Farmington public meetings in 2025

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission will meet to approve the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes and receive informational updates from department directors. No new or old business is scheduled for this session.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from November 20, 2025
• Informational updates from Parks and Recreation Director Natalie Spruell
• Informational updates from Cultural Affairs Director Christa Chapman

The commission voted to approve the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the December 18, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider a Proctoring Policy. The session will also include a report from the Library Director.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 minutes
• Review of Proctoring Policy
• Library Director’s Report

The Library Advisory Board unanimously approved the October 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the edited Proctoring Policy. Finally, the slate of Chair and Vice Chair appointments was approved.

• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved edits to Proctoring Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Chair and Vice Chair appointments (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance for a $8,717,363 loan and grant agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority to upgrade waterlines. The body is also asked to adopt a fifth revision to the FY2026 budget. Additionally, the council will consider a contract award for a SCADA network modernization project.

• Resolution No. 2025-2021: FY2026 budget revision increasing revenue by $2,116,830 and expenditures by $3,211,908
• Proposed $8,717,363 water project fund loan/grant for constructing and upgrading waterlines
• Proposed contract award to Belden, Inc. for SCADA Communication network modernization
• Appointments to the Airport Advisory Commission and Electrical Code Advisory Committee
• Budget adjustments including $1,000,000 for Pinon Hills completion

The council adopted Resolution No. 2025-21, the fifth revision to the FY2026 budget, with four ayes and no nays. It awarded the operation‑technology contract for the SCADA communication network modernization to Belden, Inc. by unanimous voice vote. The council also reappointed two members to the Airport Advisory Commission and one member to the Electrical Code Advisory Committee, each by unanimous voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-21 FY2026 budget revision (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Awarded OT contract for SCADA Communication network modernization to Belden, Inc. (unanimous voice vote)
• Reappointed Bill Foutz and Jonathan Rudolf to Airport Advisory Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Reappointed Derrick Childers to Electrical Code Advisory Committee (unanimous voice vote)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. Members will receive information updates regarding the Arts & Cultural District Plan and the NM Infrastructure Finance Conference. City staff from Economic Development, Planning, and Administration will also provide updates.

• Approval of October 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Arts & Cultural District Plan update
• NM Infrastructure Finance Conference report
• Mainstreet Advisory Board business

The commission approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 regular meeting after a motion by Vince Mitchell and a second by Sam Todd. The motion carried. No new business was considered, and the meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes of Oct 21, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will meet to discuss a request to change the zoning of a vacant lot from Industrial to Mixed Use. This change would allow for residential and commercial development on the property.

• Petition ZC 25-76: Request to change zoning from IND (Industrial) to MU (Mixed Use) for Lot 3A of the San Juan Concrete Subdivision (0.74-acre vacant lot)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will approve the minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting, hear a presentation by Amy Whitfield on NMDOT's Target Zero program, receive status updates on numerous entity projects, and vote on the proposed Technical Committee meeting schedule for 2026. The committee will also review NMDOT safety performance targets for 2026, which show no changes from the prior year. Public comment is allowed on any issues not on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the November 12, 2025 Technical Committee meeting
• NMDOT Target Zero presentation by Amy Whitfield, Special Director
• Entity project status updates (e.g., East Aztec Arterial Phase II, Sunset Ave. Sidewalk & ADA improvements, East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension Phase II)
• Approve proposed Technical Committee meeting schedule for calendar year 2026
• Review NMDOT safety performance targets for 2026 (no changes)

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed quarterly financial reports for the electric, water and wastewater utilities, noting assets of $461 M, $191 M and $81.6 M respectively. The commission received updates on capital improvement projects, including the Water Treatment Plant #1 (67% complete) and the Farmington Lake Dam raise feasibility study (87% complete). No formal actions were taken beyond the minutes approval.

• Approval of minutes from the Oct 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Quarterly financial reports: Electric assets $461 M, Water assets $191 M, Wastewater assets $81.6 M
• Capital Improvement updates: Water Treatment Plant #1 67% complete; Farmington Lake Dam raise feasibility 87% complete
• 2019 Polyline Replacement project: 1,842 polylines replaced as of 10/31/2025
• Public request to add Skyline Drive Underground Project West to the agenda

Airport Advisory Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the construction of new hangars and boundary clarifications. The agenda includes reports on airport operations and discussions regarding north airport land.

• Discussion of building new hangars with High Flying Hangar
• Discussion of Asher Aviation Hangar Builders
• Discussion of North Airport Land
• Discussion of Boundary Clarification
• Operations Report

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and water utility loans. The meeting includes a public hearing on the 2024 CDBG performance report and the swearing-in of two councilors.

• Contract for Farmers Ditch canal lining awarded to PAP, LLC for $1,408,785
• Bid to upgrade Itron Billing/Reading system awarded to Mountain States Pipe and Supply for $88,585.81
• Proposed $8,717,363 loan/grant agreement with NMFA for waterline construction and upgrades
• Final action on Ordinance No. 2025-1381 for a lead service line replacement project loan up to $4,993,540
• Special Use Permit request for a caretaker residence at 1120 Valentine Road

The council approved the consent agenda items, including the minutes, a surplus police vehicle declaration, inventory list, an $88,585.81 Itron billing system bid, a $1,408,785 Farmers Ditch canal‑lining bid, a contract with the New Mexico Non‑Metro Area Agency on Aging, and $23,649,453.66 in warrants payable (4‑0). It adopted the Planning and Zoning Commission’s recommendation to grant a special‑use permit for a watchman/caretaker residence on 1120 Valentine Road in the industrial district (unanimous). The council directed staff to proceed with Phases II and III of the “Story of Farmington” exhibit design and authorized $5,900 from the CTED Fund for a site‑visit to evaluate shade structures at Ricketts Park (both unanimous). Additional actions included adopting the 2024 CDBG performance report, confirming two parks‑commission appointments and one water‑commission appointment, and ordering the publication of a notice of intent for a proposed water‑loan ordinance (4‑0 on each).

• Approved Consent Agenda items: minutes, surplus police vehicle, inventory list, $88,585.81 Itron bid, $1,408,785 Farmers Ditch bid, contract with NM Non‑Metro Area Agency on Aging, $23,649,453.66 warrants payable (4‑0)
• Adopted Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to grant Special Use Permit for caretaker residence at 1120 Valentine Road (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to move forward with Phases II and III of the Story of Farmington exhibit design (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized $5,900 from CTED Fund for site visit to assess shade structures at Ricketts Park (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑2020 approving the 2024 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (4‑0)
• Confirmed appointments of Pam Erickson and Debra Lisenbee to the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Confirmed appointment of Angelique Maldonado as alternate representative to the San Juan Water Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent to consider the proposed water‑project loan ordinance (4‑0)

Community Relations Commission

The Community Relations Commission will meet to approve the October 2, 2025 minutes and receive updates from City Administration and the Police Department. The meeting will also include subcommittee updates and allow for public comments from the floor.

• Approval of October 2, 2025 minutes
• Subcommittee Updates
• City Administration Updates
• Police Department Updates
• Public comments from the floor

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board meeting on Dec 4, 2025 includes a petition (ARB 25‑77) requesting a variance to allow a 31.5‑foot high, 199.5‑square‑foot billboard at 3301 E Main St. The board will also consider a variance (ARB 25‑66) to reduce setbacks and permit a driveway at 1705 Sullivan Ave. The agenda also contains routine approvals of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Petition ARB 25‑77: variance to permit a 31.5‑ft high, 199.5 sq ft billboard at 3301 E Main St (Industrial zoning)
• Petition ARB 25‑66: variance to allow a 10‑ft street‑side setback, 5‑ft interior setback and a driveway within 25 ft of an intersection at 1705 Sullivan Ave (MF‑L SMHA zoning)
• Approval of the meeting agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes from Oct. 9, 2024
• Election of Vice Chair (Board Member Paul Martin)

The Administrative Review Board approved the agenda and the October 9, 2025 minutes unanimously (4‑0 each). The board voted 3‑1 to deny Petition ARB 25‑77, which sought a variance for a 31.5‑foot, 199.5‑sq‑ft billboard at 3301 E Main St. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Oct 9, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Denied Petition ARB 25-77 for billboard variance (3-1)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:52 p.m.

