valdez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the best way to implement a new area code would be to leave the larger areas of New Mexico with the existing area code, so as to minimize the effect on businesses as well as residents. The larger areas of New Mexico include the cities of Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces. All these areas are more heavily populated, and are currently going through periods of growth. The residents and businesses in these areas should be able to keep their area codes without fear of extra costs or extreme changes associated with a new area code. We are all aware that there is a lot of growth in New Mexico, but changing the area codes in these larger metropolitan areas will discourage new businesses from coming into our area. Businesses like to feel comfortable with the level of growth in an area and would not like to worry about incurring additional costs needed to change existing numbers or market new numbers. As these are the most heavily populated areas in the state, and the most likely to draw businesses, these areas should be left alone. I thank you very much for your consideration, and hope that this will help to determine a course of action.
From: W Bettinger
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Don't do an overlay with 575. Make different areas for 505 and 575 like other states have done. Colorado and many others.
From: Charlie Carter
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
As usual the south will probably haft to give in to the political pull from the north, and do thing's as always just what ever is good for Albeq.& Santa Fe. As far as saving any money thru the change this is only a tool for the North to get what they want, if you really want to be fair about it draw a line thru the state east and west and have a coin toss for the 505 area code,just don't let King Bill do the flip'n.
From: PWeems
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Do new area code as overlay, To call my office have to dial 10 digets now. Is not that big of deal
From: Shirley Edwards
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Regarding the issue of how the new 575 area code will be implemented
my suggestion is as follows: I feel it best to leave the 505 area
code with the larger cities and apply the new 575 area code to the smaller
cities in the surrounding areas.
Thank you for your time and consideration!
From: Mark Nemeth
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I strongly prefer a geographical split to an overlay.
From: Rudy Bernal
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I believe the area code issue should be where half the state goes to 505 and the other half goes to 575. It might be confusing if you guys use 505 or 575 for santa fe and Albuquerqe if you plan on doing that way.
From: Paul Smith
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
Please do not separate the two communities in Los Alamos County (Los
Alamos and White Rock)
Please do not overlay a second area code -- better to split the state.
By splitting, one need not always dial 10 digits and callers have some
idea of the geographic area to which they are calling.
Thanks.
From: Steven Stacy
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
please keep the 505 area code for Albuquerque and Santa Fe businesses.
thank you.
From: Richard Sanchez
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I would prefer the GEOGRAPHICAL SPLIT for the New Mexico area code change.
From: T. Smith
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think the 575 area code should be for cell phones and leave and lines at 505.
From: Carroll Chapman
Date: August 18, 2006
Subject: 575 Area Code Relief
Comments:
I think it would be best to divide the state and assign the new area code by counties or cities. The overlay would be to cumbersom.