Bernalillo County public meetings in 2021
215 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is holding a closed meeting to discuss pending litigation against AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation and other drug companies. The meeting is closed to the public under attorney-client privilege for threatened or pending litigation. No decisions or public actions are scheduled.
- Discussion of Bernalillo County v. AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation et al., case 1:19-op-45301-DAP
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to review applications for board vacancies and discuss the county approval process. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and public comment. The meeting is held via Zoom.
- Review of ATAB board vacancies applications/resumes and BCC approval process
- Approval of November 15, 2021 minutes
- Public comment period
- Announcement of department reorganization and board liaison reassignment
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually to discuss updates on local provider gatherings, Safe Outdoor Spaces, committee work, and the Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson. They will also hear a presentation from PIRE and review the 2022 HCC legislative request. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment.
- Safe Outdoor Spaces (SOS) Updates
- Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson Updates
- 2022 HCC Legislative Request Update
- Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE) Presentation
- Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes major contracts for a new human capital management system, ARPA-funded projects, and several zone map amendments. They will also hold public hearings on ordinances, including amendments to project revenue bonds for apartment complexes and zoning code changes for mobile food establishments, craft distillers, and cannabis regulations. The meeting includes a public hearing on a redistricting proposal and presentations on the detention center, illegal dumping, and the State of the County.
- Award $4,127,778 to Accenture LLP and $9,463,331 to Workday, Inc. for HCM software and services
- Approve $1,000,000 ARPA funds for CARE Campus Young Adult Recovery Project capital investment
- Approve $3,335,325 ARPA funds for Sandia Peak Utilities water infrastructure
- Adopt ordinance increasing La Serena Apartments project revenue bonds from $11M to $20M
- Adopt redistricting concept C-3 for five commission districts
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board is meeting to approve its meeting agenda, minutes from May 11, 2021, and audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The meeting is largely procedural, with no new policy or project decisions on the agenda.
- Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting agenda
- Approval of May 11, 2021 board meeting minutes
- Acceptance of audited financial statements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2021
Board of Canvass - Board of Canvass
The Bernalillo County Board of Canvass will meet to approve the minutes from its November 15, 2021 meeting and vote on certifying the results of the local runoff election held on December 7, 2021. The meeting is largely procedural, with no other substantive items on the agenda.
- Motion to approve November 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Motion to certify December 7, 2021 local runoff election results
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a virtual and in-person hearing on December 13, 2021, to consider three requests to enter, demolish, and remove nuisances from properties. Each request involves a dilapidated structure on residential or agricultural land in the South or North Valley. One item was continued from a November 1, 2021 hearing. Public comments must be submitted at least 48 hours prior to the hearing.
- Demolition request for 2333 Felicitas Rd SW (Tract 106A1A1A2, MRGCD Map 39), zoned R-1, ~0.06 acres — continued from Nov 1 hearing
- Demolition request for 117 El Ensueno Cir NE (Lot 55, El Encanto Subdivision), zoned M-H, ~0.15 acres
- Demolition request for 2500 Kelly Rd SW (portion of Sec 26, T10N, R2E), zoned A-1, ~0.22 acres
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) is meeting to finalize its annual report recommendations for the County Commission. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes, comments from the Sheriff's Office, and public comment. The main substantive item is discussion and finalization of the annual report recommendations.
- Finalization of SOARB Annual Report for County Commission
- Approval of minutes from November 12, 2021 meeting
- Public comment and Sheriff's Office comment periods
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the agenda, minutes from previous meetings, and a financial report. The committee will also discuss membership vacancies, correspondence, and an exploratory well, with no major new policy decisions on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from 10/14/2021 and 11/04/2021 meetings
- Purchase order to Hydroresolutions for transition services up to $4,300
- Vacant positions: Santa Fe Governmental Rep and Bernalillo County Municipal/Utility Rep
- Correspondence with Town of Edgewood regarding Campbell Ranch Master Plan
- Open Meetings Act Resolution for Calendar Year 2022
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority will consider 12 subdivision and replat requests, including final plats, sketch plats, and combined sketch/final plats, across the South Valley and East Mountain areas. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no public hearings or policy decisions listed.
- Final plat for 7-lot subdivision at 1200 Los Picaros Rd SE (155.97 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat for replat at 7735 Black Mesa Loop SW (2.65 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat for 4-lot subdivision at 54 Frost Rd (8.24 acres, A-2 zoning)
- Sketch plat for replat at 616 Isleta Blvd SW (1.55 acres, C-1 zoning)
- Sketch/final plat for replat at 727 Wagner Dr SE (10.40 acres, M-2 zoning)
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The DWI Planning Council will vote on its agenda and minutes, and discuss the termination of the Prevention Works program effective December 29, 2021. They will also receive updates on DWI data, services, CARE Campus, and committee activities.
- Approval of agenda (action item)
- Approval of October 14, 2020 minutes (action item)
- Prevention Works termination effective December 29, 2021
- DWI data update
- CARE Campus update
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing on December 8, 2021, to consider eight zoning requests. These include conditional use approvals for a sign language academy and a community agriculture park (both continued from October), two lot-size variances, and several accessory structure and special use requests. The meeting is conducted via Zoom, and public participation is encouraged.
- Conditional use for school (sign language academy) at 6903 and 6815 Edith Blvd NE (19.1 acres, continued from Oct. 13)
- Conditional use for park (community agriculture and open space) at same Edith Blvd NE properties (continued)
- Variance of 0.0356 acres to 1-acre minimum lot size at 2512 Raymac Rd SW
- Variance of 0.7209 acres to 1.25-acre minimum lot size on Pajarito Rd SW
- Conditional use for 884 sq ft garage at 4500 Butler Ln SW and 2,100 sq ft storage/barn at 9145 Guadalupe Trl NW
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board meets via Zoom to discuss environmental justice and cumulative impacts policies, review the 2020 emissions inventory submitted to EPA, and hear a presentation on the Clean Car Rulemaking timeline. The board will also consider creating an interview committee to select new legal counsel and discuss meeting without counsel. Public comment is invited on agenda items and on cumulative impacts for a future meeting.
- Discussion of meeting as a board absent legal counsel (Item #3)
- Creation of interview committee to select Board Legal Counsel candidates (Item #4)
- Presentation on local, state, national environmental justice and cumulative impacts policies (Item #6)
- Presentation on 2020 Emissions Inventory submitted to EPA (Item #9)
- Presentation and discussion on Clean Car Rulemaking timeline (Item #10)
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the Los Altos Park construction, fall and winter registration numbers, and Little League/Softball updates. The agenda also includes a capital outlay plan update and approval of the October 2021 minutes.
- Update on Los Altos Park construction
- Discussion of Fall and Winter registration numbers
- Update on Little League/Softball
- Update on MDS Capital Outlay plan
- Approval of October 2021 minutes
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss new business including equity, diversity, and inclusion opportunities, the South Valley Pool project, and Outposts jurying. They will also take action on Outposts and discuss a year-in-review gathering. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes and public comment.
- Discussion of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion opportunities for board engagement
- South Valley Pool project update
- Outposts jurying and action item
- Year in Review gathering discussion
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board will meet virtually to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes, receiving an update on a September presentation to commissioners, and reviewing and approving the First Quarter Report for Fiscal Year 2022. The meeting is open to the public.
- Review and approval of August 24, 2021 minutes
- Update on September 28, 2021 presentation to commissioners
- Review, discussion, and approval of First Quarter Report for Fiscal Year 2022
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual hearing on December 1, 2021, to consider a plan amendment to the Santolina Level A Master Plan, a deferred Santolina B.II Plan, and several other land-use requests. The agenda includes deferrals from prior hearings, new subdivision and special use permit requests, and an appeal of a denied street name change. Public participation is available via Zoom or in person.
- SPR2021-0006: Amendment to Santolina Level A Master Plan (~13,700 acres) for consistency with Level B.II plan on phasing, water/wastewater, open space
- SPR2021-0004: Deferred Santolina B.II Plan (~630 acres) on Shelly Rd. SW, south of I-40
- CSU-85-37: Cancellation of special use permit for spray booth/cabinet shop at 524 El Paraiso Rd. NE
- BA2021-0004/ZSNC2021-0003: Appeal of denied street name change in East Mountain Area
- SC2020-0002: Preliminary plat for 7-lot subdivision at 45 Moriarity Rd (~52.24 acres)
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review and decide on 20 subdivision requests, including final plats, sketch plats, and combined sketch/final plats, across various areas of Bernalillo County. These are land division proposals that will determine how properties can be subdivided and developed. The agenda is entirely focused on these plat reviews, with no other substantive business items listed.
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 2300 Raymac Rd. SW (4.89 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat for replat at 15 Blue Jay Rd. (11.66 acres, A-2 zoning)
- Sketch/final plat for 7-lot subdivision at 1200 Los Picaros Rd SE (155.97 acres)
- Sketch plat for 7-lot subdivision at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (3.37 acres, R-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat for replat at 9841 4th St NW (11.01 acres, R-1 zoning)
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and APS held a regular meeting via Zoom to discuss ongoing behavioral health initiatives, receive public comment, and approve minutes from the previous meeting. No formal decisions were listed; the meeting focused on updates and presentations.
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, reports from the Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Public Library, the Board President, and the Director, as well as discussion of legislative finance and strategy meetings. The meeting is primarily procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Public comment period at 5:31 PM
- Reports from Public Library Foundation and Friends of the Public Library
- Discussion of Legislative Finance Committee meeting and Legislative Strategy/Bylaws Review
- Director's Report
- Review of action items from previous meeting
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will discuss updates regarding the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). Members are scheduled to review reports on grievances, staffing, population from CJCC, and PREA.
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) updates
- Grievance Report
- Staffing Report
- MDC Population Report from CJCC
- PREA Report
Board of Canvass - Board of Canvass
The Bernalillo County Board of Canvass will meet to approve prior minutes and certify the results of the November 2, 2021 local election. The board will also set the date for its next meeting. This is a routine procedural meeting focused on election certification.
- Motion to approve June 14, 2021 Board of Canvass minutes
- Motion to certify local election results from November 2, 2021
- Next meeting scheduled for December 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. via Zoom
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will discuss filling board vacancies, revising its policies and procedures, and follow up on addiction treatment supports at the Metropolitan Detention Center. The board will also receive a report from the Department of Behavioral Health Services. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes.
- Discussion on BCC submission to modify ATAB representation and increase member count
- Review of submitted applications/resumes for board vacancies
- Revision of ATAB policies and procedures
- Follow-up on MDC addiction treatment supports
- DBHS report on campus and Behavioral Health Initiative updates
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding its regular meeting, which includes reports from the Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center and DSA administrators. The council will also discuss nominations for the January election of Chair and Co-Chair. Public comments are welcome with advance notice.
- Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center report by Natasha Montoya
- DSA administrative reports from division managers and directors
- Discussion of nominations for January elections of Chair and Co-Chair
- Public participation limited to 3 minutes per attendee
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) will hold a teleconference meeting to discuss several items, including the draft annual report, public outreach, standard operating procedures, and BCSO's enforcement of health orders. The board will also consider BCSO's lack of participation in the Metropolitan Crime Initiative and other matters. Public comment is invited.
- Discussion of draft SOARB Annual Report for County Commission
- Research on public publishing of BCSO crime statistics
- Discussion of BCSO's enforcement of health orders
- Discussion of BCSO's lack of participation in the Metropolitan Crime Initiative
- Approval of minutes from September 10, 2021 meeting
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing on November 10, 2021, to consider 15 zoning requests. These include conditional use approvals for accessory structures, recreational vehicles as dwellings, home occupations, a family day care home, a commercial animal establishment, carports, and variances for setbacks, as well as administrative amendments to existing special use permits for a contractor's yard and wireless equipment collocation. The hearing will be conducted via Zoom; public participation details are provided.
- ZA2021-0097: Conditional use for 2,160 sq. ft. garage at 100 San Fidel Rd. NW
- ZA2021-0098: Administrative amendment to contractor's yard special use permit at 10306 2nd St. NW
- ZA2021-0103: Variance of 12 ft. to front yard setback at 651 Cougar Lp. NE
- ZA2021-0110: Conditional use for dog boarding/daycare/grooming/training at 1 Silver Hills Rd. SE
- ZA2021-0111 & ZA2021-0112: Dish Wireless collocation amendments at 6230 Isleta Blvd. SW and 8296 Broadway Blvd. SE
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold its November 10, 2021 meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 public health orders. The board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, receive updates on public comment procedures and cumulative impacts research, and take action on a procedural disclosure and a stay request related to AQCB Docket No. 2020-1 (New Mexico Terminal Services). Two resolutions will set the official 2022 meeting schedule and formalize public notice requirements.
- Resolution 2021-1: Determining reasonable notice of public meetings
- Resolution 2021-2: Setting the 2022 official meeting schedule
- Action on AQCB Docket No. 2020-1, NMTS 3340-RMD (New Mexico Terminal Services) including a stay of proceedings
- Disclosure of inadvertent receipt of written ex parte contact in AQCB Docket No. 2020-1
- Update on procedure for receiving public comments for the Air Quality Control Board
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Board of Finance is meeting to review the County Treasurer's report and quarterly investment strategy. The board will also consider authorizing a professional services agreement for investment advisory and funds management.
- Advice and consent for the proposed quarterly investment strategy
- Authorization to award a Professional Services Agreement for Investment Advisory and Funds Management Services
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a fire department code update, consider introducing cannabis zoning amendments, and vote on a $500,000 cost-share agreement with AMAFCA for a La Cueva arroyo study. They will also discuss redistricting based on 2020 Census data and approve several resolutions and contracts.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2021- updating Chapter 34 fire department structure
- Introduce zoning amendments for cannabis regulations (ZTC2021-0003)
- $500,000 cost-share with AMAFCA for La Cueva arroyo survey and hydraulic analysis
- Approve 2022 capital outlay requests to the State of New Mexico
- Authorize award of RFP-18-22-AB for Behavioral Health Building operator
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Homeless Coordinating Council (HCC) holds its regular meeting to review updates on multi-governmental legislative efforts, the Gibson Health Hub and Gateway project, and committee reports. The agenda includes procedural items such as approving minutes and public comment, with no formal decisions listed.
- Update on joint City/County legislative effort for Project Management
- Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson project updates
- Committee updates on Housing, Street Outreach, Youth Housing Continuum, and Homeless Service System
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee is meeting to review and approve two internal audit reports. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 29, 2021 meeting.
- Internal Audit Report - Information Technology
- Internal Audit Report – Surplus Property Sales
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Special Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee is deciding whether to send a letter to the Town of Edgewood requesting clarification on recent amendments to the Campbell Ranch Master Plan, which removed a requirement for a 70-year water supply. The committee discussed potential conflicts of interest and agreed to draft a letter, with a special meeting planned for November to finalize it. The committee's role is advisory only.
- Draft letter to Town of Edgewood requesting clarification on Campbell Ranch Master Plan amendments
- Amendment removed requirement for State Engineer favorable opinion on 70-year water supply
- Recusal of Rik Thompson due to Entranosa board membership and non-disclosure agreement
- Discussion of potential ex parte communications for Sherry Abrams
- Consensus to draft letter, with Dan McGregor to draft and distribute for comments
Library Board - Regular Meeting - Cancelled
This meeting of the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board was cancelled. The agenda was only procedural, covering roll call, public comment, approval of minutes, and routine reports from the board, director, and affiliated groups.
- Meeting cancelled
- Agenda included routine reports and approvals only
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission is meeting to consider several requests to change land use zoning. The body will also review a request to cancel a special use permit and hear an appeal regarding a street name change.
- CZ2021-0013: Request to change 2.0 acres at 6643 Coors Blvd. SW from A-1 to R-1
- CZ2021-0014: Request to change 5.2 acres south of San Ignacio Rd. SW and west of Stinson St. from A-1 to R-1
- CZ2021-0015: Request to change 4.05 acres at I-40 Frontage Rd. SW and Atrisco Vista Blvd. SW from C-1 to SD-WC-CLI
- CZ2021-0016: Request to change 0.38 acres at 2037 Don Andres Place SW from A-1 to R-1
- CSU-85-37: Request to cancel a Special Use Permit for a spray booth and cabinet shop at 524 El Paraiso Rd. NE
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to consider three nuisance abatement cases. Two requests seek to place liens on properties for costs of securing, boarding, and removing nuisances, while a third requests approval to demolish a dilapidated structure and remove nuisances. The hearing is scheduled for November 1, 2021, at 9:00 a.m., with options for virtual or in-person attendance.
- Lien request for 2501 Cuatros Milpas Dr SW (Lot 1, Block A, Ranchitos Escondidos Addition)
- Lien request for 1534 Mora Rd SW (Lot 15, Block 1, Edmundo C De Baca Addition)
- Demolition request for 2333 Felicitas Rd SW (Tract 106A1A1A2, MRGCD Map 39)
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss public art initiatives, subcommittee updates, and an Alvarado Square vandalism update. The board will review project progress, including artwork restoration and new jurying results for the Outposts program.
- Alvarado Square vandalism update
- Outposts Jurying Results
- Artwork restoration report for Standing O, Marquee at West Side Community Center, and other projects
- Alvarado Square Main Building 200K Project update
- Subcommittee updates on South Valley Pool, Bridge Blvd Phase I, and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss several items including a criminal justice dashboard presentation, an intergovernmental agreement discussion, and a behavioral health gaps analysis. The agenda also includes continued discussions on legislative capital outlay and behavioral health initiatives.
- Criminal Justice Coordinating Council introduction and dashboard presentation
- Local Government Coordinating Commission (LGCC) IGA discussion
- Behavioral Health Gaps Analysis introduction
- Legislative Capital Outlay Subcommittee continued discussion
- Capital Outlay discussion
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review and decide on 14 subdivision plats and replats across Bernalillo County, including final plats, sketch plats, and a combined sketch/final plat. These are land-use requests that determine how properties can be divided and developed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Final plat for 1.26-acre replat at 1300 La Vega Dr. SW (SRP2021-0050)
- Final plat for 1.50-acre replat at 530 Camino De Suerte NW (SRP2021-0109)
- Sketch/final plat for 7-lot subdivision at 1200 Los Picaros Rd SE (SRP2021-0118)
- Sketch plat for 7-lot subdivision on Raquel Rd (SC2021-0008)
- Sketch plat for 4-lot subdivision at 511 James Allen Pl SE (SRP2021-0126)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve a series of financial resolutions, including a $68.6 million decrease in capital construction funds, and to consider consent agenda items such as road reconstruction grants and elevator repairs. They will also discuss a behavioral health update and a proposed 2022 meeting schedule that includes Juneteenth as a holiday.
- FY22 Q1 budget reconciliation: $68.6M revenue decrease, $1.78M library bond appropriation
- Blake Road SW reconstruction: $4.037M TPF grant, $212.5K local match
- 2nd Street NW reconstruction: $1M TPF grant, $52.6K local match
- TK Elevator contract for Alvarado Square repairs: $346,723.90
- Naming field 4 at Tom Tenorio Softball Complex as Marty Candelaria Field
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and hearing reports from the Palo Duro Senior Center and the AmeriCorps Senior RSVP program. Administrative updates from DSA directors and council member reports are also on the agenda. Public comments are welcome with advance notice.
- Palo Duro Senior Center report by Antoinette Sigala
- AmeriCorps Senior RSVP overview by Angel Gomez
- DSA administrative reports including programming survey results
- Public comment period (3 minutes per attendee)
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) and review ordinance reports, including grievance, staffing, population, and PREA reports. The agenda is primarily for discussion and review, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) updates
- Grievance report
- Staffing report
- MDC population report from CJCC
- PREA report
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council is meeting to discuss updates on the FY22 budget, services, the 2022 Legislative Session, and the FY23-26 Area Plan public meetings. The council will also address member recruitment for current vacancies and review past minutes and the meeting agenda.
- FY22 budget and services updates
- 2022 Legislative Session updates
- FY23-26 Area Plan and public meetings updates
- Recruitment to fill council vacancies
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to discuss behavioral health services, board vacancies, and addiction treatment supports at the Metropolitan Detention Center. The agenda also includes reports from the Department of Behavioral Health Services and a review of previous meeting minutes.
- Department of Behavioral Health Services report on campus updates, CARE Campus evaluation, and Behavioral Health Initiative updates
- Review of submitted applications and county process for advertising board vacancies
- Follow up on Metropolitan Detention Center addiction treatment supports
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review 15 subdivision and replat requests across Bernalillo County, including final plats, sketch plats, and combined sketch/final plats. The agenda includes items in the South Valley, East Mountain, and North East areas, with most involving residential lot splits on agriculturally zoned land. No public hearings or ordinance changes are listed; the meeting is focused on plat approvals.
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 1609 Tapia Blvd. SW (4.24 acres)
- Final plat for 5-lot subdivision at 92 Lovato Rd (21.13 acres)
- Replat for road dedication of 23 lots along Eubank Blvd NE
- Replat for Circle K Stores at 555 Rio Bravo Blvd SE (3.27 acres)
- Sketch/final plat for 7-lot subdivision at 1200 Los Picaros Rd SE (155.97 acres)
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee is meeting to approve minutes and a financial report, and to discuss several water planning items. These include deep exploratory well language from regional water plans, the 40-year water planning statute, and the committee's roles and duties. The meeting also includes an appointment and a list of planning documents.
- Appointment of Krista Bonfantine
- Approval of 08/12/2021 meeting minutes
- Financial report of 10/12/2021 ($24,952.44)
- Discussion of deep exploratory well language
- Review of 40-year water planning statute
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to consider three nuisance abatement cases. Two cases involve requests to place liens on properties for costs of securing, boarding, and removing nuisances, while the third requests approval to demolish a dilapidated structure. All properties are in the South Valley and zoned R-1.
- Lien request for 2501 Cuatros Milpas Dr SW (Lot 1, Block A, Ranchitos Escondidos Addition)
- Lien request for 1534 Mora Rd SW (Lot 15, Block 1, Edmundo C De Baca Addition)
- Demolition request for 2333 Felicitas Rd SW (Tract 106A1A1A2, MRGCD Map 39)
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes from August 12, 2021, and to welcome a new Public Health Representative appointee, Susan Lewis. The council will also receive updates on prevention and treatment committees, including a cancelled prevention meeting and pending services from local courts. The meeting is largely procedural with routine approvals and updates.
- Approval of October 14, 2021 agenda (action item)
- Approval of August 12, 2021 minutes (action item)
- Welcome Susan Lewis, Public Health Representative appointee
- Prevention committee: monthly meeting cancelled, quarterly providers meeting scheduled for October 21, 2021
- Treatment committee: services pending from Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court and 2nd Judicial District Court
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing on October 13, 2021, to consider 16 zoning requests. These include conditional use approvals for accessory structures, carports, and recreational vehicles as dwellings, as well as variances for setbacks, wall height, and lot size. Several items are continued or deferred from previous hearings. The agenda is primarily a list of individual property requests, with no broader policy decisions.
- Conditional use for 625 sq ft accessory structure at 1847 Val Verde Dr SW (continued from July 2020)
- Variance of 3 ft to side yard setback at 9814 2nd St NW (continued from Sept 2021)
- Administrative amendment to Special Use Permit for alternate site layout at 12548/12540A N Hwy 14 (deferred from Sept 2021)
- Conditional use for sign language academy and park on 19.1 acres at 6903/6815 Edith Blvd NE
- Variance of 0.0106 acres to minimum lot size at 1930 Sunshine Rd SW
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners meets to approve funding allocations, zoning changes, and new positions. Key actions include finalizing $30 million for a Crisis Triage Center and accepting a $1.5 million federal grant for the Sheriff’s Office. The board also discusses zoning amendments, housing voucher adjustments, and enforcement of vehicle noise and speeding.
- $30 million allocated for Crisis Triage Center (capital $20M, services $10M)
- $1,536,750 DOJ grant for BCSO COPS Hiring Program
- Two zoning map amendments: CZ2021-0011 (A-1/R-1 to R-1) and CZ2021-0010 (A-2 to SD-E66-CC)
- $942,374.21 contract awarded to H.O. Construction for Unser Sound Wall
- FY2022 Housing Choice Voucher Fair Market Rent increase approved
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from prior zoning meetings and decide on a zone map amendment plus two zoning appeals. One appeal involves a proposed community center with outdoor live entertainment, while another concerns the interpretation of 'interim use' in the Santolina development.
- Zone map amendment from M-H and C-1 to C-1 (Ordinance 2021-)
- Appeal of denial for Special Use Permit for community center, recreation facility, and park with outdoor live entertainment (COA2021-0012/CSU2021-0012)
- Appeal of Board of Adjustment decision on 'interim use' in Santolina Level A Development Agreement (COA2021-0013/BA2021-0001)
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council will meet virtually to approve new rules of procedure and discuss a multi-governmental approach, including a proposal for state funding for homeless services. They will also receive updates on the Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson, and hear committee reports. Public comment is limited to 10 people for live comments, with written comments accepted until the day before.
- Approve new HCC Rules of Procedure
- Discuss proposal for State funding for homeless population services
- Updates on Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson (COA)
- Committee updates: Housing, Coordinated Street Outreach, Youth Housing Continuum, Gateway/Facilities, Homeless Service System
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting on October 6, 2021, to review deferred zoning and special use permit requests, including mining operations, a land-use plan, and an RV campground. The meeting will also consider a new zone map amendment and proposed amendments to the county’s zoning code for cannabis regulations.
- Deferred special use permit for mining operations at 3650 Condershire Dr. SW (27.33 acres)
- Deferred Santolina B.II Plan land-use proposal near Shelly Rd. SW (663.6 acres)
- Deferred special use permit for RV overnight campground at 10424 Edith Blvd. NE (18 acres)
- New zone map amendment from C-1/A-1 to C-1 at 6016 Isleta Blvd. SW (0.79 acres)
- Proposed amendments to Bernalillo County Zoning Code for cannabis regulations (county-wide)
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission will hold a regular meeting to review updates on basketball programs and discuss the MDS Legislative Capital Outlay Plan. The group will also certify committee members and address other topics before adjourning.
- Basketball Update – BCYSC Member Brandon Mason
- Discussion - MDS Legislative Capital Outlay Plan
- Certification Committee – Ron Lucero and Debbie Jo Almager
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to review its bylaws and receive updates from subcommittees, including the South Valley Pool, Outposts, Sunport, and Bridge projects. Action items include approving the bylaws and the South Valley Pool project. The meeting is largely procedural, with discussions on dashboards and project updates.
- Bylaws review and action
- South Valley Pool project update and action
- Subcommittee updates: South Valley Pool, Outposts, Sunport, Bridge
- Discussion on dashboards
- Project updates and announcements
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the second tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funding ($65,955,646.50) and a memorandum of understanding with the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority for up to $53,816,573 in water and sewer projects. The board will also vote on several contracts, including a $1.7M aerial imagery agreement, a federal lobbying contract, and a storm drain construction project. Other items include appointments, proclamations, a precinct boundary adjustment, and a public hearing on up to $55M in bonds for a charter school.
- Approve ARPA Recovery Plan and budget $65,955,646.50 second tranche
- Approve MOU with ABCWUA for up to $53,816,573 for water/sewer projects
- Sole source contract with Eagleview/Pictometry for $1,716,103.84 plus NMGRT
- Public hearing on up to $55,000,000 revenue bonds for Mission Achievement and Success Charter School
- Approve $750,000 for Community Connections Supportive Housing Expansion
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss senior services, including a report on the Highland Senior Center, a sports and fitness overview, and an aging population study. The council will also handle routine business such as approving minutes, public comments, and council member reports.