MPO Policy Committee

The Farmington MPO Policy Committee will approve the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting and consider a resolution adopting the 2026 regular meeting calendar. The committee will also review the NMDOT Safety Performance Targets for 2026 and receive updates from the NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5. Public comment is scheduled but no issues were raised.

• Approve minutes from September 25, 2025 Policy Committee meeting
• Consider approval of 2026 meeting schedule (Resolution 2025-3)
• Review NMDOT Safety Performance Targets (PM 1) for 2026
• Receive updates from NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5
• Public comment – no issues raised

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission will approve minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It will receive an informational presentation on the Art & Cultural District Economic Plan from Christa Chapman. No new or old business items are scheduled, and no formal actions will be taken on floor comments.

• Approve October 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Art & Cultural District Economic Plan input – informational presentation by Christa Chapman
• Department business – informational update from Parks and Recreation Acting Director Andy Decker
• Department business – informational update from Cultural Affairs Director Christa Chapman
• Business from the floor – comments allowed, no formal action

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. No old or new business was taken up. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 16, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee will approve the September 16 minutes, hear the Police Chief’s and Internal Affairs monthly reports, discuss a closed‑session Internal Affairs case review, and consider a reconvened case determination. No formal actions are taken on public comments. The meeting ends with adjournment.

• Approve minutes from September 16, 2025
• Police Chief’s Report (Chief Steve Hebbe)
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Closed meeting: Internal Affairs case review per Section 10-15-1H(2)
• Reconvene meeting/case determination

The committee approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion was passed to go into closed session for an Internal Affairs case review, and later a motion reopened the meeting for further business. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for Internal Affairs case review (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting for further business (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will adopt Resolution No. 2025-2017, approving the fourth revision to the FY2026 budget, raising total revenue to $338,220,218 and total expenditures to $393,819,444. It will also adopt Resolution No. 2025-2018, recognizing San Juan County Communications Authority 911 telecommunicators as first responders. The council will discuss an ordinance for an amended loan agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority to increase the loan principal to $4,993,540 for a lead service line replacement project, with final action set for December 9, 2025.

• Adopt Resolution 2025-2017: FY2026 budget fourth revision (revenue +$280,516, expenditures +$1,097,916)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-2018: recognize SJCCA 911 telecommunicators as first responders
• Discuss ordinance for amended loan agreement with NMFA to increase loan principal to $4,993,540 for lead service line replacement (discussion only)
• Provide direction to staff on Orchard Park redesign
• Provide direction to staff on radar speed camera program

The council selected Orchard Park design No. 3A and directed staff to seek grant funding for a possible restroom. It adopted the FY2026 budget revision (Resolution 2025‑2017) with four ayes and no nays. The body also approved participation in the NovoaGlobal speed‑camera radar program and adopted a resolution recognizing 911 telecommunicators as first responders. An ordinance to increase a loan amount was postponed for discussion at the December 9 meeting.

• Selected Orchard Park design No. 3A and directed grant search (voice vote unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026 budget revision (Resolution 2025‑2017) – 4 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved participation in NovoaGlobal speed‑camera radar program (voice vote unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑2018 recognizing 911 telecommunicators (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:26 a.m. (voice vote unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider three petitions: a Special Use Permit for a 10‑ft × 35‑ft guard shack at 1120 Valentine Rd.; a zone change from Industrial to Mixed‑Use at 700 S Auburn Ave.; and a preliminary plan for a 7‑lot, 26‑unit multi‑family subdivision (Mikasa Four) on a 4.59‑acre site. Staff recommended approval of each item and the Commission voted 6‑0 to approve them. Floor comments are limited to three minutes and no additional business was taken.

• Special Use Permit (SUP 25‑7 2) for a 10‑ft × 35‑ft guard shack/watchman residence at 1120 Valentine Rd. (Industrial zone)
• Zone change petition ZC 25‑70 to rezone 700 S Auburn Ave. from IND to MU (Mixed‑Use)
• Preliminary Plan petition PP 25‑71 for a 7‑lot, 26‑unit multi‑family subdivision (Mikasa Four LLC) on a 4.59‑acre parcel with gas easements
• Floor comments limited to three minutes per person; no formal action taken on floor items
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the agenda and the October 30 minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved Petition ZC 25‑70, granting a special‑use permit for a 24‑hour watchman/caretaker residence at 1120 Valentine Road, with conditions that the unit be used only by owners or employees and renewed every five years. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 30 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for watchman/caretaker residence at 1120 Valentine Rd (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

MPO Technical Committee

The Technical Committee will consider approving the 2026 meeting schedule and Resolution 2025-1. The meeting includes a presentation on the NMDOT State Rail Plan and a review of 2026 safety performance targets.

• Proposed 2026 Technical Committee meeting schedule (2nd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m.)
• NMDOT State Rail Plan update
• NMDOT Safety Performance Targets (PM 1) for 2026
• Technical Committee Resolution 2025-1

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting and voted to recommend council approval of a revision to Rule No. 2 Application for Services to New Service Locations. The commission heard the electric utility’s September report, showing 85,311 MWh consumed, FY26 YTD revenue of $29,802,732 and expenses of $33,734,701. Water and wastewater operations reported water production of 297.23 million gallons and the installation of two residential and three commercial meters. Capital‑project updates included the Gulledge Road waterline ($135,000) and Ridgeview Drive waterline ($329,000) projects.

• Approval of minutes from the October 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Revision to Rule No. 2 Application for Services to New Service Locations approved by voice vote (8‑0)
• Electric Utility Report: September consumption 85,311 MWh; FY26 YTD revenue $29,802,732; expenses $33,734,701
• Water/Wastewater Report: water production 297.23 million gallons; two residential and three commercial meters installed
• Capital projects: Gulledge Road waterline ($135,000) and Ridgeview Drive waterline ($329,000) slated for completion by Oct. 21, 2025

The commission approved the minutes of the October 8, 2025 regular meeting by voice vote. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the session consisted of financial and operational reports.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission will discuss preliminary budget suggestions and review operations reports. The meeting will also cover the approval of previous meeting minutes and calendar items.

• Approval of October 14, 2025 minutes
• Operations report and preliminary budget discussion
• Calendar discussion for November
• Runway 7-25 repaving project (summer 2026)
• Discussion on helipad at new hospital

The Airport Advisory Commission met on November 11, 2025 and approved the meeting agenda by a 4‑0 vote. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions or resolutions were adopted during the session.

• Approved November 11 agenda (4-0)
• Approved October 14 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including approval of minutes, a $114,027.55 bid for insulated and bare copper wire, and a 17th amendment to the detention center agreement setting a prisoner day rate of $152.26. Council members will also consider a proposed ordinance to increase the maximum loan amount to $4,993,540 to fund a lead service line replacement project. In addition, the council will act on a zoning change request for 700 S Auburn Ave from industrial to mixed‑use and hear a presentation on reclassifying emergency telecommunicators as first responders.

• Approval of bid to Western United Electric Supply for insulated and bare copper wire ($114,027.55)
• Approval of 17th amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement setting prisoner day rate at $152.26
• Adoption of zoning change petition ZC 25‑70 for 700 S Auburn Ave from Industrial to Mixed‑Use
• Proposed ordinance to raise loan limit to $4,993,540 for lead service line replacement project
• Presentation on reclassifying emergency telecommunicators as first responders

The City Council unanimously approved two Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations: a zone change from Industrial to Mixed‑Use at 700 South Auburn Avenue, and preliminary plan approval for a 7‑lot subdivision on Hutton Avenue. The Council also approved the Consent Agenda items, cancelled two upcoming regular meetings, and directed staff to publish a notice of intent for a loan ordinance.

