White Sands Missile Range Hosts Walking Townhalls for Housing Residents

By Vanessa Flores, White Sands Missile Range Public AffairsMay 9, 2025

White Sands Missile Range Hosts Walking Townhalls for Housing Residents
The White Sands Missile Range Garrison Command Team, the White Sands Missile Range Garrison Housing Office, and White Sands Homes successfully hosted the inaugural Housing Walking Townhall, which started at the White Sands Homes Community Center on May 5. The event held in the late afternoon provided an inviting platform for residents from the Columbia and Patriot community to interact with leadership. (Photo Credit: Vanessa Flores, White Sands Missile Range Public Affairs) VIEW ORIGINAL

WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, N.M. (May 9, 2025) – On May 5 and 7, the White Sands Missile Range Garrison Command Team, the White Sands Missile Range Garrison Housing Office, and White Sands Homes successfully hosted the inaugural Housing Walking Townhalls, which started at the White Sands Homes Community Center.

The events held in the late afternoon provided an inviting platform for residents from the Columbia, Patriot and Pershing communities to come together and engage in thoughtful discussions about their unique experiences living at White Sands Missile Range.

White Sands Missile Range Hosts Walking Townhalls for Housing Residents
The White Sands Missile Range Garrison Command Team, the White Sands Missile Range Garrison Housing Office, and White Sands Homes successfully hosted the inaugural Housing Walking Townhall, which started at the White Sands Homes Community Center on May 5. The event held in the late afternoon provided an inviting platform for residents from the Columbia and Patriot community to interact with leadership. (Photo Credit: Vanessa Flores, White Sands Missile Range Public Affairs) VIEW ORIGINAL

The walking town halls featured White Sands Missile Range Garrison Commander Col. Donyeill Mozer, Garrison Command Sgt. Maj. Jamal Latore, Jennifer Dixon, the Operations Director for White Sands Homes, Housing Manager Hilary Gaither, and other community members who joined them in the walk, since all were welcome.

The group moved throughout the neighborhoods, encouraging residents to come out and engage with them. Those they met shared their personal stories, concerns and insights, fostering a sense of community and understanding among neighbors.

White Sands Missile Range Hosts Walking Townhalls for Housing Residents
The White Sands Missile Range Garrison Command Team, the White Sands Missile Range Garrison Housing Office, and White Sands Homes successfully hosted the inaugural Housing Walking Townhall, which started at the White Sands Homes Community Center on May 5. The event held in the late afternoon provided an inviting platform for residents from the Columbia and Patriot community to interact with leadership. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army) VIEW ORIGINAL

The atmosphere was lively, with participants exchanging ideas and perspectives, highlighting the challenges and rewards of life in this distinctive environment. This gathering aimed to strengthen interpersonal connections and to give voice to the diverse narratives shaping the White Sands community.

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During the first town hall, the participants enjoyed tacos at the housing community center and popsicles at the second town hall. The success of this event highlights WSMR’s ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and responsive housing environment for all residents.