Gallup public meetings in 2023

City Council

The regular Gallup City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. has been canceled. No business will be conducted at that time.

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation in which the City of Gallup may become a participant. The session is authorized under New Mexico law and is not open to the public. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session on threatened or pending litigation involving the City of Gallup
• Session held at City Manager's Conference Room, 110 West Aztec Avenue

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on funding for Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital. The agenda includes only this discussion/action item, along with routine procedural items like roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion/Action: Potential funding for Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss the concept design for a new library. The board will also review the 2024 board slate and discuss next steps for the Capital Campaign.

• New Library Concept Design discussion
• Review of 2024 Board Slate and meeting schedule
• Capital Campaign next-steps review
• Approval of August through November Library Cash Revenues and Circulation Statistics
• Approval of August 17, 2023, meeting minutes

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District board is meeting to discuss several downtown projects, including an alley infrastructure replacement, the Lexington Hotel status, and a lighted streetliner project. The board will also hear updates on housing initiatives, a music concert series grant, and a safety assessment. No voting items are on the agenda.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal Avenue & Aztec Avenue
• Lexington Hotel status update
• Lighted Streetliner project with Hinkley Signs and Supersmith jewelry
• Rex Museum and City Parking neon sign restorations scheduled for late January/early February
• BID downtown event marketing reimbursement grant for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a regular monthly meeting to approve minutes from November 17, 2023, and receive reports on finances, maintenance, housing management, and an executive director update. No old or new business action items or closed session are listed. The meeting is open to the public with a comment period.

• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2023
• Financial report
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management report (Public Housing and HCV)
• Executive director update

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to rezone 0.221 acres at 2442 E. Aztec Avenue from Mobile Home Park to Heavy Commercial, and a city-initiated annexation of about 45.5 acres south of Gallup along Dusty Road and Cipriano Avenue. The commission will also review November building permits and recent City Council actions. Staff recommends approval for both items.

• Rezone 0.221 acres at 2442 E. Aztec Avenue from Mobile Home Park (MHP) to Heavy Commercial (HC) for non-retail commercial use
• Annexation of 45.507 acres (Lewis Annexation) via Ordinance No. S2024-1, with initial zoning of Rural Residential
• Annexation includes dedication of Cipriano Avenue as 60-foot right-of-way
• November 2023 Building Permit Activity Report
• City Council Actions Taken (information item)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on several consent agenda items and discussion topics, including accepting a $787,500 state law enforcement recruitment fund, extending the Business Improvement District to 2028, and revising the city's vendors ordinance. They will also consider budget adjustments for the Fox Run Golf Course and approve grant agreements for police traffic safety programs.

• Accept $787,500 from NM Law Enforcement Recruitment Fund over 3 years
• Ordinance C2023-6: Extend Business Improvement District to 2028
• Ordinance C2023-5: Revise vendors ordinance (Title 3, Chapter 4)
• Budget adjustment of $332,000 for Fox Run Golf Course effluent line and pump rental
• Approve NM DOT grants totaling $52,870 for police traffic safety programs

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a work session to discuss a single agenda item: the BNSF Railway Special Project. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion only, followed by a motion to adjourn.

• BNSF Railway Special Project discussion

City Council

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation in which either body may become a participant. The session is authorized under state law and is not open to the public.

• Joint closed session with McKinley County Board of Commissioners
• Discussion of threatened or pending litigation
• Meeting at 207 West Hill Avenue, McKinley County Courthouse Extension

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will vote on changing its regular meeting day to the third Wednesday of the month and on postponing the next meeting until January 17, 2024. The board will also discuss FY24 NMCB grant MOUs, court-appointed community service clean-ups, and a possible mulching machine for composting tree branches.