• Approved zone change for 700 S. Auburn Ave from Industrial to Mixed‑Use (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved preliminary plan for 7‑lot subdivision on Hutton Ave (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including bid award to Western United Electric Supply (Resident Business preference $114,027.55) (4‑0 vote)
• Approved amendment to intergovernmental agreement for detention center services setting day rate $152.26 (4‑0 vote)
• Approved warrants payable totaling $19,130,904.50 (4‑0 vote)
• Cancelled regular council meetings on Nov 25 2025 and Dec 23 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent for loan ordinance to fund lead service line replacement (4‑0 vote)

Community Relations Commission

The commission will meet to approve the October 2, 2025 minutes. The agenda includes information updates from subcommittees, City Administration, and the Police Department.

• Approval of October 2, 2025 minutes

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zone change for a property at 700 S Auburn and a preliminary plan for a 26-unit multi-family subdivision. These items are scheduled for further action by the City Council on November 11, 2025.

• Petition ZC 25-70: Request to change 700 S Auburn from Industrial (IND) to Mixed Use (MU) zoning
• Petition PP 25-71: Preliminary Plan for a 7-lot subdivision with 26 multi-family units by Mikasa Four LLC

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 6‑0 to approve Petition ZC 25‑70, changing the property at 700 S Auburn from Industrial to Mixed Use. The commission also voted 6‑0 to approve Petition PP 25‑71, a preliminary plan for a 7‑lot, 26‑unit multi‑family subdivision. Both motions were recommended by staff and passed without opposition. The meeting was adjourned at 3:26 p.m.

• Approved zone change ZC 25‑70 to Mixed Use (6‑0)
• Approved preliminary plan PP 25‑71 for 7‑lot, 26‑unit subdivision (6‑0)
• Approved agenda (6‑0)
• Approved minutes of Oct 16, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to change the zoning of 1.13 acres at 301 and 401 Airport Drive from General Commercial to Mixed Use. The body will also consider contract awards for water and wastewater system repairs and time extensions for road projects.

• Zone change for 1.13 acres at 301 and 401 Airport Drive from GC to MU
• Proposed contract award to AG Solutions, LLC for water and wastewater pumps and motors system repair
• Resolution 2025-2015: Time extension to June 30, 2026, for Foothills Drive Phase III (LGRF Control No. L500575)
• Resolution 2025-2016: Time extension to June 30, 2026, for Foothills Drive Phase III (MAP Control No. L500519)
• Revision to Farmington Electric Utility System’s Rule and Regulation No. 2

The Council approved the consent agenda items, including two time‑extension resolutions for the Foothills Drive Enhancement project and a utility commission recommendation. It adopted a zoning change for 1.13 acres at 301 and 401 Airport Drive from General Commercial to Mixed Use. The Council also awarded the on‑call water and wastewater pump management contract to AG Solutions, LLC.

• Approved Consent Agenda (minutes, utility commission recommendation, Res. 2025-2015, Res. 2025-2016) – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Adopted Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to change zoning of 301 & 401 Airport Drive (Petition No. ZC 25-69) – unanimous voice vote
• Confirmed appointment of Rachel Bartley to Planning and Zoning Commission (term to May 2026) – unanimous voice vote
• Reappointed Carl Winters and Brad Ballard to Administrative Review Board (terms to Oct 2027) – unanimous voice vote
• Reappointed Jesse Whitaker and Stewart Logan to Public Utility Commission (terms to Oct 2028) – unanimous voice vote
• Closed meeting to discuss RFP for water and wastewater pump management – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Awarded RFP for on‑call water and wastewater pump management to AG Solutions, LLC – unanimous voice vote

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board will meet to consider changes to the Public Demonstration Policy. The board will also receive a report from the Library Director regarding a recent book sale.

• Review of Public Demonstration Policy
• Book sale collection total of $11,797.07
• Tomas Lozano Concert on October 28th and 29th

The Library Advisory Board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the Public Demonstration Policy after it was sent to supervisors. The director reported a book‑sale collection of $1,797.07 and a car‑show revenue of $7,500.00. Upcoming events include a Tomas Lozano concert on October 28‑29.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Public Demonstration Policy (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote to adopt Resolution No. 2025-2014, a third revision to the FY2026 budget that raises revenue by $4,702,556 and expenditures by $6,137,905. The council will also adopt Resolution No. 2025-2013, the 2027‑2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan covering $103,424,000 of projects. Staff will recommend approval of a $43,000 MRA incentive for Echos of Teec Nos Pos to renovate 117 W. Main into a Native American art gallery, and approval of the “2026: A Year of Celebration” plan and budget for the city’s 125th and the nation’s 250th anniversaries.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-2014 revising FY2026 budget (revenue $337,939,702; expenditures $392,721,528)
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-2013 adopting the 2027‑2031 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan ($103,424,000 funding)
• Approve up to $43,000 MRA incentive for Echos of Teec Nos Pos gallery at 117 W. Main
• Approve the “2026: A Year of Celebration” plan and budget
• Marketing Division update – information only

The council adopted the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution No. 2025-2013) with four ayes and no nays. It also approved a $52,400 budget for the 125th‑year celebration and a $43,000 incentive for Echos of Teec Nos Pos, both by unanimous voice vote. Additionally, the third revision to the FY2026 budget (Resolution No. 2025-2014) was adopted unanimously.

• Adopted Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution No. 2025-2013) – 4 ayes, 0 nays
• Approved FY2026 budget revision (Resolution No. 2025-2014) – 4 ayes, 0 nays
• Authorized $52,400 budget for 125th‑year celebration – unanimous voice vote
• Approved $43,000 CTED fund incentive for Echos of Teec Nos Pos – unanimous voice vote
• Adjourned meeting at 10:17 a.m. – unanimous voice vote

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will establish a quorum, approve the minutes from the August 19, 2025 regular meeting and the September 23, 2025 special meeting, and receive updates from subcommittees, city staff, and the Mainstreet Advisory Board. Floor comments will be heard but no formal action will be taken on them.

• Approve minutes from August 19, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve minutes from September 23, 2025 special meeting
• Subcommittee updates (information)
• City staff updates on economic development, planning, and administration
• Mainstreet Advisory Board business – Karen Lupton

The commission approved the minutes of the August 19, 2025 regular meeting and the September 23, 2025 special meeting. Commissioners gave updates on their initiatives, and city staff reported on ongoing projects and zone changes. No new business or floor items were presented.

• Approved minutes of August 19 and September 23 meetings (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a zone change for two properties on Airport Drive and a final plat for a subdivision phase. Decisions on these items will be scheduled for the October 28 City Council meeting.

• Petition ZC 25-69: Request to change zoning from General Commercial (GC) to Mixed Use (MU) for 301 and 401 Airport Drive
• Petition FP 25-68: Final plat approval for Phase I (5 of 69 lots) of the Bluffview Meadows Estates P.D. on a 9.56-acre parcel

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved its agenda and the September minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then recommended approval of Petition FP 25‑68 for the final plat of Bluffview Meadows Estates with a condition to finalize technical corrections, also passing 5‑0. Finally, the commission approved Petition ZC 25‑69 to change two parcels on Airport Drive from General Commercial to Mixed‑Use, again by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved final plat petition FP 25-68 with condition to finalize technical corrections (5-0)
• Approved zone change petition ZC 25-69 from GC to MU for 301 and 401 Airport Drive (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission will meet to approve the September 18, 2025, meeting minutes and receive an informational presentation on the museum system. Department updates will be provided by the Parks and Recreation Director and the Cultural Affairs Director.

