Lea County public meetings in 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several funding appropriations and contract awards, including services for the detention center and courthouse. The meeting includes discussions on a proposed horse barn and a community wellness facility. The board may also appoint a Finance Director and an Interim County Manager.

• $300,000 appropriation for Hobbs Municipal Schools high school band
• $150,000 total appropriation for the Economic Development Corporation of Lea County
• Contract award to Summit Food Service for detention center meals and commissary
• Roof replacements and improvements at the Historic Courthouse by Design Roof Services, LLC
• Planning and programming services for a Community Wellness Facility

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items, including a $300,000 appropriation for Hobbs Municipal Schools' high school band, $150,000 total for the Economic Development Corporation, a bid for road aggregate, a detention center food service contract, and several personnel appointments. The board also approved the salaries of elected officials and appointed Corey Needham as Interim County Manager.

• Approved $300,000 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for high school band purchases (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 to Economic Development Corporation of Lea County (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 to Economic Development Corporation of Lea County (5-0)
• Awarded Bid No. 05 (24-25) for aggregate to Constructors Inc. (5-0)
• Approved food service contract with Summit Food Service for Detention Center (5-0)
• Approved salaries of Lea County elected officials (4-0-1 abstention)
• Appointed Sandrea Brito as Community Engagement Director (4-1)
• Appointed Corey Needham as Interim County Manager (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Lea County Board of Commissioners will vote on a series of resolutions, including a large industrial revenue bond to fund the AC Ranch Solar project. Other items include a $55,000 appropriation to the City of Eunice for youth‑center improvements and contracts for construction, equipment purchases, and roof repairs on county health clinics. Several resolutions also address travel authorizations, freeholder recommendations on road and alley vacations, and the appointment of the Information Technology Director.

• Resolution approving up to $85,215,000 industrial revenue bond for AC Ranch Solar, LLC project
• Resolution approving $55,000 discretionary funding to the City of Eunice for the Eunice Youth Center
• Resolution awarding Bid No. 7 to Artesia Fire Equipment for self‑contained breathing apparatus ($406,300)
• Resolution awarding Bid No. 4 to Anissa Construction, Inc. for Lovington Convenience Center Improvements
• Resolution approving CES contracts with Design Roof Services, LLC to re‑roof Hobbs Health Clinic, Hobbs Family Health Center, and Lovington Health Clinic

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will convene as the Lea County Canvassing Board and consider Resolution No. 2 4‑NOV‑286R, which certifies the canvass of the November 5, 2024 General Election. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Consider Resolution No. 2 4‑NOV‑286R to certify the November 5, 2024 General Election canvass

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on funding for the City of Lovington's animal shelter and various contracts and appointments for the 2025 Lea County Fair & PRCA Rodeo. The body will also discuss detention center agreements with Otero, Curry, and Chaves counties.

• Two $250,000 appropriations from District 1 and District 2 for the City of Lovington's animal shelter
• Proposed $1,500,000 for 2025 Lea County Fair & PRCA Rodeo entertainment artist fees
• Agreements with Otero, Curry, and Chaves counties for housing adult or juvenile detainees
• Renewal of road maintenance and construction contract with Constructors Inc.
• Donation of four Sheriff's Office patrol vehicles to the Chaves County Sheriff's Office

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several funding appropriations for Hobbs Municipal Schools and airport runway improvements. The body will also review agreements for housing detainees from other counties and the vacation of dedicated roadways in three subdivisions.

• Proposed $1,000,000 allocation to the City of Lovington for the Veteran's Memorial Project
• Appropriations for Hobbs Municipal Schools totaling $250,040 for reading programs, audio improvements, playground equipment, and a crosswalk signal
• Bids to Bixby Electric, Inc. for runway MIRL replacements at Zip Franklin Memorial and Jal airports
• Proposed agreements to house adult or juvenile detainees from Luna, Harding, Valencia, and Grant counties
• Finding that 3215 Reed Road, Lovington, is a public menace requiring removal of debris

The Lea County Board of Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously, including a $1,000,000 allocation to the City of Lovington for a proposed Veteran's Memorial Project. They also approved multiple discretionary funding appropriations to Hobbs Municipal Schools, airport runway improvement contracts, and various intergovernmental agreements.

• Approved $1,000,000 allocation to City of Lovington for Veteran's Memorial Project (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for Mills Elementary reading programs (District 3) (5-0)
• Approved $8,000 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for Mills Elementary reading programs (District 4) (5-0)
• Approved $57,917.10 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for Tasker Arena audio improvements (5-0)
• Approved $131,038.09 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for Coronado Elementary playground equipment (5-0)
• Approved $53,044.81 to Hobbs Municipal Schools for Hawk crosswalk signal on Bender Blvd (5-0)
• Approved airport runway MIRL replacement bids and task orders for Lea County and Jal airports (5-0)
• Approved agreements with Luna, Harding, Valencia, and Grant counties for housing detainees (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Lea County Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider the imposition of 2024 state property tax rates. The board will also discuss a proposal to host the 2028 New Mexico Counties Annual Conference.

• Resolution No. 24-SEP-210R: Impose 2024 State of New Mexico Property Tax Rates
• Resolution No. 24-SEP-211R: Proposal to host the 2028 New Mexico Counties Annual Conference

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved Resolution No. 24-SEP-210R, ordering the County Assessor to impose the 2024 State of New Mexico property tax rates for Lea County. The board also unanimously approved Resolution No. 24-SEP-211R, authorizing the submittal of Lea County's proposal to host the 2028 New Mexico Counties Annual Conference. Both votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution No. 24-SEP-210R ordering 2024 state property tax rates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 24-SEP-211R authorizing proposal to host 2028 NM Counties Annual Conference (5-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and grants for a sanitary sewer project at the Lea County Regional Airport. The board is also considering resolutions opposing state EV charging requirements and a land protection plan for the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge.

• Construction contract with Entrench Inc. for sanitary sewer at Lea County Regional Airport
• Grant agreement with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for airport sanitary sewer construction
• Resolution No. 24-AUG-196R opposing state mandatory EV charging station requirements
• Acquisition of real properties at 719 East Ave D in Lovington
• Budget Adjustment No. 1 for Fiscal Year 2024–2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will adopt Lea County's Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Final Budget. It will also approve a $25,000 contribution to the Eddy‑Lea Energy Alliance and several grant and contract resolutions, including road‑fund agreements and an aerial imagery services contract. Additional items include multiple real‑property acquisition agreements in Hobbs.

• Authorize a $25,000.00 contribution to the Eddy‑Lea Energy Alliance (Resolution 24‑JUL‑165R)
• Approve award of Proposal No. 13 for aerial imagery services to EagleView Technologies (Resolution 24‑JUL‑171R)
• Adopt Lea County's Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Final Budget (Resolution 24‑JUL‑182R)
• Approve Cooperative Program Agreements with NM Department of Transportation for Local Government Road Fund Project No. 54388 (Resolutions 24‑JUL‑174R, 24‑JUL‑175R, 24‑JUL‑176R)
• Authorize agreements to acquire real property at 5419 North Lovington Highway in Hobbs (Resolution 24‑JUL‑192R)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several road construction task orders and airport project updates. The meeting includes discussions regarding the upcoming capital outlay budget and the county's financial policy manual. Additionally, the board will consider contracts for fairgrounds maintenance and detention center healthcare services.

• Task orders for road widening and overlay on Frying Pan, Monument, Gum, and Orla Roads
• Grant agreement with the Office of National Drug Policy for the HIDTA Region VI Drug Task Force
• Design changes for the Lea County Regional Airport runway and new entrance
• Security services and entertainment fees for the 2024 Lea County Fair and Rodeo
• Renewal of detainee health and mental healthcare services at the Lea County Detention Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Lea County Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Canvassing Board for a special meeting. The board will consider Resolution No. 24-JUN-142R to certify the canvass of the June 4, 2024 Primary Election.

• Certification of the June 4, 2024 Primary Election via Resolution No. 24-JUN-142R

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for literacy programs and housing project agreements with five local municipalities. The body will also review road reconstruction task orders and a vehicle purchase.

• Two $50,000 appropriations for Lovington Municipal Schools literacy and reading programs
• Housing project Memorandums of Agreement with Tatum, Lovington, Hobbs, Eunice, and Jal
• Vehicle purchase authorization not to exceed $85,000
• Road reconstruction task orders with Constructors Inc. for Arkansas Junction Road and Pearl Valley Road
• Network and security system installation at Maljamar Station by D & D Automation & Electric, LLC

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The meeting includes decisions on funding for the City of Jal and state appropriations for the Sheriff's office.

• Resolution 24-MAY-125R: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Preliminary Budget
• $100,000 appropriation from District 5 funding to the City of Jal dispatch center
• $187,500 appropriation from the State of New Mexico for HB68 provisions
• Travel authorization for Health & Wellness employees to attend the RISE 24 Conference in California
• Discussion of an additional pension plan for county employees

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several discretionary fund appropriations and the commitment of capital project funds for municipal housing proposals. The body will also discuss the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024–2025 and the Assessor's annual report.

• Resolution 24-APR-114R: $125,000 for equipment and improvements at Tasker Arena
• Resolution 24-APR-115R: $150,000 for the City of Lovington’s Animal Shelter
• Resolution 24-APR-116R: $78,468.41 for outdoor canopies at Ben Alexander Elementary School
• Resolution 24-APR-118R: Appointment of a Freeholders Committee to evaluate a roadway vacation in Original Tatum, Daniels Re-Division
• Resolution 24-APR-120R: Budget Adjustment No. 6 for Fiscal Year 2023–2024

Environmental Services Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and review minutes from December 7, 2023. Members will discuss 2023 and 2024 clean-up activities and receive an update on Ordinance 101 regarding manufactured home permitting and fees.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on 2023 activity for convenience centers and cleaning crews
• Discussion of 2023 and 2024 spring clean-ups
• Update on Ordinance 101 regarding manufactured home permitting, inspection, and fees

Communications Authority

The Board will review the March 27, 2024, meeting minutes and hear a report from Director Angela Martinez. The agenda also includes provisions for public and board member comments.

• Approval of March 27, 2024, meeting minutes
• Director's Report by Angela Martinez

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding staffing, salary adjustments, and infrastructure projects. Discussion topics include municipal housing partnerships and the Information Technology disaster recovery plan.

• Awarding Bid No. 01 to LASCO Construction, Inc. for Hobbs Convenience Center Construction
• Agreement with State of New Mexico for $75,000 for Disabled Persons Programs vehicles
• Agreement with State of New Mexico for $75,000 for At-Risk Youth Mentoring
• Agreement with State of New Mexico for $75,000 for support for unplanned pregnancies
• Proposed COLA salary increases and five new full-time positions

Fair & Rodeo Board

The board is meeting to consider approvals for 2024 fair entertainment, catering, and livestock show categories. Members will also discuss the distribution of livestock sale funds to exhibitors.

• Approval of adding Cloverbud Showmanship for rabbits, chickens, goats, lambs, swine, dairy heifers, and horses
• Approval of The Joy of Catering as the 2024 entertainment caterer
• Approval of LCFR livestock packer
• Approval of Empty Saddle Dinner
• Approval of potential artists for 2024 LCFR

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several contracts and FAA grants for drainage and sewer projects at the Lea County Regional Airport. The body will also discuss departmental and personnel budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and review county financial reports.

• FAA grant agreements and Molzen Corbin task orders for drainage and sanitary sewer at Lea County Regional Airport
• Amendment and renewal of asphalt emulsions bid with ERGON Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc.
• Appointment of a Freeholders Committee for a roadway vacation request in Humble City Subdivision
• Modifications to High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Region VI grant funds
• Discussion of alcohol sales during the Fair and Rodeo

Communications Authority

The Lea County Communication Authority will meet to review the Director's report and the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025. The board will also consider approving the meeting minutes from February 21, 2024.

• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of LCCA FY 2025 Preliminary Budget
• Discussion of Directors Report from Angela Martinez

DWI Advisory Council

The council will meet to review meeting minutes and discuss administrative matters. Key discussion topics include staffing changes, council responsibilities, treatment, and compliance.

• Approval of January 29, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Lea County staffing changes
• Discussion of DWI Council responsibilities and requirements
• Discussion of treatment and compliance

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2024-2025 departmental operating budgets and housing in Lea County. The body is deciding on multiple resolutions regarding demolition contracts, personnel changes, and budget adjustments.

• Purchase of 1.73 acres of land at 701 East Avenue D in Lovington
• Demolition and debris removal contracts with G.W.C. Construction Inc. for properties on East Avenue K, Roosevelt Street, and East Avenue D
• Approval of two new personnel positions and four specific director-level promotions
• Budget Adjustment No. 4 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
• Decisions on whether to vacate roadways in the Knowles Subdivision and near Shell Road

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lea County Planning & Zoning Board will meet to review two land division requests. The board will also consider the minutes from the February 13, 2024, meeting.

• Consideration of Lot 2C Subdivision (Type 3A) in Section 10, Township 18 South, Range 38 East
• Consideration of a replat of Tract 2 to Tract 2A of Davis Acres Subdivision in Section 10, Township 18 South, Range 38 East

Fair & Rodeo Board

The Lea County Fair and Rodeo Board is meeting to discuss several operational items. The agenda includes discussions on the Empty Saddle Dinner, RV spaces, and advertising in Carlsbad and Artesia.

• Approval of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Empty Saddle Dinner
• Discussion of RV Spaces
• Discussion of Dairy Packer
• Reports from Rodeo, Entertainment, Queen, and Buckle committees

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider multiple infrastructure projects, including airport apron and taxiway reconstructions and road widening. The body will also discuss the 2025 operating expenditure budget and potential utility expansions for residential developments.

• Change orders for Lea County Detention Center shower upgrades totaling $147,502.75
• Design and grant agreements for Apron Phase II and Taxiway A, B, and E reconstruction at Lea County Regional Airport
• Road widening and chip sealing task orders for Lawrence Roadway and Cook Lane
• Appointment of Freeholders Committees for the vacation of Antelope Ridge Road and roadways in Knowles Subdivision
• Resolution supporting Luna County's opposition to the Mimbres Peaks National Monument designation

Communications Authority

The board will consider approving the November 15, 2023 meeting minutes and an Open Meetings Act resolution. Members will also discuss the Director's report and the LCCA's Joint Powers Agreement (JPA).

• Approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Open Meetings Act Resolution for Lea County Communications Authority
• Discussion of LCCA's JPA
• Director's report from Angela Martinez

Fair & Rodeo Board

The Lea County Fair and Rodeo Board is meeting to approve contracts and operational changes for the 2024 season. The board will consider financial approvals for veterinary services and rodeo payouts, as well as rules for livestock contests.

• Approval of HD Veterinary Services contract at $14,000
• Increase of PRCA Rodeo payout to $10,000 per event
• Approval of 3 age groups for Livestock Judging Contest (Novice, JR and SR)
• Changing Livestock Sale Invoice due date
• Inviting Miss Rodeo America and associated fees

Planning & Zoning Board

The Lea County Planning & Zoning Board will meet to vote on two subdivision requests. The board will also discuss the average lot size required for individual liquid waste systems.

• Replat of Mid-Way Acres Subdivision, Lot 10 and Lot 11
• Lot 1A Subdivision (Type 3A Subdivision) approval
• Discussion of average lot size for individual liquid waste systems
• Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including equipment purchases, grant applications, and the acceptance of Woodfin Drive and Cochran Street for maintenance. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 revenue budget and improvements to convenience centers in Hobbs and Lovington.

• Purchase of approximately 3.94 acres of land at 2130 West Bender Boulevard
• Acceptance of Woodfin Drive and Cochran Street for county maintenance and ownership
• Fiscal Year 2023–2024 Budget Adjustment No. 3
• Purchase of mobile and portable Harris radios
• Task order with Faith Group LLC for a Cat III Airport Security Plan for Lea County Regional Airport

DWI Advisory Council

The Lea County DWI Advisory Council will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The council is scheduled to review 2025 LDWI distribution and grant applications. Members will also discuss treatment, prevention, compliance, and legislative bills regarding LDWI funding.

• Election of Council Chair and Vice-Chair
• 2025 LDWI Distribution and Grant Application Review
• Discussion of legislative bills regarding LDWI funding
• Approval of November 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review several land-use requests. The body is also considering budget adjustments and various board appointments.

• $5,000 appropriation from District 1 funding to the Town of Tatum for exterior lighting
• Variances for block length and minimum average lot size for Northland Estates Subdivision
• Final plat approval for Desert Vista Estates Subdivision
• Purchase of Timeclock Plus Aladtec and OpenGov procurement software
• Design proposal from Dekker Perich Sabatini for the Lea County Fairgrounds Horse Barn

Planning & Zoning Board

The Planning & Zoning Board will meet to discuss a proposed amendment to the zoning map. The board will review the proposal and determine if it should be recommended to the Board of Commissioners.

• Proposed amendment to the zoning map