• Vote to move KGCB meetings to 3rd Wednesday of the month
• Vote to postpone next meeting until January 17, 2024
• Discussion of FY24 NMCB grant MOUs
• Discussion of court-appointed community service clean-ups
• Discussion of possible mulching machine for composting tree branches

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to receive reports on facility improvements at the Sports Complex and Veterans Park, discuss spectator safety and alcohol enforcement, and consider requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. The City Parks Director will report on future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell. Committee and league reports will cover youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult leagues.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety enforcement: no alcohol, spectator behavior
• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• City Parks Director report on capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell
• Review of Commission Charter and youth safety policies

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District, Inc. will hold its annual public informational meeting virtually on November 29, 2023. The agenda contains only meeting logistics and no specific items for decision or discussion.

• Annual public informational meeting
• Virtual meeting via Zoom

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on several items, including a $1.26 million construction contract for the Coal Avenue alley project, a $100,000 budget adjustment for a Fourth of July drone show, an ordinance to move city elections to November, and a resolution to condemn a fire-damaged property. They will also consider consent agenda items like a $55,000 fire tax budget adjustment and street closures for the Christmas parade.

• Award $1,262,065.50 contract to Star Paving for Coal Avenue Commons alley Phase II
• Approve $100,000 budget adjustment for Pixis Drones July 4, 2024 drone show
• Adopt Ordinance C2023-4 to move city elections to November odd-numbered years
• Approve $100,000 emergency funding for Lexington from McKinley County and Navajo Nation
• Condemn property at 109 and 109B East Hill Avenue due to fire damage

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board's regular meeting has been postponed from Nov 17 to Nov 29, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Solid Waste Department Headquarters and via Zoom. No agenda items are listed.

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting on November 17, 2023. The board will consider a resolution to write off delinquent rentals from former tenants, and will receive reports on the FY2023 audit, finances, maintenance, housing management, and an update from the executive director.

• Resolution to approve write-off of delinquent rentals of former tenants for June 22, 2023 through November 17, 2023
• FY2023 Audit Exit Conference with Hinkle & Landers
• Report on financial reports and status of FY2023 audit
• Report on maintenance management
• Report on housing management (public housing and HCV)

Library Advisory Board

The regular meeting of the Octavia Fellin Public Library Advisory Board scheduled for November 16, 2023, has been canceled because a quorum was not reached. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District (BID) Board will meet to approve the agenda, minutes, and monthly financial reports. They will discuss updates on the alley infrastructure replacement project, the Lexington Hotel status, the local LEDA program, and other items. No voting items are listed.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• Lexington Hotel operations funding options
• Local Gallup LEDA program discussion
• Lighted Streetliner project with Hinkley Signs and Supersmith
• BID event marketing reimbursement grant to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District

City Council

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint work session to receive overviews of the Transportation Master Plan and the Growth Management Master Plan update from the Planning and Development Director. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.

• Transportation Master Plan overview
• Growth Management Master Plan update

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including accepting donations and grants for fire department equipment, and will discuss two funding requests for the Octavia Fellin Public Library: a $100,000 legislative grant for the FAME project and $20,764.26 from general fund reserves to repair vandalism damage. The meeting also includes a presentation on outdoor recreation development.

• Accept $2,000 donation for smoke alarms
• Accept $2,965 grant for pediatric restraints
• Approve $2,000 budget adjustment for ReCAST vehicle
• Approve $100,000 revenue/expenditure for library FAME project
• Approve $20,764.26 for library vandalism repairs

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a variance request to allow satellite parking at 1206B E. Aztec Ave. and preliminary plat approval for the 20.5-acre Philipina Heights Subdivision. The commission will also receive the September & October 2023 Building Permit Activity Report.

• Variance request by Yvette Sandoval/CCRC, Inc. to exceed the 30% satellite parking limit at 1206B E. Aztec Ave. by using a vacant lot at 1208 E. Historic Highway 66 for 22 parking spaces
• Preliminary plat approval for Philipina Heights Subdivision (20.522 acres southeast of Philipina Ave. and Strong Drive) to create 32 lots for single-family, duplex, and multi-family dwellings
• September & October 2023 Building Permit Activity Report presented as information item

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District public informational meeting scheduled for November 8, 2023 via Zoom will not be held due to scheduling difficulties. The meeting will be rescheduled later in November. This notice is procedural only; no decisions or discussions are listed.

