Bernalillo County public meetings in 2023
239 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Keep Bernalillo County Beautiful Advisory Board is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, hear public comment, and discuss new business. Key discussion items include a Christmas tree recycling banner presentation, revisiting board goals for 2024, reviewing board bios for PR and website, and planning sponsorship and funding for the Earth Day festival.
- Christmas tree recycling banner and social media ad presentation by Gabriel Villescas
- Revisiting board goals for 2024 (planning process and action plan development)
- Board bios review for PR and website
- Sponsorship and funding of Earth Day festival
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold an in-person hearing on December 20, 2023, to consider requests to demolish dilapidated structures and remove nuisances from five properties. One appeal is also scheduled for review.
- ENFC2022-0992: Demolish structure at 3204 Draxton Ave SW (R-1 zoned)
- ENFC2018-1248: Demolish two structures at 1211 Pierre Dr SW (R-1 zoned)
- ENFC2019-0223: Remove nuisances at 115 Raven Rd SW, Tijeras (A-2 zoned)
- ENFC2020-0185: Appeal of demolition request at 7 Amber Rd, Tijeras (M-H zoned)
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates on medical and medication-assisted treatment contracts, behavioral health implementation plans, and progress on facilities like the CARE Campus and MDC. Members will also review membership applications and address concerns.
- UNMH updates on MDC Medical/MAT Contract
- Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Implementation Plan
- Metropolitan Detention Center Update
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus Update
- Review of ATAB Membership Applications
Board of Canvass - Board of Canvass
The Board of Canvass is meeting to certify the results of the Local Runoff Election held on December 12, 2023. The board will also review minutes from the November 17, 2023 meeting.
- Certification of Local Runoff Election results from December 12, 2023
- Approval of November 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and APS will meet to evaluate public health and safety strategic plans. The body will also discuss the search for an APS Superintendent and receive a presentation on adult literacy.
- Evaluations of the Ecosystem for Public Health and Safety
- APS Superintendent Search discussion
- Adult Literacy Presentation
- Handle with Care Update
- Continuing Behavioral Health Initiative Updates
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The DWI Planning Council is meeting to review Quarter 1 data and a LEAD presentation. The body will also discuss marketing updates and the recruitment of new members.
- Review of DWI Data for Quarter 1
- Discussion on marketing updates and additional funding
- Action item to form committees
- Action item regarding recruitment of new members
- LEAD Presentation
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and prior minutes, address vacant positions, and review financial reports including the status of a Santa Fe County reimbursement request and Town of Estancia funds. The committee will also receive updates on the groundwater monitoring program and website status. The meeting is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.
- Vacant positions: Secretary/Bernalillo Governmental Rep, Santa Fe Governmental Rep, East Torrance SWCD, Torrance County – Agriculture
- Financial report of September 10, 2023 for approval
- Status of Santa Fe County reimbursement request
- Groundwater monitoring program update – JSAI status
- Website status and need for updates
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Administrator is holding a hearing to consider various land-use requests. These include requests for conditional use approvals for dwellings and facilities, as well as setback variances.
- Conditional use for a nonprofit animal facility at 25 Clauss Pl.
- Conditional use for a secondary dwelling unit (1,125 sq. ft.) at 2005 Robertson Ave. SW
- Conditional use for a 1,350 sq. ft. garage/storage/workshop at 1416 Jardin Rd. SW
- Conditional use for a 2,100 sq. ft. storage structure at 2104 Tapia Blvd. SW
- Medical hardship requests for temporary mobile homes at 1646 Five Points Rd. SW and 5601 Cesar Chavez Ct. SW
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a range of financial and policy items, including the issuance of general obligation bonds, a project revenue bond for senior housing, and an extension of the healthcare gross receipts tax. The board will also discuss air quality control, behavioral health updates, and introduce several zoning code amendments. The agenda includes multiple consent items with contracts and funding approvals.
- Notice of Intent for $21,115,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024
- Public hearing for up to $24,000,000 in bonds for Encino Senior Gardens renovation (165 units)
- Introduction of ordinance to extend 1/16% Healthcare Gross Receipts Tax for five years
- Award of $665,023.54 contract to DUB-L-EE, LLC for Fire Station 37 waterline/sewer work
- Approval of $410,000 for two new contraband body scanners at the Metropolitan Detention Center
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a closed meeting to discuss attorney-client privileged communication regarding pending or threatened litigation. The discussion focuses on City of Albuquerque-City Council Ordinance Amendments and a moratorium of the Joint Air Quality Control Board.
- City of Albuquerque-City Council Ordinance Amendments
- Moratorium of the Joint Air Quality Control Board
Board of County Commissioners - Biennial Budget Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss preparation of the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Biennial Budget. This is a discussion item only, with no decisions or votes scheduled.
- Discussion of FY2025/2026 Biennial Budget preparation
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board is holding a special virtual meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to discuss litigation, with the board and its attorney only. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no public agenda items for decisions or discussions.
- Closed session on litigation (board and attorney only)
- Chair announcement of decisions made in closed session
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to discuss new business and receive comments from the Sheriff's Office. The agenda includes a review of news articles concerning an alleged machine gun scheme involving a former sheriff.
- Discussion of articles regarding a machine gun scheme involving a former BCSO sheriff
- Discussion of Dianne Layden's television appearance
- Discussion of a SOARB social gathering
- Discussion of a listening session
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider several requests for final plats, sketch plats, and replats. These proposals involve dividing or reconfiguring land parcels across the South West, South Valley, East Mountain, and North Valley areas.
- Final plat for a 12-lot subdivision at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (SC2023-0007)
- Final plat for a replat of 0.66 acres at 3447 Blake Rd. SW (SRP2023-0086)
- Sketch/Final plat for a replat of 8.23 acres at 279 Vallectos Rd. (SRP2023-0115)
- Sketch/Final plat for a 5-lot subdivision on Los Ranchos RD. NW (SRP2023-0121)
- Sketch plat for a 5-lot subdivision of 24.96 acres at 7102 Ilfield Rd. SW (SRP2023-0120)
Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority - Special Meeting
The Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority is meeting to consider approving Services Amendment #1 for Buprenorphine Treatment services at the Bernalillo County jail. The board will also hear a presentation on the MAT/Addiction Medicine Clinic from a UNMH specialist and take public comment.
- Motion to approve Services Amendment #1 for Buprenorphine Treatment services at MDC
- MAT/Addiction Medicine Clinic presentation by UNMH Addiction Medicine Specialist Dr. Bonney
- Adoption of October 25, 2023 meeting minutes
- Public comment: up to 30 speakers, 2 minutes each
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission is meeting to consider a preliminary plat application for a 22-lot subdivision on 99.21 acres at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl, zoned A-2. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and other routine matters. No other substantive decisions are listed.
- Preliminary plat SC2023-0004: 22-lot subdivision of Tract A-1, Sabra Ranch, 20 Sabra Ranch Pl, 99.21 acres, A-2 zoning
- Approval of November 1, 2023 meeting minutes
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission is holding a regular meeting at Mesa Del Sol. The agenda includes approving the October 2, 2023 minutes, receiving an update on Mesa Del Sol from Jim Tilley and John Barney, and taking a tour of the facility. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 5, 2023.
- Approval of October 2, 2023 minutes
- Update on Mesa Del Sol by Jim Tilley and John Barney
- Tour of Mesa Del Sol led by John Barnet and Jim Tilley
- Next meeting set for February 5, 2023
Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Keep Bernalillo County Beautiful Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes, and hearing public comment. The main discussion items are planning the Earth Day Festival, outreach to partner organizations, social media content, and developing goals and an action plan for 2024. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Earth Day Festival overview by Karen Baker
- Discussion of communication and partnerships with similar organizations
- Social media content planning
- Goals for 2024 and action plan development
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Code of Conduct Review Board will conduct an evidentiary hearing and potentially issue a final order regarding case SC2023-003, Quezada v. Barboa. The board will also review quarterly reports and discuss proposed amendments to the Code of Conduct.
- Evidentiary hearing and potential final order for SC2023-003, Quezada v. Barboa
- Approval of Amended Quarterly Report for FY23 – 4th Quarter
- Approval of Quarterly Report for FY24 – 1st Quarter
- Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution
- Subcommittee recommendations on proposed amendments to the Code of Conduct
Air Quality Control Board - Special Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold a special virtual meeting to discuss and decide on a motion to vacate the current hearing date and re-issue public notice for AQCB Petition No. 2022-03, which seeks to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code to require review and consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts. The board will also take public comment and approve the agenda.
- Motion to vacate current hearing date and re-issue public notice for AQCB Petition No. 2022-03
- Petition seeks to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 NMAC to require review of health, environment, and equity impacts
- Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker
- Meeting held via Zoom; phone access available
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board is meeting to receive updates on pediatric fentanyl treatment and the Miami-Dade County behavioral health model. Members will also discuss the Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Implementation Plan and opioid settlement funding.
- Update on Pediatric Treatment for Fentanyl
- Overview of the Miami-Dade County Comprehensive Model for Behavioral Health Services
- Update on Buprenorphine Treatment Services at MDC
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update
- Discussion on DWI Repeat Offenders
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting to advise the Department of Senior Affairs. The agenda includes a fiscal presentation, a report from the Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center manager, and administrative updates. Public comment is allowed.
- Fiscal presentation by Sarah Peterson, Fiscal Manager
- Center Manager Report by Brittani Torres, Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center
- Public participation/comment (3 min per attendee)
- Approval of minutes and agenda
- Tour of center by Center Manager
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to approve minutes from its October 2023 meeting, hear public comments, and vote on the final draft of its 2023 annual report for submission to the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners in January. No comments are scheduled from the Sheriff’s Office.
- Vote on final draft of Annual Report 2023 for submission to Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners in January
Board of Canvass - Board of Canvass
The Board of Canvass is meeting to certify the results of the local election held on November 7, 2023. The board will also review minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting.
- Certification of Local Election results from November 7, 2023
- Approval of November 21, 2022 meeting minutes
Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the development of a website and social media presence. The board will also discuss a press release for board members and a holiday tree mulching event in the South Valley.
- Discussion on social media and building a website for KBB
- Press release announcing board members and meeting times
- Holiday Tree Mulching location in South Valley and communication strategy
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNM Hospital Board of Trustees is meeting to review financial audits and approve several high-value contracts and equipment purchases. The board will also consider updates to patient payment and financial assistance policies.
- BCBS Pharmacy and Medical Benefits for Employees Agreement: $209,330,595
- Carefusion/BD Pyxis Supply Machines and Support: $15,075,434
- New Hospital Tower patient beds: $1,200,000
- FY2023 UNM Hospital and Behavioral Health Operations Audited Financial Statements
- Edits to Financial Assistance Program and Patient Payment policies
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Water Protection Advisory Board will hold its November 17, 2023 meeting via video conference from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Members of the public can view the meeting and provide comment by contacting Kelsey Bicknell before November 16 at 12 p.m. The board will approve minutes, receive updates on vacancies and a diversity subcommittee, and hear a detailed briefing on the AT&SF Superfund Site from EPA Region 6.
- AT&SF Superfund Site Update with EPA Region 6 (9:50–10:40 a.m.)
- WPAB Vacancies – Status Update (9:25–9:40 a.m.)
- Next WPAB Meeting set for January 12, 2024, including Chair/Vice Chair election and 2024 Work Plan approval
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider five final plat requests and five sketch plat requests. These proposals involve subdividing or replatting parcels of land across the East Mountain, North Valley, and South Valley areas.
- Final plat for a 9-lot subdivision at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge (18.01 acres±)
- Final plat for a 3-lot subdivision at 3409 Pan American Fwy NE (64.74 acres±)
- Final plat for a 2-lot subdivision at 60 Headley RD (72.60 acres±)
- Sketch plat for a 5-lot subdivision at 7102 Ilfield Rd. SW (24.96 acres±)
- Sketch plat for a 3-lot subdivision at 521 NM 217 (9.93 acres±)
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Detention Facility Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates regarding UNMH Medical and the MDC. The board is scheduled to take final action on the 2023 Detention Facility Advisory Board Report.
- Final action on 2023 Detention Facility Advisory Board Report
- UNMH Medical update
- Grievance, Staffing, and PREA reports
- MDC Population Report from CJCC
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet to approve minutes from its August 22, 2023 meeting, receive a presentation from the County Treasurer, and give advice and consent to the proposed quarterly investment strategy outlined in the treasurer’s report.
- Approval of August 22, 2023 Board of Finance meeting minutes
- County Treasurer presentation on quarterly investment strategy
- Motion to advise and consent to proposed quarterly investment strategy
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider two appeals. These include a request to reconsider a nuisance property action and a denial of a special use permit.
- Appeal of Administrative Resolution AR 2023-84 regarding demolition and cleaning of 1325 Lopez Rd SW
- Appeal of denial for Special Use Permit for a Winery and a Single-Family Dwelling (COA2023-0009/CSU2023-0009)
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually to review and approve the agenda and minutes, receive updates from city, county, university, and VA representatives, and discuss several initiatives including the Built for Zero program, a dual-diagnosis training conference, a health equity summit, and Native American homelessness. The meeting is largely procedural with updates and discussions, and no formal votes on funding or policy are listed.
- Update on Community Solutions Built for Zero Program
- Discussion of Health Equity Summit on December 12, 2023 at the Hispanic Cultural Center
- Update on Dual-Diagnosis Training Conference
- Subcommittee update on Native American Homelessness
- Legislative subcommittee discussion
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with multiple financial and administrative items, including a $4.05 million annual transit agreement with Albuquerque, a $1.2 million budget increase for a possible runoff election, and several appointments. They will also vote on resolutions supporting Albuquerque's Supreme Court appeal on encampments, funding for parks and recreation, and opioid treatment at the detention center.
- Transit services agreement with City of Albuquerque: $4,050,000 per year for four years
- Budget increase of $1,200,000 for possible City-County Run-Off Election on Dec 12, 2023
- Zone map amendments: CZ2023-0010 (A-2 to SD-E66-CC) and CZ2023-0011 (A-1 to M-H)
- Resolution supporting City of Albuquerque's Supreme Court appeal on encampments
- Accept $422,031 HRSA grant for a mobile medical unit
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Special Meeting
The Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board holds a special work session to review the draft annual report for calendar year 2023. Members will discuss the report and then adjourn. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Administrator will consider 11 requests regarding land use in Bernalillo County. These include applications for conditional use approvals, setback variances, and an administrative amendment to a special use permit.
