Bernalillo County public meetings in 2023

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

The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board approved a $1,000 sponsorship for a booth at the Earth Day festival. Members also reviewed Christmas tree recycling campaign materials and discussed developing a 2024 action plan. No public comment or new business was presented.

• Approved $1,000 Earth Day festival booth sponsorship
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved December 1st meeting minutes

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved minutes from October and November 2023 and the meeting agenda. Members heard updates on UNMH's new addiction program at the Metropolitan Detention Center, including buprenorphine dosing and staff training, and on the CARE Campus, including a name-change community meeting and new technician positions. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes and agenda.

• Approved October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting agenda

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

The Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission plus APS held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive policy. The only action taken was unanimous approval (5-0) of the August 24, 2023 meeting minutes. The meeting consisted primarily of informational updates and presentations, including the APS superintendent search timeline, adult literacy program needs, the Handle With Care school program, and multiple behavioral health initiative updates.

• Approved August 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

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

The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council approved the December 14, 2023 agenda and the October 19, 2023 minutes. Members discussed forming committees (prevention, marketing, treatment) and recruiting new members, including a healthcare position and a school position. No substantive funding or policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved December 14, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 19, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on December 13, 2023, to consider 12 requests for conditional use approvals and variances. The minutes list the agenda items but do not record any decisions or outcomes for these cases.

• No decisions recorded in minutes; hearing agenda only

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to create a county-led air quality control board working group, after the City of Albuquerque unilaterally changed its ordinance and withdrew from the joint city-county air quality board. The board also approved several other items, including a $14.2 million energy efficiency project, new positions for the CARE Campus, and a resolution supporting a statewide paid family medical leave policy. The meeting included a lengthy discussion on the air quality board's recent rulemaking and the city's actions.

• Approved AR 2023-127 creating a county-led air quality control board working group (5-0)
• Approved $14.2M energy efficiency project for county facilities (3-0)
• Approved creating 10 new substance abuse technician positions for CARE Campus (4-0)
• Approved $410,000 for two new SOTER body scanners for MDC (4-0)
• Approved AR 2023-135, 2024 State Legislative Policy Priorities, as amended (3-0)
• Approved ordinance to issue up to $24M in bonds for Encino Senior Gardens renovation (4-0)
• Approved ordinance to participate in LEDA GRT share for Maxeon Solar at Mesa del Sol (4-0)
• Approved AR 2023-140 supporting the Alcohol Harms Alleviation Fund (4-0)

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

The board approved the minutes from the December 8, 2023, meeting. Members discussed a proposed community listening session and decided it would not be a formal board event. The board planned to add strategic planning and a calendar of initiatives to the January agenda.

• Approved December 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Determined a proposed listening session would not be a SOARB event
• Scheduled next meeting for January 12 at 1:00 PM

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)

The authority reviewed several requests for final and sketch plats. One request for a two-lot subdivision at 6030 Niese Dr. SW was denied. Other requests were processed with requirements for completion due by January 11, 2023.

• Denied sketch plat for two-lot subdivision at 6030 Niese Dr. SW (SRP2023-0116)
• Processed final plat for 12-lot subdivision at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (SC2023-0007)
• Processed final plat replat at 3447 Blake Rd. SW (SRP2023-0086)
• Processed sketch/final plat replat at 279 Vallectos Rd. (SRP2023-0115)
• Processed sketch plat for two-lot subdivision at 6981 Isleta Blvd. (SRP2023-0117)
• Processed sketch plat replat at 50 Moon Ranch Rd. (SRP2023-0118)
• Processed sketch plat for three-lot subdivision at 2810 San Ygnacio Rd. SW (SRP2023-0119)
• Processed sketch plat for five-lot subdivision 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

The Board approved Amendment Number 1 to expand buprenorphine treatment services for inmates at the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center. UNM will assume administration of the medication, including a future initiation program for patients not currently receiving treatment.

• Approved published meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Amendment Number 1 for buprenorphine treatment services at MDC (4-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 22-lot subdivision at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl in the East Mountain area. The approval was for Tract A-1, Sabra Ranch, a 99.21-acre parcel zoned A-2. The commission also approved the November 1, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved preliminary plat for 22-lot subdivision at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl (SC2023-0004)
• Approved 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

The Bernalillo County Youth Sports Commission unanimously approved the October meeting minutes. Members toured the Mesa Del Sol complex and received updates on a $2 million federal grant that must be spent within the first six months of the next calendar year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Toured Mesa Del Sol complex progress

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

The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board held a routine meeting with no new business or public comment. They approved the agenda and the November 17th minutes, and tabled the 2024 action plan discussion until the next meeting. The board also discussed sponsoring a booth at the Earth Day Festival and outreach to other organizations.

• Approved agenda
• Approved November 17th minutes
• Tabled 2024 action plan discussion until next meeting

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

The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board held an evidentiary hearing on a complaint (SC2023-003) filed by Commissioner Quezada against Commissioner Barboa. The board granted in part and denied in part Barboa's motion for summary judgment, finding her pre-resolution involvement in the job description process a de minimis violation, but proceeding on the issue of candor. After hearing testimony and evidence, the board voted 3-0 to find Barboa violated the Code at Sec. 2-128, Paragraph 2 for lacking candor at the May 23, 2023 commission meeting and issued an admonishment. Several administrative items were tabled.

• Granted in part summary judgment for Barboa on job description involvement (de minimis violation) (4-0)
• Denied in part summary judgment on candor issue (4-0)
• Denied Complainant's motion for a continuance
• Admitted Exhibits B, C, D (partial), and E; Exhibit A not admitted
• Denied witness Morgas Baca's request to be excused
• Found Barboa violated Code Sec. 2-128, Paragraph 2 for lack of candor; admonishment issued (3-0)
• Tabled quarterly reports and other administrative items

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board met but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes or approvals occurred. Members heard updates on pediatric fentanyl treatment protocols, a transition of buprenorphine services at the Metropolitan Detention Center to UNMH, and the county's opioid settlement funding status. The board also received reports on the CARE Campus accreditation and upcoming presentations.

• No quorum; meeting minutes and agenda not approved
• No formal actions taken due to lack of quorum

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

The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council met on November 20, 2023, and approved the October minutes and November agenda. The meeting included reports on a 3.2% funding decrease, program updates, and staffing changes, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved October minutes (motion by Shonerd, second by Karnes-Padilla)
• Approved November agenda (motion by Borbas, second by Carlentine)

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

The board voted to adopt the final draft of its 2023 annual report, which will be submitted to the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners in January. The motion included provisions for editorial changes and additions related to new member orientation. No public comments were received, and no Sheriff's Office representative attended.

• Adopted the 2023 annual report for submission to the Board of Commissioners (unanimous)
• Scheduled next board meeting for December 8, 2023, at 1:00 pm (unanimous)
• Tentatively planned a holiday gathering for December 19, 2023, at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
• Agreed to discuss holding a future meeting at the Sheriff's Office in December

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Canvass certified the local election results from November 7, 2023, with a unanimous 4-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. Commissioner Quezada was excused.

• Approved Nov. 21, 2022 Board of Canvass minutes (4-0)
• Certified Nov. 7, 2023 local election results (4-0)

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

The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board approved the agenda and minutes, and selected 1020 Pear Rd SW as the South Valley holiday tree recycling site. No public comment or new business was presented. The board discussed communications services, including website design and social media management, with costs covered by the board's budget.

• Approved November 17th meeting agenda
• Approved November 3rd meeting minutes
• Selected 1020 Pear Rd SW as South Valley tree recycling site

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

The Bernalillo County Water Protection Advisory Board met and heard updates from partner agencies, including the EPA on the AT&SF Superfund site. The board approved the agenda and the October 13th meeting minutes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational, with the next meeting scheduled for January 12, 2024, to include elections and work plan approval.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 13, 2023 meeting minutes (6 yes, 1 absent, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 12, 2024, with chair/vice-chair elections 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±)

The County Development Review Authority approved five final plats and two sketch plats, and denied two sketch plats (SRP2023-0112 and SRP2023-0114) at the November 16, 2023 meeting. All approved items had concurrence from planning, zoning, fire, natural resource services, and public works. The denied items lacked concurrence from some departments.

• Approved final plat SC2023-0006 (Vista Del Oro, 9 lots, 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0085 (Herbert replat, 279 Vallecitos Rd. SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0094 (NM Girls School, 3 lots, 3409 Pan American Fwy NE)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0100 (Peak subdivision, 60 Headley Rd)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0104 (Ramos replat, 214 Rio Abajo Rd. SW)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0110 (Al-Yasi, 3 lots, 521 NM 217)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0111 (Padilla, 2 lots, 2162 Luchetti Rd. SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0112 (Fuller/Leccia replat, 50 Moon Ranch Rd.)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Finance approved the proposed quarterly investment strategy as presented by the County Treasurer and investment advisor, with a unanimous 5-0 vote. The meeting also included a presentation on property tax collections, gross receipts tax trends, and portfolio performance, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved quarterly investment strategy as outlined (5-0)

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)

The Board of County Commissioners upheld a resolution to demolish an unsafe structure at 1324 Lopez Road and denied an appeal for a special use permit for a winery at 1617 Barcelona Road.

• Approved November 15, 2022, zoning meeting minutes (5-0)
• Denied appeal and upheld Resolution AR 2023-84 for demolition and cleaning of nuisance property at 1324 Lopez Road (5-0)
• Denied appeal and upheld County Planning Commission decision to deny special use permit for winery at 1617 Barcelona Road (5-0)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council unanimously approved a motion to designate the Southwest Indigenous Housing Justice Collective as the subcommittee for Native American Homelessness. The council also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and received updates on housing and homelessness programs, including the Tiny Home Village and veteran housing efforts.

• Approved November 14, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Southwest Indigenous Housing Justice Collective as Native American Homelessness subcommittee (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution supporting the City of Albuquerque's appeal of a court injunction that would allow camping on public property, and accepted $1.5 million in opioid settlement funds from the city for medication-assisted treatment at the Metropolitan Detention Center. The board also approved a $422,031 federal grant for a third school-based mobile health clinic, and a reimbursement resolution to keep parks and open space bond projects funded. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved resolution supporting City of Albuquerque's appeal on encampment injunction (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M opioid settlement funds from City for MAT services at MDC (5-0)
• Approved $422,031 federal grant for third school-based mobile health clinic (5-0)
• Approved reimbursement resolution for parks and open space bond projects (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ordinances 2023-26 and 2023-27 (5-0)
• Approved October 24, 2023 administrative meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved closed meeting statement for November 1, 2023 (5-0)

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

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on November 8, 2023, to consider 11 zoning requests, including conditional uses, variances, and an administrative amendment. The minutes list the agenda items but do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials. Therefore, no substantive outcomes are documented.

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board met but lacked a quorum, so no formal decisions or votes were taken. Members received updates on pediatric fentanyl treatment protocols, a transition of buprenorphine services at the Metropolitan Detention Center to UNMH, and opioid settlement funding allocations.

• No quorum; meeting minutes and agenda not approved
• No formal votes or decisions taken due to lack of quorum

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

The Bernalillo County Audit Committee approved the minutes from the July 27, 2023 meeting and four internal audit reports: FY23 Follow-Up, Risk Management, Compliance Office, and BCSO. All motions were carried unanimously (2-0). The committee also received an internal audit status update and scheduled the next meeting for March 11, 2024.

• Approved minutes of July 27, 2023 meeting (2-0)
• Approved FY23 Follow-Up Audit report (2-0)
• Approved Risk Management audit report (2-0)
• Approved Compliance Office audit report (2-0)
• Approved BCSO audit report (2-0)

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.

The Library Advisory Board approved its agenda and September minutes, heard reports on the Public Library Foundation's $75,000 bequest and upcoming annual appeal, and discussed plans for the legislative session and Library Legislative Day. No formal policy decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved agenda as written
• Approved September 7th minutes as written

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)

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved two preliminary plats for subdivisions, a special use permit for a solar energy operation, and a special use permit for a planned residential development. It also recommended approval of zoning code amendments to allow the Zoning Administrator to approve minor administrative amendments to existing special use permits. Two items—recognition of the City of Albuquerque 2017 Comprehensive Plan and adoption of the Bernalillo County Comprehensive Plan—were continued to the January 3, 2024 hearing.

