Eunice public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will discuss a cash secured loan with Lea County State Bank to fund the arena. Members will also consider the renewal of the golf course liquor license and a new ordinance regarding criminal trespassing.

• Cash secured loan with Lea County State Bank for arena funding
• Renewal or discontinuation of the Golf Course Liquor License
• Second/Final Reading of Ordinance No. 580 regarding Eunice Fire and Rescue bylaws
• Application for the U.S Fire Fighters Assistance Grant
• Proposed addition of criminal trespassing to city ordinances

The Eunice City Council approved proceeding with the rodeo arena construction, contingent on ensuring procurement policies are followed, with a provision to return to council if issues arise. They also approved the final reading of Ordinance No. 580 (Fire and Rescue bylaws), a fire department grant application, and resolutions for the 2025 holiday schedule and Open Meetings Act. The council voted to discontinue the golf course liquor license and discussed a potential criminal trespassing ordinance, deferring action pending more information.

• Approved rodeo arena construction with procurement stipulation (6-1)
• Approved final reading of Ordinance No. 580, Fire and Rescue bylaws (7-0)
• Approved applying for U.S. Fire Fighters Assistance Grant (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3448, 2025 Holiday Schedule (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3449, 2025 Open Meetings Act (7-0)
• Discontinued golf course liquor license (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 11, 2024 regular meeting (6-0-1 abstention)
• Discussed criminal trespassing ordinance; deferred pending more info

City Council

The council will discuss and vote on moving forward with Unique Builders for construction of the arena cover, as well as approving longevity and salary stipends for city employees, accepting a lease RFP for the golf course pro shop, and approving several road closures for holiday events. Other items include discussing an ordinance on oversized vehicles, a first reading of fire department bylaws, purchasing or leasing a new sanitation truck, and adding criminal trespassing to local ordinances.

• Discuss/Approve moving forward with Unique Builders for arena cover construction
• Discuss/Approve Resolution No. 3447 amending Ordinance No. 566 on oversized vehicles
• Discuss/Approve accepting RFP for leasing golf course pro shop and grounds
• Discuss/Approve MOU between Eunice Fire Department and State Fire Marshal's Office
• Discuss/Approve three road closures for holiday events (Tree Lighting, Winter Wonderland, Christmas Light Parade)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review financial reporting. The primary item for discussion and potential approval is Resolution No. 3446 regarding the First Quarter DFA Budget Report.

• Resolution No. 3446: First Quarter DFA Budget Report

City Council

The Eunice City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including canceling the November 25 and December 23 regular meetings due to holidays, adjusting hours for a Teen Center fundraiser, authorizing a request for proposals (RFP) for leasing the golf pro-shop and grounds, and amending the 2026-203 capital improvement plan. A report from the Youth Advisory Council will also be presented.

• Resolution 3444 canceling the November 25 and December 23 council meetings for holidays
• Temporary hour changes for the Teen Center fundraiser
• Discuss/approve posting an RFP for leasing the Golf Pro-Shop and Grounds
• Resolution 3445 amending Resolution 3440 for the Updated ICIP 2026-203
• Approve minutes of September 23, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Eunice City Council will discuss and vote on a variance application for 215 Texas Ave, entering into a professional service contract with N&J Services LLC, and several resolutions including excusing a councilor from a meeting and approving a capital asset verification listing. New business also includes road closures for upcoming community events and authorizing an RFP to lease the Pro-Shop and Golf Course Grounds. The meeting begins with the oath of office for the Youth Advisory Council and their report.

• Discuss/Approve variance application for property at 215 Texas Ave
• Discuss/Approve professional service contract with N&J Services LLC
• Resolution No. 3443 to excuse Councilor Andrew Reynolds from Oct 14 meeting
• Road closures for Pumpkin Patch (Sep 29), Harvest Festival (Oct 15), and Halloween Safe Stops (Oct 31)
• Posting RFP to lease the Pro-Shop and Golf Course Grounds

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding PTO accumulation and back pay for Fire/EMS staff. The body will also review road closures for upcoming local events and a resolution regarding a councilor's absence.

• Ordinance No. 579 regarding PTO Accumulation Rate for Fire/EMS
• Back pay of PTO to Fire/EMS Staff
• Road closure for Market Days on September 27, 2024
• Road closure for Homecoming Parade on October 4, 2024
• Resolution No. 3441 to excuse Councilor Brittni Dean from the September 23, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Eunice City Council will hold a special meeting on September 3, 2024, with the sole new business item being a discussion and possible approval of a re-plat of the Hardison Addition Tract subdivision. The meeting includes call to order, roll call, pledge, invocation, and public comments before addressing the item.

• Discuss/approve re-plat of Hardison Addition Tract subdivision (City Manager Shannon Cummins)

City Council

The Eunice City Council will discuss and potentially approve a replat of the Hardison Addition subdivision, consider the first reading of Ordinance No. 579 which changes Fire/EMS PTO accrual, and vote on quotes for softball field and pro-shop repairs. The council will also consider appointing Kim Yarbrough to the Cemetery Board. A closed session is scheduled to discuss possible litigation under the Open Meetings Act, with no action to be taken.

• Discuss/approve Re-Plat of subdivision Hardison Addition Tract Summary
• First reading of Ordinance No. 579 Fire/EMS PTO Accrual
• Discuss/approve Soft Ball Field repairs quote
• Discuss/approve Pro-Shop repairs quote
• Discuss/approve appointing Kim Yarbrough to the Cemetery Board

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially approve resolutions regarding membership fees and capital improvement planning. The body will also consider a mural installation and fire/EMS paid time off accrual. A closed session is scheduled to discuss possible litigation.

• Resolution No. 3437 regarding SNMEDD Membership fees
• Resolution No. 3440 to amend Resolution 3433 for Updated ICIP 2026-2030
• Mural installation at the Chamber of Commerce
• Fire/EMS PTO Accrual
• Closed session regarding possible litigation

The Eunice City Council approved three items: Resolution No. 3437 for SNMEDD membership fees, Resolution No. 3440 amending the ICIP 2026-2030, and a mural installation at the Chamber of Commerce. The council also discussed but took no action on changing fire/EMS PTO accrual rates, which will be brought back for a first reading. The meeting moved into closed session for possible litigation and adjourned without further decisions.

• Approved Resolution No. 3437, SNMEDD Membership Fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 3440, Amending Resolution No. 3433 Updated ICIP 2026-2030 (unanimous)
• Approved mural installation at the Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 22, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 29, 2024 special meeting (4 yes, 3 abstain)
• Moved into closed session for possible litigation (unanimous)

City Council

At this special meeting, the council will discuss and possibly approve two resolutions: Resolution 3438 for 4th Quarter adjustments to the FY 2025 budget, and Resolution 3439 regarding the 4th Quarter DFA report for FY 2024.

• Discuss/Approve Resolution No. 3438, 4th Quarter Adjustments FY 25
• Discuss/Approve Resolution No. 3439, 4th Quarter DFA Report FY24

The Eunice City Council held a special meeting on July 29, 2024, and approved two resolutions unanimously. Resolution No. 3438 approved the 4th Quarter Adjustments for FY25, and Resolution No. 3439 approved the 4th Quarter DFA Report for FY24. No public comments or manager comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved Resolution No. 3438, 4th Quarter Adjustments FY25 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 3439, 4th Quarter DFA Report FY24 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on the final budget and budget adjustments for FY25. The meeting includes several special use permits and a final reading of an animal control ordinance. Other items involve public works maintenance and street closures.

• Resolution No. 3435 (Final Budget for FY 25) and Resolution No. 3436 (Budget Adjustments for FY25)
• Second and final reading of Ordinance No. 575 Animal Control
• Special Use Permits for 1104 11th St., 1108 11th St., and 104/106 Texas Ave
• Variance Application for 600 Ave M
• Closing of 11th St at the Cul-de-sac on July 28th

City Council

The City Council will discuss options for contracting services to check meters for lead and copper. The agenda also includes a resolution for an ADA and Title VI Plan, an MOU with SNMEDD, and the first reading of Ordinance No. 575 regarding animal control.

• Contracting services to check meters for lead and copper
• Resolution for ADA and Title VI Plan
• MOU with SNMEDD
• First reading of Ordinance No. 575 Animal Control

City Council

The Eunice City Council will consider options for contracting services to check meters for lead and copper. The council will also discuss renewing a memorandum of understanding with Waste Control Specialist and reviewing Resolution No. 3433 regarding ICIP 2026-2031.

• Contracting services for checking meters for lead and copper
• Renewal of MOU between Waste Control Specialist, Eunice Fire & Rescue, and Eunice Police Department
• Resolution No. 3433 regarding ICIP 2026-2031
• Approval of June 10, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Eunice City Council will consider several ordinances regarding pool hours, animal control, and rental fees. The agenda also includes discussions on property condemnation and a nuisance property resolution. Additionally, the council will consider renewing an agreement for a School Resource Officer.

• Second/final reading of Ordinance No. 578 regarding pool hours, rules, and fees
• Contracting services to check meters for lead and copper
• Resolution No. 3430 regarding nuisance property at 102 E. Texas Ave
• Condemnation of the property at 12002 Ave G
• Transfer of Canopy License No. 1365 to Allsups at 1810 E. Texas Ave

City Council

The Eunice City Council is holding a public hearing on May 30, 2024, to consider the transfer of ownership and location of Canopy License No. 1365. The applicant, BW Gas & Convenience Retail, LLC, doing business as Allsups #102470, seeks to move the license to 1810 E. Texas Ave, Eunice, NM 88231. Residents may attend the hearing or submit written comments to the City Clerk.

• Transfer of Canopy License No. 1365 to BW Gas & Convenience Retail, LLC (Allsups #102470)
• Proposed new location: 1810 E. Texas Ave, Eunice, NM 88231
• Public hearing scheduled for May 30, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers
• Written comments accepted via mail or email to Candelaria Brito, City Clerk

City Council

The Eunice City Council is meeting to consider three resolutions: approving a Senior Center ICIP, canceling the May 27 regular meeting, and appointing two members to the Cemetery Board. The agenda also includes public comments, department reports, and a closed session for personnel matters with no action expected.

• Resolution No. 3428: Senior Center ICIP
• Resolution No. 3429: Canceling May 27, 2024 regular meeting
• Appointing Sue Heady and Joann Arcidez to Cemetery Board
• Closed session on personnel matters under NMSA 10-15-1(H)(7)

City Council

The Eunice City Council meets May 13, 2024, at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers. The agenda is mostly new business: members will discuss and possibly approve an affordable-housing agreement with Lea County, a preliminary FY25 budget, a rodeo-arena construction bid, and several ordinances and resolutions covering pool rules, animal control, and police service fees. A closed session is scheduled for personnel matters and possible litigation, with no action to be taken.

• MOA with Lea County for affordable housing
• Ordinance No. 578: pool hours, rules, fees (first reading)
• Ordinance No. 575: animal control (first reading)
• Resolution 3427: preliminary interim budget FY25
• Bid for Phase II of Rodeo Arena

City of Eunice CCR REPORTS

The City of Eunice provided a Consumer Confidence Report detailing the quality of the local water supply. The report describes the source of the water, the treatment process, and how the water compares to regulatory standards.

• Water is sourced from 7 groundwater wells in the Ogallala Aquifer
• Water treatment process consists of disinfection using chlorine
• Source water susceptibility ranking is considered High
• Report confirms no violations of EPA standards for detected contaminants in 2023
• Detected low levels of arsenic, which meets EPA standards

City Council

The Eunice City Council is meeting to consider several action items, including two property variance applications, a street closure for Food Truck Fridays, accepting a legal services proposal, a one-time $50 credit on all residential water bills, and an agreement with the Eunice Health Clinic. The agenda also includes routine consent items like meeting minutes and bills, plus a closed session to discuss pending litigation with no action expected.

• Variance application for property at 300 Ave I, Eunice, NM
• Variance application for property at 1206 Ave E, Eunice
• Closing 11th St at Ave Q for all Food Truck Fridays events
• Accepting RFP for legal services submitted by Tommy Parker
• One-time $50 payment toward all consumers' water bills in Eunice

City Council

The Eunice City Council is meeting for a budget workshop to discuss the fiscal year 2024/2025 budget. This is a work session only, with no votes taken on any items discussed.

• Discussion of fiscal year 2024/2025 budget

City Council

The Eunice City Council is holding a special meeting to swear in new council members and consider approving Resolution 3423, which acknowledges the FY23 audit report presented by Hinkle + Landers. Public comments will be taken, and the meeting includes routine procedural items.

• Approval of Resolution 3423 for FY23 audit report
• Audit presentation by Hinkle + Landers
• Swearing of new council members

City Council

The Eunice City Council will consider appointing Danny Garrett and Ty Chanley to fill council vacancies, and will take final votes on amending community center rental fees and the lodgers tax. The council will also discuss closing a street for a gospel singing and adding security and fencing at the animal holding facility and recycling center. A closed session on real property is scheduled with no action to be taken.

• Resolution No. 3421 appointing Danny Garrett to City Council
• Resolution No. 3422 appointing Ty Chanley to City Council
• Second reading of Addendum E to Ordinance No. 559, Community Center Rental Fees
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 574, amending Lodgers Tax
• Closing Ave J from Main-12th on April 13th for a Gospel Singing

City Council

The Eunice City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 11, 2024, addressing a range of administrative and operational items. Key actions include accepting a councilor's resignation, final approval of a school traffic flow ordinance, and several fire department matters. The agenda also includes first readings on rental fees and lodging tax amendments, plus a resolution to cancel the April 8 meeting.

• Approve resignation of Councilor Carlos Herrera
• Second/final reading of Ordinance No. 573 (School Traffic Flow Change)
• Approve Resolution No. 3418 (2024 Mitigation Plan)
• Approve Fire Department shift change and hiring additional firefighter/EMT
• First reading of Ordinance No. 574 (amending Lodgers Tax)

City Council

The Eunice City Council will consider accepting resignations from two councilors, hold readings on ordinances affecting school traffic, golf course fees, and recreational facility rentals, and vote on several purchases and budget adjustments. The agenda also includes decisions on conditional use permits, a zone change, and a variance for specific properties, plus a closed session for personnel and litigation matters.

• Resignation letters for Councilors Carlos Herrera and Jerry Corral
• First reading of Ordinance No. 573, School Traffic Flow Change
• Grant application to replace 10 air packs and 10 spare bottles for Eunice Fire & Rescue
• Second/final reading of Ordinance No. 571, Updated Golf Course Fees and Contract
• $5,000 budget adjustment for fireworks

City Council

This is a council workshop meeting, not a regular voting session. The agenda includes only a call to order, the workshop itself, and adjournment. No votes will be taken on any items discussed during the budget workshop.

• Budget workshop discussion

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several new business items including insurance policy changes and facility rates. The council is also scheduled to consider multiple resolutions regarding asset management, golf course fees, and budget adjustments.

• Resolution No. 3417: Asset Management Engineer
• Resolution No. 3418: Updated Golf Course Fees and Contract
• Resolution No. 3419 and 3420: Second Quarter DFA Budget Adjustments
• Bid acceptance for Gun Range Fencing
• Variance Application for 1216 15th St.

City Council

The Eunice City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering consent items, old and new business. Key decisions include purchasing a commercial dog kennel, appointing Erica Jones as Mayor Pro-Tem, approving an MOU with Eunice Public Schools for the Activity Center, and approving contracts with SMA for asset management and technical services. The council will also discuss changes to Fire Department vehicles and consider paying the State Land Office for a water easement.

• Purchase of a commercial dog kennel for holding facility
• Appoint Erica Jones as Mayor Pro-Tem
• MOU with Eunice Public Schools for use of Activity Center
• Contracts with SMA for asset management and technical services
• Pay State Land Office for water easement