- Conditional use for a nonprofit camp, lake, pool, or tennis courts at 132 Sandia Crest Rd.
- Conditional use for a 998 sq. ft. secondary dwelling unit at 1425 Sunset Rd. SW
- Administrative Amendment to a Special Use Permit for 8817, 8815, and 8819 2nd St. NW
- Conditional use for accessory garages over 600 sq. ft. at 4001 Donald Rd SW and 5706 Greer Loop SW
- Medical hardship requests for temporary mobile homes at 1646 Five Points Rd. SW and 5601 Cesar Chavez Ct. SW
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will discuss a petition to require the consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts in air quality rules. Members will also consider resolutions regarding public meeting notices and the 2024 meeting schedule.
- AQCB Petition No. 2022-03: Petition to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the NM Administrative Code regarding health, environment and equity impacts
- Resolution 2023-1: Determining reasonable notice of public meetings
- Resolution 2023-2: Official list of regular meetings for 2024
- AQCB No. 2023-01: Motion to postpone hearings for Automundo de Garcia and NMADA regarding New Motor Vehicle Emission Standards
- Discussion and possible action on policy for Board public comments
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss the Public Art Census, review the Capital Outlay Process and key dates, and consider a policy for gallery purchases. The board will also receive updates on various public art projects and subcommittees.
- Public Art Census presentation by Danicia Monét Malone of Rokh
- Capital Outlay Process Review and Key Dates
- Policy for Gallery Purchases action item
- Discussion on Unsolicited Proposals for New Projects
- Updates on projects including North Valley Aquatics Center, Fire Station West, and Bridge Blvd Phases II and III
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee will meet on November 6, 2023, to review and approve the FY23 Follow-Up Audit and three internal audit reports covering risk management, compliance office, and the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. The committee will also confirm a quorum, adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, receive a status update, set the next meeting date, and adjourn.
- Approve FY23 Follow-Up Audit
- Approve Internal Audit Report – Risk Management
- Approve Internal Audit Report – Compliance Office
- Approve Internal Audit Report – BCSO
Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board is meeting to review its budget and code of conduct. The board will also discuss locations for tire amnesty days and Christmas tree mulching.
- Budget review
- Christmas tree mulching locations
- Tire amnesty days and locations
- Code of Conduct review
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Library, the Board Chair, and the Library Director, and review past action items. No substantive decisions are scheduled on this procedural agenda.
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several land-use items, including two preliminary plat requests, two special use permits, a zoning code amendment, and the adoption of the Bernalillo County Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes public hearings on new requests and a deferred zoning code amendment. The most consequential item is the proposed adoption of the county's updated Comprehensive Plan, which sets land-use and development policies for unincorporated areas.
- Preliminary plat for 9-lot subdivision at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge (East Mountain)
- Preliminary plat for 12-lot subdivision at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (South Valley)
- Special use permit for solar power generation on ~1,139 acres near Pajarito Mesa
- Special use permit for planned residential development at 2901 Amalia Rd SW and 75th Ave SW
- Adoption of Bernalillo County Comprehensive Plan (update to 2013 plan)
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation involving Centurion Detention Health Services and Columbia Casualty Company. The discussion is protected under attorney-client privilege for threatened or pending litigation.
- Discussion of County of Bernalillo v Centurion Detention Health Services and Columbia Casualty Company
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNMH Board of Trustees is holding a retreat special meeting, which includes a closed session for discussing strategic and long-range business plans or trade secrets. The open portion includes team building, governance best practices, health equity, and a review of the enterprise strategic plan. The board will vote to close and reopen the open session, and certify that only permitted matters were discussed in closed session.
- Closed session for strategic/long-range business plans or trade secrets (per NMSA 10-15-1.H(9))
- Review and update of Enterprise Strategic Plan
- Health Equity presentation
- Governance Best Practices presentation
- Team building activity
Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board is meeting to discuss board recruitment, a litter index study, and meeting procedures. The board will also review project and subcommittee updates.
- Board and committee members recruitment strategy
- Litter Index Study
- Rules of Procedure and Code of Conduct
- Potential hybrid meeting format
- Meeting dates and times
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider requests for final plats, sketch plats, and replats. These items involve land subdivisions and replatting across the South Valley, Sandia Heights, and East Mountain areas.
- Final Plat request for 4213 Roseberry Rd SW (1.00 acres±)
- Final Plat request for a four-lot subdivision at 868 Tramway Lane Ct NE (0.90 acres±)
- Sketch/Final Plat request for 2801 Coors Blvd. SW (0.94 acres±)
- Sketch Plat request for a three-lot subdivision on Nizhoni Ct. (9.84 acres±)
- Sketch Plat request for a three-lot subdivision at 40 Silver Hills Ln. SE (52.58 acres±)
Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority will vote on authorizing a memorandum of understanding with UNM Hospital to spend Medical CAP settlement funds. The board will also discuss convening a special December meeting to consider a professional services agreement for buprenorphine treatment services at the jail. Routine items include adopting meeting minutes and the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Vote to authorize MOU for expenditure of Medical CAP settlement funds between MDC Healthcare Authority and UNM Hospital
- Discussion of special December meeting for buprenorphine treatment services agreement at MDC
- Adoption of July 13, 2023 meeting minutes
- Adoption of 2024 MDC-Healthcare Authority meeting schedule
- Next regular meeting set for January 17, 2024
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to discuss a City of Albuquerque emergency petition for a writ of superintending control (Case No. D-202-CV-2022-07652) and an amicus brief from the Bernalillo County District Attorney. The meeting is closed under state law for attorney-client privileged communication regarding pending litigation.
- Discussion of City of Albuquerque Emergency Petition for Writ of Superintending Control (Case No. D-202-CV-2022-07652)
- Amicus brief from Bernalillo County District Attorney
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several high-value budget appropriations and ARPA fund reallocations. The body is also considering a resolution to oppose a proposed Liquified Natural Gas plant in the county.
- Proposed $21,215,615 in one-time, non-recurring FY24 General Fund appropriations
- Resolution opposing NM Gas Company’s proposed Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) plant
- Budgeting of $2,755,000 for the MDC Corridor Lighting project
- Allocation of $5,200,000 in ARPA funds for 950 4th Street Apts. Senior Housing purchase
- Zone Map Amendment (CZ2023-0009) to change zoning from M-H to R-1
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council will meet on October 19, 2023, to approve minutes from August 24, 2023, and decide on FY24 meeting locations and new member recruitment. The council will also receive updates on reversion funding, a DFA site visit, and provider site visits.
- FY24 meeting location format (in-person, online, hybrid, or combination)
- Recruitment of new members
- Approval of August 24, 2023 minutes
- Special application for reversion funding update
- DFA site visit update
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Advisory Board meets to discuss correctional officer working conditions, reports from McClendon Experts, county legislative priorities for 2024, and the Governor's Public Health Executive Order. The board will also review updates on Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) operations, including staffing, population reports, grievances, and a signed agreement between Bernalillo County and UNMH.
- Report on the signed agreement by Bernalillo County and UNMH
- Discussion on Working Conditions, staffing shortages, and morale of Correctional Officers and Staff
- Status of reports from the McClendon Experts
- Legislative priorities of the County for the 2024 NM Legislative Session
- Governor Public Health Executive Order and Impact on MDC
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will consider requests to enter properties to remove nuisances. Some requests include the demolition of dilapidated or unsafe structures.
- Request to demolish structure and remove nuisances at 1101 Old Coors Dr SW
- Request to remove nuisances at 4300 Karrol St SW
- Request to demolish unsafe structures and remove nuisances at 3020 Pajarito Rd SW
- Request to demolish unsafe structures and remove nuisances at 3122 Foothill Rd SW
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board is meeting to receive updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center medical contract and the county's behavioral health implementation plan. Members will also discuss opioid settlement funding and the CARE Campus.
- UNMH updates on MDC Medical Contract
- Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Implementation Plan
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update
- Metropolitan Detention Center staff update
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus update
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council of the City of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Area Agency on Aging meets to discuss administrative updates, including the upcoming Conference on Aging, the FY24 budget, provider trainings, congregate meal sites, and the FY25 ALTSD legislative request. The agenda also covers member recruitment, term vacancies, and community feedback.
- Conference on Aging scheduled for November 13-14, 2023 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center
- Updates on FY24 budget, services, and AAA Policies & Procedures
- Discussion of Congregate Meal Sites and FY25 ALTSD legislative request
- Recruitment to fill member vacancies and review member terms
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting to discuss administrative updates from division managers and administration, receive a marketing presentation from Victoria Velarde, and hear council member reports. The meeting also includes a tour of the 1st Street offices led by Division Manager Maria ReQua.
- Marketing Presentation by Victoria Velarde
- DSA Administrative Updates from Division Managers and Administration
- Tour of 1st Street by Division Manager Maria ReQua
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to review and approve the third draft of the 2023 Annual Report. The board will also receive an update on Sheriff’s Behavioral Health and discuss how to process public comments into meeting minutes.
- Review and approval of Draft 3 of the 2023 Annual Report
- Update on Sheriff’s Behavioral Health from Diane Dosal
- Discussion on integrating public speaker/comment link submissions into board minutes
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board discussed the technical challenges of measuring PFAS and approved a letter to the Albuquerque City Council, Bernalillo County Commission, and Water Authority Board regarding water quality regulations. The meeting also included updates on stormwater reports and Superfund site remediation.
- Approved a letter to local government bodies regarding PFAS regulations and the need for enforcement funding
- Bernalillo County FY23 MS4 Report open for public comment until November 22, 2023
- City of Albuquerque FY23 MS4 Report open for public comment until November 17, 2023
- EPA Region 6 update on South Valley Superfund Site remediation using granular activated carbon systems
- Update on drilling monitoring wells to characterize the 1,4-dioxane plume at the HP/Digital Site
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider various requests for final plats, sketch plats, and replats across several area plans. The body will also review a minor action request regarding an electric system transmission and generation facility plan.
- Final plat request for 70.21 acres at 701 Atrisco Vista Blvd NW
- Sketch/Final plat request for 5.44 acres at 4519 Williams St SE
- Sketch plat request for 72.60 acres at 60 Headley RD
- Sketch plat request for 10.17 acres in Pajarito Mesa
- Special Project Review for Electric System Transmission and Generation Facility Plan
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to discuss the status of the groundwater monitoring program and the Moriarity Bulks Storage Facility. Members will also review financial reports and address three vacant membership positions.
- Approval of additional work for the JSAI groundwater monitoring program
- Status of Santa Fe County reimbursement request
- Discussion of Moriarity Bulks Storage Facility
- Review of vacant positions for Santa Fe Governmental Rep, East Torrance SWCD, and Torrance County Agriculture
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hear 16 conditional-use requests, variances, and administrative amendments at this hearing. Items include commercial stables, secondary dwelling units, accessory structures, RV dwellings during construction, home occupations, and a nonprofit camp. Several cases were deferred from prior hearings.
- Commercial stables at 4310 Meade Ave. SW (ZA2023-0022)
- Secondary dwelling unit at 23 South Mountain Ct. (ZA2023-0085)
- 666 sq. ft. carport at 3909 Ruffin Ave. SW (ZA2023-0089)
- RV as temporary dwelling at 165 Sundance Kid Rd. (ZA2023-0092)
- Home occupation (hair salon) at 17 Sumption Rd. (ZA2023-0102)
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will discuss air quality data and reports following the Atkore fire. Members will also receive updates on a petition to amend air quality rules to include health, environment, and equity impacts.
- Director's presentation on air quality data during the Atkore fire
- Discussion on the August 6, 2023 Atkore fire and related air quality issues
- Updates on AQCB Petition No. 2022-03 regarding health, environment, and equity impacts
- Presentation on environmental modeling, microplastics, and disaster response resources
- Status update on the replacement Hearing Officer's contract
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several ordinances regarding flood damage, subdivisions, and water wells. The body will also consider funding for housing vouchers, road safety grants, and a policy for opioid settlement funds.
- Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $49,500,000 for Project Sunflower
- Budget of $800,000 from City of Albuquerque for Coors Blvd. SS4A Project
- Intergovernmental Agreement of $369,600 for housing vouchers
- Reallocation of ARPA funds up to $708,000 for private sector premium pay
- Proposed amendments to Flood Damage Prevention, Subdivision, and Water Well ordinances
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually via Zoom on October 10, 2023. The council will hold a vote for new committee co-chairs and hear updates from UNMH/HSC, the VA, Bernalillo County, and the City of Albuquerque. Additional discussions will cover the Built for Zero Program, a dual-diagnosis training conference, a Health Equity Summit, and Native American homelessness.
- Vote: New Committee Co-Chairs
- Update Discussion on Community Solutions Built for Zero Program
- Discussion of Dual-Diagnosis Training Conference
- Discussion of Health Equity Summit (December 12, 2023)
- Discussion of Native American Homelessness and Subcommittee creation
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will decide on three zoning map amendments, one special use permit for an indoor event center, and four text changes to the county zoning code. The meeting is procedural but includes substantive land-use decisions affecting properties in the East Mountains and South Valley.
- Zone map amendment CZ2023-0010: A-2 to SD-E66-CC for 2.0-acre property at 1309 NM 333 in East Mountains
- Zone map amendment CZ2023-0011: A-1 to M-H for 1.68-acre property at 7108 Isleta Blvd. SW in South Valley
- Special Use Permit CSU2023-0011 for indoor amusement event center with alcohol sales at 1631 Isleta Blvd. SW in South Valley
- Zoning code amendments ZTC2023-0001 through ZTC2023-0004 to clarify administrative powers, school use in C-1 zones, mobile food courts, and sector development plan amendments
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will meet to take action on the relocation of the Richard Rocco Memorial Sculpture. The board will also discuss gallery submissions, new project proposals, and fundraising opportunities.
- Action item: Richard Rocco Memorial Sculpture relocation
- Discussion: Submissions by Galleries
- Discussion: Unsolicited Proposals for New Projects
- Discussion: Planning for Fundraising and Grant Opportunities
- Discussion: Capital Outlay Process Review
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission will hold a regular meeting to receive updates on the Mesa Del Sol Continuation Phase two project and the status of Bernalillo County Little Leagues. A guest from the New Mexico Activities Association will also present.