• Approved 9-lot preliminary plat at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge (SC2023-0006)
• Approved 12-lot preliminary plat at 3410 Gun Club Rd SW (SC2023-0007)
• Approved special use permit for solar power generation, substation, and storage on ~1,139 acres on Pajarito Mesa (CS2023-0010)
• Approved special use permit for planned residential development at 2901 Amalia Rd SW (CS2023-0012)
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendments for Zoning Administrator minor administrative amendments to special use permits (ZTC2023-0001)
• Continued recognition of City of Albuquerque 2017 Comprehensive Plan for 60 days (SPR2023-0003)
• Continued adoption of Bernalillo County Comprehensive Plan for 60 days (SPR2023-0004)

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

The Keep BernCo Beautiful Advisory Board held its first meeting, elected Omega Delgado as chair, and set a recurring meeting schedule. The board discussed a $10,000 budget for initiatives, an Earth Day event, and recruitment for a vacant District 2 seat. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Elected Omega Delgado as Board Chair (motion by Mark Acton, second by Elizabeth Reed)
• Approved meeting agenda for 10/27/2023
• Set recurring meetings for first and third Friday of each month
• Opted to offer in-person meeting option at 415 Alvarado Sq, Albuquerque

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±)

The County Development Review Authority approved three final plats (SRP2023-0036, SRP2023-0074, SRP2023-0109) and denied three sketch plats (SRP2023-0106, SRP2023-0107, SRP2023-0108) at its October 26, 2023 meeting. The denials were based on non-concurrence from planning, zoning, fire, and/or public works departments. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0036 (replat at 4213 Roseberry Rd SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0074 (4-lot subdivision at 868 Tramway Lane Ct NE)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0109 (replat at 2801 Coors Blvd SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0106 (3-lot subdivision on Nizhoni Ct)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0107 (3-lot subdivision at 40 Silver Hills Ln SE)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0108 (replat at 6 Pine Ridge Rd)

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

The Bernalillo County MDC Health Care Authority Board approved a memorandum of understanding with UNM Hospital to spend $503,000 of the $800,000 medical cap settlement funds on improving medical care at the detention center. The board also approved the meeting agenda, the July 13, 2023 minutes, and the 2024 meeting schedule, all by 4-0 votes. A special December meeting was announced to discuss a professional services agreement for buprenorphine treatment services after the current recovery services contract expires in mid-December.

• Approved MOU with UNM Hospital for $503,000 medical cap settlement expenditure (4-0)
• Approved published meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2024 MDC Health Care Authority meeting schedule (4-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Commission approved a resolution opposing New Mexico Gas Company's proposed LNG plant (4-1) and a resolution requesting the Albuquerque City Council defer changes to the Joint Air Quality Control Board (4-1). The board also approved $21.2 million in one-time FY24 appropriations (3-2) and adopted the 2024 capital outlay request (Option B, 3-2).

• Approved resolution opposing New Mexico Gas Company LNG plant (4-1)
• Approved resolution requesting deferral of city's air quality board changes (4-1)
• Approved $21.2M FY24 one-time appropriations (3-2)
• Adopted 2024 capital outlay request Option B (3-2)
• Approved $409,707 for Family Wellness Shelter positions (5-0)
• Approved $5.2M ARPA reallocation for senior housing purchase (5-0)
• Approved $4.8M ARPA funds for Los Vecinos Community Center (5-0)
• Approved $5M ARPA feasibility analysis for Gateway Center and other projects (5-0)

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

The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council approved moving to hybrid meetings and received $560,000 of its $620,000 special reversion funding request. The council also discussed recruiting 4-5 new members and revisiting dormant committees, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved October 12, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 24, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hybrid meeting format for FY24 (unanimous)
• Received $560,000 of $620,000 requested in special reversion funding

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

The board approved the September 18th meeting minutes and amended the current agenda. Members discussed detoxification trends at the Metropolitan Detention Center and construction progress at the CARE Campus. No new policies were enacted during the meeting.

• Approved September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved amended agenda adding Fentanyl Awareness Week and removing Behavioral Health Implementation Plan and Opioid Settlement Funding from old business
• Tabled Metropolitan Detention Center Update due to no representation

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

The Older Americans Advisory Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting. Staff provided updates on the rescheduled Conference on Aging (Nov 13-14, 2023), FY24 budget and contracts, and preparations for the FY25 legislative request. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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

The DSA Advisory Council meeting on October 16, 2023, was primarily informational, with no substantive policy decisions. The council approved the September minutes and the October agenda. Staff provided updates on various programs, including the upcoming Martineztown Multigenerational Center, the reopening of the Bear Canyon kitchen, and a new partnership with Meals on Wheels.

• Approved September minutes (motion by Steve, second by Dub)
• Approved October agenda (motion by Henry, second by Louis)

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

The Board approved the minutes from the September 8, 2023, meeting. Members discussed the 2023 Annual Report and scheduled a work session for November 9 to finalize the document before a planned vote on November 17.

• Approved September 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Scheduled special work session for November 9, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.
• Scheduled regular meeting for November 17, 2023
• Motion to attach only signed public comments to minutes failed (no second)

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

The Board approved a final letter to the Albuquerque City Council, Bernalillo County Commission, and the Water Authority Board concerning PFAS regulations. The letter acknowledges the merit of rulemaking and the need for adequate funding for enforcement. The Board also reviewed updates on stormwater reports and the South Valley Superfund Site.

• Approved agenda with suggested edits
• Approved September 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved motion to draft PFAS regulation letter (5-0)
• Approved and adopted final PFAS regulation letter to City Council, County Commission, and Water Authority Board (5-0)

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

The County Development Review Authority approved 15 final, sketch/final, and sketch plats for subdivisions and replats across Bernalillo County, with most requiring completion by October 26, 2023. Two sketch plats (SRP2023-0099 and SRP2023-0102) were denied at the meeting. One minor action under the Electric System Transmission and Generation Facility Plan was also approved.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0058 (2-lot subdivision, 18008 I40 West Frontage Rd SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0076 (2-lot subdivision, 4 Sedillo Hill Pl)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0077 (replat, 7725 Black Mesa Loop SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0078 (replat, 701 Atrisco Vista Blvd NW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0083 (replat, 204 Tierra Del Sol NW)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0098 (replat, 555 Rio Bravo Blvd SE)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0103 (5-lot subdivision, 4519 Williams St SE)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0099 (4-lot subdivision, 4020 Gun Club Rd SW)

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)

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on October 11, 2023, to consider 16 conditional use, variance, and administrative amendment requests. The minutes list each case but do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials, so the outcomes are not documented in the provided text.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes
• Hearing held for 16 zoning requests (ZA2023-0022 through ZA2023-0106)

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

The Board approved the consent agenda (agenda and September minutes) unanimously. Members heard detailed reports on air quality data from the Atkore fire, discussed a letter to the Director about the fire, and received updates on the replacement hearing officer contract and rulemaking notice. No public comments were given, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Agreed to five-day hearing for AQCB Petition No. 2022-03
• Discussed Atkore fire response and air quality data
• Requested memo from Counsel on board's investigatory authority

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners adopted the Opioid Settlement Funding Policy (AR-2023-105) unanimously (5-0) after an amendment to strike a clause referencing the county manager's recommendation passed 4-1. A second amendment to give the county manager spending flexibility failed 2-3. The board also approved several other items, including a flood damage prevention ordinance update, an industrial revenue bond inducement resolution, and ARPA premium pay funds.

• Adopted Opioid Settlement Funding Policy AR-2023-105 (5-0)
• Approved amendment to strike 'at the recommendation of the county manager' from Section 1 (4-1)
• Rejected amendment to allow county manager spending flexibility (2-3)
• Approved introduction of flood damage prevention ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved introduction of subdivision ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved industrial revenue bond inducement resolution for Project Sunflower (5-0)
• Approved $369,600 intergovernmental agreement with City of Albuquerque for housing program (5-0)
• Approved $708,000 ARPA premium pay for District 2 essential workers (5-0)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council unanimously approved new committee co-chairs, Maria Wolfe (City of Albuquerque) as Chair and Julie Morgas Baca (Bernalillo County) as Vice-Chair. The council also approved two new subcommittees: one for the Community Solutions Built for Zero program and one focusing on Native American homelessness disparities. Updates were given on housing projects, including the Gateway Center and a county property purchase at 4th & Granite.

• Approved new committee co-chairs: Maria Wolfe (Chair) and Julie Morgas Baca (Vice-Chair) (unanimous)
• Approved Community Solutions Built for Zero subcommittee (unanimous)
• Approved subcommittee on Native American homelessness disparities (unanimous)
• Approved October 10, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 (unanimous)

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

The Commission recommended several zone map amendments and zoning code changes to the Board of County Commissioners. It approved one special use permit for an event center and deferred one zoning code amendment for 30 days.

• Recommended approval of zone map amendment from A-2 to SD-E66-CC at 1309 NM 333
• Recommended approval of zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H at 7108 Isleta Blvd. SW
• Approved special use permit for event center and alcohol sales at 1631 Isleta Blvd. SW
• Deferred ZTC2023-0001 regarding Zoning Administrator powers for 30 days
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment to make schools a permissive use in C-1 zones
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendment to add Mobile Food Establishment Courts as permissive in C-1 or higher zones
• Recommended approval of zoning code amendments to Section 20.5 regarding Sector Development Plans

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously recommended relocating the Richard Rocco Memorial Bust from the West Side Community Center to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Angel Fire, New Mexico. The recommendation will go to the County Commission for final approval. The board also discussed gallery submissions, unsolicited proposals, and fundraising but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved September minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended relocation of Richard Rocco Memorial Bust to Angel Fire (unanimous)

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

The Commission held its first in-person meeting since before Covid. Members discussed funding needs for the Mesa Del Sol regional sports complex and received updates on referee abuse and Little League participation.

• Added Ashley Kelsey to the Commission to represent volleyball

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,221,844 purchase of the Questica budget software system (FR 2023-103) and approved several other items including a $39.5M industrial revenue bond for the Marriott Pyramid North Hotel, a food code update allowing raw milk sales, and a $647,092 ARPA premium pay allocation for District 4. The board deferred the FY24 one-time appropriations of $21.2 million (4-1) and two ordinance amendments, and approved a 4% wage increase plus $2,000 one-time payment for AFSCME Local 3908 blue collar foremen.

• Approved $1,221,844 Questica budget software purchase (5-0)
• Deferred $21.2M FY24 one-time appropriations (4-1)
• Approved $39.5M industrial revenue bond for Marriott Pyramid North Hotel (5-0)
• Adopted food code update allowing raw milk sales (5-0)
• Approved $647,092 ARPA premium pay for District 4 essential workers (5-0)
• Approved 4% wage increase + $2,000 one-time payment for AFSCME Local 3908 (5-0)
• Approved FY24 budget adjustments of $242,766,480 (5-0)
• Approved water well fee changes including new penalty fee (5-0)

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

The County Development Review Authority approved two final plats (SRP2023-0053 and SRP2023-0087) and denied three sketch plats (SRP2023-0089, SRP2023-0091, SRP2023-0092). The remaining sketch plats (SRP2023-0090, SRP2023-0093, SRP2023-0094, SRP2023-0095) were approved with requirements for final plat completion due October 12, 2023. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0053 (replat at 134 Hartline Rd SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0087 (replat at 2937 Coors Blvd SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0089 (3-lot subdivision at 7031 Coors Blvd SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0091 (2-lot subdivision at 171 Sundance Kid Rd)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0092 (2-lot subdivision at 955 Montoya Rd NW)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0090 (replat at 5050 Broadway Blvd SE)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0093 (2-lot subdivision at 6981 Isleta Blvd)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0094 (3-lot subdivision at 3409 Pan American Fwy NE)

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

The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and June minutes. The board deferred a report on the UNMH agreement to next month's meeting, heard updates on medical improvements, and discussed adding the number of in-custody deaths to its report to commissioners. Ordinance reports were moved to the consent agenda.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2023 minutes with name correction (unanimous)
• Deferred UNMH agreement report to next month's meeting (unanimous)
• Moved ordinance reports to consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved the August minutes and agenda, heard updates on the Gateway Center, opioid settlement funding, and other programs, and recommended two applicants for board vacancies. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the membership recommendations.

• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved agenda with removal of Conflict of Interest Working Group and addition of ATAB Membership item (motion passed)
• Recommended Ashley Charzuk for Peer Support Specialist vacancy (motion passed)
• Recommended Sherry Weitzen for Family, Pregnancy, Parenting Expertise Representative vacancy (motion passed)

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

The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council met on September 18, 2023, and approved the July minutes and September agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on staff updates, including facility renovations, grant funding, and program activities.

• Approved July minutes (motion by Henry, second by Dub)
• Approved September agenda (motion by Steve, second by Louis)

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

The Board voted to move the HEEI rulemaking hearing from November to December 4-8, 2023, and to hold a final pre-hearing meeting on October 23, 2023, contingent on the new hearing officer's availability. It accepted Hearing Officer Virtue's resignation and appointed retired Judge William Sanchez as his replacement, delegating authority to finalize his hiring. The Board also approved a letter requesting information on the August 6 Atkore fire and regulation development, and adopted revisions to the order delegating authority to the hearing officer.

• Approved agenda change moving item 5.i before 5.c and postponing UNM student presentation (6-0)
• Approved August 9, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (6-0)
• Approved changing hearing date to November 13-16, 2023 for AQCB No. 2023-01 (6-0)
• Approved letter to EHD requesting info on Atkore fire and regulation development (6-0)
• Accepted hearing officer Virtue's resignation and approved finding replacement (6-0)
• Appointed retired Judge William Sanchez as hearing officer (6-0)
• Delegated authority to leadership to finalize hiring of hearing officer (6-0)
• Moved HEEI hearing to December 4-8, 2023 (5-0, 2 absent)

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)

The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on September 13, 2023, to consider 12 land-use requests, including amendments to special use permits, conditional use approvals, and a variance. The minutes list the cases but do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials, indicating the outcomes were not included in the provided text.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes
• Hearing held for 12 zoning requests (ZA2023-0064 through ZA2023-0081)

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

The Bernalillo County Commission approved a project revenue bond of up to $20 million for the La Serena Apartments, a senior affordable housing project on the West Side, and an $8.7 million industrial revenue bond for Johnson Storage & Moving Company. The board also approved the 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan, set 2023 property tax mill rates, and authorized the purchase of a used helicopter for the Sheriff's Department. A transparency portal ordinance was deferred for two weeks.

• Approved $20M project revenue bond for La Serena Apartments (4-0)
• Approved $8.7M industrial revenue bond for Johnson Storage & Moving (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved 2023 property tax mill rates (4-0)
• Approved $7.47M ARPA funding increase for MDC water/sewer project (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of used helicopter for Sheriff's Department (4-0)
• Approved Homewise agreement for sewer/storm drain improvements (4-0)
• Deferred transparency portal ordinance for two weeks (4-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously recommended purchasing four artworks for the 1% for the Arts Collection, totaling $10,865. The board also discussed policies for gallery submissions and the potential relocation of the Richard Rocco memorial bust, with further discussion planned for October.

• Approved agenda as amended to include veterans' proposal for Rocco bust relocation (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of 'Chimeneas de Hadas' by Jessica Lozoya for $1,000 (unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of 'The Age of Water' by Rachel Popowcer for $4,800 (unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of 'Vida Del Sol' by Eric Romero (price not listed) (unanimous)
• Recommended purchase of 'Desert Traveler' by Chad Cleveland for $5,065 (unanimous)

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

The Water Protection Advisory Board approved amended Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) questions for presenters and discussed a letter of support for developing PFAS standards through the Water Quality Control Commission. The board also received updates on local water quality issues, including PFAS monitoring, Kirtland Air Force Base cleanup, and MS4 reporting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved DEI questions for presenters with amendments (unanimous)
• Discussed letter of support for PFAS standards via WQCC (no vote taken)

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

The board postponed discussion of Sheriff John Allen's use of force in detaining a shoplifting suspect until the sheriff is present. Members also discussed how to manage public comments, agreeing to develop a check-off system to acknowledge receipt, and postponed a planned September 16 listening session to a later date.

• Postponed discussion of Sheriff's use of force incident until sheriff present (motion carried)
• Postponed September 16 listening session; to be rescheduled for November or December
• Agreed to develop a check-off system for acknowledging public comments
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2023 meeting (motion carried)

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)

The County Development Review Authority approved two final plats and four sketch plats, all with conditions and requirements due by September 21, 2023. One sketch plat application (SRP2023-0088) was denied. All actions were taken at the September 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0048 (Fierro & Company for Jarson Group) at 7800 Isleta Blvd SW
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0049 (Fierro & Company for Aaron's Perez Collision Center) at 1504 Coors Blvd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0085 (Alpha Pro Surveying for Steven & Amanda Herbert) at 279 Vallecitos Rd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0086 (Fierro & Company for Juan Beltran-Moreno & Dora Martinez) at 3447 Blake Rd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0087 (CSI-Cartesian Surveys for Rodrigo & Ana Guadian) at 2937 Coors Blvd SW
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0088 (JAG Planning for Sammy & Jeanne Martinez) at 2430 Venetian Way SW

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.

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a special use permit for office, warehouse, and contractor's equipment storage with a single-family dwelling at 5721 Edith Blvd. NE, and a zone map amendment from M-H to R-1 at 10426 4th St. NW. It also approved a special use permit for a drainage pond and multi-use trail at 110 Avenida El Tren SE, but denied a special use permit for a winery and single-family dwelling at 1617 Barcelona Rd. SW. The August 2, 2023 minutes were approved.

• Approved special use permit for office, warehouse, contractor's equipment storage, and single-family dwelling at 5721 Edith Blvd. NE
• Approved zone map amendment from M-H to R-1 at 10426 4th St. NW
• Approved special use permit for drainage pond and multi-use trail at 110 Avenida El Tren SE
• Denied special use permit for winery and single-family dwelling at 1617 Barcelona Rd. SW
• Approved August 2, 2023 minutes

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

The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council approved its agenda and June minutes, then unanimously elected Dominic Montoya as Chair and Susan Lewis as Vice Chair for FY24. The council also approved the FY24 meeting schedule with a time change to 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The FY24 goals item was tabled, and staff reported all FY24 contracts executed with a reversion amount of $571,920.66.

• Approved agenda with FY24 goals tabled (unanimous)
• Approved June 8, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Dominic Montoya as Chair and Susan Lewis as Vice Chair for FY24 (unanimous)
• Approved FY24 meeting dates with 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. time slot (unanimous)
• Tabled FY24 goals for next meeting

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

The commission heard a presentation on opioid settlement funds totaling about $146 million for Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, discussed a proposed resolution for joint planning of those funds, and received updates on community engagement and a behavioral health framework. No formal votes were taken on the opioid items; the only action was approval of the May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0).

• Approved May 25, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Heard presentation on opioid settlement allocations totaling $146M for city and county
• Discussed proposed resolution for joint planning of opioid settlement funds
• Received update on community needs assessment for opioid funds
• Discussed facility usage policies between 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±)

The County Development Review Authority denied four sketch plat requests due to non-concurrence from Public Works (DRE, DRAIN) and other agencies, deferred one request, and approved two with requirements for final plat completion by September 7, 2023. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Denied SC2023-0011, 14-lot subdivision in Pajarito Mesa (no vote tally recorded)
• Denied SRP2023-0079, 2-lot subdivision at 6307 Coors Blvd. SW (no vote tally recorded)
• Deferred SRP2023-0080, replat at 5 Fairview Dr. (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved SRP2023-0081, 2-lot subdivision at 539 Niagara Ave. NE, with final plat requirements due Sept 7, 2023
• Denied SRP2023-0082, 2-lot subdivision at 2162 Luchetti Rd. SW (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved SRP2023-0083, replat at 204 Tierra Del Sol NW, with final plat requirements due Sept 7, 2023
• Denied SRP2023-0084, 5-lot subdivision at 7102 Ilfield Rd. SW (no vote tally recorded)

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)

The Bernalillo County Commission approved $666,153 in additional funding for the Veterans Integration Center transitional living campus, created eight new court security officer positions, and introduced updates to the county's nuisance abatement and food codes. The board also deferred two agenda items, including the ARPA project list and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, to future meetings.

• Approved $666,153 for Veterans Integration Center (5-0)
• Created 8 new court security officer positions (5-0)
• Introduced nuisance abatement ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Introduced food code update (5-0)
• Approved $10.7M budget increase for nonprofit capital outlay (5-0)
• Approved industrial revenue bond for Marriott Pyramid North (5-0)
• Deferred ARPA project approvals to future meeting (4-1)
• Deferred 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan to Sept. 12 (4-1)

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.

The Board of Finance approved changes to the County Treasurer's investment policy and gave advice and consent to the proposed quarterly investment strategy. The board also reviewed a treasurer's report showing $19.3 million in investment income for the fiscal year.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved changes to the County Treasurer investment policy (5-0)
• Approved proposed quarterly investment strategy (5-0)

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)

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved the July minutes and an amended agenda. Members heard updates on the opioid settlement funding, the BHI school-based health center RFP, the UNMH contract at MDC, and the CARE Campus. No formal decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (motion by Donald, second by Dr. Doorley)
• Approved agenda with added New Business items (motion by Dr. Doorley, second by Kara)

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

The board approved the July 14, 2023 meeting minutes and tabled discussion of a traffic stop/taser incident, pending review of a comment from the involved deputy. They also scheduled a listening session for September 16 at the South Valley Multipurpose Center and deferred discussion of Sheriff Allen's use of force until he can attend the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 14, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of traffic stop/taser incident until members review officer's comment
• Scheduled listening session for September 16 at South Valley Multipurpose Center
• Deferred discussion of Sheriff Allen's use of force until next meeting with Sheriff present

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners held a special administrative meeting to fill the vacant House District 25 seat. After public comment and candidate presentations, Commissioner Olivas nominated Cristina Parajon, and the board approved her appointment with a 4-1 vote. Commissioner Quezada voted no. The meeting adjourned at 11:12 a.m., with a swearing-in to follow at the candidate's discretion.

• Appointed Cristina Parajon to fill the House District 25 vacancy (4-1)
• Closed nominations after motions for Parajon, Sanchez, Padilla, and Villanueva
• Adjourned the special administrative meeting at 11:12 a.m.

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

The County Development Review Authority approved eight final and sketch plats for subdivisions across Bernalillo County, all with concurrence from relevant departments. One sketch plat, SRP2023-0078 for a 70.21-acre replat at 701 Atrisco Vista Blvd NW, was denied at the meeting. All approved plats have requirements for completion due August 24, 2023.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0051 for 2-lot subdivision at 2430 Venetian Way SW
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0071 for replat at 2141 Wilbur Ave SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0072 for replat at 2816 Viola Dr SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0073 for 2-lot subdivision at 57 Twin Peaks Rd
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0074 for 4-lot subdivision at 868 Tramway Lane Ct NE
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0075 for 4-lot subdivision in Pajarito Mesa
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0076 for 2-lot subdivision at 4 Sedillo Hill Pl
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0077 for replat at 7725 Black Mesa Loop SW

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)

The Board approved a joint motion to extend the pre-hearing process deadline for AQCB Petition No. 2022-3, which seeks to amend Title 20, Chapter 11 of the NMAC to require review of health, environment, and equity impacts. The Board also voted to hold a hearing and approve the proposed order to form for AQCB Petition No. 2023-01, which concerns amending New Motor Vehicle Emission Standards. The consent agenda, including the July 12, 2023 agenda and June 14, 2023 minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (July 12 agenda, June 14 minutes) (7-0)
• Extended pre-hearing process deadline for Petition No. 2022-3 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Held hearing on Petition No. 2023-01, New Motor Vehicle Emission Standards (7-0)
• Approved proposed order to form for Petition No. 2023-01 (7-0)

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)

The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on August 9, 2023, to consider 17 conditional use, variance, and administrative amendment requests. The minutes list each case with its location and request but do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials. The document appears to be a notice of hearing rather than a record of outcomes.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes
• Hearing held for 17 zoning requests (ZA2023-0002 through 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

The Bernalillo County Commission approved amendments to the agenda, including deferring two items: District 2 affordable housing projects (10.B) and the New Mexico Veterans Transitional Living Services Center budget (10.G). The housing deferral passed 3-2, with Commissioners Quezada and Benson voting no. The veterans center deferral passed 4-1, with Commissioner Quezada voting no. The commission also approved the consent agenda, adopted amendments to the transparency portal ordinance, and approved several other resolutions.

• Deferred District 2 affordable housing projects (3-2)
• Deferred Veterans Transitional Living Services Center budget (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda as amended (5-0)
• Adopted transparency portal ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Adopted procurement ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved Sunset Road and Isleta Boulevard revitalization resolution (5-0)
• Approved industrial revenue bond for Oso Negro, LLC (5-0)
• Approved land lease with Albuquerque Sign Language Academy (5-0)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved a motion to designate the NM Coalition to End Homelessness (NMCEH) as the entity to sign the service agreement with Community Solutions for the Built for Zero initiative, with staffing housed at NMCEH and Project ECHO. The council also discussed a draft MOU among the City, County, UNM, and VA, with each contributing $75,000, though the VA currently lacks budget. No formal votes were recorded on the MOU or other items; the meeting was largely updates and discussions.

• Approved motion to designate NMCEH as signatory for Built for Zero service agreement (no opposition)
• Approved August 8, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Delayed transition to new committee co-chairs to next meeting
• Delayed year-in-review and gratitude to next meeting

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously approved Ivan Depeña as the finalist artist for the Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Public Art Project, based on a jury score of 87.1/100. The board also postponed the selection of unsolicited proposals until the September meeting to allow for more information on budget and policies. No public comment was received, and the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved Ivan Depeña as artist for Alvarado Square Public Art Project (unanimous)
• Postponed unsolicited proposals selection to September meeting (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved two special use permits: one for two single-family dwellings at 713 Bear Canyon Rd. NE and one for a wireless telecommunications facility at 2951 Los Padillas Rd. SW. The commission denied an appeal by Isis Cazares regarding conditions on a commercial stables and rodeo arena approval at 3100 Pajarito Rd. SW, and modified those conditions.

• Approved special use permit for two single-family dwellings at 713 Bear Canyon Rd. NE
• Approved special use permit for wireless telecommunications facility at 2951 Los Padillas Rd. SW
• Denied appeal and modified conditions of conditional use approval for commercial stables and rodeo arena at 3100 Pajarito Rd. SW

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)

The County Development Review Authority approved five final plat requests and one sketch plat request. Two sketch plat requests were denied during the meeting.

• Approved final plat for 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW
• Approved final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 7518 Edith Blvd. NE
• Approved final plat for 3-lot subdivision at 781 Mountain Valley Rd
• Approved final plat for replat at 31 Canoncito Vista Rd
• Approved final plat for replat at 2334 Margo Rd SW
• Denied sketch plat for replat at 214 Rio Abajo Rd. SW
• Denied sketch plat for 3-lot subdivision at 495 Frost Rd.
• Approved sketch plat for replat at 2141 Wilbur Ave SW

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

The Bernalillo County Audit Committee approved the minutes from the January 30, 2023 meeting and four internal audit reports covering Payroll and Timekeeping, Human Resources, Public Works Operations & Maintenance, and Parks, Recreation & Open Space. The committee also reviewed the Risk Assessment and Internal Audit Plan for FY23-FY24. All approvals were unanimous with 2-0 votes.

• Approved minutes from January 30, 2023 meeting (2-0)
• Approved Payroll and Timekeeping internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Human Resources internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Public Works Operations & Maintenance internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Parks, Recreation & Open Space internal audit report (2-0)
• Reviewed Risk Assessment and Internal Audit Plan FY23-FY24

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved an interim revision to its Conflict of Interest statement, with a formal vote of 5 in favor and 2 opposed, after County Legal reviewed the proposed language. The board also approved the June 26 meeting minutes with a correction and the agenda with a date update. No other formal decisions were made; several items were discussed or tabled, including the Opioid Settlement Funding update and the Metropolitan Detention Center update.

• Approved revised Conflict of Interest language for interim use (5-2)
• Approved June 26 meeting minutes with correction
• Approved agenda with corrected next meeting date

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

The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council met on July 17, 2023, and approved the May and June minutes as well as the June and July agendas. The meeting included public comments from three residents, introductions of new staff, and updates from center managers and program managers. No formal policy decisions were made beyond the approvals.

• Approved May and June minutes (motion by Henry, second by Dub)
• Approved June and July agendas (motion by Steve, second by Louis)

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

The Board approved the June 9, 2023, meeting minutes and established a four-member subcommittee to draft the annual report. Members discussed an ongoing taser incident investigation and planned a tentative community listening session for September 15.

• Approved June 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Established annual report subcommittee consisting of Chair Jewell, Vice Chair Strongin, Elena Giacci, and Dianne Layden
• Tentatively scheduled community listening session for September 15 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at the South Valley Multicultural Center

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

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center Health Care Authority held its first meeting and unanimously approved its bylaws, a public notice policy, and organizational actions including electing a secretary, obtaining an EIN, establishing a bank account, and appointing Bernalillo County as fiscal agent. The board also authorized execution of a professional services agreement with the University of New Mexico Hospital. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved meeting agenda with amended Item 7 wording and deferred Item 5.B (5-0)
• Adopted MDC Health Care Authority bylaws (5-0)
• Approved policy on public notice of governing board meetings (5-0)
• Elected Dr. Rebecca Fastle as secretary (5-0)
• Authorized chair to obtain employer identification number (5-0)
• Authorized chair to establish bank account (5-0)
• Appointed Bernalillo County as fiscal agent (5-0)
• Authorized professional services agreement with UNM Hospital (5-0)

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

The County Development Review Authority approved four final plats and one sketch/final plat, all with requirements for completion by July 27, 2023. Five sketch plats were denied at the meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0006 (2-lot subdivision at 1340 Mountain Valley Rd.)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0019 (3-lot subdivision at 219 Camino Ocho SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0043 (replat of Tracts 124-A-1 to 124-A-4)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0064 (replat of Railrunner Subdivision, 101 Avenida El Tren SW)
• Denied sketch plat SC2023-0010 (10-lot subdivision at 4420 Ward Dr. SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0063 (2-lot subdivision at 6981 Isleta Blvd.)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0065 (3-lot subdivision at 6225 Coors Blvd.)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0066 (5-lot subdivision at 3406 Lisa Rd. SW)

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

The Board approved extending the prehearing deadline to August 31, 2023, for Petition No. 2022-3, which seeks to amend air quality regulations to require review of health, environment, and equity impacts. The Board also approved a correction to a party's name in an amended order and approved the June 14 meeting minutes with typo corrections. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or discussion-only.

• Extended prehearing deadline to Aug. 31, 2023 (5-0, 1 absent, 1 abstain)
• Approved correcting party name in Amended Order Denying Motion for Stay (7-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes with typo corrections (5-0, 2 abstain)
• Approved July 12, 2023 agenda with change to item 5.c (7-0)

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

The document is a notice of public hearing for the Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator meeting on July 12, 2023, listing 19 agenda items. No decisions, approvals, or denials are recorded in this notice; it only announces the hearing and provides case details. The items include requests for special use permits, variances, and conditional use approvals.

• No decisions recorded; hearing notice only

Older American Advisory Council - Regular Meeting

The Council unanimously approved the FY24 Area Agency on Aging budget, which includes nearly $1 million in additional State funding. Members also approved updated Policies and Procedures, including new guidelines for assisted transportation and travel time reporting.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted the FY24 Area Agency on Aging budget (unanimous)
• Accepted updated Area Agency on Aging Policies and Procedures (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW, but reduced it to 7 lots. It also approved a 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd. and recommended two zone map amendments to the Board of County Commissioners. A special use permit request was deferred to September 6, 2023.

• Approved 7-lot preliminary plat for SC2023-0003 at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW
• Approved 22-lot preliminary plat for SC2022-0002 on Sage Rd.
• Recommended approval of zone map amendment A-1 to R-1 for CZ2023-0007 at 1140 Sunset Rd. SW
• Recommended approval of zone map amendment C-1 and M-H to M-1 for CZ2023-0008 at 5710 Edith Blvd. SE
• Deferred CSU2023-0005 special use permit to September 6, 2023 hearing

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved minutes from May and June meetings, added a fentanyl addendum and outpatient clinic update to the agenda, and re-elected Dr. Rifka Stern as Chair and Dr. Barbara McCrady as Vice Chair unanimously. The board discussed a conflict of interest statement, pending legal review, and noted a working group's recommendations were accepted by the Board of Commissioners. No formal public comments were submitted.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved June 12, 2023 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved agenda with fentanyl addendum and outpatient clinic update (motion passed)
• Re-elected Dr. Rifka Stern as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Dr. Barbara McCrady as Vice Chair (unanimous)

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

The DSA Advisory Council meeting was held on June 26, 2023, but lacked a quorum of seven members, so the May meeting minutes and June agenda were not approved. The meeting included public comments, staff introductions, and reports from various DSA divisions, but no formal decisions were made. The council adjourned at 1:04 PM.

• May meeting minutes not approved due to lack of quorum
• June agenda not approved due to lack of quorum

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

The County Development Review Authority approved six final, sketch/final, preliminary, and sketch plats, and denied five sketch plats. All approved plats have final plat completion requirements due July 13, 2023. The denied plats were denied at the June 22, 2023 CDRA meeting.

• Approved final plat SRP2022-0167 (824 El Serano Ct. SW)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0025 (4618 Clay St. SE)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0028 (8000 Broadway Blvd SE)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0056 (56 Verga Dr.)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0059 (6912 Isleta Blvd. SW)
• Approved preliminary plat SC2023-0007 (3410 Gun Club Rd SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0054 (856 NM 217)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0055 (3401 Pan American Fwy)

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

The Detention Facility Advisory Board approved the agenda, minutes, and ordinance reports (grievance, staffing, population, PREA) unanimously. The board heard updates from the union president, warden, and county manager, including a new K-9 unit, staffing improvements, and the execution of a joint powers agreement with UNMH for healthcare. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 19 and May 17, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved ordinance reports to consent agenda except PREA (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance reports (grievance, staffing, population, PREA) (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved a $4,029,450 contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for a 10-year body-worn camera and technology package for the Sheriff's Office, along with several other major items. The board also adopted a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Albuquerque to create the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative, approved a $2.8M Westside Community Center Park construction contract, and adopted amendments to the county's procurement ordinance.

• Approved $4,029,450 Axon body-worn camera contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative JPA (unanimous)
• Approved $2,799,852 Westside Community Center Park construction (unanimous)
• Adopted procurement ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $14,152,950 FY24 legislative appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved $9.5M FY24 General Fund carryover budget (unanimous)
• Approved $507,737.57 opioid abatement fund budget (unanimous)
• Deferred Parks facility use and fee policy update (3-0)

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

The provided document is a notice of a public hearing scheduled for June 14, 2023. It lists 16 requests for conditional use approvals and administrative amendments, but does not record the outcomes or decisions of the meeting.

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.

The council reviewed a proposal for Project ECHO to coordinate a multi-year homelessness initiative funded by the City, County, and UNM. Members discussed the correlation between housing instability and student academic outcomes, and provided updates on the Gateway facility and the Crisis Triage Center.

• Approved the June 13, 2023 meeting agenda

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

The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board approved the May 12 meeting minutes with corrections and tabled the traffic stop/taser incident agenda item until the Sheriff's Office is ready to comment. The board agreed to keep the item on future agendas until resolved. No public comment was made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved May 12 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Tabled traffic stop/taser incident review until Sheriff's Office ready to comment (unanimous)
• Agreed to keep traffic stop/taser item on future agendas until resolved

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

The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council met on June 8, 2023, but lacked a quorum, so no formal approvals or votes occurred. Members discussed officer elections for August, FY24 meeting dates, and received an update on contract execution and reversion, with reversion estimated under $300,000.

• No decisions made due to lack of quorum
• Officer elections deferred to August 2023
• Survey to be sent for FY24 meeting dates/locations
• FY24 contracts to be routed for July 1, 2023 execution

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

The Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee met on June 8, 2023, and approved the agenda, the April 13, 2023 minutes, and the financial report, all unanimously. The committee also adopted the Open Meetings Resolution for 2023. No officer elections were held due to lack of nominations, and no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted financial report as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted Open Meetings Resolution for 2023 (unanimous)

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±)

The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority reviewed seven subdivision plat requests at its June 8, 2023 meeting. All items received concurrence from Planning, Zoning, Fire, Natural Resource Services, Public Works, and ABCWUA, with no non-concurrences noted. The minutes do not record formal votes or explicit approvals, but list requirements for final plat completion due June 22, 2023.

• Final plat for 4-lot subdivision at 1436 Goff Blvd SW (SRP2023-0041) - requirements set
• Sketch/final plat for replat at 430 Isleta Blvd SW (SRP2023-0052) - requirements set
• Sketch plat for replat at 7800 Isleta Blvd SW (SRP2023-0048) - requirements set
• Sketch plat for replat at 1504 Coors Blvd SW (SRP2023-0049) - requirements set
• Sketch plat for 3-lot subdivision at 781 Mountain Valley Rd (SRP2023-0050) - requirements set
• Sketch plat for 2-lot subdivision at 2430 Venetian Way SW (SRP2023-0051) - requirements set
• Sketch plat for replat at 134 Hartline Rd SW (SRP2023-0053) - requirements set

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

The Bernalillo County Board of County Commissioners held a work session on June 7, 2023, to review recommendations from the Behavioral Health Initiative (BHI) Working Group. The recommendations cover six areas: building a system of care, restructuring the BHI, investing in data infrastructure, increasing funding, developing supportive housing, and improving coordination with the Metropolitan Detention Center. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational, with next steps including potential adoption by the Commission at a later date.

• No formal decisions made; work session only
• Reviewed BHI Working Group recommendations (6 areas)
• Noted next steps: adopt recommendations, hire Deputy County Manager for Behavioral Health, post recommendations online

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a Special Use Permit for a solar power generation, electrical substation, and solar energy storage operation on about 3,567 acres north of I-40 West Frontage Rd. NW and east of Lost Horizon Dr. NW. The commission also recommended approval of a zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H for a 0.6-acre property at 3104 Rosendo Garcia Rd. SW. A preliminary plat request for a 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd. was deferred for 30 days to the July 5, 2023 hearing.

• Approved Special Use Permit for solar technical operation (solar power generation, electrical substation, solar energy storage) on ~3,567 acres
• Recommended to Board of County Commissioners approval of zone map amendment from A-1 to M-H at 3104 Rosendo Garcia Rd. SW
• Deferred preliminary plat for 22-lot subdivision on Sage Rd. to July 5, 2023 hearing

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

The Bernalillo County Commission approved new collective bargaining agreements with the Deputy Sheriff's Association, Court Deputies Association, and IAFF Local 244 firefighters, including wage increases and other changes. The commission also approved a $7.1 million Safe Streets grant for Coors Boulevard improvements, a fire services agreement with Pueblo of Sandia, and several housing-related resolutions.

• Approved BCDSA deputy sheriff contract with wage increases up to 16.73% (5-0)
• Approved BCCDA court deputies contract with 10.3% wage increase (5-0)
• Approved IAFF Local 244 firefighter contract with wage increases up to 8% (5-0)
• Approved $7.1M Safe Streets for All grant for Coors Blvd safety improvements (5-0)
• Approved fire services agreement with Pueblo of Sandia, bringing ~$2M and 21 positions (5-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing non-project revenue bond for 61-unit affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 47 pro rata ordinance for road cost-sharing (5-0)
• Approved renaming South Valley Aquatic Center after Frank J. Gallegos Jr. (5-0)

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

The County Development Review Authority approved four requests for final plats and one request for a preliminary plat. Two requests for sketch plats in the South West area were denied.

• Approved Final Plat SRP2022-0157 for 9700 Elena Dr. NE
• Approved Final Plat SRP2022-0161 for 7626 Edith Blvd. NE
• Approved Final Plat SRP2023-0034 for 10153 Edith Blvd
• Approved Final Plat SRP2023-0045 for 9417 Rio Grande Blvd NW
• Approved Preliminary Plat SC2023-0006 for 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge
• Denied Sketch Plat SRP2023-0046 for 6916 Ray Ln. SW
• Denied Sketch Plat SRP2023-0047 for 6040 Douglas Rd. SW

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

The commission approved the March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0) and received informational presentations on state behavioral health funding and the Handle with Care program. No substantive policy decisions were made; items 5.B and 5.C were deferred to the August meeting.

• Approved March 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Deferred items 5.B and 5.C to August meeting

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)

The Board approved using $580,000 in one-time opioid settlement funds to continue the buprenorphine medication-assisted treatment program at the Metropolitan Detention Center through December 2023. The board also approved the reappointment of Kitty Richards to the Air Quality Control Board (3-2) and approved the county assessor's property valuation maintenance plan. A proposal to appoint Commissioner Barboa as a liaison for a new deputy county manager position was approved after amendments clarifying it does not include hiring authority.

• Approved $580,000 in opioid settlement funds for MDC buprenorphine program (unanimous)
• Approved Kitty Richards reappointment to Air Quality Control Board (3-2)
• Approved assessor's property valuation maintenance plan and budget request (unanimous)
• Approved AR 2023-60 updating assessor certification pay rates (5-0)
• Approved Commissioner Barboa as behavioral health liaison to county manager, amended to exclude hiring authority (4-1)
• Approved May 9, 2023 administrative meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including North Valley Aquatic Center construction (5-0)
• Deferred Item 9.B to first June meeting (4-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Finance approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting and gave advice and consent to the proposed quarterly investment strategy as outlined in the board of finance report. The board also received a presentation on the third quarter fiscal year 2023 investment report, including property tax collections, portfolio balances, and recommendations from the investment advisor. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 21, 2023 board of finance meeting (4-0)
• Approved quarterly investment strategy as outlined in board of finance report (4-0)

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.

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved a motion recommending that Monet Silva, as executive director of the New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness, sign the service agreement for the Built for Zero initiative, with the agreement to be cleaned up before signing. The council also approved the meeting agenda and the April 11, 2023 minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of updates and discussions.

• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Monet Silva sign Built for Zero service agreement (motion seconded by Commissioner Barboa)

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

The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board approved Advisory Opinion AO2023-001, concluding that individual donor James Long is not a restricted donor despite his affiliation with a business entity seeking LEDA/IRB approval. The board also approved the April 20, 2023 minutes, tabled the February 13, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum, and appointed a subcommittee to review the Code of Conduct for potential amendments.

• Approved May 18, 2023 agenda with amendment to make Item 6 a discussion item (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of February 13, 2023 minutes due to lack of quorum (unanimous)
• Approved April 20, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Advisory Opinion AO2023-001, concluding James Long is not a restricted donor (unanimous)
• Appointed subcommittee to review Code of Conduct for proposed amendments

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

The Bernalillo County Audit Committee approved minutes from the January 30, 2023 meeting and three internal audit reports: Public Information Requests, Treasurer’s Office, and Unclaimed/Indigent Cremation Program. All motions carried 2-0. The committee also received an internal audit status update and scheduled the next meeting for July 27, 2023.

• Approved minutes from January 30, 2023 meeting (2-0)
• Approved Public Information Requests internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Treasurer’s Office internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Unclaimed/Indigent Cremation Program internal audit report (2-0)

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved minutes and agenda, heard a presentation on Serenity Mesa's youth treatment services, and voted to reappoint three members whose terms had expired. The board also discussed opioid settlement funding and proposed forming a committee to develop a comprehensive spending plan.

• Approved minutes from April 17, 2023 meeting
• Approved agenda with change in order and addition of fentanyl awareness update
• Reappointed Dr. Stern as Community Based Provider Private Practice
• Reappointed Dr. Taneja as Community Based Provider Community Health Center
• Reappointed Donald Hume as Peer Support Specialist
• Tabled discussion of ATAB Goals & Feedback

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

The DSA Advisory Council meeting was called to order and approved the April minutes and May agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports and updates on center activities, grants, and programs.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Approved May meeting agenda

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.

The Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board approved its April 14 minutes and added two new business items: a traffic stop/taser incident and a student patch design program. The taser incident was deferred to the next meeting because it is under investigation. The board also heard updates on Axon equipment procurement and behavioral health training.

• Added traffic stop/taser incident to agenda (motion carried)
• Added student patch design program to agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 14 meeting minutes (motion carried)

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

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from the April meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of agency updates, presentations on PFAS and water reuse regulations, and public comments.

• Approved meeting agenda with edits (6-0)
• Approved corrected April meeting minutes (6-0)

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

The County Development Review Authority reviewed six subdivision plats (three final, three sketch) at its May 11, 2023 meeting. All items received concurrence from planning, zoning, fire, natural resources, public works, and ABCWUA, with no non-concurrences recorded. The minutes do not state explicit votes or final approvals; they list requirements for final plat completion due May 25, 2023.

• Reviewed final plat for replat of Tracts A-1/A-2 at 1328 NM 333 (SRP2022-0139) - concurrence noted
• Reviewed final plat for 2-lot subdivision at 119 Skyland Blvd (SRP2022-0154) - concurrence noted
• Reviewed final plat for 8-lot subdivision at 250 Entranosa Rd (SRP2023-0022) - concurrence noted
• Reviewed sketch plat for replat of Tracts 124-A-1 to A-4 in South Valley (SRP2023-0043) - concurrence noted
• Reviewed sketch plat for 4-lot subdivision at 6912 Isleta Blvd SW (SRP2023-0044) - concurrence noted
• Reviewed sketch plat for replat at 9417 Rio Grande Blvd NW (SRP2023-0045) - concurrence noted

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

The Board approved a draft order delegating authority to a hearing officer for the Health, Environment and Equity rulemaking, setting a July 30 deadline for pre-hearing negotiations. The Board also approved a 72-hour deadline for filing briefings before meetings and approved the Final 2021 Regional Sulfur Dioxide Emissions Report. A motion to amend a previous dismissal order in the New Mexico Terminal Services case was approved, and the appointment of a court reporter was tabled pending further discussion.

• Approved amended order for NMTS dismissal case (6-0)
• Approved delegation of authorities order for Health, Environment and Equity rulemaking (6-0)
• Approved 72-hour deadline for filing briefings before meetings (6-0)
• Approved update to Board’s Rulemaking Process Guidebook (6-0)
• Approved Final 2021 Regional Sulfur Dioxide Emissions Report (6-0)
• Tabled appointment of court reporter for rulemaking proceeding

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)

The Bernalillo County Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on May 10, 2023, to consider 11 requests, including conditional use approvals for RVs, carports, accessory buildings, mobile homes, a home occupation, a variance, and an administrative amendment. The minutes list the agenda items but do not record any decisions, approvals, or denials.

• No decisions recorded in minutes; hearing agenda only

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

The board approved construction of Fire Station 37 at Atrisco Vista and Central, the county's first new district fire station in 30 years, with a 5-0 vote. It also approved the FY2023 third-quarter budget reconciliation, including $3.18M in one-time appropriations and new positions, and authorized the Atrisco Heritage/118th Street/Dennis Chavez intersection improvements. Several proclamations were issued, and two UNMH Board of Trustees appointments were approved (4-1 each).

• Approved Fire Station 37 construction at Atrisco Vista and Central (5-0)
• Approved FY2023 Q3 budget reconciliation with $3,175,767 in appropriations (5-0)
• Approved 4 new IT cybersecurity positions funded by ARPA (5-0)
• Approved 4 new Sheriff's Office positions (5-0)
• Approved $2,953,404 opioid abatement settlement revenue recording (5-0)
• Approved Atrisco Heritage/118th Street/Dennis Chavez intersection improvements (5-0)
• Reappointed Trey Hammond to UNMH Board of Trustees (4-1)
• Appointed Dr. Angali Taneja to UNMH Board of Trustees (4-1)

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)

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 30-lot major subdivision at 125 Prestige Drive, a special use permit for a yard and garden business at 319-323 Osuna Road NE with a seven-year term, a special use permit for office/warehouse and trailer/vehicle storage at 12451-12453 North Highway 14, and a zone map amendment from SD-IVC to C-1 for 1631 Isleta Boulevard SW. The commission also deferred one case (SC2022-0002) for 30 days and approved the April 5, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Approved preliminary plat for 30-lot subdivision at 125 Prestige Drive (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit CSU2022-0013 for yard/garden business at 319-323 Osuna Rd NE with 7-year term (3-1)
• Approved special use permit CSU2023-0003 for office/warehouse and trailer/vehicle storage at 12451-12453 N Hwy 14 (unanimous)
• Approved zone map amendment CZ2023-0005 from SD-IVC to C-1 at 1631 Isleta Blvd SW (unanimous)
• Deferred case SC2022-0002 for 30 days
• Approved April 5, 2023 meeting minutes (with one abstention)

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously approved $250 stipends for six student photographs selected from the Focus on Youth exhibit. The board also heard a presentation on the Isleta Reconstruction Project, discussing potential public art opportunities, and reviewed subcommittee goals and project updates.

• Approved $250 stipends for six student photographs (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April minutes (unanimous)

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±)

The County Development Review Authority reviewed eight plat requests. Four requests were denied, while others moved forward with requirements for final plat completion due by May 11, 2023.

• Approved Final Plat for 3115 Avanzando Rd SW (SC2022-0005)
• Approved Sketch/Final Plat for 2228 Kelly Ave. SW (SRP2023-0038)
• Approved Sketch Plat for 4213 Roseberry Rd SW (SRP2023-0036)
• Denied Sketch Plat for 2141 Wilbur Ave SW (SRP2023-0037)
• Approved Sketch Plat for 7518 Edith Blvd. NE (SRP2023-0039)
• Denied Sketch Plat for Broadway Blvd. SW (SRP2023-0040)
• Approved Sketch Plat for 1436 Goff Blvd. SW (SRP2023-0041)
• Denied Sketch Plat for 4410 Coors Blvd. SW (SRP2023-0042)

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)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2024 budget totaling $975,153,280, which includes a $403,708,763 general fund budget and 58 new positions. The board also unanimously approved a joint powers agreement with the University of New Mexico to create the Metropolitan Detention Center Health Authority, which will manage medical and behavioral health services for inmates. An ordinance regulating the purchase of secondhand catalytic converters was adopted, and a $1 million opioid settlement funding request for fentanyl prevention was deferred.

• Approved FY24 budget of $975,153,280, including $403,708,763 general fund (unanimous)
• Approved joint powers agreement creating MDC Health Authority with UNM (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2023-11 regulating secondhand catalytic converter purchases (unanimous)
• Approved $450,000 for Sheriff's Office Community Assistance and Supports Team (unanimous)
• Approved $2,328,386 in ARPA funds for MDC lagoon decommission/sewer connectivity (unanimous)
• Approved $2,018,058 for APIC Custody Protect inmate monitoring system (unanimous)
• Deferred $1 million opioid settlement funding for fentanyl prevention (unanimous)
• Approved nuisance abatement demolition at 857 Dolly Ave SW (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners denied two appeals of nuisance abatement hearing officer recommendations, upholding orders to enter, demolish unsafe structures, and remove nuisances from two properties. The board also approved a plan amendment and a related zone change for a church property on Blake Road SW, and approved the minutes of the November 15, 2022 zoning meeting.

• Approved minutes of Nov 15, 2022 zoning meeting (5-0)
• Approved AR 2023-43, amending Isleta Boulevard Village Center Sector Development Plan to expand boundary to include 1534 Blake Rd SW (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-8, zone change to SD-IMU for 1534 Blake Rd SW (5-0)
• Denied appeal ENFC2022-1054, upholding nuisance abatement order for property on Pajarito Mesa (5-0)
• Denied appeal ENFC2022-0502, upholding AR 2023-05 for property at 706 Bear Canyon Ln (5-0)

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

The board approved the organization's IRS Tax Form 990. During the presentation, it was noted that $8 million previously transferred to the nonprofit for a multi-family complex was returned to the county's behavioral health GRT fund due to property tax implications.

• Approved January 10, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved IRS Tax Form 990 for the affordable housing nonprofit (5-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board elected Martha Brown as Chair and Ralph Wrons as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The board approved the agenda and FY23 quarterly reports, but tabled approval of February minutes due to an abstention causing no quorum. No action was taken on advisory opinion AO2023-001 or litigation updates.

• Approved April 20, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Martha Brown as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ralph Wrons as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of February 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY23 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter reports (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for attorney-client privileged discussion (unanimous)
• No action taken on AO2023-001
• No action taken on pending litigation update

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved a motion to use Opioid Settlement Funding to continue buprenorphine services at the Metropolitan Detention Center, addressing a funding gap. The board also heard a presentation on a new opioid specialty court diversion program and received updates on the CARE Campus and Recovery Services of New Mexico. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to use Opioid Settlement Funding for buprenorphine services at MDC (motion by Dr. Duhigg, seconded by Dr. Stern, passed)
• Approved minutes from March 20, 2023 (motion by Daniel Duhigg, seconded by Matt McDonald, passed)
• Approved agenda (motion by Dr. Stern, seconded by Dr. McCrady, passed)

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

The Bernalillo County Senior Affairs Advisory Council approved the March minutes with corrections and the April agenda. Staff reported a 90% reduction in the Home Services waiting list after a revamp, with painting eliminated and seasonal yard work prioritized. The council also heard updates on center activities, grants, and program changes.

• Approved March minutes with corrections to attendance
• Approved April agenda
• Home Services revamp: 90% waiting list reduction, painting eliminated, seasonal yard work prioritized

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

The board approved the minutes from the March 10th meeting with one correction. Members discussed the potential acquisition of Axon body camera technology and the goals of the new Behavioral Health Compliance Manager.

• Approved March 10th meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The Water Protection Advisory Board approved a letter to the City Council, County Commission, and Water Authority Board regarding the Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility site cleanup. The board also received updates on stormwater infrastructure and environmental sampling.

• Approved April 14, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved edits to and distribution of letter regarding Kirtland Air Force Base Bulk Fuels Facility site cleanup (Unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County DWI Planning Council met on April 13, 2023, but lacked a quorum, so no formal votes or approvals occurred. The agenda and previous minutes were not approved. The council introduced new members and staff, discussed upcoming changes, and moved several items to the next meeting.

• Agenda approval not motioned due to lack of quorum
• Minutes approval not motioned due to lack of quorum
• ISR Evaluation Presentation moved to June 8, 2023 meeting
• All other items moved to next meeting agenda

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

The County Development Review Authority approved final plats for three replats, a preliminary plat for a 22-lot subdivision, and two sketch plats, all with concurrence from relevant departments. Two sketch plats were denied due to non-concurrence from Fire and Public Works (DRE). A minor action for a special project review was approved.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0011 (replat of Lots 31-32, North Albuquerque Acres)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0020 (replat of Lots 26-27, The Woodlands)
• Approved final plat SRP2023-0026 (replat of Lots 15-16, Josephine Addition)
• Approved preliminary plat SC2023-0004 (22-lot subdivision, Sabra Ranch)
• Approved sketch plat SC2023-0007 (12-lot subdivision, Mikay Lannavistas)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0032 (6-lot subdivision, 5025 Coors Blvd SW)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0033 (2-lot subdivision, 60 Headley Rd)
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0034 (replat, 10153 Edith Blvd)

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.

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on April 12, 2023, to consider seven conditional use and administrative amendment requests. No decisions were recorded in the minutes; the document serves as a notice of hearing and lists the applications to be considered.

• No decisions recorded; hearing notice only

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved its April 11, 2023 agenda and the March 14, 2023 meeting minutes. The meeting consisted primarily of updates and discussions, with no formal votes on substantive policies. Key updates included the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative's progress on a joint powers agreement, a new affordable housing project (Calle Cuarta) with county support, and state capital outlay funding for various housing initiatives.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved March 14, 2023 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)

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a three-lot subdivision at 3115 Avanzando Road SW and a zone map amendment from C-1 to C-LI at 7000 Second Street NW. Two agenda items were deferred for 30 days: SC2022-0009 (preliminary plat) and CSU2023-0003 (special use), both due to notification or staffing issues. The meeting also included approval of the March 1 transcript and a farewell to Commissioner Bret Blanchard.

• Approved preliminary plat SC2022-0005 for a 3-lot subdivision at 3115 Avanzando Road SW (unanimous)
• Approved zone map amendment CZ2023-0004 from C-1 to C-LI at 7000 Second Street NW (unanimous)
• Deferred SC2022-0009 (preliminary plat) for 30 days due to notification issues (unanimous)
• Deferred CSU2023-0003 (special use) for 30 days due to planner illness and submittal issues (unanimous)
• Approved the March 1, 2023 meeting transcript (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously approved the selection committee's recommendation of Ray King, Ivan Depeña, and Laura Haddad/Tom Drugan as semi-finalists for the Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Public Art Project. The board also approved the agenda as amended, the March minutes, and discussed subcommittee goals and priorities, including plans to develop an executive summary for an ordinance update and to add board member biographies to the website. No public comment was received.

• Approved semi-finalists Ray King, Ivan Depeña, and Laura Haddad/Tom Drugan for Alvarado Square project (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended to move project updates and action items before public comment (unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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)

The Board approved four ordinance amendments updating technical standards for water conservation, floods, roads/bridges, and subdivisions, including a new maximum annual water requirement of 0.3 acre-feet per parcel (amended from the proposed 0.25). The board also approved the 2023 federal legislative priorities, a $740,260 extension for the Winter Wellness Hotel, and a $1 million increase for small behavioral health provider grants. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved ordinance 2023-4 through 2023-7 updating technical standards (4-0)
• Amended water-use requirement to 0.3 acre-feet per parcel in ordinance 2023-7 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 federal legislative priorities and spending requests (4-0)
• Approved notice of intent for Calle Cuarta affordable housing tax exemption (4-0)
• Approved $740,260 extension for Winter Wellness Hotel (4-0)
• Approved $1 million increase for small provider behavioral health grants (4-0)
• Approved technical standards update (AR 2023-41) (4-0)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible accounts (AR 2023-42) (4-0)

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)

The Bernalillo County Development Review Authority reviewed 10 plat requests, approving most with conditions and requirements for final plat completion due April 13, 2023. One sketch plat (SRP2023-0024) was denied at the meeting. All other items received concurrence from relevant departments.

• Approved final plat SRP2022-0162 for replat at 10508 2nd St NW
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0030 for 5-lot subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd SE
• Approved preliminary plat SC2023-0003 for 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd SW
• Approved sketch plat SC2023-0006 for 9-lot subdivision at 17 Thunder Hawk Ridge
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0024 for replat at 2334 Margo Rd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0025 for replat at 4618 Clay St SE
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0026 for replat at 1621 Hooper Rd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0027 for replat at 134 Hartline Rd SW

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

The commission approved a $1 million increase to the behavioral health initiative's capital and start-up funding for small providers, bringing the total to $2 million. It also approved a $740,260 extension of the Bernalillo County Winter Wellness Hotel for six months to house remaining families. Both motions passed unanimously (6-0).

• Approved $1M increase for small behavioral health provider funding (6-0)
• Approved $740,260 extension of Winter Wellness Hotel for six months (6-0)
• Approved February 23, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

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

The DSA Advisory Council meeting was largely procedural, approving the February minutes and March agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made. Reports were given on center activities, the VIA program, and division updates.

• Approved February minutes
• Approved March agenda

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board reviewed the County's $3M opioid settlement funding distribution, including $1M for fentanyl awareness, $1M for MDC, and $1M for DBHS/BHI, with details on Narcan purchases and provider grants. The board also heard updates on the CARE Campus youth detox center expansion and the new MDC medical contract, which includes MAT language. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board approved the February minutes and agenda with an added orientation item.

• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (motion by Dr. Doorley, second by Dr. Stern)
• Approved agenda with added orientation for new ATAB members (motion by Dr. Stern, second by Karen)
• Tabled discussion on housing issues
• Filled all board vacancies; orientation to be coordinated by Chair/Vice Chair

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Registration voted 4-0 to approve the cancellation of 31,901 voter registrations as part of the National Voter Registration Act process. The list was reduced from an initial 31,975 after 74 records were updated, transferred, or removed due to death or ineligibility. The board also approved the minutes of the February 16 meeting as amended.

• Approved minutes of February 16 meeting as amended (4-0)
• Approved cancellation of 31,901 voter registrations (4-0)
• Excused member Nancy Robinson from voting due to absence

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

The Detention Facility Advisory Board approved the agenda and February minutes, and moved three routine reports to the consent agenda. The board deferred the legislation status report to next month and received updates on recruitment, medical services, and facility operations. No formal decisions were made on policy or contracts.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 15, 2023 minutes with correction of 'Ortez' to 'Ortiz' (unanimous)
• Deferred legislation status report to next meeting
• Moved Grievance, Staffing, and MDC Population reports to consent agenda (majority, with one member abstaining due to driving)

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

The board approved a $7.4M settlement with the New Mexico Department of Transportation to repay proceeds from a 1990s sale of excess right-of-way on Paseo del Norte, resolving a long-standing federal funding issue. It also approved a $12.575M settlement with AFSCME Local 2499 for unpaid pay raises to about 700 current and former jail employees, paid in three annual installments. The board denied an appeal to demolish a fire-damaged commercial building on Bridge Boulevard, upholding the nuisance abatement order. A resolution to join the Coalition of Sustainable Communities passed 4-1, with Commissioner Benson dissenting.

• Approved $7.4M settlement with NMDOT for Paseo del Norte right-of-way sale (5-0)
• Approved $12.575M AFSCME Local 2499 settlement for unpaid jail pay raises (5-0)
• Denied appeal, upheld nuisance abatement for Bridge Boulevard building (5-0)
• Approved membership in Coalition of Sustainable Communities (4-1)
• Introduced secondhand catalytic converter purchase ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted GO Bond Series 2023 ordinance, up to $17.93M (5-0)
• Certified Rio Grande Trail alignment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including various resolutions and ordinance (5-0)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved a motion to work with Community Solutions on technical assistance without an MOU, and approved a separate motion for Elizabeth Holguin to begin the MOU process with Community Solutions, with an update expected at the next meeting. The council also discussed action items from a February retreat, including engaging Native American representatives and considering APS as a member. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved working with Community Solutions on technical assistance (motion by Carol Pierce, seconded by Julie Morgas Baca)
• Approved Elizabeth Holguin starting the MOU process with Community Solutions, with an update next month (motion by Julie Morgas Baca, seconded by Carol Pierce)
• Approved the March 14, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved the February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

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

The Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board held a regular meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed the county's code of conduct for volunteers, particularly regarding potential conflicts of interest in hiring recommendations. The Sheriff confirmed that a deputy's political comments during an arrest were addressed with rank-and-file staff, reminding them of professionalism standards in the standard operating procedures.

• Approved minutes from February 17th meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed SOARB code of conduct and conflict-of-interest rules; no action taken
• Discussed deputy political comments during arrest; Sheriff confirmed matter addressed internally
• Discussed body-worn camera contract issues; no action taken
• Scheduled next meeting for April 14, 2023

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

The Water Protection Advisory Board unanimously approved its 2022 annual report and cover letter, an open meetings resolution, and the November and January meeting minutes. The board also voted to form a committee to draft a letter to the County Commission, City Council, and Water Authority boards urging action on the Kirtland Air Force Base fuel spill cleanup. No public comments were received, and the meeting adjourned at 10:26 am.

• Approved March 10, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended November 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous, Glass abstained)
• Approved WPAB Open Meetings Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved WPAB 2022 Annual Report and Cover Letter (unanimous)
• Approved motion to convene committee to draft letter on KAFB fuel spill (4 yes, 1 no vote cast)

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±)

The Authority reviewed and concurred with seven requests for final, sketch, or sketch/final plats. All seven proposals received concurrence from Planning, Zoning, Fire, Natural Resource Services, Public Works, and ABCWUA.

• Concurred with Final Plat SRP2023-0009 for 2945 Coors Blvd NW
• Concurred with Sketch/Final Plat SRP2023-0021 for 11701 San Rafael Ave NE
• Concurred with Sketch Plat SRP2023-0018 for 6 Buffalo Ally Pl.
• Concurred with Sketch Plat SRP2023-0019 for 219 Camino Ocho SW
• Concurred with Sketch Plat SRP2023-0020 for 23 South Mountain Ct
• Concurred with Sketch Plat SRP2023-0022 for 250 Entranosa Rd
• Concurred with Sketch Plat SRP2023-0023 for 1300 Los Picaros Rd. SE

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.

The board approved the meeting agenda and February minutes via a 5-0 vote. It tabled action on selecting a hearing officer for the upcoming rulemaking hearing, with no decision made. Nominations for chair and vice chair were accepted, with the election scheduled for the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda and Feb. 8 minutes) (5-0)
• Tabled hearing officer selection for rulemaking hearing
• Accepted nominations for chair and vice chair; election set for next meeting

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.

The minutes are a notice of public hearing for four zoning requests scheduled for March 8, 2023. No decisions were made in this document; it only lists the cases to be considered.

• No decisions recorded; hearing notice only

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

The board recommended six artworks from the Metro Art Exhibit for purchase awards of $250 each to be added to the 1% for the Arts collection. The board also discussed subcommittee goals and provided updates on several public art projects.

• Recommended six Metro Art Exhibit artworks for $250 purchase awards (Unanimous)
• Approved February meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Postponed Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square Jurying vote until April

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)

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved all four substantive items on the agenda. It approved a sector plan boundary amendment and a zone change for a property at 1534 Blake Road SW, a zone change for a church property on NM 333, and a zone change for a vacant tract near I-40 and Cerro Colorado Road. The commission also approved a street name change appeal, naming an unnamed access easement 'Old Canoncito Road' after a compromise was reached during the meeting. One agenda item, CSU2023-0003, was deferred for 30 days.

• Approved SPR2023-0001, Isleta Boulevard and Village Center Sector Development Plan boundary amendment (unanimous)
• Approved CZ2023-0001, zone change to SD-IMU at 1534 Blake Road SW (unanimous)
• Approved CZ2023-0002, zone change from A-2 to SD-E66-CC for church property on NM 333 (unanimous)
• Approved CZ2023-0003, zone change from A-1 to WC-CLI for vacant tract near I-40 and Cerro Colorado Road (unanimous)
• Approved BA2023-0001/SNC2023-0007, street name change appeal, naming unnamed easement 'Old Canoncito Road' (unanimous)
• Deferred CSU2023-0003 for 30 days

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

The provided document contains the meeting agenda and the mission statement of the Advisory Council, but does not include the minutes of the proceedings. No decisions, votes, or outcomes are recorded.

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

The commission elected Adriann Barboa as Chair and Tammy Fiebelkorn as Vice Chair for 2023. Members voted to change the meeting frequency to every other month and approved the 2023 Open Meetings Act Resolution.

• Approved August 25, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Elected Commissioner Adriann Barboa as Chair (8-0)
• Elected Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn as Vice Chair (8-0)
• Approved changing meeting schedule to every other month (7-0)
• Approved 2023 Open Meetings Act Resolution (7-0)

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)

The County Development Review Authority denied two final plats (Harrison School replat and North Albuquerque Acres replat) and approved or conditionally approved several other plats, including a four-lot subdivision at 5000 118th St. SW and a 22-lot subdivision at Sabra Ranch. One sketch plat was tabled pending additional review from the Fire Department.

• Denied final plat for Harrison School replat at 3912 Isleta Blvd. SW (SRP2022-0143)
• Denied sketch plat for replat at 11701 San Rafael Ave NE (SRP2023-0015)
• Approved final plat for Mountain Ranch replat at 108 Raindance Rd (SRP2022-0165) with requirements due March 9, 2023
• Approved final plat for 4-lot subdivision at 5000 118th St. SW (SRP2023-0002) with requirements due March 9, 2023
• Approved sketch/final plat for replat at 1430 Corfield Pl. SW (SRP2023-0016) with requirements due March 9, 2023
• Tabled sketch plat for 22-lot subdivision at 20 Sabra Ranch Pl (SC2023-0004) pending Fire review
• Approved sketch plat for 5-lot subdivision at 8000 Broadway Blvd. SE (SRP2023-0017) with requirements due March 9, 2023

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners adopted a new ordinance creating an automated speed enforcement program, to be run by Public Works in cooperation with the Sheriff's Office. The board also approved a 6% increase in solid waste fees and passed a resolution of intent to create the Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative with the City of Albuquerque. Several proclamations were issued, including for Fentanyl Awareness Day and the retirement of Balloon Fiesta's executive director.

• Adopted Ordinance 2023-2 creating automated speed enforcement program (5-0)
• Approved 6% solid waste fee increase, effective with new fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved AR 2023-26, resolution of intent for Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including appointments and routine items (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2023 administrative meeting minutes (5-0)
• Deferred Peggy Star appeal of AR 2022-136 to March 14, 2023 meeting
• Approved agenda changes, moving Fentanyl Awareness Day proclamation to Item 4.B (5-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Finance unanimously approved the proposed quarterly investment strategy as outlined in the board of finance report, and reappointed Commissioner Benson to the investment committee for the rest of the calendar year. The meeting also included a presentation on the treasurer's quarterly report, covering property tax collections, investment portfolio performance, and compliance.

• Approved November 15, 2022 board of finance meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved proposed quarterly investment strategy as outlined in board of finance report (5-0)
• Reappointed Commissioner Benson to investment committee for rest of calendar year (5-0)

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved the January meeting minutes and the February agenda. Members discussed the $3M opioid settlement funding allocation, the upcoming termination of the MDC medical contract with YesCare and transition to UNMH, and the status of the City/County Joint Strategic Plan, which is on hold pending a county working group. The board also nominated Paul Chavez for a housing/homelessness expertise position and tabled discussions on pregnant/post-partum women and housing issues.

• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved February 20, 2023 agenda
• Nominated Paul Chavez for Housing/Homelessness Expertise Representative position
• Tabled discussion on needs of pregnant/post-partum women with addictions
• Tabled discussion on housing issues

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

The board approved the minutes from the January 20th meeting. Members discussed body camera hardware issues, potential new meeting venues to reach more communities, and public concerns regarding religious and political imagery on a new memorial wall.

• Approved January 20th meeting minutes

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Registration met to review a list of 31,975 inactive voters for potential cancellation under the National Voter Registration Act. No voters were removed at this meeting; the board will take action at a follow-up meeting on March 15, 2023. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed a proposed board composition change.

• Approved minutes from 2021 (4-0)
• Retained John Doran as chair (4-0)
• Reviewed 31,975 voter cancellation list; no action taken
• Discussed replacing J.D. Doran with Maurreen Skowran; no formal action

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

The Bernalillo County Detention Facility Advisory Board approved the agenda and January minutes, and created a sub-committee to prepare the annual report to county commissioners. The board also discussed legislative updates, including House Bill 399's impact on restricted housing, and heard that UNMH has preliminarily agreed to be the medical provider at MDC. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 18, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Created sub-committee for annual report to commissioners
• Moved ordinance reports to consent agenda except PREA report (unanimous)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved a motion to support the Albuquerque-Bernalillo County Joint Capital Outlay Request for Housing for the 2023 Legislative Session, seeking $50 million split between the city and county to purchase land for housing. The motion was made by County Manager Julie Morgas Baca, seconded by Councilor Isaac Benton, and passed unanimously. The council also approved the meeting agenda and the January 10 meeting minutes, and discussed updates on the HCC retreat, a resources booklet, and various committee activities.

• Approved motion to support joint capital outlay request for $50M housing funding (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes

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

The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board dismissed a complaint against Commissioner Adriann Barboa, finding no financial interest or appearance of impropriety in her vote to fill a House District 16 vacancy, but offered an advisory opinion on conflict disclosure. The board also dismissed part of a complaint against Commissioner Debbie O'Malley regarding language between commissioners, but sanctioned her for conduct toward an employee, Joe Noriega, citing a power imbalance. Both dismissals and the sanction were unanimous.

• Dismissed complaint SC2023-001 Quezada v. Barboa (unanimous)
• Offered advisory opinion on conflict-of-interest disclosure
• Dismissed part of SC2023-002 Quezada v. O'Malley regarding commissioner language (unanimous)
• Sanctioned O'Malley for conduct toward employee Joe Noriega (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 31, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

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

The DWI Planning Council voted to recommend approval of the LDWI grant applications for submission, with five in favor and one abstention. The applications will go to the Bernalillo County Commission on February 21 and then to the DFA on March 2. The council also received updates on the Take a Ride on Us program and discussed DWI statistics and reverted funds.

• Recommended LDWI grant applications for submission (5-0-1)
• Approved February 9, 2023 agenda
• Approved December 8, 2022 minutes

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.

The County Development Review Authority approved the final plat for a four-lot subdivision at 171 Brannan Rd (SRP2022-0106), with conditions to be completed by February 23, 2023. A sketch/final plat for a replat at 9965 Guadalupe Trl NW (SRP2023-0014) was approved with a completion deadline of February 3, 2023. Two sketch plats were approved: one for a four-lot subdivision at 3624 San Ygnacio Rd SW (SRP2023-0012) and one for a two-lot subdivision at 5 Public School Rd (SRP2023-0013), the latter deferred by agent request. All items received concurrence from relevant agencies.

• Approved final plat SRP2022-0106 for 4-lot subdivision at 171 Brannan Rd (concurrence)
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0014 for replat at 9965 Guadalupe Trl NW (concurrence)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0012 for 4-lot subdivision at 3624 San Ygnacio Rd SW (concurrence)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0013 for 2-lot subdivision at 5 Public School Rd (concurrence)
• Deferred SRP2023-0013 by agent request

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)

The Zoning Administrator held a public hearing on February 8, 2023, to consider 14 requests for conditional use approvals and variances. The minutes list each request but do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes. No substantive actions were taken in the provided text.

• No decisions recorded in the minutes

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

The Board voted 4-0 to dismiss the petition for a hearing on the merits regarding Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD (New Mexico Terminal Services, LLC), following arguments from EHD and the Environmental Law Center. The Board also approved the consent agenda (5-0) and voted 4-0 to retain Board Attorney Antoinette Sedillo Lopez for another year. A discussion on hearing officer selection for the upcoming rulemaking was tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including agenda, January minutes, and WHO work group deadline extension (5-0)
• Dismissed petition for hearing on Air Quality Permit No. 3340-RMD (4-0)
• Retained Board Attorney Antoinette Sedillo Lopez for another year (4-0)
• Tabled hearing officer selection for upcoming rulemaking hearing

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

The Bernalillo County Commission adopted Resolution AR 2023-19, which rescinds and replaces the county's legislative appointment policy. The new policy requires a minimum five-day public notice period for applicants and, as amended, a 45-day maximum timeline for appointments, with an emergency clause for vacancies during legislative sessions. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Quezada voting no.

• Approved Resolution AR 2023-19, rescinding and replacing the legislative appointment policy (4-1, Quezada no)
• Amendment to add 45-day maximum appointment timeline approved (5-0)
• Amendment for 30-day maximum failed (2-3)
• Motion to defer vote on resolution failed (2-3)
• Approved ordinance amendments to water conservation, floods, roads/bridges, and subdivisions chapters (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 9, Jan 10, and Jan 24 administrative meetings (5-0 each)
• Approved appointments to Arts Board, Code of Conduct Board, and DWI Planning Council (5-0 each)

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

The Bernalillo County Arts Board unanimously recommended eight artworks for purchase into the county's public art collection, totaling $21,400. The board also heard a presentation from the City of Albuquerque on its successful ordinance amendment increasing public art funding from 1% to 1.5%, and discussed forming a subcommittee to review the county's own ordinance. New projects from the recent bond cycle were reviewed, and the board received updates on education and outreach subcommittee activities.

• Recommended 8 artworks for purchase into public art collection (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed forming subcommittee to review county ordinance and increase public art funding
• Reviewed new bond-funded projects: Fire Station West, Bridge Phases II & III, Mesa del Sol, Tom Tenorio Park, North Valley Aquatics, West Side Community Center

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

The Commission approved the minutes from December 5, 2022. Members provided updates on legislative outreach for Mesa Del Sol funding, the Phase 2 groundbreaking at Mesa Del Sol, and the first meeting of the Little League Task Force.

• Approved December 5, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission approved a special use permit for an event center at 1 Post Office Lane, allowing weddings and other events with alcohol service. The commission also approved a special use permit for a property at 187 Sarah Lane, and continued a request for a landscaping materials business at 319-323 Osuna Road for 90 days.

• Approved special use permit CSU2023-0002 for event center at 1 Post Office Lane (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit CSU2022-0015 for O-1 and C-1 uses at 187 Sarah Lane (1 abstention)
• Continued CSU2022-0013 for landscaping business at 319-323 Osuna Road for 90 days (unanimous)

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

The Code of Conduct Review Board conducted an evidentiary hearing regarding a sworn complaint filed by Carl L. Peterson against Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty. The Board heard witness testimony and reviewed exhibits before entering closed session for deliberation. A written opinion is expected by February 8, 2023.

• Approved January 31, 2023 Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 Minutes (unanimous)
• Denied motion for Default Judgment against Respondent
• Denied motion to accept facts in Complaint as true
• Sustained objection to Respondent's attorney making evidentiary objections (2-1)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 13, 2023

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

The Bernalillo County Audit Committee approved internal audit reports for Behavioral Health Services, Emergency Management, Procurement & Accounts Payable, and Housing Department, all with 2-0 votes. The committee discussed concerns about credit card policy enforcement and Housing Department compliance with HUD requirements. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Approved Behavioral Health Services internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Emergency Management internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Procurement & Accounts Payable internal audit report (2-0)
• Approved Housing Department internal audit report (2-0)

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)

The County Development Review Authority reviewed six plat requests, approving one final plat and five sketch plats. All items received concurrence from relevant agencies, with some sketch plats pending additional review from Public Works or Planning & Zoning. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved final plat SRP2023-0007 for 17.80 acres at 6903 Edith Blvd. NE (replat of Chapman tracts)
• Approved sketch plat SC2023-0002 for 12-lot subdivision at 3217 Love Rd SW
• Approved sketch plat SC2023-0003 for 61-lot subdivision at 3740 Bridge Blvd. SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0008 for replat at 1430 Corfield Pl. SW (pending Public Works review)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0009 for replat at 2945 Coors Blvd NW (pending Public Works, Planning & Zoning review)
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0011 for replat at Richfield Ave. and Lowell St. NE

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)

The Board approved updating regional transportation priorities to favor the Atrisco Vista corridor over Paseo del Volcan. The commission also passed several environmental resolutions and approved funding for fentanyl prevention and behavioral health programs.

• Approved prioritizing Atrisco Vista for infrastructure development (4-0)
• Approved 30 by 30 initiative to protect 30% of lands and waters by 2030 (4-0)
• Approved resolution opposing transportation of high-level radioactive waste (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting the Local Choice Energy Act (4-0)
• Approved updating the sustainability and climate action plan (4-0)
• Approved $975,000 from opioid settlement funds for fentanyl prevention (4-0)
• Approved $29,000 for Wellness-2 Hotel Adverse Childhood Experiences program (4-0)
• Approved $376,433 budget increase for Hope Village operations (4-0)

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

The Addiction Treatment Advisory Board approved the December 2022 minutes and agenda, and nominated Andrew Kalishman for a board appointment. A subcommittee was created to explore youth addiction and detoxification services between the City and County. Updates were provided on CARE Campus, MDC buprenorphine services, and the board's yearly goals. Several items were tabled, including discussion on pregnant/post-partum women and the Fentanyl Summit.

• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved agenda with tabled items and added old business
• Nominated Andrew Kalishman for Presbyterian Hospital Representative board appointment
• Created subcommittee for youth addiction and detoxification services led by Chief Perez
• ATAB will remain under BHI after organizational changes
• Tabled discussion on pregnant/post-partum women with addictions
• Tabled discussion on housing issues
• Tabled follow-up on Fentanyl Summit

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

The Sheriff's Office Advisory and Review Board approved the December 9, 2022 minutes and re-elected Tommy Jewell as Chair and Debbie Strongin as Vice Chair. The board discussed the upcoming annual report presentation to the County Commission and agreed to vote on recommendations in real time rather than at year-end. No public comments were made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes of December 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Re-elected Tommy Jewell as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Debbie Strongin as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Moved next meeting to February 17, 2023 at 1:00 pm (unanimous)

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

The Bernalillo County Code of Conduct Review Board voted 5-0 to reschedule the evidentiary hearing in the ethics complaint against Commissioner Charlene Pyskoty (SC2022-001) to a date before February 8, 2023, after a challenge to witness subpoenas. The board also voted 5-0 to request the County Attorney issue subpoenas for in-person appearance of witnesses and parties. The hearing was continued with a date to be determined.

• Approved January 17, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied motion to dismiss complaint (vote not recorded)
• Denied motion to remove issues G, H, I from hearing (motion died)
• Approved motion to exclude non-testifying witnesses (carried)
• Approved rescheduling evidentiary hearing to before Feb 8 (5-0)
• Approved request for County Attorney to issue subpoenas for in-person appearance (5-0)

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

The Water Protection Advisory Board elected Bart Faris as Chair and Steve Glass as Vice Chair, approved the 2023 work plan, and adopted an amended Open Meetings Resolution. The board also approved the November 10, 2022 meeting minutes after corrections, and discussed membership vacancies and the Water Authority's pretreatment program update.

• Elected Bart Faris as WPAB Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Steve Glass as WPAB Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved January 13, 2023 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved Open Meetings Resolution with modifications (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 WPAB Work Plan (unanimous)

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)

The County Development Review Authority reviewed nine plat requests. One sketch plat (SRP2023-0003) for a five-lot subdivision at 6307 Coors Blvd SW was denied due to non-concurrence from Planning and Zoning. All other items were approved or noted with requirements for final plat completion due January 26, 2023.

• Approved final plat SRP2022-0103 for replat at 2801 Coors Blvd SW
• Approved final plat SRP2022-0144 for replat at 10153 Edith Blvd NE
• Approved sketch/final plat SRP2023-0001 for replat at 2850 Coyote Trail
• Approved preliminary plat SC2022-0009 for 30-lot subdivision at 125 Prestige Dr
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0002 for 4-lot subdivision at 5000 118th St SW
• Denied sketch plat SRP2023-0003 for 5-lot subdivision at 6307 Coors Blvd SW
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0005 for replat at 4000 Edith Blvd NE
• Approved sketch plat SRP2023-0006 for 2-lot subdivision at 1340 Mountain Valley Rd

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

The Board approved adding portions of the meeting audio pertaining to rulemaking to the hearing record for AQCB Petition No. 2022-3 (5-0) and delegated authority to the Chair and Vice Chair to select a hearing officer (5-0). The Board also approved the consent agenda (5-0) and discussed woodburning regulations, a draft public comment policy, and the precautionary principle. No final decisions were made on the petition's merits.

• Approved consent agenda including January 11, 2023 agenda and December 14, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved adding meeting audio portions pertaining to rulemaking to the hearing record (5-0)
• Delegated authority to Chair and Vice Chair to select a hearing officer (5-0)
• Voted unanimously in closed session on response to proposed settlement agreement regarding Complaint No. 13R-14-R6

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

The provided document is a notice of a public hearing scheduled for January 11, 2023. It lists eight requests for conditional use approvals and one variance, but does not record the outcomes or decisions of the meeting.

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

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution creating a temporary Behavioral Health Systems of Care Working Group, with amendments adding Albuquerque Public Schools as a member and setting a 2023 timeline. The board also approved a capital outlay request to the state legislature, amended to include $5.3 million for a replacement BCSO helicopter, $80,000 for ShotSpotter, and $140,000 for a training simulator. A resolution supporting a COVID-19 memorial at the Dr. E. A. "Swede" Scholer Regional Recreation Complex was approved unanimously. The board took no action on a low-income property tax rebate ordinance after discussion, and approved consent agenda items and rules of procedure revisions.

• Approved Behavioral Health Systems of Care Working Group resolution (5-0)
• Approved floor amendment adding APS to working group (5-0)
• Approved capital outlay request to state legislature, amended with BCSO items (5-0)
• Approved COVID-19 memorial resolution for Dr. E. A. "Swede" Scholer Regional Recreation Complex (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved rules of procedure revisions (5-0)
• Approved December 13, 2022 administrative meeting minutes (5-0)
• No action taken on low-income property tax rebate ordinance

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

The Bernalillo County Affordable Housing Nonprofit Board unanimously approved the FY2022 audited financial statements, which received an unmodified (clean) audit opinion. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved FY22 audited financial statements (5-0)
• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

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

The Homeless Coordinating Council approved its meeting agenda and the December 6 minutes. Members discussed plans for a February retreat, updates on housing authority creation, tiny homes, and Gateway construction, but no formal policy decisions were made.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes

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

The Older Americans Advisory Council unanimously reappointed Mel Pearson as Chair and Lynne Anker-Unnever as Vice Chair. The council also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 17, 2022 meeting. Staff reported that FY23 services are on track, ARPA funding was approved for technology improvements, and 17 social services RFPs were completed for FY24. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Reappointed Mel Pearson as Chair and Lynne Anker-Unnever as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

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

The board approved Karen Yank as the finalist for the Sunport project and increased the Route 66 Public Art Project budget by $10,000. The board also elected its 2023 leadership and discussed the City of Albuquerque's public art funding increase.

• Elected Tina Tomlin as Chair for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Elected Flora Lucero as Vice Chair for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 budget increase for Route 66 Public Art Project using 1% common fund (Unanimous)
• Approved Karen Yank as the finalist for the Sunport Project (Unanimous)

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

The Board appointed Yanira Gurrola to fill the vacant House District 16 seat following public comment and candidate presentations. The Board also elected new leadership for the 2023 calendar year and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Appointed Yanira Gurrola as House District 16 Representative (3-2)
• Approved December 14, 2022, special administrative meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Open Meetings Act resolution AR 2023-1 (5-0)
• Elected Barbara Baca as Chair for 2023 (5-0)
• Elected Adriann Barboa as Vice Chair for 2023 (5-0)

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

The Bernalillo County Planning Commission voted 4-1 to continue (delay) a special use permit request for 187 Sarah Lane NW for 30 days. The applicant agreed to remove the proposed residential apartment component and clarify the commercial uses after commissioners raised concerns about the dual-use proposal. The commission also approved the December 7, 2022 meeting minutes, elected Joelle Hertel as Chair and Connie Chavez as Vice Chair, and removed a withdrawn application (CSU2023-0001) from the agenda.

• Continued CSU2022-0015 special use permit for 187 Sarah Lane NW for 30 days (4-1)
• Removed CSU2023-0001 from agenda after applicant requested withdrawal (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes (one abstention)
• Elected Joelle Hertel as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Connie Chavez as Vice Chair (unanimous)