• Meeting cancelled due to scheduling difficulties
• Rescheduled for later in November
• Contact Francis Bee, Executive Director, for details

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will hold a special meeting to consider approving an out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Officers in December 2023. The board will also receive quarterly reports from the Planning and Development Director and an update on animal control operations. The agenda includes approval of the July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes.

• Out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Officers in December 2023
• Approval of July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Quarterly Development Director report
• Animal Control update

City Council

The Gallup City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation in which the City of Gallup may become a participant. The session is authorized under state law and is not open to the public. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session on threatened or pending litigation
• Meeting at City Manager's Conference Room, 110 West Aztec Avenue
• Authorized under NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is meeting to consider several routine and notable items, including approving minutes, a $30,000 emergency funding agreement for the Lexington Hotel, first-quarter budget adjustments with temporary cash transfers, a contract for HVAC replacement at the Galanis Multicultural Center, and a professional services agreement to pursue a User Fee Airport and Foreign Trade Zone designation.

• Approval of $30,000 emergency funding from NM Mortgage Finance Authority for Lexington Hotel operations (Heading Home)
• Resolution R2023-34: 1st Quarter FY 2024 budget adjustments, including temporary cash transfers for four funds (Airport Improvement $525,000, NMFA Loan $2,400,000, Legislative Appropriations $5,150,000, GO Bond Refunding $300,000)
• Contract with Laroc for HVAC water source heat pump replacement at Galanis Multicultural Center, $125,685.24 (grant $175,000)
• Professional services agreement with Miller & Company for UFA/FTZ application, up to $100,000 from $1 million NMDOT grant

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will vote on September meeting minutes and discuss several items including FY24 NMCB grant award memoranda of understanding, court-appointed community service clean-ups, and a Mayor's Beautify Gallup Committee proposal to use a city mulching machine for compost. The board will also revisit its strategic plan and review results from the recent citywide litter index.

• Approval of September 22, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Discussion of FY24 NMCB grant award MOU's
• Discussion of court-appointed community service clean-ups
• Discussion of Mayor-Beautify Gallup Committee and using city mulching machine for compost
• Thank you to volunteers for KGCB Litter Index (scoring litter citywide on Sept 26 and Oct 3)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of the September minutes, reports on finances and the FY2023 audit, maintenance, and housing management, plus an award ceremony for 25-year employees. No old or new business action items are listed, and the board plans a closed session for one personnel matter.

• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2023
• Financial reports and status of FY2023 audit
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management report (Public Housing and HCV)
• Award ceremony for 25-year employees

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting, primarily to approve routine financial reports and minutes. The board will also receive updates on library operations and the Friends of the Library, and discuss the new library project, including presentations to the Indian Affairs Committee and Navajo Nation, and a Library Journal design challenge.

• Approve August 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approve September 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approve August 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of new library: presentation to Indian Affairs Committee, Library Journal design challenge, presentation to Navajo Nation
• Review of talking points for capital campaign

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on a $2,500 reimbursement to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for marketing the Levitt AMP concert series, and will discuss updates on the alley infrastructure project, Lexington Hotel status, and other downtown initiatives. The meeting also includes routine approvals of agenda, minutes, and financial reports.

• Reimbursement request: $2,500 to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for Levitt AMP concert series marketing
• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues – update
• Lexington Hotel status update
• Lighted Streetliner project at West Coal Avenue and 5th Street – fabrication and installation discussions
• Arts Crawl event permit approved by City Council for October 2023 to September 2024

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on several consent agenda items and discussion topics, including accepting a $1.9 million state grant for Phase IV of the East Nizhoni Boulevard reconstruction, approving an amended water project loan/grant agreement for the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project, and ratifying an amendment to keep Heading Home services at the Lexington Hotel through December. The consent agenda includes routine items like minutes, street closures, and a software purchase.

