Artesia public meetings in 2024
29 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Artesia City Council will consider setting two public hearings for January 14, 2025: one on a variance to replat a lot at 401 W Dallas Ave, and another on amending the City's Economic Development Plan Ordinance. The council will also vote on applying for an Assistance to Firefighter Grant, approving a sewer averaging schedule, and adopting a budget adjustment resolution (Resolution 1892). The consent agenda includes hiring five new employees and ratifying two firefighter hires, as well as approving a grant amendment and an MOU with the State Fire Marshal's Office.
- Consideration to set a public hearing for Case No. 24-03, a variance to replat Lot 1 and East 16.67' of Lot 3, Block 52 at 401 W Dallas Ave (Blue Revocable Trust).
- Consideration to set a public hearing to amend the City of Artesia Economic Development Plan Ordinance, including application requirements and review criteria.
- Consideration and approval to apply for the Assistance to Firefighter Grant.
- Consideration and approval of sewer averaging schedule.
- Consent agenda includes hiring 5 new employees and ratifying 2 firefighters, plus approval of Grant Agreement Amendment No. 2 ($561,384 additional allocation) and MOU with State Fire Marshals Office.
The Artesia City Council approved the consent agenda with several items pulled for discussion, including hiring a senior IT tech and accepting a firefighter termination. They also approved a budget adjustment resolution, set public hearings for a variance and an economic development plan amendment, and approved a one-time sewer averaging change.
- Approved consent agenda minus items 5-A-5, 5-F-2, 5-F-3, 5-F-4 (6-0)
- Approved hiring Cristina Salazar-Guerrero as Senior IT Tech (6-0)
- Approved termination of Dylan King, Firefighter Uncertified (6-0)
- Approved retirements of Billy Norman and Randall Espinoza (6-0)
- Approved Resolution 1892 Budget Adjustment for 2024-2025 (6-0)
- Set public hearing for Jan 14, 2025 on variance at 401 W. Dallas Ave (6-0)
- Approved one-time sewer averaging change excluding November (6-0)
- Set public hearing for Jan 14, 2025 to amend Economic Development Plan Ordinance (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss city department reports and personnel changes. A key agenda item is the consideration and approval of Resolution 1891 regarding a budget adjustment for the 2024-2025 budget.
- Resolution 1891: Budget Adjustment to the 2024-2025 Budget
- Resignation of Maria Pere, Maintenance Tech, Commission on Aging
- Retirement of Robert Thompson, Garage Supervisor
- Termination of Briana Rojo, Code Enforcement Officer
- Travel requests for Police and Finance employees to attend training in Carlsbad and Albuquerque
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider and provide recommendations on two land use cases. These include a variance to replat specific lots and a preliminary subdivision for Park Place Subdivision Unit 1.
- Case No. 24-03: Variance to Replat Lot 1 & East 16.67’ of Lot 3, Block 52 (401 W Dallas & 606 S 4th St)
- Case No. 24-04: Preliminary Park Place Subdivision Unit 1 (47.651 acres)
City Council
The Artesia City Council will consider a budget reallocation to remodel 702 W Chisum for Finance and IT Department offices, and vote on Resolution 1890 creating a new fund with budget adjustments. The consent agenda includes hiring of firefighters, a police community service officer, and a water technician, as well as termination of three employees. An executive session is scheduled for limited personnel matters in the Infrastructure Department.
- Consideration and approval of reallocating budget from City Hall Remodel to remodel 702 W Chisum for Finance and IT offices
- Resolution 1890 creating a new fund and providing for budget adjustments to the 2024-2025 budget
- Consent agenda hires: firefighters Andrew West, Dylan King, Garrett Webb; police CSO Arriana I. Reyes; water tech Andres Archuleta
- Consent agenda ratifications: hire of firefighter Joshua Tubbs, promotions of police corporals Erica Flott and Anthony Heady
- Terminations accepted: water technician Uriel Hernandez, maintenance tech Rodolfo Dominguez, custodian Sheryl Ortega
City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including a water project loan/grant agreement and a $1.6 million waterline replacement contract. A public hearing period is scheduled, but no specific ordinances are listed for final passage. Other items include grant agreements, a festival permit, budget adjustments, and approval of prior minutes and personnel actions.
- Resolution 1886 authorizing a Water Project Fund Loan/Grant Agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority
- Approval of bid award to J&H Services for the Grand Avenue Waterline Replacement project ($1,638,150)
- Resolution 1887 to approve a grant agreement with the State of New Mexico Environment Department
- Resolution 1888 for the Balloons, Bands, & Brews Festival on November 1, 2024
- Resolution 1889 providing for budget adjustments to the 2024-2025 budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Items include a request to amend Resolution 1883 adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, approval of a design for a pavement mural in Heritage Plaza, and a public celebration permit for the Balloons, Bands, & Brews festival. The consent agenda includes a bid award for the Richardson & 2nd Street Reconstruction project, personnel actions, and police training requests. An executive session is scheduled for pending litigation.
- Consideration to amend Resolution 1883, adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Approval of a proposed design for a modern pavement mural in Heritage Plaza circle area
- Request from NMRLD for a public celebration permit for Balloons, Bands, & Brews festival at Pecos Flavors Winery
- Consent agenda includes award of bid to Constructors, Inc. for Richardson & 2nd Street Reconstruction project
- New request from HF Sinclair for a Veterans Mission Artesia 5k Run/Walk on Nov. 9, 2024, with street closure
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider and possibly approve Resolution 1883 to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with a $125,000 capital appropriation agreement, a resolution to amend the Safety Pay Policy, and an executive session for purchasing real property. Prior meeting minutes from September 10, 2024, are included, which show approvals of annexations and other routine business.
- Consideration and approval of Resolution 1883 adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Consideration and approval of Resolution 1884 to amend the Safety Pay Policy
- Ratification of a $125,000 capital appropriation agreement with DFA/LGD and City of Artesia for project 24-I2953
- Executive session to discuss purchase of real property under NM Open Meetings Act
- Approval of consent agenda including hiring, resignations, and travel and training requests
The Artesia City Council approved Resolution 1883 to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, updating the previous 2017 plan. The council also approved Resolution 1884 to amend the Safety Pay Policy, with police changes scheduled to begin in 2025. The consent agenda was approved, including ratification of a $125,000 capital appropriation agreement and acceptance of a firefighter resignation.
- Approved Resolution 1883 to adopt 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Approved Resolution 1884 to amend Safety Pay Policy
- Approved consent agenda including $125,000 DFA/LGD capital appropriation agreement
- Accepted resignation of Firefighter Darcee Carlile effective September 14, 2024
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 1136 to annex and zone a 16.96-acre parcel for Park Place Subdivision. Two annexation petitions to the Municipal Boundary Commission—for 69.79 acres and 244.37 acres—are up for approval. The council will also consider budget adjustments, a new IT position, and the Red Dirt Black Gold event.
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 1136 for Park Place Subdivision annexation and R-2 zoning (16.96 acres south of 2519 W. Hermosa Drive)
- Consideration of Resolution 1881 for budget adjustments to the 2024-2025 budget
- Consideration of Resolution 1882 approving the Red Dirt Black Gold event on September 28, 2024
- Petition to annex 69.79 acres (a county island) and 244.37 acres north of Richey to the New Mexico Municipal Boundary Commission
- Consent agenda includes an Aviation Grant Agreement (NMDOT) for Reconstruct Taxiway A and personnel hires/promotions
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss criteria for the service and consumption of alcohol on city property and review requests for community events. The body is also considering a resolution to amend the 401(A) Money Purchase Plan.
- Resolution 1879: Criteria for alcohol service and consumption on city-owned property
- Resolution 1869: Amending the 401(A) Money Purchase Plan E87 with First American Bank
- Request for Artesia Rotary to install Library Boxes in city parks and properties
- Public celebration permit for Red Dirt Black Gold festival at Balzano Family Vineyard, Drylands Brewing Co., and Downshift Brewing Company LLC
- Agreement with State of New Mexico Tourism Department for Clean & Beautiful Grant Program
The Artesia City Council approved a resolution establishing criteria for alcohol use on city property, permits for the Red Dirt Black Gold festival, and requests for a pickleball tournament and a run. It also approved library boxes at four parks and a consent agenda with hires and promotions. A resolution on the 401(A) plan was discussed but no action was taken, and the council entered executive session for personnel matters with no action.
- Approved Red Dirt Black Gold Pickleball Tournament at Heritage Plaza (unanimous)
- Approved Red Dirt Run on Eagle Draw (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with hires, promotions, and travel (unanimous)
- Approved library boxes at Central Park, Eagle Draw, Jamaica Park, and Jaycee Park (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 1879 on alcohol use criteria on city property (unanimous)
- Approved permit for NMURLD for Red Dirt Black Gold festival (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for personnel matters; no action taken
- Tabled Resolution 1869 on 401(A) plan for further discussion
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on a liquor license transfer for 7-Eleven Store #42463, three ordinances including a new citywide alcohol control ordinance (Ordinance 1136), a fence variance, and a zoning amendment. The council will also consider resolutions opposing a state energy code requiring EV charging, amending the classification plan to make an accounts payable clerk full-time, and approving budget adjustments. The consent agenda includes funding for several community organizations and a construction bid.
- Public hearing on transfer of dispense-type liquor license for 7-Eleven Store #42463 at 104 N. First St.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 1136 controlling alcohol consumption on city property
- Consideration of Resolution 1878 opposing the state's residential and commercial energy conservation code mandating EV charging
- Consideration of Resolution 1875 to change the Accounts Payable Clerk position from part-time to full-time
- Approval to set a public hearing for the Park Place Subdivision annexation and zoning (16.963 acres south of 2519 W. Hermosa Drive)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Artesia City Council will hold public hearings on a zone change for a 171,713 sq ft lot at 601 S Twenty-Third St and an amendment to employee practices. The council also will consider adopting the final 2024-2025 budget, several resolutions including hazard mitigation and recreation fees, and setting future public hearings on a fence variance and alcohol ordinance. The consent agenda includes a bid award for 26th St reconstruction and a police officer hire.
- Ordinance 1128: Zone change from Single Family 'R1-B' to Special Use 'SU-1' at 601 S Twenty-Third St (171,713 sf)
- Ordinance to amend Employee Practices & Regulations (Ordinance 615)
- Resolution 1871: Adoption of 2024-2025 Final Budget and 4th Quarter/End-of-Year adjustments
- Consent agenda: Award bid to Constructors Inc. for 26th St Reconstruction (Main St to Hermosa Dr)
- Consent agenda: Hire of Erica Flott Varela as Police Officer at $5,071.73/month
The Artesia City Council approved the 2024-2025 final budget (Resolution 1871), adopted a per diem rate resolution (1872), and authorized paying 75% of PERA contributions for employees (1873). It also approved two zoning/ordinance changes, including a zone change at 601 S Twenty-Third St. and an employee practices amendment. Personnel actions included terminating one infrastructure employee and upholding a suspension for another.
- Approved 2024-2025 final budget (Resolution 1871) (unanimous)
- Adopted per diem rates, striking mileage (Resolution 1872) (unanimous)
- Authorized 75% PERA contribution pickup (Resolution 1873) (unanimous)
- Approved zone change to SU-1 at 601 S Twenty-Third St. (Ordinance 1128) (unanimous)
- Approved employee practices amendment (Ordinance 1133) (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 1866 for Eddy County hazard mitigation plan (unanimous)
- Set public hearings for Aug 13 on fence variance and alcohol ordinance (unanimous)
- Terminated infrastructure employee #1 and upheld suspension of employee #2 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The council will review ordinance amendments to the Artesia City Code and consider a new housing assistance policy for city employees. A public hearing will be scheduled regarding a property rezoning at 601 S Twenty-Third St. The meeting also includes consideration of a liquor license application for 7-Eleven on North First Street.
- Ordinance 1132 amending Title 9 of the City Code
- Liquor license application for 7-Eleven at 104 N. First St.
- Zoning change from R1-B to SU-1 for 601 S Twenty-Third St.
- New Employee Short-Term Housing Assistance Policy
- Service Agreement A-24-77 with Eddy County
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review amendments to add recreational vehicle (RV) storage as a permitted use in SU-1 districts. The commission will also consider a variance for a fence at 7th Street and Dallas Avenue.
- Amendments to zoning regulations regarding RV storage definition and use in SU-1 districts
- Variance request for a fence on 15 ft of public right-of-way at 7th Street & Dallas Avenue
City Council
The City Council will review an ordinance regarding the vacation of 50 feet of Smith Avenue right-of-way and the consolidation of lots in the Charlie H Smith Addition. The agenda also includes a lease transfer, budget adjustments, and reports on Gross Receipts Tax Bond pricing results.
- Ordinance 1131: Vacation of 50’ of Smith Avenue right-of-way and lot consolidation
- Lease transfer between 2404 Parkland LLC and the City of Artesia
- RFP award for Indigent Attorney Services to Saunders, Bruin, Coll & Worley, P.A.
- Aviation Grant Agreement for a tractor and attachments
- Resolution 1864 regarding a budget adjustment
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss issuing Gross Receipts Tax Revenue Bonds for public facility and infrastructure improvements. The body will also consider the sale of real estate at 401 W. Centre Avenue and the FY2025 preliminary budget.
- Ordinance 1130: Issuance of Gross Receipts Tax Revenue Bonds up to $5,600,000
- Ordinance 1129: Sale of real estate at 401 W. Centre Avenue to JHTC Investments, LLC for $100,000
- Resolution 1863: FY2025 Preliminary Budget
- Resolution to amend the Fire and Police Classification Plan
- Request for fee waivers for Seek 1st Sports and Artesia Main Street Oil Patch Market
City Council
The City Council will meet to consider an amendment to the Fire Department pay scale. The council will also review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025.
- Amendment to the Fire Dept pay scale
- FY2025 Preliminary Budget
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zone change from single family to commercial use for a property on S Twenty-Third St. The body will also consider a right-of-way vacation on Smith Avenue and the installation of community monitors by HF Sinclair.
- Ordinance 1128: Zone change from R1-B to Commercial for 601 S Twenty-Third St
- Proposed hearing on June 11 for vacation of 50’ of Public Right-of-Way on Smith Avenue
- Contract award to Yucca Telecom for replacement mobile radios
- Approval of FY 22-23 Audit (Resolution 1860) and revised ADA Transition Plan (Resolution 1861)
- New hires: Library Clerk ($2,600/mo), Custodian ($2,600/mo), and Equipment Operator ($2,756/mo)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Commission on Aging
The meeting includes reviewing April 2024 activities and discussing the May 2024 schedule. The council will also address Advisory Council resignations or recommendations.
- Approval of April 10, 2024, minutes
- Advisory Council resignation/recommendation
- Review of April and May center activities
City Council
The City Council will discuss the issuance of bonds for public facility and infrastructure improvements. The body is also considering road upgrades for First Street and Mill Road and a budget adjustment for FY24.
- Proposed gross receipts tax revenue bonds not to exceed $5,600,000
- Resolution 1855 for Joint Project and Road Upgrades for First Street and Mill Road
- Contract with NinjaCross Systems for the Artesia Aquatic Center
- Resolution 1859 for FY24 Budget Adjustment
- Request for street closure of 2nd Street for a Mother’s Day Market on May 11, 2024
City Council
The City Council will review requests for facility use and road closures for upcoming community events. The body is also deciding on a police department over-hire and a zoning change for a property on S Twenty-Third St.
- Proposed zone change from Single Family District R1-B to Commercial Use Zone C at 601 S Twenty-Third St
- Approval for an over hire of an Evidence Tech I in the Police Department
- Resolution to prohibit outside food and drinks at the Artesia Aquatic Center
- Confirmation of appointive officers including Infrastructure Director, Fire Chief, and Police Chief
- Requests for road closures for the Permian Basin Celebration and Oilfield Equipment Parade
City Council
The City Council will discuss setting a public hearing for the sale of city real estate to JHTC Investments, LLC. The meeting also includes the appointment of a museum commission member and several new city hires.
- Proposed sale of 401 W. Centre Ave to JHTC Investments, LLC for $100,000
- Appointment of Nick Brito to the Artesia Historical Museum Commission
- Hiring of Jacob Lopez as Building Inspector I ($4,015.70/mo)
- Hiring of Amanda Baker as Senior Admin Assist ($3,282.44/mo)
- Review of FY23 audit report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to rezone approximately 171,713 square feet of land at 601 S 23rd St from Single Family District “R1-B” to Commercial Use Zone “C”. The applicant proposes developing RV storage on the vacant property. Staff recommends approval of this change.
- Zone change request for 601 S 23rd St (Case No. 23-105)
- Proposed development of RV storage
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances to subdivide land for the Johnson Family and Hocker & Sons Commercial Park. The body is also reviewing construction bids for Jaycee Park facilities and a budget adjustment resolution.
- Case No. 23-103: Subdivide 21.74 acres north of 2877 Johnson Rd into three tracts
- Case No. 23-104: Subdivide 40.319 acres on Champion Street into eight tracts
- Bid award to White Sands Construction, Inc. for Jaycee Park Athletic West Field Concession and Restrooms for $487,635.47
- Quality control contract for demolition and abatement to Custom Construction and GWC Construction
- Resolution 1852 regarding a Budget Adjustment
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review a bid for the fire station 2 remodel and a request for a food truck event. The body will also discuss the Senior Center potluck policy and personnel matters in executive session.
- Award of bid to White Sands Construction, Inc. for fire station 2 remodel
- Artesia Arts Council request for 'March for the Arts Battle of the Food Trucks' on March 2, 2024, including road closures
- Ratification of hire for Jacob Roberson (Community Improvement Tech) at $2,921.36 per month
- Ratification of hire for Jerrod Yandell (Apprentice Mechanic I) at $2,756.00 per month
- Discussion of Senior Center potluck policy and food safety recommendations
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Commission will consider a request to rezone approximately 171,713 square feet of vacant land at 601 S 23rd St from Single Family District R1-B to Commercial Use Zone C. The applicant proposes developing the site for RV storage. Staff recommended approval of this change.
- Zone change request for 601 S 23rd St from R1-B to C
- Proposed RV storage development on 171,713 square feet
City Council
The City Council will discuss personnel reclassifications, a budget adjustment, and the creation of a new fund. The body is also reviewing an asset management plan and two land subdivision requests.
- Resolution 1850 for Budget Adjustment
- Resolution 1851 for the Creation of a New Fund
- Resolution 1849 regarding an Asset Management Plan
- Case No. 23-103: Subdivision of 21.74 acres north of 2877 Johnson Rd
- Case No. 23-104: Subdivision of 40.319 acres on Champion Street
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider final plats for a residential land division north of Johnson Road and the Hocker Commercial Park on Champion Street. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding possible annexations in the Paris & York area and the area from 1st St to 13th St.
- Final Plat for Johnson Family Land Division 3 Line Adjustment (21.74 acres)
- Final Plat for Hecter Commercial Park on Champion Street (40.319 acres)
- Discussion of possible annexations: Paris & York Area
- Discussion of possible annexations: 1st St to 13th St/North of Richie Ave
City Council
The City Council will review requests for the use of city facilities and a consent agenda featuring several new personnel hires and contract ratifications. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session regarding personnel matters in the Infrastructure Department.
- Request from The Yucca Blossom Trade Days to use the Artesia Recreation Center and parking lot
- Proposed hires: Lakevius Turnner (Police Detective, $4,511.86/mo), Lindsey Davidson (Library Clerk, $2,600/mo), and Kristi Perkins (IT Tech, $3,479.38/mo)
- Ratification of approval for PCS Agreement and an agreement with JustFOIA
- Promotion of Anna Iglesias to City Planner at $5,231.71/mo
- Acceptance of resignations for Police Officers Joshua Fodge and Lorenzo Cardona
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss mid-year budget adjustments and the 2024 Open Meetings Act resolution. The body is also considering the acceptance of a donated 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe from Eddy County.
- Mid-Year Budget Adjust Resolution 1846
- 2024 Open Meetings Act Resolution 1847
- Acceptance of donated 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe from Eddy County
- Bid award for police detention center meals and snacks to Artesia General Hospital
- Hiring of Jessica Haeck ($2,946.66/mo) and Nathaniel Valenzuela ($4,705.87/mo)