- Mesa Del Sol Continuation Phase two update by Jim Tilley and John Barney
- Bernalillo County Little Leagues update
- Guest presentation by Sally Marquez, Executive Director of NMAA
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNM Hospital Board of Trustees will vote on several capital projects and contracts, including a new Westside Primary Care Clinic, software services, and facility remodels. The board will also consider policy changes for financial assistance, patient payment, and discount programs, and will review FY2023 financial statements. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and legal matters.
- New Westside Primary Care Clinic (98th & Gibson) – $2,000,000
- 3M Software Applications, Subscriptions, and Professional Services - $8,697,051
- CIP 3196 UH Main/ACC 3rd Floor Caring Cup Remodel – $375,000
- CIP 3203 OSIS CT Replacement – $700,000
- Health Systems Funds Flow and UNM School of Medicine Clinical Faculty Compensation - $1,700,000
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Code of Conduct Review Board will conduct a preliminary hearing and make a determination regarding sworn complaint 2023-003. The board will also review proposed amendments to the Code of Conduct and approve quarterly reports.
- Preliminary hearing and determination for Sworn Complaint 2023-003, Quezada v. Barboa
- Subcommittee recommendations on proposed amendments to the Code of Conduct
- Approval of FY23 4th Quarter and FY24 1st Quarter reports
- Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution
- Update on pending or threatened litigation
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several budget adjustments, including $21.2 million in one-time appropriations. The body will also consider updates to the food, subdivision, and property nuisance codes.
- Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $39,500,000 for Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North
- One-time appropriations for FY2024 general fund projects totaling $21,215,615
- Purchase of Questica budget system for $1,122,844
- Nuisance abatement for properties at 1854 Isleta Blvd SW, 719 Cannon Dr SW, and 7 Amber Rd
- ARPA funds up to $647,092 for private sector premium pay in District 4
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to decide or discuss 10 plats for subdivisions and replats across Bernalillo County. Items include final plats for small residential lots in the South Valley and Southwest areas, and sketch plats for larger subdivisions in the East Mountain, North Valley, and South areas. One item deferred from August is also on the agenda.
- Final plat for 0.51-acre replat of Lots 15-17, Hartline Addition at 134 Hartline Rd SW (SRP2023-0053)
- Final plat for 0.36-acre replat of Lots 8-9, Charles B Payne Addition at 2937 Coors Blvd SW (SRP2023-0087)
- Sketch plat for 59.70-acre subdivision of MRGCD Tract A, Dennison Park at 7031 Coors Blvd SW (SRP2023-0089)
- Sketch plat for 91.18-acre subdivision of Monarch Subdivision at 171 Sundance Kid Rd (SRP2023-0091)
- Deferred sketch plat for 1.07-acre replat of Lots 127 & 131, Sandia Knolls Subdivision at 5 Fairview Dr (SRP2023-0080) from August 24 meeting
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Advisory Board is meeting to discuss several items, including a report on the signed agreement with UNMH, improvements at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) made with its medical provider, and the status of a report to county commissioners. The board will also receive updates on use-of-force training, recruitment and retention, and various ordinance reports covering grievances, staffing, population, and PREA.
- Report on signed agreement between Bernalillo County and UNMH
- MDC improvements in coordination with medical provider over past 18 months
- Status report on DFA Board Report to Commissioners
- In-service training on use of force
- Ordinance reports: Grievance, Staffing, MDC Population, PREA
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will consider one appeal regarding a resolution to enter and remove nuisances from a property. The hearing is scheduled for September 20, 2023.
- Appeal ENFC2018-0222 regarding nuisance removal at 1325 Lopez Rd SW (Lot 145B2, MRGCD Map 44)
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will meet to discuss updates on addiction treatment services and funding. Members are scheduled to vote to fill vacant positions on the board.
- Voting for vacant ATAB membership positions
- Gateway Center Sobering Medical Unit update
- Opioid Settlement Funding update
- Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Implementation Plan discussion
- Updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center and CARE Campus
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting to advise the Department of Senior Affairs. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, introductions of new staff, administrative updates, and council business such as new candidates and a naming program. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial items listed.
- Introduction of Isaiah Valenzuela as AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Coordinator
- Introduction of Gina Cardinali as Volunteers in Action (VIA) Program Coordinator
- Discussion of new council candidates
- Discussion of a naming program
- Tour of CASA facility at 2540 Karsten Ct SE by Division Manager Tim Martinez
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Board is meeting to discuss several items regarding AQCB Petition No. 2022-03, which concerns requiring the review of health, environment, and equity impacts. The body will also consider a request for information regarding the August 6, 2023 Atkore fire.
- Possible action on hiring a replacement hearing officer for AQCB Petition No. 2022-03
- Discussion of a draft letter to EHD regarding the August 6, 2023 Atkore fire
- Possible action on changing the hearing date for New Motor Vehicle Emission Standards to November 13-16
- Consideration of a motion by the Pueblo of Isleta to participate in pre-hearing negotiations for AQCB Petition No. 2022-03
- Presentation on environmental modeling, microplastics, and disaster response resources
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will consider 12 land-use requests at this hearing, including administrative amendments to existing special use permits, conditional use approvals for schools and accessory structures, and a variance for a front-yard setback. Several items were deferred from earlier hearings.
- Administrative amendment to allow two shade structures and alternate layout at 2204 Centro Familiar Blvd. SW (ZA2023-0064)
- Conditional use approval for a school at 2127 Lakeview Rd. SW (ZA2023-0078)
- Administrative amendment to integrate a Battery Energy Storage System at 6060 Douglas Rd. SW (ZA2023-0090)
- Variance request for 2.5 ft. front-yard setback at 28 Ridge Dr. (ZA2023-0088)
- Conditional use approval for a 666 sq. ft. carport at 3909 Ruffin Ave. SW (ZA2023-0089)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will discuss and vote on several major items, including a $20 million housing revenue bond for La Serena Apartments and an $8.7 million industrial revenue bond for Johnson Storage & Moving Co. The board will also consider adding $7,473,086 in ARPA funding for water and sewer improvements, purchasing a used helicopter for the Sheriff's Department, and approving the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.
- Project Revenue Bond not to exceed $20,000,000 for La Serena Apartments senior affordable housing project
- Industrial Revenue Bond not to exceed $8,700,000 for Johnson Storage & Moving Co., LLC industrial warehouse
- Amendment 3 to provide an additional $7,473,086 in ARPA funding for ABCWUA water and sewer improvements
- RFP award for Large Volume Printing & Mailing Services to the Masters Touch exceeding $300,000 signature authority
- Authorization to purchase a used helicopter for the Sheriff's Department using General Fund balances
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to discuss new public art projects, review policies for purchasing artwork from galleries, and view a demonstration of a new public art map and dashboard. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as approval of the agenda and previous minutes.
- Walkthrough of new Public Art Map and Dashboard
- Review of Policies for the Purchase of Artwork from Galleries
- Unsolicited Proposals Selection and discussion for New Public Art Projects
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Water Protection Advisory Board will hold a remote meeting to approve the May 12, 2023 minutes, receive updates from the Public Information Committee, and hear a presentation from the New Mexico Environment Department on its state-led surface water quality permitting program. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Review and approval of May 12, 2023 meeting minutes
- New Mexico Environment Department presentation on state-led surface water quality permitting program
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to discuss administrative processes for public comments and plan a listening session. The board will also review a specific use of force incident involving Sheriff John Allen.
- Discussion of Sheriff John Allen's use of force detaining a suspect at Dick's Sporting Goods
- Planning for September 16th listening session at South Valley Multi-Purpose Senior Center
- Discussion on administrative management of public comments
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority meets to decide or discuss seven plats: four final plats and three sketch plats in the South Valley, South West, and East Mountain areas. The board will review replats and subdivisions proposed by private developers and landowners.
- Final Plat SRP2023-0048: 8.56-acre replat at 7800 Isleta Blvd SW (South Valley, SD-IVC zoning)
- Final Plat SRP2023-0049: 2.40-acre replat at 1504 Coors Blvd SW (South Valley, A-1 w/SUP zoning)
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0085: 8.23-acre replat at 279 Vallecitos Rd SW (East Mountain, M-H zoning)
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0087: 0.36-acre replat at 2937 Coors Blvd SW (South West, C-1 zoning)
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0088: 5-lot subdivision at 3910 Gun Club Rd SW (South West, A-1 zoning)
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will meet to consider a deferral and several new requests regarding land use and zoning. The agenda includes a zone map amendment for property on 4th St. NW and special use permits for a winery on Barcelona Rd. SW and a drainage pond and multi-use trail on Avenida El Tren SE.
- CSU2023-0005: Patel Real Estate LLC requests a Special Use Permit for office, warehouse, contractor's equipment storage, and a single-family dwelling at 5721 Edith Blvd. NE.
- CZ2023-0009: Consensus Planning requests a zone map amendment from M-H to R-1 at 10426 4th St. NW.
- CSU2023-0008: Bernalillo County Public Works requests a technical operation for a drainage pond and multi-use trail at 110 Avenida El Tren SE.
- CSU2023-0009: Luis Hill requests a Special Use Permit for a winery and single-family dwelling at 1617 Barcelona Rd. SW.
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, hold officer elections, set fiscal year 2024 meeting dates, and discuss goals and funding. No major decisions are scheduled, and the public may comment.
- Officer elections for FY24
- FY24 meeting dates and locations
- Goals for FY24
- Special application for reversion funding
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and APS will discuss the allocation of opioid settlement funds and public health budgets. The body will also review a proposed opioid settlement resolution and a behavioral health working group report.
- Discussion of State, County, and City public health and safety budgets regarding opioid settlement funds
- Proposed Opioid Settlement Resolution
- BernCo Behavioral Health Working Group Report
- Facility usage policies between the City, County, and APS
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to discuss several requests for sketch plats. These proposals include various lot subdivisions and replats across the South West, East Mountain, North Valley, and South Valley areas.
- SC2023-0011: Proposed 14-lot subdivision in Pajarito Mesa (20.20 acres±)
- SRP2023-0079: Proposed 2-lot subdivision at 6307 Coors Blvd. SW (13.05 acres±)
- SRP2023-0080: Proposed replat of Lots 127 & 131 Sandia Knolls Subdivision at 5 Fairview Dr. (1.07 acres±)
- SRP2023-0081: Proposed 2-lot subdivision at 539 Niagara Ave. NE (1.00 acres±)
- SRP2023-0084: Proposed 5-lot subdivision at 7102 Ilfield Rd. SW (24.96 acres±)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on several funding allocations, including ARPA funds for housing and capital outlay for nonprofits. The body is also reviewing zoning amendments and updates to the property nuisance and food codes.
- Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $39,500,000 for Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North
- Budget increase of $10,742,475.00 for Fiscal Year 2024 nonprofit services
- Reallocation of ARPA funds for the 950 4th Street Apts. Housing Support Building Purchase
- Approval of eight full-time Court Security Officer positions for the Sheriff's Office
- Zone Map Amendments CZ2023-0008 (C-1 & M-H to M-1) and CZ2023-0007 (A-1 to R-1)
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet to approve minutes, review the county treasurer's report, and vote on changes to the investment policy. The board will also provide advice and consent on the quarterly investment strategy. The meeting is largely routine financial oversight, with no major public projects or contracts on the agenda.
- Approval of May 23, 2023 Board of Finance meeting minutes
- County Treasurer's Board of Finance Report for August 22, 2023
- Motion to approve changes to the Investment Policy
- Advice and consent on the quarterly investment strategy
- Next meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023 at 4:00 p.m.
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting on August 22, 2023, at 2:30 PM. The session is closed to the public to discuss attorney-client privileged communication regarding pending or threatened litigation, specifically concerning an NMPRC financing order, the San Juan Closure, and a proposed settlement with PNM.
- Discussion of NMPRC Financing Order (Case No. 19-00018-UT)
- Discussion of San Juan Closure in Supreme Court Case No. 39440
- Discussion of Proposed Settlement with PNM for credits to customers
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on the UNMH medical contract at the Metropolitan Detention Center, behavioral health working group activities, opioid settlement funding, and the CARE Campus. They will also review conflict of interest statements and membership applications.
- UNMH updates on MDC Medical Contract
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus Update
- Metropolitan Detention Center Update
- Gateway Center Update – Sobering Medical Unit (next meeting)
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will consider requests to enter properties to remove nuisances. Proposed actions include demolishing dilapidated or unsafe structures and boarding vacant buildings.
- Request to demolish a dilapidated structure at 1854 Isleta Blvd SW
- Request to board, secure, and remove nuisances at 719 Cannon Dr SW
- Request to demolish unsafe structures at 7 Amber Rd, Tijeras, NM
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board is meeting to discuss past minutes, public and sheriff's office comments, and old business regarding a traffic stop and taser incident. New business includes planning for the September 15th meeting at the South Valley Multicultural Center and discussing a use-of-force incident involving Sheriff John Allen at Dick's Sporting Goods.
- Approval of minutes for the July 14, 2023 meeting
- Discussion on traffic stop and taser incident involving a BCSO deputy
- Discussion on September 15th meeting at South Valley Multicultural Center
- Discussion of Sheriff John Allen's use of force in detaining a shoplifting suspect at Dick's Sporting Goods
Board of County Commissioners - Special Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to appoint a representative for State House seat District 25. The appointed individual will serve the term ending December 31, 2024.
- Appointment of a representative for State House seat District 25
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to nominate and elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer. Members will also review financial reports and discuss the status of the groundwater monitoring program.
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer
- Invoice from Rural Water Impact for $457 for website
- Discussion of Torrance County as Fiscal Agent for EBWPC
- Update on JSAI groundwater monitoring program status
- Discussion of Moriarity Bulks Storage Facility
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority will decide on two final plats for two-lot subdivisions in the South Valley and review seven sketch plats for new subdivisions or replats across South Valley, East Mountain, North East, and South West areas. The meeting is procedural with no major policy decisions beyond the plats.
- Final Plat SRP2023-0051: Two-lot subdivision at 2430 Venetian Way SW, zoned A-1, 2.06 acres
- Final Plat SRP2023-0071: Replat of 2141 Wilbur Ave SW, zoned R-1, 2.06 acres
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0072: Replat of 2816 Viola Dr SW, zoned R-1, 0.20 acres
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0073: Two-lot subdivision at 57 Twin Peaks Rd, zoned M-H, 2.00 acres
- Sketch Plat SRP2023-0078: Replat of 701 Atrisco Vista Blvd NW, zoned SD-UP-IP, 70.21 acres
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Board is reviewing a petition to require the consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts in air quality rules. Members will also discuss new motor vehicle emission standards and receive an air program report.