• Resolution R2023-33: Accept $1,909,500 NM DOT grant for East Nizhoni Blvd Phase IV (total project $2,010,000)
• Ordinance S2023-9: Amend WPF-5424 loan/grant for Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project, total $7,708,271
• Ratify Heading Home PSA amendment and Lexington lease amendment with $50,000 city funding
• Approve $46,675.54 budget adjustment for OpenGov procurement software purchase
• Approve $8,000 budget transfer from vehicle shop roof to lift/oil system project

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will consider approving an out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Officers in December 2023, receive a quarterly financial report, and hear an animal control update. The meeting also includes approval of July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes.

• Out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Officers in December 2023
• Quarterly Financial Report presentation
• Animal Control Update
• Approval of July 11, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to receive reports on facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park, discuss spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and consider requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. The City Parks Director will report on future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell. Committee and league reports will cover youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult leagues.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety enforcement: no alcohol, spectator behavior
• Background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell
• Review of Sports Commission Charter

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including appointments, budget adjustments, and grant agreements. Notable actions include approving a $7.5 million state appropriation for water supply infrastructure, a $1 million loan application for lead service line replacement, and a $500,000 grant for water and wastewater line replacement. The council will also vote on a resolution allocating $2.135 million in liquor excise tax revenue.

• Approve $7.5M DFA grant for water supply infrastructure (23-ZH5042)
• Approve $1M NMFA loan application for lead service line replacement
• Approve $500K NMED grant for water and wastewater line replacement
• Adopt resolution allocating $2.135M in liquor excise tax revenue
• Approve $300K DFA appropriation for police vehicles

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will vote on a new chairperson and discuss the FY24 NMCB grant award. Other items include revisiting the strategic plan, recognizing awards, and planning a citywide litter index. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Nomination and vote for new KGCB Chairperson
• Discussion of new FY24 NMCB grant award
• Review of KGCB Awards and court-appointed community service clean-ups
• Volunteers needed for KGCB Litter Index on September 26, 2023
• Discussion of Mayor-Beautify Gallup Committee

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve routine items including the August cash revenues report and meeting minutes, and to receive updates on library operations, Friends of the Library, and the new library/EPC project. They will also discuss unfinished business from a July work session, set goals, and review talking points for a capital campaign. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom or phone.

• Approve August 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approve August 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Library Updates (information/discussion)
• New Library / EPC Updates (information/discussion)
• Review of Talking Points for Capital Campaign

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District Board of Directors' regular meeting scheduled for September 21, 2023, was canceled because a quorum was not present. The next regular meeting is set for October 19, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., with an agenda to be posted 72 hours prior. This notice is purely procedural and contains no substantive agenda items.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for October 19, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting, primarily consisting of routine reports and the approval of previous minutes. The board will also consider a nominee for a new resident member, Aurelia Johnson-Ash, and vote on whether to pass her nomination to the Mayor and City Council for confirmation. No old or new business action items are listed, and no closed session is scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2023
• Nomination of Aurelia Johnson-Ash as new resident member, with motion to pass to Mayor and City Council
• Financial reports and status of FY2023 audit
• Maintenance management report
• Public Housing and HCV (Housing Choice Voucher) reports

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on appointments to the IPMC Board of Appeals. The agenda includes roll call, pledge of allegiance, and the appointment item, followed by a motion to adjourn.

• Appointments to the IPMC Board of Appeals

Gallup Aquatic Center Board

The Gallup Aquatic Center Board is holding a regular meeting, closed to the public but accessible via Zoom. The agenda includes updates on facility operations and a quarterly financial report, along with routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Update on Facility Operation by Anthony Strain
• Quarterly financial report update by Patricia Holland
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2023 meeting

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to vacate a 5-foot utility easement at 3204 Grey Hill Circle to allow fence construction, and a request for final plat approval of a 43.3-acre minor subdivision west of 21 Cibola Drive. The commission will also receive information items including a building permit activity report and city council actions. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Facebook livestream.

• Public hearing on CASE #23-01000001: request to vacate a 5-foot utility easement at 3204 Grey Hill Circle (Lot 30, Block 6, Mentmore East Unit 4) for fence construction
• Public hearing on CASE #23-00300001: final plat approval for Mowrer Subdivision, a 43.3-acre minor subdivision west of 21 Cibola Drive
• Information item: August 2023 Building Permit Activity Report
• Information item: City Council Actions Taken

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission hold a joint work session to receive a presentation on the Growth Management Master Plan update. The session focuses on the visioning phase, including a proposed vision statement, guiding principles, future land use and vision maps, development character areas, and annexation priorities. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and information item.

• Presentation of proposed vision statement: 'Gallup engages the diverse community to achieve a vibrant, safe, healthy, and prosperous future which honors the community’s culture and heritage.'
• Review of six guiding principles based on summer 2023 community outreach and survey
• Introduction of a future vision map with development character areas from Open Space Reserve to Downtown District
• Discussion of annexation priorities categorized into three tiers (Priority 1: 5-10 years; Priority 2: 10-20 years; Priority 3: beyond 20 years)
• Next step: 90% draft of GMMP to be released in early November 2023 with open houses for public feedback

City Council

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint work session to receive a presentation on the Growth Management Master Plan update. The presentation covers the proposed vision statement, guiding principles, a future vision map with development characteristics, and annexation priorities. No formal decisions are being made at this work session; it is for discussion and feedback.

• Proposed vision statement: 'Gallup engages the diverse community to achieve a vibrant, safe, healthy, and prosperous future which honors the community’s culture and heritage.'
• Vision map includes development contexts from rural to urban, with mixed-use overlays and regional town centers (Northside, Eastside, Westside, Southside, Downtown).
• Annexation priorities defined: Priority 1 (5-10 years), Priority 2 (10-20 years), Priority 3 (not likely within 20 years).
• Next steps: 90% GMMP draft to be released in early November with open houses.
• Public outreach included focus groups in March 2023 and visioning in summer 2023.

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint work session to review the Growth Management Master Plan update presented by Jessica Lawlis. Members discussed housing density, mobility, and other guiding principles. No formal actions or votes on the plan were taken. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several action items, including the sale of city-owned real property at 2442 E. Aztec Ave. for $200,000, budget adjustments for fees and equipment, and a resolution to apply for water system improvement funding. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Recovery Day, an investment presentation, and routine consent agenda items like meeting minutes and a street closure permit for the Gallup High School Homecoming Parade.

• Ordinance S2023-7: Sale of 2442 E. Aztec Ave. to Matthew Jensen and Stephanie Rodriguez for $200,000 (appraised at $120,000)
• Budget adjustment of $550,000 from reserves for GRT fees and $1,000 for NMFA loan fees
• Budget adjustment of $165,200 for a new 55-ton lowboy trailer for the Street Department
• Resolution R2023-26: Application to NM Water Trust Board for $7,611,996 for water distribution system improvements (20% match required)
• Lodger's Tax Grant requests: $35,000 for Red Rock Balloon Rally and $21,000 for Four Corners Youth Football Championships

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to discuss facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park, safety concerns including spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and a proposal to require background checks for all coaches and assistants. Reports from the City Parks Director and various leagues will also be presented.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety discussion on spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement
• Proposal to require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• City Parks Director report on future field and facility capital improvements
• Reports from Youth Basketball, Gallup Amateur Baseball and Softball Association, Gallup Soccer League, TDFL, and Adult Softball and Baseball Old-timers

City Council

The Gallup City Council will meet in closed session to discuss matters related to threatened or pending litigation in which the city may become a participant. The session is authorized under state law and is the only item on the agenda.

