Roswell, NM

Regular City Council Meeting

Special Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss limited personnel matters involving the city manager and the finance department. Following the closed session, the council will take action on those personnel matters. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Closed session under NMSA 1978 10-15-1H(2) for city manager personnel matters
• Closed session under NMSA 1978 10-15-1H(2) for finance department personnel matters
• Action items resulting from both closed sessions
• Agenda approval item

Finance Committee

The Roswell Finance Committee is meeting to review monthly department reports, receive a flood disaster update, and consider several action items. These include a $105,757.83 septic system purchase, a $2,000,000 FEMA claims consulting contract, and resolutions on surplus property, transit funding, and unauthorized disbursements. The committee will also discuss creating an internal LEDA fund and hear an internal auditor discussion.

• Budget adjustment of $55,757.83 and purchase of new septic system from TLC for $105,757.83 using state contract 30-00000-23-00084BA
• Resolution 26-XX to dispose of surplus property
• Budget adjustment of $2,000,000 and purchase of FEMA claims consulting from DRS (Disaster Recovery Services)
• Resolution 26-XX on Roswell Transit FY2028 Financial Commitment
• Resolution 26-XX regarding new multi-generational area, Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park

Legal Committee

The Roswell Legal Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several items, including a resolution for a new multi-generational area at Spring River Zoo, a 5-year lease with the Roswell Invaders, and the sale of Hangar 91. The agenda also includes tabled items on a Keep Roswell Beautiful resolution, a public hearing for the Hangar 91 sale, and a proposed change to City Council compensation. Several monthly reports and discussions on constituent services and remote meeting appearances are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 26-XX: New Multi-Generational Area at Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park
• Lease agreement with The Roswell Invaders for a 5-year period
• Ordinance 26-XX: Sale of Hangar 91 at 99 Will Rogers Rd (21,544 sq ft) for $250,000
• Ordinance 26-XX: Amend Chapter 2 of Administrative Code on City Council compensation structure
• Tabled: Keep Roswell Beautiful Resolution 26-XX

Flood Recovery Task Force

The Roswell Flood Recovery Task Force is meeting to approve minutes from July and receive updates on non-action items, including museum history, CDBG-DR infrastructure investments, the financial plan, and map updates. No votes on substantive items are scheduled.

• Approval of July 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Update on CDBG-DR Infrastructure Investment Projects
• Financial plan discussion
• Map updates presentation

Public Safety Committee

The Roswell Public Safety Committee will meet to review monthly reports from emergency management, community development, dispatch, fire, and police departments. The only decision item is a resolution recommending the creation of a multi-generational area including The Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park.

• Recommend Resolution 26-XX for multi-generational area with The Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park

Airport Advisory Commission

The Roswell Airport Advisory Commission will meet to receive reports on airport operations, including a $2 million Rural Air Service Enhancement grant, and to review ongoing capital projects. The commission will also discuss rules, regulations, and draft minimum standards, and hear public comments.

• Received $2M Rural Air Service Enhancement (RASE) grant for 2026
• Project updates: ADB Lighting & Electrical Vault, Master Plan & ALP, BLM Taxiway, Taxiway Charlie, CIP 2026, Terminal Restrooms & Generator, SE Waterline, Museum Taxiway and Gate
• 2024 Flood Damage Repair Report
• Challenger Drive Drainage update
• Commission review of draft Minimum Standards

Special Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including placing a one-fourth of one percent local economic development gross receipts tax on the November 3, 2026 ballot, and authorizing a public hearing on the related ordinance. The council will also elect a Mayor Pro Tem, affirm financial support for MainStreet Roswell, and approve a budget adjustment to purchase a waste shredder for $1,248,845.90.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tem
• Resolution 26-51: Affirming financial support for MainStreet Roswell and the New Mexico MainStreet Program
• Budget adjustment and purchase of TANA Shark DT Waste Shredder from Four Rivers Equipment for $1,248,845.90
• Resolution 26-41: Putting one-fourth of one percent local economic development gross receipts tax on November 3, 2026 ballot
• Ordinance 26-10: Authorizing advertisement for public hearing on local economic development gross receipts tax

Infrastructure Committee

The Roswell Infrastructure Committee will consider recommending approval of a budget adjustment and purchase of a new septic system, and a resolution regarding a new multi-generational area at the Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park. The agenda also includes open discussion on sewer rate structure and department reports from Fleet & Solid Waste, Transit, Streets, Special Electronics, Utilities, and Engineering. Reports from Cemetery, Parks, and Zoo were not submitted.

• Budget adjustment of $55,757.83 and septic system purchase of $105,757.83 from TLC using state contract 30-00000-23-00084BA
• Resolution 26-XX regarding a new multi-generational area at Spring River Zoo, Roswell Adult Center, and Peppermint Park
• Open discussion on sewer rate structure
• Department reports: Fleet & Solid Waste, Transit, Streets, Special Electronics, Utilities, Engineering

Regular City Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 13, 2026, covering consent items, public hearings, and new business. Key actions include approving a Ward 2 council vacancy appointment, liquor license transfers and a new brewery license, and multiple budget adjustments and resolutions. The agenda also includes several lodgers' tax funding requests for local events and a closed session for legal and union negotiations.

• Budget adjustment of $241,869.40 for Fine Arts Insurance Claim proceeds and flood-damaged museum collection conservation
• Budget adjustment of $48,000.00 for Top Flight Tavern funding
• Resolution 26-46 mandating cleanup of approximately 20 properties for weeds
• Resolution 26-47 requiring removal or demolition of 2 dilapidated structures
• Lodgers' Tax request of $300,000 for National Championship Air Races 2027 sponsorship

Finance Committee

The Roswell Finance Committee will meet on August 6, 2026, to review and vote on multiple budget adjustments, including a $1,256,509.40 waste shredder purchase and $300,000 in lodgers' tax funding for the National Championship Air Races. The committee will also consider approving uncollected accounts totaling $51,749.37 and a $192,930 budget adjustment for City Hall elevator modernization.

• $1,256,509.40 for TANA Shark DT Waste Shredder via CES Contract #2022-10-C102-ALL
• $300,000 lodgers' tax funding for National Championship Air Races 2027 sponsorship
• $192,930 budget adjustment for City Hall elevator modernization (Otis Elevator Company)
• $78,000 budget adjustment for Top Flight Tavern funding
• $51,749.37 removal of uncollected accounts from accounts receivable

Legal Committee

The Legal Committee will consider recommending approval to advertise for a public hearing on Ordinance 26-XX, which would adopt a local economic development act local option gross receipts tax, and a related resolution to put a one-fourth of one percent gross receipts tax on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Other regular items include an ordinance to amend fines and penalties citywide and a resolution to require removal or demolition of two dilapidated structures. Tabled items include resolutions on Keep Roswell Beautiful, council compensation, and the sale of Hangar 91 for $250,000.

• Consider recommending resolution to place a 1/4% local option gross receipts tax on the November 3, 2026 ballot
• Consider recommending ordinance to adopt a local economic development act local option gross receipts tax
• Consider recommending ordinance to amend fines and penalties throughout the City's Code of Ordinances
• Consider recommending resolution requiring removal or demolition of two dilapidated structures
• Consider recommending ordinance authorizing sale of Hangar 91 (21,544 sq ft) at 99 Will Rogers Rd for $250,000

Special Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council will consider approving a resolution to place a one-fourth of one percent local economic development gross receipts tax on the November 3, 2026 ballot, along with an ordinance to advertise a public hearing on the tax. The council also will vote on year-end budget adjustments, the final quarter financial report, and the adoption of the FY2026-2027 final budget. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters in the police and finance departments.

• Resolution 26-41: Putting a one-fourth of one percent local economic development gross receipts tax on the November 2026 ballot.
• Ordinance 26-10: Authorizing advertisement for a public hearing to consider adopting a local economic development gross receipts tax.
• Resolution 26-44: Adopting the City of Roswell Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
• Resolution 26-42: Authorizing the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 year-end budget adjustment.
• Closed session pursuant to NMSA 1978 § 10-15-1H(2) to discuss personnel matters in the Police and Finance Departments.

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider recommending a budget adjustment and purchase order for elevator repairs at City Hall. The body will also discuss participation in a state funding program and receive reports from various city departments.

• Budget adjustment of $192,930.00 for Otis Elevator Company to modernize the City Hall elevator
• Resolution 26-XX for participation in FY 2027 LGRF NMDOT funding program

Flood Recovery Task Force

The Flood Recovery Task Force will meet to review and discuss an overview of FEMA projects. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 17, 2026, meeting.

• FEMA Projects Overview and Discussion
• Approval of June 17, 2026, meeting minutes

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review requests for new police and fire department equipment. The body is considering the purchase of several specialized vehicles and medical devices, as well as a resolution regarding dilapidated structures.

• Purchase of one 2025 F-Series 4x4 Brush Truck from Medic Built, LLC for $285,000
• Purchase of one Ford E-450 XL Bariatric Ambulance from MEDIX, Specialty Vehicles LLC for $250,411.20
• Purchase of a bariatric transport gurney, performance-load gurney, and cardiac monitor from Stryker Sales for $94,783.02
• Request to use budgeted funds for a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Roswell Police Department
• Resolution requiring the removal or demolition of two dilapidated structures

Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on adopting a new Comprehensive Master Plan and consider several ordinances related to industrial bonds and flood damage loans. The body is also reviewing a zoning annexation for an XCEL ENERGY service center and budget allocations for city infrastructure.

• Adoption of the 2026 Comprehensive Master Plan to replace the 2016 version
• Allocation of $1,850,000 for stormwater flow improvements at the Air Center
• Purchase order of $595,675 for collection item conservation by The Conservation Center
• Proposed annexation of 9.56 acres at 402 E Brasher Road for XCEL ENERGY
• Public hearing for a liquor license for Gelis Mexican Restaurant at 2601 N. Main Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several budget adjustments and purchase orders, including funding for emergency dispatch services and public safety facilities. The body is also considering a resolution for CDBG funding and an ordinance to amend purchasing procedures.

• Allocation of $1,850,000 for site grading and drainage improvements at the Air Center
• Purchase order of $595,675 for The Conservation Center to conserve 291 collection items
• Budget approval of $500,000 for the plan and design of the Roswell First Response Center
• Budget adjustment of $269,115 for three contracted dispatcher positions
• Proposed Ordinance 26-04 to amend the City of Roswell's Purchasing Procedures

Special Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting Resolution 26-29, which authorizes submitting the Fiscal Year 2028-2032 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP) for state funding consideration. This is the sole substantive item on the special meeting agenda.

• Resolution 26-29: adoption authorizing submittal of the FY 2028-2032 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP)

Legal Committee

The Roswell Legal Committee will meet to consider approving a purchase agreement for a city property, a lease for the Air Center, and a resolution regarding city compensation. The committee will also review a proposed ordinance to amend purchasing procedures and a resolution to replace the city's comprehensive master plan.

• Consider approval of purchase sale agreement for 212 E 12TH ST
• Consider lease for building 100 at Roswell Air Center
• Consider advertising public hearing for City Council compensation structure
• Consider advertising public hearing for sale of Hangar 91 at 99 Will Rogers Rd for $250,000
• Consider advertising public hearing for Ordinance 26-04 amending Purchasing Procedures

Flood Recovery Task Force

The Flood Recovery Task Force will meet to approve minutes from May 27, 2026. The body will discuss several non-action items related to flood recovery and planning.

• FEMA Project Tracker
• Financial Plan
• Substantial Damage Claims
• Drainage Study

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from AMR, emergency management, dispatch, community development, fire, and police departments. They will consider recommending a public hearing for an ordinance to amend fines and penalties citywide, a resolution to demolish four dilapidated structures, a $10,000 budget adjustment for police CASA use, and a $500,000 budget approval for the design of the Roswell First Response Center. The committee will also approve minutes from its April 16, 2026 meeting.

• Consider recommending public hearing for Ordinance 26-XX to amend fines and penalties throughout City Code
• Resolution requiring removal or demolition of four dilapidated structures
• Proposed budget adjustment of $10,000 for police professional services for CASA use
• Budget approval of $500,000 for plan and design of Roswell First Response Center

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider a recommendation for Resolution 26-XX to support a funding application to the New Mexico Department of Finance. The meeting also includes reports from various city departments.

• Resolution 26-XX: support for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding application

Regular City Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council will vote on several items, including authorizing advertisements for public hearings on ordinances related to a flood damage loan, water/sewer bond refunding, and industrial revenue bonds for the Gallagher Solar LLC project. They will also decide on resolutions adopting a five-year infrastructure capital improvements plan, a budget adjustment, and a mandate to clean up weed-covered properties. Appointments to the Museum Board, Flood Recovery Task Force, and Planning and Zoning Commission are also on the agenda.

• Proposed Ordinance 26-06: loan agreement with New Mexico Finance Authority for flood damage improvement projects
• Proposed Ordinance 26-07: refunding Series 2017 Joint Water & Sewer Improvement Bonds
• Resolution 26-31: budget adjustment for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026
• Resolution 26-29: adoption of FY 2028-2032 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP)
• Proposed Ordinance 26-05: authorizing advertisement for hearing on Industrial Revenue Bonds for Gallagher Solar LLC Project

City Council Workshop

The City Council will hold a workshop to present and discuss the City of Roswell Comprehensive Master Plan 2026. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation and discussion of the City of Roswell Comprehensive Master Plan 2026

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear reports on golf, visitor center, public affairs, museum, library, lodgers tax, and cannabis excise tax. Action items include considering a resolution to apply for NMFA financial assistance and an ordinance for a flood-damage loan agreement, along with bond redemption, refunding of Series 2017 bonds, and a budget adjustment to purchase 77.8 acres for wastewater expansion. Tabled items include a purchasing procedures ordinance and a $75,000 MainStreet Roswell funding request.

• Consider Resolution 26-XX to authorize NMFA financial assistance application
• Consider Ordinance 26-XX for loan agreement on flood damage improvement projects
• Consider Resolution 26-XX to redeem Outstanding Joint Water and Sewer Improvement Revenue Bonds
• Consider budget adjustment and purchase agreement for 77.8 acres of irrigated farmland for wastewater expansion
• Consider MainStreet Roswell funding request of $75,000 for Fiscal Year 2027 (tabled)

Airport Advisory Commission

The commission will receive reports on air center operations, flight operations, and airport security. The meeting includes updates on several infrastructure projects and reviews of airport rules and revenue support.

• Project updates for ADB Lighting & Electrical Vault, Master Plan & ALP, and BLM Taxiway
• Updates on Terminal Restrooms & Generator, SE Waterline, and Museum Taxiway and Gate
• 2024 Flood Damage Repair and Challenger Drive Drainage reports
• Review of Airport Rules and Regulations
• Discussion on security costs and airline revenue support

Legal Committee

The Legal Committee will review several resolutions and ordinances for recommendation to the City Council. Key topics include city procurement policies, bond issuances, and the management of vacant properties.

• Purchase and sale agreement for 77.8 acres of irrigated farmland for wastewater department expansion
• 1-year lease for Red Mountain Arsenal LLC for building 60 at the Roswell Air Center
• Ordinance to amend fines and penalties throughout the City of Roswell's Code of Ordinances
• Loan agreement with NMFA for flood damage improvement projects
• Redemption of Outstanding Joint Water and Sewer Improvement Revenue Bonds

Flood Recovery Task Force

The Flood Recovery Task Force will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The group will also discuss FEMA project tracking, a financial plan, substantial damage claims, and a drainage study.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• FEMA Project Tracker review
• Financial Plan discussion
• FEMA Substantial Damage Claims review
• Drainage Study discussion

Special City Council Meeting

The Roswell City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. If approved, the budget will be submitted to the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration, Local Government Division.

• Resolution 26-27: Approval of the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

Special Finance Committee

The Special Finance Committee will meet to consider and approve Resolution 26-XX. This resolution concerns the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 and its submission to the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration.

• Resolution 26-XX: Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027