Los Lunas public meetings in 2023

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider approving a water rights lease with the NM Interstate Stream Commission, two DWI-related resolutions, and an ordinance updating impact fees. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters including hires and promotions.

• Water rights lease: up to 921.328 acre-feet/year to NM Interstate Stream Commission, $115/acre-foot initial, $120/year 2025-2028
• Resolution 23-22: authorize application for Local DWI Grant and Distribution Program FY2025
• Resolution 23-23: approve DWI Planning Council members
• Ordinance 468: amend Title 13 Chapter 13.16 Impact Fees (public hearing)
• Executive session: hire PT Library Aide, 2 Police promotions, hire Streets Laborer, Operator in Training, Truck Driver/Equipment Operator

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for December 20, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the December 20, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings and vote on an amended water agreement allowing Niagara Bottling to expand production, and on ordinances updating impact fees and revising the personnel ordinance. The council will also enter executive session to discuss hiring a park ranger and acquiring properties for public infrastructure and recreation.

• Amended water agreement with Niagara Bottling to increase water supply from 285 to 782 acre-feet per year
• Ordinance 468: update impact fee schedule and related language in Title 13
• Ordinance 469: revise personnel ordinance, including collective bargaining changes
• Executive session: hire Park Ranger and discuss property acquisitions for public infrastructure and recreation

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for December 6, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on the final plat for Legacy Phase 3 at Sierra Vista and on accepting its infrastructure for maintenance. They will also consider bids for the NM 314 pedestrian improvements project, approve two NMDOT grant agreements, and hear a presentation on the water master plan update. An ordinance revising the personnel ordinance is scheduled for a public hearing, followed by an executive session for several personnel hires.

• Final plat approval for Legacy Phase 3 at Sierra Vista (11.81 acres and 31.48 acres, south of Main St SW and west of Emily Ave SW)
• Infrastructure acceptance for Legacy Phase 3 at Sierra Vista
• Bids for NM 314 Pedestrian Improvements Phase II: AUI Inc $4,628,814.84; Desert Fox Inc $4,675,165.00 (project total $4.5 million)
• Resolution 23-20: NMDOT grant for sound barrier wall along NM 6 in Jubilee subdivision ($750,000)
• Resolution 23-21: NMDOT grant for Sun Ranch Village Road and Desert Willow Intersection improvements ($950,000)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning variance for a home at 412 Cortez St SE and on Ordinance 468, which updates the village's impact fee schedule and related language. The commission will also vote on its 2024 meeting schedule and public notice period, and review minutes from the October 4 meeting.

• Variance 23-03-B: side setback variance for existing home at 412 Cortez St SE in R-1 zone
• Ordinance 468: amends Title 13, Chapter 13.16 Impact Fees to update fee schedule and capital improvements language
• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule and public notice period
• Approval of minutes from 10/04/2023

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will vote on Resolution 24-01, which sets the 2024 meeting dates and holiday schedule, and on destroying old finance records. They will also hear updates on the Valencia County Business Incubator and proposed revisions to the Personnel Ordinance, and hold an executive session to discuss hiring police officers and a park technician.

• Resolution 24-01: 2024 Open Meetings Act Resolution, council meeting dates, and holiday schedule
• Records destruction: finance records from 1989-2019, including check copies, W2s, and bank statements
• Personnel Ordinance revisions: new parental leave, remote work policy, increased bereavement leave
• Executive session: hiring police officers and park technician
• Update on Valencia County Business Incubator (VCBI)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for November 1, 2023, has been canceled. The notice provides no further details or items for discussion.

• Cancellation of the November 1, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village Council will consider several land and infrastructure items, including a park acreage dedication and a right-of-way resolution. They will also review a funding agreement for a fleet maintenance mechanic and discuss several personnel hires in executive session.

• Public hearing for a designated use permit for an accessory apartment at 447 Capital Dr. SW
• Infrastructure acceptance for Pioneer Trail NW
• Dedication of 7 acres for Los Cerritos Park Phase II by Sivage Community Development, LLC
• Resolution 23-19 regarding public right of way for the I-25/Morris Road East/West Corridor Project
• MOA renewal for Rio Metro Regional Transit District to fund a Heavy Duty Mechanic position

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing scheduled for October 18, 2023, at 6:00 P.M. has been canceled. The notice provides no reason for the cancellation and lists no items for discussion.

• Cancellation of the October 18, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 23-18, which amends the Land Use Assumptions and Impact Fees Capital Improvements Plan. The update, based on a five-year review, projects 247 new dwelling units per year and includes 13 water projects, sewer and park improvements. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss hiring three new employees.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 23-18 to amend Land Use Assumptions and Impact Fees Capital Improvements Plan
• Adopts growth assumption of 247 new dwelling units per year over 10 years
• Includes 13 water capital improvement projects, sewer and park projects
• Closed session to discuss hiring 3 FT Park Technician I, 1 FT Commercial Driver, 1 FT Utility Billing Clerk/Cashier
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Designated Use Permit for an accessory apartment at 447 Capital Dr SW. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss council updates, community development activities, and code enforcement issues.

• Public hearing for Designated Use Permit 23-05-G at 447 Capital Dr SW (Los Lunas Acres Lot 14, Block 2, 1.30 acres) for accessory apartment
• Approval of minutes from 09/06/2023 meeting
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity report, and code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hear an update on the Grove affordable housing project, vote on a 15th amendment to the Rio Metro Transit District maintenance agreement, and consider Ordinance 467 updating fencing standards for non-residential security fences. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss hiring and promotions across multiple departments.

• Progress update on The Grove affordable housing project by ABQ Angel LLC
• Rio Metro Transit District 15th Amendment MOA for fleet maintenance services 2023/2024
• Ordinance 467 amending Title 17 Zoning, Section 17.44.070 Fencing for non-residential security fences
• Executive session for hiring and promotions in multiple departments
• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2023 meeting

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for September 20, 2023, has been canceled. The notice provides no further details or agenda items.

• Cancellation of the September 20, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a workshop with Consensus Planning to review proposed revisions to the zoning ordinance (informational only). In closed session, they will discuss a court decision reversing the denial of a use permit in the Pando zoning appeal, and consider hiring for five positions across parks, code enforcement, solid waste, and wastewater. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and approval of prior minutes.

• Zoning ordinance revision update with Consensus Planning (workshop, informational)
• Executive session: discussion of Thirteenth Judicial District Court decision in Pando v. Village of Los Lunas
• Hire FT Park Technician II (Parks Division)
• Hire 2 FT Code Enforcement Officers (Community Development)
• Hire FT Solid Waste Laborer and FT Operator In-Training (Public Works)

The Village Council voted not to appeal a Thirteenth Judicial District Court decision regarding a designated use permit in Pando v. Village of Los Lunas. The Council also approved the hiring of six full-time employees across the Parks, Community Development, and Public Works departments.

• Decided not to appeal court decision in Pando v. Village of Los Lunas (4-0)
• Approved hiring Hunter Foreman as FT Park Technician II (4-0)
• Approved hiring Thomas Romero as FT Code Enforcement Officer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Mary Langley as FT Code Enforcement Officer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Larry Orona as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Gabriel Candelaria as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Samantha Vargas as FT Operator in Training (4-0)
• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: an update to Ordinance 467 regarding non-residential security fences, and Resolution 23-18 amending the Land Use Assumptions and Impact Fees Capital Improvements Plan. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss council updates, community development activities, and code enforcement issues.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 467 to amend fencing standards for non-residential security fences
• Public hearing on Resolution 23-18 to amend Land Use Assumptions and Impact Fees Capital Improvements Plan
• Approval of minutes from 08/02/2023 meeting
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity report, and code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider approving a $10,000 MOU with Sandoval County for the I-40 TradePort Corridor Mobility Plan and a proposal for an aquatics center needs analysis. They will also hear an informational update from the Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance and hold an executive session to discuss hiring for multiple positions.

• Approve MOU with Sandoval County for I-40 TradePort Corridor Mobility Plan, including $10,000 contribution
• Approve proposal from The Sports Facilities Companies for aquatics center needs analysis and conceptual plan
• Informational update from Albuquerque Regional Economic Alliance (AREA) on 2023 activities
• Executive session to discuss hiring for police officer, police clerk, facility maintenance technicians, park technician, construction/safety inspector, and museum technician
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2023, and workshops

The Council approved a proposal for an aquatics center needs analysis and conceptual plan. They also entered a partnership with Sandoval County for the I-40 TradePort Corridor Mobility Plan. Additionally, the Council hired 11 new employees across police, maintenance, parks, and museum departments.

• Approved MOU with Sandoval County for I-40 TradePort Corridor Mobility Plan (3-0)
• Approved aquatics center needs analysis and conceptual plan proposal (3-0)
• Hired Dominic Marquez as FT Police Officer (3-0)
• Hired Evangelina Baca and Casey Carter as FT Police Clerks (3-0)
• Hired Travis Rodriguez (FT Facility Maintenance III) and Salvador Quezada (FT Facility Maintenance II) (3-0)
• Hired Vanchesch Wallace, Joseph Garley, and Filomeno Mares as FT Park Tech I (3-0)
• Hired Manny Torres as FT Construction/Safety Inspector (3-0)
• Hired Juan Lopez as PT Museum Tech (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing for August 16, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the August 16, 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider approving the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) and adopting a new base pay structure based on a compensation study. The council will also appoint a voting delegate for the state municipal league meeting and discuss hiring multiple positions and a collective bargaining agreement in closed session.

• Resolution 23-16: Adopt 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
• Resolution 23-17: Adopt 2023 base pay structure from Flaherty & Hood study
• Appoint voting delegate for 2023 NM Municipal League Business Meeting
• Executive session: hire 7 positions across departments, discuss firefighter union contract
• Approve minutes from July 20, 2023 Council and July 13, 2023 PID Board meetings

The Council approved a five-year infrastructure plan and a new base pay structure for non-union employees. Several new full-time staff members were hired, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Fire Fighters’ Association was approved.

• Approved Resolution 23-16 adopting the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-17 Option 3 for the 2024 non-union base pay structure (4-0)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Los Lunas Fire Fighters’ Association Local 4297, including a pay study (4-0)
• Appointed Gregory Martin as voting delegate and Michael Jaramillo as alternate for the NM Municipal League (4-0)
• Hired Makayla Moody (Administrative Assistant), Anthony Marquez and Michael Salazar (Facility Maintenance Technician I), and Kenneth Peralta (Facility Maintenance Supervisor) (4-0)
• Hired Jazmin Peralta (Recreation Assistant), Eric Jaramillo and Kenneth Dillingham (Project Coordinators), and Gilbert Toney (Facility Technician II) (4-0)
• Approved July 20, 2023 Council Meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023 PID Board Meeting minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission is holding a hearing that includes a workshop on proposed revisions to the Village of Los Lunas zoning ordinance, presented by Community Development and Consensus Planning. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 5, 2023 meeting and discuss council updates, community development activities, and code enforcement issues. This is primarily an informational and discussion meeting.

• Zoning ordinance update workshop with Consensus Planning (information only)
• Approval of minutes from 07/05/2023
• Council updates discussion
• Community Development activity report
• Code enforcement issues discussion

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including the FY 2024 final budget, zone changes, and appointments. They will also discuss the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and consider hiring new staff in closed session.

• Appointment of Michael Doyle to Planning and Zoning Commission for District 1
• Resolution 23-13 adopting FY 2024 final budget
• Ordinance 276-2023-01: zone change from R-1 to C-1 for 7 Roberts Cir NE (multi-family apartments)
• Ordinance 276-2023-03: zone change from S-U to R-1 for 3479 and 3481 Main St SE (accessory apartment)
• Ordinance 276-2023-04: zone change from M-H to A-R for property south of 1604 Juan Perea Rd SE

The Council approved the FY 2024 final budget and several zoning changes and designated use permits. Mike Doyle was appointed to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan was tabled until August 10, 2023.

• Approved FY 2024 Final Budget Resolution 23-13 (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Final Budget Adjustments Resolution 23-14 (4-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Fourth Quarter Financial Report Resolution 23-15 (4-0)
• Appointed Mike Doyle as Planning and Zoning Commissioner for District 1 (4-0)
• Approved zone change Ordinance 276-2023-01 (4-0)
• Approved designated use permit for 7 Roberts Circle (4-0)
• Approved zone change Ordinance 276-2023-03 and designated use permit for 3479 and 3481 Main St. SE (4-0)
• Approved zone change Ordinance 276-2023-04 (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for July 19, 2023, has been canceled. The notice provides no further details or items for discussion.

• Cancellation of the July 19, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on two zone changes: one to allow expansion of the Bella Vida urgent care facility at 328 Main St NW, and another to permit multi-family apartments at 7 Roberts Cir NE. The council will also vote on a funding agreement for road improvements on NM 263, a refuse removal agreement with the school district, a bid for the South Los Lentes Road and Trail project, and destruction of records. An executive session is scheduled to discuss hiring a Buildings and Grounds Superintendent.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 276-2023-02: zone change from C-1 to S-U for properties at 328 Main St NW for Bella Vida urgent care expansion
• Public hearing on Ordinance 276-2023-01: zone change from R-1 to C-1 for 7 Roberts Cir NE for multi-family apartments
• Designated Use Permit for 7 Roberts Cir NE to allow multi-family apartments
• Resolution 23-12: Adopt FY 2024 MAP funding agreement for NM 263 improvements (25% local match)
• Bid award for South Los Lentes Road and Trail Improvements: Desert Fox Inc. at $2,308,018.00

The Council approved a $2.3M contract for road and trail improvements and a zone change for an urgent care facility. Two other zone change items were tabled pending a traffic study. The Council also approved the hiring of a new Buildings and Grounds Superintendent.

• Approved zone change to S-U for urgent care facility at 328 Main Street NW (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 276-2023-01 and use permit for 7 Roberts Circle NE until July 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved destruction of Community Development Department records (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-12 for FY 2024 MAP funding agreement for NM 6 and NM 263 (4-0)
• Approved one-year MOA for Los Lunas School District refuse removal (4-0)
• Approved $2,308,018.00 contract to Desert Fox, Inc. for South Los Lentes Road and Trail improvements (4-0)
• Approved destruction of Human Resources Division records from 2005-2019 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Diego Luna as FT Buildings and Grounds Superintendent (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three requests for properties at 3479 and 3481 Main St SE, submitted by Lucille M. Aragon on behalf of La Luz del Mundo Church: a zone change from S-U to R-1, a variance from setback requirements, and a designated use permit for an accessory apartment. The commission will also consider a zone change for a property near 1604 Juan Perea Rd SE from M-H to A-R, and will discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Zone change 23-06-R: 3479 and 3481 Main St SE from S-U to R-1
• Variance 23-02-B: setback variances for 3479 and 3481 Main St SE
• Designated Use Permit 23-04-G: accessory apartment at 3479 and 3481 Main St SE
• Zone change 23-07-R: 1604 Juan Perea Rd SE from M-H to A-R
• Approval of minutes from 06/21/2023

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider approving four residents for a zoning ordinance update focus group and will hold an executive session to discuss hiring two full-time police officers. The meeting also includes approval of the June 8, 2023 minutes and public input.

• Appointment of focus group participants for zoning ordinance update: Giovanna Archuleta, Ambrose Chavez, Josh Johnson, Dean Vigil
• Executive session to discuss hiring 2 full-time police officers
• Approval of minutes from June 8, 2023 Council Meeting

The Council appointed four citizens to a focus group for the zoning ordinance update. Following an executive session, the Council approved the hiring of two full-time police officers. The minutes from the June 8, 2023, meeting were also approved.

• Appointed Ambrose Chavez, Giovanna Archuleta, Josh Johnson, and Dean Vigil to the zoning ordinance update focus group (3-0)
• Approved hiring of full-time Police Officer Justin DeLong (4-0)
• Approved hiring of full-time Police Officer Cody Vocu (4-0)
• Approved June 8, 2023, Council Meeting minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two zone changes and a designated use permit for a property at 7 Roberts Cir NE to allow multi-family apartments, a zone change for 328 Main St NW to expand the Bella Vida urgent care facility, and a preliminary plat for the Villa Escondida Phase 2 subdivision. The commission will recommend approval or disapproval on these items, and also discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Zone change from R-1 to C-1 for 7 Roberts Cir NE (0.44 acre) to allow multi-family apartments
• Designated use permit for 7 Roberts Cir NE for multi-family apartments
• Zone change from C-1 to S-U for 328 Main St NW (multiple lots) for Bella Vida urgent care expansion
• Preliminary plat for Villa Escondida Phase 2 (9.55 acres) east of Carson Dr SE and west of Las Rosas Dr SE
• Approval of minutes from 05/17/2023

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 23-07, a special use amendment to the Los Senderos Area Plan to accommodate the I-25 Morris Road interchange geometry and easement dedication. The council will also consider contracts for the DWI Program and a resolution to allow alcohol sales at the July 4th celebration, followed by an executive session on personnel hires.

• Resolution 23-07: Special use amendment for Los Senderos Area Plan (south of Lonestar St SW, west of I-25)
• Contracts for DWI Program: Program Evaluator, Enforcement Coordinator, Program Coordinator, Mentor Coordinator, Teen Center Assistant/Mentor
• Resolution 23-10: Allow Steelbender Brewery to serve alcohol at July 4th Celebration on Village property
• Executive session to discuss hiring for 6 positions (Wastewater, Recreation, Community Development)
• Approval of minutes from May 25, 2023 and May 16, 2023 meetings

The Council approved Resolution 23-07 for a special use amendment regarding the I-25 and Morris Road Interchange. They also authorized the renewal of five individual contracts and approved the sale of alcohol by Steelbender Brewery for the July 4th celebration. Additionally, seven new staff positions were filled following an executive session.

• Approved Resolution 23-07 for special use amendment of the Los Senderos Area Plan (4-0)
• Approved contract renewals for Joe Griego, Quanta Montano, Holly Noel Chavez, David Adame, and Lucas Dimas (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-10 permitting Steelbender Brewery to sell alcohol at July 4th celebration (4-0)
• Hired Victor Gonzales as FT Laboratory Technician (4-0)
• Hired Loretta lente Montes as FT Public Works Technician (4-0)
• Hired Jacob Taylor as FT Operator in Training (4-0)
• Hired Anthony Carmona as FT Public Works Technician (4-0)
• Hired Angelina Martinez (Recreation Specialist), RayAnna Benavidez (Permit Technician), and Makayla Ramirez (Planning Intern) (4-0 each)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for June 7, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the June 7, 2023, Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use amendment for the Los Senderos Area Plan to accommodate the I-25 Morris Road interchange. The council will also consider creating a new opioid abatement fund, approving contracts for DWI and youth programs, and accepting a drainage pond from a homeowners association. An executive session is scheduled to discuss hiring for several positions.

• Resolution 23-07: Special use amendment for Los Senderos Area Plan for I-25 Morris Road interchange
• Resolution 23-09: Creation of Fund 46 'LG Abatement Opioid Fund'
• Contracts for DWI Program and Youth Success Core/Mentoring program
• Request to dedicate Los Cerritos Drainage Pond off Emilio Lopez Road to the village
• Executive session to discuss hiring for Police, Facility Maintenance, and Parks positions

The Village Council approved the creation of a dedicated fund for opioid allotments and accepted the deed for the Los Cerritos drain pond. Three full-time staff positions were filled following an executive session. Two items regarding a special use amendment and individual contracts were tabled.

• Approved Resolution 23-09 to create Fund 46 'LG Abatement Opioid Fund' (2-0)
• Approved request from Los Cerritos HOA to dedicate the Los Cerritos drain pond to the Village (2-0)
• Approved hiring Erika Saiz as FT Evidence Technician (2-0)
• Approved hiring Lorenzo Sanchez as FT Facility Maintenance Technician II (2-0)
• Approved hiring Nikko Baca as FT Park Technician I (2-0)
• Tabled Resolution 23-07 regarding a special use amendment (2-0)
• Tabled request for permission to enter into contracts with individuals (2-0)
• Approved May 11, 2023, meeting minutes (2-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Special Use Amendment for the Los Senderos Area Plan to accommodate I-25 Morris Road interchange geometry and easements, and a preliminary plat for the Vistas at Los Senderos subdivision (Phase 1, 33.16 acres) by LGI Homes. The commission will also approve minutes and receive updates from council and staff.

• Special Use Amendment 23-03-R for Los Senderos Area Plan (Huning LLC)
• Preliminary plat for Vistas at Los Senderos, Phase 1, 33.16 acres (LGI Homes)
• Property south of Lonestar St SW and west of I-25
• Approval of minutes from 04/19/2023
• Council updates and community development report

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on two final plat approvals, consider infrastructure acceptance for a subdivision, and vote on a memorandum of agreement with the School of Dreams Educational Foundation. They will also review the FY 2024 interim budget and a resolution for transportation grant applications. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel matters and property acquisition.

• Final plat approval for Helen Circle SE and Village Dr. SE
• Final plat for Mil Colores at Fiesta subdivision
• Infrastructure acceptance for Mil Colores and Los Cerritos offsite improvements
• Memorandum of Agreement with School of Dreams Educational Foundation for SODA development
• Resolution 23-08 for 2023 TPF grant applications ($4,320,000 with $216,000 match)

The Council approved the largest budget in the Village's history and authorized several land plats and infrastructure acceptances. They also approved a memorandum of agreement for the School of Dreams Educational Foundation and submitted four state grant applications for transportation projects.

• Approved FY 2024 interim budget of $225,761,757.00 (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Helen Circle SE and Village Dr. SE (3-0)
• Approved final plat for Mil Colores at Fiesta (3-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Mil Colores at Fiesta and Los Cerritos offsite improvements (3-0)
• Approved MOA for School of Dreams Educational Foundation with 18-month timeline and 12-month revisit (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-08 to submit four 2023 TPF grant applications (3-0)
• Approved hiring and promotions for Recreation Supervisor, two Sergeants, one Detective, and one Street Maintenance Worker III (3-0)
• Approved direction to staff to make an offer on property at 495 Gerald Chavez Lane (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for May 3, 2023, has been canceled. The notice provides no further details or agenda items.

• Public hearing canceled for May 3, 2023

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village Council approved a liquor license for a restaurant and the final plat and infrastructure for a 24-lot residential subdivision. The Council also appointed a citizen advisory committee for impact fees and approved several seasonal hires.

• Approved liquor license for Cuco’s Chelas y Mas at 785 Main St. SW (2-0)
• Approved final plat for Vallecito Oeste at Fiesta 24-lot subdivision (2-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Vallecito Oeste at Fiesta (2-0)
• Approved Impact Fees Capital Improvement Plan Citizen Advisory Committee (2-0)
• Approved hiring Sabastian Baca as FT Library Technician (2-0)
• Approved hiring 5 Seasonal Summer Recreation College Aides (2-0)
• Approved hiring 16 Seasonal Summer Recreation High School Aides (2-0)
• Approved hiring 30 Seasonal Summer Youth Participants (2-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a conditional use permit for a home occupation offering LED light therapy, body sculpting, and cryolipolysis at 1171 Vallecito Lp NW, and a preliminary plat for the 33.16-acre Vistas at Los Senderos Unit 1 subdivision by LGI Homes. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 5 meeting and discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-02-G for 1171 Vallecito Lp NW (Vivian and Julian Torrez) for home occupation
• Preliminary Plat for Vistas at Los Senderos Unit 1 (LGI Homes New Mexico LLC), 33.16 acres south of Lonestar St SW and west of Huning Ranch East Lp SW
• Approval of minutes from 04/05/2023
• Discussion: council updates, community development activity report, code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider approving two resolutions to apply for state road funding, which would require a 25% local match. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss hiring for several positions, and will approve the minutes from the March 23 meeting.

• Resolution 23-05: Apply for MAP funding for NM 263 improvements, estimated cost $1,045,900
• Resolution 23-06: Apply for COOP funding for Panada Drive improvements
• Executive session to discuss hiring: Solid Waste Laborer, Firefighter/EMT, Library Technician, 2 Residential Drivers, Park Tech 1
• Approval of minutes from March 23, 2023 council meeting

The Council approved two resolutions to apply for road funding for arterial and smaller community streets. The board also approved the hiring of seven full-time employees across the fire, library, parks, and solid waste departments.

• Approved Resolution 23-05 to apply for MAP funding for NM 263 Phase 1 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-06 to apply for COOP funding for Pandera (4-0)
• Approved hiring Mark Thompson and Johnathan Lugo as FT Residential Drivers (4-0)
• Approved hiring David Cummings and Asadro Quesada as FT Solid Waste Laborers (4-0)
• Approved hiring Thomas Henry as FT Firefighter/EMT (4-0)
• Approved hiring Chantel Apodaca as FT Library Technician (4-0)
• Approved hiring Anthony Marquez as FT Park Technician (4-0)
• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Special Use Amendment for the Los Senderos Area Plan, requested by Huning LLC, to accommodate the I-25 Morris Road interchange geometry and easement dedication. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair, receive training on commissioner duties and the Open Meetings Act, and discuss council updates and code enforcement issues.

• Special Use Amendment 23-01-R for Los Senderos Area Plan west of I-25 and south of Main St
• Election of Planning & Zoning Commission Chair for April 2022 – April 2023 term
• Election of P&Z Vice Chair for April 2022 – April 2023 term
• Commissioner training on powers, duties, and NM Open Meetings Act
• Approval of minutes from 03/15/2023 meeting

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Council approved a contract with Consensus Planning to update the municipal zoning code for the first time since 2001. Other actions included approving the FY 2022 audit and making FY 2023 budget adjustments. The board also reappointed two planning commissioners and hired two public works employees.

• Approved Resolution 23-02 accepting FY 2022 audit (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-04 for FY 2023 budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved destruction of obsolete files from 1996-2004 (4-0)
• Approved disposal of fixed assets with resale value below $5,000 (4-0)
• Reappointed Andy Gomez (District 2) and Marcie Spencer (District 4) to Planning and Zoning Commission (4-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Vistas at Huning Ranch (4-0)
• Awarded $63,141.50 contract to Consensus Planning for zoning code update (4-0)
• Hired Thomas Ortega as FT Truck Driver/Equipment Operator and Andres Montoya as FT Wastewater Treatment Supervisor (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request for a property at 393 Dennis Dr NE, seeking a reduced side yard setback in an R-1 zone. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and discussion items on council updates, community development, and code enforcement.

• Variance 23-01-B for 393 Dennis Dr NE to allow 5ft side yard setback in R-1 zone
• Approval of minutes from 03/01/2023
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on two liquor license requests for a Main St NE property, a special use amendment and zone change for properties on Los Lentes Rd NE, and will consider a landscape maintenance agreement, acceptance of public infrastructure, and a change to the regional emergency communications center's fiscal agent. The council will also appoint a mayor pro-tem and may discuss hiring a human resources manager and an accountant in executive session.

• Liquor license waiver and license for 3474 A Main St NE (American Legion Post 85)
• Special use amendment for day care center at 1766, 1714, 1716 Los Lentes Rd NE
• Zone change from S-U to R-1 for 1714 and 1716 Los Lentes Rd NE
• Landscape maintenance agreement with ET Los Lunas, LLC and Amazon.com Services, LLC for Pioneer Trail NW median
• Second amendment to JPA changing VRECC fiscal agent from Los Lunas to Bosque Farms

The Village Council approved a liquor license and waiver for the American Legion and authorized the hiring of a Human Resources Manager and an Accountant. The Council also approved a special use amendment and zone change for a daycare expansion and residential use.

• Approved liquor license waiver and license for 3474 A Main St. NE (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-23 for special use amendment at 1666 Los Lentes Rd. NE, contingent on replat submission (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 276-2022-4 for zone change at 1714 and 1716 Los Lentes Rd. NE (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of public infrastructure and landscape maintenance agreement for Pioneer Trail (3-0)
• Approved second amendment to VRECC Joint Powers Agreement to change physical agent to Village of Bosque Farms (3-0)
• Appointed Councilman James Runyon as Mayor Pro-Tem (3-0)
• Approved hiring Marcos Castillo as FT Human Resources Manager (3-0)
• Approved hiring Vanessa Montoya as FT Accountant (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to approve or disapprove a conditional use permit for UTV rentals at 3419 Highway 47 Ste D, applied for by Jason Nañez on behalf of R. R. and Debra Torres. The meeting also includes approval of the previous month's minutes and discussion items on council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-01-G for UTV rentals at 3419 Highway 47 Ste D, 0.91-acre tract in Land of Bob Spears subdivision
• Approval of minutes from 02/01/2023
• Discussion: council updates, community development activity report, code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider reappointing Planning and Zoning Commissioners to fill vacancies caused by redistricting and a resignation. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss opioid settlement cases and hiring two park technicians, and will approve the minutes from the February 9 meeting.

• Reappointment of Planning and Zoning Commissioners: Andy Gomez to District 2, Michael Montoya to At-Large
• Executive session on settlement of opioid cases against pharmacies
• Executive session on hiring 2 full-time Park Technicians for Parks Division
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2023 Council Meeting

The Council approved a settlement of approximately $880,000 from pharmacy cases to be used for opioid education and treatment. The board also appointed two Planning and Zoning Commissioners and hired two full-time Park Technicians.

• Approved approximately $880,000 opioid settlement with Albertsons, Kroger, CVS Pharmacy, and Walmart (4-0)
• Appointed Michael Montoya to At-Large Commissioner (4-0)
• Appointed Andy Gomez to District 2 Commissioner (4-0)
• Approved hiring Michael Salazar as Park Technician (4-0)
• Approved hiring Julian Hernandez as Park Technician (4-0)
• Approved February 9, 2023, meeting minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission's regularly scheduled public hearing for February 15, 2023, has been canceled. The notice provides no further details or agenda items.

• Regularly scheduled Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing canceled

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village Council formally adopted the Strategic Priorities list for 2023-2027. The council also approved the hiring of two full-time police officers following an executive session.

• Adopted Council Strategic Priorities 2023-2027 (3-0)
• Approved hiring of police officer Anthony Hernandez (3-0)
• Approved hiring of police officer Shawn Vigil (3-0)
• Approved January 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 Strategic Priorities Workshop minutes (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for JP Tyler Investments to allow automobile sales and service at 3469 Main St SE. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and discussions on council updates, community development, and code enforcement.

• Conditional Use Permit 22-06-G for auto sales/service at 3469 Main St SE
• Approval of minutes from 01/04/2023
• Discussion: Council updates, Community Development activity report, Code Enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing to decide on a designated use permit for a cannabis producer establishment at 2313 Los Lentes Rd NE. They will also hear an informational update from School of Dreams Academy about development plans, consider approving official GIS zoning and streets layers, and discuss hiring multiple positions in closed session.

• Public hearing on designated use permit for cannabis producer at 2313 Los Lentes Rd NE (3.34 acres)
• School of Dreams Academy requests to amend lease purchase agreement to include southern 10 acres and halt road project planned for June 2023
• Approval of official GIS Layers for Zoning and Streets
• Executive session to discuss hiring: Library Aide, Children's Librarian, 2 Street Laborers, Street Maintenance Worker, Fire Lieutenant, Firefighter Engineer, Planning Intern
• Approval of minutes from January 12, 2023 meeting

The Council denied a designated use permit for a micro cannabis production facility at 2313 Los Lentes Rd. NE. The board also approved the 2022 GIS zoning and street layers and hired eight staff members across various departments.

• Denied designated use permit for cannabis production at 2313 Los Lentes Rd. NE (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Village GIS layers for zoning and streets (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kenneth Turner as Casual Library Aide (4-0)
• Approved hiring Catherine Best as FT Children’s Librarian (4-0)
• Approved hiring Justice Byers and Dominick Burnham as FT Street Laborers (4-0)
• Approved hiring Moises Candelaria as FT Street Maintenance worker (4-0)
• Approved hiring Reynaldo Carrillo as FT Fire Lieutenant (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kevin Garcia as FT Firefighter Engineer and Liam Strader-Monaghan as Temporary Planning Intern (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission public hearing scheduled for January 18, 2023, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Cancellation of the January 18, 2023, public hearing

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Council approved the final plat and infrastructure for Inspiracion Oeste at Fiesta and infrastructure for Vista Manzano Phase 1. Several new hires were approved for the finance, public works, IT, and fire departments. The Council also authorized contracts for three individuals.

• Approved final plat for Inspiracion Oeste at Fiesta (4-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Inspiracion Oeste at Fiesta (4-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Vista Manzano Phase 1 at Sierra Vista (4-0)
• Approved contracts for Holly Noelle Chavez, David Adame, and Lucas Dimas (4-0)
• Hired Emily Flores as FT Technical Support Specialist (4-0)
• Hired Cheryl Cates as FT Finance Director (4-0)
• Hired Andrew Alfaro as FT Public Works Technician (4-0)
• Hired Andrew Yamamoto, Reynaldo Carrillo, Andrew Valdez, Matt McKay, Chad Morris, and John Stores as FT Firefighter Engineers (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a zoning variance for a rear setback, a preliminary plat to create five new lots, and a designated use permit for a cannabis producer. The commission will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and receive updates from council and staff.

• Variance 22-03-B: 1627 Heaton Lp SE, request for two-foot rear setback variance in M-H zone
• Preliminary plat: subdivision south of Helen Cir SE and east of Village Dr SE to create five lots
• Designated Use 22-05-G: 2313 Los Lentes Rd NE, request for cannabis producer establishment
• Approval of minutes from 12/07/2022 and 12/21/2022
• Discussion: council updates, community development activity report, code enforcement issues