Rio Rancho, NM

CANCELLED: Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

The Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were available, leading to the cancellation. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

Planning and Zoning Board- Canceled

The Planning and Zoning Board will review June 2026 activity reports and discuss several development applications. Items include a variance for a single‑family home, a postponed preschool site plan, a final plat for the High Range 5 Phase 2 subdivision, a carport setback variance, and two zoning interpretation requests. The board will vote on approvals or denials as recommended by staff.

• Variance request by Ismael Arreola for a single‑family home on Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lot 69 (staff recommends approval)
• Postponement request by LEBM2 LLC for a preschool site plan at Unit 20, Block 4, Lots 17‑20 (staff recommends postponement to July 28)
• Final Plat approval request by LGI Homes NM, LLC for High Range 5, Phase 2 subdivision (staff recommends approval)
• Variance denial recommendation for JoAnn Valdez carport encroachment at 4700 Snowy Owl Road NE
• Zoning interpretation request for 20 split‑zoned lots in Vista Montebella Oeste subdivision

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will consider several zoning amendments and site plan approvals. The agenda also includes a proposal to acquire water rights and a contract for the Springer Drive Reconstruction Project.

• Zoning change from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-1 Retail Commercial at Unit 10, Block 33, Lot 98-A
• Adoption of the Rancho Alegria Master Plan
• Zoning change from M-1 Industrial/R-1 Single-Family to R-3 Mixed-Residential for Unit 8, Block 53
• Zoning change from C-1 Retail Commercial to C-2 Wholesale and Warehousing at Unit 10, Block A, Lot 6
• Site plan amendment for Sagebrush Church expansion at 7555 Enchanted Hills Blvd. NE

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a request to amend the zone map for a specific property. The applicant seeks to change the zoning from Neighborhood Commercial to Special Use to allow for an indoor soccer facility.

• Zone Map Amendment: NC: Neighborhood Commercial to SU: Special Use for an Indoor Soccer Facility (Unit 16, Block BB, Lots 17A, 18A, and 20A through 24A)

Governing Body Work Session

The Governing Body will receive several economic development reports. This includes an update from the Economic Development Manager and activity reports from regional business groups.

• Economic Development Overview
• Update from Alberto Solis, Economic Development Manager
• Sandoval Economic Alliance Activity Update and Report
• Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce Informational Overview

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Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will consider several ordinances including a $18,000,000 general obligation bond series. The meeting also includes discussions on multiple rezoning requests and the adoption of the Rancho Alegria Master Plan.

• $18,000,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2026
• Adoption of the Rancho Alegria Master Plan
• Rezoning Unit 10, Block 33, Lot 98-A from R-1 to C-1
• Rezoning Unit 8, Block 53 and various lots from M-1 and R-1 to R-3
• Amendment of Loma Colorado, Tract P-1C-A zoning to include restaurants and bars

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land use items including master plans, zone map amendments, and variances. Proposed actions include a Pulte Homes master plan and rezoning, multiple residential lot variances, and a site plan for a Maverik gas station.

• Rancho Alegria Master Plan by Pulte Homes
• Zone Map Amendment to rezone properties from M-1 and R-1 to R-3
• Variance for single-family home development at Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lot 49
• Variance for rear setback encroachment at 7175 Wrangell Loop NE
• Zone Map Amendment for property at 801 Loma Colorado Blvd NE

The Board approved a master plan and rezoning for Pulte Homes, multiple residential variances, and a site plan for a Maverik gas station. One variance request was postponed until July 14, 2026.

• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Rancho Alegria Master Plan (4-0)
• Approved rezoning to R-3: Mixed Residential for Pulte Homes (4-0)
• Approved variance for single-family home at Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lot 49 (4-0)
• Approved variance for single-family home at Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lot 48 (4-0)
• Approved rear setback variance at 7175 Wrangell Loop NE (4-0)
• Approved rezoning to C-2: Wholesale and Warehousing Commercial for Unit 10, Block A, Lot 6 (4-0)
• Approved zone map amendment for Loma Colorado (4-0)

Investment Advisory Board- Canceled Lack of Quorum

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget and the 2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda includes several resolutions for budget adjustments, property disposal, and the adoption of the annual balanced budget.

• Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Public Hearing for Fiscal Years 2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
• Resolution R40 adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Balanced Budget
• Resolution R41 adopting the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) for 2027-2031
• Award of Barbara Loop Reconstruction Project to Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc.

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2027 balanced budget, the 2027-2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan, and a Community Development Block Grant action plan. Additionally, the council awarded a road reconstruction project to Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Withdrew site plan for restaurant at The Village, Tract E5 (6-0)
• Approved Fiscal Year 2027 Balanced Budget (6-0)
• Approved FY 2027-2031 Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan (6-0)
• Approved CDBG Fourth Annual Action Plan for 2026-2027 (6-0)
• Awarded Barbara Loop Reconstruction project to Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc. (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board- Canceled Lack of Quorum

The scheduled May 26, 2026, meeting for the Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board was canceled because a quorum was not reached. The agenda included several items regarding master plans, zone map amendments, and variances.

• Rancho Alegria Master Plan by Pulte Homes
• Zone Map Amendment to rezone properties from M-1 and R-1 to R-3 for Pulte Homes
• Variance for single-family home development at 704 Northern Blvd NE
• Variance for single-family home development at Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lot 48
• Variance for rear setback encroachment at 7175 Wrangell Loop NE

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The City of Rio Rancho Governing Body will meet to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. Key items include the adoption of the Orchard Park Master Plan, a fire protection fund budget adjustment, and property disposal for Library and Information Services.

• Resolution R22: Budget adjustment to the Fire Protection Fund (250)
• Resolution R23: Disposal of property for the Library and Information Services Department
• Resolution R24: Adoption of the Orchard Park Master Plan reflecting 278 units
• Ordinance O5: Amendment to Chapter 36 Finance and Revenue

The City Council approved a $13.6 million contract for Fire Station 8 and several budget resolutions. However, the proposed Orchard Park Master Plan was denied.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved R22: Budget adjustment to Fire Protection Fund (6-0)
• Approved R23: Disposal of property for Library and Information Services (6-0)
• Denied R24: Orchard Park Master Plan (2-4)
• Approved O5: Amendment to Chapter 36 regarding procurement exemptions (6-0)
• Approved R25: Amendment to Permanent Fund Investment Policy Statement (6-0)
• Approved R26: $1.5M budget adjustment to Utilities Operations Fund (6-0)
• Approved D10: $13,666,323.97 contract for Fire Station 8 construction (6-0)

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Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold public hearings on the FY 2027 budget and the 2027‑2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. Council members will vote on Resolution R33, R34, and R35 to adjust budgets for law enforcement, the General Fund, and State Appropriations. The agenda includes Ordinance O6, which authorizes the issuance and sale of $18,000,000 in tax‑exempt general obligation bonds. A site‑plan approval for a bank at the Commerce Center (Block B, Lot 1A) will also be considered.

• Resolution R33 – budget adjustment to the Law Enforcement Retention Fund
• Resolution R34 – budget adjustment to the General Fund
• Resolution R35 – budget adjustment to the State Appropriations Fund
• Ordinance O6 – authorizes $18,000,000 tax‑exempt bond issuance
• Site plan approval (D11) for a bank at Commerce Center, Block B, Lot 1A

The City Council approved an ordinance to issue up to $18 million in General Obligation bonds for road, public safety, and quality of life improvements. Additionally, the council approved a site plan for a bank at Enchanted Hills and appointed Karissa Culbreath as Deputy Mayor.

• Approved April 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment to Law Enforcement Retention Fund (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment to General Fund (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment to State Appropriations Fund (4-0)
• Approved site plan for a bank at Commerce Center Commercial at Enchanted Hills (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance O6 authorizing $18,000,000 in General Obligation bonds (5-0)
• Appointed Karissa Culbreath as Deputy Mayor (5-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will review several requests including variances, zone map amendments, and a new bank site plan. Some items, such as the Rancho Alegria Master Plan, have been requested for postponement to a future meeting.

• Variance request for 3203 Baxter St SE (withdrawn by Richmond American Homes)
• Postponement of Rancho Alegria Master Plan and Zone Map Amendment (Pulte Homes)
• Variance request for a 400 square foot gazebo at 6409 Nacelle Rd NE
• Variance request for an above ground electric utility connection at Unit 16, Block 15, Lot 61
• Site plan approval for a bank at 4551 Safelite Blvd NE (Sandia Area Federal Credit Union)

The Board approved several property variances and the April meeting minutes. Two items regarding a Pulte Homes master plan and rezoning were postponed until May 26, 2026.

• Approved April 14 and April 28 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Withdrew Richmond American Homes variance for 3203 Baxter St SE (5-0)
• Postponed Pulte Homes Rancho Alegria Master Plan to May 26, 2026 (5-0)
• Postponed Pulte Homes Zone Map Amendment to May 26, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Hakim Djaballah gazebo variance at 6409 Nacelle Rd NE (5-0)
• Approved Alfonzo Salazar electric utility connection variance (5-0)

Governing Body Special Work Session

The Governing Body will conduct a work session to review the recommended Fiscal Year 2027 budget. Discussion includes a response to the Mayor's comments and a line item review of the budget. The session also covers the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan for FY 27-31.

• FY 27 Recommended Budget line item review
• Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan FY 27-31

The Governing Body conducted a line-item review of the proposed FY 27 budget and the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan. Discussion included employee compensation adjustments, animal center expansions, and economic development funding. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Reviewed recommended FY 27 Budget and Capital Program
• Discussed proposed 5.0% employee compensation adjustment
• Reviewed Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) FY 27-31

Mayoral Swearing in Ceremony

The City of Rio Rancho will conduct a mayoral swearing-in ceremony on April 30, 2026. The event is scheduled for 5:30 PM in the Governing Body Chambers.

• Mayoral Swearing-in Ceremony

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a variance request from Albert Prada regarding a rear setback encroachment. The request seeks to allow an existing 320 square foot gazebo to remain on the property.

• Variance for 5.5 ft rear setback encroachment at 6317 Bald Eagle Place NE (Mountain Hawk 28 Phase 1, Block 14, Lot 18)

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a variance to allow a 5.5 ft encroachment into the rear setback for an existing 320 square foot gazebo. The board also approved the Consent Calendar.

• Approved Consent Calendar (3-0)
• Approved variance for 6317 Bald Eagle Place NE (4-0)

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The City of Rio Rancho Governing Body will conduct a regular meeting including the selection of a Deputy Mayor. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding budget adjustments and the disposal of city property.

• Selection of Deputy Mayor
• Resolution R27: Budget adjustment to the Federal Grants Fund (252)
• Resolution R28: Budget adjustment to the General Fund (101)
• Resolution R29: Disposal of fleet vehicles, equipment, furniture, and traffic control devices
• Resolution R31: Annual schedule of Governing Body meetings

The City Council approved several resolutions including budget adjustments and an annual meeting schedule. They also authorized the write-off of $650,614.00 in uncollectible accounts from various city services.

• Approved April 9, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Approved budget adjustment to Federal Grants Fund (6-0)
• Approved budget adjustment to General Fund (6-0)
• Approved disposal of fleet vehicles, equipment, and furniture (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 36 Finance and Revenue (6-0)
• Approved annual schedule of governing body meetings (6-0)
• Maintained Jeremy Leniente as Deputy Mayor (6-0)
• Approved $650,614.00 write-off of uncollectible accounts (5-1)

Public Infrastructure Advisory Board- CANCELLED LACK OF QUORUM

Governing Body Work Session

The Governing Body will review the Municipal Court FY27 budget request and a budget overview from the City Manager. The session also includes an update regarding roads.

• Municipal Court FY27 Budget Request
• City Manager FY27 Budget Overview
• Roads Update

The City Manager presented a structurally balanced FY27 budget proposal including a 5.0 percent compensation adjustment for employees. Public Works provided an update on the status of various road projects and maintenance pipelines.

• Presented FY27 budget overview with $452.3 million in total sources and uses
• Proposed 5.0 percent compensation adjustment for all employee groups starting July 13, 2026
• Proposed 5.0 percent increase in health insurance premiums
• Proposed twenty-one new positions funded by the General Fund

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting- CANCELLED

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board will review several land-use applications that are currently proposals rather than final decisions. Items include preliminary plats for two residential subdivisions, a conditional use permit for a boarding kennel, a variance to reduce a minimum lot width requirement, and an appeal of a zoning decision regarding a winegrower license. Staff recommends approval with conditions on most applications.

• Preliminary plat for Tampico Subdivision creating 118 R-4 single-family lots on 26.1689 acres
• Preliminary plat extension for Broadmoor Hill Subdivision by Las Ventanas NM, Inc.
• Conditional use permit for a boarding kennel at Arrowhead Ridge, Tract 12A
• Variance request to reduce minimum lot width from 60 feet to 50.02 feet at 529 9th Ave NE
• Appeal of City Manager’s ruling that a Winegrower License is not permitted at 3546 Red Canyon Dr NE

The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board approved four land-use requests during its April 14 meeting, including a preliminary plat for an 118-lot single-family subdivision and a variance to reduce minimum lot width requirements. The board also extended a plat timeline for the Broadmoor Hill Subdivision, authorized a boarding kennel permit at Arrowhead Ridge, Tract 12A, and approved an appeal regarding Winegrower License use at 3546 Red Canyon Dr NE. These decisions directly affect local housing supply, property development standards, and permitted uses in Rio Rancho.

• Approved preliminary plat for Tampico Subdivision creating 118 single-family lots on 26.1689 acres (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat extension for Broadmoor Hill Subdivision (vote recorded as 4 FOR, 9 AGAINST and 1 RECUSAL)
• Approved conditional use permit for a boarding kennel at Arrowhead Ridge, Tract 12A (5-0)
• Approved variance to reduce minimum lot width from 60 feet to allow development on a 50.02-foot lot at 529 9th Ave NE (4-0)
• Approved appeal regarding Winegrower License use for property at 3546 Red Canyon Dr NE (4-0)

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The City of Rio Rancho Governing Body will meet to consider several resolutions, site plan approvals, and contract awards. Items include equipment disposal, a budget adjustment for the Library Fund, and a restaurant liquor license application.

• Liquor License: Fuego Enterprises LLC, DBA Laguna Burger at 2401 NM HWY 528 SE, Suite 2A
• Site Plan Approval: Encore Multi-Family Subdivision (Unit 13, Block 46, Tract A)
• Contract Award: Young Guns Construction for the Public Safety Complex Proposal 2026
• Contract Award: Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc.
• Contract Award: Pump Tech, LLC DBA Alpha Southwest

The City Council approved a restaurant liquor license for Laguna Burger and a multi-family subdivision site plan. Additionally, the council authorized contracts for police equipment storage, library parking lot repairs, and water well rehabilitation.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Approved Restaurant A liquor license for Fuego Enterprises LLC, DBA Laguna Burger (6-0)
• Approved site plan for Encore Multi-Family Subdivision (6-0)
• Awarded contract to Young Guns Construction for police storage building (4-0; 2 recused)
• Awarded contract to Albuquerque Asphalt, Inc. for library and park parking repairs (6-0)
• Awarded $1,174,496.94 contract to Pump Tech, LLC DBA Alpha Southwest for well rehabilitation (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will consider several land use items including preliminary plat extensions, subdivision variances, and a new residential subdivision. Items include requests regarding the High Range 5 project, Green Summit Landscape Management wall encroachment, and the Northern Exposure subdivision.

• Preliminary Plat Extension for High Range 5 by LGI Homes New Mexico, LLC
• Variance request for a CMU block wall encroachment at Corrales South (CS), Block I, Lot 7
• Subdivision Variance for a dead-end street stub on Avalanche Drive NW in Northern Exposure Subdivision
• Subdivision Variance for a dead-end street stub on Arctic Avenue NW in Northern Exposure Subdivision
• Preliminary Plat for the Northern Exposure subdivision creating 72 single-family residential lots

The Board approved a preliminary plat extension for High Range 5 and multiple items for the Northern Exposure subdivision. A variance request for a block wall encroachment at Corrales South Block I, Lot 7.26 was also approved.

• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved High Range 5 Preliminary Plat extension (5-0)
• Approved Green Summit Landscape Management wall encroachment variance (3-2)
• Approved Avalanche Drive NW dead-end street stub variance (5-0)
• Approved Arctic Avenue NW dead-end street stub variance (5-0)
• Approved Northern Exposure subdivision preliminary plat (5-0)

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Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a bond issuance for water and wastewater system improvements. The agenda also includes discussions on property disposal, master plan adoption, and various zoning and site plan applications.

• Ordinance to authorize water and wastewater system improvement revenue bonds up to $63,420,000
• Resolution to adopt the Vista Alegria Master Plan
• Ordinance regarding zoning classification changes for Rio Rancho Estates Unit 8
• Site plan approval for RV storage at Rio West Business Park, Block A, Lot 5A1A
• Small Brewer Off-Site applications for Turtle Mountain Brewing Company LLC

The City Council approved the Vista Alegria Master Plan and several zoning amendments. Additionally, the council authorized an ordinance for water and wastewater system improvement bonds.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Approved Turtle Mountain Brewing Company LLC small brewer application at 905 36th Place SE (6-0)
• Approved Turtle Mountain Brewing Company LLC limited beer wholesaler license at 7835 Enchanted Hills Blvd. NE (6-0)
• Approved RV storage site plan for Rio West Business Park (6-0)
• Approved Vista Alegria Master Plan (4-2)
• Approved zoning amendments for Rio Rancho Estates Unit 8 (4-2)
• Approved ordinance for water and wastewater system improvement and refunding revenue bonds (6-0)

Investment Advisory Board

The Board will review the performance of the Permanent Fund and the Core and Liquidity Portfolios for December 2025. Members will also discuss revisions to the Permanent Fund Investment Policy Statement and recommended uses for the 2026 Permanent Fund Distribution.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of Permanent Fund Performance
• Review of Core and Liquidity Portfolios Performance
• Permanent Fund Investment Policy Statement Revision
• Recommended uses of the 2026 Permanent Fund Distribution

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider the Orchard Park Master Plan and a residential side setback variance. Several items related to the Northern Exposure subdivision have been postponed at the applicant's request.

• Orchard Park Master Plan proposed by AMREP Southwest, Inc.
• Side setback variance for a 300 square foot shed at Corrales North 3, Block 24, Lot 26
• Postponement of subdivision variance for Grand Street NW in Northern Exposure subdivision
• Postponement of subdivision variance for Arctic Avenue NW in Northern Exposure subdivision
• Postponement of preliminary plat for 72 single-family residential lots in Northern Exposure subdivision

The Board approved the Orchard Park Master Plan and a side setback variance for a proposed shed. Three items regarding the Northern Exposure subdivision were postponed until March 24, 2026.

• Approved February 24, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Orchard Park Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved R-1 side setback variance for a 300 square foot shed at Corrales North 3, Block 24, Lot 26 (5-1)
• Postponed Grand Street NW dead-end street stub to March 24, 2026 (6-0)
• Postponed Arctic Avenue NW dead-end street stub to March 24, 2026 (6-0)
• Postponed Northern Exposure preliminary plat to March 24, 2026 (6-0)

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including the Cielo Bonito Master Plan. The agenda also includes a budget adjustment for recreation funds and a zoning amendment for single-family residential use.

• Resolution adopting the Cielo Bonito Master Plan
• Ordinance amending zoning from Transitional Zoning and R-3 Mixed Residential to R-4 Single-Family Residential
• Ordinance amending the Official Zone Map for a Corridor Overlay Zone on Rainbow Boulevard
• Resolution authorizing budget adjustments to the Recreation Activities Fund (206) and Recreation Development Fund (310)
• Resolution approving the Public Works Department's application for the NMDOT FY 2026/2027 Local Government Road Fund

The City Council approved the Cielo Bonito Master Plan and a zoning change for 47.44 acres. They also approved a Corridor Overlay Zone to establish enhanced setbacks along Rainbow Boulevard.

• Approved February 12, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved R13: NMDOT LGRF Cooperative Program application (6-0)
• Approved R14: Budget adjustment for Recreation Activities and Development funds (6-0)
• Approved D1: Appointment of Dorothy Onikute-Thompson to the Ethics Panel (6-0)
• Approved R15: Cielo Bonito Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved O2: Rezoning 47.44 acres from TZ and R-3 to R-4 (6-0)
• Approved O3: Corridor Overlay Zone for Rainbow Boulevard setbacks (6-0)