Rio Rancho, NM

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board will consider requests for subdivision plat approvals and two property variances. The meeting includes a proposal to change a property's zoning classification to allow warehousing and light manufacturing.

• Preliminary Plat Extension for Lomas Encantadas 1A, Phase 1 Subdivision (27 residential lots)
• Preliminary/Final Plat for University of New Mexico to dedicate road right-of-way and reconfigure lots
• Variance request for a metal gazebo at 1421 Penasco Rd NE
• Variance request for a shed setback at 4360 Pumice Drive NE
• Zone Map Amendment for Corrales North Unit 1, Tract C-2C to allow Warehousing and Light Manufacturing

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will review ordinances to change zoning classifications for two separate property areas. The meeting also includes several budget adjustments and property disposal resolutions.

• O12: Zoning change from Transitional Zoning to R-2 Single-Family Residential for Unit 25, Block A and Block B
• O13: Zoning change to Special Use District for Lomas Encantadas Tract 5 and Tract 17-A to allow multi-family residential and retail commercial uses
• R78, R80, R81: Budget adjustments for EMS Fund, State Appropriations Capital Fund, and Federal Grants Fund
• R77 and R79: Disposal of property for the Police Department and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department
• R82: Approval of the 2027 holiday schedule for city employees

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will discuss and decide on two ordinances to change zoning classifications for specific properties. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding budget adjustments and property disposal.

• O12: Zoning change from Transitional Zoning to R-2 Single-Family Residential for Unit 25, Block A
• O13: Zoning change to Special Use District for Lomas Encantadas Tract 5 and Tract 17-A to allow multi-family residential and retail commercial uses
• R78, R80, R81: Budget adjustments for EMS Fund, State Appropriations Capital Fund, and Federal Grants Fund
• R77 and R79: Disposal of property for the Police Department and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department
• R82: Approval of the 2027 Holiday Schedule for City Employees

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider several land use requests, including a zone map amendment for retail and light manufacturing. The board will also review plat approvals for residential and university properties and two setback variances.

• Zone Map Amendment for Corrales North Unit 1, Tract C-2C to allow C-1 Retail Commercial, Warehousing, and Light Manufacturing
• Preliminary Plat Extension for Lomas Encantadas 1A, Phase 1 Subdivision (27 single-family lots)
• Preliminary/Final Plat for University of New Mexico to reconfigure three lots into five
• Variance request for a metal gazebo at 1421 Penasco Rd NE
• Variance request for a shed setback at 4360 Pumice Drive NE

Governing Body Joint Work Session with Public Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Governing Body and the Public Infrastructure Advisory Board will hold a joint work session. The meeting is scheduled to discuss an overview of water and sewer operations.

• Overview of Water and Sewer Operations

Governing Body Joint Work Session with Public Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Governing Body and the Public Infrastructure Advisory Board will hold a joint work session. The meeting is scheduled to focus on an overview of water and sewer operations.

• Overview of Water and Sewer Operations

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will consider two zone map amendments, including one for a city operational annex facility. The board will also review 16 separate variance requests from Arroyos, LLC for above-ground electric utility connections.

• Zone Map Amendment for 1.7895 acres to Special Use for multi-family residential and retail commercial (PG Properties, LLC)
• Zone Map Amendment for 5.4722 acres to Special Use for streets, right-of-way, and an operational annex facility (City of Rio Rancho)
• 16 variance requests for above-ground electric utility connections (Arroyos, LLC)
• Variance request for a partially opaque wall along Idalia Rd (City of Rio Rancho)

The Board approved zone map amendments for a multi-family and retail project and a city operational annex facility. It also approved a variance for a partially opaque wall along Idalia Rd. Sixteen separate variance requests for above-ground electric utility connections were denied.

• Approved Zone Map Amendment for PG Properties, LLC to Special Use for R-6 Multi-Family and C-1 Retail (4-1)
• Approved Zone Map Amendment for City of Rio Rancho for Streets, Right-of-Way, and Operational Annex Facility (6-0)
• Approved Variance for City of Rio Rancho for partially opaque wall along Idalia Rd (6-0)
• Denied 16 Variance requests by Arroyos, LLC for above-ground electric utility connections (all 3-3)
• Approved August 25 and September 22, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will consider several resolutions to adjust budgets for the General Fund, Infrastructure Fund, and facility improvements. The meeting includes decisions on contract awards for construction and professional services, as well as a final decision on a winery application.

• R71 and R72: Budget adjustments for Police and Fire roof replacements
• D62: Final decision on Vita Brevis Winery application BLA-21062
• D63: Contract award to Young Guns Construction
• D64: Contract award to HDR, Inc.
• D65 and D66: Contract awards to H.O. Construction, Inc. and New Mexico Underground, Inc.