- AQCB Petition No. 2022-3: Petition to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the NM Administrative Code regarding health, environment and equity impacts
- AQCB Petition No. 2023-01: Petition to amend Rule 20.11.104 NMAC regarding New Motor Vehicle Emission Standards
- Discussion on contractor for mobile monitoring station data in San Jose
- Update on EPA findings regarding Data Acquisition in Real Time (DART)
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Administrator is holding a hearing to consider various land-use requests. The body will decide on conditional use approvals, administrative amendments to existing permits, and setback variances.
- Request for a school at 2127 Lakeview Rd. SW (ZA2023-0078)
- Request for commercial stables at 4310 Meade Ave. SW (ZA2023-0022)
- Request for a restaurant and garage at 187 Sarah Ln. NW (ZA2023-0080)
- Request for a secondary dwelling unit at 10609 Richfield Ave. NE (ZA2023-0077)
- Three variance requests for setbacks and separation distance at 134 Hartline Rd. SW (ZA2023-0082, ZA2023-0083, ZA2023-0084)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several large industrial and housing revenue bonds. The meeting includes decisions on property nuisance abatements, a procurement ordinance amendment, and funding for veterans' transitional living services.
- Proposed Industrial Revenue Bonds up to $250 million for Oso Negro, LLC energy storage project
- Proposed revenue bonds up to $24 million for renovation of 165 senior affordable apartments at Encino Senior Gardens
- Budget increase of $808,000 for equipment replacement and a green waste concrete project consultant
- Funding of $666,153 for the Veterans Integration Center of NM Transitional Living Services
- Nuisance abatement and demolition for properties at 104 Suenos Ln NE, 410 Wilshire Dr SW, 1712 Antone Lp SW, 1325 Lopez Rd SW, and 6634 Isleta Blvd SW
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting to hear updates from UNM Health Sciences, the VA, Bernalillo County, the City of Albuquerque, and various community partners. The council will also discuss engaging state leaders, transition to new committee co-chairs, and conduct a year-in-review.
- UNMH/HSC Update
- VA Update
- County Update
- City Update
- Community Solutions Partnership Update
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comment, and take action on two items: selecting a finalist for the Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Public Art Project and discussing unsolicited proposals for new projects. The meeting is open to the public via Microsoft Teams.
- Action item: Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Public Art Project finalist selection
- Action item: Unsolicited proposals for new public art projects
- Approval of May meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Project updates from subcommittees including North Valley Aquatics Center, Fire Station West, and Bridge Blvd Phases II and III
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission is meeting at the Mesa Del Sol Regional Sports Complex for a briefing and walking tour of the site's progress, including phase three. The meeting includes updates from John Barney and Jim Tilley, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2023.
- Update on Mesa Del Sol plans by John Barney and Jim Tilley
- Walking tour of progress and phase three at Mesa Del Sol
- Next meeting set for October 2, 2023, in person
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will consider two new special use permit requests — one for two single-family dwellings in the North Valley and one for a wireless telecommunications tower in the South Valley — and will hear an appeal of conditions on a commercial stables and rodeo arena approval. The commission will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and handle any agenda changes or other matters.
- Special Use Permit CSU2023-0006: two single-family dwellings on .42 acres at 713 Bear Canyon Rd. NE, zoned M-H
- Special Use Permit CSU2023-0007: 75-foot wireless tower with colocation on 10.1 acres at 2951 Los Padillas Rd. SW, zoned A-1
- Appeal BA2023-0002/ZA2023-0045: Isis Cazares appeals conditions of conditional use approval for commercial stables and rodeo arena at 3100 Pajarito Rd. SW
- Approval of July 5, 2023 meeting minutes
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNM Hospital Board of Trustees will meet in open and closed sessions to discuss administrative reports, financials through May 2023, and updates on the Metropolitan Detention Center and SRMC integration. The board is also scheduled to vote on executive committee elections, trustee reappointments, and several high-value service contracts and capital purchases.
- RFP 480-23 Coding Outpatient – Outsourced (Rebid) for $23,924,272.00
- RFP 459-22 UNMH Lifeguard Air Emergency Services Program for $36,110,400.00
- RFP 338-16 Recruitment Advertising Services for UNM Hospitals for $4,774,846.26
- Critical Care Tower Purchase Approval Request for New Tower Purchases of Furniture/Fixture/Equipment for $4,589,610.00
- Election of new UNMH Executive Committee members including Tamra Mason as Chair, Monica Zamora as Vice Chair, and Trey Hammond as Secretary
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider several requests for final and sketch plats. These proposals involve dividing or replatting land across the South West, North Valley, East Mountain, and South Valley areas.
- Proposed 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW (SC2023-0003)
- Proposed 2-lot subdivision at 7518 Edith Blvd. NE (SRP2023-0039)
- Proposed 3-lot subdivision at 781 Mountain Valley Rd (SRP2023-0050)
- Proposed replat of 5.00 acres at 31 Canoncito Vista Rd (SRP2023-0061)
- Proposed replat of 2.97 acres at 2334 Margo Rd SW (SRP2023-0068)
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee is meeting to review and potentially approve four internal audit reports covering payroll/timekeeping, human resources, public works operations, and parks/recreation, as well as the FY23 risk assessment and audit plan. The agenda also includes routine items like approving prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Payroll and Timekeeping
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Human Resources
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Public Works Operations & Maintenance
- Review/approve Internal Audit Report – Parks, Recreation & Open Space
- Review/approve FY23 Risk Assessment and Audit Plan
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to discuss updates on opioid settlement funding, the Metropolitan Detention Center's recovery services, and the CARE Campus. They will also consider a conflict of interest statement and recommendations from a county working group.
- Conflict of Interest Statement – Amber Salazar
- Update on Standard of Care BCC Approval/Adoption – Amber Salazar
- Discussion of Bernalillo County Working Group Recommendations
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update and Discussion
- Metropolitan Detention Center Update – Recovery Services of New Mexico Update – Anna Golding
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular in-person meeting to handle routine business, including roll call, approval of previous minutes and the agenda, and public comments. The agenda also features staff introductions, administrative updates, center manager reports, and a tour of the Highland Senior Center new spaces.
- Public Participation/Comment session (3 minutes per attendee)
- Introductions of new staff: Viridiana Rodriguez Flores, Marie Llamas, and Lisa Casman
- Highland Senior Center- New Spaces Tour
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to review a specific traffic stop and taser incident. The board will also discuss a new law establishing statewide standards for law enforcement use of force and the board's annual report.
- Review of traffic stop/taser incident involving BCSO deputy
- Discussion of new statewide law enforcement use of force standards
- Review of the Annual Report
Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority - Regular Meeting
The Metropolitan Detention Center Health Care Authority is meeting to establish its foundational governance and financial operations. The board will consider agreements for healthcare services and fiscal management.
- Execution of the Provider Services Agreement between the MDC Health Care Authority and UNM Hospital
- Appointment of Bernalillo County as the fiscal agent
- Adoption of Authority Bylaws and Public Notice Policy
- Establishment of board committees for UNMH move-in on July 26, 2023
- Authorization to obtain an EIN and establish a bank account
Metropolitan Detention Center Healthcare Authority - Closed Meeting
The Metropolitan Detention Center Health Care Authority is holding a closed meeting. The body will discuss pending litigation and strategic plans for healthcare services at the facility.
- Update and discussion on Bernalillo County v CIV 95-24 JAP/KBM McClendon litigation
- Status of preparations for healthcare services at the Metropolitan Detention Center
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will review 11 subdivision requests, including final plats, sketch plats, and a replat, across East Mountain, South Valley, and Southwest Bernalillo County. The largest item is a sketch plat to create a five-lot subdivision from about 10,996 acres in the Pajarito Grant. All items are under review; no final decisions are noted on the agenda.
- Final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 1340 Mountain Valley Rd (10.11 acres)
- Final plat for 3-lot subdivision at 219 Camino Ocho SW (2.17 acres)
- Replat of 4 tracts at 101 Avenida El Tren SW (8.31 acres)
- Sketch plat for 10-lot subdivision at 4420 Ward Dr SW (10.22 acres)
- Sketch plat for 5-lot subdivision of 10,996.30 acres in Pajarito Grant
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board holds its regular monthly meeting to receive the Air Program’s July report, hear public comments, and take possible action on several items related to AQCB Petition No. 2022-3, a petition to amend state air-quality rules to require review and consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts. The board may also correct a party name, consider a prehearing deadline extension, and review a continuing objection to a board member’s participation.
- Possible action on correcting a party name in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
- Possible action on request for extension of prehearing deadline in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
- Possible action on notice of continuing objection to Board Member Kitty Richards’ participation in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
- Overview of ozone levels in Bernalillo County
- Discussion of possible future agenda items
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a hearing to consider 19 requests, including administrative amendments to existing special use permits for wireless facilities, conditional use approvals for accessory structures and secondary dwelling units, lot size variances, and a commercial animal establishment. The meeting takes place at the Ken Sanchez Chambers, 415 Silver Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102.
- ZA2023-0046: Administrative amendment for radio tower antenna upgrade at 18000 and 18061 I-40 West Frontage Rd. NW (deferred from June 14, 2023)
- ZA2023-0047: Administrative amendment for cellular tower upgrade at 18501 I-40 West Frontage Rd. (deferred from June 14, 2023)
- ZA2023-0055: Conditional use approval for 823 sq. ft. covered patio/porch at 7464 Winchester Loop SW
- ZA2023-0056 & ZA2023-0057: Two conditional use approvals for secondary dwelling unit (648 sq. ft.) and 900 sq. ft. garage at 3150 Granada Ct. SW
- ZA2023-0069: Administrative amendment for RV/boat storage with covered parking at 2820 Pura Vida Way SW
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hear three new land-use requests: a 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd SW, two zoning-map amendments (1140 Sunset Rd SW and 5710 Edith Blvd SE), and a special-use permit for contractor storage and a single-family home at 5721 Edith Blvd NE. The panel will also take up a deferred 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd that was postponed from the June 7 meeting.
- SC2023-0003: 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd SW, 9.61 acres, A-1 w/SUP zone
- CZ2023-0007: zone change from A-1 to R-1 at 1140 Sunset Rd SW, 6.4 acres
- CZ2023-0008: zone change from C-1 and M-H to M-1 at 5710 Edith Blvd SE, 1.53 acres
- CSU2023-0005: special-use permit for office, warehouse, contractor storage and single-family dwelling at 5721 Edith Blvd NE, 0.46 acres
- SC2022-0002: deferred 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd, 10.12 acres, R-1 zone
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is scheduled to meet on June 26, 2023, via Zoom. The board will consider approving minutes, electing a chair and vice chair, and receiving updates on opioid settlement funding, the Metropolitan Detention Center, and the CARE Campus.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Presentation to County Commissioners
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update and ATAB Ad Hoc Working Group
- Metropolitan Detention Center Update
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus Update
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Senior Affairs Advisory Council, which advises the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and Los Ranchos de Albuquerque & Tijeras on senior issues, holds a regular meeting. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment, along with introductions of new staff and updates from the Bear Canyon Senior Center manager and the Department of Senior Affairs.
- Introductions of new staff: Bernice Chacon (Executive Assistant) and Evone Gallegos (Information & Assistance Supervisor)
- Center Manager Report by Tyler Dunn (Bear Canyon Senior Center Manager)
- Department of Senior Affairs administrative updates
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will consider 11 plat applications, including final plats, sketch/final plats, preliminary plats, and sketch plats, for subdivisions and replats across Bernalillo County. The agenda is limited to these land-use reviews and standard procedural items; no other substantive matters are listed.
- Final plat for replat at 824 El Serano Ct. SW, 0.63 acres, zoned R-1
- Final plat for replat at 4618 Clay St. SE, 0.62 acres, zoned M-H
- Final plat for 4-lot subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd SE, 22.05 acres, zoned M-1 w/SUP
- Sketch/final plat for replat at 56 Verga Dr., 94.30 acres, zoned A-2
- Preliminary plat for 12-lot subdivision at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW, 3.37 acres, zoned R-1
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to consider four requests from the Nuisance Abatement Officer to enter properties, demolish structures, and remove nuisances. The agenda consists of four specific property cases located in the South Valley and North Valley areas.
- ENFC2015-1297: Request to enter, demolish a dilapidated structure, and remove nuisances at 1712 Antone Lp Rd SW
- ENFC2020-0412: Request to enter, demolish dilapidated structures, and remove nuisances at 104 Suenos Ln NE
- ENFC2020-1128: Request to enter, demolish unsafe structures, and remove nuisances at 410 Wilshire Dr SW
- ENFC2018-0222: Request to enter, demolish unsafe structures, and remove nuisances at 1325 Lopez Rd SW
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Detention Facility Advisory Board will meet to discuss updates regarding the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) and union matters. The board will also review a status report intended for the Commissioners.
- Union updates
- Status report on DFA Board Report to Commissioners
- MDC Grievance Report
- MDC Staffing Report
- MDC Population Report from CJCC and PREA Report
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several budget adjustments, including $14.1 million in legislative capital outlay appropriations. The body will also consider contracts for sheriff's office body cameras and medical care at the Metropolitan Detention Center.
- Proposed revenue bonds up to $20,000,000 for the 100-unit La Serena apartments
- Appropriation of $4,029,450 for Axon Enterprise Inc body worn camera equipment
- Appropriation of $800,000 for a medical care stipulated order at the Metropolitan Detention Center
- Budgeting of $14,152,950 for 2023 State of New Mexico legislative capital outlay appropriations
- Zone Map Amendment CZ2023-0005 from SD-IVC to C-1
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to receive an update and discuss the ongoing Bernalillo County v CIV 95-24 JAP/KBM McClendon litigation. The meeting is closed under state law to protect attorney-client privileged communications.
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will discuss and possibly act on several items related to AQCB Petition No. 2022-3, which seeks to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code to require review and consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts. The board will also consider its hybrid meeting policies following the expiration of the state's COVID-19 public health emergency. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and minutes, and a report from the Air Quality Program.
