Lea County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding compliance with federal abortion laws. The body is also deciding on several road improvement projects and the 2023 salaries for elected officials.

• Appropriation of $10,000,000.00 for College Lane improvement and reconstruction with the City of Hobbs
• Proposed Ordinance No. 99 requiring compliance with federal abortion laws
• Agreement with City of Lovington and task order with Constructors, Inc. for Avenue K improvements
• Bids for Landfill Roadway Drainage, Sanger Landfill Road Intersection Re-Design, and Wyoming Avenue Project
• Approval of elected officials' salaries effective January 1, 2023

The Board approved a $10 million agreement with the City of Hobbs for road improvements and adopted an ordinance requiring compliance with federal abortion laws. The commission also approved several road bids, budget adjustments, and a grant modification for drug trafficking enforcement.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 99 requiring compliance with federal abortion laws (5-0)
• Approved $10,000,000 for College Lane improvement and reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-DEC-272R for HIDTA Region VI grant modification (5-0)
• Approved agreement with City of Lovington for Avenue K improvements (5-0)
• Approved task order with Constructors, Inc. for Avenue K improvements (5-0)
• Awarded bids for Landfill Roadway Drainage, Sanger Landfill Road Intersection, and Wyoming Avenue Project (5-0)
• Approved salaries for elected officials effective January 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustments No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

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The Board of County Commissioners convened as the Lea County Canvassing Board to certify the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election. The board approved Resolution No. 22-NOV-261R following public comments.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-NOV-261R certifying the November 8, 2022 General Election canvass (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

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The Board approved budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and awarded professional engineering and surveying service contracts to multiple vendors. The Commission also approved several alley and street vacations and authorized out-of-state travel for emergency personnel.

• Approved Budget Adjustments No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (4-0)
• Awarded Professional Engineering Services Proposal No. 04 to multiple vendors (4-0)
• Awarded Professional Surveying Services Proposal No. 05 to multiple vendors (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved publication of notice to adopt an ordinance for County Right-of-Way rules (4-0)
• Approved vacation of dedicated alley in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Block 3 (4-0)
• Approved vacation of dedicated alley and street in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Blocks 12 and 21 (4-0)
• Approved vacation of dedicated alley in Camino Del Norte Subdivision, Block 12 (4-0)
• Authorized travel to Dallas/Fort Worth for four firefighter/emergency personnel (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

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The Board approved contracts for the 2023 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo and authorized the publication of a notice to adopt an ordinance regarding federal abortion laws. Additionally, the board appointed three freeholders committees to evaluate the vacation of various alleys and streets.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates for Calendar Year 2023 (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Fair and Rodeo amusement contract to Wright’s Outdoor Amusement Company (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Fair and Rodeo stock contractor contract to Pete Carr, Carr Pro Rodeo, Ltd. (5-0)
• Authorized out-of-state travel to Las Vegas for two Fair and Rodeo Board members (5-0)
• Approved publication of notice to adopt ordinance requiring compliance with federal abortion laws (5-0)
• Appointed Freeholders Committee for alley vacation in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Block 3 (5-0)
• Appointed Freeholders Committees for alley/street vacations in Payton Addition (Blocks 12, 21) and Camino Del Norte Subdivision (Block 12) (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several discretionary funding appropriations for the cities of Lovington and Hobbs. The body will also consider contracts for the 2023 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo and multiple road construction task orders.

• Appropriations including $250,000 for spay and neuter programs in Hobbs and $250,000 for spay and neuter programs in Lovington
• Appropriations of $190,000 for a Lovington fire pump truck and $100,000 for Lovington athletic field improvements
• Task orders with Constructors Inc. for roadways in Anthony Road, Horizon Estates, Howry, Oak Grove, Wiggins, and Chavez Lovington Addition No. 2
• Contracts for 2023 Fair and Rodeo services including Epicenter Productions, LLC and Linda Brown and Associates
• Proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 86 regarding the use of County Right-Of-Way

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions appropriating discretionary funds to the cities of Lovington and Hobbs for athletic field improvements, a fire pump truck, animal adoption center operations, ADA street improvements, and spay/neuter programs. The board also renewed contracts for the 2023 Lea County Fair and Rodeo, approved road construction task orders, and adopted employment agreements for the county manager, assistant county manager, and county attorney. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $100,000 to City of Lovington for athletic field improvements (5-0)
• Approved $190,000 to City of Lovington for a fire pump truck (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 to City of Hobbs for Hobbs Animal Adoption Center (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 to City of Lovington for ADA street and pedestrian improvements (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 to City of Hobbs and $250,000 to City of Lovington for spay/neuter programs (5-0 each)
• Approved multiple task orders with Constructors Inc. for road construction in several subdivisions (5-0 each)
• Approved employment agreements for County Manager, Assistant County Manager, and County Attorney (5-0 each)
• Approved 2023 Fair and Rodeo contracts for sound, lighting, entertainment, announcer, and other services (5-0 each)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for a fire truck and the removal of a public menace building in Tatum. The body will also discuss the Event Center Master Plan and various travel authorizations for officials. Personnel matters and real property acquisitions are scheduled for executive session.

• Resolution 22-OCT-208R: $209,946 appropriation to the Town of Tatum for a Small Brush Fire Truck
• Resolution 22-OCT-215R: Finding building at 38 West US Highway 380, Tatum to be a Menace to the Public
• Resolution 22-OCT-214R: Awarding RFP #01 2022-2023 for as-needed uniforms for Lea County Sheriff’s Office
• Discussion of the Lea County Event Center Master Plan
• Discussion of the implementation of the Caselle Government Accounting System

The board approved a $209,946 appropriation from District 1 discretionary funds to the Town of Tatum for a small brush fire truck. Commissioners also approved the retirement of Sheriff's Office K-9 Rico, awarded a uniform contract, and declared a building in Tatum a public menace requiring removal. Several travel resolutions for upcoming conferences were passed unanimously.

• Approved $209,946 appropriation to Town of Tatum for small brush fire truck (5-0)
• Approved retirement of Sheriff's Office K-9 Rico (5-0)
• Awarded RFP #01 for as-needed uniforms for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Declared building at 38 West US Highway 380, Tatum a public menace and ordered removal (5-0)
• Approved in-state travel for newly elected commissioner to Albuquerque conference (5-0)
• Approved in-state travel to Santa Fe for legislative conference and Evening with Lea County (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel to Washington D.C. for NACo conference (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions, including a land exchange agreement and out-of-state travel for emergency and communication officials. The body will also discuss public art, community engagement, and the Event Center Master Plan.

• Resolution No. 22-SEP-204R: Agreement for land exchange between Lea County and Hobbs Country Club
• Resolution No. 22-SEP-205R: Out-of-state travel to San Antonio, Texas (Oct 10-13, 2022) for equipment training
• Resolution No. 22-SEP-206R: Fiscal Year 2022-2023 1st Quarter payment for Safety Net Care Pool Fund
• Resolution No. 22-SEP-203R: Meeting dates for Calendar Year 2023
• Executive session regarding employment agreements and litigation involving the Lea County Detention Center

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved a land exchange agreement with Hobbs Country Club, authorized out-of-state travel for emergency management training, and certified the first-quarter payment for the Safety Net Care Pool Fund. The board also set its 2023 meeting calendar and approved the prior meeting's minutes. Several discussion items were presented but no votes were taken on them.

• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-202R: September 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-203R: 2023 meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-204R: Land exchange agreement with Hobbs Country Club (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-205R: Out-of-state travel to San Antonio for emergency management training (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-206R: FY2022-2023 1st quarter Safety Net Care Pool Fund payment (3-1-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding airport infrastructure and property tax rates. The meeting includes decisions on grant agreements, construction bids, and budget adjustments for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

• Resolution 22-SEP-194R: Imposing 2022 State of New Mexico Property Tax Rates
• Runway 3 Extension and Instrument Landing System Improvements Project grant agreements and construction bid for Constructors Inc
• Task Order with Molzen Corbin for construction observation and testing
• Resolution 22-SEP-199R: Purchase of one 2022 one-ton pickup from Permian GM
• Resolution 22-SEP-200R: Budget Adjustments No. 01 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The board approved a series of resolutions to extend Runway 3 and improve the instrument landing system at Lea County Airport, including a grant agreement with the New Mexico Department of Transportation, a grant agreement with the FAA, a task order for construction observation with Molzen Corbin, and awarding the construction bid to Constructors Inc. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one commissioner absent. The board also approved appointments to the Fair & Rodeo Board, property tax rates, budget adjustments, a new pickup truck for facilities, and the 2023 employee calendar.

• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-192R approving August 18 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-193R confirming appointments to Lea County Fair & Rodeo Board, replacing Trey Kerby with Clay Tom Cooper (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-194R ordering county assessor to impose 2022 state property tax rates (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-195R authorizing grant agreement with NMDOT Aviation for Runway 3 extension and instrument landing system improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-196R ratifying FAA grant agreement for same project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-197R authorizing task order with Molzen Corbin for construction observation and testing (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-198R awarding bid to Constructors Inc. for Runway 3 extension and instrument landing system improvements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-SEP-199R awarding bid for one new 2022 one-ton pickup to Permian GM for facilities department (4-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several discretionary funding requests for schools, air service, and parks. The body is also considering the Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan for 2024–2028 and various road and airport agreements.

• Appropriations for Hobbs Municipal Schools special needs facilities ($125,000 from District 3 and $125,000 from District 4)
• Appropriations for City of Hobbs commercial air service subsidy ($300,000) and Charlie Brown Park improvements ($75,000)
• Appropriation for City of Eunice fire apparatus purchase ($85,000)
• Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP) for Fiscal Year 2024–2028
• FAA grant applications for Runway 3 extension and ILS improvements at Lea County Regional Airport

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved multiple discretionary funding resolutions, including $300,000 from District 4 to the City of Hobbs for commercial air service subsidy, $125,000 each from Districts 3 and 4 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for special needs facilities, $75,000 for Charlie Brown Park improvements, and $85,000 to the City of Eunice for a fire apparatus. The board also approved road construction and maintenance contracts, airport improvement grants, and a memorandum of understanding for a justice assistance grant. A discussion on internet services was tabled pending location details for proposed towers.

• Approved $300,000 appropriation from District 4 to City of Hobbs for commercial air service subsidy (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 from District 3 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for special needs facilities (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 from District 4 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for special needs facilities (5-0)
• Approved $75,000 from District 4 to City of Hobbs for Charlie Brown Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $85,000 from District 5 to City of Eunice for fire apparatus purchase (5-0)
• Approved annual road construction and maintenance bid to Constructor’s Incorporated (4-1)
• Approved entertainment booking agent RFP to TSE Entertainment (3-2)
• Approved variance request for minimum lot size in Lovelady-Woodfin Subdivision (4-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the final budget for Fiscal Year 2022–2023 and approve the final quarter financial report for the previous year. The body will also review several professional service agreements and property removals. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition in Northern Lea County.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Final Budget
• Designating buildings at 2003 East Linda Lane and 4003 East Marland Lane in Hobbs as public menaces requiring removal
• Agreement with Dekker, Perich, Sabatini for the Lea County Event Center Master Plan
• Agreement with Superior Security Services, LLC for the 2022 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo
• Appointment of a Freeholders Committee to evaluate vacation of alleys and streets in Humble City, Unit 1

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved the FY 2022-2023 final budget and multiple related resolutions, including contracts for fair security, event center planning, and county services. They also approved several travel authorizations and declared two Hobbs properties as public menaces. A proposal for an entertainment booking agent was postponed.

• Approved FY 2022-2023 final budget (5-0)
• Approved security services agreement for 2022 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo (5-0)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Dekker, Perich, Sabatini for Event Center master plan (5-0)
• Approved multiple services and environmental agreements with county municipalities (5-0)
• Approved insurance coverages and premiums for Lea County (5-0)
• Declared 2003 East Linda Lane, Hobbs a public menace (4-1)
• Declared 4003 East Marland Lane, Hobbs a public menace (5-0)
• Postponed entertainment booking agent RFP award to Linda Brown & Associates (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Lea County Canvassing Board. The body will consider a resolution to certify the canvass of the June 7, 2022 Primary Election.

• Resolution No. 22-JUN-146R certifying the June 7, 2022 Primary Election canvass

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting and approved Resolution No. 22-JUN-146R, certifying the canvass of the June 7, 2022 Primary Election. The motion passed unanimously with four yes votes; Commissioner Sena was absent. No other business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-JUN-146R certifying the June 7, 2022 Primary Election canvass (4-0, Sena absent)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding county infrastructure, including airport and roadway projects. The body is also considering an extension of the emergency declaration for fire conditions and the appointment of a committee to evaluate an alley vacation in the Monument Subdivision.

• Extension of emergency declaration due to fire conditions (Resolution No. 22-JUN-141R)
• Task order with Bixby Electric for generator and UPS project at Lea County Regional Airport
• Engineering and surveying task orders with The Ross Group and John West Engineering for Teague Switch Roadway
• Software as a Service agreement with Tyler Technologies for records management
• Appointment of a Freeholders Committee for alley vacation in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision

The Lea County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all 13 action items on the agenda, including resolutions for fair entertainment, airport infrastructure, road engineering, software, emergency declaration, and per diem rates. The board also discussed private roadways and held an executive session for the county manager's evaluation.

• Approved May 26, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved fair and rodeo entertainment artists and fees (5-0)
• Approved Bixby Electric task order for airport generator/UPS (5-0)
• Approved easement to Southwest Public Service for Knowles Fire Station No. 2 (5-0)
• Approved Ross Group engineering task order for Teague Switch Roadway (5-0)
• Approved John West Engineering surveying task order for Teague Switch Roadway (4-0, Eidson abstained)
• Approved Tyler Technologies records management software agreement (5-0)
• Extended fire emergency declaration (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the preliminary budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The meeting includes decisions on several million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funding and various county service contracts.

• Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
• Increase of American Rescue Plan Act funding to $8,224,216.00 for Lea County Detention Center improvements
• Allocation of $5,554,647.00 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for Teague Switch Roadway Improvement Project
• $200,000.00 appropriation from District 2 Discretionary Funding to the City of Lovington
• Adoption of procedures for accepting payments via credit card, debit card, or electronic means

The Lea County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $200,000 appropriation from District 2 discretionary funds to the City of Lovington for public safety vehicles and engineering/professional services. The board also approved the preliminary FY2022-2023 budget, increased ARPA funding for the detention center, allocated ARPA funds to a roadway project, and approved several other resolutions including jail health services and a command trailer.

• Approved $200,000 appropriation to Lovington for public safety vehicles (5-0)
• Adopted preliminary budget for FY2022-2023 (5-0)
• Increased ARPA allocation for detention center improvements from $6,902,257 to $8,224,216 (5-0)
• Allocated $5,554,647 in ARPA funds to Teague Switch Roadway Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved HIDTA Region VI Drug Task Force grant agreement (5-0)
• Approved jail health services RFP award (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for training administrator to 2022 NENA Conference (5-0)
• Approved SNMEDD/COG membership for FY2022-2023 (4-0-1 abstention)

DWI Advisory Council

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Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a fire emergency declaration and a preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2022–2023. The body is also deciding on contracts for legal services and detention center upgrades.

• Resolution No. 22-MAY-112R declaring an emergency due to fire conditions
• Resolution No. 22-MAY-115R awarding detention center COVID-19 mitigation upgrades to Lasco
• Resolution No. 22-MAY-109R regarding commercial air service/airline subsidy agreement with the City of Hobbs
• Resolution No. 22-MAY-106R approving the Equipment Recording Fee in the County Clerk’s Department
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Preliminary Budget

The Lea County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including a resolution to subsidize commercial air service at the Lea County Regional Airport for FY 2022-2023. They also approved several other resolutions, including a fire emergency declaration, a jail health services evaluation travel authorization, and a contract award for detention center COVID-19 upgrades. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the legal services resolution.

• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-104R approving April 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-105R appointing Chair Jackson as delegate and Commissioner Sena as alternate for NACo conference (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-106R approving equipment recording fee in Clerk's Department (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-107R approving nonprohibitive license tax (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-108R approving special detail terms for Sheriff's deputies (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-109R approving commercial air service subsidy agreement with City of Hobbs (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-110R authorizing travel for jail health services evaluation committee (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-MAY-111R awarding legal services for congressional districting (4-0-1, Sena abstained)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects, board appointments, and contract awards. The meeting includes discussions on the upcoming fiscal year budget, county financial reports, and local fire activity.

• Right-of-way permit for Windstream Communications to install a 140 foot monopole on Alabama Street
• Task order with Constructors Inc. to widen and overlay 3.0 miles of Battle Axe Road
• Renewal of surface treatment agreements with Constructors, Inc and J&H Services
• Block length variance request in the Torres Subdivision
• Funding for NMSU Extension Office, Lea Soil & Water Conservation District, and USDA APHIS-WS

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions, including denying a right-of-way permit to Windstream Communications for a 140-foot monopole on Alabama Street, approving a road widening and overlay project on Battle Axe Road, renewing surface treatment agreements, and approving various appointments and funding. All votes were 4-0 with Commissioner Sims absent, except for one abstention on the sick and indigent care contract. The board also discussed fires, cleanup days, and the budget, and held an executive session.

• Approved Resolution 22-APR-092R approving April 14, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-093R confirming appointments to Lea County Improvement Corporation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-094R confirming appointments to Lea County Valuation Protests Board (4-0)
• Denied right-of-way permit to Windstream Communications for 140-foot monopole on Alabama Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-096R for widening and overlay on Battle Axe Road, 3.0 miles from Orla intersection (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-097R renewing surface treatment agreements with Constructors, Inc. (Region 1) and J&H Services (Regions 2 & 3) (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-098R denying vacation of alleys in Humble City Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-100R awarding RFP for sick and indigent care (4-0, Sena abstained)

Solid Waste Authority

The Lea County Solid Waste Authority is meeting to review financial reports and the proposed budget for 2022/2023. The body will also discuss updates regarding the landfill and the design plans for Cell 6.

• Approval of the Proposed 2022/2023 Financial Budget
• Approval of the Landfill Financial Report
• Update on the plans for Cell 6 Design
• Landfill update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for municipal improvements and the appointment of a public records custodian. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 budget and legislative redistricting.

• Resolution 22-APR-088R: $200,000 appropriation from District 5 Discretionary Funding to the City of Jal for Municipal Infrastructure Improvements
• Resolution 22-APR-089R: Appointing Monica Russell as a Custodian of Public Records
• Resolution 22-APR-090R: Approving a Health and Fitness Incentive Program at the Lea County Sheriff’s Office
• Resolution 22-APR-091R: Appointing a Freeholders Committee to evaluate the vacation of alleys and streets in Humble City
• Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Budget

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved all resolutions on the agenda, including a $200,000 appropriation from District 5 discretionary funds to the City of Jal for infrastructure improvements. The board also approved out-of-state travel for Chair Jackson, appointed a public records custodian, and established a health and fitness incentive program at the Sheriff's Office. A discussion on legislative redistricting was postponed because the presenter could not attend.

• Approved Resolution 22-APR-086R approving March 31, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-087R authorizing out-of-state travel for Chair Jackson to Stop 30x30 Summit in Lincoln, Nebraska (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-088R appropriating $200,000 from District 5 discretionary funding to City of Jal for infrastructure improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-089R appointing Monica Russell as Custodian of Public Records (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-090R approving Health and Fitness Incentive Program at Lea County Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-APR-091R appointing Freeholders Committee to evaluate vacation of alleys/streets in Humble City (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2022-2023 budget and a county economic analysis. The body is deciding on several infrastructure agreements, personnel changes, and discretionary funding appropriations.

• Appropriations of $165,000 for Regional Education Cooperative VII and $125,000 total for Hobbs Municipal Schools kitchen upgrades
• Agreement with City of Lovington for Commercial Street improvements and a task order to widen South Commercial Street
• Agreement with City of Hobbs to provide municipal water to the Lea County Regional Airport
• Authorization of three additional full-time positions and salary adjustments for certain departments
• Budget Adjustments No. 05 for Fiscal Year 2021-2022

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved multiple resolutions, including discretionary funding for education projects, road improvements, salary adjustments, and new positions. All votes passed, with some abstentions on District 3 and 4 funding items. The board also discussed the FY 2022-2023 budget and held an executive session.

• Approved $165,000 to Regional Education Cooperative VII for facility project (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved $35,000 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for central kitchen upgrade (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved $90,000 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for central kitchen upgrade (4-0-1 abstention)
• Approved road agreement with City of Lovington for Commercial Street improvements (5-0)
• Approved task order with Constructor's Inc. to widen/overlay South Commercial Street (5-0)
• Approved salary adjustments for certain county departments (5-0)
• Authorized 3 additional full-time positions (5-0)
• Approved promotions of Monica Russell and Jim Kemp (4-1)

Solid Waste Authority

The Lea County Solid Waste Authority meeting has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that there is no agenda available and directs readers to review the minutes.

• No agenda items listed

The Lea County Solid Waste Authority approved the December 2021 meeting minutes, the Landfill Financial Report, and the Waste Management Lease Agreement with no changes. The proposed 2022/2023 financial budget was discussed but not approved, with further review needed before a vote at the next meeting. The board also reviewed draft plans for Cell 6 construction and agreed to proposed changes, including combining roadway work with the cell bid.

• Approved December 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Landfill Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Waste Management Lease Agreement as-is (unanimous)
• Deferred 2022/2023 budget approval to next meeting
• Agreed to Cell 6 plan changes including combined roadway bid

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed ordinances regulating cannabis, noise control, nuisances, and dangerous buildings. The body is also discussing the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 budget and various infrastructure projects.

• Public hearings for Ordinances No. 95 (Nuisances), 96 (Noise Control), 97 (Dangerous Buildings), and 98 (Cannabis)
• Resolution 22-MAR-061R: Agreement with NCA Architects P.A. for Maljamar Fire Station No. 2 design
• Resolution 22-MAR-062R: Task order with Square Root Services, LLC for Wyoming Street reconstruction (1.1 miles)
• Resolution 22-MAR-060R: Proposal to lift the hiring freeze for remaining FY 2021-2022 positions
• Resolution 22-MAR-054R: Participation in litigation opposing New Mexico Congressional Districts

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Lea County Canvassing Board. The body will consider resolutions to certify the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election results for the City of Hobbs and the City of Lovington.

• Resolution No. 22- MAR-050R: Certifying the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election for the City of Hobbs
• Resolution No. 22- MAR-051R: Certifying the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election for the City of Lovington

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including funding for a city park and updates to county ordinances. The body will also discuss the county's five-year strategic plan and the 2022-2023 budget.

• Appropriation of $110,000 from District 4 funding to the City of Hobbs for Charlie Brown Park
• Proposed ordinances governing nuisances, nighttime noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis establishments
• Funding award of $30,036 for DWI grants and safety funds via the NM Department of Transportation
• Contracts for Lea County Regional Airport landscaping, roofing, and lighting replacement
• Proposed widening and overlay of Stanolind Road

The Lea County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $110,000 appropriation from District 4 discretionary funds for Charlie Brown Park improvements in Hobbs, and a resolution opposing the 2021 adopted New Mexico congressional districts. They also approved several resolutions related to airport projects, road work, and ordinance updates. The board entered executive session to discuss litigation and real property disposal, then adjourned.

• Approved $110,000 appropriation for Charlie Brown Park (5-0)
• Approved resolution opposing 2021 NM congressional districts (5-0)
• Approved amendment to precincts and polling places for 2022-2023 elections (5-0)
• Approved $30,036 DWI grant agreement with NMDOT (5-0)
• Approved MOU amendment for commercial air service subsidy at Lea County Regional Airport (5-0)
• Approved publication of notices for nuisance, noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis ordinances (5-0)
• Approved task orders for airport landscaping, roof replacement, and Stanolind Road widening (5-0)
• Approved award of traffic striping bid to San Bar Construction (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and consider the FY 2022-2023 budget timeline. The body will also review several proposed ordinances regarding nuisances, noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis establishments.

• Bid award for Knowles No. 2 Fire Station to Anissa Construction
• Variance request for South 40 Subdivision at 14th Street and Marland Street
• Agreements for 2022 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo with Matt Tarr, Wright’s Amusement, Reita Creek Scoreboards, Ryan Killingsworth, and Charro on the Road
• CES Agreement with IPR for slurry/micro seal on roads in North Hobbs area
• Proposed ordinances for cannabis establishments, nighttime noise, nuisances, and dangerous buildings

The Lea County Board of Commissioners elected Dean Jackson as Chair and Gary Eidson as Vice Chair for 2022, and approved the FY 2020-2021 financial audit. The board also approved multiple resolutions including appointments to advisory boards, contracts for the 2022 County Fair and PRCA Rodeo, and publication of notices for new ordinances on nuisances, noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis. All votes were unanimous except for the COVID-19 vaccination policy, which passed 4-1 with Commissioner Sims voting no.

• Elected Dean Jackson as Chair and Gary Eidson as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved FY 2020-2021 financial audit (5-0)
• Approved contracts for 2022 Fair and PRCA Rodeo: Matt Tarr, Wright's Amusement, Reita Creek Scoreboard, Ryan Killingsworth, Charro on the Road (5-0 each)
• Approved publication of notices for new ordinances on nuisances, nighttime noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis establishments (5-0 each)
• Approved award of Knowles No. 2 Fire Station bid to Annissa Construction (5-0)
• Approved CES agreement with IPR for slurry/micro seal on North Hobbs roads (5-0)
• Approved variance for South 40 Subdivision lot size (5-0)
• Ratified OSHA-mandated COVID-19 vaccination policy (4-1)