Farmington public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider approving a $281,250 state grant for police hiring and retention, new fees for parks and facilities, underground electric work at Gateway Park, a transformer purchase, and a budget revision. They will also discuss an ordinance on armored car services and hold a closed meeting on litigation.

• Approve $281,250 from NM Law Enforcement Fund for police hiring/retention (HB 68)
• Approve proposed fee increases for parks, fields, museum, and civic center effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approve $164,604 for underground electric utility work at Gateway Park
• Award $437,647 bid to Western United Electric Supply for padmount transformers
• Adopt Resolution 2022-1880 for FY2023 budget revision (revenue +$2,254,845)

The City Council approved the third revision to the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget and updated fees for parks, fields, and facilities effective January 1, 2023. The Council also authorized utility work at Gateway Park and awarded a contract for electric transformers. Several appointments to city advisory commissions were confirmed.

• Approved $281,250 for police officer retention bonuses (unanimous)
• Approved updated parks, fields, and facility fees effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Gateway Park utility work using CTED Fund (unanimous)
• Awarded $437,647 transformer purchase bid to Western United Electric Supply (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1880 for FY 2023 budget third revision (4-0)
• Confirmed reappointment of Jonathan Rudolf to Airport Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointments of Roger Sheak, Shawn Weiss, and Derrick Childers to Electrical Code Advisory Committee (unanimous)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss upcoming policies for review, hear the Library Director's Report, and discuss the Beanstack reading program. New members will be introduced, and the board will also plan a Solstice celebration.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming policies for review
• Library Director's Report
• Beanstack discussion
• Solstice celebration planning

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed upcoming policy reviews for program space, eBulletins, and proctoring, and received staff reports on new hires and library usage statistics.

• Approved minutes of the previous meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on four petitions: a special use permit for a 66-foot spire on the new LDS Stake Center, a special use permit for a 24-space mobile home park, a zone change for a Dollar General store, and a zone change for a 40-acre property. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. These items will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• SUP 22-89: 66'-4" spire on LDS Stake Center at 4410 College Blvd
• SUP 22-99: 24-space mobile home park at 812 N Vine
• ZC 22-97: Zone change to General Commercial for Dollar General at E 38th St & N Mesa Verde Ave
• ZC 22-79: Zone change to General Commercial and Single-Family Mobile Home for 40 acres on Troy King Rd

The Commission denied a zone change request for a Dollar General retail store. A special use permit for a church spire was approved, while two petitions for mobile home park developments were tabled for further review of conduct codes and checklists.

• Approved SUP 22-89 for a 66’-4” spire at LDS Stake Center (5-0)
• Denied ZC 22-97 zone change for Dollar General retail store (6-0)
• Tabled SUP 22-99 for mobile home park at 812 N. Vine to Jan 12, 2023 (6-0)
• Tabled ZC 22-79 zone change for mobile home park and commercial use at 2200 Troy King Road to Jan 12, 2023 (5-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Committee will consider approving the 2023 meeting schedule and Resolution 2022-1, which sets meeting times, locations, and public notice procedures under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act. Members will also hear project updates from entities and NMDOT, and receive information items including reminders about PM 1 target reports and officer elections in January.

• Consider approval of 2023 Technical Committee meeting schedule and Resolution 2022-1
• Entity project updates: Aztec (East Aztec Arterial Phase III, McWilliams Rd), Bloomfield (East Blanco Bridge), Farmington (Foothills Drive Enhancement Phase II, East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase I, 20th Street Phase III, Red Apple Transit), Kirtland (CR 6405, CR 6411), San Juan County (East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase III, Kirtland Schools Walk Path Extension, CR 3000 Bridge Replacement, CR 3500 Bridge Replacement, Lower Animas Valley River Trail), NMDOT (NM 173, NM 371/Navajo 36, US 550 pavement rehab)
• NMDOT updates from District 5 and Planning Bureau
• Reminder: NMDOT Performance Measures (PM 1) Target Reports for 2023 to be considered for adoption in January
• Reminder: Annual Election of Officers to be held in January

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will convene for a regular meeting with reports from water/wastewater, electric utility, and the director. The agenda includes approval of the November 9, 2022 minutes and business from the floor. No votes on specific projects or rate changes are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2022 regular meeting
• Water/Wastewater Report by Andrew Sova
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report by Phil Johnson
• Electric Utility Report by Sheree Wilson
• Director's Report by Hank Adair

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of operational reports regarding water, wastewater, and electric utility activities.

• Approved Minutes of the November 9, 2022 Regular meeting

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold a rescheduled meeting to discuss the initial stage of the Animas and Healthcare Hub study with consultants, including a Q&A session. The agenda also includes approval of the November 15, 2022 minutes, Main Street Advisory Board updates, and city staff updates. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the consultant discussion.

• Q&A with consultants for initial stage of Animas and Healthcare Hub study
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update by Karen Lupton
• City staff updates by Warren Unsicker
• Next meeting scheduled for January 17, 2023

The Commission held a Q&A session with consultants from Sites Southwest regarding the Initial State of Animas and Healthcare Hub Study. The discussion focused on stakeholder outreach, trail connectivity, and the need to revise the proposed Totah Park plan. No new ordinances or contracts were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved November 15, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission will consider and vote on an alternative solution for the self-service fuel station project after Atlantic Aviation declined to bid on the RFP, citing financial concerns. The agenda also includes routine items: approval of the agenda, minutes from the November 8 meeting, and an operations report.

• Vote to determine alternative solution for self-service fuel station project
• Atlantic Aviation declines to bid on RFP #23-149466 for 100 Octane Low Lead Self-Service Fueling Facility
• Operations report includes car rental gross revenues data through November 2022
• Approval of minutes from November 8, 2022 meeting

The commission voted to postpone discussions on alternative solutions for a self-service fuel station. Members also discussed potential economic development and infrastructure needs for city-owned land north of the airfield.

• Approved December 13, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled self-service fuel station alternative solutions until after the first of the year or until the commission is full (4-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a 4.5% pay increase for IBEW-represented utility workers, effective December 4, 2022, with no back pay. The council will also hold a public hearing on the CDBG annual report and take final action on an ordinance changing the Planning and Zoning Commission composition.

• Approve $100,813.26 bid to Western United Electric Supply for insulators
• Approve two STOP Violence Against Women grants totaling $92,413 for victim advocacy
• Adopt Resolution 2022-1877 supporting redesign of 18-mile NM 173 from Aztec to Navajo Dam
• Public hearing and adoption of CDBG 2021 CAPER (Resolution 2022-1878)
• Final action on Ordinance 2022-1340 amending Planning and Zoning Commission composition

The City Council approved a resolution to apply for financial assistance for electric utility system improvements. They also adopted a report on Community Development Block Grant performance and updated the composition of the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Approved $100,813.26 bid for insulators to Western United Electric Supply (4-0)
• Approved two Stop Violence Against Women grants for $42,735 and $49,678 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1877 supporting redesign of 18 miles of NM 173 (4-0)
• Approved 4.5% pay rate increase for FEUS IBEW member employees (4-0)
• Approved warrants payable totaling $36,811,881.59 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1878 approving the CDBG 2021 performance report (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1879 for electric utility system improvement funding (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-1340 regarding Planning and Zoning Commission composition (4-0)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board will consider Petition ARB 22-91, a request from Rochelle Overturf for a variance to allow a new covered porch to encroach about six feet into the required 10-foot side setback at 6011 Club House Drive. Staff recommends approval. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting.

• Petition ARB 22-91: variance for covered porch encroaching ~6 ft into 10-ft side setback at 6011 Club House Dr.
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 3, 2022
• Public notice published in Daily Times on Nov 27, 2022; neighbors within 100 ft notified by certified mail

The Administrative Review Board approved a variance request to allow a covered porch to encroach into a required 10-foot side yard setback. The board found that the unconventional lot shape and restrictive covenants created a hardship for the property owner.

• Approved Petition ARB 22-91 for a side yard setback variance at 6011 Club House Dr. (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, receive a presentation on division operations and fees, and discuss the naming of the All Abilities Park. The agenda also includes a department report from Director Shaña Reeves and time for commissioner and public comments.

• Presentation of PRCA division operations and fees
• Subcommittee discussion on naming the All Abilities Park
• Approval of October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Department report by Director Shaña Reeves

The commission voted to present updated department fees to City Council and declined to implement additional discounts for students, seniors, or military. Two potential names for the All Abilities Park were approved for presentation to the Mayor and Council. The commission also reviewed a new organizational chart for the PRCA Department.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes
• Denied implementation of additional fee discounts (unanimous)
• Approved presenting updated fees to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved presenting 'Totah All Abilities Park' and 'Four Corners All Abilities Park' to Mayor and Council (unanimous)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington MPO Policy Committee will consider approving Amendment #6 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, which modifies the US-550 pavement rehabilitation project to extend from milepost 161 to 168.3 and adds broadband conduit installation. The committee will also hold a public hearing on the amendment, approve the 2023 meeting schedule, and review safety performance measures.

• Amendment #6 to FFY2022-2027 TIP: US-550 pavement rehab from MM 161-168.3, total $25,000,000
• Public hearing on TIP Amendment #6
• Approval of 2023 Policy Committee meeting schedule (8 meetings)
• Review of PM 1 Safety Performance Measures for FY2023
• Updated NM-173 Safety Resolution

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold a special meeting to receive updates on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan, including a kick-off meeting with Sites SW and the schedule for committee and public meetings. The commission will also hear staff updates on Main Street Advisory Board activities and city staff reports.

• Update on Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan with Sites SW kick-off meeting
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update by Karen Lupton on upcoming events and trainings
• City staff updates by Warren Unsicker
• Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved a change order to add market calibration and illustrative renderings to the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan. The board also received updates on the sale of the Wells Fargo building and the demolition of two dilapidated buildings.

• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved change order for optional tasks 4 and 8 (market calibration and renderings) not to exceed $25,000 (4-0)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, hear the police chief's report and the internal affairs monthly report, and conduct a closed meeting to review internal affairs cases. The committee may reconvene to make case determinations. The agenda is largely routine oversight business.

• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 regular meeting
• Police Chief's Report by Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs Case Review
• Citizen input period

The committee approved the minutes from the September 20, 2022, meeting. Members received reports on CALEA reviews, fentanyl issues, and traffic enforcement. Internal Affairs provided comparative data on citizen complaints and use-of-force incidents for September and October.

• Approved September 20, 2022 regular meeting minutes
• Entered closed session for case review
• Exited closed session to open meeting for further business

City Council

The Farmington City Council will give direction to staff on whether to connect Hubbard Road and Paseo Del Rancho to the future Pinon Hills Boulevard extension. The agenda includes survey results from affected residents, with most respondents favoring no connection or emergency-only access. The decision will affect traffic and emergency access for nearby subdivisions.

• Connection of Hubbard Road and Paseo Del Rancho to Pinon Hills Boulevard extension
• Survey results: Paseo Del Rancho access - 48 responses, 5 yes, 5 emergency only, 38 no
• Survey results: Hubbard Road access - 30 responses, 12 yes, 18 no
• Rancho de Animas Subdivision (63 lots) would gain secondary access
• Sun Valley Subdivision (72 lots) already has three accesses to Hubbard Road

The City Council voted to forego connecting Hubbard Road and Paseo Del Rancho to the Pinon Hills Boulevard extension. This decision followed reports of neighborhood opposition and confirmation that current regulations allow the project to proceed without these connections.

• Directed staff to forego connections of Hubbard Road and Paseo Del Rancho to Pinon Hills Boulevard extension (Unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council is holding a work session to consider several items, including public hearings for two police grants, a $375,000 incentive for Citizens Bank, and reallocation of CDBG-CV funds. They will also discuss the draft Wildland Urban Interface Map and receive reports on the Four Corners Balloon Rally and city-wide grants. The agenda includes multiple resolutions for demolition of dilapidated buildings and contract awards.

• Public hearing and approval of $48,602 JAG grant award
• Public hearing and approval of $262,500 School Violence Prevention Program grant
• Reallocation of $239,522.71 in CDBG-CV funds to public service agencies
• Consideration of $375,000 CTED Fund incentive for Citizens Bank demolition at 500 W Broadway
• Adoption of resolutions to demolish buildings at 1310 Bramble Ave, 623 W Animas St, and 605 E Animas St

The City Council approved several police grants, a $375,000 demolition incentive for Citizens Bank, and the removal of three dangerous buildings. The council also authorized the Four Corners Balloon Rally as a yearly event and approved various utility and engineering contracts.

• Approved $48,602 JAG grant for police mobile data terminals (unanimous)
• Approved $262,500 SVPP grant for police surveillance software (unanimous)
• Approved $375,000 CTED Fund incentive for Citizens Bank demolition at 500 West Broadway (4-0)
• Directed staff to reallocate $239,522.71 in CDBG-CV capital funds for public service projects (unanimous)
• Authorized Four Corners Balloon Rally as a yearly recurring event (unanimous)
• Approved removal of dilapidated buildings at 1310 Bramble Ave, 623 W Animas St, and 605 E Animas St (4-0 each)
• Awarded fiber optic cable installation contract to DB Technologies (unanimous)
• Awarded staking engineering services contract to Cross Canyon Engineering, LLC (unanimous)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will consider recommending approval of Amendment #6 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, which modifies the US-550 pavement rehabilitation project to extend its limits and add broadband conduit installation. The committee will also hold a public hearing on the amendment and review safety performance measures, the Major Thoroughfare Plan, and other items. Most agenda items are for discussion or information, with the TIP amendment being the primary action item.

• Amendment #6 to FFY2022-2027 TIP: US-550 pavement rehab from MM 161-168.3, total $25,000,000
• Public hearing on TIP Amendment #6
• Review of PM 1 Safety Performance Measures for FY2023 (state targets proposed)
• Discussion of Major Thoroughfare Plan and Metropolitan Transportation Plan
• Overview of Look for Me Safety Program by UNM Center for Injury Prevention

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect officers, approve the October minutes, and receive quarterly financial and operational reports on water, wastewater, and electric utilities. A review of the Solar Bidirectional Rate Billing is also on the agenda. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Quarterly Financial Report by Nalinee Jose
• Water/Wastewater Report by Andrew Sova
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report by Phil Johnson
• Electric Utility Report by Sheree Wilson
• Solar Bidirectional Rate Billing Review by Nicki Parks

The Commission elected Tory N. Larsen as Chair and Connie Dinning as Vice-Chair. The board also approved the amended minutes from the October 12, 2022, meeting. Staff provided financial and operational reports for the electric, water, and wastewater utilities.

• Elected Tory N. Larsen as Chair
• Elected Connie Dinning as Vice-Chair
• Approved amended October 12, 2022, meeting minutes

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive an operations report from Airport Manager Mike Lewis, and discuss business from the chairman, members, staff, and the floor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting
• Operations report including hangar inspections (19 completed, 3 pending)
• Pause of Taxiways B and G project until spring due to supply chain issues
• Self-serve fuel RFP timeline: opening November 17, 2022
• Resignation of alternate commission member Zachary Kermitz

The commission approved the November 8, 2022 agenda and the minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. Airport Manager Mike Lewis provided updates on the Bravo Taxiway project, fuel RFP, and hangar inspections.

• Approved November 8, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board will consider one petition: a variance request from Greg Hale to allow a six-foot vinyl fence within the 25-foot front yard setback at 813 Santa Barbara Drive, where the code limits fences to three feet. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the October 6, 2022 meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Variance request ARB 22-78: six-foot vinyl fence in 25-foot front yard setback at 813 Santa Barbara Drive (SF-7 zoning)
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 6, 2022
• Public notice for ARB 22-78 published October 23, 2022; neighbors notified by certified mail October 19, 2022

The Administrative Review Board approved a variance request to allow a six-foot tall vinyl fence within the required front yard setback. The decision allows the property owner to reduce the setback from 25 feet to 15 feet to accommodate recreational vehicle storage.

• Approved Petition ARB 22-78 for a 6-foot vinyl fence variance at 813 Santa Barbara Dr. (2-1)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from the October 6, 2022 regular meeting (3-0)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially recommend incentives for Citizens Bank, consider a USEPA 2022 Brownfields Grant application, and receive updates on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan and Main Street Christmas lighting. The agenda also includes approval of the 2022 MainStreet Annual Workplan and the September 20, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Consideration of USEPA 2022 Brownfields Grant Application
• Presentation and possible recommendation for MRA incentives for Citizens Bank
• Approval of 2022 MainStreet Annual Workplan
• Animas Area / Healthcare District Plan Update
• Main Street Christmas Lighting Update

The Commission recommended that City Council provide $375,000 to Citizens Bank to assist with the demolition of an old building at 500 W. Broadway after a new facility is completed. The board also adopted the 2022 MainStreet Annual Workplan and postponed a USEPA Brownfields Grant application to 2023.

• Recommended City Council provide $375,000 in incentives to Citizens Bank for building demolition (3-0)
• Approved 2022 MainStreet Annual Workplan (4-0)
• Approved updates to the 2022 MainStreet Annual Workplan (4-0)
• Approved September 20, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Postponed USEPA 2022 Brownfields Grant Application until 2023
• Moved December meeting to December 13, 2022 (4-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss proposed updates to the Unified Development Code, including changes to zoning, parking, fencing, and access management. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No public hearings or petitions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of proposed UDC changes: allow restaurants in Local Neighborhood Commercial district without special use permit
• Rewrite of Section 5.3.3 Access management by Engineering Department
• Changes to fence height limits in residential front yards (max 3 feet at right-of-way, rising to 54 inches at setback)
• Updates to accessible parking standards for new development and change of use
• Corrections to sign table and off-site sign regulations

The Commission reviewed proposed updates to the Unified Development Code, including restaurant zoning, parking standards, and fence heights. No formal votes were taken on these proposals; the Commission discussed the changes and may seek further technical input at a future meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved the October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on consent agenda items including two electric utility equipment bids totaling about $515,000, a detention center rate decrease, and three traffic safety grants. They will also hold final votes on ordinances setting sanitation service charges and Mayor/Council salaries, and consider a special use permit for an indoor cannabis cultivation facility. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss engineering services negotiations.

• Bid award to Western United Electric Supply for single-phase padmount transformers, $336,710
• Bid award to Wesco Utility for three-phase electronic reclosers, $178,260
• Detention center day rate for City prisoners set at $88.03 (down $24.74) for July 2023-June 2024
• Three NMDOT traffic safety grants totaling $140,010 (DWI enforcement, seat belt, selective traffic enforcement)
• Final action on Ordinance 2022-1338 setting residential/commercial sanitation charges

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing new salaries for the Mayor and Council based on federal per diem rates. Other actions included approving sanitation service charge adjustments and a special use permit for a cannabis cultivation facility.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-1339 establishing Mayor and Council salaries (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-1338 for residential and commercial sanitation service charges (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for 3,000 sq ft indoor cannabis cultivation facility at 4550 Lomas Street (Unanimous)
• Awarded $336,710 bid for single-phase padmount transformers to Western United Electric Supply (4-0)
• Awarded $178,260 bid for three-phase electronic reclosers to Wesco Utility (4-0)
• Approved $13,634,814.44 in warrants payable for Oct 9 to Oct 22, 2022 (4-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Brad Ballard and reappointments of Jim Dennis and Brian Erickson to Administrative Review Board (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to negotiate professional staking engineering services with Cross Canyon Engineering, LLC (Unanimous)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission will hear a presentation on division operations and fees, and will consider establishing a subcommittee to name the All Abilities Park. The meeting also includes approval of the September 15, 2022 minutes and a department report from Assistant Director Natalie Spruell.

• Presentation of PRCA Division operations and fees
• Establish subcommittee for naming the All Abilities Park
• Approval of September 15, 2022 meeting minutes
• Department report by Assistant Director Natalie Spruell

The commission reviewed proposed fee changes across multiple divisions, including a $5 increase for swim lessons and higher fees for pickleball, wallyball, and the Christmas Craft Fair. No final votes were taken; discussion will continue at the next meeting. A subcommittee was formed to name Tibbetts All Abilities Park.

• Approved minutes of September 15, 2022, as presented
• Formed naming subcommittee for Tibbetts All Abilities Park (Cutler, Baca, Thompson)
• Discussed but did not vote on proposed fee increases for swim lessons, pickleball, wallyball, and craft fair
• Discussed but did not vote on proposed discounts for seniors, students, and military
• Noted City Council-approved projects: Worley baseball field upgrades, Lion's Wilderness parking lot lighting, Museum HVAC, Brookside NW repaving, vehicle replacements, new Outdoor Recreation position, Animas North Trail re-bid, invasive species mitigation, Rec Center updates, Farmington Lake Aqua Park, All Abilities Park design

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will consider a $205,000 incentive for Citizens Bank, a USEPA Brownfields grant application, and adoption of a Downtown Work Plan. The meeting also includes updates on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan and Main Street Christmas lighting.

• Consideration of USEPA 2022 Brownfields Grant Application
• Presentation and possible recommendation for MRA incentives for Citizens Bank
• Adoption of Downtown Work Plan
• Animas Area / Healthcare District Plan Update
• Main Street Christmas Lighting Update

City Council

The City Council will provide direction on proposed 408 Fund projects and strategic planning for the Community Transformation and Economic Diversification (CTED) Fund. They will also select one of four circuit options for a floating aqua park at Lake Farmington, with staff recommending an Aquaglide option for installation in May 2024 at a cost of $188,865.

• Direction on proposed 408 Fund projects
• Strategic planning for CTED Fund
• Selection of aqua park circuit option (Wibit or Aquaglide) at Lake Farmington
• Budgetary impact of $188,865 for aqua park
• Staff recommends Aquaglide Option #1 or #2 for May 2024 installation

The City Council approved $4,104,875 in 408 Fund projects for capital needs including fleet vehicles, building maintenance, and park improvements. They also approved $1,616,000 in CTED Fund projects for FY2023, including park rangers, ORII support, All Abilities Park design, Animas North Trail vegetation mitigation, Worley Field upgrades with shade structures, Recreation Center improvements, and an outdoor recreation incentive program. Additionally, the Council approved Aquaglide Option 1 for a floating aqua park at Lake Farmington for up to $200,000, with installation postponed to May 2024.

• Approved $4,104,875 in 408 Fund projects for capital improvements (3-0)
• Approved $1,616,000 in CTED Fund projects for FY2023 including $166,000 for park rangers, $85,000 for ORII support, $315,000 for All Abilities Park, $100,000 for Animas North Trail vegetation mitigation, $800,000 for Worley Field upgrades, $100,000 for Recreation Center, and $50,000 for outdoor recreation incentive program (3-0)
• Approved Aquaglide Option 1 for floating aqua park at Lake Farmington up to $200,000, installation in May 2024 (unanimous)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board will discuss and potentially amend several policies, including materials selection, group visits, public demonstrations, and computer/internet use. They will also review the Community Analysis Needs Assessment and hear the Library Director's report. The meeting is largely discussion-focused with no major funding or construction decisions on the agenda.

• Discussion of Materials Selection Policy
• Discussion of Group Visit Policy
• Discussion of Public Demonstration Policy
• Discussion of Computer and Internet Policy
• Review of Community Analysis Needs Assessment

The Farmington Public Library Board unanimously approved four policies: Materials Selection, Group Visit, Public Demonstration, and Computer and Internet. The board also discussed upcoming policy reviews and the library director's report on staffing and equipment.

• Approved Materials Selection Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Group Visit Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Public Demonstration Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Computer and Internet Policy (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit (SUP 22-77) for Lotus Elite to operate an indoor cannabis cultivation facility at 4550 Lomas Street in the IND: Industrial zoning district. The permit was granted for a 10-year period with stipulations requiring site plan approval and a building permit. The motion passed unanimously 7-0. Staff had recommended approval, finding the use consistent with the 2040 Future Land Use designation of Industrial and appropriate for the location surrounded by industrial uses.

• Approved SUP 22-77 for indoor cannabis cultivation at 4550 Lomas Street (7-0)
• Approved the agenda of the October 13, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved the minutes of the September 29, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:27 p.m. (7-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Committee will meet to approve the September 14, 2022 minutes, receive an update on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan from GroundWorks Studio, and hear status reports on various entity projects. The agenda also includes reports from NMDOT and an update on NM 173. Most items are informational or for discussion, with action limited to approving the minutes.

• Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update presented by GroundWorks Studio
• Entity project status reports for Aztec, Bloomfield, Farmington, Kirtland, San Juan County, and NMDOT
• NMDOT reports from Planning Bureau and District 5
• NM 173 update presented by FMPO staff
• Public comment period on non-agenda items

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission is holding its regular meeting to receive reports on water/wastewater activities, operations, and the electric utility. The agenda includes a water/wastewater report, an operations report, an electric utility report, and a director's report. The meeting is primarily informational, with no votes scheduled on specific items.

• Water/Wastewater Report on August 2022 activities, including Raw Waterline Rehabilitation project (64% complete) and Polyline Replacement project (1,140 polylines replaced)
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report on August 2022, including 8 new meters installed and 9 water service line breaks
• Electric Utility Report on August 2022 financials, including $2.7M over budget YTD and PCA adjustment to $0.015 per kWh effective October
• Director's Report on substation/distribution/transmission projects, including Twin Peaks substation lease and Lee Acres 45-01 Rebuild (80% structures set)

The commission gave consensus to move forward with research on two new federal PURPA standards on demand response and electric vehicle charging programs. The standards must be considered by November 2023. The meeting also included updates on water line repairs, the San Juan Generating Station savings, and a new substation contract award.

• Consensus to research PURPA Standard No. 20 (demand response) and No. 21 (electric vehicle charging programs)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2022 regular meeting
• Bergin Substation construction contract awarded (includes earthwork)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on consent agenda items including surplus vehicle disposal, sprinkler parts purchases, and two special use permits for a cemetery and a cannabis manufacturer. The council will also discuss an incentive request for $205,000 from The Chile Pod to renovate a building at 119 West Main Street, and hold discussions on proposed ordinances regarding sanitation fees and Mayor/Council salaries, with final action scheduled for October 25.

• Special Use Permit for cemetery at 1300 Amsden Drive (SUP 22-61)
• Special Use Permit for cannabis manufacturing at 115 West Main Street (SUP 22-75)
• $205,000 incentive request from The Chile Pod for 119 West Main Street renovation
• Sprinkler parts re-bid awarded to Ewing Irrigation ($10,500.41) and Winsupply ($14,023.75)
• Discussion of ordinances on sanitation service charges and Mayor/Council salaries

The City Council approved a $205,000 incentive from the Community Transformation and Economic Diversification Fund for The Chile Pod to renovate 119 West Main Street. The vote was 3-1, with Councilor Bingham-Kelly dissenting. The Council also approved a special use permit for cannabis manufacturing at 115 West Main Street, adopted a campaign finance ordinance, and discussed a proposed ordinance linking mayor and council salaries to the federal per diem rate.

• Approved $205,000 CTED Fund incentive for The Chile Pod building renovation (3-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP 22-75 for cannabis manufacturing at 115 West Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-1337 amending campaign financing rules (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including surplus property declaration, sprinkler parts re-bid, and warrants payable (4-0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning consent agenda except SUP 22-75 (3-0, one recusal)
• Approved SUP 22-61 for cemetery at 1300 Amsden Drive (consent agenda, one recusal)
• Confirmed appointment of Vickie Campbell and reappointment of Patricia Baca to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Barbara Fisher as alternate to Library Board (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting, review the October 2022 operations report, and hear business from the chairman, members, staff, and the floor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2022 meeting
• Operations report for October 2022
• Business from chairman, members, staff, and floor

The Airport Advisory Commission approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, both by 5-0 votes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of operational reports and updates from Airport Manager Mike Lewis.

• Approved October 11, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Administrative Review Board

The Farmington Administrative Review Board will consider two variance requests for property setbacks. One seeks a reduced front setback for a home under construction, and the other requests reduced front and rear setbacks for a manufactured home. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance ARB 22-71: 5-foot front setback reduction for a single-family home at 4127 Rayos Del Sol (SF-10 zoning, requires 30-foot setback)
• Variance ARB 22-72: 10-foot front and 13-foot rear setback reductions for a double wide manufactured home at 600-604 W. La Plata St. (MF-L zoning, requires 20-foot front and 25-foot rear setbacks)
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 7, 2022

The Farmington Administrative Review Board unanimously approved two variance requests. The first reduced the front yard setback from 30 to 25 feet at 4127 Rayos Del Sol. The second reduced front and rear setbacks at 600-604 La Plata St. to allow a replacement home.

• Approved variance to reduce front yard setback from 30 ft to 25 ft at 4127 Rayos Del Sol (4-0)
• Approved variance to reduce front yard setback from 20 ft to 10 ft and rear setback from 25 ft to 12 ft at 600-604 La Plata St. (4-0)

Animal Services Advisory Commission

The Farmington Animal Services Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, introduce a new member, and receive reports from the regional animal shelter and other groups. The agenda includes updates on a fostering flyer and a volunteer transport driver program, plus a report from the animal control officer. Most items are routine updates and reports rather than final decisions.

• Introduction of new Commission member Denise Dorner
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Fostering Flyer Update
• Volunteer Transport Driver Program update
• Farmington Regional Animal Shelter reports for July-September 2022

The Farmington Animal Services Advisory Commission approved the 2022 Open Meetings Resolution and reviewed the April 5, 2022 minutes, which were approved unanimously. The shelter report noted a successful spay/neuter clinic and discussed overcrowding, euthanasia reasons, and the need for a separate area for aggressive animals. No substantive decisions were made beyond the resolution and minutes approval.

• Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Open Meetings Resolution (unanimous)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 1, 2022, and discuss the Mayor's Table civility initiative and a strategic plan update. New commission business will also be considered.

• Approval of August 1, 2022 minutes
• Mayor's Table – Promoting Civility First discussion
• Strategic Plan Update

The Commission decided to replace holiday civility PSAs with a Mayor's Table interview, scheduled for October 14, 25, or November 8, featuring Cheri Floyd and Hema Deegala. They also set a spring community forum for April 13 or 20, 2023, and discussed updating the complaint process to route through the City Manager. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only vote was to approve the August 1, 2022 minutes.

• Approved August 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to do Mayor's Table instead of holiday PSAs, with Cheri Floyd and Hema Deegala as interviewers
• Selected traits for PSA focus: respect, kindness, compassion, tolerance
• Scheduled spring forum for April 13 or 20, 2023, pending Civic Center availability
• Discussed complaint process change to route through City Manager, pending legal review

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three petitions: a preliminary plan for a 26-lot subdivision (Mesa Vista Subdivision #8 Replat A), a special use permit for a cemetery in a residential zone, and a special use permit for cannabis manufacturing at a retail store. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the prior meeting. Items approved will be scheduled for the October 11 City Council meeting.

• Preliminary Plan PP 22-66: 26-lot subdivision, 7.05 acres, Mesa Vista Subdivision #8 Replat A, postponed from Sept 15
• Special Use Permit SUP 22-61: cemetery in residential zone at SW corner of N Dustin Ave and E Amsden Dr
• Special Use Permit SUP 22-75: cannabis manufacturing at The alChemist, 115 W. Main St
• Approval of minutes from Sept 15, 2022 P&Z meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-1 to table a preliminary plan for Mesa Vista Subdivision No. 8 Replat A, a 26-lot subdivision, after staff recommended denial due to incomplete drainage reports and design issues. The Commission approved two Special Use Permits: one for a cemetery expansion at 1300 Amsden Dr. and another for cannabis manufacturing at 115 W. Main St., both by 6-0 votes.

• Tabled PP 22-66 (Mesa Vista Subdivision No. 8 Replat A) by a 5-1 vote until the applicant provides required engineering information.
• Approved SUP 22-61 (Greenlawn Cemetery expansion) by a 6-0 vote, allowing a cemetery in the SF-A zoning district at 1300 Amsden Dr.
• Approved SUP 22-75 (cannabis manufacturing at The alChemist) by a 6-0 vote, allowing a rosin press at 115 W. Main St.
• Approved the September 29, 2022 agenda by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the September 15, 2022 minutes by a 6-0 vote.

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on consent agenda items including contracts for the Bergin Substation rebuild, surplus property declarations, and a zone change. They will also discuss the Integrated Resource Plan, All Abilities Park, and proposed ordinances on sanitation fees and council salaries.

• Award $2,274,915.16 civil work contract for Bergin Substation rebuild to Integrated Power Co.
• Award $128,066 electrical equipment bid to Western United Electric Supply
• Award $148,805.77 control cable bid to Consolidated Electric Distributors
• Zone change at 1116 Smith Lane from SF-7 to MF-M for manufactured home
• Special use permit for portable storage shed sales at 2307 East Main Street

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $2,274,915.16 contract for civil work on the Bergin Substation rebuild, awarded to Integrated Power Co. The Council also approved the Integrated Resource Plan for the Electric Utility System, accepted final schematic design renderings for the All Abilities Park, and directed staff to proceed with downtown Christmas light displays. A motion to publish notice of a proposed ordinance increasing Mayor and Council salaries passed 3-2, with Councilors Bingham-Kelly and Jakino dissenting.

• Approved $2,274,915.16 contract for Bergin Substation civil work to Integrated Power Co. (unanimous)
• Approved Integrated Resource Plan for Electric Utility System (unanimous)
• Accepted final schematic design renderings for All Abilities Park (unanimous)
• Directed staff to procure roundabout pole trees and lights for downtown Christmas displays (unanimous)
• Reappointed Evan Noel and Kenneth LaCasse to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1871 approving first revision to FY2023 budget (4-0)
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent to adopt ordinance on sanitation service charges (4-0)
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent to adopt ordinance increasing Mayor and Council salaries (3-2)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington MPO Policy Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a safety improvement discussion for NM-173/Navajo Dam Road, a proposed 2023 meeting schedule, and approval of up to $2,000 for non-reimbursable expenditures in FFY2023. They will also hear updates on the Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan and reports from NMDOT. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on advancing safety improvements for NM-173/Navajo Dam Road
• Proposed 2023 meeting schedule with 8 regular meetings (no March, July, October, December)
• Consider approving $2,000 for FFY2023 non-reimbursable expenditures (e.g., late billings, refreshments)
• Update on Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan by Toole Design Group
• Final LRSP as information item

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will consider recommending incentives for the Chile Pod expansion, receive an update on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan, and discuss Main Street Advisory Board business. The agenda also includes approval of the August 16, 2022 minutes and updates on the Three Rivers Estates senior living project.

• Presentation and possible recommendation for MRA incentives for the Chile Pod expansion
• Animas Area / Healthcare District Plan Update
• Update on Three Rivers Estates Project (Senior Living Facility)
• Approval of August 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update on Annual Main Street America Six Standards of Performance

The Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council award $205,000 in MRA incentives to the Chile Pod for renovating 119 W. Main St. into a larger restaurant. The project is expected to add 3,106 sq. ft., 7-10 jobs, and $125,000 in annual GRT. Staff reported progress on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan and downtown events.

• Recommended $205K incentive for Chile Pod expansion (4-0)
• Approved August 16, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:08 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council is holding a work session with two information-only items: a presentation on the Electric Utility System's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which outlines future generation options, and acknowledgement of state approval of the city's Fiscal Year 2023 budget. No formal action is requested at this meeting; the IRP will be considered for approval at the September 27 regular meeting.

• Integrated Resource Plan for Electric Utility System presented by Siemens (information only)
• IRP identifies two preferred portfolios: SJ 2037-15% Market Exposure and SJ 2022-15% High Commodity
• New generation capacity of 158-284 MW with capital costs of $217M-$422M through 2040
• State Department of Finance and Administration certifies FY2023 budget
• Budget approval required to be included in council minutes per state statute

The City Council held a work session to review the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for the electric utility system, presented by Electric Utility Director Hank Adair and consultants from Siemens. The plan, required by Western Area Power Administration, analyzes generation options and is for information only; final action is scheduled for the September 27 regular meeting. The Council also unanimously acknowledged the Department of Finance and Administration's approval of the FY23 budget.

• Acknowledged DFA approval of FY23 budget (unanimous)
• Heard IRP presentation; no action taken (information only)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the July minutes, hear the police chief's report and the internal affairs monthly report, and review an internal affairs case in closed session. The committee may make a determination on the case after reconvening. The agenda is mostly routine, with the internal affairs review being the only substantive action item.

• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting
• Police Chief's report by Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs monthly report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs case review
• Possible case determination after reconvening

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its July 19, 2022 regular meeting as presented. Deputy Chief Kyle Dowdy reported an increase in fentanyl-related overdose deaths and discussed ongoing officer recruitment and retention challenges. Two officers, Nate Lacey and Sierra Tafoya, were promoted to Captain. Internal Affairs and use-of-force statistics for July and August were presented, showing a decrease in citizen complaints and an increase in use-of-force incidents compared to the prior year.

• Approved minutes of the July 19, 2022 regular meeting as presented
• Discussed increase in fentanyl-related overdose deaths in the last year
• Noted Farmington Boy’s and Girl’s Club received an opioid prevention grant
• Heard report on FPD understaffing and officer overtime for events like 4th of July and Balloon Rally
• Noted promotions of Nate Lacey and Sierra Tafoya to Captain
• Heard Internal Affairs report: citizen complaints down from 6 to 2, IA investigations down from 3 to 2, supervisor inquiries down from 9 to 5 (July 2021 vs. July 2022)
• Heard use-of-force incidents increased from 7 to 11 (July 2021 vs. July 2022)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding its regular meeting. The main item of new business is a presentation on the Anesi Property. The commission will also consider approval of the August 18, 2022 meeting minutes and receive a department report from the PRCA Director and Assistant Director.

• Anesi Property presentation
• Approval of August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Department report by PRCA Director Shaña Reeves and Assistant Director Natalie Spruell

The commission approved the August 18, 2022 minutes unanimously. Staff reported progress on the Anesi Property trail project and grant applications, a department-wide fee review, and ongoing discussions between the City, youth associations, and Farmington Municipal Schools about a potential sports multiplex. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were presented for information only.

• Approved August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on three petitions: a zone change for a manufactured home, a preliminary plat for a 26-lot subdivision, and a special use permit for portable storage sheds. The commission will also discuss the Pinon Hills Project and an updated Wildland Urban Interface map. Decisions on the petitions will be forwarded to the City Council on September 27, 2022.

• Petition ZC 22-64: Zone change from SF-7 to MF-M at 1116 Smith Ln for a manufactured home
• Petition PP 22-66: Preliminary plan for 26-lot Mesa Vista Subdivision #8 Replat A (7.05 acres)
• Petition SUP 22-67: Special use permit for portable storage shed sales at 2307 E. Main St.
• Discussion: Pinon Hills Project and updated Wildland Urban Interface map

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a zone change for 1116 Smith Ln. from single-family to multi-family residential, allowing a manufactured home replacement. It also approved a special use permit for outdoor sale and display of portable storage sheds at 2307 E. Main St., with a ten-year term. Both motions passed 5-0. The commission also discussed the Pinon Hills Project and an updated Wildland Urban Interface map, directing a color scheme change, but took no action on those items.

• Approved zone change ZC 22-64 for 1116 Smith Ln. from SF-7 to MF-M with manufactured home overlay (5-0)
• Approved special use permit SUP 22-67 for outdoor shed sales at 2307 E. Main St., with conditions including parking and a 10-year term (5-0)
• Removed item PP 22-66 Mesa Vista 8 Replat A from agenda, rescheduled to September 29, 2022
• Approved agenda and minutes of previous meeting (5-0)
• Directed staff to change color scheme of Wildland Urban Interface map

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will meet to discuss and receive updates on regional transportation projects, including a safety discussion on NM 173 and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. The committee will also review entity project statuses and hear reports from NMDOT. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Discussion on advancing NM 173 safety improvements
• Update on Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan by Toole Design Group
• Status reports on entity projects (e.g., East Aztec Arterial Phase III, Foothills Drive Phase II, CR 6405/6411)
• Information item: Final Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP)
• Reports from NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5

Public Utility Commission

The Farmington Public Utility Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss water/wastewater and electric utility reports, and will take action on the Integrated Resource Plan. The agenda includes reports from staff and a period for public comment.

• Approval of August 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Water/Wastewater Report by Andrew Sova
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report by Phil Johnson
• Integrated Resource Plan - ACTION requested
• Electric Utility Report and Director's Report by Hank Adair

The commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the 2022 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), which outlines the utility's generation portfolio and load projections. The IRP includes contingencies related to the potential closure of the San Juan Generating Station and emphasizes the need for at least 150 MW of power under the utility's control. The commission also approved the August 10, 2022 meeting minutes as amended. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were informational reports.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for 2022 Integrated Resource Plan (unanimous)
• Approved August 10, 2022 meeting minutes as amended (voice vote passed)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will discuss and vote on recommending an amendment to the Atlantic Aviation lease to reassume leases for the property known as Ramp B, which includes 21 T-hangars. The meeting also includes an operations report and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion and vote to recommend amendment to Atlantic Aviation lease to reassume leases for Ramp B (21 T-hangars)
• Operations report for September 2022
• Approval of minutes from August 9, 2022 meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that the city assume control of 21 T-hangar ground leases on Ramp B from Atlantic Aviation, a move expected to generate $5,000 in revenue. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of operational reports and discussions.

• Approved recommendation to assume control of 21 T-hangar leases on Ramp B (4-0)
• Approved September 13, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes awarding a $134,124 LED street lighting contract to Western United Electric Supply, awarding trucking services contracts to four vendors, declaring 22 surplus vehicles, and accepting a $40,000 state grant for a cultural economic development plan. They will also discuss a proposed ordinance on campaign financing and a speed radar feedback sign pilot program.

• Award LED street lighting contract to Western United Electric Supply for $134,124
• Award trucking services contracts to Sychar ($116,250), Herrera Trucking LLC ($152,000), Three A's Hot Shot Services ($143,750), and GBL Trucking LLC ($158,750)
• Declare 22 vehicles surplus and authorize disposal
• Accept $40,000 New Mexico MainStreet grant for Cultural Economic Development Plan
• Discuss speed radar feedback sign pilot program (8 signs, $21,000) and proposed campaign finance ordinance

Community Relations Commission

The Farmington Community Relations Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 1, 2022, follow up on forum planning, and discuss new commission business. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2022
• Forum planning follow-up discussion
• New commission business from commissioners and staff

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two petitions: a zone change from single-family to multi-family medium density at 1116 Smith Ln., and a preliminary plan for a 26-lot subdivision (Mesa Vista Subdivision #8 Replat A). They will also discuss the Wildland Urban Interface and the draft Housing Snapshot Plan, both tabled from a previous meeting. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes.

• Zone change request (ZC 22-64) from SF-7 to MF-M at 1116 Smith Ln.
• Preliminary plan (PP 22-66) for 26-lot Mesa Vista Subdivision #8 Replat A
• Discussion on Wildland Urban Interface (tabled)
• Discussion on draft Housing Snapshot Plan (tabled)

The Planning & Zoning Commission discussed two items: a Wildland Urban Interface map and a Housing Snapshot Plan draft. Both were informational; the Commission requested changes and will consider final approval at future meetings. No votes were taken on these items. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda of August 25, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Discussed Wildland Urban Interface map; directed staff to bring changes back for final approval at September 29, 2022 meeting
• Discussed Housing Snapshot Plan draft; directed staff to add information and return for final approval before forwarding to City Council
• Adjourned at 4:15 p.m. (6-0)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Policy Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the May 26, 2022 meeting and receive reports from NMDOT. The committee will also hear information items on the final FMPO ITS Architecture, Bike/Ped Plan update, Local Road Safety Plan update, and Transportation Project Fund update. No action is scheduled on these information items.

• Approve minutes from May 26, 2022 Policy Committee meeting
• NMDOT District 5 and Planning Bureau updates
• Final FMPO ITS Architecture information item
• Bike/Ped Plan update information item
• Local Road Safety Plan and Transportation Project Fund updates

City Council

The Farmington City Council is meeting to consider consent agenda items including multiple electric utility equipment bids, road resurfacing project resolutions, a liquor license transfer, and zoning recommendations. They will also hear presentations on Gateway Park Phase 2 and a downtown sculpture project, and discuss potential meeting cancellations and a police department space study.

• Award $107,785 for switchgear to Western United Electric Supply; reject transformer bid as non-responsive
• Award $288,319.62 for test switches to Western United Electric Supply
• Award $46,944 for steel structures to Western United Electric Supply
• Award $59,415 for DC panels to Consolidated Electrical Distributors
• Zone change and preliminary plat for Sandstone at San Juan Country Club (53-lot adult living community)

The City Council approved a zone change from SF-10 to Planned Development for a 26.05-acre adult living community with 53 residential lots, a community center, and a caretaker's plaza north of Footjoy Road. The Council also approved a preliminary plan for the Sandstone at San Juan Country Club subdivision and granted a cannabis variance for a retail sales facility at 109 West Broadway. Additionally, $50,000 was allocated from the CTED Fund for a downtown juried sculpture project.

• Approved zone change (ZC 22-62) from SF-10 to PD for adult living community on 26.05 acres north of Footjoy Road (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plan (PP 22-58) for Sandstone at San Juan Country Club, a 55-lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Granted cannabis variance (CV 22-60) for retail sales at 109 West Broadway within 300 feet of a religious institution and another cannabis facility (unanimous)
• Allocated $50,000 from CTED Fund for first year of downtown juried sculpture project (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple bids, resolutions for road resurfacing projects, and warrants payable of $10,433,103.23 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1865 establishing regular meeting days for commissions and boards (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance updating campaign financing code (consensus)
• Directed staff to commence negotiations with NCA Architects for police department space analysis study and renovation design (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda: roll call, approval of June minutes, new and unfinished business, a department report from PRCA Director Shaña Reeves and Assistant Director Natalie Spruell, commissioner items, and public comment. No specific action items or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of June 16 PRCA Commission meeting minutes
• Department report by PRCA Director Shaña Reeves and Assistant Director Natalie Spruell
• Next meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its June 16, 2022 meeting. No new or unfinished business was discussed. Staff reported that a review of admission and programmatic fees is underway, with a draft expected for the September meeting. Other updates included ongoing delays at Piñon Hills Golf Course and Totah due to concrete supply issues, a new sports field study, and pickleball court repairs. No votes were taken on any policy or spending items.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold its regular meeting, covering an update on the Animas Area/Healthcare District plan RFP, a presentation on the Annual Juried Sculpture Show, and discussions on downtown parades and a missing website link. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and staff updates.

• Animas Area / Healthcare District plan RFP status update
• Presentation on the Annual Juried Sculpture Show by the Arts Committee
• Discussion on impact of downtown parades
• Discussion on missing MRA website link
• Update on Three Rivers Estates Project (senior living facility)

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission approved the July 19, 2022 minutes and endorsed the Annual Juried Sculpture Show project, which will move to City Council for discussion. The board selected Chair Tanis and Commissioner McNally as representatives for the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan, following City Council's approval of a bid from Sites Southwest. Discussions on parade impacts and the missing MRA website link were held, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved July 19, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Endorsed Annual Juried Sculpture Show project, moving to City Council
• Selected Chair Tanis and Commissioner McNally as representatives for Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan

City Council

The Farmington City Council is meeting to consider accepting a 7.348-acre land donation from the River Reach Foundation for river trail maintenance, and to adopt a resolution approving the final FY2022 quarterly financial report for state review. The council will also hear an electric utility outage and reliability report, a 12-month financial report, and make an appointment to the Citizen Police Advisory Commission.

• Approve donation agreement for 7.348-acre parcel near Willets Ditch from River Reach Foundation
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-1861 approving Final FY2022 Quarter Financial Report
• Receive Farmington Electric Utility System outage and reliability report
• Receive financial report for 12 months ending June 30, 2022
• Appointment to Citizen Police Advisory Commission

The Farmington City Council accepted a 7.348-acre land donation from River Reach Foundation for trail maintenance and approved Resolution No. 2022-1861, the final FY2022 financial report. The council also confirmed Terry Hayes to the Citizen Police Advisory Commission. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on electric reliability and finances.

• Approved donation agreement with River Reach Foundation for 7.348 acres near Willets Ditch (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1861, final FY2022 financial report (4-0)
• Confirmed Terry Hayes to Citizen Police Advisory Commission (unanimous)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss the Library Card Policy and Materials Selection Policy. The board will also receive updates on upcoming policies, the Beanstack reading program, and a report from the Library Director.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of Library Card Policy
• Discussion of Materials Selection Policy
• Update on Beanstack from Jenny Lee
• Discussion of upcoming policies: Group Visit, Public Demonstration, Computer and Internet

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the Library Card Policy after a brief discussion about social security number requirements. The board decided to postpone voting on the Materials Selection Policy until the next meeting to allow members more time to review draft changes.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting unanimously
• Approved Library Card Policy unanimously
• Tabled Materials Selection Policy vote until October meeting

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss the quasi-judicial hearing process and consider three petitions: a waiver of the 300-foot cannabis distance requirement for a retail facility at 109 W Broadway, a zone change for an adult living community at Sandstone at San Juan Country Club, and preliminary approval for a 55-lot subdivision there. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Waiver of 300-foot distance requirement from cannabis facility and religious institution for retail cannabis at 109 W Broadway (Petition CV 22-60)
• Zone change from SF-10 to PD for an Adult Living Community with Community Center and Caretakers Plaza at Sandstone at San Juan Country Club (Petition ZC 22-62)
• Preliminary plan approval for Sandstone at San Juan Country Club, a 55-lot subdivision in Tier I (Petition PP 22-58)
• Discussion regarding the Quasi-Judicial Hearing Process

The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval of a cannabis retail variance at 109 W Broadway (6-1) and a zone change to Planned Development for the 53-lot Sandstone adult living community (6-0). It also recommended approval of the preliminary plat for the 55-lot subdivision (6-0). All recommendations go to City Council for final decision.

• Recommended approval of cannabis variance CV 22-60 at 109 W Broadway (6-1)
• Recommended approval of zone change ZC 22-62 to Planned Development for Sandstone adult community (6-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat PP 22-58 for 55-lot subdivision (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda after removing quasi-judicial hearing discussion (6-0)
• Approved July 28, 2022 minutes (7-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will consider recommending approval of Amendment #5 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which updates estimated costs for the East Pinon Hills Blvd Construction Phase 1 and Phase 2 projects. The committee will hold a public hearing on the amendment and also receive updates on various TIP projects, including NM-173 safety discussions and reports from NMDOT. Information items include the final FMPO ITS Architecture, Bike/Ped Plan update, Local Road Safety Plan update, and Functional Class updates.

• Public hearing and consideration of TIP Amendment #5 for East Pinon Hills Blvd Construction Phases 1 and 2 (cost updates)
• Project status updates: East Aztec Arterial Phase III, McWilliams Rd, East Blanco Bridge, Foothills Drive Enhancement Phase II, 20th Street Phase III, CR 6405, CR 6411, and others
• NM-173 safety discussion presented by Nick Porell
• NMDOT updates from Planning Bureau and District 5
• Information items: Final FMPO ITS Architecture, Bike/Ped Plan update, Local Road Safety Plan update, Functional Class updates

Public Utility Commission

The Farmington Public Utility Commission is holding its regular August meeting to receive quarterly financial and operational reports on water, wastewater, and electric utilities. Staff will present the Integrated Resource Plan for information only, with a public presentation and a potential recommendation to City Council expected at future meetings. The agenda also includes approval of the July 13, 2022 minutes and a public comment period.

• Quarterly Financial Report by Nalinee Jose
• Water/Wastewater Report by Andrew Sova
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report by Phil Johnson
• Integrated Resource Plan - Information Only Presentation (20 min)
• Electric Utility Report by Sheree Wilson

The Farmington Board of Public Utility Commissioners met on August 10, 2022, and heard presentations on quarterly financials, water/wastewater operations, and the proposed Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). No formal decisions were made; the IRP was presented for information only. The board also approved the minutes from the July 13, 2022 meeting, with two abstentions.

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 regular meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Heard quarterly financial statements for Electric, Water, and Wastewater utilities (no action)
• Received water/wastewater operations report for July 2022 (no action)
• Received Integrated Resource Plan information-only presentation (no action)
• Heard Electric Utility Report for July 2022 (no action)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting, hear an operations report, and take up business from the chairman, members, staff, and the floor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of August 9, 2022 agenda
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Operations report for August 2022
• Business from chairman, members, staff, and floor

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the agenda and minutes from July 12, 2022, both by 4-0 votes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational updates from Airport Manager Mike Lewis on the relocation of Taxiways B & G, a pending RFP for a self-serve fuel station, and air service status at Four Corners Regional Airport.

• Approved August 9, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Electrical Code Advisory Committee

The Electrical Code Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing concerns with state manufactured housing electrical inspections, review the electrical inspector's 3-month report, and examine the US29 drawing. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of the FEUS estimating procedure. No complaints are listed.

• Discussion of concerns with State of New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division electrical inspections
• Review of Electrical Inspector's 3-month report
• Review of US29 drawing
• Discussion of FEUS estimating procedure

The Electrical Code Advisory Committee approved the May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0). They discussed the loss of the State Mobile Home Inspector and plans to meet with Albuquerque inspectors, as well as ongoing issues with FEUS estimating procedures and unapproved parts. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a cannabis establishment at 738 West Main Street, with conditions including inspections, parking, and landscaping. The council will also adopt the CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan, make appointments, refinance water loans, and discuss drought conditions. Two closed meetings are scheduled for legal advice and a planning services contract.

• Special use permit for cannabis establishment at 738 West Main Street (GC district)
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1860 for CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan
• Refinancing of CWSRF 012R and CWSRF 095 loans with NM Environment Department
• Award of planning services contract for Animas Area Health Care Hub to Sites Southwest, LLC
• Appointments to Animal Service Advisory Commission, Library Board, Public Utility Commission

The council approved a special use permit for a vertically integrated cannabis establishment at 738 West Main Street, refinanced two existing loan agreements with the New Mexico Environment Department's Clean Water State Revolving Fund to a 0.01% interest rate, and awarded a professional planning services contract for the Animas Area Health Care Hub action plan to Sites Southwest, LLC. The council also adopted resolutions for the 30th Street Resurfacing Project and the San Juan Boulevard Pavement Resurfacing Project Phase 2, and ratified regular meeting schedules for city boards and commissions.

• Approved special use permit SUP 22-55 for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and production at 738 West Main Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1860 approving the CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan ($397,481 allocation) (4-0)
• Approved refinancing loan agreements CWSRF 012R and CWSRF 095 to 0.01% interest, saving approximately $533,473 (unanimous)
• Awarded professional planning services contract for Animas Area Health Care Hub action plan to Sites Southwest, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1862 for 30th Street Resurfacing Project ($350,200 total, $55,199 from NMDOT LGRF) (adopted later)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1863 for San Juan Boulevard Pavement Resurfacing Project Phase 2 ($977,900 total, $116,640 from NMDOT MAP) (adopted later)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1864 authorizing application for Drinking Water State Revolving Loan for Water Treatment Plants 1 & 2 upgrades (adopted later)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1865 ratifying regular meeting schedules for city boards and commissions (adopted later)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a special use permit for an integrated cannabis facility (cultivation, production, manufacturing) at 738 W. Main St. They will also discuss the draft Housing Snapshot Plan and Wildland Urban Interface. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and routine items.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-55 for cannabis facility at 738 W. Main St.
• Discussion of draft Housing Snapshot Plan
• Discussion of Wildland Urban Interface
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2022 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a special use permit (SUP 22-55) for an integrated cannabis facility at 738 W. Main St, allowing cultivation, manufacturing, and production. The approval included staff's five conditions plus a sixth requiring the parking lot be paved and a new fence installed before retail sales begin. The motion passed 5-0. Discussions on the Housing Snapshot Plan and Wildland Urban Interface were tabled to a future meeting.

• Approved SUP 22-55 for cannabis facility at 738 W. Main St (5-0)
• Added condition: pave parking lot and install new fence before retail sales
• Tabled Housing Snapshot Plan and Wildland Urban Interface discussions
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider a special use permit for a vertically integrated cannabis facility at 1512 Murray Avenue, approve a final FY2022 budget revision, and adopt a resolution commemorating the new municipal election district map. The council will also hear presentations for CDBG public service projects and discuss them in a closed meeting.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-48 for Sky High Farms cannabis facility at 1512 Murray Ave
• Resolution No. 2022-1859 approving third and final revision to FY2022 budget
• Resolution No. 2022-1858 adopting new Municipal Election District Map
• Ordinance No. 2022-1336 final action amending Unified Development Code regarding cannabis
• Declaring four surplus vehicles (1994 Ford Mustang, 2007 Ford 500, 1993 Lincoln Towncar, 2015 Ford F350) as surplus

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including surplus property declaration and a resolution commemorating election district map changes. It approved a special use permit for a cannabis establishment at 1512 Murray Avenue, adopted a final FY2022 budget revision, and passed an ordinance amending the Unified Development Code regarding cannabis. The council also awarded $133,622 in CDBG and General Fund money to 13 service providers, increasing the General Fund contribution to $130,378.

• Approved consent agenda including surplus property declaration and Resolution 2022-1858 (3-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit SUP 22-48 for Sky High Farms cannabis establishment at 1512 Murray Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1859, final FY2022 budget revision with new Cannabis Excise Tax fund (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-1336 amending Unified Development Code regarding cannabis (3-0)
• Confirmed reappointments to Cable and Communications Commission and Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Michelle Meyering to Citizen Police Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Awarded $133,622 in CDBG and General Fund to 13 service providers, increasing General Fund contribution to $130,378 (unanimous)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive an update on the Animas Area/Healthcare District plan RFP, and hear a presentation on the Annual Juried Sculpture Show. The agenda also includes updates from the Main Street Advisory Board and city staff, as well as a report on the Three Rivers Estates Project.

• Animas Area/Healthcare District plan RFP status update
• Presentation on the Annual Juried Sculpture Show by the Arts Committee
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update by Karen Lupton
• City staff updates by Warren Unsicker
• Update on Three Rivers Estates Project (Senior Living Facility) by Beth McNally

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission met on July 19, 2022, and approved the June 21, 2022 minutes unanimously (3-0). The commission tabled the Annual Juried Sculpture Show presentation until August 16, 2022, and received updates on the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan RFP, which will go to City Council on August 9, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Tabled Annual Juried Sculpture Show presentation until August 16, 2022

City Council

The Farmington City Council is holding a work session to review conceptual designs for Gateway Park Phase 1 and hear presentations from 13 organizations seeking Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) or general operations funding. The council will also consider adopting two resolutions for the FY2024-2028 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP), including a list of priority projects. No final decisions are expected at this work session; direction and awards are scheduled for the July 26 regular meeting.

• Gateway Park Phase 1 conceptual design presentation
• CDBG 2022 Annual Action Plan: $133,622 available for 13 applicant organizations
• Resolution 2022-1856: adopt FY2024-2028 ICIP
• Resolution 2022-1857: adopt Bonnie Dallas Senior Center ICIP
• ICIP priority projects include Tibbetts All Abilities Park ($13M), Police Station retrofitting ($3M), Gateway Park ($4M)

The City Council approved $320,000 from the CTED Fund to complete 100% of Phase 1 and 30% of Phase 2 design work for the Gateway Park project. They also adopted the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) and the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center ICIP. Several public service organizations presented funding requests for CDBG grants, but no awards were made at this meeting.

• Approved $320,000 from CTED Fund for Gateway Park design work (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1856 adopting the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1857 adopting the Bonnie Dallas Senior Center ICIP (4-0)
• Confirmed reappointments of Councilor Rodgers and Julie Baird, and appointment of Warren Unsicker to the Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments Board (unanimous)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes and an open meetings resolution, hear the police chief's report and an internal affairs monthly report, and conduct a closed meeting to review internal affairs cases. The committee may reconvene to make determinations on those cases. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the internal affairs case review.

• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2022 regular meeting
• Approval of Open Meetings Resolution
• Police Chief's Report by Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs Case Review

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee met and approved the minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting and the Open Meetings Resolution. The police chief reported on recruiting, traffic enforcement, and staffing levels, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 17, 2022 regular meeting
• Approved Open Meetings Resolution

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a special use permit for an integrated cannabis facility at 1512 W. Murray Dr., with cultivation starting immediately and retail sales later. The commission will also discuss wireless communication facilities and cannabis, and the Housing Snapshot Plan discussion is tabled to July 28, 2022. The agenda includes routine items like approving the agenda and minutes.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-48 for integrated cannabis facility at 1512 W. Murray Dr.
• Discussion on draft Housing Snapshot Plan (tabled to July 28, 2022)
• Discussion regarding Wireless Communication Facilities
• Discussion regarding Cannabis

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved Special Use Permit SUP 22-48, allowing Sky High Farms to cultivate, produce, and manufacture cannabis at 1512 Murray Ave. The approval includes staff stipulations and clarifies that any future expansion requires a new SUP. The motion passed 5-0.

• Approved SUP 22-48 for cannabis cultivation, production, and manufacturing at 1512 Murray Ave (5-0)
• Approved agenda with Item #4 removed (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 16, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Agreed not to change City ordinance on wireless communications facilities

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting to receive reports on water/wastewater operations, electric utility finances, and capital projects. The agenda includes updates on water line replacements, the electric rate change effective July 1, 2022, and a discussion of the 20th Street underground project. The meeting also includes approval of the June 8, 2022 minutes and public comment.

• Electric PCA rate reduced to $0.00 per kWh effective July 1, 2022
• 20th Street underground utility project underway; first phase cost approx. $2.8 million
• 30th St waterline replacement (Kiwanis Park to Hutton Ave) starts July 11, 2022
• East Main St Interceptor Sewer Rehab tentative start Sept 5, 2022
• Water revenue YTD $23.29M vs budget $23.29M; electric revenue YTD $89M vs budget $92M

The Farmington Board of Public Utility Commissioners met and received reports on water, wastewater, and electric utility operations. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting included updates on ongoing projects and noted that the PCA was reduced to $0.00 per kWh effective July 1, 2022, per the recently passed Cost of Service Study and Rate Design.

• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 regular meeting (4-0-1, Dinning abstained)

Animal Services Advisory Commission

The Farmington Animal Services Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a 2022 Open Meetings Resolution, and review unfinished business on the Volunteer Transport Drivers program. Reports will be given by the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter, the Regional Animal Shelter Foundation, the San Juan Animal League, and Animal Control Officer Sgt. Jensen. The meeting is a regular advisory session with no major decisions expected.

• Approval of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2022 Open Meetings Resolution
• Update on Volunteer Transport Drivers program
• Shelter reports for April-June 2022 from FRAS
• Reports from Regional Animal Shelter Foundation and San Juan Animal League

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on consent agenda items including two Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grants for the Region II Narcotics Task Force, totaling $219,318.31, and will receive presentations and direction on the All Abilities Park design, CDBG capital projects, and FY2023 capital plans. The council will also discuss a proposed ordinance amending the Unified Development Code regarding cannabis, with final action scheduled for July 26, 2022.

• Approval of 2020 JAG grant for $189,765.01 for Region II Narcotics Task Force
• Approval of 2021 JAG grant for $29,553.30 for Region II Narcotics Task Force
• Resolution 2022-1854 supporting LEADS grant application
• Resolution 2022-1855 supporting River Stewardship Grant application
• Discussion of ordinance amending Unified Development Code regarding cannabis

The Council unanimously directed staff to proceed with the conceptual design for the All Abilities Park, as presented, after a presentation and public comment. It also approved the consent agenda, confirmed a Community Relations Commission appointment, and directed staff to research senior/military discounts and Safety City upgrades. The Council discussed but did not take final action on the cannabis ordinance, which is scheduled for final action on July 26, 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including JAG grants, resolutions, and warrants (4-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with All Abilities Park conceptual design (unanimous)
• Confirmed Lonnie Whitaker to Community Relations Commission (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research senior citizen and military discounts at City facilities (consensus)
• Directed staff to research Safety City upgrades and include in ICIP (consensus)
• Directed staff to increase Tibbetts All Abilities Park project amount from $5M to $13M (consensus)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will meet to discuss the operation of a self-serve fuel facility at Four Corners Regional Airport. The agenda also includes routine items: approval of the agenda, minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting, and an operations report. The meeting is scheduled for July 12, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the Executive Conference Room at 800 Municipal Drive.

• Discussion on self-serve fuel facility operation at Four Corners Regional Airport
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting
• Operations report for July 2022

The Airport Advisory Commission unanimously agreed to move forward with construction of a large hangar (100 x 125 feet) for tenant Kevin Coleman next to Hangar 9.5, and to start an RFP for converting Runway 7-25 to LED lighting (66 fixtures, quote $31,747.96). Both items were consensus approvals, not formal votes. The commission also approved the agenda and prior minutes (4-0 each) and discussed operational updates including a summer grant, self-serve fuel RFP, and No Worries hours.

• Approved agenda for July 12, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 (4-0)
• Consensus to proceed with construction of 100x125 ft hangar for Kevin Coleman next to Hangar 9.5
• Consensus to start RFP for LED conversion of Runway 7-25 (66 fixtures, quote $31,747.96)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will hold its regular meeting, including approving the June minutes, hearing a presentation from Officer Robert Decker on Farmington Safety, and discussing an upcoming forum. The agenda also includes old and new commission business.

• Approval of June 13, 2022 minutes
• Presentation by Officer Robert Decker on Farmington Safety
• Discussion of upcoming forum

The Community Relations Commission approved the June 13, 2022 minutes and heard a presentation from Officer Robert Decker on crime reporting and police staffing. Members discussed a possible forum on post-pandemic life, with Chairperson Cheri Floyd to form a sub-committee. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved June 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administrative Review Board

The Farmington Administrative Review Board will consider a variance request from property owner David Sypher to allow a 6-foot solid wood fence in the front setback at 606 Glade Rd., exceeding the 3-foot limit. The board will also review minutes from the May 5 meeting and adopt an Open Meetings Resolution. One cannabis-related petition was withdrawn.

• Variance for 6-foot fence at 606 Glade Rd. (ARB 22-45)
• Withdrawn: cannabis sales hours variance at 4601 English Rd. (ARB 22-49)
• Variance for 96 sq ft digital sign at 4200 College Blvd. (ARB 22-50)
• Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes
• Open Meetings Resolution 2022

The Farmington Administrative Review Board approved two variance requests unanimously (3-0). The first allows a 6-foot solid fence at 606 Glade Rd., and the second allows a 96 sq ft freestanding sign at 4200 College Blvd. A third petition was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved variance for 6-ft solid fence at 606 Glade Rd. (3-0)
• Approved variance for 96 sq ft freestanding sign at 4200 College Blvd. (3-0)
• Petition ARB 22-49 withdrawn from agenda
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 5, 2022 meeting (3-0)
• Approved Open Meetings Resolution 2022 (3-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider consent agenda items including four electric utility contracts totaling over $7.5 million, several zoning and special use permits, and a proposed ordinance on cannabis. The council will also discuss airport fueling stations and a bicycle/pedestrian plan contract.

• Award $5,940,296.48 bid to Integrated Power Co. for Animas Substation refurbishment
• Award $1,224,646 bid to McKinley Sales for Animas Substation relay panels
• Award $158,650 bid to Western United Electric Supply for single-phase padmount transformers
• Award $189,666 bid to Stuart C. Irby for electronic three-phase reclosers
• Zone change at 5915 E Main St. from GC to MU for multifamily dwellings

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including four bids for electric utility equipment and warrants payable of $11.65M. They also adopted Redistricting Plan A for city council districts, approved four zoning and special use permits, and directed staff to solicit proposals for self-serve fueling stations at the airport. The council also directed staff to publish notice of a proposed ordinance amending cannabis business hours and awarded a consultant contract for the bicycle and pedestrian plan update.

• Approved consent agenda including $5,940,296.48 bid to Integrated Power Co. for Animas Substation refurbishment (4-0)
• Approved $1,224,646 bid to McKinley Sales for relay panels (4-0)
• Approved $158,650 bid to Western United Electric Supply for padmount transformers (4-0)
• Approved $189,666 bid to Stuart C. Irby for electronic three-phase reclosers (4-0)
• Approved warrants payable of $11,651,535.89 (4-0)
• Adopted Redistricting Plan A for city council districts (4-0)
• Approved zoning change at 5915 East Main Street to mixed-use (4-0)
• Approved special use permits for multi-family conversion, cannabis testing lab, and daycare expansion (4-0)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive an update on the Animas Area/Healthcare District plan RFP, elect a new chairperson, and discuss Main Street Advisory Board business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of a new chairperson
• Animas Area / Healthcare District plan RFP status update
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update by Karen Lupton
• Update on Three Rivers Estates Project (Senior Living Facility) by Beth McNally
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved the proposed Christmas décor design for downtown Farmington, with projected costs ranging from $243,700 to $337,700. They also approved the Open Meeting Resolution 2022, elected new officers, and selected a member for the Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan review committee.

• Approved Christmas décor design for downtown 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Open Meeting Resolution 2022 (4-0)
• Elected Jill Tanis as Chair and Doug Dykeman as Vice Chair (3-0, McNeill abstained)
• Selected Chair Tanis for Animas Area/Healthcare District Plan review committee (4-0)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving previous minutes, electing officers, and voting on general contest rules and a study/media room review. The board will also hear a presentation on Beanstack and discuss upcoming policies for review.

• Vote on General Contest Rules
• Vote on Study/Media Room Review
• Election of officers
• Open Meetings Act Resolution
• Beanstack presentation by Jenny Lee

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes, an Open Meetings Act Resolution, and elected officers. The board also approved amended general contest rules requiring in-person prize pickup and approved the study/media room policy as distributed. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Open Meetings Act Resolution (unanimous)
• Elected Michelle as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Scott as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved general contest rules with amendment requiring in-person prize pickup (unanimous)
• Approved study/media room policy as distributed (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council work session will receive a presentation on Christmas decorations and provide direction to staff. The council will also consider a resolution to establish the regular meeting day, time, and place for its work sessions, as required by Resolution No. 2013-1466.

• Presentation and direction on Christmas decorations
• Resolution setting work session schedule: third Tuesday, 9:00 a.m., Council Chambers, 800 Municipal Drive

The City Council approved the proposed downtown Christmas decoration designs, including 20-foot roundabout sculptures, lighted pole trees, and light falls, and directed staff to proceed with the project. The council also adopted a resolution setting regular work session times. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved downtown Christmas decoration design concepts (consensus)
• Adopted resolution setting work sessions for third Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding its regular June meeting. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: roll call, approval of April minutes, a 2022 open meeting resolution, a department report from staff, and public comment. No new business, unfinished business, or specific action items are listed.

• Approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Open Meeting Resolution 2022
• Department report from PRCA Director Shaña Reeves and Assistant Director Natalie Spruell
• Items from the floor (public comment)

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Commission approved the April 21, 2022 minutes and the Open Meetings Act as presented, and decided to keep the 6:15 p.m. meeting time. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports on staff shortages, completed projects, and public comments.

• Approved April 21, 2022 minutes as presented
• Approved Open Meetings Act as presented
• Kept meeting time at 6:15 p.m. (no change)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on four petitions, including a zone change to allow converting a motel into multifamily housing, a special use permit for a cannabis testing lab, and two other special use requests. The commission will also discuss cannabis regulations and approve the 2022 open meetings resolution.

• Zone change from GC to MU at 5915 E. Main St. to convert National 9 Inn and Long Dragon restaurant into multifamily dwellings (ZC 22-40)
• Special use permit to convert garage into residential unit at 115 N. Wall Ave. (SUP 22-42)
• Special use permit for commercial cannabis product-testing lab at 3315 Bloomfield Hwy. (SUP 22-43)
• Special use permit to expand daycare with portable classroom and playground at 1113 N. Auburn Ave. (SUP 22-44)
• Discussion regarding cannabis

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved four petitions: a zone change for a motel conversion to apartments at 5915 E. Main St., a special use permit for a multi-family residence at 115 N. Wall Ave., a special use permit for a cannabis testing lab at 3315 Bloomfield Hwy, and a special use permit for a daycare classroom expansion at 1113 N. Auburn Ave. All approvals were unanimous 6-0. The commission also discussed a cannabis dispensary appeal and a cell tower denial upheld by City Council.

• Approved zone change ZC 22-40 from GC to MU for motel-to-apartment conversion at 5915 E. Main St. (6-0)
• Approved SUP 22-42 for multi-family residence at 115 N. Wall Ave. (6-0)
• Approved SUP 22-43 for cannabis testing lab at 3315 Bloomfield Hwy (6-0)
• Approved SUP 22-44 for daycare classroom expansion at 1113 N. Auburn Ave. (6-0)
• Approved agenda, minutes, and Open Meetings Resolution (6-0 each)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to remove $127,241.62 in uncollectible utility accounts from its receivables. The meeting also includes a public hearing on imposing fireworks restrictions due to severe drought conditions.

• Resolution 2022-1851 to write off $127,241.62 in uncollectible utility accounts
• Public hearing regarding fireworks restrictions due to severe drought
• Agreement with San Juan County for maintenance of the Andrea Drive lift station
• Resolution 2022-1852 accepting NM DOT funds for East Piñon Hills Boulevard Extension design
• Denial of Special Use Permit for a 98-foot cell tower at 2400 North Hutton Avenue

The City Council voted 3-0 to deny a special use permit for a 98-foot cell tower at 2400 North Hutton Avenue, upholding the Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation. The Council also upheld an Administrative Review Board decision allowing a cannabis facility at 3024 East Main Street, confirmed a drought fireworks restriction proclamation, and approved several consent agenda items.

• Denied SUP 22-15 for 98-foot cell tower at 2400 North Hutton Ave (3-0)
• Upheld ARB variance for cannabis facility at 3024 East Main St, Suite A (3-0)
• Confirmed proclamation restricting fireworks use June 14-July 13 due to drought (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1853 urging citizens to abstain from fire sources during extreme drought (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including surplus property declarations, lift station agreement, and $17,248,535.27 in warrants (3-0)
• Appointed Carmen Martinez to Library Board (unanimous)
• Set regular council meetings for second and fourth Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. (3-0)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will discuss and possibly recommend to the City Council an agreement with Atlantic Aviation to install and operate a self-serve fuel system, in exchange for a 10-year lease extension. They will also hear a presentation from Atlantic Aviation on hangar lease rate increases and approve the 2022 Open Meeting Resolution. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and the operations report.

• Discussion and recommendation on self-serve fuel system installation and operation
• Presentation by Atlantic Aviation on hangar lease rate increases
• Approval of 2022 Open Meeting Resolution
• Operations report including fuel prices and car rental revenues

The Airport Advisory Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council approve moving forward with a plan to secure a 100 LL self-serve fueling operation, following procurement rules and airport standards. The commission also approved the 2022 Open Meetings Resolution, changing the meeting time to 4:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Discussions included Atlantic Aviation's hangar rate increases and fuel discount practices, but no formal action was taken on those topics.

• Recommended self-serve 100 LL fuel pump to City Council (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Open Meetings Resolution, meeting time changed to 4:00 p.m. (6-0)
• Approved June 14, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 10, 2022 minutes (6-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The committee is reviewing progress on various regional transportation projects and receiving quarterly education on using UrbanSDK for geospatial data. The meeting also includes updates from NMDOT regarding road construction and maintenance.

• Quarterly Education: Overview of UrbanSDK for geospatial data visualization
• Project Update: East Aztec Arterial Phase III utility re-certification and gas line relocation
• Project Update: CR 300 and CR 3500 bridge replacement design contracts to be awarded to Ty-Lin International
• Project Update: US 550 pavement rehab divided into three phases due to changing cost estimates
• Project Update: Kirtland Schools Walk Path Extension construction began May 9, 2022

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider an Open Meetings Resolution and receive reports on water/wastewater and electric utility operations. The agenda includes action on the resolution and updates from staff, with no other major decisions listed.

• Action: Open Meetings Resolution
• Water/Wastewater Report
• Water/Wastewater Operations Report
• Electric Utility Report
• Director's Report

The Commission unanimously recommended City Council acceptance of Resolution No. 2013-1466, which sets the second Wednesday of each month at 3:00 pm for open meetings. Staff reports covered water/wastewater and electric utility operations, including project updates and financials. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended acceptance of Open Meetings Resolution No. 2013-1466 (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a purchase agreement with Plow Realty LP for about 7.62 acres at 5750 Bloomfield Highway, formerly occupied by Hilcorp San Juan LP. The agenda includes only this purchase agreement and routine procedural items.

• Approval of purchase agreement with Plow Realty LP for 7.62 acres at 5750 Bloomfield Highway

The Farmington City Council unanimously approved a purchase agreement with Plow Realty LP to buy approximately 7.62 acres at 5750 Bloomfield Highway for $3 million, intended for relocating the Police Station. The property includes existing furniture, fixtures, and equipment, with an estimated additional $2-3 million needed for operational upgrades. Staff recommended funding from the 408 Fund, citing significant cost savings compared to new construction.

• Approved purchase agreement with Plow Realty LP for 7.62 acres at 5750 Bloomfield Highway for $3 million (unanimous)
• Authorized relocation of Police Station to purchased property

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider final plat approval for an 18-lot residential subdivision (Petition FP 22-35) and hold a discussion regarding cannabis. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes. The attached minutes from the May 12 meeting detail a prior special use permit request for a 98-foot cell tower, which was discussed and tabled.

• Final plat approval for 18-lot residential subdivision (FP 22-35) by BC Land Developers Inc.
• Discussion regarding cannabis (no specific action listed)
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting
• Prior discussion of SUP 22-15 for 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave (from attached minutes)

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved the final plat for Coyote Ridge Phase Two, an 18-lot residential subdivision in Tier II outside city limits. The commission also discussed cannabis signage enforcement, a pending cannabis-testing lab application, and a proposed code change to route cannabis variance waivers through P&Z and City Council. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved final plat for Coyote Ridge Phase Two subdivision (6-0)
• Approved agenda for May 26, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

MPO Policy Committee

The Policy Committee will review a proposed amendment to the 2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the 2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program. The meeting includes public hearings for both items and consideration of project additions including sidewalk and trail improvements.

• Amendment #4 to FFY2022-2027 TIP including Sunset Avenue and East Main Street sidewalk/ADA improvements
• Glade Run Trail Improvements and Westland Park Trail Connection projects
• Funding adjustments for US-550 pavement rehabilitation
• Review of the proposed FFY2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP)
• Approval of minutes from the April 28, 2022 Policy Committee Meeting

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider several funding agreements, including a $352,500 federal grant for the HIDTA narcotics task force and a $300,000 state DWI treatment grant. They will also vote on a joint $24,700 DWI program application with Bloomfield and San Juan County, approve two subdivision plats, and decide an appeal of a cannabis facility variance. The meeting includes a closed session for utility locate services and real property acquisition.

• Approve $352,500 HIDTA grant for Region II Narcotics Task Force (Jan 2022–Dec 2023)
• Approve $300,000 DWI grant for alcohol treatment and detox programs (expires June 30, 2023)
• Approve joint $24,700 CDWI program application with Bloomfield and San Juan County
• Approve preliminary plats for Little Creek Subdivision Phase VII Replat A (48 lots) and Sunset Ridge Subdivision Replat A (38 lots)
• Appeal of ARB decision to allow adult cannabis facility at 3024 East Main Street within 300 feet of a religious institution

The Farmington City Council, with three members present, adopted Resolution No. 2022-1850 for the final Fiscal Year 2023 budget. The council also approved the consent agenda, including grant agreements and warrants, and confirmed Planning and Zoning Commission reappointments. Two items—a special use permit for a cell tower and a cannabis facility variance appeal—were tabled due to the absence of the mayor and one councilor.

• Adopted FY2023 final budget (Resolution 2022-1850) (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $17,035,062.25 in warrants (3-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Little Creek Subdivision Phase VIII Replat A (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Sunset Ridge Subdivision Replat A (unanimous)
• Tabled cell tower special use permit (SUP 22-15) to full council meeting
• Tabled cannabis facility variance appeal (ARB 22-27) to full council meeting
• Confirmed seven reappointments to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Awarded utility locate services contract to Chenault Consulting Inc. (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council is holding a work session to discuss proposed redistricting plans and consider adopting Resolution No. 2022-1848, which approves the preliminary FY2023 budget for submission to the state. The council will also receive an update from the San Juan County Water Commission and consider awarding a contract for uninterruptible power supply maintenance. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss RFP and real property acquisition.

• Resolution No. 2022-1848: FY2023 preliminary budget with $262.6M revenue, $282.5M expenditures, $102.3M ending cash balance
• Discussion on proposed redistricting plans (final action June 28, 2022)
• Award recommendation for uninterruptible power supply maintenance contract to DC Group, Inc. (RFP #22-146869)
• Update from San Juan County Water Commission on operations and projects
• Appointment to Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-1848, the official preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2023, with a unanimous vote. The Council also reached consensus to favor redistricting Plans A and B, removing Plans C, D, and E from consideration, with adoption scheduled for June 28, 2022. Additionally, the Council confirmed Vanessa DeSoto to the Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board and awarded an uninterruptible power supply maintenance contract to DC Group, Inc.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1848 preliminary FY2023 budget (4-0)
• Consensus to favor redistricting Plans A and B, remove Plans C, D, E
• Confirmed Vanessa DeSoto to Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Awarded UPS maintenance and on-call services to DC Group, Inc. (unanimous)
• Closed meeting to discuss UPS RFP and real property acquisition (4-0)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the April 19, 2022 minutes. Planning Manager Escobar reported the RFP for the Animas Area/Healthcare District plan is ready for publication, with a 30-day bidding window. Staff also provided updates on downtown business activity and a bike plan bid that came in $50,000 over estimate.

• Approved April 19, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The committee will review the March 15, 2022, meeting minutes and receive reports from Chief Steve Hebbe and Internal Affairs. The agenda also includes a closed session for an Internal Affairs case review.

• Approval of March 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Police Chief’s Report by Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs Case Review

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee met and approved the minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting. Chief Steve Hebbe reported that the Farmington Police Department will issue a 15% pay raise to address recruitment and retention challenges following the Governor's 18% raise for State Police. He also noted an uptick in gun activity and severe vehicle crashes, and discussed retirements and promotions within the department. No formal votes were taken on policy matters.

• Approved minutes of March 15, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Special Use Permit for a wireless telecommunication facility at 2400 N. Hutton Ave. This item was previously tabled to address questions regarding coverage gaps and site viability. The Commission may recommend approval or denial to the City Council.

• Special Use Permit (SUP 22-15) for a 98-foot cell tower at 2400 N. Hutton Ave.
• Preliminary Plan approval for a 48-lot subdivision in Tier II (Parcel #R0051700)
• Preliminary Plan approval for a 38-lot subdivision in Tier II (Parcel #R0050231)
• Discussion regarding cannabis business activity and signage compliance

The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a Special Use Permit for a 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave., citing neighborhood opposition and insufficient evidence of need. The commission also approved two preliminary subdivision plans: a 48-lot development (PP 22-26) and a 38-lot development (PP 22-28), both in Tier II outside city limits. The meeting included updates on cannabis signage compliance and a future marijuana testing lab SUP.

• Denied SUP 22-15 for 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave. (6-0)
• Approved PP 22-26, 48-lot subdivision in Tier II (6-0)
• Approved PP 22-28, 38-lot subdivision in Tier II (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 28, 2022 minutes (5-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will consider recommending approval of Amendment #4 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which adds four new bicycle and pedestrian projects totaling about $3.69 million, and will also review the proposed FFY2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). The committee will hold public hearings on both items and may recommend approval to the Policy Committee. The meeting also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and receiving project updates from members and NMDOT.

• TIP Amendment #4 adds Sunset Avenue Sidewalk and ADA Improvements ($1,455,500)
• TIP Amendment #4 adds East Main Street Sidewalk and ADA Improvements ($1,683,100)
• TIP Amendment #4 adds Westland Trail Connection ($225,000)
• TIP Amendment #4 adds Glade Run Recreation Area Trail Expansion and Improvements ($330,000)
• Review of proposed FFY2023-2024 UPWP with estimated FHWA PL funds of $269,488 and FTA 5303 funds of $74,386.25 per year

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee recommended approval of Amendment #4 to the FFY2022-2027 TIP, adding four new projects (Sunset Avenue Sidewalk and ADA Improvements, East Main Street Sidewalk and ADA Improvements, Glade Run Trail Improvements, Westland Park Trail Connection) and adjusting the US-550 pavement rehab project. The committee also recommended approval of the FFY2023-2024 UPWP. Both recommendations will go to the Policy Committee on May 26, 2022. No public comments were received on either item.

• Recommended approval of TIP Amendment #4 to Policy Committee (unopposed)
• Recommended approval of FFY2023-2024 UPWP to Policy Committee (unopposed)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2022 meeting (unopposed)

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will hold a regular meeting to review the quarterly financial report, customer service write-offs, and updates from water/wastewater and electric utilities. The commission will also receive an update on the Bluffview scheduled outage. The agenda includes a recommendation to City Council regarding customer service write-offs.

• Quarterly Financial Report by Nalinee Jose
• Customer Service Write-offs recommendation to City Council
• Water/Wastewater Report by Andrew Sova
• Electric Utility Report by Sheree Wilson
• Bluffview Scheduled Outage Update by Britt Chesnut

The Farmington Board of Public Utility Commissioners unanimously recommended that the city council approve writing off inactive utility accounts aged over four years, totaling $127,241.62 for the year ending December 31, 2017. The commission also received quarterly financial reports for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, and updates on the Bluffview Power Plant outage and water/wastewater projects. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended city council approval to write off $127,241.62 in uncollectible utility accounts (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2022 special budget meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider a special use permit for a 128-foot spire on the new Farmington Temple at 4400 College Boulevard, along with several consent agenda items including a $478,220 bid award for Animas Substation cable and a resolution adopting the senior center capital improvement plan. The council will also hear a presentation on proposed FY2023 budget and redistricting plans.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-24 for 128-foot spire at 4400 College Blvd (Planning & Zoning recommended approval 6-0)
• Bid award to C.E.D. for Animas Substation control cable, $478,220 plus $40,050.93 taxes; AMEK bid rejected as non-responsive
• Resolution 2022-1846 adopting FY2024-2028 Bonnie Dallas Senior Center ICIP (includes $100,000 floor replacement and $140,000 meal delivery van)
• Declaration of surplus Fire Department Holmatro tools (estimated value $450) for donation to San Juan College Fire Science program
• Presentation of proposed FY2023 budget and City Council redistricting plans based on 2020 census

The Farmington City Council approved the consent agenda, including a special use permit for a 128-foot spire at the Farmington Temple, and adopted Resolution No. 2022-1847 on public meeting notice. The council also discussed redistricting plans, favoring Plan B, and received a presentation on the proposed FY2023 budget.

• Approved consent agenda including surplus property declaration, bid award to C.E.D. for control cable, and warrants payable of $6,489,250.61 (4-0)
• Approved special use permit SUP 22-24 for 128-foot spire at 4400 College Boulevard (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1847 on annual determination of reasonable notice of public meetings (4-0)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission will discuss and vote on recommending an agreement with Atlantic Aviation to install, maintain, and operate a self-serve fuel facility at Four Corners Regional Airport. The fuel would be priced at $1.00 below normal retail, in exchange for a ten-year contract extension for all Atlantic Aviation leased facilities at the airport. The commission will also review the operations report and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Vote to recommend agreement with Atlantic Aviation for self-serve fuel facility at $1.00 below retail in exchange for 10-year lease extension
• Operations report for May 2022
• Approval of April 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 10, 2022 agenda

The Airport Advisory Commission voted 4-0 to move forward with reviewing a proposal from Atlantic Aviation to install, maintain, and operate a self-serve fuel facility priced at $1.00 below retail, in exchange for a 10-year contract extension for all Atlantic leased facilities at Four Corners Regional Airport. The commission will review the final contract and make a decision on presenting the proposal to the City Council at a later date. The minutes also noted that the City Council approved a $7 million taxiway relocation project bid to Old Castle Group, dba Four Corners Materials, and a three-year engineering consultant contract to Armstrong Consultants, Inc.

• Approved agenda for May 10, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Voted to move forward with Atlantic Aviation self-serve fuel facility proposal and 10-year lease extension (4-0)
• Decided a survey on hangar fees was not necessary

Electrical Code Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Electrical Inspector’s three-month report and approve previous meeting minutes. Members will also discuss state-level manufacturing housing inspections and revisions to meter and service guides.

• Approval of February 8, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion on NM Manufactured Housing Division electrical inspections
• Review of Electrical Inspector’s 3-month Report
• Discussion regarding revisions to Meter and Service guides
• Discussion on removing meters from vacant mobile home sites

The Electrical Code Advisory Committee approved revisions to the Meter and Service Guide and accepted US-28, a single-phase entrance standard for 401-600 amp services. The committee tabled discussions on manufactured housing concerns and the 48-hour emergency reconnect policy. The February 8, 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved revisions to the Meter and Service Guide (motion passed)
• Accepted US-28, single phase entrance for 401-600 amp (motion passed)
• Tabled discussion on State of New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division concerns
• Tabled emergency reconnect policy wording change (48 hours to two business days)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board will consider two variance petitions: one to allow a cannabis retail facility within 300 feet of a religious institution, school, and other cannabis retailers at 3024 E. Main St., and another for a 15-foot rear setback variance for an addition at 1601 N. Dustin Ave. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting. Decisions are final unless appealed in writing within 15 days.

• Petition ARB 22-27: variance to 300-foot distance requirement for cannabis retail facility at 3024 E. Main St.
• Petition ARB 22-22: variance for 15-foot rear setback for a 15' x 15'-6" addition at 1601 N. Dustin Ave.
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 7, 2022
• Appeals must be filed with City Clerk's office within 15 days

The Farmington Administrative Review Board unanimously approved two variance requests. The first allowed a reduction of the rear setback from 15 feet to 15 feet for an addition at 1601 N. Dustin Ave. The second waived the 300-foot distance requirement for a retail cannabis facility at 3024 E. Main St. from a religious institution, school, and two other cannabis retailers. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Approved variance ARB 22-22 reducing rear setback to 15 feet for addition at 1601 N. Dustin Ave. (3-0)
• Approved variance ARB 22-27 waiving 300-foot distance requirement for retail cannabis at 3024 E. Main St. (3-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will convene for a special session to receive department head reports. They will provide direction on fence options for the clubhouse at Piñon Hills Golf Course and on how to proceed with developing the final Fiscal Year 2023 budget after a presentation of the preliminary budget.

• Direction on fence options for Piñon Hills Golf Course clubhouse
• Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Hearing #3 – Preliminary Budget presentation
• Direction to staff on final budget development

The City Council held a special work session and unanimously directed staff to proceed with Option 1 for the fencing at the Pinon Hills Golf Course clubhouse, the architect's original design. Council also reached consensus to direct staff to research alternative processes for Council review of cannabis variances granted by the Administrative Review Board. The FY2023 preliminary budget was presented in detail, with no formal action taken; public input is scheduled for May 10, 2022, and formal action for May 17, 2022.

• Approved Option 1 fencing at Pinon Hills Golf Course clubhouse (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research alternative processes for Council review of cannabis variances (consensus)

Community Relations Commission

The regular meeting of the Community Relations Commission scheduled for May 2, 2022 has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a special use permit for a 128-foot spire on the Farmington New Mexico Temple at 4400 College Blvd, a zone change from single-family residential to general commercial for Frank's Supply at 2655 Bloomfield Hwy, and hold a discussion regarding cannabis. The agenda also includes approval of the April 14, 2022 minutes.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-24 for a 128-foot spire at 4400 College Blvd
• Zone Change ZC 22-25 from SF-10 to GC for Frank's Supply at 2655 Bloomfield Hwy
• Discussion regarding cannabis
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2022 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit (SUP 22-24) allowing a 128-foot spire on the new LDS Temple at 4400 College Blvd., with a 6-0 vote. The commission also received an informational update on cannabis activity in Farmington, including current registrations, pending applications, and waivers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved SUP 22-24 for 128-foot spire on LDS Temple (6-0)
• Approved agenda with item No. 5 withdrawn (8-0)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2022 meeting (8-0)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington MPO Policy Committee will consider recommending approval of Amendment #3 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which modifies three projects including the Aztec Arterial, US-550 pavement rehabilitation, and Pinon Hills Blvd Extension. The committee will also review the draft 2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and receive updates from NMDOT and on the Local Road Safety Plan. A public hearing on the TIP amendment is scheduled.

• TIP Amendment #3: Aztec Arterial (estimated $17.8 million), US-550 pavement rehab MP 168.3-174.5 (estimated $20 million), Pinon Hills Blvd Extension
• Public hearing on TIP Amendment #3
• Draft 2023-2024 UPWP with estimated FHWA PL funds of $269,488 and FTA 5303 funds of $74,386.25 per year
• Reports from NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5
• Update on Local Road Safety Plan

The Policy Committee approved Amendment #3 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program, modifying three projects: the East Aztec Arterial, US-550 pavement rehabilitation, and the Pinon Hills Boulevard Extension. The amendment reflects additional funding and accelerated timelines. The committee also reviewed the draft FFY2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program and discussed a potential bylaw update to allow virtual meeting attendance.

• Approved FFY2022-2027 TIP Amendment #3 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed draft FFY2023-2024 UPWP; no formal action taken
• Agreed to explore bylaw update for virtual meeting attendance

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value contracts, including sewer rehabilitation and airport taxiway relocation. The agenda also includes land purchases for recreation and resolutions for road resurfacing projects.

• Awarding $3,150,675 bid to AUI for east sanitary sewer interceptor rehabilitation
• Awarding $6,855,247.73 bid to Four Corners Materials for taxiway relocation at Four Corners Regional Airport
• Purchase of 0.04 acres from Epifanio E. Garcia for $10,350 for recreation and open space
• Purchase of 0.03 acres from Amanda Garcia for $7,650 for recreation and open space
• Resolutions for West Main Street/Broadway and Wildflower Parkway resurfacing projects

The Farmington City Council approved the consent agenda, awarding contracts for sewer rehabilitation and airport taxiway relocation, along with property purchases and resolutions for road resurfacing. They also approved a special use permit for a loan company, directed staff to proceed with an RFP for a development plan, and confirmed reappointments to the Community Relations Commission.

• Approved consent agenda including sewer interceptor bid to AUI ($3,150,675)
• Approved airport taxiway relocation bid to Four Corners Materials ($6,855,247.73)
• Approved lease with Kysar Office Complex for public parking
• Approved lease extension with San Juan College for Harvest Food Hub to 2038
• Approved land purchases from Garcia family for recreation/open space ($10,350 and $7,650)
• Approved resolutions for West Main/Broadway and Wildflower Parkway resurfacing projects
• Approved special use permit for loan company at 1601 E 20th St, Suite A
• Directed staff to proceed with RFP for Animas Area and Healthcare Hub development plan

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board is meeting to consider adopting the proposed budget. The agenda also includes roll call, approval of minutes, and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Consideration of adoption of the proposed budget

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding a regular meeting with roll call, approval of the March 17, 2022 minutes, a department report from Director Shaña Reeves, and items from the floor. No new business or unfinished business is listed, making the agenda largely procedural.

• Approval of March 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Department report by PRCA Director Shaña Reeves
• Commissioner items and items from the floor
• Next meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will discuss and recommend to the City Council the scope of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Animas District/Health Care Hub Development Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the March 22, 2022 minutes and updates from staff and the Main Street Advisory Board. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no other major decisions listed.

• Discussion and recommendation to Council of RFP scope for Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan
• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Staff update on upcoming events and trainings by Karen Lupton
• City staff updates by Warren Unsicker

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board is meeting to vote on amendments to previous minutes, elect officers, and decide on general contest rules and study/media room policies. They will also discuss upcoming policies, hear a presentation on Beanstack, and receive the Library Director's report.

• Vote on general contest rules
• Vote on study/media room policy
• Election of officers
• Beanstack presentation by Jenny Lee
• Discussion of upcoming policies for review

City Council

The City Council will review various department head reports during this work session. The agenda includes updates on tourism, community safety, and a recreational trail presentation.

• Update from the Farmington Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Update from San Juan Safe Communities Initiative
• Presentation regarding the lower animas valley recreational trail
• Employee of the Month Program award

The Farmington City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They heard presentations from the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the San Juan Safe Communities Initiative, and on a proposed Lower Animas Valley Recreational Trail. A resolution supporting a $250,000 grant application for the trail is planned for the next meeting.

• Recognized William 'Billy' DoBell as Employee of the Month for March 2022
• Heard CVB update on FY2022 marketing and tourism efforts
• Heard SJSCI update on community safety programs
• Discussed Lower Animas Valley Recreational Trail grant application (no action taken)

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two special use permit requests: one for Mesa Financial Services, a loan company at 1601 E. 20th St. Ste. A in a Local Neighborhood Commercial district, and another for a 98-foot wireless telecommunication tower at 2400 Hutton Ave. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the March 24 meeting. Both items are up for discussion and possible action.

• Special Use Permit for Mesa Financial Services loan company at 1601 E. 20th St. Ste. A
• Special Use Permit for 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave.
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2022 P&Z meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission tabled a Special Use Permit request for a 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave. until the May 12, 2022 meeting, after hearing public opposition and questions about location and height. The Commission also approved a separate Special Use Permit for Mesa Financial Services, a loan company, at 1601 E. 20th Street, Suite A, with conditions.

• Tabled SUP 22-15 for 98-foot cell tower at 2400 Hutton Ave. until May 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved SUP 22-19 for Mesa Financial Services loan company at 1601 E. 20th St., Suite A (5-0)
• Elected Ryan Brown as Acting Chair (5-0)
• Approved agenda for April 14, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2022 meeting (5-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Technical Committee is reviewing a proposed amendment to the 2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The committee will consider recommending approval of modifications to the East Aztec Arterial Phase II and a new US-55 and pavement rehabilitation project.

• East Aztec Arterial Phase II: modification to reflect additional funding for an estimated $17.8 million total cost
• US-550 pavement rehabilitation (MP 168.3 to 174.5): new project phase with an estimated cost of $20 million
• Review of the draft 2023-2024 Unified Planning Work Program
• Discussion regarding the Local Road Safety Plan Update
• Discussion regarding the Transportation Project Fund

The Technical Committee recommended approval of Amendment #3 to the FFY2022-2027 TIP, which adds funding for the East Aztec Arterial, splits the Pinon Hills Boulevard Extension into phases, and adds a US-550 pavement rehab project. The committee also reviewed the draft FFY2023-2024 UPWP and discussed upcoming Transportation Project Fund applications. No public comments were received on the TIP amendment.

• Recommended approval of TIP Amendment #3 to Policy Committee (unopposed)
• Approved minutes from March 9, 2022 meeting (unopposed)
• Discussed draft FFY2023-2024 UPWP; no formal action
• Discussed TPF applications; agreed to use same evaluation process as last year

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission reviewed a rate study for Farmington Electric Utility System (FEUS) detailing a $97.8 million revenue requirement. The presentation outlined proposed four-phase rate changes through 2026, including adjustments to the system infrastructure charge and the removal of the PCA rate.

• Proposed residential system infrastructure charge increase from $6.75 to $16.50 by FY2026
• Revenue requirement for FEUS identified at $97.8 million
• Proposal to set the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) rate to $0.00/kWh effective July 1, 2022
• Review of two bi-directional net metering options: 15-minute and monthly netting
• Report of $617,000 in utility assistance provided via the NM ERAP program

The Commission approved the March 9, 2022 minutes as revised, incorporating corrections to attendance and vote records. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational reports on water, wastewater, and electric utility operations.

• Approved March 9, 2022 minutes as revised (voice vote)
• Noted Commissioner Buffington's votes: Yes for Cost of Service Rate Study Option 2, No for Option 1
• Added abstentions by Commissioners Pierce and Stowell to March minutes
• Corrected example bills for Option 1 and Option 2 in March minutes
• Inserted Commissioner Sanchez's explanation for his No votes in March minutes

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission is holding its annual budget meeting to review and make recommendations to the City Council on the FY2023 and FY2024 Electric Department budget, as well as the FY2023 Water and Wastewater Utility budgets. The agenda also includes a water/wastewater operations annual report from Jacobs. No other substantive items are listed.

• Electric Budget Presentation by Hank Adair with PUC recommendation for FY2023 and FY2024
• Water/Wastewater Operations Annual Report by Philip Johnson (Jacobs)
• Water Utility Budget Presentation by David Sypher with PUC recommendation for FY2023
• Wastewater Utility Budget Presentation by David Sypher with PUC recommendation for FY2023

The Farmington Public Utility Commission unanimously recommended City Council approval of the proposed FY2023 budgets for the Electric, Water, and Wastewater utilities. The Electric budget projects $102.7 million in revenues and $108.6 million in expenditures, the Water budget projects $32.53 million in revenues and $31.79 million in expenditures, and the Wastewater budget projects $14.12 million in revenues and $17.61 million in expenditures. The commission also received the 2021 Water/Wastewater Operations Annual Report from Jacobs.

• Recommended approval of FY2023 Electric Department budget (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY2023 Water Utility budget (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of FY2023 Wastewater Utility budget (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several contract awards for electric utility equipment and park maintenance. The agenda also includes a zoning change request for a residential triplex and presentations on redistricting plans.

• Zone change request for a residential triplex at East Cedar Street and South Commercial Avenue
• Award of $82,519.01 to Vectors, Inc. for Trimble survey equipment
• Award of $90,144 for a Yamaha golf car GPS system to Masek Rocky Mountain Golf Cars
• Award of $234,928.35 to Western United Electric Supply for 20th Street Project cable
• Award of $162,892.01 to Sundek National Accounts for Aquatic Center deck resurfacing

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-1842, approving revised electric utility rates effective July 1, 2022, with Option 2 for monthly bi-directional net metering for residential solar customers. The council also approved a consent agenda including multiple bids and appointments, a zone change for a residential triplex, and a CDBG amendment reallocating funds for ADA sidewalk improvements. Additionally, the council directed staff to proceed with infrastructure for three vending sites at Berg Park and awarded contracts for cultural resource and engineering services.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1842 with Option 2 (monthly net metering) for electric rates (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bids for survey equipment, golf car GPS, substation materials, cable, and Aquatic Center deck resurfacing (4-0)
• Approved zone change ZC 22-11 for residential triplex at East Cedar and South Commercial (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1841 reallocating $23,935.29 from Bonnie Dallas Senior Center to ADA sidewalk project (4-0)
• Directed staff to install infrastructure for three vending sites at Berg Park (consensus)
• Awarded cultural resource and environmental assessment contracts to San Juan County Museum Association, SWCA, and Adkins Consulting (unanimous)
• Awarded engineering services contract for Four Corners Regional Airport to Armstrong Consultants (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission will hold its regular April meeting, covering routine items like agenda approval, minutes, and an operations report. They will also discuss the self-service fuel project at Four Corners Regional Airport and analyze remaining budget spending for the fiscal year.

• Update on self-service fuel at Four Corners Regional Airport
• Analysis of remaining budget recommended spending for remainder of FY
• Operations report for April 2022
• Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022 meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed a proposed self-serve fuel discount from Atlantic Aviation, with the chairman suggesting a 20% lower price than full-serve. The commission also reviewed updates on the $8.5 million runway upgrade, new PAPI lights, and a $295,000 infrastructure grant. No formal decisions were made beyond the routine approvals.

• Approved April 12, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Administrative Review Board

The Farmington Administrative Review Board will consider two variance requests from the 300-foot distance requirement for cannabis retail facilities near religious institutions, plus a lot-split variance. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the March 3 meeting. Decisions are final unless appealed in writing within 15 days.

• Petition ARB 22-13: Jason Little requests variance for cannabis retail at 7101 E. Main St., citing 724-foot building distance from Calvary Chapel
• Petition ARB 22-16: Charles Bisland requests variance to split lot at 8655 Foothills Dr. into two, with one lot at 1.954 acres (below 2-acre minimum)
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 3, 2022
• Public comment period for agenda items

The Farmington Administrative Review Board approved two variances. First, it granted a waiver of the 300-foot distance requirement from a retail cannabis establishment to a religious institution for a property at 7101 E. Main St. Second, it approved a variance to allow a lot split at 8655 Foothills Dr. where one resulting lot would be slightly under the 2-acre minimum. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0.

• Approved variance ARB 22-13 waiving 300-ft cannabis-to-religious-institution distance at 7101 E. Main St. (3-0)
• Approved variance ARB 22-16 allowing lot split with 1.95-acre lot at 8655 Foothills Dr. (3-0)

Animal Services Advisory Commission

The Farmington Animal Services Advisory Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss the Volunteer Transport Drivers program, and receive reports from the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter, the Regional Animal Shelter Foundation, and the San Juan Animal League. No new business is listed.

• Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Volunteer Transport Drivers program
• Shelter reports for January–March 2022 from Farmington Regional Animal Shelter
• Reports from Regional Animal Shelter Foundation Inc. and San Juan Animal League

The Animal Services Advisory Commission approved the January 4, 2022 minutes and rescheduled the July meeting from July 5 to July 12, 2022. No new business was discussed. Staff reported on shelter intake, upcoming events, and volunteer transport needs.

• Approved January 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved July meeting from July 5 to July 12, 2022 (unanimous)

Community Relations Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Farmington Community Relations Commission. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of minutes, commissioner reports, and strategic planning; no specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of March 7, 2022 minutes
• Commissioner reports on outreach and education
• Strategic planning and update discussion
• Old and new commission business

The Community Relations Commission met and approved the March 7, 2022 minutes. Staff and commissioners reviewed the 14 duties in the ordinance and suggested changes, which will be discussed at the May meeting. The May meeting will be extended to two hours to work on the strategic plan, with a possible continuation in June. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved March 7, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Reviewed ordinance duties and collected change suggestions for May discussion
• Scheduled May meeting for 2 hours (4-6 pm) for strategic planning

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a final plat for a five-lot commercial subdivision (FP 22-03) at 4109 E. Main St., a special use permit for an integrated cannabis facility (SUP 22-08) at 6161 E Main St., and a zone change to Planned Development for a residential triplex (ZC 22-11) at Cedar St. and Commercial Ave. They will also discuss conflict of interest definitions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 10, 2022 meeting.

• FP 22-03: Final plat for Farmington Center Subdivision, 5 commercial lots on 9.94 acres at 4109 E. Main St., former Haliburton site, by Red Shamrock 12, LLC.
• SUP 22-08: Special use permit for integrated cannabis facility at 6161 E Main St.
• ZC 22-11: Zone change from General Commercial to Planned Development for residential triplex at Cedar St. and Commercial Ave.
• Discussion on Conflict of Interest definition and regulations.
• Recommendations from this meeting may be considered by City Council on April 12, 2022.

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will continue discussions on the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan, hear a presentation on a zone change for a residential triplex at Cedar St. and Commercial Ave., and review an incentive application. The meeting will also include updates from the Main Street Advisory Board and city staff.

• Continuing discussion on RFP for Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan
• Presentation on zone change at Cedar St. and Commercial Ave. for residential triplex
• Review and possible recommendation of an incentive application
• Main Street Advisory Board update on events and trainings
• City staff updates from Warren Unsicker

The Commission voted 4-0 to support zone change application ZC 22-11, which would rezone the northeast corner of S Commercial and E Cedar Streets from General Commercial to Planned Development for a three-unit residential project. The item will move forward to the City Council. The Commission also discussed a draft RFP for the Animas District/Health Care Hub Action Plan, with staff to redraft it based on comments, but took no formal action on it.

• Supported zone change ZC 22-11 for triplex at Cedar & Commercial (4-0)
• Approved February 15, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Discussed draft RFP for Animas/Health Care Hub Action Plan; no vote
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing two Special Use Permit requests for vertically integrated cannabis establishments. The agenda also includes an amendment to a behavioral health intergovernmental agreement and a presentation on electric utility costs.

• Special Use Permit SUP 22-07 for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and production at 220 Browning Parkway
• Special Use Permit SUP 22-06 for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and production at 7101 East Main Street
• First Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement for Behavioral Health Services involving San Juan County and medical centers
• Proposal to award joint pole use management software contract to Alden Systems, Inc.
• Resolution No. 2022-1840 designating April 2022 as 'Fair Housing Month'

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes roll call, approval of the February 17, 2022 minutes, a department report from Assistant Director Natalie Spruell, and time for commissioner and public comments. No new or unfinished business is listed, so the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of February 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Department report by Assistant PRCA Director Natalie Spruell
• No new business items listed
• Next meeting scheduled for April 21, 2022

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Commission approved the February 2022 minutes unanimously. The meeting was primarily informational, with the department reporting on various projects and updates, including the hiring of a Recreation Supervisor, the reopening of Lions Pool, and upcoming events. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The committee will review the police chief's report and the monthly internal affairs report. The agenda also includes a closed meeting for an internal affairs case review.

• Approval of January 18, 2022, meeting minutes
• Police Chief’s Report from Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs Case Review

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee met with a quorum of three members and approved the minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting. Police Chief Steve Hebbe provided updates on Officer Barreto's recovery, legislative session reforms, and department staffing and development programs. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 18, 2022 regular meeting (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Farmington Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on two special use permit requests for integrated cannabis facilities at 7101 E Main St and 220 Browning Parkway. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and other routine items. Staff recommends approval for both cannabis petitions, subject to conditions.

• SUP 22-06: Integrated cannabis facility at 7101 E Main St (New Mexico Alternative Health Care) - includes cultivation, manufacturing, retail; requires variance from religious institution distance requirement
• SUP 22-07: Integrated cannabis facility at 220 Browning Parkway (New Mexico Alternative Care) - vertically integrated cannabis establishment in industrial zone
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2022 P&Z meeting
• Recommendations to be considered by City Council on March 22, 2022

MPO Technical Committee

The committee is reviewing status updates for various transportation projects across Aztec, Bloomfield, Farmington, Kirtland, and San Juan County. Members will also hear a presentation regarding a proposed turn lane and bike lane on US Highway 550 for Mosaic Academy.

• Proposed 12-foot right turn deceleration lane and 5-foot bike lane on US Highway 550
• Update on Regional ITS Architecture by ConSysTec
• Review of Transportation Project Fund (TPF) applications
• Information on $7 million in Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grants
• Status updates for East Aztec Arterial Phase III and McWilliams Rd. projects

The committee approved the February 2022 minutes and received status updates on various transportation projects across the region. No formal votes were taken on project approvals or funding allocations; the meeting focused on information sharing and discussion of potential Transportation Project Fund (TPF) applications for the upcoming cycle.

• Approved minutes from February 9, 2022 meeting (unopposed)
• Discussed status of entity projects, including Aztec Arterial Phase III, East Blanco Bridge, Foothills Drive, and others
• Heard presentation on Regional ITS Architecture update from ConSysTec
• Discussed Mosaics Academy turn lane project and potential funding sources
• Noted TPF applications due to MPO staff by April 15, 2022
• Discussed potential TPF project submissions from various entities

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission reviewed a cost of service study for the Electric Utility, which includes proposals for bi-directional net metering and phased rate changes. The meeting also included financial reports for water and wastewater utilities and updates on infrastructure projects.

• Proposed electric rate study identifies a $97.8 million revenue requirement
• Proposal to remove the Solar Standby Rate Rider and introduce Bi-Directional Net Metering
• Phased residential rate changes proposed through FY2026
• Report of 323,000% increase in water/wastewater fee revenue due to reinstitution of late and disconnect fees
• Update on the Raw Waterline Rehab project with completed pipe installation

The Commission voted on two options for residential solar net-metering as part of the Electric System Rate Study. A motion to recommend Option 2 (monthly netting) failed 4-5, and a motion to recommend Option 1 (15-minute netting) failed 3-4 with two abstentions. No recommendation was made to City Council, and the rate study action item was moved to the next meeting for further public input.

• Moved Electric System Rate Study action item to next meeting (6-2)
• Motion to recommend Option 2 (monthly netting) failed (4-5)
• Motion to recommend Option 1 (15-minute netting) failed (3-4, 2 abstentions)
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2022 regular meeting (voice vote)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the agenda and prior minutes, both 5-0. Airport Manager Mike Lewis reported on the upcoming $8.5 million runway and taxiway construction bid, $295,000 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill funds, and a state subsidy increase for air service. No formal decisions were made on these items; discussion only.

• Approved March 8, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several high-value bids for the Bergin Substation rebuild and electric warehouse inventory. The agenda also includes a resolution to request state funding for paving San Juan Boulevard.

• Bid award for Bergin Substation civil work to CBKN Dirtworks, Inc. ($492,536)
• Bid award for Bergin Substation control building to Crown Technical Systems ($1,763,254.17)
• Bid award for electric warehouse inventory to Western United Electric Supply and Border States Electric Supply
• Resolution 2022-1838 requesting $977,900 for San Juan Boulevard pavement resurfacing
• Special Use Permit petition for AT&T wireless equipment at 5676 College Blvd

The Farmington City Council approved the consent agenda, including awarding two electric substation contracts totaling about $2.26 million, and approved a special use permit for AT&T wireless equipment. Council also directed staff to develop a City-operated hot air balloon festival and awarded a design contract for the All Abilities Park.

• Approved consent agenda including $492,536 bid to CBKN Dirtworks for Bergin Substation civil work (4-0)
• Approved $1,763,254.17 bid to Crown Technical Systems for Bergin Substation control building (4-0)
• Approved warehouse inventory bids to Western United Electric Supply ($67,711.59) and Border States Electric Supply ($7,100) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-1838 for Phase II of San Juan Boulevard resurfacing (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-1839 requesting time extension for North Dustin Avenue project (4-0)
• Approved special use permit SUP 22-02 for AT&T equipment collocation at 5676 College Boulevard (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop a City-operated hot air balloon festival (unanimous)
• Awarded design services for All Abilities Park to Morrow Reardon Wilkinson Miller, LTD. (unanimous)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes presentations on the 100% Community initiative and strategic planning, along with commissioner reports on outreach and education, and discussion of old and new business items.

• Presentation on 100% Community by Kathy Price
• Strategic planning presentation by Traci Neff
• Discussion of Community Resources List by Dale Leedy
• Approval of February 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Relations Commission approved the February 7, 2022 minutes. They heard a presentation on the 100% Community program, which aims to coordinate 10 core services to address community needs, and a preliminary strategic planning report recommending two community forums per year and a flowchart for decision-making. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved February 7, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board approved Petition ARB 22-05, granting a variance to waive the 300-foot distance requirement for a retail cannabis establishment at 3150 E Main St. Suite A20. The variance allows the property to be used for retail cannabis sales despite being within 300 feet of a school, religious institution, and another dispensary. The board found all seven criteria for a variance were met, and the motion passed unanimously 3-0.

• Approved variance ARB 22-05 for 3150 E Main St. Suite A20 to waive 300-foot cannabis distance requirement (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2022 regular meeting with noted correction (3-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission is reviewing a request to extend an existing cell tower at 5676 College Blvd from 65 to 85 feet. The meeting also includes a discussion on approving 'Sheila’s Way' as a private street name.

• Proposed extension of cell tower at 5676 College Blvd to accommodate AT&T equipment
• Request for annual $4,000 payment to the City for collocation
• Recommendation of 'Sheila’s Way' as a private street name for parcel R0050997
• Postponement of final plat approval for five-lot commercial subdivision at 4109 E. Main St.

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a Special Use Permit (SUP 22-02) allowing Gravity Pad Partners to place AT&T wireless equipment on an existing 85-foot cell tower at 5676 College Blvd. The commission also tabled final plat approval for a five-lot commercial subdivision (FP 22-03) until March 24, 2022, and re-elected Joyce Cardon as Chair and Clint Freeman as Vice Chair. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved SUP 22-02 for AT&T colocation on existing 85-foot tower (7-0)
• Tabled FP 22-03 final plat for 4109 E. Main St. until March 24, 2022 (7-0)
• Re-elected Joyce Cardon as Chair (7-0)
• Re-elected Clint Freeman as Vice Chair (7-0)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee will consider recommending approval of Amendment #2 to the FFY2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which modifies two projects: US-550 pavement rehabilitation and the Pinon Hills Blvd. Extension. The committee will also hold public hearings on the TIP amendment and on Amendment #2 to the FFY2021-2022 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), which moves $87,329.98 in unspent federal planning funds to 2022. Additionally, there will be a quarterly education presentation on Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Architecture and an information item on the 2023 Transportation Project Fund Call for Projects.

• US-550 pavement rehabilitation: $12.8 million for MP 161-164.9 (FY2022-2023) and $25 million for MP 164.9-168.3 (FY2027)
• Pinon Hills Blvd. Extension: consolidating two phases, adjusting funding based on HB2, total $35 million
• UPWP Amendment #2: carry-forward of $87,329.98 in FFY2021 federal planning funds to 2022
• Public hearings on TIP Amendment #2 and UPWP Amendment #2
• Quarterly education on ITS Architecture

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including awarding construction contracts for sidewalk, manhole, and transformer work, and approving resolutions to reduce the scope of the San Juan Boulevard pavement project and seek funding for a 30th Street resurfacing project. The council will also discuss a traffic calming policy and receive an update on the local real estate market.

• Award $1,013,578.35 bid to TRC Construction Inc. for 20th Street Sidewalks Phase III
• Award $338,985 bid to Mesa Global Mining Service for manhole and water valve adjustments
• Award $68,830 bid to Western United Electric Supply for padmount transformers
• Adopt Resolution 2022-1834 to reduce San Juan Blvd project termini to Butler to Sullivan Ave (LGTPF)
• Adopt Resolution 2022-1836 to seek $350,200 LGRF funds for 30th Street resurfacing

The City Council unanimously adopted a new Traffic Calming Policy for residential, local, and collector streets, replacing the 2003 Speed Hump Policy. The policy expands the range of physical and non-physical traffic calming measures and requires 100 percent resident concurrence for physical devices. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including several bids and resolutions, and confirmed appointments to the Public Utility Commission.

• Adopted the Traffic Calming Policy for residential, local, and collector streets, replacing the Speed Hump Policy.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the February 8, 2022 minutes.
• Declared surplus property and authorized disposal of worn-out vehicles and equipment.
• Awarded bid for Phase III of the 20th Street Sidewalks project to TRC Construction Inc. for $1,013,578.35.
• Awarded bid for manhole and water valve adjustment services to Mesa Global Mining Service for $338,985.
• Awarded bid for single-phase padmount transformers to Western United Electric Supply for $68,830.
• Adopted Resolutions 2022-1834 through 2022-1837 regarding road projects and a detox grant application.
• Confirmed appointments of Kyle Stowell and John Buffington to the Public Utility Commission.

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding a regular meeting with roll call, approval of minutes, and new business items. The commission will hear presentations from the Farmington Soccer Club and about the Open Meetings Act, followed by a department report and public comment.

• Farmington Soccer Club presentation by Doug Mortensen and Matt Cramer
• Open Meetings Act presentation by Andrea Jones
• Approval of January 20, 2021 PRCA Commission meeting minutes
• PRCA Director Shaña Reeves department report

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Commission heard a presentation from the Farmington Soccer Club and Four Corners League about a proposed new soccer complex, and recommended that PRCA Director Shaña Reeves discuss the concept with City Manager Rob Mayes. The commission also approved the January 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included an Open Meetings Act presentation and department updates.

• Approved the January 2022 meeting minutes as written, unanimously.
• Recommended that PRCA Director Shaña Reeves discuss the proposed soccer complex concept with City Manager Rob Mayes.

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Farmington Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will discuss and possibly act on Kansas State University's technical assistance for the Animas District/Healthcare Hub Development Plan, and continue refining the scope of work for that plan. The meeting also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and staff updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the KSU brownfields assistance discussion.

• Discussion/Possible Action on Kansas State University Technical Assistance to Brownfields for Animas District/Healthcare Hub Development Plan
• Continuing discussion on Scope of Work for Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan
• Main Street Advisory Board staff update on upcoming events and trainings
• City staff updates on downtown projects including Totah Theater and Wells Fargo building
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission discussed the scope of work for the Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan, hearing from Scott Nightingale of Kansas State University's Technical Assistance to Brownfields Program and Theodore Jojola of the University of New Mexico's Indigenous Design and Planning Institute about cultural and technical assistance. The Commission also discussed including cultural/historical aspects, financing strategies, and residential impacts in the RFP. A draft RFP is expected at the next meeting. The Commission approved the January 18, 2022 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved the January 18, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously 4-0.
• Discussed the scope of work for the Animas District/Health Care Hub Plan, including input from KSU and UNM consultants.
• Planning Manager Escobar and Economic Development Director Unsicker will bring a draft RFP to the next MRA meeting.
• Discussed a vacant building ordinance, with Planning Manager Escobar to get a status report from the City Attorney.
• Heard an update that the Wells Fargo Bank building is under contract by a local group.
• Heard that Tristan Hawkins will present his project at the March 15 MRA meeting.
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously 4-0.

City Council

The City Council will review a bid award for sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation and consider a resolution for the second revision to the FY2022 budget. The meeting also includes updates on the Gateway Park Master Plan and an estimate for a proposed miniature golf course.

• Awarding of $521,800 contract to Mesa Global Mining Services for sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2022-1833 for the second FY2022 budget revision
• Presentation of updated cost estimates for a proposed miniature golf course
• Direction to staff regarding the Gateway Park Master Plan
• Rejection of L&T Services LLC bid for sewer rehabilitation due to non-responsiveness

The City Council awarded the sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation bid to Mesa Global Mining Services for $521,800 and rejected L&T Services LLC's bid as non-responsive. They also passed Resolution No. 2022-1833, approving the second revision to the FY2022 budget and requesting state approval. The meeting included updates on the San Juan College Harvest Food Hub, Chamber of Commerce, economic development grants, Gateway Park master plan, and a proposed mini golf course, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Awarded bid for sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation to Mesa Global Mining Services (low bid $521,800 after preferences).
• Rejected L&T Services LLC's bid as non-responsive for not meeting specifications.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1833 approving the second revision to the FY2022 budget and requesting state approval.
• Consensus to cancel the March 15, 2022 City Council Work Session due to spring break.

MPO Technical Committee

The committee is reviewing a proposed amendment to upgrade US-550 pavement rehabilitation from minor to major work at an estimated cost of $25 million. Members will also consider recommending approval for moving $87,329.98 in unspent 2021 federal planning funds into the 2022 program.

• US-550 pavement rehabilitation upgrade (estimated $25 million)
• Transfer of $87,329.98 in FFY 2021 federal planning funds to FFY 2022
• Public hearing on FFY2022-2027 TIP Amendment #2
• Public hearing on FFY2022-2027 UPWP Amendment #2
• New Mexico Freight Plan Update

Public Utility Commission

The Farmington Board of Public Utility Commissioners received an information-only presentation on the Farmington Electric Utility System (FEUS) rate study, which proposed phased-in rate changes over FY2023–FY2026, including a higher monthly system infrastructure charge and elimination of the PCA. No formal action was taken on the rates. The board also heard quarterly financial reports for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, and received updates on water/wastewater and electric operations.

• Approved minutes of January 12, 2022 regular meeting (voice vote)
• Heard information-only FEUS rate study presentation; no rate changes adopted
• Noted City Council approved water/wastewater rate increase effective March 2022
• Received quarterly financial report for FY2022 Q2 ending December 31, 2021

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on a zone change from Industrial to General Commercial for 3.52 acres at 4615 Gila Street to allow a child day care facility. The council will also approve the name 'Sheila's Way' for a private street and award a $54,947.92 bid for a city Christmas tree. These items were previously recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission.

• Zone change from IND to GC for 3.52 acres at 4615 Gila Street for a day care facility
• Approval of street name 'Sheila's Way' for a private street off E Pinon Frontage Road
• Award of $54,947.92 bid to Christmas Designers for a city Christmas tree
• Approval of minutes from January 18 and January 25, 2022 meetings
• Approval of warrants up to February 5, 2022

The Farmington City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, a Christmas tree bid, and warrants payable. It also approved a zone change for a day care facility and a street name, and confirmed three commission appointments.

• Approved consent agenda including $54,947.92 Christmas tree bid to Christmas Designers (4-0)
• Approved warrants payable of $8,523,587.29 (4-0)
• Approved zone change for 3.52 acres at 4615 Gila Street from IND to GC (unanimous)
• Approved street name Sheila's Way (unanimous)
• Confirmed Michael Mead to Airport Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed Daphnie Cummins to Community Relations Commission (unanimous)
• Confirmed Richmond 'Scott' Brannen to Library Board (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive an operations report, and discuss the self-service fuel update. The commission will also introduce the annual review of rates, charges, and airport regulations. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Update on self-service fuel at Four Corners Regional Airport
• Introduction of annual review of rates and charges/airport regulations
• Operations report for February 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022 meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the agenda and prior minutes, both 6-0. No substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed operational updates, a possible self-service fuel station, and deferred the annual review of airport rates and minimum standards to the next meeting.

• Approved February 8, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Electrical Code Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Electrical Inspector’s three-month report and discuss city policies regarding reconnecting cut lines and services. The meeting also includes discussions on CT metering adjustments and procedures for meter gap tests.

• Review of Electrical Inspector’s 3-month report
• Review of City policies for reconnecting cut lines and services
• Discussion regarding New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division concerns
• Review of procedures for meter gap tests
• Review of sequence of operations for electric repairs

The Farmington Electrical Code Advisory Committee met on February 8, 2022, and approved the minutes from August 10, 2021, with a 5-0 vote. The committee tabled a discussion on concerns with the State of New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division because a key participant was absent. They also discussed CT metering adjustments and policies for reconnecting cut lines, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved August 10, 2021 ECAC minutes (5-0)
• Tabled discussion on State of New Mexico Manufactured Housing Division concerns

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, hold elections, and discuss outreach and education efforts. The agenda also includes reports on a community resources list and strategic planning for new commissioners. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of January 3, 2022 minutes
• Elections for commission positions
• Discussion of outreach and education, including commissioner reports
• Community Resources List update by Dale Leedy
• Strategic planning and new commissioner discussion

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board will continue a tabled discussion on a variance request from Joe & Stan LLC to reduce the front setback at 1021 Winter Park from 25 to 20 feet, and will hear a new request from Brad Gordon for a variance from the 300-foot distance requirement from a religious institution for a cannabis retail facility at 3000 20th St., Ste. D2. The board will also elect a chair and vice chair and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Variance ARB 21-79: reduce front setback from 25 to 20 feet at 1021 Winter Park (tabled from Jan. 6)
• Variance ARB 22-01: waive 300-foot distance from religious institution for cannabis retail at 3000 20th St., Ste. D2
• Annual election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of Jan. 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Administrative Review Board approved two variance requests unanimously (4-0). The first allowed a reduction of the front setback from 25 to 20 feet for a new home at 1021 Winter Park. The second waived the 300-foot distance requirement between a retail cannabis facility and a religious institution for a location at 3000 E. 20th St. Suite D2. Both approvals were subject to staff recommendations.

• Approved variance ARB 21-79 to reduce front setback from 25 to 20 feet at 1021 Winter Park (4-0)
• Approved variance ARB 22-01 to waive 300-foot distance from retail cannabis to religious institution at 3000 E. 20th St. Suite D2 (4-0)
• Retained James Dennis as Chair and Brian Erickson as Vice Chair for another year (4-0)
• Approved agenda and January 6, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 4-3 to recommend approval of a Special Use Permit for a cannabis production and cultivation facility. The recommendation excludes retail sales to address neighbor concerns regarding security and traffic.

• Petition SUP 21-82: Approval of manufacturing, production, and cultivation at 4300 Hannon Drive
• Zone Change ZC 21-83: Request to change 4615 Gila Street from Industrial to General Commercial
• Street name recommendation for private street accessing parcel R0050997
• Approval of January 13, 2022, meeting minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of Petition ZC 21-83, a zone change from IND: Industrial to GC: General Commercial for a child day care facility at 4615 Gila Street. The recommendation includes conditions such as obtaining building permits, a business registration, and showing archaeological protection measures on the site plan. The Commission also voted 5-0 to recommend naming a private street 'Sheila's Way' for parcel R0050997. Both recommendations will go to City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of zone change ZC 21-83 (IND to GC) for day care at 4615 Gila St (5-0)
• Recommended street name 'Sheila's Way' for private street accessing parcel R0050997 (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2022 meeting (5-0)

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington MPO Policy Committee will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of Resolution 2022-1 to adopt NMDOT's 2022 Safety Performance (PM 1) targets, including 421.9 fatalities and 1,030.5 serious injuries. The committee will also elect its Chair and Vice-Chair for the year. Other agenda items include reports from NMDOT and informational updates on the ITS Architecture, Local Road Safety Plan, and a potential Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update.

• Public hearing and action on Resolution 2022-1 adopting NMDOT's 2022 safety targets (e.g., 421.9 fatalities, 1,030.5 serious injuries)
• Annual election of Policy Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting
• Reports from NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5
• Information items: ITS Architecture update, Local Road Safety Plan, potential Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update

The Farmington Metropolitan Planning Organization Policy Committee approved Resolution 2022-1, adopting the state's safety performance targets for 2022. The committee also re-elected Sean Sharer as Chair and Jeanine Bingham-Kelly as Vice-Chair. NMDOT provided updates on upcoming maintenance projects and a rockfall sign request.

• Approved Resolution 2022-1 adopting state safety targets (unanimous)
• Re-elected Sean Sharer as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jeanine Bingham-Kelly as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on a special use permit for a cannabis production facility at 4300 Hannon Drive, a $1.7 million substation transformer purchase, and final approval of new water and wastewater rates. The council will also hear an update from Four Corners Economic Development.

• Special Use Permit SUP 21-82 for cannabis cultivation/manufacturing at 4300 Hannon Drive (approved 5-3 by Planning & Zoning Commission)
• Bid award of $1,703,133 to Western United Electric Supply for Animas Substation autotransformer
• Ordinance 2022-1334: new water and wastewater rates (final action)
• Ordinance 2022-1335: amendments to Unified Development Code and flood plain regulations (final action)
• Consent agenda: approval of January 11, 2022 minutes and warrants through January 22, 2022

The Farmington City Council denied a special use permit for a cannabis production, manufacturing, and cultivation facility at 4300 Hannon Drive, with a 2-1 vote. The denial was based on concerns about compatibility with the adjacent residential neighborhood. The council also approved two ordinances: one setting new water and wastewater rates and another amending the Unified Development Code and flood plain regulations.

• Denied SUP 21-82 for cannabis facility at 4300 Hannon Drive (2-1)
• Approved Consent Agenda including autotransformer bid and warrants (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-1334 for new water and wastewater rates (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-1335 amending UDC and flood plain regulations (3-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission is holding a regular meeting with a main item of nominating and voting on a new chair and co-chair, as requested by current Chair Leslie Thompson. The agenda also includes approval of the December 16, 2021 minutes, a department report from Director Shaña Reeves, and time for commissioner and public comments.

• Nomination and vote for new Chair and Co-Chair
• Approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Department report by PRCA Director Shaña Reeves

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs Commission approved the December 2021 minutes unanimously and elected Deb Cutler as Chair and George Golombowski as Co-Chair for a two-year term. The meeting included a department report on various projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Deb Cutler as Chair (vote not specified)
• Elected George Golombowski as Co-Chair (vote not specified)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will hold its regular meeting, with the main item being a discussion and follow-up to the City Council's January 11 action regarding the Animas/Hospital Hub District. The agenda also includes approval of the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes, staff updates, and business from the floor. The meeting is open for virtual participation via Zoom.

• Discussion/follow-up to Council action on January 11 regarding Animas/Hospital Hub District
• Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Staff update on Totah Theater renovations (approx. $500,000 total, including $190,000 for film/sound equipment)
• Update on New Mexico Main Street accreditation and capital outlay application for $10 million
• Next meeting scheduled for February 15, 2022

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee will hold a standard meeting to approve previous minutes and receive reports from Chief Steve Hebbe and Internal Affairs. The agenda includes a closed session to review an internal affairs case, followed by a public reconvening for a case determination if applicable. No specific policy changes, budget items, or new ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting
• Police Chief’s Report by Chief Steve Hebbe
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting for Internal Affairs Case Review
• Reconvene for Case Determination

City Council

The Farmington City Council will consider accepting the FY2021 audit and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and adopting Resolution No. 2022-1832 to approve it. The audit, performed by Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP, received an unmodified (clean) opinion. The council will also receive informational updates from the San Juan County Office of Emergency Management and the Farmington Police Department.

• Resolution No. 2022-1832 accepting FY2021 audit
• Audit performed by Pattillo, Brown & Hill, LLP with clean opinion
• Recognition of Jose Villarreal for service to Community Relations Commission
• Update from San Juan County Office of Emergency Management
• Update from Farmington Police Department

The Farmington City Council voted unanimously to accept the Fiscal Year 2021 audit, which received a clean opinion. The council also heard presentations from the San Juan County Office of Emergency Management and the Farmington Police Department, including an update on the officer shot in January. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-1832 accepting FY2021 audit (4-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will discuss and possibly act on a Special Use Permit request from Grady Williams for a commercial cannabis production and cultivation facility at 4300 Hannon Dr. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. The commission's recommendation may be considered by the City Council on January 25, 2022.

• Petition SUP 21-82: Special Use Permit for commercial cannabis production and cultivation at 4300 Hannon Dr.
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2021 P&Z meeting
• Virtual participation via Zoom available

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-3 to recommend approval of Special Use Permit SUP 21-82 for a commercial cannabis manufacturing, production, and cultivation facility at 4300 Hannon Drive, with conditions including a ban on retail sales at that location and a ten-year permit term. The recommendation will go to the City Council on January 25, 2022. The vote followed a public hearing where nearby residents expressed concerns about crime, odor, and property values.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (8-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP 21-82 for cannabis cultivation at 4300 Hannon Dr. (5-3)
• Added condition: no retail sales at this location while SUP is in effect
• Set SUP term at ten years

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will hold its annual election of officers and consider recommending approval of Policy Committee Resolution 2022-1, which adopts NMDOT's proposed 2022 safety performance targets (PM 1) for fatalities, serious injuries, and non-motorized incidents. The committee will also hear updates on regional transportation projects and discuss information items like the ITS Architecture update and a potential Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update.

• Annual election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Recommend approval of PC Resolution 2022-1 adopting NMDOT's 2022 safety targets (e.g., 421.9 fatalities, 1,030.5 serious injuries, 190.6 non-motorized fatalities/serious injuries)
• Public hearing on proposed PC Resolution 2022-1
• Project updates for roads like East Aztec Arterial Phase II, Foothills Drive Enhancement Phase II, and US 550 Pavement Rehab
• Discussion of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act airport planning

The Technical Committee recommended adoption of NMDOT's PM 1 Safety Targets for 2022 and approval of Policy Committee Resolution 2022-1, passing without opposition. Officers were elected: Nick Porell as Chair and Steven Saavedra as Vice Chair. Project status updates were provided, including a bid award for the Kirtland School Walk Path Extension. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended adoption of NMDOT PM 1 Safety Targets for 2022 and Policy Committee Resolution 2022-1 (unopposed)
• Re-elected Nick Porell as Technical Committee Chair (unopposed)
• Elected Steven Saavedra as Technical Committee Vice Chair (unopposed)
• Approved minutes from December 8, 2021 meeting (unopposed)

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will hold a regular meeting with reports on water, wastewater, and electric utilities, followed by a closed meeting to discuss the disposition of real property (San Juan Generating Station). The agenda includes routine reports and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Closed meeting to discuss disposition of San Juan Generating Station real property
• Water/Wastewater Report by Jeff Smaka
• Electric Utility Report by Hank Adair
• Approval of December 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Farmington Board of Public Utility Commissioners approved the December 8, 2021 meeting minutes with a correction, received reports on water/wastewater and electric utility operations, and voted unanimously to enter a closed meeting to discuss the disposition of the San Juan Generating Station. No formal decisions were made on substantive policy or contracts.

• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes with correction (voice vote)
• Entered closed meeting to discuss San Juan Generating Station disposition (8-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on consent agenda items including two cannabis special use permits, a zone change, and two utility contracts. They will also discuss new water/wastewater rates, a development plan for the Animas Area and Healthcare Hub, and a $10.1 million bond for golf course improvements. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss design services for an All Abilities Park and property acquisitions.

• Special Use Permit for vertically integrated cannabis facility at 1801 Bloomfield Highway
• Zone change from GC to SF-7 for 82,250 sq ft at 5701 East Main Street
• Special Use Permit for cannabis cultivation at 928 East Main Street
• Bid award to Western United Electric Supply for transformers ($428,370)
• Ordinance authorizing $10,100,000 in bonds for golf course improvements

The Farmington City Council approved a $10.1 million bond ordinance for golf course improvements, awarded multiple contracts, and approved a $80,890.49 recreational mitigation project at Lake Farmington. The council also approved several zoning and special use permits, including cannabis-related businesses, and directed staff to obtain cost estimates for a development plan for the Animas Area and Healthcare Hub districts.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-1333 authorizing $10.1M in bonds for golf course improvements (4-0)
• Approved $80,890.49 expenditure from 204 Fund for Lake Farmington recreational mitigation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $428,370 transformer bid to Western United Electric Supply and $57,780 hydro excavation bid to Riley Industrial Inc. (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for cannabis establishment at 1801 Bloomfield Highway (unanimous)
• Approved zone change for 82,250 sq ft at 5/Q1 East Main Street to SF-7 (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for cannabis cultivation at 928 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Directed staff to negotiate design services for All Abilities Park with Morrow Reardon Wilkinson Miller (unanimous)
• Directed staff to obtain cost and scope for Animas Area and Healthcare Hub development plan (consensus)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive an operations report, and hear a presentation from Atlantic Aviation on proposed self-serve fueling at Four Corners Regional Airport. The commission will also discuss the final budget review. The meeting is open for public comment.

• Presentation on self-serve fuel by Atlantic Aviation General Manager Steven Marruffo
• Final budget review discussion
• Operations report including runway 5-23 rehabilitation status
• Approval of December 14, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of Taos Air as potential air service option

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the January 11, 2022 agenda and the December 14, 2021 minutes, both by 4-0 votes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of operational reports and discussion, including an update on the Runway 5-23 taxiway relocation project and a $295,000 federal infrastructure grant for Four Corners Regional Airport.

• Approved January 11, 2022 agenda (4-0)
• Approved December 14, 2021 minutes (4-0)

Administrative Review Board

The Farmington Administrative Review Board will hold its regular meeting on January 6, 2022, to elect officers, discuss variance criteria, and decide on two variance petitions. One petition seeks to reduce a front setback from 25 to 20 feet, and the other requests a waiver of the 300-foot distance requirement from a religious institution for a cannabis retail facility. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Petition ARB 21-79: variance to reduce front setback from 25 to 20 feet for Joe & Stan LLC
• Petition ARB 21-80: variance to 300-foot distance from religious institution for cannabis retail facility
• Annual election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion on applying variance criteria in Section 8.12.4 of the Unified Development Code

The Farmington Administrative Review Board approved a variance waiving the 300-foot distance requirement between a retail cannabis establishment and a religious institution for 4339 E. Main St. (3-0). The board tabled a separate variance request for a front setback reduction at 1021 Winter Park until the next meeting to allow for a proposed home layout.

• Approved variance ARB 21-80 waiving 300-foot cannabis-to-church distance at 4339 E. Main St. (3-0)
• Tabled variance ARB 21-79 for 25-to-20-foot front setback reduction at 1021 Winter Park (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 7, 2021 meeting minutes with changes (3-0)

Animal Services Advisory Commission

The Farmington Animal Services Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes welcoming a new member, approving minutes from a previous meeting, and receiving reports from the Farmington Regional Animal Shelter and related organizations. No new or unfinished business is listed.

• Welcome new member Amber Hodge
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 6, 2021
• Shelter reports for October-December 2021 from Farmington Regional Animal Shelter
• Reports from Regional Animal Shelter Foundation Inc. and San Juan Animal League

The commission approved the July 6, 2021 meeting minutes with two minor corrections. They also received updates on shelter operations, including reduced hours and lower euthanasia numbers, and discussed volunteer driver recruitment. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved July 6, 2021 minutes with two minor corrections (unanimous)

Community Relations Commission

The Farmington Community Relations Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from December 6, 2021, and discuss outreach and education efforts, including commissioner reports and resources. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of December 6, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of resources available (Joanna)
• Discussion for further community participation

The Community Relations Commission met and approved the December 6, 2021 minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the main actions were assigning members to create a community resource list, following up on the Redcoats event, and noting Jose Villarreal's resignation. A new chairperson will be voted on at the February meeting.

• Approved December 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Assigned Dale Leedy, Sherrie Chenault, and Cheri Floyd to create a community resource list
• Sherrie Chenault to follow up with Chamber of Commerce on Redcoats participation
• Noted Jose Villarreal's resignation; new chairperson vote scheduled for February