- Discussion and possible action on hybrid meeting policies after COVID-19 emergency expiration
- Motion to stay proceedings in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3 (GCC Rio Grande, Inc., Western Refining Terminals, LLC, HF Sinclair Asphalt Company, LLC)
- Setting a hearing date for AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
- Motion seeking alternative methods of recording in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
- Clarification of order delegating limited authority to hearing officer in AQCB Petition No. 2022-3
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on 16 conditional use and administrative amendment requests. Items include mobile homes during construction, commercial stables, day care facilities, accessory buildings, and wireless equipment upgrades. Several items were continued from previous hearings.
- ZA2023-0002: Mobile home during construction at 5610 Evans Dr. SW (continued)
- ZA2023-0022: Commercial stables at 4310 Meade Ave. SW (continued)
- ZA2023-0046: Wireless equipment upgrade at 18000/18061 I-40 West Frontage Rd. NW
- ZA2023-0054: Apartments at 144 40th St. SW
- ZA2023-0050: Second kitchen in single family dwelling at 7826 Coors Blvd. SW
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council will convene a virtual meeting to receive updates from partner agencies and committees, including the University of New Mexico Hospital, Project ECHO, the VA, and county officials. Members will also review past meeting minutes and hear public comments.
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Special Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board met to discuss and approve an addendum to the Opioid Use Disorder Standard of Care, focusing on fentanyl treatment and Medication Assisted Treatment. The addendum will be presented to the Board of Commissioners on June 20, 2023. The board voted to accept the addendum with requested additions, including changes to buprenorphine dosing timelines, comfort medications, resources for pregnant women, peer services, and street names for fentanyl.
- Approved fentanyl addendum to Opioid Use Disorder Standard of Care
- Addendum to be presented to Board of Commissioners on June 20, 2023
- Requested additions: buprenorphine micro/macro dosing, comfort medications, pregnant women resources, peer services, fentanyl street names
- Motion to accept addendum passed (Chair Dr. Stern, seconded by Kelly Wascher)
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to conduct business and hear public comment. The board is scheduled to discuss a specific traffic stop and taser incident involving a BCSO deputy.
- Review of traffic stop/taser incident involving BCSO deputy
- Approval of May 12 meeting minutes
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, elect officers, set FY24 meeting dates and locations, and receive an ISR evaluation presentation. They will also get an update on contract execution and reversion. Public comment is scheduled.
- Approval of June 8, 2023 agenda (action item)
- Approval of April 13, 2023 minutes (action item)
- Officer elections
- FY24 meeting dates and locations
- ISR evaluation presentation
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to approve financial reports and a reimbursement request from Santa Fe County. Members will also receive an update on the JSAI groundwater monitoring program status and discuss vacant committee positions.
- Santa Fe County reimbursement request
- Financial report of June 8, 2023
- Groundwater monitoring program update regarding JSAI status
- Discussion of vacant positions for Santa Fe Governmental Rep, East Torrance SWCD, and Torrance County Agriculture
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The board is reviewing requests for final, sketch, and replat applications for various properties. These items determine how land is subdivided or reorganized into lots for development.
- Final Plat request for a 4-lot subdivision at 1436 Goff Blvd. SW (3.20 acres±)
- Sketch/Final Plat request for a replat at 430 Isleta Blvd. SW (1.63 acres±)
- Sketch Plat request for a replat at 7800 Isleta Blvd SW (8.56 acres±)
- Sketch Plat request for a replat at 1504 Coors Blvd. SW (2.40 acres±)
- Sketch Plat request for a 3-lot subdivision at 781 Mountain Valley Rd (28.37 acres±)
Board of County Commissioners - Behavioral Health Work Study Session
The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work study session to review a working group's process and recommendations regarding behavioral health. The meeting includes a presentation on the BHI budget process and an update on data integration and sharing.
- Presentation of Working Group recommendations
- Discussion of Working Group recommendations
- Presentation of the BHI Budget Process
- Update on Data Integration/Sharing Initiative
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will consider three land-use requests: a deferred 22-lot preliminary plat in the South Valley, a zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H on a 0.6-acre parcel, and a special use permit for a large solar power generation and storage facility. The commission will also discuss the county comprehensive plan update process and approve prior meeting minutes.
- SC2022-0002: Preliminary plat for 22-lot subdivision on 10.12 acres at Sage Rd., South Valley (deferred from May 3, 2023)
- CZ2023-0006: Zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H at 3104 Rosendo Garcia Rd. SW, approximately 0.6 acres
- CSU2023-0004: Special use permit for solar power generation, electrical substation, and energy storage on ~3,567 acres north of I-40 West Frontage Rd. NW
- Discussion of Bernalillo County Comprehensive Plan Update Process
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will decide on contracts, funding, and appointments at this administrative meeting. Key items include a $7.1M federal grant for Coors Boulevard safety improvements, a $2M fire protection agreement with Pueblo of Sandia, and approval of several collective bargaining agreements.
- Authorize $7.1M Safe Streets for All grant for Coors Boulevard safety project
- Approve $2,006,804 intergovernmental fire protection agreement with Pueblo of Sandia
- Adopt Ordinance 2023- for 61-unit affordable housing project on Calle Cuarta
- Approve $78,045 increase in FY24 polling location contract fees
- Authorize $1,642,424 ARPA funding for new fire engines
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is holding its regular meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates from various project subcommittees. The board will also discuss new business and take action items, though the agenda does not specify particular proposals or decisions.
- Approval of May minutes
- Public comment period
- Updates on North Valley Aquatics Center/Raymond G Sanchez Community Center public art
- Updates on Fire Station West and Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square 200K Project
- Updates on Bridge Blvd Phases II and III and Bridge Blvd Median Monuments
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority will discuss and review various subdivision and replat requests for properties across the county. The agenda includes final plats, a preliminary plat, and sketch plats for properties located on Elena Drive NE, Edith Blvd., Rio Grande Blvd NW, Thunder Hawk Ridge, Ray Lane SW, and Douglas Road SW.
- Final Plat request (SRP2022-0157) for a 2-lot subdivision of 2.25 acres at 9700 Elena Dr. NE
- Final Plat request (SRP2022-0161) for a 2-lot subdivision of 5.77 acres at 7626 Edith Blvd. NE
- Final Plat request (SRP2023-0034) for a replat of 0.82 acres at 10153 Edith Blvd.
- Final Plat request (SRP2023-0045) for a replat of 4.19 acres at 9417 Rio Grande Blvd NW
- Preliminary Plat request (SC2023-0006) for a 9-lot subdivision of 18.01 acres at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission + APS reviews state legislative effects on local public health and safety, hears a presentation on opioid treatment services and housing from HopeWorks, and discusses security improvements and the Handle with Care program. No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.
- State Legislative Impacts on Local Public Health & Safety
- HopeWorks presentation on opioid treatment services and housing
- Security Improvements – APS Discussion
- Handle with Care Update
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will vote on a policy for applying Opioid Settlement funds and authorize the construction contract for the North Valley Aquatics Center. The board is also reviewing several appointments to county boards and commissions.
- Construction contract award for the North Valley Aquatics Center
- Expenditures exceeding $200,000 for Motorola PremierOne CAD/Mobile/Records support
- Expenditures exceeding $200,000 for the Metropolitan Detention Center Buprenorphine Program
- Property nuisance abatement and demolition at 9725 Pajarito Rd SW
- Zone Map Amendment from C-1 to C-LI (CZ2023-0004)
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Board of Finance will meet to receive a report from the County Treasurer. The board is asked to provide advice and consent regarding the proposed quarterly investment strategy.
- Advice and consent for the quarterly investment strategy
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council (HCC) will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda is procedural, with no substantive decisions or votes scheduled. Updates will be provided by UNM Health Sciences, the VA, Bernalillo County, and the City of Albuquerque.
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board will consider subcommittee recommendations and may approve, modify, or issue Advisory Opinion AO2023-001. The board will also review the Code of Conduct Ordinance for proposed amendments and appoint a subcommittee. The meeting is largely procedural, with agenda and minutes approvals also scheduled.
- Action on Advisory Opinion AO2023-001
- Review of Code of Conduct Ordinance for proposed amendments
- Subcommittee appointment for ordinance review
- Approval of February 13, 2023 and April 20, 2023 minutes
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Detention Facility Advisory Board will hold its regular meeting to discuss operational updates, including a report from Youth Development Inc., the status of a joint powers agreement on medical services, and an overview of inmate graduation rates at the Gordon Bernell Charter School. The board will also review grievance, staffing, population, and PREA reports, along with updates from the Metropolitan Detention Center.
- Review of Youth Development Inc. program provider status
- Status update on joint powers agreement for medical services
- Overview of Gordon Bernell Charter School inmate graduation rates
- Review of grievance, staffing, population, and PREA reports
- Metropolitan Detention Center operational updates
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold an in-person hearing to consider a request to demolish a dilapidated structure and remove nuisances from a property at 6634 Isleta Blvd SW. The hearing is scheduled for May 17, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Ken Sanchez Chambers, 415 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque.
- ENFC2017-0414 (S-11) S Valley: Request to demolish dilapidated structure at 6634 Isleta Blvd SW, zoned R-1, 0.50 acres
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee will meet online to confirm a quorum, adopt the agenda, and approve minutes from its January 30, 2023 meeting. Members will also review and vote on three internal audit reports covering public information requests, the Treasurer’s Office, and the unclaimed/indigent cremation program.
- Approve minutes of January 30, 2023 meeting
- Review and approve Internal Audit Report – Public Information Requests
- Review and approve Internal Audit Report – Treasurer’s Office
- Review and approve Internal Audit Report – Unclaimed/Indigent Cremation Program
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board is meeting to hear a presentation on fentanyl treatment for youth, discuss reappointments and board vacancies, and review updates on opioid settlement funding and county programs. They will also consider their annual report to the Board of Commissioners and set goals.
- Fentanyl Treatment for Youth Working Group presentation by Chief Greg Perez and Jennifer Weiss-Burke
- Reappointment of ATAB members and board vacancies
- ATAB Annual Report to the Board of Commission
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update by Pam Acosta
- Metropolitan Detention Center and CARE Campus updates
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Advisory Council is meeting to review reports from the Palo Duro Senior Center Manager and the Area Agency on Aging. The body will also receive administrative updates from the Department of Senior Affairs division managers.
- Center Manager Report from Antoinette L. Sigala
- Area Agency on Aging presentation by Michelle Briscoe and Brian Alvarado
- Administrative updates from Nutrition/Transportation, Recreation, and Social Services division managers
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board will convene its regular meeting to conduct procedural items such as approving prior minutes, accepting public comment, and receiving updates from sub-committees. No substantive decisions or new business are listed on this agenda.
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Water Protection Advisory Board is meeting to receive a PFAS overview and discuss the development of New Mexico Reuse Regulations. The board will also address WPAB vacancies and receive a subcommittee report on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- PFAS overview presented by Pat Longmire, Ph.D.
- New Mexico Reuse Regulations Development discussion with John Rhoderick
- Discussion of WPAB vacancies
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Subcommittee Report
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider three final plat requests and three sketch plat requests. These proposals involve property replats and subdivisions across the East Mountain, South Valley, and North Valley areas.
- SRP2022-0139: Final plat replat of 4.33 acres at 1328 NM 333 for EMCC Helps Inc. and East Mountain Food Pantry, LLC
- SRP2022-0154: Final plat two-lot subdivision of 10.47 acres at 119 Skyland Blvd. for Edward J. Forster
- SRP2023-0022: Final plat eight-lot subdivision of 141.47 acres at 250 Entranosa Rd for David Dudley and Jesse Dudley
- SRP2023-0043: Sketch plat replat of 2.38 acres for Steve & Isabel Chavez
- SRP2023-0044: Sketch plat four-lot subdivision of 4.12 acres at 6912 Isleta Blvd. SW for ABQ Roofing and Jewls Investments LLC
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will discuss several petitions to amend administrative codes regarding health and equity impacts. The board is also tasked with reviewing and approving a regional sulfur dioxide emissions report.
- Action on the Final 2021 Regional Sulfur Dioxide Emissions and Milestone Report
- Possible action on amending the March 2, 2023 Order to Dismiss for New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC (Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD)
- Discussion on amending Title 20, Chapter 11 of the NM Administrative Code to require review of health, environment and equity impacts
- Possible action on updating the Board’s Rulemaking Process Guidebook
- Discussion on establishing deadlines for filing motions before board meetings
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on May 10, 2023, to consider 11 requests, mostly for conditional use approvals (e.g., accessory buildings, mobile homes, home occupations) and one variance. The items are spread across the East Mountains and South Valley, with specific addresses and lot sizes listed. No final decisions are made at this hearing; it is a public forum for the requests.
- ZA2023-0030: RV as dwelling during construction at 43 La Cresta Cir. (A-2, 0.64 ac)
- ZA2023-0037: Variance of 0.22 acres to minimum lot area at 219 Camino Ocho SW (M-H, 0.53 ac)
- ZA2023-0038: Administrative amendment to upgrade cellular equipment at 10321 Holly Ave. NE (A-1, 0.60 ac)
- ZA2023-0034 & 0035: Mobile homes for medical hardship (3-year) at 2317 Pajarito Rd. SW and 5656 Greer Lp. SW
- ZA2023-0036: Home occupation (tax business) at 2349 Esequiel Rd. SW (R-1, 0.22 ac)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with multiple financial approvals, including accepting $19,051,872.05 from the 2023 General Obligation Bonds, allocating up to $5,000,000 in ARPA funds for the I-18 Upper La Cueva Watershed, and authorizing $6,709,350 for Fire Station #37. They will also vote on a $6,300,000 grant for Coors Boulevard safety improvements, a $476,515 land purchase for North Valley Little League, and a $855,898 intergovernmental agreement for the Tijeras Creek Watershed Restoration Project. The meeting includes proclamations for various awareness months and appointments to the UNMH Board of Trustees.
- Approve $19,051,872.05 from General Obligation Bonds Series 2023
- Approve up to $5,000,000 ARPA funds for I-18 Upper La Cueva Watershed
- Authorize $6,709,350 for Fire Station #37 construction
- Approve $6,300,000 FHWA grant for Coors Boulevard SS4A project
- Approve $476,515 land acquisition at 4001 Edith Blvd NE for North Valley Little League
Board of County Commissioners - Special UNMH Budget Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a work study session regarding the UNMH budget. The County Manager will present information on FY24 operating assumptions.
- FY24 Operating Assumptions-Budget Work Session presentation
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider preliminary plats, special use permits, and a zone map amendment. Items include a deferred 30-lot subdivision in the East Mountains, a 22-lot subdivision in the South Valley, and several special use permit requests. The commission will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Preliminary plat for 30-lot subdivision at 125 Prestige Dr., East Mountains (SC2022-0009)
- Preliminary plat for 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd., South Valley (SC2022-0002)
- Special use permit for household/yard/garden equipment sales and billboard at 319-323 Osuna Rd. NE (CSU2022-0013)
- Special use permit for office/warehouse and trailer/vehicle storage at 12451-12453 N. Highway 14 (CSU2023-0003)
- Zone map amendment from SD-IVC to C-1 at 1631 Isleta Blvd. SW (CZ2023-0005)
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will meet to discuss the Isleta Reconstruction and review subcommittee goals. The board is scheduled to take action regarding the Focus on Youth Photography Purchase Awards.
- Action item: Focus on Youth Photography Purchase Awards
- New business: Isleta Reconstruction (Bernalillo County Public Works)
- Review of Subcommittee Goals and Mission Statements
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNM Hospital Board of Trustees is meeting to approve revised FY23 and FY24 operating and capital budgets. The board will also vote on several high-value capital projects and service contracts.
- Cerner – Soarian Financials Patient Accounting Software System and Support Services ($51,962,560.03)
- Critical Care Tower Furniture/Fixture/Equipment purchases ($12,292,174.00)
- Diamond Pharmacy – MDC Pharmacy Services (up to $5,000,000.00)
- UH Main Chiller Replacement Phase 2 (up to $2,750,000.00) and 2nd Floor OR Suite Renovation (up to $2,750,000.00)
- Dermatology Clinic Renovation (up to $1,700,000.00) and UH Main Boiler #1 Replacement (up to $1,250,000.00)
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider requests for final plats and sketch plats. These proposals involve subdividing or replatting various parcels of land across the North Valley, South Valley, and South West areas.
- Final plat for a 3-lot subdivision at 3115 Avanzando Rd SW (2.96 acres±)
- Sketch/Final plat for a replat at 2228 Kelly Ave. SW (3.76 acres±)
- Sketch plat for a replat at 4213 Roseberry Rd SW (1.00 acres±)
- Sketch plat for a replat at 2141 Wilbur Ave SW (2.06 acres±)
- Sketch plat for a 2-lot subdivision on Broadway Blvd. SW (10.48 acres±)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the FY24 budget, including a $403.7 million general fund and $248.8 million non-general fund, along with 58 new positions. They will also vote on using $1 million from the 2022 Opioid Settlement for fentanyl prevention and harm reduction, and $450,000 for a Sheriff's Office crisis response team. The agenda includes several proclamations, appointments, and routine consent items.
- FY24 budget: $403,708,763 general fund, $248,813,273 non-general fund, $322,631,244 carryover
- $1 million from 2022 Opioid Settlement for fentanyl prevention and harm reduction
- $450,000 for Sheriff's Office Community Assistance and Supports Team (CAST)
- ARPA funds: $2,328,386 for MDC lagoon decommission/sewer connectivity
- Zone map amendments: CZ2023-0003 (A-1 to SD-WC-CLI) and CZ2023-0002 (A-2 to SD-E66-CC)
Board of County Commissioners - Zoning Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will review a zone map amendment and an update to the Isleta Boulevard and Village Centers Sector Development Plan. The meeting also includes public hearings on two appeals regarding the demolition and cleaning of nuisance properties.
- CZ2023-0001: Zone Map Amendment from R-1 & C-1 to SD-IMU
- SPR2023-0001: Amendment to the Isleta Boulevard and Village Centers Sector Development Plan
- Appeal ENFC2022-1054 regarding demolition and nuisance removal at 9725 Pajarito Rd SW
- Appeal ENFC2022-0502/AR 2023-05 regarding demolition and cleaning at 706 Bear Canyon Lane NE
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and authorize the Executive Director to sign the organization's 2022 IRS Tax Form 990.
- Approval of January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
- Authorization for Executive Director to sign 2022 IRS Tax Form 990
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting to discuss condemnation proceedings related to the North Rio Bravo Pond Site. The discussion is protected under attorney-client privilege due to pending or threatened litigation.
- Discuss condemnation on North Rio Bravo Pond Site
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board will hold a regular meeting to elect a new chair and vice chair, approve minutes and quarterly reports, and consider an advisory opinion (AO2023-001) based on subcommittee recommendations. The board will also discuss pending or threatened litigation in closed session.
- Election of new chair and vice chair
- Approval of FY23 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter reports
- Subcommittee recommendations for AO2023-001
- Approval, modification, or issuance of Advisory Opinion AO2023-001
- Closed session on pending or threatened litigation
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will discuss the impact of the Final Legislative Report on the detention facility. Members will also review status reports regarding the medical provider and labor/management relations.
- Final Legislative Report impact on the detention facility
- Status report on Medical Provider
- Labor/Management relations report
- MDC Population Report from CJCC
- PREA, Grievance, and Staffing reports
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board is meeting to receive updates on opioid settlement funding and the Opioid Specialty Court. Members will also discuss treatment services at the Metropolitan Detention Center and the CARE Campus.
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update
- Opioid Specialty Court Presentation
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus Fentanyl Treatment for Youth Working Group Update
- Recovery Services of New Mexico MAT Services at Metropolitan Detention Center
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Advisory Council is meeting to receive reports from the Barelas Senior Center and the Department of Senior Affairs. The body will discuss updates to the Home Services Program's repair, rehab, and chore services.
- Home Services Program Repair/Rehab and Chore Services revamp
- Barelas Senior Center Manager report
- Advisory Council bylaw review
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The board will meet to discuss an article regarding the training of civilians to answer mental health calls. Members will also receive an update on the board's Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest rules.
- Update on SOARB Code of Conduct & Conflict of Interest rules
- Discussion on article regarding civilians training to answer mental health calls
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Water Protection Advisory Board will meet to discuss water protection updates and stormwater management. The board is scheduled to vote on a letter concerning the Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility Site cleanup.
- Approval of letter to Albuquerque City Council, Bernalillo County Commission, and Water Authority Board regarding Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility Site cleanup
- Middle Rio Grande Stormwater Team update
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Subcommittee report
- PIC updates
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The DWI Planning Council is meeting to review an ISR Evaluation presentation and receive updates on the LDWI FY 24 grant and budget. The body will also introduce new personnel and review New Mexico Department of Health DWI statistics.
- ISR Evaluation Presentation
- LDWI FY 24 grant progress update
- Budget update
- New Mexico Department of Health DWI statistics
- Prevention and Treatment committee updates
Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee - Regular Meeting
The committee is meeting to review financial reports and groundwater monitoring updates. Members will discuss the SB 337 Water Security Planning Act and address vacant committee positions.
- Groundwater monitoring program update regarding JSAI status and transducer placement
- Legislative update on SB 337 Water Security Planning Act
- Review of financial report dated April 4, 2023
- Discussion of vacant positions for Santa Fe Governmental Rep, East Torrance SWCD, and Torrance County Agriculture
- Status of Town of Edgewood Subdivision Ordinance Amendments
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority is meeting to discuss various land use applications, including final plats, preliminary plats, sketch plats, and a special project review under the electric system facility plan. Specific items include replats and subdivisions across locations such as Richfield Ave. and Lowell St. NE, 23 South Mountain Ct, and 20001 Mount Taylor Blvd NW.
- Final Plat request (SRP2023-0011) for 1.99 acres at Richfield Ave. and Lowell St. NE
- Final Plat request (SRP2023-0020) for 6.00 acres at 23 South Mountain Ct
- Final Plat request (SRP2023-0026) for 3.85 acres at 1621 Hooper Rd SW
- Preliminary Plat request (SC2023-0004) for a 22-lot subdivision on 99.21 acres at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl
- Special Project Review (SPR2023-0002) for Estrella West LLC under the Facility Plan for Electric System Transmission and Generation
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily discussing and possibly acting on several motions related to AQCB Petition No. 2022-3, which seeks to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code to require review of health, environment, and equity impacts. The board will consider motions to disqualify three board members, a supplemental motion alleging bias, a motion on alternative recording methods, and delegation of authorities to a hearing officer. The agenda also includes election of chair and vice chair for 2023-2024, an air program report, and public comment periods.
- Election of Air Quality Control Board Chair and Vice Chair for 2023-2024
- Motion to disqualify Board Members Judy Calman, Kitty Richards, and Lauren Meiklejohn (Docket Entry 14)
- Supplemental motion to disqualify and request for hearing alleging pre-judgment and bias (Docket Entry 23)
- Motion seeking alternative methods of recording (Docket Entry 24)
- Delegation of authorities to the hearing officer in Petition No. 2022-3
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator is holding a public hearing to consider seven requests for conditional use approvals, administrative amendments, and accessory buildings. The items involve properties located on Evans Dr. SW, Karrol Rd. SW, Meade Ave. SW, El Dorado Dr. NW, Margo Rd. SW, Alameda Rd. NW, and Cannon Dr. SW. These requests address mobile homes, commercial stables, oversized accessory structures, lot line adjustments, and a family day care home.
- ZA2023-0002: Request by Duane A. & Geraldine Labreche for a mobile home during construction at 5610 Evans Dr. SW.
- ZA2023-0013: Request by Mary Ann Perry for a mobile home as a single-family dwelling at 4618 Karrol Rd. SW.
- ZA2023-0022: Request by Luana Carabajal for commercial stables at 4310 Meade Ave. SW.
- ZA2023-0026 & ZA2023-0028: Requests for oversized accessory buildings exceeding 600 sq. ft. at 500 El Dorado Dr. NW and 918 Alameda Rd. NW.
- ZA2023-0029: Request by Mayilu Becerra for a Family Day Care Home at 248 Cannon Dr. SW.
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council meets to discuss updates from UNM Health Sciences, the VA, Bernalillo County, and the City of Albuquerque. Agenda items include updates on the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative, Calle Cuarta private affordable housing development, state legislative requests from HB 505, and committee status reports.
- Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative update with the City of Albuquerque
- Calle Cuarta private affordable housing development progress
- NM State Legislature county and city requests from HB 505 capital outlay bill and other housing-related proposed legislation
- Built For Zero update from the City of Albuquerque
- Approval of March 14, 2023, HCC Meeting Minutes
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council is meeting to receive updates from the Department of Senior Affairs. The body will discuss budget monitoring and upcoming requests for proposals.
- FY23 budget and monitoring updates
- FY24 Request for Proposals
- AAA Policies & Procedures
- Provider trainings
- Recruitment to fill vacancies
Library Board - Regular Meeting
The Library Advisory Board will meet to receive reports from the Public Library Foundation, Friends of the Public Library, the Board Chair, and the Director. The board will also review action items from the previous meeting.
- Public Library Foundation Report
- Friends of the Public Library Report
- Director's Report
- Review of Action Items from Meeting
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will consider two preliminary plats, a deferred special use permit, and a zone map amendment. The commission will also approve minutes from the March 1 meeting. Action on these items will be taken at the hearing.
- Preliminary plat for 3-lot subdivision at 3115 Avanzando Rd SW (SC2022-0005)
- Preliminary plat for 30-lot subdivision at 125 Prestige Dr (SC2022-0009)
- Deferred special use permit for office, warehouse, and vehicle storage at 12451/12453 N Hwy 14 (CSU2023-0003)
- Zone change from C-1 to C-LI at 7000 2nd St NW (CZ2023-0004)
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Youth Sports Commission is meeting to discuss capital outlay for community youth and receive updates on the Little League Task Force. The body will also review registrations for Districts 5, 8, and 9 and receive an update on Mesa Del Sol.
- Capital Outlay for youth in the community
- Little League Task Force and Districts 5, 8, and 9 registrations update
- Mesa Del Sol update
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will meet to discuss goals and priorities for its subcommittees. The board is scheduled to take action regarding the Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square project.
- Action item: Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square
- Discussion on goals and priorities for subcommittees
- Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square 200K Project
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Air Quality Control Board is meeting to organize the Health, Environmental and Equity Impacts Rulemaking Hearing. The board will discuss the logistics of the proceeding and the delegation of authority to a hearing officer.
- Selection of Hearing Officer for the Health, Environmental and Equity Impacts Rulemaking Hearing
- Discussion of rulemaking proceeding logistics
- Discussion of delegation of authority to the Hearing Officer
- Public comment on pre-hearing and hearing processes
UNMH Board of Trustees - Regular Meeting
The UNM Hospital Board of Trustees is meeting in a closed session. The board will discuss strategic and long-range business plans or trade secrets of UNMH.
- Discussion of strategic and long-range business plans or trade secrets of UNMH
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 defendants. The discussion is exempt from open meeting requirements due to attorney-client privilege. No public action is expected.
- Discussion of Board of County Commissioners v. AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation et al., case 1:19-op-45301-DAP
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including funding extensions for the Winter Wellness Motel and small provider grants, as well as ordinance amendments on water conservation, floods, roads, and subdivisions. They will also consider appointments, a housing plan, and federal legislative priorities.
- Approve $740,260 for Winter Wellness Motel extension for homeless families
- Approve $1,000,000 for small provider capital and startup funding
- Adopt amendments to Chapters 30, 38, 66, and 74 of County Code
- Approve 2023 federal legislative policy priorities and congressionally directed spending requests
- Approve Inducement Resolution for Calle Cuarta affordable housing project (61 units)
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority meets to review 11 plats for subdivisions and replats across North Valley, South Valley, South West, and East Mountain. Items include final plats, sketch plats, and preliminary plats, with zoning ranging from residential to mixed-use.
- Final plat for 1.8-acre replat at 10508 2nd St NW (North Valley, R-1 zoning)
- Sketch/final plat for 13-acre 5-lot subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd SE (South Valley, M-1 zoning)
- Preliminary plat for 9.61-acre 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd SW (South West, A-1 w/SUP zoning)
- Sketch plat for 18.01-acre 9-lot subdivision at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge (East Mountain, A-2 zoning)
- Sketch plat for 22.05-acre 4-lot subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd SE (South West, M-1 w/SUP zoning)
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and Albuquerque Public Schools members will discuss behavioral health initiatives, including the THV Avela Equitable Application App proposal, a small provider grant increase, and the BernCo Winter Wellness Hotel extension proposal. The agenda also includes a Built for Zero presentation, a school-based violence intervention program update, and 2023 goals discussion.
- Built for Zero Presentation
- THV Avela Equitable Application App Proposal
- Small Provider Grant Increase Proposal
- BernCo Winter Wellness Hotel Extension Proposal
- School-Based Violence Intervention Program Update
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Advisory Council will meet to receive reports from the North Valley Senior Center and the Volunteers in Action (VIA) program. The body will also receive administrative updates from Department of Senior Affairs division managers.
- Introduction of Victoria Velarde, Marketing/Public Information Officer
- Center Manager Report from Anita Hamel regarding North Valley Senior Center
- VIA Program report from Natasha Montoya
- Administrative updates from Nutrition/Transportation, Recreation, and Social Services managers
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board will meet to receive updates on opioid settlement funding and legislative changes. The board will also discuss the CARE Campus medical provider and housing issues.
- Opioid Settlement Funding Update
- Fentanyl Treatment for Youth Working Group Update
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus New Medical Treatment Provider Update
- Discussion on Housing Issues
- Discussion of ATAB Goals for the Year
Board of Registration - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Registration will meet to discuss and vote on cancelling voter records identified as inactive. The board will also approve minutes from the February 16, 2023 meeting.
- Approval of minutes from February 16, 2023 Board of Registration meeting
- Discussion on voter records considered for cancellation
- Motion to approve voter registration records for cancellation
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold an in-person hearing to consider three appeals for demolition of dilapidated structures and nuisance removal. Each request involves entering private property to address unsafe or blighted conditions. The hearing is scheduled for March 15, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. in the Ken Sanchez Chambers.
- ENFC2015-1297: Demolition of structure at 1712 Antone Lp Rd SW (A-1 zoned, 0.95 acres)
- ENFC2020-0412: Demolition of structures at 104 Suenos Ln NE (M-H zoned, 0.50 acres)
- ENFC2017-0453: Demolition of structure at 857 Dolly Ave SW (R-1 zoned, 0.19 acres)
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Advisory Board will meet to discuss operations, updates, and reports related to the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). The agenda includes discussions on the board's annual report to commissioners, a legislative update, how restricted housing works, and various MDC reports.
- Discussion on DFA Board Annual Report to Commissioners update
- Discussion on Legislative update
- Discussion on How Restricted Housing Works, including average length of stay by violence and mental health
- Discussion on MDC Updates
- Discussion on Ordinance Reports including Grievance, Staffing, MDC Population from CJCC, and PREA reports
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss and vote on a wide range of items, including the issuance of general obligation bonds up to $17,970,000, multi-million dollar legal settlements, and various board appointments. The agenda also features contract approvals for fleet maintenance, road inventory certifications, and public art acquisitions.
- Adoption of Ordinance authorizing General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023 in an amount not to exceed $17,970,000
- Settlement agreement with AFSCME Local 2499 requiring $15 million appropriation from the general fund
- Settlement agreement with New Mexico Department of Transportation and appropriation of $7,052,456 from the Road Fund for Paseo Del Norte Boulevard right of way
- NMDOT cooperative agreement of $4,604,524 supporting the Second Street and Rio Bravo Blvd. Intersection Construction Project
- Wright Express fuel contract expenditure increase up to $400,000
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Homeless Coordinating Council (HCC) holds its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda and February meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates on housing initiatives and committee work. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the body discusses retreat planning, housing collaboratives, and provider engagement.
- Approval of February 14, 2023 HCC meeting minutes
- HCC Retreat Discussion led by Chair Doug Ziedonis
- Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative update by County Manager Julie Morgas-Baca
- Provider Summit Buy-In for Built for Zero presented by Elizabeth Holguin (CABQ) and Monet Silva (NMCEH)
- Reschedule doodle poll planned for May meeting date
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Sheriff’s Office Advisory and Review Board will meet to discuss subcommittee updates and new business. The agenda includes a review of a reported conversation between a BCSO Deputy and an alleged accomplice of Jacob Peña.
- Discussion of BCSO new enforcement units, including the Auto Theft Unit
- Review of crime statistics
- Discussion of body-worn cameras and video editing
- Discussion of behavioral health and law enforcement issues
- Discussion of SOARB Code of Conduct
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will discuss updates regarding the Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility spill. Members will also consider approvals for the 2022 Annual Report and an Open Meetings Resolution.
- Update on Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility Spill
- Approval of WPAB 2022 Annual Report and Cover Letter
- Approval of WPAB Open Meetings Resolution
- Review of Technical Customer Advisory Committee Letter to the Water Authority Board
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider several requests for final and sketch plats. These proposals involve replatting and subdividing parcels of land across the South West, North Valley, East Mountain, and South Valley areas.
- Final plat request for 2945 Coors Blvd NW (0.72 acres±)
- Sketch/Final plat request for 11701 San Rafael Ave NE (1.71 acres±)
- Sketch plat request for 6 Buffalo Ally Pl. (2.96 acres±)
- Sketch plat request for 219 Camino Ocho SW to create a three-lot subdivision (2.17 acres±)
- Sketch plat request for 250 Entranosa Rd for an eight-lot subdivision (141.47 acres±)
Board of County Commissioners - Budget Hearing
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to conduct a public budget hearing. The session includes a presentation of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024.
- Fiscal Year 2024 Public Budget Hearing presentation
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board will hold its regular March meeting in hybrid format, including a public comment period and a staff report on the Air Quality Program. Board members will also solicit nominations for the 2023-24 Chair and Vice Chair and receive an update on the selection of a hearing officer for an upcoming rulemaking hearing.
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator is holding a hearing to consider four specific requests. These include applications for conditional use approvals and lot variances.
- ZA2023-0022: Conditional use for commercial stables at 4310 Meade Ave. SW
- ZA2023-0023: .4 acre variance to minimum lot area at 11709 San Rafael Ave. NE
- ZA2023-0024: 38 ft. variance to minimum average lot width at 11701 San Rafael Ave. NE
- ZA2023-0025: Conditional use for Home Occupation (gunsmith) at 6 Druyk Rd.
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to discuss new subcommittee members and project updates. The board will take action on jurying for Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square and the Metro Art Exhibit.
- Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Jurying
- Metro Art Exhibit
- Appointment of new subcommittee members
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will consider several land-use requests, including amendments to the Isleta Blvd. and Village Centers Sector Development Plan, three zone map amendments, and a special use permit. It will also hear an appeal of a denied street name change. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and other routine matters.
- Amendment to Isleta Blvd. and Village Centers Sector Development Plan to expand boundary to include 1534 Blake Rd. SW (SPR2023-0001)
- Zone change from C-1 and R-1 to SD-IMU at 1534 Blake Rd. SW (CZ2023-0001)
- Zone change from A-2 to SD-E66-CC at 1328 NM 333 (CZ2023-0002)
- Zone change from A-1 to SD-WC-CLI at 18900 I-40 Frontage Rd. SW (CZ2023-0003)
- Special use permit for office and warehouse at 12451/12453 North Highway 14 (CSU2023-0003)
Board of County Commissioners - Special UNMH Budget Work Session
The Board of County Commissioners held a special work session to discuss preliminary operating assumptions for the University of New Mexico Hospital’s (UNMH) FY24 budget. The County Manager presented FY24 budget assumptions, and the next UNMH budget work session was announced for May 9, 2023.
- FY24 Operating Assumptions presentation by County Manager
- Next UNMH Budget Work Session scheduled for May 9, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. via Zoom
Senior Affairs Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Department of Senior Affairs Advisory Council is holding a regular meeting to advise on senior programs and services. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, introductions of new staff, a center manager report, administrative updates on volunteer programs and caregiver efforts, and council business. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Public comment allowed (3 min per attendee) with advance notice
- New staff introductions: Alicia Tenorio, Executive Assistant; Brittani Torres, Program Manager
- Center Manager Report from Thomas Gallagher, NDB Multigenerational Center
- Volunteer Programs Update by Cristina Romero-Baca
- Caregiver Effort Presentation by Agnes Vallejos
Local Government Coordinating Commission - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission and APS will meet to select leadership and approve the 2023 meeting schedule. The body will discuss collaboration between the Albuquerque Police Department and APS, as well as updates on behavioral health initiatives.
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of 2023 ABCGC+APS Meeting Schedule
- Approval of 2023 Open Meetings Act Resolution
- APD and APS Collaboration Discussion
- Behavioral Health Initiative updates including Tiny Home Village and Joint Strategic Plan
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer is holding a public hearing to consider requests for property entry, demolition of dilapidated or unsafe structures, and removal of nuisances. The hearing also includes an appeal of a Board of County Commissioners resolution regarding a nuisance removal.
- ENFC2015-1297: Request to enter, demolish a dilapidated structure, and remove nuisances at 1712 Antone Lp Rd SW
- ENFC2020-0412: Request to enter, demolish dilapidated structures, and remove nuisances at 104 Suenos Ln NE
- ENFC2022-1054: Request to enter, demolish or remove unsafe structures, and remove nuisances at 9725 Pajarito Rd SW
- ENFC2022-0502: Appeal by Alejandro A. and Jennifer M. Vallejos regarding removal of nuisances at 706 Bear Canyon Ln NE
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to decide on seven final plats and sketch plats for residential subdivisions and replats in South Valley, East Mountain, North Valley, and Southwest areas. The body will also handle procedural items like sign-in, introductions, and announcements.
- Final plat for 8.94-acre Harrison School replat at 3912 Isleta Blvd SW (SRP2022-0143)
- Final plat for 2.12-acre Mountain Ranch replat at 108 Raindance Rd (SRP2022-0165)
- Sketch/final plat for 1.50-acre A.F.C. Subdivision replat at 1430 Corfield Pl SW (SRP2023-0016)
- Sketch plat for 99.21-acre 22-lot Sabra Ranch subdivision at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl (SC2023-0004)
- Sketch plat for 13.00-acre 5-lot Broadway Industrial Group subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd SE (SRP2023-0017)
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on an automated speed enforcement ordinance, and also consider a resolution to collaborate with Albuquerque on housing. The consent agenda includes several grants, contracts, and nuisance abatement actions, plus a public hearing on an appeal of a nuisance property demolition.
- Public hearing on automated speed enforcement ordinance (Ordinance 2023-)
- Resolution to establish Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative with City of Albuquerque
- Accept $2,491,000 federal grant for ABC Community School Partnership
- Authorize $595,076.28 contract for Public Safety Training Academy furniture
- Appeal of nuisance property demolition at 1543 Bridge Blvd SW
Board of County Commissioners - Board of Finance
The Bernalillo County Board of Finance will meet on February 21, 2023, to approve previous meeting minutes and hear a presentation on the Board of Finance report from the County Treasurer. The board will also consider giving advice and consent on the proposed quarterly investment strategy.
- Approval of the November 15, 2022 Board of Finance Meeting minutes
- County Treasurer presentation of the Board of Finance Report
- Advice and consent on the County Treasurer's Quarterly Investment Strategy
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board (ATAB) will meet to discuss updates on opioid settlement funding, a joint strategic plan, and the termination of the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) jail medical contract. The board will also review housing needs for individuals with addictions and goals for the year.
- Feedback on City/County Joint Strategic Plan
- MDC Jail Medical Contract Termination & Next Steps
- Opioid Settlement Funding for Bernalillo County
- Discussion on Housing Issues for individuals with addictions
- ATAB Goals for the Year
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will review the 2022 Annual Report presentation and discuss potential meeting venues to reach more communities. Members will also discuss behavioral health links and a memorial wall.
- Update on 2022 Annual Report presentation to the Commission
- Recommendations for meeting venues in different county areas
- Discussion on Behavioral Health links from sub-committee members
- Discussion of Memorial Wall
Board of Registration - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Registration is meeting to organize by electing a chair and reviewing its duties. They will also approve minutes from 2021 and receive a list of inactive voters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Nomination and election of chair for the Board of Registration
- Approval of minutes from the 2021 Board of Registration meeting
- Presentation of inactive voter list to the Board
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will discuss the annual report to Commissioners and receive legislative and medical provider updates. Members will also review reports regarding the Restricted Housing Unit and Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) operations.
- DFAB Annual Report to Commissioners update
- Review of Restricted Housing Unit Quarterly Report
- MDC Population Report from CJCC
- PREA Report
- Grievance and Staffing Reports
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will consider an appeal regarding a resolution to enter and remove nuisances from a specific property. The hearing is scheduled for February 15, 2023.
- Appeal by Alejandro A. Vallejos Jr and Jennifer M. Vallejos regarding property at 706 Bear Canyon Ln NE (ENFC2022-0502)
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will review three requests to enter properties, demolish dilapidated or unsafe structures, and remove nuisances.
- Request to demolish structure and remove nuisances at 1712 Antone Lp Rd SW
- Request to demolish structures and remove nuisances at 104 Suenos Ln NE
- Request to demolish or remove unsafe structures and remove nuisances at 9725 Pajarito Rd SW
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council will hold a virtual meeting to discuss ongoing initiatives, review a draft resources booklet, and consider a motion of support for a joint capital outlay request for housing. The agenda also includes updates from various committees focused on housing, youth housing, gateways and facilities, and coordinated street outreach. The meeting takes place via Zoom video conference.
- Motion of Support for the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Joint Capital Outlay Request for Housing in 2023 Legislative Session
- Review of Draft Current State Resources and Support Information Booklet
- Committee Updates including Housing, Youth Housing Continuum, Gateway/Facilities, Homeless Service System, Multi-Governmental Legislation, and Coordinated Street Outreach
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Code of Conduct Review Board will make a final determination on a sworn complaint against a county commissioner. The board will also hold preliminary hearings and determinations regarding two other sworn complaints.
- Final Determination on Sworn Complaint 2022-001, Carl L. Peterson v. Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty
- Preliminary Hearing for Sworn Complaint 2023-001, Quezada v. Barboa
- Preliminary Hearing for Sworn Complaint 2023-002, Quezada v. O’Malley
DWI Planning Council - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, review and potentially approve an LDWI grant, receive an update on the 'Take a Ride on Us' service, and hear DWI statistics from the New Mexico Department of Health. Committee updates on prevention and treatment are also scheduled.
- Approval of agenda and minutes (action items)
- LDWI Grant review/approval
- Take a Ride on Us service update
- NM Department of Health DWI statistics
- Prevention and treatment committee updates
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority will convene to discuss and consider four plat requests. The agenda includes a final plat proposal for a four-lot subdivision in the East Mountain area, along with sketch and final plat proposals in the North Valley and South West areas.
- SRP2022-0106: Final Plat request for a 4-lot subdivision on 19.43 acres at 171 Brannan Rd.
- SRP2023-0014: Sketch/Final Plat request for a replat of 2.68 acres at 9965 Guadalupe Trl. NW.
- SRP2023-0012: Sketch Plat request for a 4-lot subdivision on 2.18 acres at 3624 San Ygnacio Rd. SW.
- SRP2023-0013: Sketch Plat request for a 2-lot subdivision on 10.22 acres at 5 Public School Rd.
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator will hear 14 conditional-use and variance requests, including home occupations such as salons, bead sales, beekeeping, and mobile-home placements. The board will also consider rear- and front-yard setback adjustments and accessory-building approvals exceeding 600 sq ft.
- Home occupation salon at 2024 Telesfor Dr. SW (ZA2023-0009, deferred from Jan 11)
- Mobile home during construction at 5610 Evans Dr. SW (ZA2023-0002)
- Home occupation bead sales at 10137 Edith Blvd. NE (ZA2023-0011)
- 13.6 ft rear-yard setback variance at 11704 Richfield Ave. NE (ZA2023-0012)
- 1,384 sq ft garage/casita at 844 Guadalupe Cir. NW (ZA2023-0015)
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Air Quality Control Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a joint motion to dismiss the permit hearing for New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC. The board will also address the selection of a hearing officer for an upcoming rulemaking hearing and consider extending the contract of Board Attorney Antoinette Sedillo Lopez. Additionally, the agenda includes reports on regional sulfur dioxide emissions and the air quality program.
- Discussion and Possible Action on the Joint Motion to Dismiss the Petition for Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD (New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC)
- Update and Possible Action on Hearing Officer Selection for the Health, Environmental and Equity Impacts Rulemaking Hearing
- Discussion and Possible Action on Extending Board Attorney Antoinette Sedillo Lopez’s Contract or Retaining New Counsel
- Report on the Draft 2021 Regional SO2 Emissions and Milestone Report
- Extension of Deadline to Join the World Health Organization Air Quality Guidelines Work Group to April 30, 2023
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will decide on a resolution supporting the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative and vote on rescinding and replacing a legislative office appointment policy. They will also approve funding agreements for county road projects, renew a lease with Gordon Bernell Charter School, and introduce ordinance amendments for water conservation, flood control, roads, and subdivisions.
- Support establishment of Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative via resolution
- Rescind AR 2022-128 and approve new Legislative Office Appointment Policy (AR 2023-)
- Approve 2024 NMDOT funding agreements for County Arterial Program, Cooperative Program, and School Bus Route Program
- Renew lease agreement with Gordon Bernell Charter School at 100 Deputy Dean Miera Dr. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87151
- Introduce and approve for publication amendments to water conservation, flood, roads, and subdivisions ordinances
Board of County Commissioners - Closed Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a closed meeting on February 7, 2023, at 3:30 PM to discuss ongoing litigation matters in executive session. The agenda consists solely of updates and discussions regarding pending legal cases under an exception to the Open Meetings Act for attorney-client privileged communications.
- Update and Discuss National Prescription Opiate Litigation, MDL No. 2804, CIV 19-45301-DAP
- Update and Discuss AFSCME Local 2499 Litigation, Case No. D-202-CV-2014-04658
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board will meet to discuss new projects and review unsolicited proposals. The board will also receive a presentation from the City of Albuquerque regarding a public art ordinance amendment.
- Presentation on Ordinance Amendment to increase Public Art from 1% to 1.5%
- Review of unsolicited proposals for new projects
- Discussion of new projects
Youth Sports Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission will hold a regular meeting to review past minutes, discuss securing capital outlay for the MDS facility, receive updates on the Little League Task Force, and hear about the groundbreaking for Phase 2 of the MDS project. The meeting is conducted via Zoom.
- Roundhouse Visit to secure capital outlay for MDS with Bill Blair and Gloria Faber
- Update on Little League Task Force by Anthony Fasulo
- Groundbreaking announcement for Phase 2 of MDS project by Jim Tilley
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission is meeting to consider special use permits for properties in the North Valley and East Mountains areas. The agenda includes continuances, deferrals, and new requests regarding specific zoning uses. The commission will also review minutes from the January 4, 2023 meeting.
- Special Use Permit request (CSU2022-0015) for O-1 and C-1 uses at 187 Sarah LN, NW
- Special Use Permit request (CSU2022-0013) for C-2 uses and a single family dwelling at 319, 321, and 323 Osuna Rd. NE
- Special Use Permit request (CSU2023-0002) for alcohol sales and an event center at 1 Post Office LN
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Code of Conduct Review Board will meet to review and act on a sworn ethics complaint filed by Carl L. Peterson against Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty. The board will first hold a closed session to discuss the complaint, then consider a final determination if appropriate. The meeting is hybrid, open to the public at Alvarado Square in Albuquerque.
- Closed session for Sworn Complaint 2022-001, Carl L. Peterson v. Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty
- Final Determination on Sworn Complaint 2022-001, if appropriate
- Hybrid meeting at Alvarado Square, Seventh Floor, Ponderosa Conference Room 7W09, 415 Silver Ave. SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Audit Committee - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Audit Committee is meeting to review and approve internal audit reports for four specific county areas. The body will also approve minutes from the November 7, 2022, meeting.
- Internal Audit Report – Behavioral Health Services/Behavioral Health Initiative
- Internal Audit Report – Emergency Management
- Internal Audit Report – Procurement & Accounts Payable
- Internal Audit Report – Housing Department
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority will hear seven separate requests to create or modify residential plats in North Valley, Southwest, South Valley, and Northeast areas. Each item proposes a replat or subdivision of existing or unplatted land, with zoning ranging from A-1 to mixed-use.
- Final plat for 17.8-acre replat at 6903 Edith Blvd. NE (SRP2023-0007)
- 12-lot subdivision at 3217 Love Rd SW (SC2023-0002)
- 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW (SC2023-0003)
- Replat of 1.5-acre mixed-use site at 1430 Corfield Pl. SW (SRP2023-0008)
- Replat of 0.72-acre commercial site at 2945 Coors Blvd NW (SRP2023-0009)
Nuisance Abatement Hearings - Nuisance Abatement Hearing
The Bernalillo County Nuisance Abatement Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on January 25, 2023, to consider an appeal by Peggy Star regarding a Board of County Commissioners' resolution to enter, demolish a dilapidated structure, and remove nuisances from a property at 1543 Bridge Blvd SW. The hearing is in person at Ken Sanchez Chambers, 415 Silver Ave SW, Albuquerque.
- Appeal of demolition order for property at 1543 Bridge Blvd SW (Lot 8, Block 1, Hamilton Addn, zoned C-1, ~0.19 acres)
- Public hearing scheduled for January 25, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.
- Written comments due at least 48 hours before the hearing
- Hearing materials available online at least 3 days prior
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several funding allocations, including ARPA funds for economic and health projects. The board will also consider resolutions regarding nuclear waste transport, clean energy, and climate action.
- Notice of intent to issue General Obligation Bonds, Series 2023, not to exceed $17,970,000
- ARPA funds up to $3,563,825 for South Valley Economic Development Center Addition and $1,000,000 for North Valley Aquatics Wellness Pool
- Up to $975,000 from Opioid Settlement Fund for Fentanyl education and keepNMalive.com website
- Nuisance abatement for properties at 706 Bear Canyon Lane NE, 121 Velarde Rd NW, and 9310 1/2 Edith Blvd NE
- Zone Map Amendment from A-1 to R-1 (CZ2022-0020)
Addiction Treatment Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board is meeting to review a presentation on the COA Medical Sobering Unit and provide feedback on the City/County Joint Strategic Plan. Members will also discuss fentanyl treatment for youth and the sustainability of Buprenorphine treatment.
- COA Medical Sobering Unit presentation
- City/County Joint Strategic Plan feedback
- Fentanyl treatment for youth
- Bernalillo County CARE Campus and Metropolitan Detention Center updates
- County plan for Buprenorphine treatment after BHI contract ends
Sheriffs Office Advisory and Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review the 2022 annual report. Members will discuss the process for making recommendations to the Sheriff's office and County Commission, as well as future meeting topics and locations.
- Election of Chair & Vice Chair
- Update on Annual Report for 2022
- Discussion on recommendation process for the Sheriff's office and County Commission
- Suggestions for community topics for future meetings
- Suggestions for meeting venues in different areas of the county
Detention Facility Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The board will discuss the Metropolitan Detention Center's (MDC) resource needs if arrests increase. Members will also review bail reform, the annual report, and the City of Albuquerque's warrant roundup legislation.
- DFAB Annual Report
- City of Albuquerque Warrant Roundup legislation and US Marshalls warrant program
- Summary of Bail reform
- Letter regarding additional resources for MDC Corrections Officers and programs
- MDC reports on grievances, staffing, population, and PREA
Code of Conduct Review Board - Regular Meeting
The Code of Conduct Review Board will meet to introduce a new attorney, approve past minutes, and hold a closed session to review a sworn complaint filed by Carl L. Peterson against Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty. If a decision is reached, it will be issued later.
- Introduction of new attorney, Veronica Gonzales-Zamora, Esq.
- Evidentiary hearing for Sworn Complaint 2022-001, Carl L. Peterson v. Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty (closed session)
- Possible final determination on Sworn Complaint 2022-001
Water Protection Advisory Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Water Protection Advisory Board will meet via video conference to handle routine business: approving the agenda and November minutes, electing 2023 officers, and approving an open meetings resolution and the 2023 work plan. They will also hear an update on the Water Authority's NPDES Pretreatment Program policies and enforcement response plan, followed by a public comment period.
- Elect 2023 WPAB Officers
- Approval of WPAB Open Meetings Resolution
- Approval of 2023 WPAB Work Plan
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Subcommittee Report
- Water Authority NPDES Pretreatment Program Policies and Enforcement Response Plan Update
County Development Review Authority - Regular Meeting
The County Development Review Authority is meeting to consider several requests for preliminary, sketch, and final plats. These proposals involve replatting and subdividing parcels of land across the South West, North Valley, and East Mountain areas.
- Final plat request for 0.94 acres at 2801 Coors Blvd. SW
- Final plat request for 0.82 acres at 10153 Edith Blvd NE
- Preliminary plat for a 30-lot subdivision at 125 Prestige Dr. (65.83 acres)
- Sketch plat for a 4-lot subdivision at 5000 118th St. SW (63.30 acres)
- Sketch plat for a replat of the New Mexico Girls School at 4000 Edith Blvd NE (64.74 acres)
Air Quality Control Board - Regular Meeting
The Air Quality Control Board will discuss woodburning and a petition to require the consideration of health, environment, and equity impacts in administrative code amendments. The board will also review a draft policy regarding written comments.
- Discussion regarding woodburning and air quality
- Petition to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the New Mexico Administrative Code (ACQB Petition No. 2022-3)
- Draft policy regarding written comments to the Air Quality Control Board
- Closed session regarding a proposed settlement for Complaint No. 13R-14-R6 alleging Title VI Civil Rights Act violations
Zoning Administrator - Regular Meeting
The Zoning Administrator is holding a hearing to consider various land use requests. The body will decide on conditional use approvals for home businesses, accessory buildings, and residential modifications.
- ZA2023-0001: 3,425 sq. ft. garage at 3616 San Ygnacio Rd. SW
- ZA2023-0007: Home occupation for transfer of firearms at 15 Apple Valley Dr.
- ZA2023-0008: 1,000 sq. ft. secondary dwelling unit at 6928 Della Dr. SW
- ZA2023-0009: Home occupation for a salon at 2024 Telesfor Dr. SW
- ZA2023-0006: Mobile home for medical hardship at 200 Clark Rd. SW
Board of County Commissioners - Administrative Meeting
The Board of County Commissioners will consider a low-income property tax rebate ordinance and a contract for an outpatient medical provider. The body will also discuss public safety priorities and review capital outlay requests for the state.
- Public hearing on adopting a low-income property tax rebate pursuant to NMSA 7-2-14.3
- Award and execution of RFP 26-23-JM for an Outpatient Medical Provider for the Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinic
- Resolution to establish the Bernalillo County Behavioral Health Systems of Care Working Group
- Resolution supporting a COVID-19 Memorial at the Dr. E. A. "Swede" Scholar Regional Recreation Complex on Mesa Del Sol
- Approval of 2023 Capital Outlay Requests to the State of New Mexico
Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board is meeting to conduct routine business. The board will consider the approval of previous meeting minutes and the acceptance of audited financial statements.
- Approval of April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
- Acceptance of Audited Financial Statements for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
Homeless Coordinating Council - Regular Meeting
The Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting to plan an upcoming retreat and review current state information from the City, County, VA, UNM, and local groups. The body will also discuss legislative strategies and receive updates from various committees.
- Planning for HCC Retreat, including location at UNM Rainforest Innovations
- Report on legislative strategies of HCC member organizations by Councilor Benton
- Updates on Youth Housing Continuum
- Updates on Gateway/Facilities
- Updates on Coordinated Street Outreach
Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Older Americans Advisory Council is meeting to receive updates on current and future agency services. The body will discuss FY23 services and the FY24 Request for Proposals.
- FY23 services updates
- FY24 Request for Proposals
- AAA Policies & Procedures and provider trainings
- FY24 ALTSD legislative request and Senior Day
- Recruitment to fill vacancies
Arts Board - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Arts Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will discuss the Route 66 Public Art Project budget and a proposed increase in the City of Albuquerque Public Art Ordinance from 1% to 1.5%.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Route 66 Public Art Project Budget
- City of Albuquerque Public Art Ordinance amendment from 1% to 1.5%
- Action item regarding Sunport Boulevard
Board of County Commissioners - Special Administrative Meeting
The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners will hold a special administrative meeting to approve minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting, appoint a representative for State House District 16, adopt an Open Meetings Act resolution, and elect the Chair and Vice Chair for 2023.
- Appointment of a representative for State House District 16 for the term ending December 31, 2024
- Approval of Administrative Resolution AR 2023-1 under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair for Calendar Year 2023
County Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Bernalillo County Planning Commission will meet to elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also consider two special use permit requests for land development in the North Valley and East Mountains.
- Special Use Permit request for apartments or O-1 and C-1 uses at 187 Sarah LN, NW (CSU2022-0015)
- Special Use Permit request for a solar facility at 240 Sedillo Hill Rd. (CSU2023-0001)
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair