Artesia public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances to amend salaries for the Mayor, Mayor Pro tem, City Council members, and the municipal judge. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a special use permit for Bulldog Billiards and several zoning and variance requests.

• Ordinance to amend salaries for Mayor, Mayor Pro tem, and City Council
• Ordinance to amend municipal judge's salary
• Special use permit for Bulldog Billiards at 1012 S. 13th St.
• Zone change from SA2 to SU1 at 2613 W. Richardson Ave.
• Variance request for property setbacks at 2109 W. Currier Avenue

City Council

The City Council meeting agenda includes the hiring of a wastewater assistant and a police officer cadet. The council will also ratify several hearing dates for December 12, 2023, regarding special use permits and zone changes.

• Hiring: Crystal Montes as Wastewater Assistant at $2,920 per month
• Hiring: Stephen W. Drake as Police Officer Cadet at $4,049.06 per month
• Public Hearing: Special use permit for Bulldog Billiards at 1012 S. 13th St.
• Public Hearing: Zone change from SA2 to SU1 for 2613 W. Richardson Ave.
• Ratification of NMDOT Traffic Safety Division grant agreement

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a rezoning request for property on W. Richardson Ave. and a variance request regarding setbacks in Plains Park. The meeting also includes a special use permit application for Bulldog Billiards.

• Case No. 23-101: Zone change from SA2 to SU1 at 2613 W. Richardson Ave.
• Case No. 23-102: Variance request for setbacks in Plains Park Amended Block 6
• Case No. 23-103: Special use permit request for Bulldog Billiards at 1012 S. 13th St.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the rescission of a resolution declaring 1304 S. Sandia Street a public menace. The agenda also includes discussions on municipal salary amendments, a city-wide employee retention stipend, and various infrastructure and personnel updates.

• Public hearing to rescind Resolution 1839 regarding the property at 1304 S. Sandia Street
• Consideration of a retention stipend for all City employees excluding certified first responders
• Approval of street closures on Richardson Street for 'Christmas on the Corner' on December 2, 2023
• Ratification of hiring for Wastewater Assistant (Reyes) and Custodian (Ortega)
• Proposed ordinance amendments to adjust salaries for the Mayor, Council members, and Municipal Judge

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding multiple rezoning and subdivision requests, including several plots within the Johnson Estate. The council will also review facility use requests and personnel updates.

• Zone change from R-1B to SU-1 for 409 W. Centre Avenue
• Subdivision of 10.38 acres at North of 3401 Johnson Road (Case No. 23-06)
• Subdivision of 10.06 acres West of 512 E. Castleberry Road (Case No. 23-07)
• Subdivision of 17.29 acres East of 3103 Johnson Road (Case No. 23-08)
• Subdivision of 8.34 acres Northeast of 3401 Johnson Road (Case No. 23-09)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to change the zoning of 409 W. Centre Avenue from single-family to special use. The meeting also includes reviews of four final plat requests for various land divisions owned by the Robert H. Johnson Estate.

• Zone change from R-1B to SU-1 at 409 W. Centre Avenue
• Subdivision of 10.38 acres north of 3401 Johnson Road
• Subdivision of 10.06 acres west of 512 E. Castleberry Road
• Subdivision of 17.29 acres east of 3103 Johnson Road
• Subdivision of 8.34 acres northeast of 3401 Johnson Road

City Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure and utility items, including a financial assistance application for the Water Trust Board and a powerline agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company. The agenda also includes reviewing facility use fees and potential budget adjustments.

• Resolution 1835: Application for financial assistance to the Water Trust Board
• Temporary Powerline/Mobile Substation Agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company
• Resolution 1836: Update to Facility Use Fees (rescinding Resolution 1824)
• Rec Grant application for a Ninja System at the Artesia Aquatic Center
• Resolution 1838: FY23-24 Budget Adjustment

The City Council approved several grant agreements, budget adjustments, and a new public records inspection procedure. The council also authorized a grant application for a Ninja System at the Aquatic Center and upheld an employee suspension in the Infrastructure Department.

• Approved Resolution 1835 to apply for Water Trust Board financial assistance for Bulldog Water Well
• Approved Temporary Powerline/ Mobile Substation Agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company
• Approved Resolution 1836 regarding Facility Use Fees
• Approved application for Rec Grant to purchase a Ninja System for Artesia Aquatic Center
• Approved Resolution 1837 adopting procedures for requesting inspection of public records
• Approved Resolution 1838 for FY23-24 Budget Adjustment
• Upheld an employee suspension in the Infrastructure Department (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including grant agreements with DFA and State Tourism Department

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to consider Ordinance 1115, which would approve the sale of real estate at 905 and 911 W. Main Street to WSCI LLC. The proposed contract includes conditions that the property be used for a retail restaurant or food service business.

• Proposed $160,000 purchase of 905 and 911 W. Main Street by WSCI LLC
• Ordinance 1115 regarding real estate contract approval
• Requirement for property use as a retail restaurant or food service business for at least 5 years
• $5,000 earnest money deposit with a $155,000 balance due at closing

The City Council approved Ordinance 1115 to sell four lots of real estate located at 905 and 911 W. Main Street to WSCI LLC. The sale price is $160,000.00, and the ordinance will take effect in 45 days.

• Approved Ordinance 1115 to sell 905 and 911 W. Main Street to WSCI LLC for $160,000.00 (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a request to vacate part of the 9th Street right-of-way between Main Street and Quay Avenue. The agenda also includes a proposal to annex 19.963 acres for the Park Place Subdivision with R-2 zoning.

• Ordinance for Case No. 23-03: Vacating east 15.53’ of 9th Street R.O.W. at 811 W. Main St and 812 W. Quay Ave
• Ordinance for Case No. 23-04: Annexation of 19.963 acres south of 2519 W. Hermosa Drive to R-2 zoning
• Approval of Joint Powers Agreement for School Resource Officers in Artesia Public Schools
• Fire Department over-hire consideration
• Use of Jaycee Park by Bulldogs Cross Country Boosters on October 28, 20 23

The City Council approved the vacation of a portion of 9th Street and authorized an overhire for the Fire Department. A request to annex and zone the Park Place Subdivision was tabled indefinitely. The council also approved a consent agenda covering personnel changes and facility requests.

• Approved Ordinance 1113 to vacate the east 15.53 feet of 9th Street between Main Street and Quay Avenue (6-0)
• Tabled indefinitely Ordinance 1114 regarding Park Place Subdivision annexation and R-2 zoning (6-0)
• Approved overhire in the Fire Department
• Approved use of Jaycee Park for Nightmare in Artesia 5K on Oct 28, 2023
• Ratified Mayor's approval for Artesia Mainstreet 'The Big Downtown Kick-off' street closure
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for School Resource Officers in Artesia Public Schools
• Approved hiring of Scott Moter (IT Administrator), Justin Benavidez (Water Technician), and Brenda Pitzer (Custodian)
• Ratified hiring of Carlos Bustamante (Garage Mechanic II) and Jordan Barwick (Firefighter/AEMT)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to change the zoning of 409 W. Centre Avenue from a single-family district to a special use zone. The commission will also receive a presentation regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Case No. 23-05: Zone change from R-1B to SU-1 at 409 W. Centre Avenue
• Comprehensive Plan Update presentation by Consensus Planning, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will consider several personnel changes, including updating job descriptions for detectives and reinstating a Water Foreman position. The agenda also includes reviewing the FY2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and discussing the sale of property at 10th and Main.

• Resolution 1834 regarding the FY2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan
• Request to reinstate the frozen Water Foreman position in the Water Department
• Approval of a Federal Aviation Administration Program Grant Agreement
• Permission to hold a hearing on August 24, 2023, for the sale of 10th and Main Property
• Memorandum of Understanding between Eddy County, Carlsbad, and Artesia for Opioid Settlement Funds

The City Council approved a new city brand logo and the FY2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. The council also authorized the reinstatement of a Water Foreman position and the addition of a City Planner to the classification plan.

• Approved FY2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 1834)
• Approved new city logo presented by Red Rocket
• Approved reinstatement of vacated Water Foreman position
• Approved Resolution 1833 to add City Planner to Classification Plan
• Approved updated job descriptions for Detective and Pecos Valley Task Force Agent
• Approved reimbursement to Artesia Special Hospital from Hellwig Trust Fund for heart monitoring equipment
• Approved Federal Aviation Administration Program Grant Agreement
• Approved ZenCare Family Wellness Center anniversary event request for August 19, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2023-2024 final budget and approving end-of-year adjustments. The agenda also includes a declaration of surplus city property for sale and several personnel changes.

• Adoption of Resolution 1830 for the 2023-2024 Final Budget
• Declaration of surplus lots at 10th and Main, 612 N Roselawn, and 401 Centre
• Approval of Resolution 1831 to authorize 75% PERA employee coverage
• Public hearing scheduling for 9th Street R.O.W. vacation and Park Place Subdivision annexation
• Personnel updates including promotions for Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic Kenneth Kilness

The City Council adopted the final 2023-2024 budget and authorized the sale of three surplus city-owned lots. The council also approved several personnel changes, a new IT classification, and a grant agreement with the Aging & Long-Term Service Department.

• Approved 2023-2024 Final Budget Adoption and 2022-2023 4th Quarter report (Resolution 1830)
• Declared lots on 10th and Main, 612 N Main, and 401 Centre as surplus for sale or disposal (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1831 to pick up 75% of PERA employee coverage
• Approved Resolution 1829 to add Senior IT Tech to the Classification plan
• Approved Resolution 1828 to Adopt Procurement Code
• Approved grant agreement between the Aging & Long-Term Service Department and the City
• Approved hiring of Michael Boutelle (Airport) and Sydnee Gonzales (F&A Clerk)
• Set public hearings for August 22, 2023, regarding Case No. 23-03 (vacation of 9th St R.O.W.) and Case No. 23-04 (Park Place Subdivision annexation)

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request to vacate a portion of the 9th Street right-of-way. The commission will also review an application to annex nearly 20 acres for the Park Place Subdivision.

• Vacation of the east 15.53 feet of 9th Street between Main Street and Quay Avenue
• Annexation of 19.963 acres for Park Place Subdivision
• Zoning designation request to General Residential District (R-2) for annexed land

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended two cases for City Council approval: a right-of-way vacation on 9th Street and the annexation and R-2 zoning of the Park Place Subdivision. The commission also approved the May 17, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to Council for vacation of east 15.53 feet of 9th Street R.O.W. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval to Council for annexation and R-2 zoning of Park Place Subdivision (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company for a temporary powerline and several resolutions to update city policies. The agenda also includes reviewing police and fire department statistics and updates on the local Lodger Tax.

• Agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company for a temporary powerline
• Resolution 1826 to amend the P-card (Procurement Card) System Policy and Procedure
• Resolution 1827 to amend Per Diem and Mileage policy
• Application for the New Mexico Fire Protection Grant
• Contract award to Sky Mark Refuelers, LLC

The City Council approved updates to the procurement card system and per diem/mileage policies. The council also authorized a grant application for fire protection and approved several personnel changes via a consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution 1826 increasing P-card transaction limits from $1,500 to $4,999
• Approved Resolution 1827 to amend per diem and mileage rates
• Approved application for New Mexico Fire Protection Grant
• Approved contract award to Sky Mark Refuelers, LLC
• Hired Victoria Thompson as COA Van Driver ($2,600 p/mo)
• Ratified hire of Emilio Bustos as Certified Firefighter/EMT-B ($4,799 p/mo)
• Accepted resignations of Corporal Barnabas Gonzales and Sergeant Christopher Larsen
• Postponed agreement with Southwestern Public Service Company for temporary powerline

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a zone change for NM Tiny Homes, LLC and an annexation of 32.882 acres near E. Compress Road. The agenda also includes several proposed amendments to the city's zoning regulations and employee practices.

• Zone Change (Case No. 2/01) from SA-2 to Business district for Lot 7, Block 2, Charley H. Smith Addition
• Annexation and M-1 Zoning (Case No. 23-02) of 32.882 acres between 103 and 117 E. Compress Road
• Amendment to allow open frame carports in front yard setbacks
• Amendment to include 'Model Home(s)' as permitted uses in R-1A and R-1B districts
• Amendment to allow home businesses that comply with the New Mexico Homemade Food Act

The City Council approved several zoning ordinances, including a land annexation and updates to regulations regarding carports, model homes, and home businesses. Council also approved a wastewater discharge permit for HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery and updated employee practice regulations.

• Approved Case No. 23-01 zoning change from Suburban acreage to Business district (6-0)
• Approved Case No. 23-02 annexation of 32.882 acres to Light industrial district (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1109 allowing open-frame carports to encroach into front yard setbacks (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1110 adding model homes as permitted uses in R-1A and R-1B districts (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1111 allowing home businesses conforming with NM Homemade Food Act (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1112 amending Employee Practices & Regulation sections 1-6-4 through 1-6-16 (6-0)
• Approved wastewater discharge permit for HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery (carried, Youtsey abstained)
• Approved hiring of William Johnson II as Uncertified Police Officer at $22.36/hr

City Council

The City Council is reviewing various city business including fuel purchase bids, personnel hires, and facility fee resolutions. The meeting also includes updates on police investigations and upcoming community events.

• Bid award for citywide fuel cards to Brewer Oil Company
• Bid award for citywide bulk fuel purchase to Pilot Thomas Logistics
• Resolution 1824 regarding Facility Use Fees
• Hiring of Chris Munoz as Parks Attendant Operator at $2,507 per month
• Hiring of Jason E. DeGray as Uncertified Police Officer at $22.36 per hour

The City Council approved Resolution 1824 to establish fees for the use of city facilities for private tournaments and non-league activities. The council also approved a consent agenda covering fuel contracts and several personnel actions. No action was taken following an executive session regarding the purchase of real property.

• Approved Resolution 1824 establishing facility use fees
• Approved fuel card contract for Brewer Oil Company
• Approved bulk fuel purchase contract for Pilot Thomas Logistics
• Approved hiring Chris Munoz (Parks Attendant Operator), Jason E. DeGray (Uncertified Police Officer), and Jessica Hope (Museum Supervisor)
• Ratified hires of Journey Roberson (Library Summer Reading Helper) and Dayton A. Durbin (Parks Attendant Operator)
• Approved promotions of Christopher Villegas (Certified Police Officer) and Christopher Rider (Police Sergeant)
• Approved temporary 10% pay increases for Jeni Waters (Museum) and Omar Acosta (Library)
• Approved demotion of Jamie Imai from Police Sergeant to Corporal

City Council

The City Council will consider the FY23-24 Interim Budget Resolution and several zoning ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes requests for city facility use and various personnel actions including new hires and promotions.

• Adoption of FY23-24 Interim Budget Resolution 182
• Task order approval for the Artesia Airport Taxiway project
• Zoning change for NM Tiny Homes, LLC at 112 S. 33rd Street
• Annexation and zoning to Light Industrial (M-1) near Compress Road
• Hiring of Planning Code Enforcement Officer II at $3,731.81 per month

City Council approved the FY2023-24 Interim Budget Resolution 1823 and a task order for the Artesia Airport Taxiway project. The council also scheduled several public hearings for June 27 regarding zoning changes and employee practice amendments.

• Approved FY2023-24 Interim Budget Resolution 1823
• Approved task order for Artesia Airport Taxiway project
• Approved ratification of law enforcement memorial at Baish Park (May 17, 2023)
• Approved Flag Day celebration on June 14, 2023, including street closures
• Approved appointment of Kevin Baggerly to the Library Board of Trustees
• Approved hiring of Jessie Dominguez, Alex Resendiz, Sheli Guillen, Felipe Salamanca, and Andrew Clough
• Approved setting public hearings for June 27 for five zoning ordinance changes
• Approved setting a public hearing for June 27 to amend Employee Practices & Regulation Ordinance 615

Planning and Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider a zone change for a lot south of 112 S. 33rd Street and an annexation of 32.882 acres near E. Compress Road. Additionally, the body will review a minor change to the Yates Farms PUD Land Use Master Plan and several amendments to the city's zoning regulations.

• Zone change from SA-2 to C for one lot south of 112 S. 33rd Street
• Annexation and M-1 zoning designation for 32.882 acres near E. Compress Road
• Minor change to Yates Farms PUD Land Use Master Plan regarding residential lot density
• Zoning amendment regarding open frame carport setbacks
• Zoning amendment defining and permitting model homes in R-1A and R-1B districts

The Commission unanimously recommended several zoning changes and code amendments to the City Council, including a business zone change and an industrial annexation. It also independently approved a minor land use change for the Yates Farms PUD.

• Recommended approval of zone change from Suburban acreage (SA-2) to Business (C) for NM Tiny Homes, LLC (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of annexation and Light Industrial (M-1) designation for ~32.882 acres (Unanimous)
• Approved minor change to Yates Farms PUD Land Use Master Plan to allow half to 1 acre lots (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendment to Section 9-9-2.F.9 to clarify carport setback rules (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendments to Sections 9-2-2 and 9-4-3 to permit model homes in R-1A and R-1B districts (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider requests for several community events, including a Mother's Day Market and a movie night. The agenda also includes discussions on the 20th Street Project and the presentation of the 2022-2023 audit.

• Street closure request for 2nd Street (between Richardson and the alley) for Mother's Day Market
• Presentation of the 2022-2023 audit and approval of Resolution 1822
• Discussion and direction to staff regarding Phase IV of the 20th Street Project
• Approval of contract with J & S Enterprise Trucking & Farm INC
• Hiring of an uncertified police officer at $22.36 per hour

The City Council approved requests for a Mother's Day Market, a youth football camp, and a movie night. The council also passed a consent agenda covering multiple board appointments, city hires, and police promotions.

• Approved Mother's Day Market on May 13, 2023, including street closure of 2nd Street
• Approved PFFL Pros Camp July 1-2, 2023, contingent upon insurance and future fee schedule
• Approved 'The Hang Out-Movie Night' for June 1, 2023, at City Hall Front Lawn/Baish Park
• Approved consent agenda including bid award to J & S Enterprise Trucking & Farm INC
• Reappointed Emma Salgado, Olympia Posey, Joyce Moore, and Claude Whisenhunt to Commission on Aging Advisory Council
• Appointed Lee Johnson and Juanita Salazar to Commission on Aging Advisory Council
• Appointed Jon W Syfred and Melissa Flores to the Library Board of Trustees
• Approved hiring of Stephan Najar (Police) and Carmen Saiz (F&A)

City Council

The April 25, 2023, agenda includes the ratification of a Blue Cross Blue Shield health and benefits package effective July 1, 2023. The meeting also covers various committee reports and departmental updates.

• Ratification of Blue Cross Blue Shield health and benefits package
• Approval of a 4-year contract between the City of Artesia and Live Earth
• Approval of annual CDBG Resolution 1821 and Federal Requirements
• Request for road closures on Main Street (2nd to 4th Street) for Comic Con on May 20th

The City Council approved a consent agenda including travel for police and fire employees and a CDBG resolution. The council also ratified a health and benefits package with Blue Cross Blue Shield effective July 1, 2023.

• Approved consent agenda (carried)
• Approved travel for 3 fire employees to Maryland Resuscitation Academy
• Approved travel for 1 police employee for IR 8000 online recertification
• Ratified travel for 10 fire employees to Region 3 conference in Ruidoso, NM
• Ratified travel for 1 police employee for online Redacting Records course
• Approved annual CDBG Resolution 1821 and Federal Requirements
• Approved payment of bills
• Ratified Blue Cross Blue Shield health and benefits package effective July 1, 2023 (carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss reinstating several frozen positions in the Water, Museum, and Streets/Parks departments. The agenda also includes a proposal for the demolition of the Armory Building on Centre and 4th Street.

• Request to use Downtown Main Street for 2nd Annual City of Champions Comic Con
• Proposal to demolish the Armory Building at Centre and 4th Street
• Reinstatement of frozen Water Tech, Museum Custodian, and Streets/Parks positions
• Approval of Budget Adjustment Resolution 1820
• Renewal of Industrial Park Lease Agreement for J & Jay, LLC

The City Council approved the demolition of the Armory building at Centre and 4th Street and passed Budget Adjustment Resolution 1820. The council also authorized the reinstatement of several frozen staff positions and approved the 2nd Annual City of Champions Comic Con. Additionally, the council confirmed the appointments of several city directors and chiefs.

• Approved demolition of Armory building on Centre and 4th Street
• Approved Budget Adjustment Resolution 1820
• Approved request for 2nd Annual City of Champions Comic Con to use Main Street (2nd to 4th) on May 20
• Approved reinstating frozen Water Tech and Custodian positions, and increasing Streets/Parks staffing from 11 to 13
• Approved 10-year lease renewal for J & Jay, LLC at 2801 N. Freeman Ave. and 208 Fletcher Road
• Approved hiring of Lucciano Molina as Wastewater Assist. ($2,507 p/mo)
• Accepted resignation of Museum Supervisor Michael Rebman effective April 14, 2023
• Confirmed appointments of City Clerk, HR Director, Infrastructure Director, Community Development Director, Fire Chief, and Police Chief

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on various personnel changes, including several new hires for safety, library, and administration. The agenda also covers requests for the use of city parks and training opportunities for city employees.

• Contract award for financial services to RBC Capital Markets, LLC
• Contract for Trans Aero Medicare Membership Project Grant agreement
• Hiring of Safety Coordinator at $4,166.67 per month
• Hiring of Library Clerk at $2,080 per month
• Promotion of Police Officer to $35.24 per hour

The City Council approved two requests for the use of city parks and passed a consent agenda including new hires, promotions, and contract awards. The council also discussed upcoming budget planning and potential improvements to Jaycee Park and a splash pad.

• Approved use of Martin Luther King Park/Roberts Park for Forever Free Fellowship (May 20, 2023)
• Approved use of Roberts Park Shelter and Restrooms for Alyssa Madrid (April 15, 2023)
• Approved contract for financial services to RBC Capital Markets, LLC
• Approved contract for Trans Aero Medicare Membership Project Grant agreement
• Approved hiring of Corrina Madril, Cullen Lowrey, Melissa Ochoa, and Audreana Sanchez
• Approved promotion of Stephen Devore to Police Officer
• Accepted resignations of Kenda Ferguson and Enrique Hernandez
• Approved travel and training for employees in Facilities Maintenance, Fire, Wastewater, Police, and Finance

City Council

The City Council is reviewing various city business including facility use requests, personnel hiring and resignations, and travel authorizations. The meeting also includes updates on police and fire department statistics and community development.

• CACNAIA Foundation request to use Artesia Aquatic Center and Eagle Draw Park on May 20, 2023
• Approval of on-call Engineering & Architectural Contracts
• Appointment of Brienne Green and Emily Townsend to the Historical Museum Commission
• Hiring of a Police Officer at $24.95 per hour
• Hiring of a Solid Waste Equipment Operator at $2,700 per month

The City Council approved the use of city facilities for the CACNAIA Foundation Color Run on May 20, 2023. The council also passed a consent agenda including several new hires, commission appointments, and a budget adjustment. No action was taken following an executive session regarding pending litigation.

• Approved CACNAIA Foundation Color Run use of Aquatic Center and Eagle Draw Park
• Approved appointment of Brienne Green to Historical Museum Commission
• Approved appointment of Emily Townsend to Historical Museum Commission
• Approved Budget Adjustment resolution 1819
• Approved hiring of Kenda Ferguson (Police Officer), Danny Barrera (Equipment Operator), and Cheramie Robinson (Animal Control Officer I)
• Ratified hiring of Pablito Pineda, Jeni Waters, Brenda Carrasco, and Darcee Carlile
• Approved on-call Engineering & Architectural Contracts
• Approved various employee travel and training requests

City Council

The Artesia City Council is holding a special two-day retreat at The Lodge in Cloudcroft to discuss city operations and long-term planning. Topics include a finance presentation from the City Clerk, infrastructure updates, court and fire department needs, community development projects, and police department issues. The retreat also covers economic development, housing, and a vision discussion.

• Fire department staffing, station distribution, apparatus replacement, and ISO classification
• Overhaul of zoning regulations and preparation of a new comprehensive plan
• Building a new community/recreation center and a new City Hall
• Demolition of burned and unsafe buildings and property cleanup
• Police department crime stats, fleet, animal shelter issues, and personnel recruiting/retention

The City Council conducted a two-day vision retreat focused on strategic planning and department updates. No major decisions were made as the meeting was designated for discussion rather than formal action. The council identified several action items for future planning regarding budget reform, infrastructure, and economic development.

• Identified budget reform goals including strategic planning and reserve limits
• Tasked Water Dept to estimate costs for new lead and copper regulations
• Tasked Solid Waste to consider process changes to reduce costs
• Tasked Infrastructure to formalize street maintenance and fleet replacement
• Proposed demolition of burned and unsafe homes/buildings
• Proposed marketing of the Armory Property
• Proposed creation of a Housing Incentive Plan
• Proposed exploring a 'Pod Park' for entrepreneurs

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on whether to approve a Restaurant A Beer and Wine Liquor License for Touch Down Barbeque at 811 W Main Street. The council will also consider mid-year budget adjustments, a three-year internet service contract with PVT, and several personnel actions including resignations and hires.

• Public hearing on Touch Down Barbeque LLC's application for a Restaurant A Beer and Wine Liquor License at 811 W Main Street
• Consideration and approval of mid-year capital and budget requests for FY 2022-2023
• Consideration and approval of Resolution 1818 Budget Adjustment for FY 2022-2023
• Approval of a three-year Internet Service Contract between PVT and the City of Artesia
• Approval of reappointments of Patricia Perez and Jimmy Bustamante to the Woodbine Cemetery Board

The City Council approved a beer and wine liquor license for Touch Down Barbeque and passed a mid-year budget adjustment. The council also approved several personnel changes and facility use requests via a consent agenda.

• Approved Restaurant A— Beer and Wine Liquor License for Touch Down Barbeque (8-0)
• Approved mid-year capital and budget requests for FY 2022-2023
• Approved Resolution 1818 Budget Adjustment for FY 2022-2023
• Approved three-year Internet Service Contract between PVT and City of Artesia
• Approved reappointment of Patricia Perez and Jimmy Bustamante to Woodbine Cemetery Board
• Approved use of Jaycee Park for Family Reunion on June 24, 2023
• Approved use of Heritage Plaza for 24th Annual Main Event Car Show
• Approved travel and training for Police, Finance, Executive, and Recreation employees

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes awarding a bid for storage pond lining and sludge disposal to J & H Services, Inc., and hiring five uncertified firefighters. The meeting also includes discussion of setting a regular meeting date and a retreat in Cloudcroft. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Award of bid for City of Artesia Storage Pond Lining & Sludge Disposal to J & H Services, Inc.
• Hiring of five uncertified firefighters at $4,264.91 per month each
• Discussion and approval to set regular meeting on February 14th and retreat February 24th-26th in Cloudcroft, NM

City Council approved a consent agenda including a bid for storage pond lining and the hiring of five uncertified firefighters. The council also scheduled its next regular meeting and a retreat in Cloudcroft, NM.

• Approved consent agenda including bid for Storage Pond Lining & Sludge Disposal to J & H Services, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved hiring five Uncertified Firefighters: Gabriel Villalobos, Andres Arebalos, David Gerle, Maverick Grimm, and Keifer Klein (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills (7-0)
• Approved regular meeting for February 14 and retreat for February 24-26 in Cloudcroft, NM (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on transferring Canopy Liquor License No. 1327 to Los Agaves Restaurant at 611 N 8th Street. They will also vote on an ordinance to opt into the Regular Local Election for municipal officers. The consent agenda includes hiring, resignations, and a facilities management agreement.

• Public hearing on transfer of Canopy Liquor License No. 1327 to Los Agaves, LLC at 611 N 8th Street
• Ordinance to opt into the Regular Local Election for municipal officers
• Resolution 1815 amending paid holidays for employees
• Facilities Management Agreement between City of Artesia and Sports Facilities Management, LLC
• Resolution 1816 for Local Government Planning Fund Grant application

The City Council approved a liquor license transfer for Los Agaves Restaurant and passed resolutions regarding employee holidays and open meetings. A proposed ordinance to opt into regular local elections for municipal officers was tabled. The council also approved a grant application for a local government planning fund.

• Approved Canopy Liquor License No. 1327 transfer to Los Agaves, LLC (6-2)
• Approved Resolution 1815 adding MLK Day and Veterans Day as paid holidays (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1816 for local government Planning Fund Grant application (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 1817 adopting an Open Meetings Resolution (8-0)
• Tabled ordinance to opt into Regular Local Election for municipal officers (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ratification of three hires and five resignations (8-0)
• Approved agreement with New Mexico State Library to administer grants in aid (8-0)