Edgewood public meetings in 2023
36 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission held a special meeting to vote on Ordinance 2023-010, which sets compensation for the Mayor, Commissioners, Planning & Zoning Commissioners, and Municipal Judge. The ordinance eliminates all salaries except for the Municipal Judge, who will receive $2,500 per month, with an alternate judge receiving $500 per month. Commissioners may waive compensation via written waiver.
- Ordinance 2023-010 sets Mayor and Commissioners salaries to $0/month
- Municipal Judge salary set at $2,500/month; alternate judge at $500/month
- Commissioners may waive compensation via written waiver
- Repeals and replaces prior ordinances 2004-1 and 2012-02 on compensation
- Public hearing held on ordinance during meeting
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission held a special meeting to swear in three newly elected commissioners. The meeting included procedural items such as roll call, agenda approval, and public participation options.
- Swearing in of Commissioners Elect: Jerry Powers (District 2), Patrick Milligan (District 3), Sterling Donner (District 5)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider ordinances regarding compensation for governing body members and a new cell tower ordinance. The body is also discussing security camera procurement and the restructuring of the Finance Department.
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-010 regarding compensation for Governing Body Members, Planning & Zoning Commissioners, and Municipal Judge
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-013 Cell Tower Ordinance
- Procurement for security camera systems for Edgewood Police Department, Animal Control, and Community Library
- Reclassification of Program Manager position to Community Outreach/Public Relations position
- Approval of Venus Park Improvements
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion and action items including naming a successor mayor, a public hearing on an ATV/OHV ordinance, and a closed session for litigation and personnel matters. The agenda also includes items on commissioner pay, cost of living increases, and use of remaining 2014 GO bond funds.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-006 ATV/OHV
- Discussion and action on naming a successor mayor per NM Statutes 3-14-10
- Closed session on litigation (Moriarty-Edgewood School District D-101-CV-2022-01955 and McGill et al. v. Bassett et al. D-101-CV-2020-00328) and personnel (Clerk Applicants Review, Chief's Contract)
- Discussion on FY24 raises by department, commissioner pay, and cost of living increase
- Use of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds (notice to rescind previous motion and vote)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will discuss the use of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds following allegations of constitutional and ethics violations. The body is also deciding on the appointment of a Town Attorney and various intergovernmental agreements.
- Reconsideration of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds use
- Resolution 2023-044 regarding Town Attorney and Legal Services
- MOU with State Fire Marshall for use of the Old Town Hall Building
- Procurement for security camera systems for Police, Animal Control, and Library
- MOU with MRCOG for Edgewood Junior Bill 23-ZH9296
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending the public library rules and another regulating off-highway vehicle use on town streets. The meeting also includes discussions on security upgrades, legal fees, and a proposed baby box for infant surrender.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-011 to amend library rules and advisory board structure
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-012 to regulate ATV/OHV use on town streets
- Verkada security proposal for police department, library, and animal control ($18K–$36K)
- Approval of Safe Haven Baby Box for infant surrender
- Breakdown of attorney and legal fees
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to consider adopting Resolution 2023-034, which approves the final budget for fiscal year 2023-2024. The resolution has already received interim approval from the state and now seeks final certification. Public comments will be taken on this item.
- Resolution 2023-034 adopting the final FY 2023-2024 budget
- Public comments on agenda items
- Future regular meeting scheduled for August 22, 2023
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 11, 2023, with a full agenda of discussion and action items. Key items include appointing Bobby Rush to the Planning and Zoning Commission, considering a donation for the Book Barn, discussing radio tower collaboration with East Mountain Radio, EPCOR Water, and Santa Fe County, and approving Resolution 2023-029 for Bar #5. The Commission will also call for a public hearing on Ordinance 2023-007 (Zoning Ordinance), adopt road standards, approve tent purchases, discuss repealing and replacing Resolution 2023-26, and set dates for a referendum vote on Ordinance 2023-002. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the Mayor's employment.
- Appointment of Bobby Rush to Planning and Zoning Commission
- Resolution 2023-029 for Bar #5
- Call for public hearing on Ordinance 2023-007 (Zoning Ordinance)
- Road Standard Adoption
- Setting dates for referendum vote on Ordinance 2023-002
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will meet to decide on the Route 66 Arts Alliance’s FY24 budget request, approve police department equipment purchases, and hold a public hearing on a taproom off-site liquor license. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and audits, as well as discussions on community center fees and scheduling.
- Approval of Route 66 Art Alliance Invoice for Saturday Arts Camp ($2,400 for teachers and interns)
- Route 66 Arts Alliance FY24 budget request ($2023-2024)
- Approval of Police Department Explorer Upfit (Quote QU0064)
- Public hearing on Taproom off-site liquor license (Santa Fe New Mexican AD ID 52281)
- Bar #4 budget adjustment (Resolution 2023-013) and retroactive approval for police gun disposal/sales (2022 buyback)
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider an ordinance to set compensation for governing body members, Planning & Zoning Commissioners, and the Municipal Judge. The body will also discuss the Old Town Hall proposal and various administrative resolutions.
- Public Hearing: Ordinance 2023-010 regarding compensation for governing body members, Planning & Zoning Commissioners, and Municipal Judge
- Approval of Police Department upgrade of patrol rifle platforms
- Proposal to change part-time Animal Control position to full-time
- Resolution 2023-043 regarding public gifts, donations, and fundraising
- Resolution 2023-045 BAR#
Town Commission
The Town Commission is meeting to consider several road improvement agreements with the New Mexico Department of Transportation and discuss restructuring town staff positions. The body will also review proposals for the Old Town Hall and a new school zone on NM 344.
- Resolution 2023-038: $746,000 project for West Venus Road improvements
- Resolution 2023-040: $151,655 project for Horton, Nugent, and Venus Roads
- Resolution 2023-041: $80,000 project for Horton, Nugent, and Venus Roads
- Proposed re-separation of Clerk and Treasurer positions and elimination of Deputy Manager and Assistant Clerk roles
- Discussion of a school zone on NM 344 for Estancia Valley Classic Academy
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider cost-of-living adjustments and department raises for FY24. The body will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding the New Mexico Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-009 regarding sex offender registration and website mapping
- Proposed ordinance to set compensation for governing body members, Planning & Zoning Commissioners, and Municipal Judge
- Procurement for paving and road materials for Appaloosa Road
- Discussion on a school zone on NM 344 for Estancia Valley Classic Academy
- Reconsideration of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds usage
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will discuss and likely vote on amendments to contracts for the Edgewood Wastewater Treatment Plant and water quality programs. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and a vote on opting out of the county-run election system.
- Edgewood Wastewater Treatment Plant PER Amendment proposal (presented by Manager Perry)
- Edgewood Water Quality PER Scope and Fee Proposal (presented by Manager Perry and Mayor Jaramillo)
- Call for public hearing on ordinance for regulation of ATVs (Commissioner Powers)
- Opt-out of county-run election (Mayor Jaramillo)
- Approval of Parks and Recreation Manager position as full-time employment (Manager Perry) and Ben Wiltbank as temporary project manager (Mayor Jaramillo)
Town Commission
The Town Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on one primary item. The body will determine the use of remaining funds from a 2014 General Obligation (GO) Bond.
- Discussion and action on the use of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will discuss and take action on several items, including the use of remaining 2014 GO bond funds, a cost of living increase, a continued zoning ordinance hearing, and the sale of old vehicles. They will also consider approving the purchase of two Dodge Durangos for the police department, a lodger's tax grant application, and a call for public hearings on a sex offender ordinance and ATV/OHV ordinance amendments. The agenda includes a closed session for discussion of the Chief's contract and potential litigation.
- Use of remaining 2014 GO Bond funds
- Cost of Living Increase discussion
- Continuance of Zoning Ordinance 2023-007 hearing
- Authorization to sell old vehicles at Bentley's Auction
- Approval of purchase and upfit of 2 Dodge Durangos
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two action items: approving Resolution 2023-035, which adopts the fourth quarter financial report for fiscal year 2022-2023, and naming a successor mayor under state statute. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Approval of Resolution 2023-035 for the fourth quarter financial report FY 2022-2023
- Naming a successor mayor per NM Statutes 3-14-10
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will meet on August 15, 2023, to vote on two items: approval of the fourth-quarter financial report for fiscal year 2022–2023 and adoption of the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) for 2025–2029. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Approval of Resolution 2023-035: FY2022-2023 fourth-quarter financial report
- Approval of Resolution 2023-036: ICIP 2025–2029
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a public hearing on a revised comprehensive zoning ordinance (2023-007) that would replace the current code, add overlay zones, and create a historic district. The commission will also consider police department purchases, library policy updates, and other administrative items. A closed session is scheduled for pending litigation and a personnel matter.
- Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance 2023-007, a revised comprehensive zoning code
- Purchase of two Durangos for the Police Department
- Approval of updated library policies and discussion of library material selection process
- Approval of NM Learn contract for manager transition services
- Repealing and replacing Resolution 2023-030 (Operating Resolution)
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will meet in person and online to decide on business license ordinances, approve police rifle upgrades, and formalize a feral cat trap-neuter-release program. Commissioners will also discuss closed-session litigation, manager hiring, and remaining bond funds.
- Public hearing on 2023-008 Business Licenses ordinance
- Approval of gun buyback program to upgrade police rifles
- Memorandum of Understanding for feral cat trap-and-release program with Friends of Estancia Valley Animals ($0 listed)
- Discussion on repealing and replacing 2023-022 agenda-formulation resolution
- Approval of ABC permits for Black Cock Brewery, Dark Stranger Mendery, Little Toad Creek Brewery, Lizard Tail Brewing, and Pixie Mead
Town Commission
The Town Commission will consider several memorandums of understanding for the police department and updates to library policies. The body is also deciding on ARPA funding for emergency operations, water, wastewater, and IT, alongside various infrastructure procurement items.
- Approval of ARPA spending for Emergency Operations, Water Quality, Wastewater, and IT/software
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2022-01 regarding Procurement
- Procurement of construction for Church Street and ECHO Ridge
- MOU between Edgewood Police Department and the State of New Mexico State Plan of Operation
- Appointment of Shelly Hutchinson to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and vote on updating its minutes approval process. The session includes routine agenda approval and public comments, with no substantive policy decisions listed.
- Streamline Minutes procedure proposed by Commissioner Brennan
- Consideration of Operating Resolution 2023-026 to replace prior resolution
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion and action on a referendum petition for Ordinance 2023-002, a possible special election, approval of a comprehensive plan proposal, and adoption of an ordinance regulating off-highway vehicles. The agenda also includes closed session items on personnel matters and several resolutions and contracts.
- Referendum on Ordinance 2023-002: 318 accepted signatures, 111 rejected
- Resolution 2023-024: Call for Special Election
- Approval of Comprehensive Plan Proposal from Consensus Planning
- Ordinance 2023-006: Regulation of off-highway vehicles and all-terrain vehicles
- Resolution 2023-023: Investment of monies in Local Short-term Investment Fund
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission meets for a workshop to discuss department budget reports and hold a public comment session on the budget. The agenda consists of procedural openings, public comment, and budget discussions with no specific contracts, rezonings, or ordinances listed.
- Public comment on budget
- Department Budget Reports
Town Commission
The Town Commission will discuss the purchase and leasing of road equipment and the allocation of a $1.2 million Section 16 appropriation. The body is also considering the creation of a Hearing Officer position and planning for a Town Manager search.
- Purchase and leasing of road equipment, including an Etnyre Chip Spreader
- Priorities for $1.2 million Section 16 appropriation
- Approval of Hearing Officer position
- Resolutions 2023-018, 2023-019, 2023-020, and 2023-021 regarding Horton RD, West Venus RD, East Venus RD, and Nugent RD
- MOA with AYSO
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a proposed ordinance regarding the prohibition and disclosure of financial interests and conflicts of interest for commissioners. The agenda includes a call for a public hearing on this ordinance, along with routine items like agenda approval and public comments.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2023-___: Prohibition and Disclosure of Financial Interests and Conflicts of Interest
- Meeting held in person and online via GoToMeeting and Facebook Live
- Next regular meetings scheduled for December 12 and 26, 2023
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on two items: interference with the referendum process and the possible removal of the mayor. The agenda lists these as discussion and action items, but no further details are provided. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Discussion of interference with the referendum process
- Discussion of possible removal of mayor
Town Commission
The Town Commission will discuss and vote on an ordinance requiring abortion providers to comply with federal law and whether to put that ordinance to a public vote. The body will also consider revisions to grading and drainage rules and a new public nuisance abatement process.
- Ordinance 2023-002 requiring abortion providers to comply with federal law
- Ordinance adopting a public nuisance abatement process and vacant property registration
- Revision to Ordinance 2002-01 regarding Grading and Draining
- Acceptance of legal counsel representation from Johnathan Mitchell
- Proclamation for May Motorcycle Awareness Month
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a workshop to review and accept public input on the proposed Abortion Business Ordinance No. 2023-002. The ordinance aims to require compliance with federal laws regarding abortion providers and sets up a private right of action. No final decisions will be made during this workshop, with a public hearing and decision scheduled for April 25, 2023.
- Discussion of proposed Ordinance No. 2023-002 relating to abortion businesses and federal law compliance
- Public input session regarding the proposed ordinance (no final action taken at this workshop)
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a regular meeting with discussion and action items including the 2022 audit, a police vehicle purchase, and a presentation from Santa Fe County on tax outreach. The agenda also includes consent items like minutes and department reports, plus several proposals such as a utility franchise tax exploration and public hearings for housing and drainage ordinances.
- 2022 Audit and Resolution
- Request to purchase a police vehicle (2020 Demo PIU)
- Approval of MOU with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
- Call for Public Hearing for Abandoned and Foreclosed Housing Registry Ordinance
- Approval to go out for procurement for Comp Plan
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will discuss and vote on a wide range of items, including restructuring the police department, naming successors for mayor and mayor pro tem, and approving several resolutions related to funding, payroll, and road projects. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a procurement ordinance and a closed session on pending litigation.
- Restructuring the Police Department
- Resolution 2023-008 Police PERA Pick Up
- Resolution 2023-009 Creating a Blight Abatement Fund With Cannabis Excise Tax
- Approval of procurement for Appaloosa Road
- Public Hearing on Ordinance 2022-01 Procurement
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss the Town Treasurer contract, followed by possible action. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including public comments and announcements about future meetings and the 4th of July event.
- Closed session to discuss Town Treasurer contract
- Possible action on closed session item
- Public comments on agenda items
- 4th of July event with laser light show at 9:00pm
Town Commission
The Town Commission will review personnel appointments, including a part-time employee and a temporary animal control officer. The body will also authorize a match for a pedestrian bridge project and approve the use of Lodger's Tax funds for chamber promotion and radio advertising. A public hearing is scheduled for the 2022 Procurement Ordinance.
- Use of $10,000.00 Lodger's Tax for Edgewood Chamber of Commerce promotional use
- Use of $1,000 Lodgers Tax and $500 General Funds for advertising on East Mountain Radio
- Letter authorizing increase in Town match for Pedestrian Bridge
- Public hearing on Procurement Ordinance 2022-01
- Appointment of Mike Ring as Temporary Animal Control Officer
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a regular meeting with a State of the Town address, public comments, and a consent agenda of routine reports. Key action items include a special use alcohol permit for the Renaissance Celtic Festival, a contract for temporary police officer pay increases under House Bill 68, amendments to lower a loan interest rate, and decisions on opting in or out of the Local Election Act and the 2023 election location. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on real property, litigation, and personnel matters.
- Special Use Alcohol Permit for Renaissance Celtic Festival
- House Bill 68 Fund Contract for temporary pay increase for Edgewood Police Department officers
- Resolution 2023-007 to amend CWSRF 087 loan interest rate to 0.01% annually
- Discussion of opting in/out of the Local Election Act and location for 2023 election
- Lodger's Tax Use Request from Wildlife West
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and act on several items, including entering executive session, adopting the State of the Town Address, procuring a lift station pump, and approving resolutions for NMDOT funding applications. The commission will also consider action on closed session items and discuss the commissioner/manager form of government.
- Resolution 2023-005: Approve application to NMDOT Transportation Project Fund for 2023/2024, with 5% local match
- Resolution 2023-006: Approve application to NMDOT Municipal Arterial Program for street and drainage improvements to Venus Road, Horton Road, and/or Nugent Road
- Approval of procurement of lift station pump
- Adoption of State of the Town Address presentation
- Executive session for deliberations on findings of fact and conclusions of law
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct an administrative hearing on the Moriarty-Edgewood School District's appeal of the Planning and Zoning Commission's October 11, 2022 decision regarding zoning ordinance 2022-07. The issue is whether proper procedures were followed in adopting the ordinance. The Commission may enter executive session for deliberations, but any final action will occur in open meeting.
- Public hearing on whether Planning and Zoning Commission followed proper procedures to adopt zoning ordinance 2022-07
- Appeal by Moriarty-Edgewood School District of October 11, 2022 decision
- Possible executive session for deliberations under administrative/adjudicatory exception
- Meeting held in person and online at Town Hall, 171A State Rd. 344
Town Commission
The Edgewood Town Commission will hold a regular meeting with discussion and action items including a $2,000 budget adjustment for a plotter, findings of fact for two developments, and contracts for legal and safety services. The agenda also includes consent items like minutes and department reports, plus a closed session for real property and litigation discussions.
- Budget adjustment: $2,000 for HP DesignJet T830 plotter for Planning and Zoning
- Findings of Fact and Conclusion of Law for Los Pinones II, Ltd Partnership and Stone Mountain Estates
- Discussion on City of Albuquerque Open Spaces land purchase ($1,750 and $1,800 per acre) for trails
- Approval of Change Orders #6 and #7 for Edgewood Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
- Closed session: Right of Way or Access to Public Lands, South Mountain Property; MESD Lease and Bassett Case litigation