Carlsbad, NM

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review a preliminary plat for a 93-lot residential subdivision. The body is also considering several zone changes, conditional use permits, and property variances.

• Preliminary Plat for 93 residential lots at Carlston Drive and Derrick Road
• Conditional Use Permit for solid waste storage at 1120 South Canyon Street
• Conditional Use Permit for vehicle service business at 2406 Los Alamos Street
• Zone change from R-1 to R-2 for 0.37 acres at 2301 and 2303 Iowa Street
• Zone change from C-2 to R-1 for the 2500 block of Camp Avenue

Carlsbad Community Volunteer Network Advisory Board

The regularly scheduled meeting for the Carlsbad Community Volunteer Network Advisory Board on November 2, 2026, has been cancelled.

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The board will review the FY2027 first quarter financial report. Members will consider funding requests from Nurvis Purvis Brewing Company, the City of Carlsbad for the Lost IN TV Series, and Abel Mendoza for Night of Champions.

• Funding request from Nurvis Purvis Brewing Company
• Funding request from City of Carlsbad for Lost IN TV Series
• Funding request from Abel Mendoza for Night of Champions
• Request for additional funding for FY27 awarded projects
• FY2027 First Quarter Financial Review

Riverwalk Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Riverwalk Recreation Complex Advisory Board will review the October 2026 monthly report. The board is also considering whether to request funds from the Carlsbad Foundation.

• Approval of October 6, 2026 meeting minutes
• Review of October 2026 Riverwalk Recreation Monthly Report
• Consideration of fund request from the Carlsbad Foundation

Walter Gerrells Performing Arts Center Advisory Board

The Advisory Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and review facility reports. The agenda includes a financial report and a review of events and rentals from Carlsbad Live.

• Approval of September 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• Financial report for the Performing Arts Center
• Event and rental review from Carlsbad Live

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the September 2, 2026 meeting. The session includes reports on maintenance and pro shop operations.

• Approval of September 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• Maintenance Report
• Pro Shop Report

Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center Advisory Board

The board will meet to receive an update on renovations to the Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center. Members will also discuss the November newsletter and weekly activities at the center.

• Update regarding Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center renovations
• Discussion of November Newsletter and weekly activities

Board of Solid Waste Commissioners

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Halagueno Arts Park Advisory Board

Carlsbad Library Board of Trustees

Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center Advisory Board

Shooting Range Advisory Committee

Disabilities Advisory Board

Veterans Memorial Advisory Board

Carlsbad Museum Advisory Board

Historic Preservation Board

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Budget Committee

Riverwalk Recreation Complex Advisory Board

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course Advisory Board

Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center Advisory Board

Planning & Zoning Commission

Carlsbad Community Volunteer Network Advisory Board

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The City Council will discuss two rezoning requests and permits for natural gas and produced water pipelines. The body is also considering contracts for water storage and airport engineering services.

• Rezoning 2.01 acres at 102 E. Hamilton Street from R-1 to C-2
• Rezoning 2.78 acres at 401 Rio Hondo Avenue from PUD to R-R
• Bid 2026-12 to D&R Tank for Sheep's Draw 5 Million Gallon Water Storage Tank No 5
• Pipeline permits for Enterprise Field Services (natural gas) and Mewbourne Oil (produced water)
• Resolutions for debris removal at 2317 Bonita Street and 1407 W. Thomas Street

Disabilities Advisory Board

The Disabilities Advisory Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, 2026.

• Discussion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities recognition

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss the Council Chamber Remodel Project and review financial reports. The body is considering budget adjustment requests for several city funds.

• Discussion and update on the Council Chamber Remodel Project
• Proposed General Fund adjustments for operating, capital, and labor
• Proposed Capital Projects Fund transfer out
• Proposed Airport Improvement Fund increases for revenue, capital, and transfers in
• Proposed Lodger's Tax Discretionary Fund increase for capital

Bob Forrest Youth Sports Complex Advisory Board

The board will receive updates on league play, practices, and tournaments at the Bob Forrest Youth Sports Complex. The meeting includes reports on capital projects and a report from fields contractor Will Merchant.

• Update on baseball, softball, and soccer league play and practices
• Update on tournaments held at the complex
• Update on capital projects for the complex
• Report by fields contractor Will Merchant

Veterans Memorial Advisory Board

The Veterans Memorial Advisory Board will meet to discuss veterans activities and the foundation's financial report. The board will also review donations, sponsorships, and the procedure for placing veterans benches.

• Discussion of Foundation Financial Report
• Discussion of Donation and Sponsorships
• Update on Veterans Bench Placement Procedure

Carlsbad Museum Advisory Board

The Board of Trustees of the Carlsbad Museum and Art Center will meet to review financial and director reports. The board will discuss current and future exhibitions, including events featuring the Posada Art Foundation.

• Exhibition: Josѐ Guadalupe Posada: Legendary Printmaker of Mexico (Sept-Dec 2026)
• Oct 23, 2026: Reception for Posada Art Foundation Director Jim Nikas
• Oct 24, 2026: 'Searching for Posada: Art and Revolutions' at the Cavern Theatre
• Nov 12, 2026: Native American Heritage Month Celebration with Tony and Violet Duncan
• Feb-May 2027: Community-Generated Exhibits including Zia Quilting & Stitchery Guild and Carlsbad Area Artists Association

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Cemetery Advisory Board

The Cemetery Advisory Committee will review cemetery and maintenance reports for July through September 2026. The board will also discuss a bench placed at the Veterans Cemetery.

• Monthly Cemetery Reports for July–September 2026
• Cemetery Maintenance Reports July–September 2026
• Discussion of a bench placed at the Veterans Cemetery

Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners will review permit requests for infrastructure projects within the City's Wellhead Protection Area. The meeting includes monthly utility and financial reports.

• Permit request from Enterprise Field Services LLC for a natural gas pipeline
• Permit request from Mewbourne Oil for a produced water pipeline
• Permit request from Mewbourne Oil to drill six oil and gas wells

The Board approved permits for two pipelines and six oil and gas wells located within the City's Wellhead Protection Area. The decisions included stipulations for insurance updates and specific drilling conditions.

• Approved Enterprise Field Services LLC permit for a 22-inch natural gas pipeline with stipulation to add pollution to Insurance Certificate (3-0)
• Approved Mewbourne Oil permit for a 24-inch produced water pipeline (3-0)
• Approved Mewbourne Oil permits to drill six oil and gas wells with conditions regarding cementing, City Inspector presence, and receipt of Insurance Certificates (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the September 17, 2026 meeting (3-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board will meet to discuss the process for adopting an ordinance and overlay zone. The board will also discuss historical property plaques and the 2027 New Mexico State Historic Preservation Conference.

• Discussion regarding the course of action to adopt the ordinance and overlay zone
• Discussion regarding plaques for historical properties
• Discussion regarding the 2027 New Mexico State Historic Preservation Conference
• Update regarding Dr. McIntosh's status on the board

Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center Advisory Board

The board will discuss past activities including a health fair, jam session, and garage sale. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an upcoming Halloween Dance.

• Review of September 18 Health Fair & Vaccine Clinic
• Review of September 25 Jam session
• Review of October 3 Multi-family Garage Sale
• Discussion of October 30 Halloween Dance

The Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center Advisory Board met to review past events and approve previous meeting minutes. The board discussed attendance and participation figures for recent health, music, and community sale events. No other formal actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved August 12, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the final FY26-27 budget and proposed budgetary adjustments. The body is also considering several contract awards for city infrastructure and equipment.

• Approval of FY26-27 Final Budget
• Bid award to Constructors, Inc for Reconstruction of Runway 3-21 at Cavern City Air Terminal
• Bid 2026-13 award to Lost Dutchman Enterprises, Inc for a Polaris Ranger Crew Cab for the Fire Department
• Resolution 2026-65 regarding the FY28 NMDOT Transit Grant Application
• GRO Governmental Entity Subgrantee Agreement for Fire Department costs

The City Council approved the FY26-27 final budget and subsequent budgetary adjustments. The council also awarded a $6.89 million contract for airport runway reconstruction and approved a $200,000 grant for the fire department.

• Approved FY26-27 Final Budget (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-64 for FY26-27 budgetary adjustments (7-0)
• Awarded $6,897,768.04 bid to Constructors, Inc for Runway 3-21 reconstruction (7-0)
• Approved $200,000 GRO grant for Fire Department operational costs (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-65 for $2M FY28 NMDOT Transit Grant application (7-0)
• Cancelled City Council meetings for Nov 24 and Dec 22, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved award of Polaris Ranger Crew Cab to Lost Dutchman Enterprises, Inc (7-0)

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Board of Solid Waste Commissioners

The Board of Solid Waste Commissioners will meet to review the Chapter 2 Ordinance for Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The meeting includes the review of September 2026 reports regarding solid waste and vehicle breakdowns.

• Review of Chapter 2 Ordinance for Boards, Commissions, and Committees
• September 2026 Solid Waste report
• September 2026 Solid Waste Vehicle Breakdown Report

The Board approved the minutes from the September 14, 2026, meeting. Members received operational reports on landfill tonnage and vehicle maintenance, and discussed the design phase of a solid waste transfer station.

• Approved September 14, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks and Recreation and Tree Advisory Board

The board will meet to consider approval for the next Arbor Day Celebration. Members will also receive updates on Pecos River aquatic vegetation removal and discuss a reporting app for the Parks Department.

• Approval of the next Arbor Day Celebration
• Update on Pecos River Aquatic Vegetation Removal
• Discussion of the “See It, Click It, Fix It” App for the Parks Department

Disabilities Advisory Board

The Disabilities Advisory Board will discuss needed repairs for streets, parking, and sidewalks. The board is also considering a partnership with the Carlsbad Foundation to accept donations for an event on December 3, 2026.

• Proposed partnership with Carlsbad Foundation for International Day of Persons With Disabilities donations
• Discussion of sidewalk, parking, and street repair concerns
• Planning for International Persons with Disabilities recognition on December 3, 2026

Shooting Range Advisory Committee

The Shooting Range Advisory Committee will meet to review approved range reservations. The committee will also discuss maintenance and improvements for the range.

• Review of approved range reservations
• Discussion of range maintenance and improvements

The committee approved the minutes from the September 10, 2026, meeting after noting corrections regarding member attendance and statements. Members also reviewed upcoming range reservations and discussed ongoing maintenance, including water system upgrades and bow hanger installations.

• Approved September 10, 2026, meeting minutes with corrections (3-0)

Beautification Committee

The Beautification Committee will discuss upcoming Keep Carlsbad Beautiful projects for 2027 and a proposal to change meeting frequency to bi-monthly. The body will also review electrical box submissions and receive updates on city murals.

• Discussion of 2027 Keep Carlsbad Beautiful Projects
• Review of Electrical Boxes Submissions
• Updates on C-Hill Mural and Neon Alley Mural
• Proposal to change meeting schedule to bi-monthly
• Discussion of September 2026 Recycling Presentation for the Board of Solid Waste Commissioners

The meeting was called to order, but roll call determined that a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made.

Lake Carlsbad Golf Course Advisory Board

The Lake Carlsbad Golf Course Advisory Board holds a regular meeting on October 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course Annex, 901 Muscatel Avenue. The agenda covers roll call and quorum, approval of the September 2, 2026 minutes, and information-only maintenance and pro shop reports. No action items, contracts, or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 2, 2026
• Maintenance Report — for information only
• Pro Shop Report — for information only
• Meeting location: Carlsbad Municipal Golf Course Annex, 901 Muscatel Avenue

The Lake Carlsbad Golf Course Advisory Board held a regular meeting on October 7, 2026, but roll call determined that a quorum was not present. As a result, no substantive decisions or official actions were taken.

• Roll call determined lack of quorum

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Riverwalk Recreation Complex Advisory Board

The Riverwalk Recreation Complex Advisory Board meets on October 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM at 400 Riverwalk Drive in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The agenda lists roll call and quorum determination, approval of the September 1, 2026 meeting minutes, and a Riverwalk Recreation monthly report for September 2026. The monthly report is listed for information only, so no action is indicated on it. The agenda contains no contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 1, 2026
• Riverwalk Recreation monthly report for September 2026, listed for information only
• Roll call and determination of quorum

The board made no substantive decisions during the meeting, taking only the procedural action of approving previous meeting minutes. Center staff presented the September 2026 monthly report, noting strong basketball court usage and facility maintenance updates including hockey rink lighting and floor painting. The board also reviewed recent community activities and preparations for the October 27 Trunk or Treat event.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 1, 2026 (5-0)

Carlsbad Community Volunteer Network Advisory Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Carlsbad Community Volunteer Network Advisory Board, set for Monday, October 5, 2026, at 12:30 PM at the Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center, 120 Kircher St., has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for decision or discussion. The notice is marked "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and includes contact information for accessibility accommodations.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Carlsbad Planning & Zoning Commission meets October 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Janell Whitlock Municipal Complex to review subdivision plats and property variances. Items include a preliminary plat creating 93 new residential lots at Carlston Drive and Derrick Road, and a variance request for the Fuson Bypass Development to create 135 lots without required curb, gutter, sidewalks, or streetlights. The commission will also consider conditional use permits for a home office at 4111 South Thomason Road and a photography studio at 4211 Balsa Street, along with several setback and lot-size variances.

• Preliminary plat for 93 new residential lots at Carlston Drive and Derrick Road (tracts 3 and 4)
• Variance from Ord. 47-62(d) for Fuson Bypass Development to create 135 lots without curb, gutter, sidewalks, or streetlights off West Bypass Road and Hidalgo Rural Road
• Variance from Ord. 56-90(b) for a 26'x46' carport, zero front setback, and 1' side setback at 1003 North Thomas Street
• Conditional use permits for a home office at 4111 South Thomason Road and a photography studio at 4211 Balsa Street
• Preliminary plat creating 5 new lots south of 3004 West Texas Street; variances at 307B East Chapman Road and 4104/4210 National Parks Highway

The Commission denied a variance request for the Fuson Bypass Development that would have waived requirements for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and streetlights for a 135-lot subdivision. Commissioners approved several other items, including variances for property setbacks at 1003 North Thomas Street and 307B East Chapman Road, and conditional use permits for home-based businesses. A preliminary plat for a five-lot subdivision south of 3004 West Texas Street was approved for only two lots.

• Approved Sept 14, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved variance for 1003 North Thomas St carport (4-1)
• Approved home occupation permit at 4111 South Thomason Road (5-0)
• Approved photography studio permit at 4211 Balsa Street (5-0)
• Tabled preliminary plat for 93-lot subdivision (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for 2 lots south of 3004 West Texas St (5-0)
• Approved variance for 307B East Chapman Road shop setback (3-2)
• Approved variance for 4104 & 4210 National Parks Hwy frontage (4-0)

Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center Advisory Board

The Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center Advisory Board meets October 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM at the Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center, 405 Casades Ave, Carlsbad, New Mexico. The agenda covers roll call and quorum, approval of the September 4, 2026 minutes, an update on Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center renovations, discussion of the October newsletter and Carlsbad weekly activities, and public comments with a three-minute limit per person. No votes on contracts, ordinances, fees, or rezonings appear on this agenda.

• Update on Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center renovations
• Approval of minutes from the September 4, 2026 meeting
• Discussion of the October newsletter and Carlsbad weekly activities
• Public comments, three-minute limit per person

The Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center Advisory Board approved the minutes from its September 4, 2026 meeting and received updates on center renovations, including ongoing asbestos abatement. Center staff also reviewed the October newsletter and announced an estimated project completion date of February 27, 2027.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 4, 2026 (4-0)

Budget Committee

The Carlsbad Budget Committee will review and consider approval of budget adjustment requests for the General Fund, Water and Sewer Fund, Airport Improvements Fund, and Streets Improvement Fund, all involving increases to capital, revenue, or both. The agenda also includes approval of the August 28, 2026 meeting minutes and a financial review. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

• General Fund — Increase Capital
• Water and Sewer Fund — Increase Capital
• Airport Improvements Fund — Increase Revenue and Capital
• Streets Improvement Fund — Increase Revenue and Capital

The Budget Committee approved several budget adjustment requests across the General, Water and Sewer, Airport Improvement, and Street Improvement funds. These include funding for equipment, safety upgrades, and roadway rehabilitation.

• Approved August 28, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment Requests including a shade structure and portable generator in the General Fund (4-0)
• Approved Water and Sewer Fund adjustments for a Deputy Director of Utilities vehicle, lift station upgrades, and wastewater plant handrails (4-0)
• Approved Airport Improvement Fund adjustments including $836,000 in easement revenue from NGL and runway improvements (4-0)
• Approved Street Improvement Fund grant for San Jose Boulevard roadway rehabilitation with a $51,000 City match (4-0)

Disabilities Advisory Board

The Disabilities Advisory Board is holding a special meeting with roll call and quorum determination, followed by discussion of recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, 2026. The agenda contains only this one substantive discussion item; no votes or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities recognition on December 3, 2026

The Board discussed planning for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities recognition event on December 3, 2026. Members discussed potential booth participants, speakers, and venue options. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Carlsbad City Council will consider routine business including minutes, personnel, and monthly reports, plus a bid award for the Primary Lift Station #2 project. They will also decide on accepting state and federal grants for ambulance and airport improvements, and vote on several resolutions covering delinquent utility payments, a road project, golf ball injury claims, an affordable housing ground lease, and property cleanup orders.

• Award Bid 2026-09 to Smithco Construction for Primary Lift Station #2 Project
• Accept FY2027 EMS Fund Act awards for Carlsbad Fire Department and Elite Medical Transportation
• Accept NM Capital Outlay Grant to purchase and equip an ambulance
• Accept four FAA Airport Improvement Program grants for runway rehabilitation, lighting, and signage at Cavern City Air Terminal
• Approve Resolution 2026-60: Ground lease with EC Carlsbad LLP for Kircher Street Multifamily Affordable Housing Development

The Council approved multiple FAA grants totaling $6,887,389 for airport runway and lighting improvements. It also authorized a ground lease for a 174-unit affordable housing development on Kircher Street and approved several infrastructure and public safety grants.

• Approved $6.88M in FAA grants for Cavern City Air Terminal runway and lighting (8-0)
• Approved ground lease with EC Carlsbad LLP for 174-unit affordable housing on Kircher Street (8-0)
• Approved $1.034M grant for San Jose Boulevard rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved bid for Primary Lift Station #2 Project awarded to Smithco Construction (8-0)
• Approved New Mexico Capital Outlay grant for a Fire Department ambulance (8-0)
• Approved $178,915 in EMS Fund Act awards for Fire Dept and Elite Medical Transportation (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-59 denying automatic compensation for golf ball damage claims (8-0)
• Approved filing $79,081.89 in liens for delinquent utility payments (8-0)

Historic Preservation Board

The Historic Preservation Board is meeting to discuss administrative items, including board member status, plaque engraving procedures, and a draft letter to property owners in the proposed Historic Overlay Zone. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no final decisions listed.

• Discussion of draft letter to property owners in proposed Historic Overlay Zone
• Discussion on plaques for historical buildings and engraving procedures
• Update on Dr. McIntosh's status on the board
• Approval of August 20, 2026 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Advisory Board approved its August 20, 2026 meeting minutes on a 4-0 vote. The rest of the meeting was discussion only: no update on Dr. McIntosh's board status, a plaque and engraving agenda item was not presented because Jameson was at a State Historical Board meeting, and the board reviewed a draft letter to property owners in a proposed historic overlay zone. No ordinance, letter, or overlay zone was adopted, and no date was set for a public meeting.

• Approved August 20, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0; Yes - Britt, Mitchell, McIntosh, Doss)
• No vote on the draft letter to property owners in the proposed historic overlay zone — discussion only
• No vote on plaques for historical buildings and engraving procedures — item not presented
• No update given on Dr. McIntosh's status on the board

Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewer Commissioners will consider approving outside-city water service for two properties, including one previously tabled. They will also review monthly utility and financial reports. The meeting is a regular session with routine approvals and reports.

• Request from BTS Management, LLC for outside city limits water service at 4405 Hackberry Lane
• Request from Jimmy Fusion (tabled) for outside city limits water service at 1614, 1614-B, 1702, and 1704 Standpipe Road
• Request from Jimmy Fuson for outside city limits water service at 1614, 1614-B, 1702, and 1704 Standpipe Road
• Utilities Department monthly reports presented by Ivan 'Mike' Abell
• Financial reports presented by Melissa Salcido

The board tabled BTS Management's request for outside-city water service for a proposed RV park at 4405 Hackberry Lane, citing concerns that a two-inch meter would be insufficient for 60-80 spaces and recommending further study. The board also approved Jimmy Fuson's request for outside-city water service for four properties on Standpipe Road, stipulating that a meter be installed for each mobile home for a total of four meters. Minutes from the August 20, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2026 regular meeting (5-0)
• Tabled BTS Management outside-city water service request for 4405 Hackberry Lane (5-0)
• Removed from table Jimmy Fuson's outside-city water service request for Standpipe Road properties (5-0)
• Approved Jimmy Fuson's outside-city water service request with stipulation of four meters (5-0)