The Rio Rancho Governing Body approved a contract with Young Guns Construction for the Esther Bone Memorial Library renovation. The council also passed a consent calendar that included budget adjustments for police and fire roof replacements, infrastructure, and the disposal of library property. A final decision was made on a winegrowers application for Vita Brevis Winery.

• Approved consent calendar including budget adjustments and property disposal (6-0)
• Approved contract award to Young Guns Construction for library renovation (6-0)
• Approved final decision on Vita Brevis Winery application (BLA-21062)
• Authorized budget adjustment for Police Roof Replacement
• Authorized budget adjustment for Fire Roof Replacement
• Authorized disposal of property for Library and Information Services

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will review a request to rezone 1.7895 acres for multi-family residential and retail uses. The board will also consider 16 variance requests for electric utility connections and a city-led rezoning for an operational annex facility.

• Zone Map Amendment for 1.7895 acres to Special Use for R-6 Multi-Family Residential and C-1 Retail Commercial (PG Properties, LLC)
• 16 Variance requests for above ground electric utility connections (Arroyos, LLC)
• Zone Map Amendment for 5.4722 acres from R-1 to Special Use for Streets, Right-of-Way, and an Operational Annex Facility (City of Rio Rancho)
• Variance request for nonresidential buffer wall requirements along Idalia Rd (City of Rio Rancho)

Governing Body Joint Work Session with Public Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Governing Body and the Public Infrastructure Advisory Board will hold a joint work session. The meeting is scheduled to feature a discussion regarding water and sewer operations.

• Overview of Water and Sewer Operations

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body meets October 8, 2026 to consider budget adjustments across several city funds, a final decision on the Vita Brevis winery application, and advice and consent on four construction contracts. It will also hear 2026 G.O. Bond Question presentations from Central New Mexico Community College and UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center. Several items are listed only by title, with no dollar amounts or details in the agenda text.

• R69-R75: budget adjustments to the 2024 G.O. Bond Fund (334), City Facility Improvement Fund (313) for police and fire roof replacement, Infrastructure Fund (305), General Fund (101), and State Appropriations Capital Fund (315)
• D62: final decision on Winegrowers Application BLA-21062 for Vita Brevis LLC, DBA Vita Brevis Winery
• D63-D66: advice and consent to award contracts to Young Guns Construction, HDR Inc., H.O. Construction Inc., and New Mexico Underground Inc.
• R70: resolution authorizing disposal of property for the Library and Information Services Department
• 2026 G.O. Bond Question presentations from Central New Mexico Community College and UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center

Governing Body Special Work Session

The Rio Rancho Governing Body holds a special work session on September 24, 2026, to discuss the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Update, the 2026-2027 Planning Calendar, and the 2026-2027 City Manager Goals and Priorities. The agenda lists only discussion items; no votes or public hearings are scheduled. Public comment will not be taken at this work session. The meeting is set for 3:30 p.m. in Council Chambers and will also be streamed online.

• 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Update
• 2026-2027 Planning Calendar
• 2026-2027 City Manager Goals and Priorities
• No public comment will be taken at the work session

The Governing Body received an update on the implementation of the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. Staff requested guidance on whether 70 objectives that have not yet begun progress remain high priorities.

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body meets September 24, 2026 to consider appointments to city committees, a final decision on the Maverik gas station site plan, and a resolution amending the Paseo Gateway Master Plan. Councilors will also vote on three liquor license applications, including two transfers for Walgreen's stores and a winegrower license for Vita Brevis LLC. The agenda includes public hearings, consent calendar items, and time for public comment.

• D58: Final decision on Maverik Gas Station Site Plan
• R68: Resolution amending the Paseo Gateway Master Plan
• D59: Transfer of Dispenser Liquor License RET-000049 for Walgreen Co. at 2101 Northern Blvd., NE
• D60: Transfer of Dispenser Liquor License RET-000058 for Walgreen Co. at 1941 Southern Blvd., SE
• D61: Winegrower Liquor License for Vita Brevis LLC at 3546 Red Canyon Dr. NE

The Governing Body approved an amendment to the Paseo Gateway Master Plan to expand boundaries and update land use and zoning. The council also approved a liquor license transfer for Walgreens and several committee appointments.

• Approved amendment to Paseo Gateway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for Walgreens at 2101 Northern Blvd., NE (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Darryl Manning to Keep Rio Rancho Beautiful Committee (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Joseph Deimos to Public Infrastructure Advisory Board (6-0)
• Approved final decision on Maverik Gas Station Site Plan (6-0)
• Approved September 10, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and deliberations on several land-use requests, including two zone map amendments, three variances, a subdivision variance, and a preliminary plat. Staff recommendations range from approval to denial. The board will also hear public comments on these items.