- Highland Center Report by Julianna Brooks
- Sports and Fitness Overview by Joel Mahoney
- Aging Population Study by Anna Sanchez
- Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Agreement form
- Council Appointment Terms
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review and decide on 11 subdivision plats—4 final plats and 7 sketch plats—across Bernalillo County. These are land-use requests that will determine how properties can be subdivided. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Final plat: 5-lot subdivision on McGrane Rd (10.07 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat: 2-lot subdivision at 200 Las Colinas Ln. NE (0.79 acres, R-1)
- Final plat: 6-lot subdivision at 3100 Rio Bravo Blvd. SW (13.17 acres, C-1)
- Final plat: replat at 10133 Rio Grande Blvd. NW (1.26 acres, A-1)
- Sketch plat: 6-lot subdivision at 7 Eloy Pl. (68.40 acres, A-2)
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board is holding a regular meeting with a routine agenda. The board will hear reports from the Public Library Foundation, the Board President, the Director, and the Friends of the Public Library, and will review action items from previous meetings. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Public comment and introduction of guests
- Approval of agenda and previous meeting minutes
- Public Library Foundation Report
- Director's Report
- Review of Action Items from Meeting
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to discuss board vacancies and elections, follow up on addiction treatment supports at the Metropolitan Detention Center, and receive a report from the Department of Behavioral Health Services. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.
- Discussion of ATAB board vacancies and elections, including creating a county process for advertising vacancies
- Follow-up on MDC addiction treatment supports
- DBHS report with campus updates, Behavioral Health Initiative updates, and strategic planning
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board is meeting to discuss several operational topics, including status updates on breakrooms, potential raises, and various reports on the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). The board will also review ordinance reports on grievances, staffing, population, and PREA, and hear about court hearings. This is a regular meeting with discussion items rather than final decisions.
- Status update on breakrooms
- Discussion of raises
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) updates
- Ordinance reports: Grievance, Staffing, MDC Population from CJCC, PREA
- Court hearings update
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a $64.9 million, four-year contract for medical and mental health services at the Metropolitan Detention Center, a $1.2 million federal grant for fiber optic infrastructure, and several zoning changes. They will also discuss 2020 Census redistricting data and a remote work cost-benefit analysis.
- Award RFP #34-21-AB to Corizon Health, LLC for MDC medical, dental, mental health, and psychiatric services, totaling $64,871,650.24 over four years
- Accept $1,212,588 EDA grant for fiber optic infrastructure
- Approve $340,500.13 FY22 Fire Protection Grant application for Union Square design and planning
- Approve zone map amendments CZ2021-0006, CZ2021-0008, CZ2021-0009
- Authorize up to $55,000,000 in revenue bonds for Mission Achievement and Success Charter School
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold a zoning meeting to consider an appeal for a zone map amendment changing land use from M-H and C-1 to C-1. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the August 25, 2021 zoning meeting. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to ongoing precautions.
- Appeal COA2021-0014/CZ2021-0007: zone map amendment from M-H and C-1 to C-1
- Approval of minutes from August 25, 2021 zoning meeting
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually to discuss new meeting start times and rules of procedure. The council will also receive updates on the Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson projects, as well as committee reports on housing, street outreach, youth housing, and facilities.
- Discuss new HCC Meeting start time
- Discuss new HCC Rules of Procedure
- Gibson Health Hub and Gateway at Gibson Updates (COA)
- Committee updates: Housing, Coordinated Street Outreach, Youth Housing Continuum, Gateway/Facilities, Homeless Service System
- Public comment: written via email by 5:00 p.m. Monday; live comments up to 10 people, 1.5 minutes each
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board meets on September 13, 2021, to conduct routine business, including welcoming a new member and electing a vice chair. The board will also discuss interpretive signage for the Victims of Gun Violence Memorial and receive various subcommittee updates.
- Welcome Beth Kassy-Padilla, District 5
- Election of Vice Chair
- Interpretive Signage Victims of Gun Violence Memorial
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) is meeting to discuss and potentially finalize its draft annual report for the County Commission, along with updates on public outreach and standard operating procedures. The board will also discuss BCSO's enforcement of health orders and its role in investigations into deaths involving sheriff's personnel. Public comment is invited.
- Approval of August 13, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of draft SOARB annual report for County Commission
- Research on public publishing of BCSO crime statistics
- Discussion of BCSO's enforcement of health orders
- Discussion of BCSO leading investigations into deaths involving BCSO personnel
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will consider nine plat requests, including final plats, sketch plats, and combined sketch/final plats, for subdivisions and replats across East Mountain, North Valley, and South Valley. The board will decide on these requests, which include residential subdivisions and a commercial replat for Circle K Stores Inc. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Final plat for 145.10-acre replat at 45 Los Pecos Loop (SRP2021-0076)
- Final plat for 3-lot subdivision at 590 Frost Rd (SRP2021-0087)
- Final plat for replat at 8937 Edith Blvd NE (SRP2021-0093)
- Sketch/final plat for replat at 1302 Neetsie Dr SW (SRP2021-0105)
- Sketch plat for Circle K Stores Inc. replat at 555 Rio Bravo Blvd SE (SRP2021-0102)
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19. The board will approve meeting minutes, hear an air program update, and discuss creating a committee to establish procedures for receiving written comments, along with committee reports and possible future agenda items. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes or less.
- Discussion and possible action to create committee for written comment procedures (Item #4)
- Approval of corrected July 14, 2021 and August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (Items #2-3)
- Air Program Report by Deputy Director Mara Elana Burstein
- Committee reports: Public Concerns, EHD Liaison, Information; discussion of Member Chavez's appointment (Item #5)
- Discussion of possible future agenda items (Item #6)
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing on September 8, 2021, to consider 13 zoning requests. These include conditional use approvals for accessory structures and home occupations, variances for setbacks, and administrative amendments to special use permits. Two items are continuations from earlier hearings.
- Conditional use for 665 sq ft garage at 209 Sombrero Lp. NE (continued from March 2020)
- Variance of 3 ft to side yard setback at 9814 2nd St. NW (continued from August 2020)
- Conditional use for 1,200 sq ft accessory structure at 5 Sandia Heights Dr. NE
- Conditional use for 2,400 sq ft garage/storage at 535 Muscatel Ave. NE and 4233 Padilla Rd. SW
- Administrative amendment to reduce site area for Balloon Fiesta at 10316/10424 Edith Blvd. NE
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual public hearing on September 1, 2021, to consider several zoning and land-use items. These include a deferred special use permit for an RV campground, two zone map amendments, and two county-wide zoning code amendments regarding mobile food establishments and distilleries. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or in person.
- Special Use Permit for overnight RV campground at 10424 Edith Blvd. NE (deferred from August 4)
- Zone map amendment from A-2 to SD-E66-CC at 880 NM 217 and 1372/1376 NM 333 (approx. 9.04 acres)
- Zone map amendment from A-1 to R-1 at 10508 2nd St. NW (approx. 1.24 acres)
- Zoning code amendment to define and allow 'Mobile Food Establishment' in C-1 zones
- Zoning code amendment to allow distilleries in C-1 zones and update liquor license requirements
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions, including one encouraging COVID-19 vaccinations and another directing staff to select a bank for county employees. They will also adopt capital improvement plans for 2023-2027 and the 2022 CIP/GO Bond schedule. The meeting includes proclamations, appointments, and a consent agenda with a contract award for apparel and an amendment for ADA ramp repairs.
- Resolution encouraging COVID-19 vaccinations in Bernalillo County
- Resolution directing staff to select a financial institution for county employees
- Adoption of 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and 2022 CIP/GO Bond Schedule
- Amendment to MOU with City of Albuquerque for Law Enforcement Center ADA ramp repairs ($198,467.50)
- Award RFB# 0001-22-JM to Screen Images for apparel and promotional products
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet to approve minutes from the May 25, 2021 meeting, receive a treasurer’s report, and review proposed revisions to the county’s investment policy. The board will also consider advice and consent for the quarterly investment strategy.
- Approval of May 25, 2021 Board of Finance meeting minutes
- Quarterly investment strategy advice and consent
- Investment policy review and approval of changes
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will consider seven sketch and final plat requests for subdivisions across Bernalillo County, ranging from two to six lots. The agenda includes a county-proposed replat to dedicate 23 lots along Eubank Blvd NE for road purposes. All items are requests for approval or discussion at this meeting.
- Four-lot subdivision at 2605 Norment Rd SW (6.48 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Two-lot subdivision at 63 Longview Dr (4.98 acres, A-2 zoning)
- Five-lot subdivision at 92 Lovato Rd (21.13 acres, A-2 zoning)
- Six-lot subdivision at 3100 Rio Bravo Blvd SW (13.17 acres, C-1 zoning)
- Replat for road dedication of 23 lots along Eubank Blvd NE between San Antonio Dr NE and Corona Ave NE
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to discuss a Supreme Court remand order related to the Santolina Development Project. The discussion pertains to pending litigation under attorney-client privilege.
- Supreme Court remand order NO. S-1-SC-38653 on Santolina Development Project
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning meeting to decide on land-use appeals and approve minutes. Three appeals were reviewed: one for the Santolina Planned Communities Zone was approved, one for a winery special use permit was denied, and one for a public building with outdoor live entertainment was approved.
- Approval of Santolina Planned Communities Zone (COA2015-0006/CZ-20130009)
- Denial of Special Use Permit for Winery and Single-Family Dwelling (COA2021-0011/CSU2021-0011)
- Approval of Special Use Permit for Public Building with Outdoor Live Entertainment (COA2021-0012/CSU2021-0012)
Board of County Commissioners - Special Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is holding a special administrative meeting to consider filling the vacancy for State House of Representatives District 19 by appointing a new representative to serve the unexpired term. Public comment is limited to this approval item. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom webinar.
- Filling vacancy for House Representative District 19 by appointment
- Public comment limited to approval item, 30 speakers, 60 seconds each
- Meeting held via Zoom webinar, public can view on GovTV-16 or live stream
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board is meeting to handle routine business, including electing a new chair and vice chair, and reviewing and approving quarterly reports for fiscal year 2021. The board will also approve the prior meeting's minutes and schedule the next meeting. This is a procedural meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.
- Nomination and election of new chair and vice chair
- Review and approval of second, third, and fourth quarter reports for FY2021
- Approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board meets on August 18, 2021, to review administrative and operational reports. The board will discuss the Metropolitan Detention Center population dashboard, facility updates, court hearings, and specific ordinance reports including grievances, staffing, and PREA data.
- MDC Population Report Dashboard
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) Updates
- Grievance Report
- Staffing Report
- PREA Report
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting to approve a consent agenda with multiple financial resolutions, contracts, and appointments, and to discuss updates on behavioral health services. Key items include a $8,000,000 budget transfer for a single-site multi-family housing project, acceptance of $2,092,836 in federal funds for a COVID-19 health literacy campaign, and approval of a sustainability and climate action plan outline with an estimated cost of $150,000.
- Budget transfer of $8,000,000 for Single-Site Multi-Family Housing Project from Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Non-Profit
- Accept $2,092,836 federal funding for COVID-19 Health Literacy Campaign, with $2,076,313 emergency procurement to South Valley MainStreet
- Approve Sustainability and Climate Action Plan Outline, directing staff to develop formal plan at estimated $150,000
- Award RFP #26-21-MM for Benefits Consulting to Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. (4-year agreement, 2-year renewal option)
- Adopt resolutions to demolish nuisance properties at 1545 Bridge Blvd SW and 3511 Cypress Ave SW
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board (ATAB) is meeting to discuss its mission and hold new member elections, as well as follow up on barriers to treatment related to Board of Pharmacy requirements. They will also discuss addiction treatment supports at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) and receive a report from the Department of Behavioral Health Services (DBHS).
- Discussion on ATAB mission/purpose and new member elections
- Follow-up on barriers to treatment due to Board of Pharmacy requirements
- Discussion on MDC addiction treatment supports
- DBHS report including BHI updates and System Gap Analysis
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) is meeting by teleconference to review and discuss several oversight topics. The board will consider approving the July 9, 2021 meeting minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from subcommittees. Old business includes discussions on BCSO's leading investigations into deaths involving its personnel, publishing crime statistics versus IPRA requests, and the draft annual report. New business includes discussions on BCSO's enforcement of health orders and CALEA accreditation.
- Approval of minutes for July 9, 2021 meeting
- Public Outreach Campaign Subcommittee updates
- Discussion of draft SOARB Annual Report for County Commission
- Discussion of BCSO leading investigations into deaths involving BCSO personnel
- Discussion of BCSO's enforcement of health orders and CALEA
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review 15 subdivision and replat requests, including final plats, sketch/final plats, and sketch plats, across various areas of Bernalillo County. These are land-use decisions that determine how properties can be divided and developed. No other substantive matters are on the agenda.
- Final plat for 4-lot subdivision at 9660 Pajarito Rd SW (10.05 acres)
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 235 Kimberly Ln (16.61 acres)
- Replat of Wagner and Nielson Industrial Parks at 727 Wagner Dr SE (10.40 acres)
- Sketch/final plat for 5-lot subdivision at 3286 Rio Bravo Blvd SW (135.54 acres)
- Sketch plat for 6-lot subdivision at 9750 2nd St NW (15.19 acres)
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee meets to approve minutes from April and June 2021, receive a financial report totaling $22,952.44, and discuss amendments to the FY21 budget, reimbursement requests, and deep exploratory well language from regional water plans. The group also reviews 40-year water planning statutes and current planning documents on file with the Office of the State Engineer.
- Approve minutes from 4/08/2021 and 6/10/2021 meetings
- Review financial report showing $22,952.44 balance
- Consider Santa Fe County Amendment 12 for FY21 budget
- Discuss Deep Exploratory Well language from Estancia Basin Regional Water Plans
- Review 40-Year Water Planning Statute and provisions
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from June 2021, discuss FY21 and FY22 UNM ISR evaluations, and receive committee updates on prevention, treatment, and public health. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- FY21 UNM ISR Evaluations (discussion)
- FY22 UNM ISR Evaluations (discussion)
- Prevention Providers Meetings scheduled for September 2021
- DWI Planning Council Vacancy Update
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold a regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The board will discuss a draft procedure for receiving written comments, receive a procedural update on a permit appeal (Docket No. 2020-1), and hold a closed session to discuss a Title VI complaint with the EPA. A proposed new motor vehicle emission regulation was withdrawn by petitioners and will not be considered.
- Discussion of draft procedure for receiving written comments
- Procedural update on Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD (New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC)
- Closed session on EPA Title VI Complaint Case No. 13R-14-R6
- Withdrawn proposed regulation 20.11.105 NMAC (Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles, Model Year 2025+)
- Public comment periods (5-minute and 3-minute limits)
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual hearing on August 11, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to consider 10 requests for zoning variances and conditional-use permits. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone; advance registration is required to speak.
- Variance of 1 ft. to 6 ft. side-yard setback at 1241 Juanita Dr. SW (ZA2021-0055)
- Conditional use for 2,000 sq. ft. garage/storage at 200 Ray Barr Rd. SW (ZA2021-0060)
- Conditional use for RV as temporary dwelling at 7 Lolo Rd. (ZA2021-0065)
- Conditional use for 709 sq. ft. garage at 1316 Cerro Vista Rd. SW (ZA2021-0066)
- Administrative amendment for telecom equipment at 11700 Paseo Del Norte NE (ZA2021-0074)
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually to elect a chair and vice chair for FY22, approve the June 8, 2021 minutes, and receive updates on the Gateway Center (GMC), Safe Outdoor Spaces (SOS), and its committees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new policy decisions or funding actions listed.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for FY22
- Approval of June 8, 2021 meeting minutes
- Update on Gateway Center (GMC) conditional use permit and administrative policies
- Update on Safe Outdoor Spaces (SOS) program
- Reports from HCC committees: Housing, Coordinated Street Outreach, Youth Housing Continuum, Gateway/Facilities
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual hearing on August 4, 2021, to consider several land-use requests, including a deferred special use permit for mining, a deferred development plan for Santolina, and multiple zone map amendments. The commission will also hear two appeals of zoning administrator decisions regarding accessory structures. Public participation is available via Zoom or in person.
- Special Use Permit for mining on 27.33 acres at 3650 Condershire Dr. SW (CSU2021-0018)
- Santolina B.II Plan on 663.6 acres east of Shelly Rd. SW (SPR2021-0004)
- Zone change from A-1 to SD-WC-CLI on 3.66 acres at 13550 I-40 S. West Frontage Rd. SW (CZ2021-0006)
- Zone change from M-H and C-1 to C-1 on 0.81 acres at 609 Osuna Rd. NE and 716 Bear Canyon Rd. NE (CZ2021-0007)
- Appeals of conditional use for 835 sq. ft. accessory structure at 9832 4th St. NW (BA2021-0002/ZA2021-0049, BA2021-0003/ZA2021-0049)
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission is meeting to approve the June 2021 minutes and receive updates from its committees, including Certification, MDS Facilities, Kids Back to Play, and YES. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approval of June 2021 minutes
- Update from Certification Committee (Ron Lucero, Chair)
- Update from MDS Facilities Committee (Jim Tilley, Chair)
- Update from Kids Back to Play Committee (Gloria Faber, Bill Blair, Co-Chairs)
- Update from YES Committee (Dr. Lindsay Smart, Chair)
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and June minutes, and to elect a new chair and vice chair. They will also discuss board strategies for equity, diversity, and inclusion, and review bylaws and rules of order. The board will consider unsolicited proposals for new projects and receive updates on various subcommittees and projects.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of board strategies for equity, diversity and inclusion
- Review of bylaws and rules of order
- Action on unsolicited proposals for new projects
- Project updates including Alvarado Square Main Building 200K Project and South Valley Pool
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee will meet online to adopt the meeting agenda, approve prior minutes, and act on an audit follow-up report. Members will review and approve the FY2022 audit plan and elect a new chair and vice-chair.
- Approve minutes of May 7, 2021 meeting
- Review/approve Follow up Audit Report
- Review/approve Audit Plan FY22
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council holds its regular meeting, open to the public in person or via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, introductions of new DSA staff, a Bear Canyon Senior Center report, administrative reports, and council business. No meeting is scheduled for August.
- Public comment allowed (3 min per attendee) with advance notice
- Introduction of new DSA staff: Denise Parras (Marketing Communications Coordinator) and Gerald Baca (Construction Supervisor)
- Bear Canyon Center Report by Ya-vette Bailey
- Administrative reports from Division Managers, Deb Brinkley, Chris Sanchez, and Anna Sanchez
- No meeting in August
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a virtual and in-person hearing to consider nuisance abatement requests for two properties. Members of the public can attend the meeting online or via telephone.
- Nuisance Abatement Hearing for ENFC2020-0264 located at 1545 Bridge Blvd. SW
- Nuisance Abatement Hearing for ENFC2018-0666 located at 3511 Cypress Ave. SW
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review four subdivision requests: two final plats and two sketch plats. All are land-use decisions on proposed lot splits in unincorporated Bernalillo County areas.
- Final plat: 4-lot subdivision at 9660 Pajarito Rd SW (10.05 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat: 3-lot subdivision at 6532 Isleta Blvd SW (8.74 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat: 2-lot subdivision at 2220 Muniz Rd SW (11.00 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat: 7-lot subdivision on Raquel Rd, East Mountain (82.05 acres, A-2 zoning)
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to discuss its mission and purpose, as well as barriers to treatment related to Board of Pharmacy requirements. The board will also receive updates from the Department of Behavioral Health Services. Public comment is scheduled.
- Discussion of ATAB committee mission and purpose
- Barriers to treatment due to Board of Pharmacy requirements
- DBHS report with BHI and campus updates
- Approval of June 21, 2021 minutes
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council for the City of Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Area Agency on Aging is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, and to receive updates on FY21 close and FY22 budgets, reopening plans, and recruitment to fill vacancies. The meeting is largely procedural, with community feedback and scheduling of the next meeting also on the agenda.
- Approval of agenda for July 19, 2021
- Approval of minutes from May 10, 2021
- Updates on FY21 close and FY22 budgets
- Reopening updates
- Recruitment to fill council vacancies
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will meet via Zoom to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a proposed new regulation for emission standards for new motor vehicles (Model Year 2025 and subsequent). The board will also consider a bylaw amendment clarifying the EHD Director's role as Board Secretary, receive an introduction to California's Advanced Clean Cars I Regulation, and hold a closed session for a status update on a permit appeal. Public comments will be heard.
- Discussion and possible action on whether to hold a public hearing for proposed regulation 20.11.105 NMAC: Emission Standards for New Motor Vehicles—Model Year 2025 and Subsequent
- Action on bylaw amendment to clarify EHD Director's role as Board Secretary
- Introduction to California's Advanced Clean Cars I Regulation
- Closed session for status update on Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD (New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC), Docket No. 2020-1
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator is holding a virtual public hearing to consider 16 separate requests for property variances, conditional use permits, accessory structures, and mobile home placements. Items include proposed side and rear yard setbacks, large accessory structures, and RV dwellings during construction across various county zones. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom video conference.
- ZA2021-0007: Request for a mobile home as a single-family dwelling at 6010 Winchester Rd. SW
- ZA2021-0032 & ZA2021-0045: Variances for side and rear yard setbacks at 1216 Pierre Dr. SW
- ZA2021-0053: Conditional use approval for a 2,689 sq. ft. garage and accessory structure at 1124 Sunflower Dr. SW
- ZA2021-0059: Conditional use approval for a second kitchen at 8921 Beverly Hills Ave. NE
- ZA2021-0064: Conditional use approval for a mobile home for a medical hardship at 1909 Sanchez Rd. SW
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board is meeting to discuss several items, including the Sheriff's Office's enforcement of health orders, crime statistics and their public release, and the office's role in investigations into deaths involving its personnel. The board will also review subcommittee updates on public outreach, the annual report, and standard operating procedures. Public comment is invited.
- Discussion of BCSO's enforcement of health orders
- Discussion of BCSO crime statistics and public publishing versus IPRA requests
- Discussion regarding BCSO leading investigations into deaths involving BCSO personnel
- Approval of SOAR Advisory Notice Procedure
- SOARB Annual Report for County Commission draft outline discussion
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will consider six plat requests, including two final plats and four sketch plats, for subdivisions and replats in the North and South Valley areas. The board will decide on the final plats and discuss the sketch plats, which are preliminary steps in the subdivision approval process.
- Final plat for replat of Lots 1-4, Block A, Zia Gardens, 153 Osuna Rd. NW, 1.29 acres, C-1 zoning
- Final plat for replat of Lot 139-C, 139-B, and 139 Easterly Portion, 5045 Edith Blvd. NE, 0.47 acres, M-1 zoning
- Sketch plat for 3-lot subdivision at 1305 Tobacco Rd SW, 3.28 acres, M-H zoning
- Sketch plat for 5-lot subdivision on McGrane Rd, 10.07 acres, A-1 zoning
- Sketch plat for 12-lot subdivision at 3217 Love Rd. SW, 15.26 acres, A-1 zoning
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will meet virtually on July 7, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. to conduct public business, including reviewing two deferred special use permit applications. Members will also consider agenda changes, approve prior meeting minutes, and address other matters. Public participation is encouraged via Zoom or in person at 111 Union Square St SE, Albuquerque.
- CSU2021-0020: Special Use Permit for contractor’s yard and wireless telecom facility (up to 75 ft) at 120 NM 333, East Mountains, deferred from June 2
- CSU2021-0021: Special Use Permit for winery and single-family dwelling at 2004 Calle de Alondra NW, North Valley, deferred from June 2
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will vote on multiple contracts, appointments, and policy updates at this administrative meeting. Key decisions include accepting $1.6M from the Second Judicial District Court for a courthouse renovation, approving a $51.8M 30-year lease for a new public safety training academy, and appointing members to advisory boards. The board will also hear public presentations on local economic development and adopt ordinances for two LEDA agreements.
- Approve $1,622,570.53 from Second Judicial District Court for 3rd Floor Courtroom renovation at Bernalillo County Courthouse
- Approve $51,794,311.92 30-year lease with FireEd LLC for Public Safety Training Academy
- Adopt ordinances for LEDA agreements with NM Compounding and Infusion Pharmacy ($150K) and American Gypsum ($500K)
- Award RFB-0040-21-DC construction contract for Tom Tenorio Park Phase 1A
- Authorize purchase agreements for murals at Tiny Home Village and Alvarado Square Chambers
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County ABCGC+APS meeting covers routine procedural items and discusses mental health services, including presentations on crisis intervention, provider shortages, and behavioral health updates. Public comment is accepted via written submission or Zoom, with strict 90-second limits and identification requirements.
- History of Mental Health Services in Bernalillo County presentation
- Crisis Intervention Unit presentation
- Shortage of Mental Health Providers presentation
- Legislative Capital Outlay Subcommittee discussion
- Continuing Behavioral Health Initiative updates
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority is meeting to review eight specific requests for final plats, sketch plats, and replats. These items involve subdividing or reconfiguring existing lots in the East Mountain, North Valley, and South Valley areas. The agenda contains no other major policy decisions, budget items, or public hearings beyond these land use applications.
- Final plat request for a 2.13-acre replat at 25 Shiprock Rd. (SRP2021-0067).
- Sketch/final plat for a two-lot subdivision of 12.76 acres at 19 Casa Loma Rd. (SRP2021-0006).
- Sketch plat for a 2.86-acre replat at 9100 2nd St NW (SRP2021-0075).
- Sketch plat for a 145.10-acre replat at 45 Los Pecos Loop (SRP2021-0076).
- Sketch plat for a three-lot subdivision of 1.01 acres at 2019 Sanford Ave. SW (SRP2021-0078).
Board of County Commissioners - Special Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold a special administrative meeting to consider filling the vacancy for State House of Representatives District 28 by appointing a new representative to serve the unexpired term. Public comment is limited to this approval item.
- Motion to fill vacancy for State House District 28
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council met to review fiscal year 2021 performance measures, including COVID-19 highlights and program shifts. The agenda included administrative reports from department staff and a discussion on the upcoming Age Friendly Committee meeting. No specific ordinances, contracts, or budget decisions were listed in the agenda.
- Review of DSA Performance Measures and FY21 COVID Highlights
- Administrative reports from DSA staff including Director Anna Sanchez
- Discussion of Age Friendly Committee meeting scheduled for June 23, 2021
- Announcement that meetings will continue in a hybrid model for the remainder of the year
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board is meeting remotely via Microsoft Teams. The board will elect a new chair and vice chair, and review and approve second and third quarter reports for fiscal year 2021. The meeting is open to the public.
- Election of new chair and vice chair
- Review and approval of FY2021 second and third quarter reports
- Approval of December 1, 2020 meeting minutes
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board (ATAB) is meeting virtually to discuss its mission, positions, and vacancies, as well as barriers to skilled nursing facilities for individuals receiving Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). The board will also receive updates on subcommittees working on standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders, and hear a report from the Department of Behavioral Health Services.
- Discussion on ATAB mission, positions, and vacancies (40 minutes)
- Follow-up on barriers to skilled nursing facilities for MAT patients
- Update on Recovery Services of New Mexico Buprenorphine Maintenance Program
- Subcommittee updates on standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders
- Public comment period (5 minutes)
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting - Cancelled
The Detention Facility Oversight Board meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.
- Meeting cancelled
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will decide whether to approve or deny two related zoning appeals and a special use permit for an electric substation at the southwest corner of Paseo del Norte Frontage Rd. NE and Browning St. NE. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approving previous meeting minutes and announcing the next zoning meeting.
- Appeal of denial for Public Utility Facility (Electric Substation) on Lot 31-A, Block 1, Tract 3, Unit 2 North Albuquerque Acres (COA2021-0010/SPR2021-0003)
- Appeal of denial for Special Use Permit for Public Utility Facility (Electric Substation) on Lot 31-A, Block 1, Tract 3, Unit 2 North Albuquerque Acres (COA2021-0009/CSU2021-0010)
- Motion to approve Administrative Resolution AR 2021- amending the Paseo del Norte/North Albuquerque Acres Sector Development Plan for the substation
- Approval of minutes from the May 11, 2021 Zoning Meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will discuss and vote on items including industrial revenue bonds for solar and battery storage projects, property acquisition for West Side Fire Station 37, and a sustainability and climate action plan outline. The meeting agenda also covers advisory board appointments, fleet purchases, and a collective bargaining agreement with the Albuquerque Area Firefighters.
- Acceptance of FY22 Enhanced 911 Grant Agreement Project No. 22-E-2 in the amount of $624,289
- Approval of Sustainability and Climate Action Plan Outline with an estimated cost of $125,000
- Acquisition of property on the southwest corner of I-40 S. West Frontage and Atrisco Vista Boulevard for West Side Fire Station 37 in the amount of $617,158.00 plus closing costs from Southwest Amigo Investments Inc.
- Inducement Resolution for Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds not to exceed $288,000,000 for Atrisco Solar LLC
- Inducement Resolution for Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds not to exceed $142,000,000 for Atrisco Energy Storage LLC
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners is holding a closed meeting to discuss attorney-client privileged matters related to two zoning appeals. The discussion is exempt from open meeting requirements due to pending litigation. No public decisions are expected.
- Attorney-client privileged discussion on zoning appeals COA2021-0010/SPR2021-0003 and COA2021-0009/CSU2021-0010
Board of Canvass - Board of Canvass
The Bernalillo County Board of Canvass is meeting to approve minutes from their November 16, 2020 meeting. The primary action item is a motion to certify the results of the Special Congressional Election held on June 1, 2021.
- Certification of the June 1, 2021 Special Congressional Election results
- Approval of November 16, 2020 meeting minutes
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board is holding a regular teleconference meeting to discuss subcommittee updates, annual report drafts, and community needs for the Sheriff's Office. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, taking public comment, and discussing standard operating procedures and liability.
- Approval of Minutes for May 14, 2021 meeting
- Public Outreach Campaign Subcommittee Updates
- SOARB Annual Report for County Commission Draft Outline
- Rules for Board Advice to Sheriff’s Office
- Discussion of Guest Column in 5/21/21 Albuquerque Journal
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to review 14 subdivision and replat requests across Bernalillo County, including final plats, sketch plats, and one sketch/final plat. These are land-use decisions that will shape residential development in various areas of the county.
- Final plat for replat at 2341 Pajarito Rd. SW (4.23 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat for replat at 12509 Eagle Rock Ave. NE (1.60 acres, A-1 zoning)
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 7502 Edith Blvd. NE (1.33 acres, R-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat for 5-lot subdivision at 3100 Rio Bravo Blvd. SW (8.28 acres, C-1 zoning)
- Sketch plat for 3-lot subdivision at 11778 NM 337 (71.70 acres, A-2 zoning)
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee met to discuss membership vacancies, financial reports, and the evaluation of proposals for professional water services. No decisions were made on new business, as the committee awaits further progress on water planning initiatives and conservation plans.
- Santa Fe County FY21 MOU Funding Amendment 12 in process with Bernalillo County
- Evaluation of proposal from HydroResolutions for professional water services
- Pending $1,500–$3,500 invoice from HydroResolutions before FY21 year-end
- HydroResolutions contract expires June 30, 2021
- Santa Fe County governmental representative position remains vacant
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and adopt the fiscal year 2022 meeting schedule. Members will also receive a presentation on prevention services and receive updates from prevention, treatment, and campus committees.
- Election of Chair
- Election of Vice Chair
- Approval of FY22 Meeting Schedule
- Presentation by Prevention Works on FY22 Prevention Services
- Committee Updates (Prevention, Treatment, DWI Services/Campus) and Vacancy Update
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual hearing on June 9, 2021, to consider nine requests for variances and conditional use approvals, mostly in the South Valley and North Valley areas. Items include two setback variances for the same property, several accessory structures over 600 sq. ft., a family day care home, and a recreational vehicle as a temporary dwelling. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to the state's emergency order.
- Variance of 1 ft. to required 6 ft. side yard setback at 1216 Pierre Dr. SW (ZA2021-0032)
- Variance of 10 ft. to required 15 ft. rear yard setback at 1216 Pierre Dr. SW (ZA2021-0045)
- Conditional use for 720 sq. ft. shade structure at 2524 Del Sur Dr. SW (ZA2021-0044)
- Conditional use for 900 sq. ft. garage at 2623 Linda Ln. SW (ZA2021-0046)
- Conditional use for family day care home at 5717 Guadalupe Trl. NW (ZA2021-0048)
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Youth Sports Commission will approve the minutes from the April 5 meeting and discuss the ‘Get kids back playing’ committee, a survey report, and an update on Mesa Del Sol. Other items include general discussion and scheduling the next meeting.
- Approval of April 5 2021 Minutes
- ‘Get kids back playing’ Committee – Gloria Faber and Bill Blair
- Survey Report – Dr. Lindsay Smart
- Mesa Del Sol – Jim Tilley update
- Next Meeting – August 2 2021
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board met via teleconference to review its budget and receive updates on several public art projects. The agenda included a status report on the Vision Zero Mural from the City of Albuquerque and an update on the 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment. The board also discussed action items for the Tiny Home Village Project, Alvarado Square Chambers Mural, and South Valley Pool.
- Budget Review presented by Tim Olivas, Special Projects Coordinator
- Vision Zero Mural Update from the City of Albuquerque
- 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment Update
- Action items for Tiny Home Village Project, Alvarado Square Chambers Mural, and South Valley Pool
- Review of Bylaws and Rules of Order with John T. Grubesic, Special Assistant County Attorney
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to receive reports from the Public Library Foundation, the Board President, the Library Director, and the Friends of the Public Library. The board serves as a liaison between the community and government to discuss library needs and development policies.
- Public Library Foundation Report
- Board President Report
- Director’s Report
- Friends of the Public Library Report
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual public hearing on June 2, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. to review seven new land-use applications, including subdivisions, special use permits for mobile homes, wineries, wireless facilities, and a large residential development. The meeting will also consider two deferred cases from prior hearings and routine procedural items such as approving minutes and agenda changes.
- SC2020-0001: Approval request for 33-lot subdivision at 9901 Palomas Ave. NE in North Valley
- CSU2021-0020: Special Use Permit for wireless facility up to 75 feet high at 120 NM 333 in East Mountains
- CSU2021-0021: Special Use Permit for winery and single-family dwelling at 2004 Calle de Alondra NW in North Valley
- CSU2021-0023: Special Use Permit for electric substation at 1100–1160 Los Picaros Rd. SE in South Valley
- SPR2021-0004: Approval of Santolina B.II Plan on 663.6 acres east of Shelly Rd. SW in South Valley
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority met to review nine plats: three final plats and six sketch plats. Each proposal involves small subdivisions or replats in the South Valley, Southwest, North Valley, or Semi-Urban areas, with zoning ranging from A-1 to M-2. The board’s concurrence or non-concurrence for each plat is recorded, and deadlines for final plat completion are set for October 10, 2021.
- SRP2021-0040: Final plat for 3-lot subdivision at 2200 Luchetti Rd. SW (5.24 acres, A-1 zoning)
- SRP2021-0057: Sketch/final plat for replat of Lot 1 & 2, Block 1, Rose Acres Subdivision at 3121 Coors Blvd SW (.58 acres, C-1 zoning)
- SRP2021-0058: Sketch plat for replat of tracts at 754 Goff Blvd SW (.72 acres, R-1 zoning)
- SRP2021-0059: Sketch plat for 5-lot subdivision on Pajarito Rd. SW (9.97 acres, A-1 zoning) — denied
- SRP2021-0062: Sketch plat for replat of Wagner Industrial Park at 727 Wagner Dr. SE (10.40 acres, M-2 zoning)
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will hold a special virtual meeting to review and discuss recommendations for grant proposals under a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Request for Proposal recommendations for addiction treatment grants
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and Albuquerque Public Schools meet to discuss presentations on mental health awareness, APS teacher sensitivity training, and student attendance. They will also receive updates on behavioral health initiatives, mobile crisis teams, and diversion programs.
- Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
- Honoring Adan Carriaga
- Sensitivity Training for APS Teachers and Administrators Presentation
- Albuquerque Public Schools COVID-19 Student Attendance, Engagement, Outreach and Interventions Presentation
- Pre-Prosecution Diversion Program (PPD) Presentation
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from its February 23, 2021 meeting and receive a presentation from the County Treasurer. The board will also consider giving advice and consent to the proposed quarterly investment strategy outlined in the Treasurer’s report.
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and vote on major financial items, including accepting $65,955,646.50 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding and issuing up to $288 million in industrial revenue bonds for a solar electric energy generation project. The agenda also includes approving $11,498,900 for fiscal year 2022 legislative capital outlay appropriations, a 2021 open burning ban due to drought conditions, and property sales at 501 Tijeras Avenue NW and One Civic Plaza NW.
- Budgeted $11,498,900 for FY22 legislative capital outlay appropriations
- Accepted $10,297,747.00 for the Emergency Rental Assistance 2 program
- Issued taxable industrial revenue bonds up to $288,000,000 for Atrisco Atrisco Solar LLC and $142,000,000 for Atrisco Energy Storage LLC
- Accepted and budgeted $65,955,646.50 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
- Approved the disposition and sale of 501 Tijeras Avenue NW for $1,350,000.00 and One Civic Plaza NW for $5,550,000.00
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board is meeting to discuss updates regarding the McClendon case, legislation, the Metropolitan Detention Center, and various facility reports including staffing, population, and tablet usage. The board will also consider approving minutes from the April 21, 2021 meeting and take public comment.
- Approval of April 21, 2021 DFMO Board Meeting minutes
- McClendon Update
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) Updates
- Ordinance Reports including Grievance, Staffing, Population, PREA, and Tablet Usage reports
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council will hold a regular meeting to review administrative reports and discuss the Department of Senior Affairs reopening plan. The council advises the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and the villages of Los Ranchos de ABQ and Tijeras on senior services and program development.
- Review of Department of Senior Affairs Reopening Plan
- Older Americans Month 'A Senior I Know' essay presentation
- Administrative reports from division managers and department leadership
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will discuss updates to standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders, review countywide low-barrier care recommendations, and address barriers to skilled nursing facilities for individuals on medication-assisted treatment. The board will also follow up on issues at the Metropolitan Detention Center and receive a report from the Department of Behavioral Health Services.
- Review of Standard of Care updates for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders
- Discussion on barriers to skilled nursing facilities for individuals on Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Follow-up on Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) issues, including Centurion and RSONM
- Department of Behavioral Health Services (DBHS) report on campus and Behavioral Health Initiative (BHI) updates
- Review of ATAB committee positions and vacancies
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The board approved minutes from April meetings, heard the sheriff’s office comment, and received public input. It reviewed updates from the Public Outreach and SOPs subcommittees and discussed the format of future advice to the sheriff. New business included information on the BCSO Citizen’s Academy, mental health services, and potential board member liability. No major decisions were made.
- Approval of Minutes for April 9, 2021 meeting
- Approval of Minutes for April 30, 2021 meeting
- Public Outreach Campaign Subcommittee Updates
- SOPs Subcommittee Updates
- Information about the BCSO Citizen’s Academy
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority meets to review eight subdivision plats under the Rural North Valley, South Valley, East Mountain, and Southwest area plans. Items include final plats for two North Valley subdivisions and sketch plats for six larger replats or subdivisions ranging from 1 to 10,878 acres.
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 9710 Rio Grande Blvd NW (SRP2021-0033)
- Final plat replat of Lot 24-D-2 and Lot 25 at 9975 Guadalupe Trl NW (SRP2021-0034)
- Sketch/Final plat replat of 565.92-acre VG Farms tract at 7701 2nd St SW (SRP2021-0051)
- Sketch plat for 2-lot subdivision at 235 Kimberly Ln in East Mountain (SRP2021-0052)
- Sketch plat replat of 10,878-acre Santolina Level A tract at 17900 I-40 West Frontage Rd SW (SRP2021-0053)
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator is holding a virtual hearing to consider various conditional use requests, variances, and land use permits. Items on the agenda include mobile home placements, front yard setbacks, home occupations, recreational vehicles used during construction, oversized accessory structures, apartments, and carports across multiple county areas.
- ZA2021-0007: Conditional use approval for a mobile home at 6010 Winchester Rd. SW
- ZA2021-0033: Variance of 11 ft. to front yard setback at 1724 Potomac Rd. SW
- ZA2021-0036: Conditional use approval for a Home Occupation (Gunsmith) at 10 Alta Ct.
- ZA2021-0040: Conditional use approval for a 1,560 sq. ft. garage at 241 Sunnyslope St. SW
- ZA2021-0043: Conditional use approval for a 2,000 sq. ft. garage/storage at 535 Alameda Blvd. NW
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will meet in a closed session to discuss the Supreme Court Remand Order NO. S-1-SC-38653 concerning the Santolina Development project. This meeting is closed to the public under the Open Meetings Act to allow for attorney-client privileged communication regarding pending or threatened litigation.
- Discussion of Supreme Court Remand Order NO. S-1-SC-38653 regarding the Santolina Development project
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting to consider several routine items, including a parking lease with the City of Albuquerque, a $44 million multifamily housing revenue bond for Gateway Apartments, and an internal audit services contract. The agenda also includes proclamations, consent agenda items, and public comment.
- Lease agreement with City of Albuquerque for ~100 parking spaces at 400 Copper NW
- Inducement resolution for up to $44M in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Gateway Apartments)
- Award RFP #17-21-SB to REDW LLC for internal auditing services
- Purchase of two SOTER RS Full Body Scanners for MDC with 5-year service agreement
- Impact fee waiver of $58,309.10 for Pilot Travel Centers LLC
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a zoning meeting to approve four special use permits for wineries and event centers. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approving minutes and announcing the next zoning meeting.
- Approval of four special use permits (CSU2021-0005, COA2021-0003, COA2021-0006, COA2021-0004) for wineries and event centers with A-1 recreational lake uses, O-1 bed and breakfast houses, and C-2 amusement enterprises
- Approval of minutes from the April 6, 2021 zoning meeting
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board will conduct a regular meeting to approve the minutes from its March 23, 2021 session and authorize the Executive Director to sign the IRS Form 990 tax filing on behalf of the board. No substantive policy decisions or new initiatives are listed on the agenda.
- Motion to approve March 23, 2021 meeting minutes
- Motion to authorize signing of IRS Form 990
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council, an Area Agency on Aging body for Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, holds its regular meeting to receive updates on fiscal year 2021 and 2022 budgets, reopening guidance, the state plan for long-term services and supports, and provider services. The council also discusses recruitment to fill vacancies and gathers community feedback from advisory members.
- FY21 and FY22 budget updates
- Reopening guidance review
- ALTSD New Mexico State Plan discussion
- Provider and services updates
- Recruitment to fill vacancies
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee will meet online to confirm a quorum, approve minutes from the February 12, 2021 meeting, and review and approve three internal audit reports covering the Treasurer’s Office, Economic Development, and Behavioral Health. No new decisions are scheduled beyond these approvals.
- Approve minutes of Feb. 12, 2021 meeting
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Treasurer’s Office
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Economic Development
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Behavioral Health
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission held a virtual meeting on May 5, 2021, to review a remanded preliminary plat for a 12-lot subdivision on Edith Blvd. The agenda also included a deferred special use permit for a community center at 1250 Isleta Blvd. SW and five new requests for special use permits involving public buildings, equipment rental, solar facilities, mining, and residential dwellings.
- Preliminary plat approval for a 12-lot subdivision of approximately 7.12 acres on Edith Blvd (SC2019-0008).
- Special Use Permit for a community center and outdoor live entertainment at 1250 Isleta Blvd. SW (CSU2021-0012).
- Special Use Permit for a Public Building including an Emergency Command Center at 6 Unger Rd. (CSU2021-0015).
- Special Use Permit for Contractor’s Equipment Rental and Sales at 6301 Edith Blvd. NE (CSU2021-0016).
- Special Use Permit for Mining, Excavating, and Stockpiling of rock, sand, and gravel at 3650 Condershire Dr. SW (CSU2021-0018).
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will hold a teleconference to approve minutes and review new business, including a conflict of interest definition and a rubric from the City of Albuquerque Urban Enhancement Trust Fund. The board will take action on selecting youth art for the Metro Art Exhibit and creating an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Subcommittee. Discussion items include updates on the 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment, budget statements, and specific projects like Alvarado Square and the Tiny Home Village.
- Selection of Youth Art from Metro Art Exhibit
- Creation of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Subcommittee
- Discussion of 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment
- Review of Conflict of Interest definition with Special Assistant County Attorney John T. Grubesic
- Updates on Alvarado Square, Tiny Home Village, and Victims of Gun Violence Memorial
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Special Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board is holding a special teleconference meeting. The agenda includes roll call, discussion of board members' backgrounds, and an announcement of the next meeting. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Special meeting held via teleconference on April 30, 2021
- Discussion of board members' backgrounds
- Next board meeting announced for May 14, 2021
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission will hear presentations on Albuquerque Housing Authority capacity and vacancy rates, and on approaching APS district-wide initiatives with an equity lens. It will also receive updates on behavioral health initiatives, including addiction treatment for inmates, the Resource Re-entry Center, and the LEAD program. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the public health emergency.
- Albuquerque Housing Authority capacity and vacancy rates presentation
- APS district-wide initiatives with an equity lens presentation
- Addiction Treatment Advisory Board update on addiction treatment for inmates
- Resource Re-entry Center update
- Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) program presentation
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority (CDRA) will hold a regular meeting to review and decide on multiple subdivision plats, including final, preliminary, and sketch plats, across East Mountain, South Valley, and Southwest areas. The agenda includes requests for new subdivisions, replats, and lot splits, all subject to area plan regulations. No other substantive items are listed.
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 70 Valle Hermosa Rd, East Mountain (10.01 acres)
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 19 Casa Loma Rd, East Mountain (12.76 acres)
- Final plat for 3-lot subdivision at 3112 Amalia Rd SW, South Valley (1.77 acres)
- Preliminary plat for 7-lot subdivision at 45 Moriarity Rd, East Mountain (52.24 acres)
- Sketch plat for replat of 94.30 acres at 56 Verga Dr, East Mountain
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Detention Facility Oversight Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss legislative updates, Metropolitan Detention Center operations, and multiple oversight reports including grievances, staffing, population, PREA compliance, and tablet usage. The board will also review minutes from prior meetings and allow public comment.
- Approval of minutes from February 17 and March 17, 2021 meetings
- Legislative update on detention facility policies
- Metropolitan Detention Center staffing, population, and PREA compliance reports
- Grievance and tablet usage reports
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed session to receive an update and discuss the ongoing *Bernalillo County v McClendon* litigation. The meeting is closed under state law to protect attorney-client privileged communications regarding threatened or pending legal matters.
Board of County Commissioners - Special UNMH Quarterly Update
The Board of County Commissioners holds a special quarterly update on the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) budget. The County Manager presents FY22 operating assumptions during a work session, and the next budget work session is scheduled for June 29, 2021.
- FY22 Operating Assumptions presented by County Manager
- Next UNMH Budget Work Session set for June 29, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider several financial resolutions and approvals, including accepting $1.44 million in federal housing funds, a $500,000 contribution to the International District Library, and an amendment to the One Civic agreement for repairs. The meeting also includes proclamations, public comment, and approval of minutes.
- Approve $1,441,023 from HUD for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
- Authorize $500,000 capital contribution for International District Library design and construction
- Approve amendment to One Civic MOU for repairs: generator ($591,426.83), elevator ($152,000), café ($41,056.64)
- Approve Financial Resolution #3 decreasing grants budget by $587,000 for Economic Development
- Approve $7,200 from NM Behavioral Health Services for rehab facility accreditation
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council is meeting to discuss senior issues, including a proposal for free fare for seniors, virtual sports and fitness programming, and administrative reports. The meeting is open to the public with advance notice for comments.
- Brainstorm free fare for seniors with Christopher Ramirez and Patricia Salisbury
- Welcome to DSA by Eddie Cisneros, Assistant Maintenance Supervisor
- Sports and Fitness Virtual Programming by Joel Mahoney
- DSA Administrative Reports from division managers, Deb Brinkley, and Anna Sanchez
- A Senior I Know drive-thru event on May 6, 2021 at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board (ATAB) is meeting virtually to discuss updates on subcommittees, including standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders, as well as low-barrier care needs. They will also hear follow-ups on committee vacancies, barriers to skilled nursing for MAT patients, and an update from the Metropolitan Detention Center. The agenda includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.
- Update on Standard of Care for Alcohol Use Disorder (Dr. Barbara McCrady/Charlotte Breeden)
- Discussion on barriers to skilled nursing facilities for individuals receiving Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) update by Dr. Duhigg
- Criteria of County Programs presented by Dr. Anjali Taneja
- Department of Behavioral Health Services report including RSONM contract update
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing to consider 11 land-use requests, including conditional uses, variances, and administrative amendments. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to the state's emergency order, with public participation encouraged for health safety.
- ZA2021-0019: Administrative amendment to Special Use Permit for Lot 6, Gun Club Acres Addition, 4410 El Charro Pl. SW
- ZA2021-0022: Conditional use approval for RV as temporary dwelling during construction at 911 Atrisco Dr. SW
- ZA2021-0023: Conditional use for 1,008 sq. ft. garage at 801 Floretta Dr. NW
- ZA2021-0028: 2-foot front-yard setback variance request at 39 Fischer Ln.
- ZA2021-0030: Conditional use for nonprofit animal facility at 206 La Donna Ln. NE
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, and to discuss new business including unsolicited funding requests, a proposed ordinance amendment, and the disposition of Betty Sabo inventory items. Action items include creating subcommittees for funding request processes and ordinance amendments, and deciding on the Charter Hospital inheritance. The board will also discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion strategies, and receive updates on various projects.
- Creation of subcommittee for unsolicited funding request process
- Creation of subcommittee for Ordinance Amendment
- Charter Hospital Inheritance from Betty Sabo Inventory
- Discussion on equity, diversity, and inclusion strategies
- Updates on Alvarado Square, Tiny Home Village, and other projects
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board (SOARB) is meeting to discuss several items, including a public outreach campaign, updates on standard operating procedures (SOPs), and its annual report to the County Commission. The board will also consider scheduling a social gathering and inviting commissioners to provide feedback. Public comment is scheduled, and the meeting is held via teleconference.
- Approval of minutes from March 12, 2021 meeting
- Discussion of SOARB Communications Plan Draft and Mission Statement
- Update on IPRA and community access to SOPs, including update frequency and responsibility
- Discussion of SOARB Annual Report for County Commission
- Scheduling a social gathering for Board members
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will review seven subdivision requests, including one final plat and six sketch plats, located in the South Valley, South West, and East Mountain areas. These are preliminary or final approval requests for residential lot splits and subdivisions.
- Final plat for replat of Tract A and B at 2305 Hooper Rd SW, .47 acres, M-H zoning
- Sketch plat for 6-lot subdivision on McGrane Rd, 10.07 acres, A-1 zoning
- Sketch plat for 12-lot subdivision at 3217 Love Rd SW, 15.25 acres, A-1 zoning
- Sketch plat for 4-lot subdivision at 3624 San Ygnacio Rd SW, 2.18 acres, R-1 zoning
- Sketch plat for 3-lot subdivision at 11778 NM 337, 71.70 acres, A-2 zoning
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee is meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, discuss a funding amendment with Santa Fe County, and hear updates on a deep exploratory well scoping effort. They will also consider annual budget requests from Moriarity and Edgewood and receive legislative and monitoring updates.
- Approval of 02/11/2021 minutes
- Approval of financial report and invoices as of March 31, 2021
- Santa Fe Co. FY 21 MOU Funding Amendment 12
- Solicitation for professional services for deep exploratory well scoping effort
- Annual budget requests from Moriarity and Edgewood
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council will hold its regular meeting on April 8, 2021, to approve minutes from February, receive a presentation from UNM Project ECHO, and hear updates on DWI services, campus initiatives, and committee activities. The council will also address a vacancy and receive public comment before adjourning.
- Approval of February 11, 2021 meeting minutes
- UNM Project ECHO presentation on DWI-related services
- DWI Services and campus updates
- Above the Influence Marketing Campaign update
- DWI Planning Council vacancy update
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual public hearing to decide on multiple special use permits and zoning map amendments. The meeting includes votes on a winery and distilled spirits production facility, a zone change from A-1 to M-H, and several other land-use requests. Public participation is encouraged via Zoom or in person with limited attendance.
- CSU2020-0013: Winery and distilled spirits production facility at 11033 4th St. NW (North Valley)
- CZ2021-0005: Zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H at 6900 Ray LN SW (South Valley)
- CSU2021-0011: Winery and single-family dwelling at 1617 Barcelona Rd. SW (South Valley)
- CSU2021-0012: Special Use Permit for community center and outdoor live entertainment at 1250 Isleta Blvd. SW (South Valley)
- CSU2021-0014: Special Use Permit for golf course and hotel at 1 Clubhouse Dr., 9 Clubhouse Dr., and 18 Clubhouse Dr. (East Mountains)
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning meeting to review and decide on two appeals submitted by Planning & Development Services. Both appeals sought approval for a special use permit and a preliminary plat, which were denied by the board.
- Denial of COA2021-0007/CSU2021-0007: Special Use Permit for a Contractor’s Yard and Permissive C-2 Uses
- Denial of COA2021-0008/SC2019-0008: Preliminary Plat for a twelve (12) lot subdivision
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners meets to approve the FY22 budget totaling $551M, accept $43M in general obligation bond proceeds, and authorize spending on housing, fire equipment, and road projects. The meeting also includes proclamations, appointments, and contract approvals.
- Approve FY22 General Fund Budget of $353,457,231 and Non-General Fund Budget of $198,268,560
- Accept $13,874,494.50 from General Obligation Bonds Series 2021A and $29,229,414.75 from Series 2021
- Authorize $629,448 from New Mexico Fire Protection Fund for Fire & Rescue equipment
- Approve $721,403 change order for Alvarado Square Renovation + Commission Chambers Building
- Authorize $1M General Fund contribution for City of Albuquerque Gateway Center Homeless Facility
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board meets on April 5, 2021, to review the arts ordinance, consider unsolicited project funding requests, and discuss the Charter Hospital Inheritance from the Betty Sabo inventory. The board will also vote on creating new subcommittees and receive updates on various public art projects like Alvarado Square and Tiny Home Village.
- Creation of subcommittee for unsolicited funding requests
- Creation of subcommittee for Ordinance Amendment
- Charter Hospital Inheritance (Betty Sabo Inventory)
- Updates on Alvarado Square and Tiny Home Village
- Updates on Bridge Blvd. Phase I and S. Valley Pool
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear a survey report, and discuss creating a subcommittee focused on getting kids back to playing sports. They will also discuss COVID-19 requirements from the city, county, and APS. A guest from the Journal sports desk is tentatively scheduled.
- Approval of February 1, 2021 minutes
- Survey report by Dr. Lindsay Smart
- Discussion on creating a 'get our kids back playing' subcommittee
- Discussion on COVID-19 requirements (City, County, APS)
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board meets to approve minutes, hear reports from the Public Library Foundation, Board President, Director, and Friends of the Library, and review action items. The board also welcomes new member David Adkins.
- New member introduction: David Adkins
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- Public Library Foundation Report
- Board President Report
- Director’s Report
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Hearing
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing to review the proposed FY22 budget. Members will hear a presentation of the budget, take public comment, and discuss the document before adjourning. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to a public health emergency.
- FY22 Budget Presentation and hearing
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority (CDRA) meets to review and vote on 13 final plat and sketch plat requests for residential subdivisions and replats. All items are routine land-use actions under the county’s zoning and area plans.
- Replat of 13.14 acres at 34 Pine Ridge Rd (SRP2020-0085)
- Replat of 0.43 acres at 2811 Isleta Blvd SW (SRP2020-0091)
- Two-lot subdivision at 2833 Rio Bravo Blvd SW (SRP2020-0098)
- Replat of 19.00 acres at 10316 Edith Blvd NE for Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta (SRP2021-0035)
- Replat of 260.36 acres at 12945 Ladera Dr NW (SRP2021-0041)
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Senior Affairs Advisory Council, which advises the City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs and its funding partners, will hold its regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda is procedural, focusing on roll call, approval of minutes, and routine reports from division managers and the director. New member Havens Levitt will be welcomed, and council members will provide optional reports.
- Welcome new member Havens Levitt
- Case Management Overview by Bernadette Garcia-Sanchez
- DSA Administrative Reports from Deb Brinkley and Anna Sanchez
- Review of Committees and Assignments
- Future meetings to include in-person option with Zoom hybrid
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission plus APS (ABCGC+APS) will hold a regular meeting via Zoom video conference. The commission will consider approval of the Community Connections Supportive Housing Expansion and discuss the Project ChildSafe Event. Old business topics include updates on the Youth Suicide Prevention Collaborative and Continuing Behavioral Health Initiatives.
- Community Connections Supportive Housing Expansion Approval
- Project ChildSafe Event
- Youth Suicide Prevention Collaborative Update
- Continuing Behavioral Health Initiative Updates
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board will meet to approve meeting minutes and consider the adoption of a new procurement ordinance. This meeting is procedural and focuses on establishing purchasing regulations for the board.
- Approval of Resolution 2021-1 adopting Bernalillo County Procurement Ordinance Article V Purchasing-Division 1-4 Sec. 2-356 through 2-429
- Approval of January 26, 2021 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting, primarily acting on a consent agenda that includes accepting federal grants for the detention center, approving contracts for road striping and security services, and adopting several zone map amendments. The board will also consider proclamations, board appointments, and a plaque placement. Public comment is limited to 90 seconds per speaker via Zoom.
- Accept $680,391 DOJ grant for incarcerated parents and their minor children
- Accept $249,719 DOJ grant for PREA standards implementation and camera purchase
- Approve 5-year Axon Taser service agreement for $294,000
- Approve zone map amendments: CZ2021-0002 (A-1/R-1 to R-1), CZ2021-0003 (M-H to C-N), CZ2021-0004 (R-1 to C-1)
- Approve road striping and pavement markings contract with Highway Supply LLC
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center, including reports on grievances, staffing, population, PREA compliance, and tablet usage. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or decisions listed.
- CJCC presentation
- Legislative update
- MDC updates
- Ordinance reports: grievance, staffing, population, PREA, tablet usage
- Court hearings discussion
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board will hold a virtual meeting to review and approve the December 1, 2020 minutes and the second quarter fiscal year 2021 report. The board will also schedule the next meeting.
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will discuss committee vacancies and barriers to skilled nursing for individuals receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The board will also receive updates from the Department of Behavioral Health Services regarding campus and Behavioral Health Initiative projects.
- Discussion on ATAB committee positions and vacancies
- Discussion on barriers to skilled nursing facilities for MAT patients
- Updates on Standards of Care for Alcohol, Opioid, and Methamphetamine Use Disorders
- Development of countywide recommendations for low-barrier addiction care
- Department of Behavioral Health Services report on campus and BHI updates
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will discuss Sheriff’s Office helicopter spending and review a draft public communications plan and mission statement. The board will also address forming a standard operating procedures subcommittee and prepare a report for the County Commission.
- Discussion on Sheriff’s Office helicopter spending
- Public Outreach Campaign review, including the SOARB Communications Plan Draft and Mission Statement
- Call for members to join the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Subcommittee
- Preparation of a SOARB report for the County Commission
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority (CDRA) is meeting to review and decide on 12 subdivision plat requests, including final plats, sketch plats, and replats, across various areas of Bernalillo County. The agenda includes one final plat, one sketch/final plat, and ten sketch plats, all proposed by different agents and property owners. No other business is listed on the agenda.
- Final plat for replat of Lot 2, 3, 4, Garden Home Place Addition, 208 Sunnyslope St SW (1.52 acres)
- Sketch/Final plat for 5-lot subdivision, Sunport South Business Park, 1200 Los Picaros Rd SE (155.97 acres)
- Sketch plat for 9-lot subdivision, Nature Pointe Community Phase 2, 1 Thunder Hawk Ridge (18.01 acres)
- Sketch plat for 6-lot subdivision, Mikay Lanna Vistas Subdivision, 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (3.37 acres)
- Sketch plat for replat, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta Inc., 10316 Edith Blvd NE (19.00 acres)
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom on March 10, 2021, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The meeting will include discussions on air dispersion modeling, cumulative impact regulations, a procedural update on a 2020 air quality petition, and presentations on sulfur dioxide reports and legal mandates. Public comments will be accepted during the meeting.
- Discussion and approval of January and February 2021 meeting minutes
- Presentation on Air Dispersion Modeling by Jeff Stonesifer, Senior Environmental Health Scientist
- Procedural update on AQCB Petition No. 2020-1 regarding New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC air permit
- Presentation on 2019 Sulfur Dioxide Milestone Report
- Board action on mandate from Southwest Organizing Project v. Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual hearing to review nine conditional-use requests and setback-variance applications for residential and commercial accessory structures. All items are continuations or new petitions for structures over 600 sq. ft. on lots zoned R-1, A-2, M-H, M-1, and C-1 across Albuquerque.
- ZA2021-0006: 700 sq. ft. carport at 8 Darby Dr., Sandia Knolls Subdivision
- ZA2021-0009: commercial dog-training facility at 9 Nexus Ln., Escabosa Tracts
- ZA2021-0012: 2,480 sq. ft. garage/storage at 1725 Conita Real SW, La Fern Addition
- ZA2021-0017: 10-ft front-yard setback variance at 7601 Reading Dr. SE, Valle Del Sol Industrial Park
- ZA2021-0020: 4-ft height variance for wireless facility at 4351 Coors Blvd. SW, Marcus Plaza Enterprises
Board of Registration - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Registration will discuss and vote on a list of voter registration records identified for cancellation. The board will also approve minutes from the March 2, 2021 meeting and take public comment. This is a regular meeting focused on voter roll maintenance.
- Discussion on voter records considered for voter cancellation
- Motion to approve voter registration records for cancellation and direct the County Clerk to cancel registrations by end of business March 9, 2021
- Approval of minutes from March 2, 2021 meeting
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider five separate appeals regarding a Special Use Permit (CSU2020-0013). The permit covers a winery, distilled spirits production, a recreational lake, bed and breakfast facilities, and an event center with outdoor entertainment.
- Appeal COA2021-0002/CSU2020-0013
- Appeal COA2021-0005/CSU2020-0013
- Appeal COA2021-0003/CSU2020-0013
- Appeal COA2021-0006/CSU2020-0013
- Appeal COA2021-0004/CSU2020-0013
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is deciding on a $22,000,000 industrial revenue bond for American Gypsum Company, LLC, alongside grant acceptances, board appointments, and updates on the Tiny Home Village project. The meeting includes funding agreements for the Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project and a sheriff's office camera grant.
- A public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 2021 for Taxable Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $22,000,000 for American Gypsum Company, LLC
- Acceptance of a $500,000 Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office
- Acceptance of $1,050,000 in NMDOT funding for the Isleta Boulevard Corridor Project
- One-time allocation of $100,000 from the General Fund for the City of Albuquerque acquisition of the Poole Property open space
- Creation of four new full-time positions for the Department of Behavioral Health Services
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will meet virtually to consider several land development and special use permit requests. The agenda includes a preliminary plat for a 12-lot subdivision and multiple applications for contractor yards and public utility facilities.
- Preliminary plat approval for a 12-lot subdivision on Edith Blvd
- Special Use Permit for a contractor's yard at 9100 2nd St. NW
- Special Use Permit for a contractor's yard and dwelling at 500 El Paraiso Rd. NE
- Special Use Permit for an electric switching station near Pajarito Rd. SW
- Amendment and permit for an electric substation at Paseo del Norte and Browning St. NE
Board of Registration - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Registration is meeting to elect a chair, receive an overview of its duties, approve 2019 minutes, and review a list of inactive voters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.
- Nomination and election of Board of Registration chair
- Overview of board duties by Elections Administrator Nathan Jaramillo and staff
- Approval of 2019 meeting minutes
- Review of inactive voters list
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving past minutes and creating a bylaws committee. They will also discuss the 2020/2021 financials, the selection process for 1% for the Arts projects, an ordinance amendment update, and equity strategies, plus receive updates on various public art projects.
- Creation of a bylaws committee (action item)
- Review of 2020/2021 financials
- 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment update
- Project updates: Victims of Gun Violence Memorial, Outposts, Alvarado Square, Tiny Home Village, Sunport Blvd., Bridge Blvd., S. Valley Pool
- Protocol for organizations partnering with Bernalillo County Public Art
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Special Meeting
This is the first meeting of the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board, held via teleconference. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of a call to order, roll call, member introductions, and scheduling the next meeting. No substantive policy decisions or discussions are listed.
- Board member introductions and background discussions
- Next meeting scheduled for March 12, 2021 at 11 a.m. via Teams
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will meet to consider four final plat requests, one combined sketch/final plat request, and two preliminary or sketch plat proposals. These applications involve various properties across the East Mountain, North Valley, South West, and North East areas of the county.
- Final plat for 9.97 acres at 54 Angeles Vista Cir.
- Final plat for 3.00 acres at 66 Nightingale Ln.
- Final plat for 0.36 acres at 6624 Broadway Blvd NE.
- Final plat for 42.21 acres south of 118th St.
- Preliminary plat for a 33-lot subdivision at 9901 Palomas Ave. NE.
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners held a virtual administrative meeting on February 23, 2021. They approved agenda changes, received a proclamation for the county's StormReady designation, heard a presentation from Cooperative Extension Services, and took public comments. The most consequential action was the rejection of Karen Alarid's appointment to the Detention Facility Management Oversight Board, which failed due to lack of a second.
- Rejected appointment of Karen Alarid to Detention Facility Management Oversight Board (no second to motion)
- Added Tiny Home Village Change Order Approval as Item 8G on Consent Agenda
- Recognized Bernalillo County as one of six StormReady counties in New Mexico
- Heard public comment opposing APS bus depot in Tijeras area (Rincon Loop)
- Extension Services reported on virtual programs including diabetes prevention and COVID-19 stress webinars
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from the November 10, 2020 meeting, hear a report from the County Treasurer, and vote on giving advice and consent to the proposed quarterly investment strategy. The meeting is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Approval of November 10, 2020 Board of Finance minutes
- County Treasurer's Board of Finance Report for February 23, 2021
- Advice and consent on quarterly investment strategy
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, a presentation on Age Friendly initiatives, administrative reports from division managers and the director, and council business. No votes on specific policies or funding are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation by Andrew West on Age Friendly initiatives
- Administrative reports from Deputy Director Anthony Romero and Director Anna Sanchez
- Public comments allowed with advance notice (contact 764-6469)
- Meeting held via Zoom (ID: 968 7296 0580, Passcode: 396168)
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and discuss updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), including grievance, staffing, population, PREA, and tablet usage reports. The board will also introduce new members Susan Reyes and Barron Jones and receive a presentation from Gordon Bernell.
- Introduction of new board members Susan Reyes and Barron Jones
- Gordon Bernell presentation
- MDC updates including grievance, staffing, population, PREA, and tablet usage reports
- Ordinance reports
- Court hearings discussion
Board of Registration - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Registration is holding a regular meeting to conduct procedural business, including convening, electing a chair, reviewing board duties, and approving past minutes. The board will also receive a list of inactive voters.
- Nomination and Election of Chair for the Board of Registration
- Approval of Minutes from the 2021 Board of Registration
- Provide list of inactive voters to the Board
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting virtually to review committee vacancies, discuss pharmacy barriers to Suboxone prescriptions, and receive updates on subcommittees revising standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders. The Department of Behavioral Health Services will report on Suboxone induction at CARE Campus and a city/county system gaps analysis.
- Review of ATAB committee positions and vacancies
- Follow-up discussion on pharmacy barriers to Suboxone prescriptions
- Updates on standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders
- Suboxone induction on CARE Campus and transition to outpatient clinics
- City/County system gaps analysis
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board will hold a teleconference meeting to discuss several items, including a public outreach campaign, standard operating procedures, Sheriff's Office helicopter spending, compliance with a DA questionnaire, and body-worn cameras. The agenda includes public comment opportunities and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.
- Public Outreach Campaign – Debi Dodge, with Floyd Vasquez as point of contact
- Call for volunteers for SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) review
- Discussion of Sheriff's Office helicopter spending
- Advisement to Sheriff about compliance with DA Torrez questionnaire
- Discussion of body-worn cameras
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee meets to confirm a quorum, adopt the agenda, and approve minutes from the November 19, 2020 meeting. Members will review and approve four internal audit reports covering the Clerk’s Office, Special Revenue Fund, Risk Management – Insurance, and the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center Forensic Audit Services.
- Approve minutes of November 19, 2020 meeting
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report–Clerk’s Office
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report –Special Revenue Fund
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report –Risk Management - Insurance
- Review/approve Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center Forensic Audit Services
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, discuss new business including the Above the Influence Marketing Campaign, and receive updates on DWI data, services, CARE Campus, and committee activities. The meeting is largely routine with action items limited to approval of the agenda and minutes.
- Approval of February 11, 2021 agenda (action item)
- Approval of December 10, 2020 minutes (action item)
- Discussion of Above the Influence Marketing Campaign
- DWI Data Update
- DWI Services Update and CARE Campus Update
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee met to review financial reports, discuss vacant positions, and address unfinished business including a solicitation for professional services and a deep exploratory well scoping effort. No decisions were made on funding amendments or appointments.
- Santa Fe County FY21 MOU Funding Amendment 12 – no response from Santa Fe County
- Vacant positions: Santa Fe Governmental Rep, Member-at-Large, Edgewood SWCD
- Solicitation for Professional Services / Appoint Replacement
- Deep Exploratory Well / Scoping Effort and Constraints – Sandia contact Dale Bowman
- Appointment letter for Dee Tarr to the South Central Mountain RCD
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will hold a regular meeting to review and act on nine final, sketch, and combined sketch/final plat requests for subdivisions and replats in the South Valley, East Mountain, and North Valley areas. These are land-use decisions that determine how properties can be divided and developed. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.
- Final plat for replat at 2608 Cottonwood Ln SW, 1.50 acres, zoned A-1 & R-1
- Final plat for 5-lot subdivision at 42 La Madera Rd, 10.00 acres, zoned A-2
- Final plat for replat at 2235 Muniz Rd SW, 0.36 acres, zoned A-1
- Sketch/final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 55 Stagecoach Junction Rd, 5.01 acres, zoned A-2
- Sketch plat for replat at 9200 Broadway Blvd SE, 13.65 acres, zoned C-1
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual public hearing to consider conditional use approvals for oversized accessory structures, a mobile home dwelling, a commercial animal establishment, and an administrative amendment for a special use permit.
- ZA2020-0106: Conditional use for a 2,200 sq. ft. garage/shade structure at 601 Niagara Ave. NE
- ZA2021-0002: Conditional use for a 1,050 sq. ft. storage/garage at 3410 El Porvenir Cir. SW
- ZA2021-0004: Conditional use for a 792 sq. ft. garage at 1516 La Vega Dr. SW
- ZA2021-0005: Conditional use for a 1,008 sq. ft. garage at 2301 Fantozzi Ct. SW
- ZA2021-0009: Conditional use for a commercial animal establishment (dog training) at 9 Nexus Ln.
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will meet via Zoom to discuss and vote on creating several standing advisory committees, including a Cumulative Impacts Committee, and to address a court mandate in an appeal. The agenda includes a presentation on cumulative impacts, public comment periods, and routine approvals of minutes and agenda.
- Discussion and action to create three 2-member standing advisory committees: Public Concerns, EHD Liaison, and Information
- Discussion and action to create a 2-3 member Cumulative Impacts Committee advisory committee
- Discussion and action on Southwest Organizing Project v. Air Quality Control Board, No. A-2-CA-36398, court mandate
- Presentation on Environmental Health Dept.'s perspective on addressing cumulative impacts
- Approval of January 13, 2020 meeting minutes
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will discuss homelessness and consider consent agenda items including accepting a $5,090,887.20 Emergency Rental Assistance grant, awarding contracts for fencing, generator repair, and HVAC supplies, and approving a zone map amendment. They will also vote on resolutions supporting broadband expansion and opposing House Bill 4 as drafted.
- Emergency Rental Assistance grant of $5,090,887.20
- Zone map amendment from C-1 and R-1 to SD-IMU (CZ2021-0001)
- Award fencing services contract to TriWest Fence and American Fence Company
- Award generator maintenance contract to Wagner Equipment
- Resolution urging legislature to vote against House Bill 4
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners held a zoning meeting to approve minutes from the November 10, 2020 meeting and conduct a public hearing on a sector development plan amendment. The board also denied a special use permit for recreational vehicle storage and service.
- Approval of November 10, 2020 Zoning Meeting minutes
- Amendment to Isleta Boulevard and Village Centers Sector Development Plan (SPR2021-0002)
- Denial of Special Use Permit COA2021-0001/CSU2020-0010 for RV storage, sales, and service
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual hearing on February 3, 2021, to consider three zone map amendments and a deferred special use permit request. The most substantial item is a deferred request to expand a winery project in the North Valley to add a recreational lake, bed and breakfasts, an event center, and outdoor live entertainment. The commission will also vote on the January 6, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Zone change from A-1 and R-1 to R-1 at 2608 and 2612 Cottonwood LN SW (CZ2021-0002)
- Zone change from M-H with Special Use Permit to C-N at 12025 North Highway 14 (CZ2021-0003)
- Zone change from R-1 with Special Use Permit to C-1 at 126 Atrisco Dr SW to allow a kennel (CZ2021-0004)
- Deferred request for A-1/SUP for winery expansion, recreational lake, 6 bed and breakfasts, event center, and outdoor live entertainment on ~31 acres off NM 313 (CSU2020-0013)
- Approval of January 6, 2021 meeting minutes
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission will hold a regular meeting on February 1, 2021, via Zoom. Items include approval of prior meeting minutes, a guest presentation from the Governor’s Office, a fiscal update on Mesa Del Sol, and information sharing from members about local sports programs.
- Approval of October 5 2020 meeting minutes
- Guest presentation by Mariana Padilla from the Governor’s Office
- Detailed fiscal update on Mesa Del Sol
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to vote on unsolicited art proposals, updated criteria for such proposals, and the election of a Vice Chair. They will also discuss the unsolicited proposals process, bylaws, financials, and strategies for equity and inclusion. Project updates include the Victims of Gun Violence Memorial and the 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment.
- Vote on unsolicited proposals received through December 31, 2020
- Vote to approve updated criteria for unsolicited proposals
- Election of Vice Chair
- Youth Art Additional Purchase
- Discussion of 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission will hold its January 28 meeting via Zoom due to the public-health emergency. Commissioners will reorganize leadership, approve the 2021 meeting calendar, and hear updates on behavioral health, homeless services, and COVID-19 mental-health impacts.
- Selection of 2021 Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of 2021 meeting schedule and Reasonable Notice of Meetings Resolution
- Lutheran Family Services program presentation
- Update on Homeless Coordinating Council from Carol Pierce and Margarita Chavez Sanchez
- COVID-19 and mental-health impacts presentation
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority (CDRA) meets to review 14 sketch plat applications for small subdivisions or replats across Bernalillo County. These proposals involve two-lot subdivisions, replats of existing lots, and land adjustments in zones ranging from residential R-1 to agricultural A-1 and mixed-use M-2.
- SRP2021-0017: Two-lot subdivision at 2259 Kelly Ave SW, R-1 zone, 1.12 acres
- SRP2020-0094: Two-lot subdivision on Broadway Blvd SE, M-2 zone, 10.48 acres
- SRP2021-0016: Two-lot subdivision at 16500 I-40 Frontage Rd SE, A-1 zone, 61.93 acres
- SRP2021-0022: Replat for Public Service Company of New Mexico south of 118th St, A-1 zone, 42.21 acres
- SRP2021-0023: Two-lot subdivision at 2725 Chanate Ave SW, A-1 zone, 3.93 acres
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold an administrative meeting to vote on a consent agenda with multiple financial resolutions, contracts, and appointments, plus public hearings on two housing revenue bonds. Key items include approving a $22 million industrial revenue bond for American Gypsum, a $9.6 million contract for the Route 66 Visitors Center, and several budget adjustments. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.
- Approve $22,000,000 Industrial Revenue Bond for American Gypsum Company, LLC
- Award $9,616,246 contract to Enterprise Builders Corp. for Route 66 Visitors Center
- Approve $1,630,235 grant for special election to fill U.S. Representative vacancy
- Adopt ordinances for $11,000,000 (La Serena) and $27,900,000 (San Roque) multifamily housing revenue bonds
- Approve $2,547,574.38 capital fund balance appropriation and other budget resolutions
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board holds a regular meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from September 8, 2020, and audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. No substantive housing policy decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Motion to approve September 8, 2020 meeting minutes
- Motion to accept audited financial statements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting virtually to discuss and update standards of care for alcohol, opioid, and methamphetamine use disorders, and to hear a presentation on preventing exclusion of individuals with substance use disorder from skilled nursing or rehabilitation centers. The board will also receive updates from the Department of Behavioral Health Services and subcommittees.
- Discussion on ensuring individuals with substance use disorder are not excluded from skilled nursing or rehabilitation centers (Dr. Rifka Stern)
- Update on Standard of Care for Alcohol Use Disorder
- Revisiting Standard of Care for Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder
- Revisit and update Standard of Care for Methamphetamine Use Disorder
- Creating countywide recommendation for low barrier addiction care
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council holds its regular January meeting to welcome two new members, receive department reports, and discuss chair and vice-chair elections plus subcommittee reviews. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the council provides advice to the Department of Senior Affairs and its funding partners.
- Welcome new council members Jennifer Roth and Dubra Karnes-Padilla
- Department of Senior Affairs administrative reports from Division Managers, Deputy Director Anthony Romero, and Director Anna Sanchez
- Discussion of Chair/Vice Chair elections and subcommittee reviews
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Oversight Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), including ordinance reports on grievances, staffing, population, PREA, and tablet usage, as well as court hearings. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or proposals listed.
- MDC update discussion
- Grievance report
- Staffing report
- MDC population report
- PREA report and tablet usage report
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority (CDRA) will consider 22 subdivision plats, including 8 final plats and 14 sketch plats, at its January 14, 2021 meeting. These requests involve replats and new subdivisions across Bernalillo County, with the largest being a replat of two tracts in Santolina totaling 9,969.88 acres. The board will decide on final plats and provide direction on sketch plats.
- Final plat for replat of Lot 9 and 10, Atrisco Gardens Subdivision, 2247 Kelly Ave SW, 1.12 acres
- Final plat for 4-lot subdivision, 9001 Guadalupe Trail NW, 2.49 acres
- Final plat for replat of 265.57 acres on Herrera Rd, East Mountain
- Sketch plat for 33-lot subdivision, 9901 Palomas Ave NE, 7.15 acres
- Sketch plat for replat of Santolina tracts, 18600 I40 West Frontage Rd SW, 9,969.88 acres
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will meet via Zoom to discuss legal authority regarding cumulative impacts and potential supporting legislation. The board will also receive updates on pending permit petitions, court mandates, and a Title VI civil rights complaint.
- Procedural update on Petition No. 2020-1 regarding Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD
- Possible action on Southwest Organizing Project, et al. v. Air Quality Control Board
- Presentation and possible action on legal authority regarding cumulative impacts
- Possible action on legislation regarding 'no more stringent than' provisions
- Closed session regarding EPA Case No. 13R-14-R6
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a virtual hearing on January 13, 2021, to consider four land-use requests: two variances from side yard setbacks, one conditional use for a large accessory structure, and one conditional use for a carport in a front yard. All items are in the South Valley or East Mountain areas. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to the state's emergency order.
- Variance of 3.6 ft. from 6 ft. side yard setback at 1325 La Vega Dr. SW (deferred from Oct. 14, 2020)
- Variance of 7 ft. from 10 ft. side yard setback at 2009 Gun Club Rd. SW
- Conditional use for 1,050 sq. ft. accessory structure at 3410 El Porvenir Cir. SW
- Conditional use for carport in front yard at 25 Winter Dawn Rd
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners meets to elect its 2021 chair and vice chair, adopt a new Open Meetings Act resolution, and approve intergovernmental agreements with Albuquerque Public Schools. Commissioners also vote on a $2.4M demolition and parking-lot contract for the Regional Correctional Center and authorize $41M in general-obligation bonds.
- Election of 2021 Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of $27,355,000 in General Obligation Bonds Series 2021 and $13,765,000 in Refunding Bonds Series 2021A
- Award of RCC Demolition and new parking lot contract to Guzman Construction Solutions, LLC for $2,367,777.00 plus NMGRT
- Approval of $30,000.00 additional budget for APS Summer Lunch Program Grant
- Appointment of Chuck McCune to Code of Conduct Board and Tom Ruiz to Sheriff’s Office Advisory & Review Board
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will review and vote on recommendations for the Tiny Home Village project and updates to the unsolicited proposal criteria. They will also discuss financials, the 1% for the Arts ordinance amendment, and strategies for equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Vote to recommend Tiny Home Village proposals
- Vote to update Unsolicited Proposal Criteria
- Review of 2020/2021 financials
- Discussion of 1% for the Arts Ordinance Amendment
- Project updates: Victims of Gun Violence Memorial, Alvarado Square, Sunport Blvd., Bridge Blvd., S. Valley Pool
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to discuss administrative business and oversight topics. The agenda includes reviews of Sheriff’s Office helicopter spending, Pajarito area services, and board policies regarding public anonymity and correspondence.
- Review of Sheriff’s Office helicopter spending
- Discussion on Pajarito area services
- Advisement to the Sheriff regarding compliance with DA Torrez
- Discussion on public anonymity in correspondence
- Approval of December 11, 2020 meeting minutes
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to approve the previous meeting’s minutes, receive updates from the Library Director, Board President, Friends of the Library, and Library Foundation, and review pending action items. No substantive decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a virtual hearing on January 6, 2021, to consider several land-use requests, including a zone change, a special use permit for hemp manufacturing, and a planned development for 95 lots. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair and approve the previous meeting's minutes.
- Zone map amendment from R-1 and C-1 to SD-IMU for two parcels (0.43 acres) at 2811 Isleta Blvd SW and 1613 Shadyside Dr SW
- Special Use Permit for hemp manufacturing on 1.54 acres at 1730 Atrisco Drive SW
- Special Use Permit for a Contractor's Yard near Edith Blvd and Osuna Rd
- Special Use Permit for a 190-ft wireless telecommunications facility
- Special Use Permit for a Planned Development Area for 95 lots on 20 acres at 3620 Grace Vigil Road SW