• Museum System Presentation
• Approval of September 18, 2025, meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission approved the September 18, 2025 minutes with all members in favor. The commission heard a presentation from the new Museum Director about upcoming exhibits and fundraising. Staff reported on upcoming park projects, staffing updates, and seasonal operations. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission will convene at 4:00 p.m. on October 14, 2025 to adopt the meeting agenda, approve the minutes from its September 9, 2025 session, and hear an operations report from Airport Manager Mike Lewis. After the report, the commission will consider business items from the chairman, members, staff, and the floor before adjourning.

• Approve agenda for the October 14, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from the September 9, 2025 Airport Advisory Commission meeting
• Operations report presentation by Airport Manager Mike Lewis
• Business items from chairman, members, staff, and floor
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the October 14, 2025 agenda by a 4‑0 vote and also approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were voted on. The meeting was adjourned at 4:45 p.m.

• Approved October 14, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approval of the September 23 bid awarding $323,560 for relay panels at the Hare Switching Station. It will also act on the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to approve Petition ZC 25‑63, changing six acres in Blocks 15 and 16 of the South Farmington Addition from Industrial to Mixed‑Use. Final actions will be taken on Ordinance 2025‑1379 (Electrical Code Advisory Commission amendment) and Ordinance 2025‑1380 (sale of city‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC). New business will feature staff recognitions, a police recruitment update, and conference briefings.

• Approval of bid awarding $323,560 (plus $15,789.73 estimated taxes) to SEL Engineering Services Inc. for relay panels at the Hare Switching Station
• Approval of Petition ZC 25‑63 to rezone 6 acres (Block 15 & 16, South Farmington Addition) from Industrial to Mixed‑Use
• Final action on Ordinance No. 2025‑1379 – amendment to the Electrical Code Advisory Commission composition
• Final action on Ordinance No. 2025‑1380 – authorization to sell city‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC
• Approval of warrants up to and including October 11, 2025

The council unanimously approved the sale of city‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC (Ordinance 2025‑1380). It also adopted a zoning change from Industrial to Mixed‑Use for six acres at Block 15‑16 of the South Farmington Addition. Additionally, the council directed staff to apply to host the 2026 New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference, to arrange hosting the 2027 Outdoor Economics Conference, and it passed two ordinances updating the Electrical Code Advisory Commission and authorizing the land sale.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-1380 authorizing sale of city land to Tres Ninos LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2025-1379 amending the Electrical Code Advisory Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to rezone 6 acres from Industrial to Mixed Use at Block 15‑16, South Farmington Addition (unanimous)
• Directed staff to apply to host the 2026 New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference (unanimous)
• Directed staff to arrange hosting the 2027 Outdoor Economics Conference, cost $100,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items: minutes of 9/23/2025, bid award for relay panels ($323,560 preference), and warrants payable $36,073,595.77 (unanimous)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board will meet to discuss a request for a variance to the Unified Development Code. The applicant is seeking to reduce required street-side and interior side setbacks for a property on Sullivan Ave.

• Petition ARB 25-66: Request for a 10-foot street-side setback and 5-foot interior side setback at 1705 Sullivan Ave
• Petition ARB 25-66: Request for a variance to Section 5.3.3.A(4) regarding driveway location at corner intersections

The Administrative Review Board approved Petition ARB 25-66, granting a variance to reduce the street‑side setback to 10 feet and the interior side setback to 5 feet for 1705 Sullivan Ave. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. The board also approved the agenda, approved the July 3 meeting minutes, and elected Paul Martin as Vice Chair, each by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved July 3, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Elected Paul Martin as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved variance for 1705 Sullivan Ave, adjusting setbacks (4-0)

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will consider recommending a revision to Rule No. 2 regarding applications for service to new service locations. The meeting will also include operational reports for electric, water, and wastewater utilities.

• Proposed revision to Rule No. 2 (Application for Service to New Service Locations) for City Council approval

The commission approved the minutes of the September 10, 2025 meeting by voice vote. Commissioners Sanchez and Logan moved, and the commission unanimously approved a recommendation to the city council to revise Rule No. 2 (Application for Services to New Service Locations) by voice vote (8-0). No other motions were adopted during the meeting.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote passed)
• Recommended council approval of Rule No. 2 revision (8-0 voice vote)

Community Relations Commission

The commission will vote on the CRC Business Recognition Program and approve the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive informational updates from subcommittees and city staff, including the Police Department. A discussion will be held on a Civic Discourse Forum. No formal action will be taken on floor comments.

• Approval of September 4, 2025 minutes
• Approval of CRC Business Recognition Program
• Discussion of Civic Discourse Forum
• Subcommittee updates (information)
• City staff updates (information)

The commission approved the minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It approved the Business Recognition Program, renaming it the Community Recognition Program. The commission also agreed to form a subcommittee to explore civil discourse topics, with three members volunteering to serve.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Business Recognition Program, renamed Community Recognition Program (motion carried)
• Agreed to form subcommittee on civil discourse topics (volunteers: Ron Price, Hema Deegala, Brandon John)

MPO Policy Committee

The MPO Policy Committee will hold a public hearing and consider the approval of the proposed final FMPO 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes reports from the NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5.

• Public hearing and potential approval of the proposed final FMPO 2050 MTP
• Approval of August 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from NMDOT Planning Bureau and District 5

The committee approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting without opposition. Staff presented the final 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, and the committee adopted it after a recommendation from staff and the Technical Committee, also without opposition. The meeting was adjourned at 10:48 a.m.

• Approved August 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:48 a.m. (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider two zone change petitions for vacant lots: one for a medical building on College Blvd. and another for mixed-use development on South Farmington Blvd. The Commission will also elect new leadership.

• Election of new Chairperson/Vice Chairperson
• Zone change ZC 25-60: RE-1 to OP for 2.5-acre lot at Cactus Trail and College Blvd.
• Zone change ZC 25-63: IND to MU for Blocks 15 and 16 of South Farmington Subdivision
• Approval of June 12, 2025 P&Z meeting minutes
• Petition items scheduled for City Council on October 14, 2025

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 8-0 to approve petition ZC 25-63, changing the zoning of blocks 15 and 16 from Industrial to Mixed Use. The motion was recommended by staff and moved by Vice Chair Waldroup. All other agenda items, including elections and meeting adjournment, passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Elected Ryan Brown as Chair (7-0)
• Elected Cocly Waldroup as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved zone change petition ZC 25-63 to Mixed Use (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

City Council

The council will vote to approve the second revision of the FY2026 budget, increasing total revenue to $333,237,146 and expenditures to $386,583,623. It will also ratify the $322,000 chip seal and overlay contract with American Road Maintenance and the $51,773.40 crack sealant contract with Pavement Sealants and Supply. Additional items include discussion of an ordinance to amend the Electrical Code Advisory Commission and an ordinance to sell city‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC.

• Ratify chip seal and overlay construction award to American Road Maintenance ($322,000)
• Approve crack sealant multi‑term contract to Pavement Sealants and Supply ($51,773.40)
• Approve second revision to FY2026 budget (revenue $333,237,146; expenditures $386,583,623)
• Discuss ordinance to amend composition of the Electrical Code Advisory Commission
• Discuss ordinance to sell city‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC

The City Council adopted the second revision to the FY2026 budget. It confirmed reappointments to two commissions. It passed an ordinance authorizing the sale of city‑owned property to San Juan Regional Kidney Care, LLC.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (meeting minutes, bid ratifications) – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Confirmed reappointments of Doug Dykeman and Tara Taylor to Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission – voice vote unanimous
• Confirmed reappointments of Evan Noel, Jordan Richards, and Kenneth LaCasse to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Commission – voice vote unanimous
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2012 approving second revision to FY2026 budget – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Passed Ordinance No. 2025-1378 authorizing sale of city‑owned property to San Juan Regional Kidney Care, LLC – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Adjourned meeting – voice vote unanimous

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission will consider an MRA incentive application and may forward a recommendation to the City Council. It will also present a draft Arts & Cultural District Plan and may recommend the plan to the Council. No other actions are scheduled.

• Review of MRA Incentive Application – possible recommendation to Council
• Presentation of Draft Arts & Cultural District Plan – possible recommendation to Council

The commission approved awarding up to $43,000 in MRA incentives to Echos of Teec Nos Pos for roofing and HVAC improvements at 117 W. Main Street. The commission also approved the draft Arts & Cultural District Economic Development Plan for recommendation to Council. Both motions were carried.

• Approved up to $43,000 incentive for Echos of Teec Nos Pos (motion carried)
• Approved draft Arts & Cultural District Economic Development Plan (motion carried)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission met to conduct roll call, approve the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes, and receive informational updates from Acting Parks and Recreation Director Andy Decker and Cultural Affairs Director Christa Chapman. No new or old business was scheduled, and no formal actions will be taken on floor comments.

• Informational update from Acting Parks and Recreation Director Andy Decker
• Informational update from Cultural Affairs Director Christa Chapman

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting was adjourned after a unanimous motion.

• Approved August 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The committee will review reports from the Police Chief and Internal Affairs. The meeting includes a potential closed session to discuss and determine outcomes for Internal Affairs cases.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 minutes
• Police Chief Steve Hebbe's report
• Internal Affairs Monthly Report
• Internal Affairs Case Review (Closed Meeting)

The committee approved the minutes of the July 15, 2025 meeting. They voted unanimously to go into closed session for an Internal Affairs case review, then unanimously reopened the meeting.

• Approved July 15 minutes (motion carried)
• Entered closed session for Internal Affairs case review (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting after closed session (unanimous)

MPO Technical Committee

The Farmington MPO Technical Committee will review the final proposed 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) and consider recommending its approval to the Policy Committee. The committee will also approve the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. Members will provide updates on a range of entity projects, including the East Aztec Arterial Phase II, Sunset Ave. sidewalk and ADA improvements, and several bridge replacements. NMDOT will give updates from its Planning Bureau and District 5, and staff will discuss information items related to federal transportation bill reauthorization.

• Review and recommendation of the final 2050 MTP ($900 million in projects) to the Policy Committee
• Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2025 Technical Committee meeting
• Entity project updates such as East Aztec Arterial Phase II, Sunset Ave. sidewalk & ADA improvements, and CR 3000 Bridge Replacement
• NMDOT updates: Planning Bureau summit announcements and District 5 project expiration status
• Information item on MPO staff work for the upcoming federal transportation bill reauthorization

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will receive an electric utility report, a director’s report, a GIS software presentation, an operations report, and a capital improvement program report. No formal action will be taken on public comments. The meeting follows routine agenda items and will adjourn after the reports.

• Electric Utility Report – presented by Sheree Wilson
• Director's Report – presented by Hank Adair
• Futura Flex GIS Software Presentation – presented by Jerri Lee, FEUS Lead GIS Analyst
• O&M Water/Wastewater Operations Report – presented by Devin Flaherty
• CIP Water/Wastewater Report – presented by Mark Hathcock

Commissioner Degner moved to approve the minutes of the August 13, 2025 regular meeting, and Commissioner Sanchez seconded the motion. The motion passed by voice vote. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission will receive an operations report and review AIP projects. Commissioners will discuss FAA Part 139 inspection findings, upcoming runway reconstruction, and the development of monthly airport fee structures. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FAA Part 139 inspection identified 8 corrective actions (rain‑related washouts, paint reflectivity, prairie dog mounds, inspection timing)
• Runway 7‑25 rebuild remains slated for 2026
• Memo from US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy nullifies grant‑assurance responsibilities for climate and equity goals
• Airport manager working on monthly lease, landing, departure and parking fees to meet the city’s grant share
• June load factors: FMN‑DEN 70.76%, DEN‑FMN 66.04% (peak week 81.33%); May load factor 62%

The Airport Advisory Commission approved the July 8, 2025 agenda by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

• Approved July 8, 2025 agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 10, 2025 minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Farmington City Council will vote on the consent agenda items, including approval of the bid award for a 15kV three‑source automatic transfer system at a total awarded amount of $141,949.09 plus estimated taxes of $11,622.08. The council will also consider a purchase agreement to buy about 1.13 acres at 301 and 401 Airport Drive for $123,600, and adopt two resolutions supporting an electric‑vehicle infrastructure project and a Water Trust Board application for the Farmington Lake Dam Spillway Raise Project. New business includes confirming an alternate municipal judge appointment and presentations on branding for the Market Pavilion and the 125th Year of Celebration.

• Approve bid award to Consolidated Electrical Distributors, Inc. for 15kV automatic transfer system – $141,949.09 (+ $11,622.08 taxes)
• Approve purchase agreement for ~1.13 acres at 301 & 401 Airport Drive – $123,600
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑2010 supporting the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑2011 authorizing application to Water Trust Board for Farmington Lake Dam Spillway Raise Project
• Confirm appointment of Alternate Municipal Judge Brian Erickson, effective Oct 5 2025

The Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda, which included minutes, a bid award for a 15kV transfer system, a land purchase agreement, two resolutions, and warrants payable. Councilors also appointed Brian Erickson as Part‑Time Municipal Judge. Staff was directed to move forward with branding for the Market Pavilion and the 125th‑year celebration logo, and to publish notices of intent for two proposed ordinances.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, bid award, land purchase, two resolutions, warrants) 3‑0
• Approved purchase agreement for 1.13 acres at 301 & 401 Airport Drive for $123,600 3‑0
• Appointed Brian Erickson as Part‑Time Municipal Judge 3‑0
• Directed staff to proceed with branding design for Market Pavilion at Gateway Park (consensus)
• Selected yellow logo (Option #3) for 125th Year Celebration 2026 (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent for Electrical Code Advisory Commission ordinance 3‑0
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent for sale of City‑owned land to Tres Ninos LLC 3‑0

Community Relations Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the July 3, 2025 meeting. A motion to add a civil discourse forum discussion to the next agenda was accepted. The meeting was adjourned at 5:17 p.m.

• Approved July 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Agreed to include civil discourse forum discussion on next agenda (consensus)

City Council

The City Council voted unanimously to approve the three consent‑agenda items: the August 12 meeting minutes, the intergovernmental agreement with San Juan County for the Alternative Response Unit program, and the amendment for behavioral health services. The Council also adopted Resolution No. 2025‑2009, designating September 17‑23, 2025 as Constitution Week. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement for ARU program (4‑0)
• Approved third amendment to intergovernmental agreement for behavioral health services (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑2009 declaring Constitution Week (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission voted to approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Evan Noel, seconded by Carla Stimac, and passed with all members in favor. No other actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Farmington Public Library Advisory Board will meet to review and approve policy changes, including a Group Visit Policy and a Proctoring Policy. The board will also discuss upcoming events and welcome a new member.

• Review and approve Group Visit Policy
• Review and approve Proctoring Policy
• Welcome new Board Member Casey Hazelwood
• Book Sale scheduled for August 23-27
• Volunteers needed for Book Sale

The advisory board unanimously approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the amended Group Visit Policy after a motion and second. The Proctoring Policy will be reviewed at the next meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved amended Group Visit Policy (unanimous)

City Council

The Council adopted Resolution No. 2025-2008 revising the FY2026 budget with unanimous support. It approved $330,000 for Fairgrounds Road and soccer complex parking upgrades and accepted a $75,000 donation of shade structures for Cottonwood Landing. The city also approved the purchase of 0.844 acres at 744 West Animas Street for $117,500 and set new salary levels for the City Clerk and City Attorney. Additionally, the wave feature in the Animas River was officially named “Gatewave.”

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2008 revising FY2026 budget (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved $330,000 Fairgrounds Road and soccer complex parking improvements (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved donation of three shade structures valued at $75,000 from River Reach Foundation (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved naming of the Animas River wave feature as “Gatewave” (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Agreement for 0.844 acres at 744 West Animas St for $117,500 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Reclassified City Clerk paygrade to “P” and set salary to $105,000; set City Attorney salary to $155,500 (voice vote, unanimous)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The members reached a consensus to recommend approval of a rezoning request for 107 W. Maple Street, changing its designation from Industrial to Mixed‑Use. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 107 W. Maple St from Industrial to Mixed‑Use (consensus)

MPO Technical Committee

The Technical Committee is discussing draft chapters of the 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan focusing on freight, transit, and safety. Members are also providing status updates on various regional entity projects.

• Presentation of 2050 MTP draft chapters on Freight, Transit, and Safety
• Update on the Four Corners Freight Rail Project, supported by a $4 million CRISI grant
• Status updates on the East Pinon Hills Blvd Extension (Phases II and III)
• Updates on the East Aztec Arterial Phase II and East Blanco Bridge projects
• Review of the US 550 repavement rehabilitation project from Aztec to the Colorado state line

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission will meet to receive quarterly financial reports for the general utility and water/wastewater services. The body will also review operational reports for electric and water/wastewater systems, including a capital improvement project update.

• Utility Financial Statements Quarterly Report
• Water/Wastewater Quarterly Financial Report
• Electric Utility Report
• O&M Water/Wastewater Operations Report
• Water/Wastewater CIP Update

The Board approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 regular meeting by voice vote. No other motions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The remainder of the meeting consisted of financial and operational reports from the electric, water, and wastewater utilities.

• Approved July 9, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Electrical Code Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the interpretation of the electrical code regarding low-voltage raceways and emergency connect/reconnect procedures. Members will also review the Electrical 3-month Report.

• Discussion on low-voltage raceway electrical code interpretation
• Review of emergency connect/reconnect procedures
• Review of the Electrical 3-month Report

City Council

The council approved the consent agenda, which included adoption of Resolution 2025‑2005 for Phase 1 of the Animas River North Extension project, participation in state road‑fund programs for the 30th Street resurfacing, and payment of warrants totaling $28,337,993.45. Councilors also confirmed Whitney Chavez to the Planning and Zoning Commission, designated voting delegates for the New Mexico Municipal League, cancelled the September 16 work session, adopted Ordinance 2025‑1377 establishing a city truck route, and awarded a professional‑engineering contract to MW Resource, Inc. All motions passed unanimously or with four ayes and no nays.

• Approved Phase 1 of Animas River North Extension (consent agenda, 4‑0)
• Approved participation in Local Government Road Fund for 30th Street Resurfacing (consent agenda, 4‑0)
• Approved warrants payable $28,337,993.45 (consent agenda, 4‑0)
• Confirmed Whitney Chavez to Planning and Zoning Commission (unanimous)
• Designated Councilor Jakino as voting delegate and Councilor Rodgers as alternate for NM Municipal League (unanimous)
• Cancelled September 16, 2025 City Council Work Session (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑1377 establishing a city truck route (unanimous)
• Awarded professional‑engineering services contract to MW Resource, Inc. (unanimous)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board approved its agenda and the July 3 minutes unanimously. It denied Petition ARB 25-44, rejecting a request for a 37‑foot, 288‑sq‑ft billboard at 3301 E Main St. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved July 3 minutes (3-0)
• Denied Petition ARB 25-44 for billboard variance (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Council unanimously approved the Consent Agenda items, adopted the FY2025 final quarter financial report, and adopted the FY2026 final budget. It also passed the Community Development Block Grant 2025 Action Plan, reappointed members to the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board, and appointed a city representative to Farmers Mutual Ditch. Additionally, the Council adopted two ordinances: one transferring city‑owned land to the Family Crisis Center and another amending the Lodgers’ Tax provisions. All votes were 4‑0 in favor.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, surplus property, PERA fire, PERA police, liquor license) (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2001 approving the CDBG 2025 Annual Action Plan (4-0)
• Reappointed Judy Contreras and Amy Henkenius to the Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board (4-0)
• Appointed Rochelle Brown as City representative to Farmers Mutual Ditch (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2002 approving FY2025 final quarter financial report (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2003 adopting the FY2026 final budget (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-2004 establishing regular meeting days, times and places (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1375 transferring city‑owned land to the Family Crisis Center (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission approved the June 19, 2025 minutes. It approved an agreement of support for Shawn Varley's Eagle Scout project to build ten bat houses along the river trails. It also recommended six names for the wave feature to the mayor and city council. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved agreement of support for Eagle Scout bat house project (all in favor)
• Recommended six wave feature names to mayor and council (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The committee approved the minutes of the May 20, 2025 meeting. They voted unanimously to go into a closed session for an Internal Affairs case review. After the closed session, they voted unanimously to reopen the meeting for further business. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Entered closed session for Internal Affairs case review (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting for further business (unanimous)

City Council

The Council voted to direct staff to publish a notice of intent to consider adopting the proposed truck‑route ordinance. The appointment of Brandon Drake to the Citizen Police Advisory Committee was confirmed by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 9:18 a.m. by unanimous voice vote.

• Directed staff to publish notice of intent to adopt truck‑route ordinance (3 aye, 0 nay)
• Confirmed appointment of Brandon Drake to Citizen Police Advisory Committee (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:18 a.m. (unanimous voice vote)

MPO Technical Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 Technical Committee meeting, with the motion passing unopposed. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed with no opposition.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unopposed)
• Adjourned the meeting (no opposition)

Public Utility Commission

The Board of Public Utility Commissioners approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No other motions or votes were taken during the July 9 session. The meeting was adjourned at 4:11 p.m. after a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission met on June 10, 2025 and voted 5-0 to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. Airport Manager Mike Lewis gave operational updates, including smooth SkyWest and TSA operations, drainage issues from recent rain, a restaurant RFP awarded to No Worries, and a state grant for a flight simulator. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

• Approved June 10, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including a $307,963.77 electric regulator purchase and $27,388,600.04 in warrants. It also approved a $50,000 CTED fund incentive for TCB Properties, appointed Casey Hazelwood to the Library Board, adopted the eleventh FY2025 budget revision and an Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan that adds a $4,000,000 Farmington Lake Dam spillway raise, directed staff to study a speed‑camera pilot, and awarded the public‑defender contract to Patscheck Law, PC.

• Approved consent agenda items (electric regulator purchase $307,963.77 and warrants $27,388,600.04) – unanimous
• Approved $50,000 CTED fund incentive for TCB Properties renovation – unanimous
• Confirmed appointment of Casey Hazelwood to Library Board – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1997, eleventh FY2025 budget revision – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1998, Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan adding $4,000,000 dam raise – unanimous
• Directed staff to conduct due diligence on a speed‑camera pilot program – unanimous
• Awarded public defender services contract to Patscheck Law, PC – unanimous

Community Relations Commission

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting. It also approved a letter to be sent to schools promoting civility and youth involvement. Other agenda items were informational updates with no votes taken.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved school civility and youth‑involvement letter (motion carried)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board approved Petition ARB 25-42, granting a variance to reduce the interior side-yard setback from 8 feet to 6 feet for the property at 805 S. Laguna Ave. The motion was made by Board Member Martin, seconded by Ballard, and passed unanimously 4-0. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved variance ARB 25-42 for 805 S. Laguna Ave. (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution No. 2025‑1995) covering 26 projects for FY 2027‑2031. It also approved the purchase agreement with the Family Crisis Center for 2.75 acres at $2,100,000 and adopted a special‑use permit for a drive‑through window at 305 East 20th St. Additional actions included confirming Sam Todd’s appointment to the Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission and reappointing four members to the Citizen Police Advisory Committee.

• Adopted Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution No. 2025‑1995) – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Approved purchase agreement with Family Crisis Center for 2.75 acres at $2,100,000 – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Approved special‑use permit (Petition No. SUP 25‑38) for drive‑through at 305 East 20th St – unanimous voice vote
• Confirmed appointment of Sam Todd to Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission – unanimous voice vote
• Reappointed Matt Clugston, Terry Hayes, Michelle Meyering, Patricia Simpson to Citizen Police Advisory Committee – unanimous voice vote
• Approved minutes of May 27 2025 regular meeting – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Approved minutes of June 10 2025 regular meeting – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Approved bid for multi‑term base course and asphalt contract – 4 aye, 0 nay

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission unanimously approved the April 17, 2025 meeting minutes. They also unanimously approved the Open Meeting Resolution. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and passed unanimously. No new business or substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Open Meeting Resolution (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

City Council

The Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2025-1994, the tenth revision to the FY2025 budget. It also unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1374, which establishes residential and commercial sanitation service charges. A motion to close the meeting for discussion of legal services proposals passed unanimously, and the meeting was later reopened by voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1994 (FY2025 budget revision) (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1374 establishing sanitation service charges (4-0)
• Closed meeting to discuss professional legal services proposals (4-0)
• Reopened meeting by voice vote (unanimous)

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 15, 2025 regular meeting. It also voted to recommend the MRA incentive application submitted by Dom Vallejos for renovating the apartment complex at 218 N. Allen to the City Council, without setting a specific dollar amount. Both motions were carried.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved recommendation of Dom Vallejos renovation incentive (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 7‑0 to recommend and approve Petition SUP 25-38, granting a special use permit for a drive‑thru window in the Local Neighborhood Commercial district at 305 E 20th St. The motion passed unanimously. The July 10, 2025 meeting was cancelled and the next petition is set for July 24, 2025.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 29 minutes (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit petition SUP 25-38 for drive‑thru at 305 E 20th St (7-0)
• Approved zone change and SUP 25-19 for McDonald’s on 20th St on consent agenda (vote not recorded)
• Cancelled July 10, 2025 meeting (no petitions)
• Scheduled next petition for July 24, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Utility Commission

The Farmington Public Utility Commission approved the minutes of its May 14, 2025 regular meeting by voice vote. No other motions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned with no further business.

• Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The Council approved the Consent Agenda items, including minutes of the May 20 work session and warrants payable of $28,048,386.43. It adopted the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations for two zone changes. The Council adopted a proclamation and Resolution No. 2025-1992 placing additional fireworks restrictions because of severe drought. It also adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1373 and Resolution No. 2025-1993, and directed staff to pursue public‑private partnerships at Anesi Park and Gateway Park.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes and $28,048,386.43 warrants) – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Adopted Planning and Zoning Commission Consent Agenda for two zone changes – unanimous voice vote
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1992 restricting fireworks during severe drought – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-1373 amending Unified Development Code – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-1993 establishing municipal officers election date – 4 aye, 0 nay
• Directed staff to solicit public‑private partnership letters for off‑grid glamping at Anesi Park – consensus
• Directed staff to solicit public‑private partnership letters for a temporary surf shop at Gateway Park – consensus

Community Relations Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the May 1, 2025 regular meeting. The motion was moved by Brandon John, seconded by Joseph Martinez, and carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Administrative Review Board

The Administrative Review Board unanimously approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 6 meeting. It then approved Petition ARB 25-18, granting a two‑foot interior setback and a 50‑foot lot width at 211 N Auburn Avenue, contingent on a zone change to Mixed Use. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved variance ARB 25-18 for 211 N Auburn Ave, allowing 2‑ft setback and 50‑ft lot width, contingent on zone change (5-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the agenda and minutes by unanimous vote. It then voted 5‑0 to approve petition ZC 25‑31, changing the zoning of 1289 West Main Street from Industrial to General Commercial. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 15 meeting (5-0)
• Approved zone change petition ZC 25‑31 to General Commercial (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the May 13 meeting, a $15,750 crime‑reduction grant, and two resolutions removing uncollectible accounts. It also approved Resolution 2025‑1991 to move forward with the East Pifion Hills Boulevard Extension Project and to request FY2026 transportation funds. The Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda was approved except for two petitions, which the mayor removed for a separate quasi‑judicial hearing. No final action was taken on those petitions.

• Approved minutes of May 13, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved Crime Reduction Grant ID 2026‑20 for $15,750 (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑1989 removing uncollectible city accounts (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑1990 removing uncollectible utility accounts (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑1991 for East Pifion Hills Boulevard Extension Project and request for NM DOT FY2026 funds (4‑0)
• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda except Petition Nos. ZC 25‑12 and PP 25‑13 (unanimous)
• Removed Petition Nos. ZC 25‑12 and PP 25‑13 from Consent Agenda for quasi‑judicial hearing (unanimous)
• No decision made on Petition Nos. ZC 25‑12 and PP 25‑13; hearing to be scheduled

Citizen Police Advisory Committee

The Citizen Police Advisory Committee approved the March 18, 2025 minutes and the Open Meetings Resolution. A motion to enter closed session for an Internal Affairs case review was approved unanimously, and a subsequent motion to reopen the meeting was also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Open Meetings Resolution (motion carried)
• Entered closed session for Internal Affairs case review (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting for further business (unanimous)

City Council

The council unanimously approved $1,117,527 in CTED funds for Boundless Journey Adventure Park, Gateway Park, North Farmington Ditch and Whitewater Wave, and the North Animas Trail extension. It also approved $10,000 and $9,000 ORII sponsorships for Cliffhangers Four Wheel Drive Club and Glade Runners MC, adopted the FY2025 budget revision (Resolution 2025‑1988), set the regular work‑session schedule, and awarded the Four Corners Regional Airport restaurant concession to No Worries Sports Bar.

• Approved $1,117,527 CTED funding for four projects (unanimously by voice vote)
• Approved $10,000 ORII sponsorship for Cliffhangers Four Wheel Drive Club (unanimously by voice vote)
• Approved $9,000 ORII sponsorship for Glade Runners MC (unanimously by voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑1988 FY2025 budget revision (4-0)
• Adopted regular work‑session schedule resolution (4-0)
• Awarded Four Corners Regional Airport restaurant concession to No Worries Sports Bar (unanimously by voice vote)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission met on May 15, 2025. The agenda was approved with a 5‑0 vote, and item #7 was noted as tabled. The minutes of the April 24, 2025 meeting were also approved by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were decided during this session.

• Approved agenda (5-0) – item #7 tabled
• Approved minutes of April 24, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Rezoning petition ZC 25-12 & PP 25-13 discussed; no decision recorded

MPO Technical Committee

The Technical Committee approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting without opposition. It also approved FFY2024-2029 TIP Amendment #7, which adds the Bergh Lane Reconsructon project to the TIP, again unopposed. The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 am with no opposition.

• Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unopposed)
• Approved FFY2024-2029 TIP Amendment #7 adding Bergh Lane Reconsructon project (unopposed)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:25 am (unopposed)

Public Utility Commission

The Public Utility Commission approved the minutes of the April 9, 2025 regular and budget meetings by voice vote. It passed a recommendation for the city council to write off $107,974.35 in inactive utility accounts aged over four years with balances of $0.01 or more. The commission also confirmed the established date and time for its meetings per the Open Meetings Resolution, again by voice vote.

• Approve April 9, 2025 regular meeting minutes (voice vote passed)
• Approve April 9, 2025 budget meeting minutes (voice vote passed)
• Recommend city council approve write‑off of $107,974.35 inactive utility accounts (voice vote passed)
• Confirm Open Meetings Resolution date/time for commission meetings (voice vote passed)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Farmington Airport Advisory Commission met on April 8, 2025. The agenda for the meeting was approved by a 3‑0 vote. The minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting were also approved by a 3‑0 vote. No other actions were decided.

• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (3-0)

Electrical Code Advisory Committee

The Electrical Code Advisory Committee approved the February 11 2025 meeting minutes, approved the corrected/revised US‑9 drawing in the meter and service guide, and approved the Open Meetings Act resolution, each with no objections. The review of an Electrical Permit Application was tabled for later consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 1:56 p.m.

• Approved Feb 11 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved corrected/revised US‑9 drawing in meter and service guide (unanimous)
• Approved Open Meetings Act Resolution (unanimous)
• Tabled review of Electrical Permit Application
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved a Special Use Permit for a cannabis cultivation facility at 1112 Madison Lane in the industrial district, subject to inspection, odor mitigation, a five‑year term, and a clause that voids the permit if use stops for 12 months. The council also adopted a resolution setting regular council meetings for the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, and directed staff to publish notice of intent to amend parking requirements. Additional consent‑agenda items, including prior meeting minutes and warrants payable of $27,606,873.12, were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes and warrants payable $27,606,873.12) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Planning and Zoning Consent Agenda items, excluding Petition SUP 25-16 – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Special Use Permit for cannabis cultivation at 1112 Madison Lane with conditions (a)–(d) – unanimous voice vote
• Adopted resolution setting regular council meetings to second and fourth Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. at 800 Municipal Drive – 3 ayes, 0 nay
• Directed staff to publish notice of intent to consider parking ordinance amendment – 3 ayes, 0 nay
• Adjourned meeting at 6:11 p.m. – unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council held a special work session to review the Fiscal Year 2026 preliminary budget, with presentations on revenue sources and departmental allocations. No formal budget approvals or amendments were made during the meeting. The council noted the upcoming adoption deadline of July 22, 2025. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Community Relations Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. It also approved the Open Meetings Resolutions as presented. Both motions carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Open Meetings Resolutions (motion carried)

Lodgers' Tax Advisory Board

The board approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. The FY26 Lodger’s Tax Budget was presented, showing a projected $133,000 increase to about $1.7 million in revenue. The budget was approved unanimously, allocating 70% of net revenue to the Farmington Convention & Visitors Bureau and the remaining 30% to the Sandstone Amphitheater, Civic Center, and Totah Theater.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY26 Lodger’s Tax Budget with $133,000 projected increase (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included three electric bids, the senior‑center infrastructure plan, and two new restaurant liquor licenses. It also approved the purchase of four downtown sculpture pieces for the permanent art collection and confirmed several appointments and reappointments. Separate votes awarded merchant services to Wells Fargo Bank and awarded cultural‑resource and environmental‑assessment contracts to designated firms.

• Consent agenda items (minutes, three electric bids, senior‑center plan, two liquor licenses) approved unanimously
• Purchase of four downtown sculptures ($3,750; $13,500; $5,250; $3,975) approved unanimously
• Amy Henkenius appointed to Lodgers’ Tax Advisory Board (voice vote unanimous)
• Reappointment of five Community Relations Commission members approved unanimously
• Merchant services contract awarded to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (voice vote unanimous)
• Cultural‑resource archaeological contracts awarded to San Juan County Museum Association (primary) and SWCA Environmental Consultants (secondary) (voice vote unanimous)
• Environmental‑assessment contracts awarded to SWCA Environmental Consultants (primary) and Animas Environmental Services LLC (secondary); NV5 offer rejected (voice vote unanimous)
• Closed meeting motion to discuss RFPs for merchant services and cultural‑resource assessments carried unanimously

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously, ending the meeting at 6:59 p.m. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board approved the amended February 18, 2025 minutes. The Library Card Policy was placed on hold pending further research. Upcoming events such as the Car Show on June 21 and author talk on April 22 were announced. The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 pm.

• Approved amended February 18, 2025 minutes (all approved)
• Library Card Policy put on hold for further research
• Motion to adjourn adopted at 5:00 pm

City Council

The Council approved Resolution No. 2025-1986, the eighth revision to the FY2025 budget. The motion passed with three ayes (Rodgers, Buck, Jakino), no nays, and one absent councilor. The Council also directed staff to confirm which 2024 downtown sculptures are available for purchase and to present those options at the next meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved FY2025 budget revision (Resolution 2025-1986) – 3 ayes, 0 nays
• Directed staff to confirm available 2024 sculptures and present options at next meeting
• Adjourned meeting – voice vote unanimous

Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting. They also approved the Open Meetings Resolution as presented. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Feb 18 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Open Meetings Resolution (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 27 meeting by a 6-0 vote. Commissioners heard a petition (ZC 25-12) to change a single‑family residential lot to a Planned Development zone, and staff recommended approval with conditions. No motion, vote, or formal decision on the rezoning request was recorded.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 27 minutes (6-0)
• No formal action taken on rezoning petition ZC 25-12

Public Utility Commission

The Board approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 regular meeting by voice vote. No other business or motions were presented. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2025 regular meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Public Utility Commission

The Board voted by voice to recommend City Council approval of the FY2026 Water Utility Budget, the FY2026 Wastewater Utility Budget, and the FY2026 Electric Utility Budget. Each motion was carried after being offered and seconded by commissioners. The meeting was adjourned at 2:17 pm by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved FY2026 Water Utility Budget recommendation (voice vote)
• Approved FY2026 Wastewater Utility Budget recommendation (voice vote)
• Approved FY2026 Electric Utility Budget recommendation (voice vote)

Airport Advisory Commission

The Airport Advisory Commission met on March 11, 2025 and unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the February 11, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved February 11 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Council approved several consent‑agenda items, including the March 25 minutes, a bid award to Western United Electric Supply, a liquor‑license transfer, and warrants payable of $25,937,962.78. It adopted the Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation to rezone 48.95 acres at 2220 Dustin Avenue to mixed‑use and grant a special‑use permit for an eating establishment with ADA parking. Councilors designated Janis Jakino as the voting delegate for the NM Municipal League District 1 election and adopted Resolution 2025‑1985 on public‑meeting notice. Finally, the Council awarded the electric‑generation construction and maintenance contract to TRC Construction Inc.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Western United Electric Supply for 15kV cable (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Dispenser Liquor License No. DIS-000748 to BW Gas & Convenience (Allsup’s #102475) (unanimous)
• Approved warrants payable totaling $25,937,962.78 (unanimous)
• Approved zoning change of 48.95 acres at 2220 Dustin Avenue to MU district and special‑use permit with three ADA parking spaces (unanimous)
• Designated Councilor Janis Jakino as voting delegate for NM Municipal League District 1 election (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑1985 for annual public‑meeting notice determination (unanimous)
• Awarded electric generation construction and maintenance contract to TRC Construction Inc. (unanimous)

Community Relations Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the March 6 meeting. It accepted the revised Complaint Procedure document. It also approved the condensed outreach letter with added bullet points and contact information.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted changes to the Complaint Procedure document (motion carried)
• Approved the condensed business outreach letter with additions (motion carried)

Planning & Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of Petition ZC 25-10, changing the site at 2220 N. Dustin Ave from Single Family‑7 to Mixed Use and granting a Special Use Permit for an on‑site eating establishment that serves liquor. Approval is conditioned on adding one accessible parking space to the golf course lot, bringing the total to three. The agenda and the minutes of the March 13 meeting were also approved unanimously (5-0 each).

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 13 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Petition ZC 25-10 – zone change to Mixed Use and liquor permit, with condition of one accessible parking space (5-0)

City Council

The council approved several items on the consent agenda, including minutes, appointments, a property purchase, and two resolutions. It accepted two zoning changes recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The council also awarded the “Story of Farmington” exhibition contract to Reich&Petch and approved execution of agreements for the Riverview Solar and Battery Storage Project. All motions passed by voice vote with four ayes and no nays.

• Approved March 11 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Confirmed Tyson Quail appointment as Liquor Hearing Officer (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 0.81 acres at 107 West Maple St for $262,900 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-1983 for Wildflower Parkway resurfacing project (4-0)
• Approved zoning change for 3315 Iles Ave to General Commercial (4-0)
• Confirmed Sonseeahray Rodriquez appointment to Community Relations Commission (4-0)
• Awarded “Story of Farmington” exhibition contract to Reich&Petch (4-0)
• Approved execution of agreements for Riverview Solar and Battery Storage Project (4-0)

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission

The commission voted to approve the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn the March 20, 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved February 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)