• Zone Map Amendment for 14.41 acres from TZ to R-2 (Unit 25, Block A) — staff recommends approval
• Zone Map Amendment for 1.7895 acres from C-1/PR to SU for R-6 and C-1 (Lomas Encantadas) — staff recommends approval
• Variance for 9-foot rear setback encroachment for detached garage at 603 Gral Trevino Drive SE — staff recommends denial
• Variance to 300-foot daycare distance restriction for retail cannabis establishment (Industrial Park East, Block C, Lot 3C) — staff recommends denial
• Preliminary Plat for Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision creating 12 lots and two tracts — staff recommends approval

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a preliminary plat and street jog variance for the Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision. The board also approved a zoning amendment for 14.41 acres and a distance restriction variance for a cannabis establishment, while denying a rear setback variance for a detached garage.

• Approved Subdivision Variance for 90-foot street jog at Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision (7-0)
• Denied rear setback variance for detached garage at 603 Gral Trevino Drive SE (1-6)
• Approved distance restriction variance for retail cannabis establishment at Industrial Park East (6-1)
• Approved Zone Map Amendment for 14.41 acres from TZ to R-2 (7-0)
• Postponed Zone Map Amendment for 1.7895 acres to October 13, 2026 (7-0)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings and deliberations on several land-use items, including subdivision variances, a preliminary plat, and two zone map amendments. Staff recommendations range from approval to denial, and the board will make recommendations to the Governing Body on the zone changes.

• Subdivision Variance for 90-foot street jog (required 125 feet) in Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision; staff recommends approval.
• Preliminary Plat for Melon Ridge Townhome Subdivision creating 12 lots and two tracts on R-3 zoned land; staff recommends approval.
• Variance for 9-foot rear setback encroachment for detached garage at 603 Gral Trevino Drive SE; staff recommends denial.
• Variance to 300-foot daycare distance restriction for proposed retail cannabis establishment in Industrial Park East; staff recommends denial.
• Zone Map Amendment for 14.41 acres from TZ to R-2 (Arroyos, LLC) and another for 1.7895 acres to SU for R-6 and C-1 uses (PG Properties, LLC); staff recommends approval.

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and decisions on several items, including a final decision on the Maverik Gas Station site plan, amendments to the Paseo Gateway Master Plan, and multiple liquor license transfers. The agenda also includes appointments to city boards and routine consent calendar items.

• Final decision on Maverik Gas Station site plan
• Resolution amending the Paseo Gateway Master Plan
• Transfer of dispenser liquor license for Walgreen's at 2101 Northern Blvd. NE
• Transfer of dispenser liquor license for Walgreen's at 1941 Southern Blvd. SE
• New winegrower liquor license for Vita Brevis LLC at 3546 Red Canyon Dr. NE

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold its regular meeting, including public hearings, ordinance readings, and discussion items. The most consequential item is a postponed site plan approval for a Maverik gas station on property described as Unit 17, Block 131, Lots 36-40, which was previously discussed in June 2026. The agenda also includes several resolutions authorizing disposal of property by various city departments and an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Board.

• Site plan approval for a Maverik gas station on Unit 17, Block 131, Lots 36-40 (postponed from June 25, 2026)
• R65: Resolution authorizing disposal of property (Police Department)
• R66: Resolution authorizing disposal of property (Library and Information Services Department)
• R67: Resolution authorizing disposal of property (Financial Services Department)
• D55: Appointment of Holly Barela to the Planning and Zoning Board

The Governing Body denied a site plan for a proposed Maverik gas station on NM528 after a 1-5 vote. The council also approved a consent calendar that included property disposal resolutions and the appointment of Holly Barela to the Planning and Zoning Board.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0)
• Appointed Holly Barela to Planning and Zoning Board (6-0)
• Denied site plan for Maverik gas station (1-5)

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Governing Body will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider resolutions for property disposal across three departments. The agenda also includes a site plan approval for a Maverik gas station and an appointment to the Planning and Zoning Board.

• Resolution R65: Disposal of property for the Police Department
• Resolution R66: Disposal of property for the Library and Information Services Department
• Resolution R67: Disposal of property for the Financial Services Department
• D55: Appointment of Holly Barela to the Planning and Zoning Board
• D23: Site plan approval for a Maverik gas station (Unit 17, Block 131, Lots 36-40)

Governing Body Special Work Session

The Governing Body will hold a special work session to discuss the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan Update. The session also includes discussions regarding the 2026-2027 Planning Calendar and the City Manager's goals and priorities for the 2026-2027 period.

• 2023 - 2028 Strategic Plan Update
• 2026-2027 Planning Calendar
• 2026 - 2027 City Manager Goals and Priorities

Governing Body Regular Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold public hearings and consider several items, including a site plan for a 32-lot townhome subdivision at La Plazuela Tract 2A, two contracts for well work and one for Axon, and final decisions on two lot-width variances. The agenda also includes routine consent items like budget adjustments and fleet disposal.

• Site plan approval for 32-lot townhome subdivision at La Plazuela, Tract 2A
• Final decisions on variances allowing 50-foot lot widths (instead of 60) for two R-1 lots in Rio Rancho Estates Unit 11, Block V, Lots 48 and 49
• Advice and consent to award contracts to Pump Tech, LLC DBA Alpha Southwest for Well 7 and Well 15
• Advice and consent to award a contract to Axon
• Budget adjustments to General Fund (101) and Public Safety Miscellaneous Revenue/Donations Fund (246)

The Governing Body approved a site plan for a 32-lot townhome subdivision at 7200 Hapsburg Road NE, along with two contracts for well rehabilitation and an Axon public safety technology agreement. All votes were 6-0. The consent calendar, including budget adjustments and two lot-width variances, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved D52 site plan for 32-lot townhome subdivision at 7200 Hapsburg Road NE (6-0)
• Approved D53 contracts to Pump Tech, LLC for Well 7 and Well 15 rehabilitation (6-0)
• Approved D54 contract to Axon consolidating public safety technology programs (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including budget adjustments, fleet disposal, and two lot-width variances (6-0)

Public Infrastructure Advisory Board

The Public Infrastructure Advisory Board will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes, select a chair and vice-chair, and establish its meeting calendar for 2026 and 2027. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of proposed 2026 and 2027 meeting calendars

Investment Advisory Board

The Investment Advisory Board will meet to review and provide input on the performance of the city's Permanent Fund and Core and Liquidity Portfolios, based on the June 2026 RIO Total Portfolio report. The agenda also includes approval of the February 18, 2026 minutes and standard procedural items.

• Review and input on Permanent Fund performance (June 2026 report)
• Review and input on Core and Liquidity Portfolios performance (June 2026 report)
• Approval of February 18, 2026 minutes

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board will hold public hearings on three land-use requests: a variance for an above-ground electric utility connection at 3300 Sue Cir SE, a conditional use permit for automotive sales at 912 36th Pl SE, and a master plan amendment to the Paseo Gateway Master Plan. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair. Staff recommends approval for all three items, with the master plan amendment also requiring Governing Body approval.

• Variance for above-ground electric utility connection at 3300 Sue Cir SE (applicant Alfonzo Salazar)
• Conditional use permit for automotive sales at 912 36th Pl SE (All Around Autos LLC)
• Variance for single-family home on substandard 50-foot R-1 lot (applicant Jonathan Quintana)
• Master Plan Amendment to Paseo Gateway Master Plan (AMREP Southwest)
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Board approved a series of variance requests, a conditional use permit for automotive sales, and a master plan amendment. Additionally, the Board held elections for its Chair and Vice-Chair positions.

• Approved August 11, 2026 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Elected Scottie Richardson as Board Chair (7-0)
• Elected Robert Gabaldon as Board Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Approved utility variance for Unit 16, Block 36, Lot 24 (7-0)
• Approved automotive sales permit for 912 36th Pl SE (7-0)
• Approved lot width variance for Unit 12, Block AA, Lot 20 (7-0)
• Approved Paseo Gateway Master Plan amendment (7-0)

Governing Body Special Meeting

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold a special meeting to appoint a voting delegate and alternate for the 2026 New Mexico Municipal League Annual Conference. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as proclamations, public forum, and consent calendar, but no substantive decisions are listed beyond the delegate appointment.

• Appointment of voting delegate and alternate for 2026 New Mexico Municipal League Annual Conference

The Governing Body held a special meeting and approved a recommendation to designate Councilor Bob Tyler as the voting delegate and Mayor Paul Wymer as the alternate voting delegate for the 2026 NM Municipal League Annual Conference. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0, with no opposition. No other substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved Councilor Tyler as voting delegate and Mayor Wymer as alternate for NMML conference (5-0)

Governing Body Work Session

The Rio Rancho Governing Body will hold a work session to discuss two items: a review of the 2026 municipal officer election and a traffic safety update. No public comment will be taken, and no formal decisions are scheduled.

• 2026 Municipal Officer Election Review
• Traffic Safety Update

The Governing Body held a work session to review the 2026 Municipal Officer Election and receive a traffic safety update. No formal legislative actions or votes were taken during this session, as it was designated for discussion purposes only.

• Reviewed 2026 Municipal Officer Election report and budget variance
• Discussed potential future charter amendments regarding runoff elections
• Received update on automated license plate readers and speed enforcement
• Reviewed traffic enforcement operation results and crash data

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting