Cibola County public meetings in 2023

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several resolutions, including a budget adjustment and an affordable housing plan. The agenda also includes proposed agreements for warrant roundups, PHI Cares memberships, and ambulance transport services.

• Resolution 2023-57 FY 24 Budget Adjustment Number 3
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the District Attorney’s Office to Fund Warrant Roundups
• Resolution 2023-58 Affordable Housing Plan
• Mutual Aid Agreement between Superior Ambulance and Cibola County Fire & Emergency Services
• Requisition for F-150 Crew Cab 4x4 from Power Ford ($45,013.00)

The Board of Commissioners approved a budget adjustment, an affordable housing plan, and several service agreements. The board also authorized the purchase of a Ford F-150 and a brush truck. All voted actions passed with 5-0 affirmative votes.

• Approved Resolution 2023-57 FY 24 Budget Adjustment Number 3 (5-0)
• Approved IGA with District Attorney’s Office to fund warrant roundups (5-0)
• Approved annual renewal of PHI Cares Memberships (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-58 Affordable Housing Plan (5-0)
• Approved Mutual Aid Agreement between Superior Ambulance and Cibola County Fire & Emergency Services (5-0)
• Approved purchase of F-150 Crew CAB for $45,013.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 400 Gal. Brush Truck for $242,733.00 (5-0)
• Tabled Treasurer's Report (5-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will convene as a canvassing board to review the 2023 Regular Local Election results. The Board will also consider a yearly service agreement with NW NM Solid Waste Authority and approve requisitions over $20,000.

• Canvassing of the 2023 Regular Local Election results
• Resolution for NW NM Solid Waste Authority Yearly Service Agreement
• $69,656 requisition for Dell laptops/data processing
• Swearing in ceremony for deputies Monica Young and Joshua Pacheco
• Recognition of Public Safety Telecommunicator graduates

The Board of County Commissioners convened as a Canvassing Board to approve the 2023 Regular Local Election results. The board also approved a solid waste service agreement and a purchase for data processing laptops.

• Approved 2023 Regular Local Election results (3-0)
• Approved Solid Waste Authority Yearly Service Agreement (3-0)
• Approved $69,656 requisition for Dell laptops/data processing (3-0)
• Approved October 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including a $2,000,000 award for the Moquino Llano Bridge. The meeting also includes discussions on budget reports, grant extensions, and several requisitions over $20,000.

• Award of additional $2,000,000 for 5-Moquino Llano Bridge via NMDOT program
• Purchase of 2024 Chevy Silverado 5500 MD brush truck for Laguna Fire Dept ($171,682)
• Requisitions for Sheriff's Department firearms and ammunition totaling $80,619.44
• Agreement with City of Grants to share costs for UNM Medical Director services
• Agreement with Village of Milan to share costs for UNM Medical Director services

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions including a $2 million award for the Moquino Llano Bridge and various grant extensions. The board also authorized multiple equipment requisitions for the Sheriff and Laguna Fire Department and agreed to publish interest in the 515 W. High Street property.

• Approved $2,000,000 for Moquino Llano Bridge via NUDOT program (4-0)
• Approved requisitions including $171,682 for Laguna Fire Dept brush truck and $53,488.44 for Sheriff radio equipment (4-0)
• Approved construction phase services for County Road 18b Bridge Replacement (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-48 setting election worker compensation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-49 for the 2024 Holiday Schedule (4-0)
• Approved three LGRF CO-OP Grant Agreement extension requests (4-0)
• Approved serving as fiscal agent for Rio San Jose (4-0)
• Directed staff to publish interest in property at 515 W. High Street, Grants, NM (4-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several intergovernmental agreements with the Village of Milan and consider a general contractor for the County Road 5 Bridge Replacement. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for deputies and discussions regarding the 515 W. High Street property.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Milan for Milan Swimming Pool costs ($75,000)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Village of Milan for Rockin 66 Express Transit Program ($51,917)
• IFB # 2024-001 County Road 5 Bridge Replacement General Contractor consideration
• Sheriff’s Office vehicle radio package requisition ($24,743.47)
• Swearing in ceremony for deputies Tristan Howard, Miles Henry, Zane Cly, and Tommy Allapowa

The Board of Commissioners approved two intergovernmental agreements with the Village of Milan totaling $126,917. The board also adopted a new internal procurement policy and approved a vehicle radio package for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved Resolution 2023-45 Internal County Procurement Policy (3-0)
• Approved $75,000 agreement with Village of Milan for swimming pool operations (3-0)
• Approved $51,917 agreement with Village of Milan for Rockin 66 Express Transit Program (3-0)
• Approved proclamation for National Nurse Practitioner Week (3-0)
• Approved $24,743.47 requisition for Sheriff's Office vehicle radio package (3-0)
• Tabled IFB #2024-001 County Road 5 Bridge Replacement General Contractor (3-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to consider Resolution 2023-46. This resolution opposes the New Mexico Governor's unilateral suspension of statutory and constitutional civil rights.

• Consideration of Resolution 2023-46 regarding state-level civil rights suspensions

The Board of Commissioners met for a special session and approved Resolution 2023-46. This resolution opposes the New Mexico Governor's unilateral suspension of the statutory and constitutional civil rights of New Mexicans.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-46 opposing the New Mexico Governor's unilateral suspension of statutory and constitutional civil rights (3-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 2023-44. This resolution sets the property tax rates for the 2023 property tax year.

• Consideration of Resolution 2023-44 regarding 2023 property tax rates

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved five requisitions exceeding $20,000 for road materials and fire equipment. The approvals included funding for chip seal oils and chips for two county roads and fire hoses for the Candy Kitchen VFD.

• Approved $199,613.75 for HF Sinclair oils for chip seal on CR-33 (5-0)
• Approved $199,613.75 for HF Sinclair oils for chip seal on CR-48A (5-0)
• Approved $281,811.78 for C&E Concrete chips for CR-33 (5-0)
• Approved $281,811.78 for C&E Concrete chips for CR-48A (5-0)
• Approved $22,938.00 for Artesia Fire Equipment fire hoses for Candy Kitchen VFD (5-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an ordinance to update subdivision claim of exemption procedures. The meeting also includes discussions on regional drainage projects, budget reports, and several equipment requisitions.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2023-01 regarding Subdivision Claim of Exemption
• Purchase of RAM 1500 SSV Pkg for Sheriff’s Office for $86,896 (ARPA)
• Purchase of RAM 2500 Crew Pkg for Sheriff's Office for $53,127 (ARPA)
• HVAC maintenance for Public Safety Building for $23,441.84
• Lease consideration with Bluewater Water & Sanitation for the Bluewater Community Center

The Board of Commissioners approved several administrative resolutions, a new subdivision claim of exemption ordinance, and three high-value requisitions. A lease agreement for the Bluewater Community Center was tabled for further review.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 updating Subdivision Claim of Exemption requirements (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-42 supporting Utilization of Constitutional Referendum Process (3-1)
• Approved NWNM Council of Government contract for Drainage Master Plan Project management (4-0)
• Approved three LGRF CO-OP Agreements (Resolutions 23-39, 23-40, 23-41) (4-0)
• Approved USDA Wildlife Services Agreement (4-0)
• Approved $86,896 and $53,127 ARPA funds for two Sheriff's Office RAM trucks (4-0)
• Approved $23,441.84 for HVAC maintenance at the Public Safety Building (4-0)
• Tabled lease agreement with Bluewater Water & Sanitation for Bluewater Community Center (4-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider RFP No. 2023-007 for Annual Financial Audit Services. The agenda contains no other items for action or discussion.

• Consideration of RFP No. 2023-007 for Annual Financial Audit Services

The Board of Commissioners met for a special session to consider RFP No. 2023-007. The board voted to award the contract for annual financial audit services to Beasley Mitchell & Company.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Awarded RFP No. 2023-007 Annual Financial Audit Services to Beasley Mitchell & Company (4-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the FY24 final budget and the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on various contracts, including road projects and public health services.

• Consideration of a $230,627.00 requisition for an NFPA 1906 compliant brush truck for San Rafael Fire District
• Contract consideration for County Road 18b Road & Bridge Project with Compass Engineering & Construction Services, LLC
• Contract consideration for a 22X80 pre-manufactured bridge delivery to the CR-18b project site by True North
• Consideration of a contract with Roadrunner Public Health, Inc. for vector control services
• Proposed lease agreement with Bluewater Village Water & Sanitation District for office space at 4 Elm Street

The Board of Commissioners approved the FY24 final budget and the FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan. The board also authorized an animal control MOU with Valencia County and ratified participation in a legal matter. Several outside agency funding requests were denied.

• Approved FY24 Final Budget (4-0)
• Approved FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Valencia County regarding animal control and shelter (4-0)
• Approved Road Department attendance at NMDOT auction for snow removal equipment (4-0)
• Approved publishing of ordinance amending Subdivision Ordinance 2015-02 (4-0)
• Ratified participation in Catron County, et al. v. GSD (4-0)
• Denied funding requests for Cibola Arts Council, CCEDF, El Morro Area Arts Council, Grants Rodeo Association, and Ramah Navajo School Board
• No action taken on lease agreement with Bluewater Village Water & Sanitation District

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners approved the FY24 final budget and the FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan. The board also ratified participation in the Catron County, et al. v. GSD litigation and approved an animal control MOU with Valencia County.

• Approved FY24 Final Budget (4-0)
• Approved FY 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Valencia County regarding Animal Control and Shelter (4-0)
• Approved Road Department attendance at NMDOT auction for snow removal equipment (4-0)
• Approved publishing of ordinance amending Subdivision Ordinance 2015-02 (4-0)
• Ratified participation in Catron County, et al. v. GSD (4-0)
• Denied funding requests for Cibola Arts Council, CCEDF, El Morro Area Arts Council, Grants Rodeo Association, and Ramah Navajo School Board (No Second)
• No action taken on lease agreement with Bluewater Village Water & Sanitation District

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on July 7, 2023. The agenda includes the Assessor’s Annual Report by Jenna Rodriguez.

• Assessor’s Annual Report - Jenna Rodriguez

The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to approve the agenda and receive the County Assessor’s 2023 Annual Report. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (3-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including a loan application for a new El Morro Fire Department vehicle and the designation of 2024-2025 polling places. The meeting also includes discussions regarding engineering services for County Road 1 and substance abuse service contracts.

• Loan application to purchase a new fire vehicle for El Morro Fire Department
• RFP #2023-004 for County Road 1 Bridge and Road Repair Engineering Service
• Substance Abuse Treatment and Case Management Services Contract for Casa San Jose of Gallup, NM
• Resolution 2023-33 designating 2024 and 2025 statewide election polling places
• Staff direction regarding the transfer of Bluewater Community Center to Bluewater Water and Sanitation District

The Board of County Commissioners approved several resolutions including a loan for a new El Morro Fire Department vehicle and a service contract for Casa San Jose. The board also designated 2024-2025 polling places and appointed members to the Board of Registration. No action was taken regarding the transfer of the Bluewater Community Center or the 515 W. High Street property.

• Approved Resolution 2023-29 FY23 BAR 9 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-31 NM Finance Authority Revolving Loan Fund for new El Morro Fire Department vehicle (5-0)
• Approved RFP # 2023-004 County Road 1 Bridge and Road Repair Engineering Service (4-1)
• Approved Substance Abuse Treatment and Case Management Services Contract for Casa San Jose of Gallup, NM (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-33 designating 2024-2025 polling places and appointing the Board of County Commissioner as Canvass Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-34 appointing members to The Board of Registration (5-0)
• Tabled Assessor’s Annual Report
• No action taken on transfer of Bluewater Community Center or 515 W. High Street property

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including funding for a USDA Community Connect Grant application and bridge replacement projects on County Road 18b. The agenda also includes consideration of intergovernmental agreements regarding inmate housing and budget resolutions.

• Matching funds for USDA Community Connect Grant application
• IFB #2023-002: County Road 18b Pre-Manufactured Weathering Steel Bridge
• IFB #2023-003: County Road 18b Bridge Replacement General Contractor
• IGA between Cibola County and The Pueblo of Acoma for housing of inmates
• Motorola/Move to PSB/Dispatch requisition for $29,427.84

The Board of Commissioners approved two contracts for the County Road 18b bridge project totaling over $890,000. The board also approved the FY24 interim budget and a matching fund for a Community Connect Grant. An agreement with the Pueblo of Acoma for housing inmates was approved.

• Approved 15% matching for Community Connect Grant application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-30 FY24 Interim Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 FY23 BAR #8 (5-0)
• Awarded County Road 18b bridge steel bid to True North Steel for $215,704.00 (5-0)
• Awarded County Road 18b bridge general contractor bid to Compass Engineering & Construction Services, LLC for $674,376.82 (5-0)
• Approved MOU between Cibola County DWI Program and 13th Judicial District Adult Treatment Court & Drug Court (5-0)
• Approved IGA with Pueblo of Acoma for housing inmates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-28 for Moquino Road (CR-5) bridge and road improvements funding (5-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the FY22 final audit report and budget adjustment number 7. The meeting also includes discussions regarding property matters for 515 W. High Street and 4 Elm Street.

• Resolution 2023-24: Acceptance of FY22 Audit Report
• Resolution 2023-21: Budget Adjustment Number 7
• SHI/ HPE 23TB Server Upgrade for I.T. ($77,369.60)
• Melloy Dodge/Durango purchase for Sheriff ($42,403)
• School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with Grants-Cibola School District

The Board of Commissioners approved the FY22 audit report, a budget adjustment, and the 3rd quarter report. The board also authorized the start of negotiations for a School Resource Officer contract and approved two requisitions totaling over $119,000.

• Approved FY22 Audit Report (Resolution 2023-24) (5-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment Number 7 (Resolution 2023-21) (5-0)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Report (Resolution 2023-25) (5-0)
• Approved Annual Certified County Maintained Milage Report (Resolution 2023-26) (5-0)
• Approved starting negotiations for School Resource Officer contract with Grants School District (5-0)
• Approved $77,369.60 for SHI/HPE 23TB Server Upgrade (5-0)
• Approved $42,403 for Melloy Dodge/Durango/Sheriff (5-0)
• Directed County Manager to proceed with appraisal for 515 W. High Street and notify Bluewater Village of county ownership of 4 Elm Street (5-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several business items including a bridge span increase for County Road 5 and various high-value requisitions. The meeting also includes discussions on an opioid remediation agreement and potential relocation of the Magistrate Court.

• County Road 5 Project: $30,000 increase to ACROW Bridge purchase order to increase span from 70 ft. to 80 ft.
• Resolution 2023-22: Second extension request for NMDOT Local Government Transportation Project Fund grant for CR-18b
• Requisition: $20,894.33 for Artesia Fire Equipment/Wildfire Equip., Protective Gear and Clothing for Laguna Fire Dept.
• Requisition: $173,603.69 for Atmosphere Comm Interiors/PSB Furn./MMGR-Projects
• Requisition: $112,593 for Chalmer’s Ford/3-Ford Ranger Pickup Trucks/Road

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to consider authorizing the treasurer to move the current CDARS investment to the Local Government Investment Pool. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with call to order, roll call, pledge, prayer, and agenda approval.

• Consideration to authorize Treasurer to move current CDARS investment to Local Government Investment Pool

The Board of Commissioners convened as the Finance Board to authorize the County Treasurer to move current CDARS investments into the Local Government Investment Pool. The action was approved by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved authorization for Treasurer to move CDARS Investment to Local Government Investment Pool (4-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners will vote on a resolution opposing legislation that would restrict counties from contracting with private correctional facilities, and consider a $50,000 capacity building grant, a solid waste authority joint-powers agreement, and a change order for the CR-5 bridge and road project. The board will also approve several requisitions over $20,000 for fire equipment, police vehicle equipment, and IT hardware.

• Resolution 2023-19 opposing restrictions on county contracts with private correctional facilities
• Capacity Building Grant funding for $50,000
• Joint Powers Agreement with Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority
• Change Order #2 for CR-5 Bridge and Road Project (geophysics, data analysis, water storage tank rental)
• Requisitions over $20,000: Artesia Fire Equipment ($42,091.60), Enchanted Technology Solutions ($21,280.72), SHI server licenses ($20,930), DELL computers ($59,499.60)

The Board of Commissioners approved several requisitions for fire, police, and IT equipment, along with a budget adjustment and a grant. The commission also passed a resolution opposing legislation that would restrict counties from contracting with private correctional facilities.

• Approved $50,000 Capacity Building Grant funding (4-0)
• Approved JPA-NWNMRSWA-Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority agreement (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for CR-5 Bridge and Road Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-19 opposing restrictions on contracting with private correctional facilities (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-20 Budget Adjustment #6 (4-0)
• Approved $42,091.60 for Laguna Fire Dept equipment (4-0)
• Approved $21,280.72 for DWI Dept police vehicle equipment (4-0)
• Approved $30,745.00 for Bluewater Village VFD equipment (4-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners will consider two resolutions: one dedicating Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund money to road improvements, and another implementing wage increases for county employees. The board may also enter closed session to discuss pending litigation over a road obstruction at Vista Ridge Subdivision, real property, and personnel matters.

• Resolution 23-17 dedicating LATCF funding to Cibola County road improvements
• Resolution 23-18 implementing wage and salary increases for county employees
• Closed session discussion of Vista Ridge Subdivision road obstruction litigation
• Closed session discussion of real property and personnel matters

The Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions regarding county funding and employee pay. One resolution dedicates Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funding to road improvements, and the other implements wage and salary increases for county employees.

• Approved Resolution 23-17 dedicating Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Funding to road improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-18 implementing wage and salary increases for county employees (5-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on January 26, 2023. They will consider accepting a donated tower and building from Transwestern Pipeline, approving a public celebration permit for the Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon, and accepting a $50,000 capacity-building grant. Several requisitions over $20,000 for security and road equipment are also up for approval. The board will then enter executive session to discuss pending litigation regarding Vista Ridge Subdivision road obstruction, real property, and personnel matters.

• Consideration to approve donation of a tower and building from Transwestern Pipeline to the county.
• Consideration to approve a public celebration permit for the Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon.
• Consideration to approve $50,000 in Capacity Building Grant funding.
• Consideration of Resolution 2023-14 (FY23 State BAR 5) and Resolution 2023-15 (FY23 2nd Quarter Report).
• Requisitions over $20,000: $24,552.80 for door access kits at Planning & Development; $13,678.00 for CCTV upgrades at same location; $126,495.28 for fire alarm upgrades at Public Health; $13,596.94 for CCTV at Public Health; $39,901.78 for door access kits at Public Health; $22,455.00 for intrusion security at Road Department; and purchase of a road groom with implements for $24,063.00.

The Board of Commissioners approved several security and fire alarm installations for county offices and the purchase of a road groom. The board also accepted a donation of a tower and building from Transwestern Pipeline and approved three resolutions. A $50,000 Capacity Building Grant was tabled.

• Approved donation of tower and building from Transwestern Pipeline (3-0)
• Approved Mt. Taylor Winter Quadrathlon Public Celebration Permit (3-0)
• Tabled $50,000 Capacity Building Grant funding (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-14 FY 223 State BAR 5 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-15 FY23 224 Quarter Report (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-16 establishing Fiscal Agent policy (3-0)
• Approved $222,140.30 for security, fire alarm, and access kit installations at Planning & Development, Public Health, and Road Department locations (3-0)
• Approved $24,063.00 for Road Groom Manufacturing equipment (3-0)

Board Of Commissioners

The Cibola County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider a property tax rebate ordinance for low-income residents, restructure the commission, and approve several annual resolutions including delegation of authority, bank depositories, and CDBG plans.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #23-01 Property Tax Rebate Benefitting Low-income taxpayers
• Resolution 23-01 to restructure the County Commission and elect officers
• Consent agenda includes Resolution 23-02 delegating authority to County Manager
• Consent agenda includes CDBG resolutions for anti-displacement, citizen participation, and fair housing
• Resolution 23-13 authorizing FY24 DWI grant application and MOU with NMDFA

The Commission elected its Chairman and Vice Chairmen and approved several administrative resolutions. The board also authorized the submission of a FY24 DWI Grant application. No action was taken on the property tax rebate ordinance.

• Appointed Commissioner Torrez as Chairman, Commissioner Garcia as 1st Vice Chairman, and Commissioner Lowery as 2nd Vice Chairman (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 23-02 through 23-08 regarding manager authority, bank depositories, records, OMA, public participation, parliamentary procedures, and check signatures (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 23-09 through 23-12 regarding CDBG anti-displacement, citizen participation, Section 3, and Fair Housing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-13, Statement of Assurances, and MOU to submit FY24 DWI Grant Application (5-0)
• No motion taken on directing staff to publish Ordinance #23-01 Property Tax Rebate