Angel Fire public meetings in 2023

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on an amendment to an approved site plan (Z 01-02) for property in Tract 29 of Agua Fria Estates. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine procedural items.

• Discussion and approval of amendment to approved site plan Z 01-02 on property in Tract 29 of Agua Fria Estates

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code. They will also consider a budget adjustment resolution and a resolution to reimburse Lt. Jeremy Stricklin for training/travel expenses.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code
• Resolution 2023-61 for a Budget Adjustment Request
• Resolution 2023-62 to reimburse Lt. Jeremy Stricklin for training/travel actuals

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code. They will also consider resolutions for a budget adjustment and reimbursement of training/travel expenses for Lt. Jeremy Stricklin. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports from staff and committees.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code
• Resolution 2023-61 for a Budget Adjustment Request
• Resolution 2023-62 for reimbursement of actuals to Lt. Jeremy Stricklin for training/travel
• Approval of December 12, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code. They will also discuss and vote on a resolution approving a revised site plan for a storage use at 3627 Mountain View Blvd, and a resolution to award a construction contract to GM Emulsions LLC for the Valley Rd./CS Ranch Rd. intersection improvement project.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance amending Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 of the Village Code
• Resolution 2023-60: revised site plan for CUP 01-21 to R&S Hill, LLC for storage use at 3627 Mountain View Blvd in Agua Fria estates, Lot 28
• Award of construction contract to GM Emulsions LLC for Valley Rd./CS Ranch Rd. intersection improvements

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will vote on its bylaws, select a vice chair, and continue discussing a phased approach to implementing the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code with long-term fuel modification criteria. The committee will also consider tracking grant proposals and slash processing, and set future agenda topics.

• Final recommendation and vote on Committee Bylaws
• Selection of Vice Chair of Committee
• Continued discussion on phased implementation of International Wildland-Urban Interface Code and fuel modification/defensible space criteria
• Draft report on tracking of Grant Proposals
• Draft report on tracking of Slash Processing

Council

The November 28, 2023 Council meeting has been canceled because there were no items to discuss or decide. The notice was posted by the Village Clerk and Mayor.

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a liquor license application for Ruben Moreno Hernandez, DBA Mi Cocina Mexicana. The council will also consider four resolutions reimbursing expenses for training, travel, and fuel, plus a resolution to create a Law Enforcement Recruitment Fund. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval and reports.

• Public hearing and vote on liquor license application for Mi Cocina Mexicana
• Resolution 2023-57: reimbursement for T/LAP training expenses in Albuquerque
• Resolution 2023-56: reimbursement for class/training by Aaron Britnell
• Resolution 2023-58: reimbursement for fuel for ladder truck repair travel to Albuquerque
• Resolution 2023-59: approval of Law Enforcement Recruitment Fund

Council

The November 8, 2023 special council meeting and executive session has been postponed until further notice because the required information was not provided. No other items are on the agenda.

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council is meeting in executive session, which is closed to the public, to discuss pending litigation and employee matters. No decisions or public action items are listed on this agenda. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2023.

• Executive session under NMSA 10-15-1H-7
• Discussion of pending litigation
• Discussion of employee matters

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will review grant proposals, including a Community Wildfire Defense Grant being prepared by the Cimarron Watershed Alliance, and discuss slash processing activity. They will also consider feedback on replacing the current Fuel Modification/Defensible Space Ordinance with the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code.

• Update on Community Wildfire Defense Grant being prepared by Cimarron Watershed Alliance
• Discussion of Ambassador’s Program and other grants
• Update on slash processing and potential monthly activity report
• Summary of Best Practices from October Wildfire meetings
• Feedback on adopting International Wildland-Urban Interface Code to replace current ordinance

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Angel Fire Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to sign regulations, a Planned Unit Development application, and potential changes to the cannabis ordinance. The meeting includes public discussion and possible approvals on these items.

• Amendment to sign regulations (Title 9, Chapter 8, Section 7 B)
• Zoning amendment Z23-003 for PUD at 181 Back Basin Road (Lot 65 Re-Amended; Angel Fire Chalets Unit 4)
• Discussion on amendments to the cannabis ordinance

Council

The October 24, 2023 Council meeting is cancelled because there are no agenda items to discuss. The next meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2023.

Council

The council will consider three resolutions: a water project fund loan/grant agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority, participation in a Transportation Project Fund program, and wastewater treatment facility improvements. A construction agreement for South Angel Fire Road and Lakeview Park Drive street work is also up for discussion and approval.

• Resolution 2023-55: authorizing participation in the Transportation Project Fund program administered by the New Mexico Department of Transportation
• Resolution 2023-54: approving a water project fund loan/grant agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority
• Discussion and possible approval of Wastewater Treatment Facility improvements
• Construction agreement with Highland Enterprises for South Angel Fire Road and Lakeview Park Drive street improvements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and recommend action on an amendment to an approved site plan for a storage facility at 3627 Mountain View Blvd, and a zoning amendment application (Z23-003) at 181 Back Basin Road (Lot 65 Re-Amended, Angel Fire Chalets Unit 4) to change from R-1 to R-2 zoning. The commission will also discuss whether to add cannabis-related rezoning to a future agenda.

• Discussion and recommendation on amendment to approved site plan for a storage facility at 3627 Mountain View Blvd
• Discussion and recommendation on zoning amendment Z23-003 at 181 Back Basin Road (Lot 65 Re-Amended; Angel Fire Chalets Unit 4) from R-1 to R-2 zoning district
• Discussion on whether to add cannabis rezoning to the next agenda

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider resolutions to apply for a match waiver from NMDOT for the Transportation Project Fund (TPF) CS Ranch/Valley Rd project, approve the final quarter financial report for FY 2022-2023, and adopt the FY 2023-2024 final operating budget. The meeting also includes a proclamation declaring Diane Peterson 'Shall We Dance' Day.

• Resolution 2023-51: Apply for and accept a Match Waiver from NMDOT for the Transportation Project Fund (TPF) CS Ranch/Valley Rd
• Resolution 2023-52: Approve fiscal year 2022-2023 final quarter financial report ending June 30, 2023
• Resolution 2023-53: Approve fiscal year 2023-2024 final operating budget
• Proclamation 2023-01: Diane Peterson 'Shall We Dance' Day
• Approval of actuals for Julie Kulhan to attend IACP Annual Conference and for Keith Boggs and Mark McClendon to attend Clerks Certification Institute

Beautification Committee

The Angel Fire Beautification Committee will meet to discuss the disbursement of grant funds and set a date for a community cleanup and luncheon. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of disbursement of grant funds
• Set date for cleanup & luncheon

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee is meeting to discuss old business including committee membership, grant opportunities, bylaws, slash processing, and a fuel modification/defensible space ordinance. New business includes metrics reporting for slash processing and upcoming training events. The meeting is open to the public.

• Fuel Modification/Defensible Space Ordinance discussion
• Status of Grant Opportunities
• Slash processing update
• Southwest Urban Fire Summit - 10/13-15 in Ruidoso, NM
• Virtual Training – Building a FAC Ambassador Approach Workshop – 10/12 & 19

The committee approved the August 2, 2023, minutes and formed a sub-committee to review bylaws. Members discussed adopting the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code as the Village's Fuel Ordinance and reviewed several pending grant applications for thinning and equipment.

• Approved August 2, 2023, minutes
• Approved meeting agenda
• Formed bylaws sub-committee consisting of Martha Ashley and Mike Overby
• Reached consensus to schedule the Fire Forum in early June

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider several action items, including a task order for road design, a conditional use permit for a cannabis retail establishment, a setback variance for a garage, and a resolution on wildfire expense reimbursement. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Task Order #2023-07 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for plan and design of Bill Burgess/N. Angel Fire Rd.
• Resolution 2023-48: conditional use permit for cannabis retail at 11 Halo Pines Terrace.
• Resolution 2023-49: 20-foot front yard setback variance for new garage at 121 Panorama Way.
• Resolution 2023-50: reimbursement of actual expenses related to Wildland Firefighting and/or training.

The Council approved a design contract for road and drainage improvements on Bill Burgess/N. Angel Fire Rd. Other actions included granting a conditional use permit for a cannabis retail business and a setback variance for a garage.

• Approved Task Order #2023-07 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for Bill Burgess/N. Angel Fire Rd design (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-48 granting a conditional use permit for cannabis retail at 11 Halo Pines Terrace (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-49 granting a 20-foot front yard setback variance for a garage at 121 Panorama Way (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-50 for reimbursement of actual expenses for Wildland Firefighting and training (3-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will discuss and vote on several items including appointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission, a grant agreement with the New Mexico Environment Department, and resolutions related to firefighting expenses and lodging tax revenues. The council will also accept the financial audit for fiscal year 2022.

• Appointment of Dr. Jennifer Fitch and Chris Reed to the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Approval of Grant Agreement SAP 22-G4042-STBR with NMED for capital appropriation
• Resolution 2023-45 authorizing officers for the NMED grant agreement
• Resolution 2023-46 for reimbursement of wildland firefighting expenses
• Acceptance of financial audit for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022

The Council accepted the financial audit for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022, and appointed two members to the Planning & Zoning Commission. They also approved a grant agreement with the New Mexico Environment Department and dedicated lodger's tax funds to local events.

• Accepted Financial Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Appointed Dr. Jennifer Fitch and Chris Reed to Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Capital Appropriation SAP 22-G4042-STBR agreement with NMED (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-45 assigning authorized agents for grant SAP 22-G4042-STBR (4-0)
• Approved MOU with North Central New Mexico Economic Development District for fiscal agent services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-46 for $96.00 wildland firefighting expense reimbursement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-47 dedicating lodger's tax funds to four events totaling $34,500 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including updating bank signers (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and vote on a conditional use permit for cannabis retail sales at 11 Halo Pines Terrace, a variance to front yard setback requirements at 121 Panorama Way, and amendments to zoning regulations for cannabis retail sales.

• Conditional use permit for retail cannabis sales at 11 Halo Pines Terrace
• Variance to front yard setback requirements for 121 Panorama Way
• Amendments to zoning regulations for retail sale of cannabis

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit for cannabis retail sales and a front yard setback variance. A proposal to amend zoning regulations for cannabis retail sales was held under advisement for a future hearing.

• Approved conditional use permit for retail sales of cannabis at 11 Halo Pines Terrace (3-0)
• Approved variance to front yard setback requirements for 121 Panorama Way (3-0)
• Held amendments to zoning regulations for retail sale of cannabis under advisement (3-0)

Lodger's Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will meet to discuss and possibly approve the Winter/Spring Visitor Guide, presented by Chris Wood of Taos News, and to review and update the committee's by-laws, last amended in January 2013. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and a staff report from the Tourism Director.

• Discussion/Approval of Winter/Spring Visitor Guide with presentation by Chris Wood of Taos News
• Review/Update of Lodger's Tax Advisory Board By-Laws (last amended January 2013)

Council

The Angel Fire Council will consider several resolutions, including adopting the FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan, calling for general obligation bond election questions, and approving reimbursement for wildland firefighting expenses. They will also discuss appointing Jacque Boyd to the Planning & Zoning Commission and entering into a contract with NM Local Government Law for attorney services.

• Appointment of Jacque Boyd to Planning & Zoning Commission
• Resolution 2023-42: Adopting FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
• Resolution 2023-43: Calling for General Obligation Bond Election Questions
• Resolution 2023-44: Reimbursement of expenses related to wildland firefighting/training
• Contract with NM Local Government Law for attorney services

Council

The council will discuss and possibly approve appointments, resolutions for a five-year capital plan, a general obligation bond election, wildfire expense reimbursement, and a contract for legal services.

• Appointment of Jacque Boyd to the Planning & Zoning Commission
• Resolution 2023-42 adopting the FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution 2023-43 calling for a General Obligation Bond Election
• Resolution 2023-44 approving reimbursement of actual expenses for wildland firefighting/training
• Permission to enter into a contract with NM Local Government Law for attorney services

The Council approved a five-year infrastructure capital improvement plan and requested bond election questions for the November 7, 2023, ballot. They also appointed a new Planning & Zoning Commission member and terminated the Finance Director.

• Appointed Jacque Boyd to the Planning & Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-42 adopting the FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-43 calling for General Obligation Bond Election Questions for Nov. 7, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-44 for reimbursement of wildland firefighting and training expenses (4-0)
• Approved contracts for attorney services with NM Local Government Law and Coppler Law Firm (4-0)
• Terminated the Finance Director (4-0)

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee is meeting to review old business, including the status of a $550,000 BLM grant, a Community Wildfire Defense Grant workshop, and revisions to the Angel Fire Approved Defensible Space Ordinance. The committee will also discuss a town hall on wildfire programs and changes to wildfire protection fees. No new business is listed.

• Status of $550,000 BLM grant
• Community Wildfire Defense Grant Workshop
• Revisions to Angel Fire Approved Defensible Space Ordinance
• Discussion of Town Hall on wildfire programs
• Wildfire protection fees status and communications

The committee appointed Martha Ashley as an ex officio non-voting member and secretary. Members were tasked with reviewing and suggesting changes to the Fuel Modification Ordinance. The committee also discussed grant opportunities and postponed a wildfire town hall until spring.

• Approved appointment of Martha Ashley as ex officio member and secretary (6-0)
• Approved agenda with addition regarding member attendance requirements (7-0)
• Approved July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Determined $550,000 BLM Grant was not awarded
• Postponed wildfire town hall until spring 2024

Council

The July 31, 2023 special council meeting is canceled until required information is available. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of required information

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on two resolutions: one approving the final budget submission for fiscal year 2023-2024 to the state, and another approving the fourth-quarter financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. Both items are required for state compliance.

• Discussion/approval of Resolution 2023-43: final budget submittal for FY 2023-2024
• Discussion/approval of Resolution 2023-44: 4th quarter report for FY ended June 30, 2023

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider several items including a contract change order for rock excavation, an ordinance granting a variance to alcohol spacing requirements, a bid award, and a resolution for wildland firefighting expense reimbursement. The meeting also includes routine approvals and reports.

• Contract Change Order Two: increase contract time by 21 days due to rock excavation
• Ordinance granting variance to 300-foot spacing requirement for restaurant alcohol service near a church
• Bid award to A and Z Handy Andy
• Resolution 2023-40 for reimbursement of actual expenses related to wildland firefighting/training
• Approval of July 11, 2023 meeting minutes and mileage actuals for Mayor Mixon

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will discuss and vote on several items, including a contract change order for rock excavation, a resolution to waive spacing requirements for a restaurant to serve alcohol near a church, a bid award, and a resolution for wildfire expense reimbursement. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion/Approval of Contract Change Order Two, Increase in Contract Time of 21 Days Due to Rock Excavation
• Discussion/Approval of Resolution 2023-41, Granting a Waiver to the 300-foot Spacing Requirements for a Restaurant to Serve Alcoholic Beverages on the Same Property as a Church
• Discussion/Approval of a Bid Award to A and Z Handy Andy
• Discussion/Approval of Resolution 2023-40, Reimbursement of Actual Expenses Related to a Wildland Firefighting and/or Training

The Council approved a resolution granting a waiver for a restaurant to serve alcohol on the same property as a church. Other actions included approving a contract time extension for road work and awarding a $60,000 bid to A and Z Handy Andy.

• Approved Resolution 2023-41 granting a waiver to 300-foot spacing requirements for a restaurant to serve alcohol on the same property as a church (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 bid award to A and Z Handy Andy (4-0)
• Approved Contract Change Order Two for GM Emulsions, increasing contract time by 21 days for rock excavation at Country Club/St. Andrews way (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-40 for reimbursement of actual expenses related to wildland firefighting and/or training (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Council

The Council will consider a zoning amendment regarding cannabis retail sales on Mountain View Blvd North. Additionally, the body will review resolutions related to state transportation funds and a water well lease agreement.

• Zoning amendment for cannabis retail sales on Mountain View Blvd North
• Ordinance amendment for Subdivision Regulations
• Resolution 2023-37: Local Government Road Fund Program participation
• Resolution 2023-38: NMDOT Municipal Arterial Program match waiver
• Resolution 2023-39: Amendment to Water Well Lease Agreement with Angel Fire Resort

The Council held a public hearing regarding a zoning amendment to allow cannabis retail sales at a specific location on the east side of Mountain View Blvd North. The meeting included testimony from residents and a Planning and Zoning commission member regarding the proper procedure for the request. The provided text ends before a final decision was recorded.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 27, 2023 minutes and State Investment Account signers (4-0)

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will consider approving June minutes, discuss a BLM grant and a Community Wildfire Defense Grant workshop, review the new defensible space ordinance, and deliberate on a resolution to increase wildfire protection fees.

• Discussion on resolution to increase wildfire protection fees
• Update on BLM grant status
• Community Wildfire Defense Grant workshop on July 21 in Santa Fe
• Review of approved defensible space ordinance
• Sub-committee planning for August 10 community town hall

The committee appointed a secretary and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed revising the Fuel Modification Ordinance and planning a community town hall for September 2. The committee also reviewed the reallocation of wildfire protection fees to the Fire Department Wildland Fire.

• Approved July 5 agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Appointed Martha Ashley as Committee Secretary (5-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold public hearings and consider multiple resolutions, including a zoning amendment to allow cannabis retail on Mountain View Blvd North, approval of a site plan for 56 new homes, and a series of fee and rate increases for water, sewer, solid waste, and tap fees. The council will also discuss an ordinance amendment to alcohol sales spacing requirements and a resolution calling for the regular municipal election.

• Zoning amendment to allow cannabis retail on east side of Mountain View Blvd North (Hwy 434)
• Site plan for 56 new homes at 3431 ½ Mountain View Blvd
• Resolution to increase water/sewer rates and rescind all others
• Resolution to increase solid waste trash service rates
• Acceptance of $75,000 Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold public hearings and consider first or second readings of ordinances on alcohol sales spacing and a zoning amendment to allow cannabis retail on Mountain View Blvd North, plus subdivision regulation changes. They will also vote on resolutions to increase water/sewer rates, tap fees, meter installation charges, solid waste rates, and wildfire protection fees, among other items. The agenda includes many routine approvals and a $75,000 grant acceptance.

• Ordinance amendment to alcohol sales spacing requirements (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Zoning amendment to allow cannabis retail on east side of Mountain View Blvd North, limited to north side of Halo Pines Terrace (1st reading, public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-25: increase in wildfire protection fees
• Resolution 2023-26: acceptance of $75,000 Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant
• Resolution 2023-36: site plan for 56 new homes at 3431 ½ Mountain View Blvd

The Council approved an ordinance amending alcohol sales spacing requirements and authorized the purchase of a new police record management system. They also advanced zoning amendments for cannabis retail and subdivision regulations to second readings. Several resolutions were passed regarding budget adjustments, wildfire fees, and a $75,000 grant.

• Approved ordinance amendments to alcohol sales spacing requirements (4-0)
• Advanced cannabis retail zoning amendment for Mountain View Blvd North to second reading (4-0)
• Advanced subdivision regulation ordinance amendment to second reading (4-0)
• Approved MOU with North Central New Mexico Economic Development District for fiscal agent services (4-0)
• Approved $55,000 purchase of MK43 Record Management System for police (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 increasing FY 2024 mileage and per diem rates (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-24 for budget adjustments including law enforcement retention funds (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-25 to increase wildfire protection fees (4-0)

Lodger's Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Fourth of July drone show and other activities, review a tax packet/ordinance report, and consider a request for proposals for FY 23/24 events. The meeting also includes election of a secretary and setting the meeting schedule.

• Discussion of Fourth of July Drone Show and other activities
• Report on Tax Packet/Ordinance
• RFP for FY 23/24 Events
• Election of Secretary

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will discuss and potentially approve a grant agreement for a capital appropriation from the New Mexico Environment Department, a water conservation plan, and a renewal of the inmate confinement agreement with Colfax County. They will also consider a variance to sign regulations for a property on Mountain View Blvd and an ordinance amendment on variance sales spacing requirements.

• Discussion/Approval of Grant Agreement SAP 22-G2315-STB with NMED for capital appropriation
• Discussion/Approval of Resolution 2023-21 establishing the 2023-2024 holiday schedule
• Discussion/Approval of renewal for FY 2023-2024 inmate confinement agreement with Colfax County
• Discussion/Approval of Resolution 2023-27 for a sign variance at 3377 Mountain View Blvd
• Discussion/Approval of an ordinance amendment for variance sales spacing requirements (1st reading, public hearing)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will discuss and potentially approve several items, including a grant agreement with the New Mexico Environment Department, a water conservation plan, a renewal of the inmate confinement agreement with Colfax County, and a variance for a sign at 3377 Mountain View Blvd. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance amendment on variance sales spacing requirements and a public hearing.

• Grant Agreement SAP 22-G2315-STB with NMED for capital appropriation
• Resolution 2023-21 establishing the FY 2023-2024 holiday schedule
• Resolution 2023-22 authorizing officers for NMED grant agreement
• MOU with NCNMEDD for fiscal agent services for two grant agreements
• Renewal of FY 2023-2024 inmate confinement agreement with Colfax County

The Council approved a draft water conservation plan and a $75,000 grant agreement with the New Mexico Environment Department. They also established the 2023-2024 holiday schedule and approved several administrative agreements and a sign variance.

• Approved $75,000 NMED grant agreement for tanks 2 and 4 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 establishing the FY 2023-2024 holiday schedule (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-22 assigning authorized officers for NMED grant (4-0)
• Approved MOU with NCNMEDD for fiscal agent services for SAP 22-G2315-STB (4-0)
• Approved MOU with NCNMEDD for fiscal agent services for radio tower funding SAP H3085-GF (4-0)
• Approved Draft Water Conservation Plan to reduce unbillable water to 65% by 2025 (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 inmate confinement agreement renewal with Colfax County (4-0)
• Approved sign regulation variance for 3377 Mountain View Blvd (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss and vote on a subdivision ordinance, proposed amendments to the Mountain View Boulevard North Overlay District, a sign variance for 3377 Mountain View Blvd., and site plan amendments for 3627 Mountain View Blvd. and a tract in the Moreno Valley Third Subdivision.

• Discussion and approval of subdivision ordinance
• Proposed amendments to the Mountain View Boulevard North Overlay District between Flamingo Road and Halo Pines Terrace
• Variance to sign regulations for 3377 Mountain View Blvd.
• Amendment to site plan for 3627 Mountain View Blvd.
• Site plan for a tract within lots 49 and 50 of the Moreno Valley Third Subdivision

The Commission approved a code amendment for the subdivision ordinance and expanded cannabis sales via conditional use permits between North Angel Fire Road and Hwy 64. It also approved a sign variance, a site plan amendment, and a new site plan for the Moreno Valley Third Subdivision.

• Approved subdivision ordinance code amendment (4-0)
• Approved cannabis sales with conditional use permit between North Angel Fire Road and Hwy 64 (4-0)
• Approved sign regulation variance for 3377 Mountain View Boulevard (2-1)
• Approved site plan amendment for 3627 Mountain View Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved site plan for lots 49 and 50 of the Moreno Valley Third Subdivision (4-0)

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will discuss slash disposal, a new mobile chipper grant, and other grants. They will also appoint a sub-committee to plan a community town hall on fire topics and hear a presentation on fire behavior simulations for Angel Fire.

• Approved grant for new mobile chipper
• Appoint sub-committee for August town hall on fire prevention
• Presentation on fire behavior simulations by Gena Bonner, Taos Pines Firewise
• Review and approve modified FACC Mission Statement

The Fire Adapted Community Committee approved a modified mission statement and a $75,000 grant for a new mobile chipper. Members formed a sub-committee to plan an August community town hall on fire-related topics. The committee also discussed slash disposal updates and potential fire behavior simulations.

• Approved modified FACC Mission Statement (4-0)
• Approved $75,000 grant for new mobile chipper
• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 3, 2023 minutes with name corrections (4-0)
• Postponed selection of Committee Secretary
• Appointed sub-committee for August Community Town Hall

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on Resolution 2023-20, which authorizes submission of the interim FY 2023-2024 budget to the state Department of Finance and Administration. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible approval of Resolution 2023-20 authorizing the VAF Interim FY 2023-2024 Budget submission to the Department of Finance and Administration

The Village Council met to discuss and approve the interim budget submission for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Resolution 2023-20 was passed to authorize the budget submission to the Department of Finance and Administration.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 authorizing VAF Interim FY 2023-2024 Budget submission to the Department of Finance and Administration (4-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amendment to the Village Slash Code, followed by a vote. They will also discuss and vote on a budget adjustment request. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and reimbursement for the village manager's conference attendance.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of ordinance amendment to Village Slash Code
• Discussion/approval of Budget Adjustment Request
• Approval of reimbursement for Village Manager Morris Madrid for New Mexico City Managers Association meeting (June 5-7, 2023)
• Approval of May 9, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes
• Executive session for limited personnel matters

The Council approved amendments to the Village Slash Code and a budget adjustment request to close the final LTAP project. A motion for affirmative disciplinary action following an executive session was denied.

• Approved ordinance amendments to Village Slash Code (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment request for LTAP project match (4-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved reimbursement for Village Manager Morris Madrid (4-0)
• Denied motion for affirmative disciplinary action (1-3)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance amendment to the Village Slash Code, and consider a budget adjustment request. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reimbursement for the Village Manager. An executive session is scheduled for limited personnel matters and pending litigation.

• Public hearing and 2nd reading of ordinance amendment to Village Slash Code
• Discussion/approval of Budget Adjustment Request
• Approval of reimbursement for Village Manager Morris Madrid for New Mexico City Managers Association meeting
• Executive session for limited personnel matters and pending litigation

Lodger's Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023, was canceled. The agenda page shows an error indicating the meeting file was not found, and no agenda items are available for this meeting.

• Meeting canceled
• No agenda items listed

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including change orders for road and water/sewer projects, a zoning map amendment, a conditional use permit for an RV park, and a co-sponsorship for a 4th of July drone show. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting minutes and bank signer updates.

• Change Order #2 with GM Emulsion LLC for N. Vail/Mammoth Mtn. Road project (concrete drive pas in lieu of 2" hand paving)
• Work Change Directive One for redesign of water/sewer lines on Country Club Drive and St. Andrews Way
• Ordinance Amendment to Village Slash Code (1st reading, public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-16: Co-Sponsorship Agreement with Angel Fire Resort Operations LLC for 4th of July Firework Drone Show
• Resolution 2023-17: CUP 01-23 for Outside Storage and RV Park at 27554 Hwy 64; Resolution 2023-18: Amending Zoning Map on Tract D2 and Tract F of Chalets Unit 1A

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Angel Fire Planning and Zoning Commission will consider several land-use items, including a conditional use permit for an RV park and outside storage, and two zoning amendments. The commission will also discuss an amendment to Title 10 Chapter 3D and approve minutes from a prior special meeting.

• Conditional use permit for outside storage and RV park at 27554 Hwy 64
• Zoning amendment from R-1 to O-2 for Tract D2 and Tract F of Chalets Unit 1A Amended (approx. 165.9 acres)
• Zoning amendment to Mountain View Boulevard North Overlay District on Lot 1 Amended and tracts in Moreno Valley Land 3 Subdivision (approx. 1.6 acres at Halo Pines Terrace and Mountain View Blvd)
• Amendment to Title 10 Chapter 3D (old business)

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will meet to discuss old business including slash disposal updates and committee member updates, and to select a committee secretary. New business includes an overview of the Cimarron Watershed Alliance meeting and review of a draft document on the committee's mission, objectives, and governance.

• Update on Slash Disposal
• Selection of committee secretary
• Overview of Cimarron Watershed Alliance meeting and 2 major Community Wildfire Defense Grants awarded in 2023
• Review, discussion, and approval of draft 'Mission, Objectives and Governance of Angel Fire-Fire Adapted Community Committee' document

The committee approved a modified agenda, elected Mike Overby as secretary, and received updates on slash disposal including a backlog of 108 permits processed and 30 remaining. They also discussed Cimarron Watershed Alliance grants and reviewed a draft mission document, with final approval deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved modified agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Overby as committee secretary (unanimous)
• Deferred final approval of Mission, Objectives and Governance document to June 6 meeting

Council

The April 25, 2023 Angel Fire Council meeting is canceled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting will be held on May 9, 2023. This notice is procedural only, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for May 9, 2023

Beautification Committee

The Angel Fire Beautification Committee will meet to finalize details for a community clean-up day and discuss grant funds for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and old and new business items.

• Finalize details for clean-up day
• Discuss grant funds for 23-24

The committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes. Members discussed logistics for a May 21 clean up day and reviewed a grant request for plants, youth interns, and a community tool library.

• Approved the agenda and minutes

Lodger's Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee meeting scheduled for April 12, 2023, at Village Hall is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The notice was posted by Village Clerk Keith Boggs and Mayor Jo Mixon on April 10, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Council

The Council will consider appointing a new Village Manager and an alternate Municipal Court Judge. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a liquor license and discussions on two transportation project resolutions.

• Appointment of Village Manager
• Liquor License Application for Pub and Grub LLC, DBA Pub and Grub
• Appointment of Linda Arthur as Municipal Court Alternate Judge
• Resolution 2023-14: Country Club Drive Resurfacing Roadway Improvement Project
• Resolution 2023-15: Valley Rd./CS Ranch Rd. Intersection Drainage & Roadway Improvement Project

The Council appointed a new Village Manager and a Municipal Court Alternate Judge. They also approved a liquor license application and three resolutions related to road improvements and grant funding.

• Appointed Morris Madrid as Village Manager (2-1)
• Approved liquor license application for Pub and Grub LLC (3-0)
• Appointed Linda Arthur as Municipal Court Alternate Judge (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-14 for Country Club Drive Resurfacing project match commitment (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 for Valley Rd./CS Ranch Rd. Intersection drainage and roadway project match commitment (3-0)
• Approved MOU with North Central New Mexico Economic Development District for fiscal agent services regarding a $90,000 Quality of Life grant (3-0)

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee will discuss the status of a 2022 grant proposal for an emergency radio tower and review the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. They will also plan how to document activities addressing 52 action items and discuss the Firewise Community concept.

• Status update on 2022 Community Wildfire Protection Grant for Emergency Radio Tower
• Review of Community Wildfire Protection Plan action items
• Plan to document activities for 52 action items, prioritizing high vs. other
• Discussion of Firewise Community Concept and its potential benefits

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council is meeting to discuss and vote on four resolutions, all related to applying for and accepting grant funding. The grants cover beautification, recycling, wildfire reduction, and reimbursement for wildland firefighting expenses. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, reports, and public comment.

• Resolution 2023-08: apply for FY 2024 New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant
• Resolution 2023-12: apply for Recycle and Illegal Dumping (RAID) Grant for OCC Recycling Trailers
• Resolution 2023-09: apply for NMAC Wildfire Reduction Grant for $75,000
• Resolution 2023-04: reimbursement of expenses for Wildland Firefighting response/training

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider several resolutions, including applying for state grants for clean-up, recycling, and wildfire reduction, reimbursing wildfire response expenses, and establishing a disposal agreement with a landfill. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and reports.

• Resolution 2023-08: Apply for FY2024 NM Clean and Beautiful Grant
• Resolution 2023-12: Apply for Recycle and Illegal Dumping (RAID) Grant for OCC Recycling Trailers
• Resolution 2023-09: Apply for NMAC Wildfire Reduction Grant for $75,000
• Resolution 2023-04: Reimburse actual expenses for Wildland Firefighting response/training
• Resolution 2023-13: Disposal agreement with Arthur Regional Landfill INC

The Council approved resolutions to apply for three different grants and established a waste disposal agreement with Arthur Regional Landfill INC. The body also approved reimbursement for wildland firefighting training expenses.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08 to apply for FY 2024 New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 to apply for $40,000 RAID Grant for OCC Recycling Trailers (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-09 to apply for $75,000 NMAC Wildfire Reduction Grant for a mobile chipper (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for reimbursement of wildland firefighting response and training expenses (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-13 establishing a disposal agreement with Arthur Regional Landfill INC (4-0)

Beautification Committee

The Angel Fire Beautification Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and discuss two main topics: placement of new benches and potential grants for fiscal year 23-24. They will also set a date for the Spring Clean event.

• Discuss placement of new benches
• Discussion of grants for fiscal year 23-24
• Set date for Spring Clean

Fire Adapted Community Committee

The Fire Adapted Community Committee is meeting to organize itself by selecting a chairperson and secretary, and to discuss its goals, purpose, and meeting schedule for the year. Under old business, the committee will receive an update on the Slash Program. This is an organizational and planning meeting rather than a decision on major policy or spending.

• Selection of committee chairperson
• Selection of committee secretary
• Discussion of committee goals and purpose
• Discussion of annual meeting schedule
• Update on Slash Program

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold public hearings and consider final approval of three ordinances: a $2,000,000 general obligation bond sale, an amendment to village sign regulations, and an amendment regarding overhead power. The council will also consider resolutions to apply for state road and drainage funding and to co-sponsor a July 4th drone show with Angel Fire Resort Operations.

• Ordinance authorizing 2023 General Obligation Bond Sale of $2,000,000 (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance amendment to Village Sign Regulations (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance amendment for Overhead Power (2nd reading, public hearing)
• Resolution 2023-11: application for NM DOT Municipal Arterial Program funds for street and drainage improvements
• Resolution 2023-12: co-sponsorship agreement with Angel Fire Resort Operations for July 4th firework drone show

The Council approved a $2 million general obligation bond sale and passed ordinance amendments regarding village sign regulations and overhead power. Additionally, the Council authorized an application for state funds for street and drainage improvements.

• Approved 2023 general obligation bond sale of $2,000,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to village sign regulations (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment for overhead power (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-11 to apply for NMDOT Municipal Arterial Program funds for street and drainage improvements (4-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved updating signers for Village bank accounts (4-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider a change order for the N. Vail/Mammoth Mountain Road project, a budget adjustment resolution, and first readings of ordinances amending LED sign and exterior lighting/development rules. Public hearings are scheduled for the two ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes an executive session for limited personnel matters.

• Change Order #1 with GM Emulsion LLC for N. Vail / Mammoth Mtn. Road project
• Resolution 2023-06: Budget Adjustment Request
• Ordinance amending 9-8-15 LED Signs (1st Reading, Public Hearing)
• Ordinance amending 9-7-8 Exterior Lighting and 9-7-15 Development Requirements (1st Reading, Public Hearing)
• Executive Session per NMSA 10-15-1H(2): Limited Personnel Matters

The Council approved a change order to extend paving on Mammoth Mountain Road and a budget adjustment to transfer assets to the Wildland Department. Two ordinances regarding LED signs and utility pole requirements were approved for second reading following public hearings.

• Approved Change Order #1 with GM Emulsion LLC to extend paving on Mammoth Mountain Rd (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 for budget adjustment transferring revenue and assets to the Wildland Department (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance Amending Ordinance 9-8-15 regarding LED Signs (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance Amending 9-7-8 and 9-7-15 regarding exterior lighting and development requirements (4-0)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, reports, and several action items. They will consider a change order for the Mammoth Mountain Road project, a budget adjustment for the Solid Waste Department, and first readings of ordinances on LED signs and exterior lighting. An executive session is scheduled for limited personnel matters.

• Change Order #1 with GM Emulsion LLC for N. Vail / Mammoth Mtn. Road project
• Resolution 2023-06: Budget adjustment from Solid Waste to Wildland Fund
• Ordinance amending 9-8-15 LED Signs (1st reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance amending 9-7-8 Exterior Lighting and 9-7-15 Development Requirements (1st reading, public hearing)
• Executive session for limited personnel matters

The Council authorized a $2 million general obligation bond sale and approved applications for financial assistance from the New Mexico Finance Authority. Additionally, the Council approved reimbursements for firefighting training and a road fund application for Jackson Hole Rd.

• Approved Ordinance for 2023 General Obligation Bond Sale of $2,000,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-10 to apply for New Mexico Finance Authority assistance for streets ($1M) and water/sewer ($1M) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 for reimbursement of wildland firefighting training expenses (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07 to apply for NMDOT Local Government Road Fund Program for Jackson Hole Rd. drainage and construction (4-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a $2 million general obligation bond sale, applications for state financial assistance, and a road fund program for street and drainage improvements. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and bank signer updates.

• Ordinance authorizing $2,000,000.00 general obligation bond sale (1st read)
• Resolution 2023-10: application to New Mexico Finance Authority for financial assistance
• Resolution 2023-05: reimbursement of wildland firefighting training expenses
• Resolution 2023-07: application for NMDOT Local Government Road Fund (Co-Op) for street and drainage improvements
• Approval to update signers for all Village bank accounts

Council

The Council approved a task order for a Water Asset Management Plan and authorized an application for state transportation funds. These actions aim to meet Water Trust Board requirements and secure funding for street and drainage improvements.

• Approved Task Order #23-01 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for a Water Asset Management Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 to apply for NMDOT Municipal Arterial Program funds for street and drainage improvements (4-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider two new business items: approving a task order with Dennis Engineering Inc. for a Water Asset Management Plan required by the Water Trust Board, and approving a resolution to apply for 2023-2024 New Mexico Department of Transportation Municipal Arterial Program (MAP) funds for street and drainage improvements. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comments, and reports.

• Task Order #23-01 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for Water Asset Management Plan
• Resolution 2023-01 authorizing MAP funds application for street and drainage improvements

Council

The Angel Fire Village Council will consider appointing a police chief and approving several resolutions and contracts, including a water asset management plan with Dennis Engineering Inc. and a lodger's tax short-term rental application packet. The meeting also includes routine approvals of prior minutes and expense ratifications.

• Appointment of Police Chief
• Resolution 2023-03: Commitment to Asset Management Plan
• Task Order #23-01 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for Water Asset Management Plan
• Resolution 2023-02: Open Meeting Resolution
• Inter-Governmental Agreement with Motor Vehicle Division

The Council appointed a new Police Chief and approved several administrative resolutions, including the annual Open Meeting Resolution and an agreement with the Motor Vehicle Division. The Council also committed to a Water Department asset management plan and approved capital outlay project recommendations.

• Appointed Tom Lewis as Police Chief (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 to commit to a Water Department asset management plan (4-0)
• Postponed vote on Task Order #23-01 with Dennis Engineering Inc. for $60,000 (4-0)
• Approved Project Recommendation for Capital Outlay (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 establishing the Open Meeting Resolution (4-0)
• Approved Inter-Governmental Agreement with the Motor Vehicle Division (4-0)
• Postponed approval of Resolution 2023-04 regarding the Short Term Rental Application Packet (4-0)

Lodger's Tax Committee

The agenda for the Lodger's Tax Committee meeting on January 12, 2023, contains no substantive items—only instructions to open a PDF portfolio in Adobe Reader. No decisions or discussions are listed.

The committee approved a short-term rental application packet for submission to the village council. Members also decided to return to pre-covid annual submittal terms for FY23/24 event awards. The election of officers was tabled.

• Approved STR Application Packet for submission to village council
• Tabled election of officers
• Set 2023 meetings for 10:00 am on the 2nd Tuesday of each month
• Approved return to pre-covid annual submittal terms for FY23/24 Lodgers Tax Awards for Events
• Approved November and December minutes and January agenda

Council

The January 10, 2023 Council Meeting has been canceled and rescheduled for Tuesday, January 17, 2023. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and standard public meeting information, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

• Council meeting canceled and rescheduled from Jan 10 to Jan 17, 2023