• Closed session at 10:00 A.M. in the City Manager's Conference Room at Gallup City Hall, 110 West Aztec Avenue
• Discussion of threatened or pending litigation under NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will discuss and decide on filling the vacant District 4 councilor seat, following a work session. They will also vote on a consent agenda that includes appointments, street closures for community events, and several budget adjustments, including funding for a library filter and police department carryover. A presentation on the Greater Gallup Economic Development Corporation's annual report is scheduled.

• Appointment of Tammy Parker to Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board
• Street closures for Miyamura High School Homecoming Parade (Sept 7), St. Francis Parish Fiesta (Oct 1), and lower parking lot at Courthouse Square for Rally 4 Recovery (Sept 16) and Gallup Pride (Sept 30)
• $6,590 from General Fund reserves for OFPL laser engraver HEPA filter
• Law Enforcement Protection Fund carryover budget adjustment of $14,857.06
• Senior Program budget adjustment of $14,095 and Resolution R2023-24 for ICIP; Resolution R2023-25 accepting $17,050 Clean & Beautiful grant

The City Council appointed Ron Molina to the District 4 vacancy following a revote to ensure compliance with the City Charter. The Council also approved several street closures for community events and provided funding for library expenditures.

• Appointed Ron Molina as District 4 City Councilor (3-1)
• Approved $6,590 in General Fund Reserves and budget adjustment for OFPL expenditures (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Tammy Parker to Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board (4-0)
• Approved street closures for Miyamura High School Homecoming Parade (4-0)
• Approved closure of Courthouse Square Lower Parking Lot for Rally 4 Recovery (4-0)
• Approved closure of Courthouse Square Lower Parking Lot for Gallup Pride Celebration (4-0)
• Approved street closure for Annual St. Francis Parish Fiesta (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Law Enforcement Protection Fund carryover and New Mexico Tourism Department grant agreement (4-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a work session to interview candidates for the vacant District 4 councilor position. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with roll call and adjournment.

• Interviews with candidates for the vacant District 4 Councilor position

The Mayor and Councilors conducted interviews with three candidates for the vacant District 4 Councilor position. No official action was taken during this work session.

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will vote on a new chairperson and approve June meeting minutes. Members will also discuss a strategic plan, awards, and a mayor's beautification committee. Volunteers are needed for citywide litter index scoring on proposed dates in September.

• Nomination and vote for new KGCB Chairperson (ACTION ITEM)
• Approval of June 16, 2023 Meeting Minutes (ACTION ITEM)
• Discussion of KGCB Strategic Plan updates
• Volunteers for KGCB Litter Index scoring citywide on September 15 &/or 22, 2023
• Discussion of Mayor-Beautify Gallup Committee

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet to approve prior minutes, welcome a new commissioner, and receive reports on finances, the FY2023 audit, maintenance, public housing, and the Housing Choice Voucher program. No old or new business items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2023
• Welcoming of new board member Peter Gonzales
• Status update on resident member applications
• Report on financial status and FY2023 audit
• Reports on maintenance, public housing, and Housing Choice Voucher program

Library Advisory Board

The Gallup Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve routine financial and circulation reports for June and July 2023, and to discuss library updates, the annual report, and ongoing goals including a capital campaign. The meeting is open to the public virtually or by phone.

• Approve June & July 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Executive Planning Committee report (information/discussion)
• Library Updates (information/discussion)
• Annual Report (information/discussion)
• LAB Goals and Capital Campaign (unfinished business)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on a lien policy and receive updates on the alley infrastructure replacement project, the Investment Consortium project, and the Ride Flight Cruise 2023 event. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving the agenda, minutes, and financial report.

• Vote on BID lien policy
• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal Avenue & Aztec Avenue – update by City Manager
• Investment Consortium project discussion
• Ride Flight Cruise 2023 report
• Received check from City of Gallup for transfer of March assessment fee funds

The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Executive Director and city attorney to file liens against properties with delinquent assessment payments. The Board also approved the design and scope of work for a sign grant to restore a neon sign at the Rex Museum.

• Approved BID resolution 00002 regarding lien policy for assessment delinquencies (6-0)
• Approved design and scope of work for Rex Museum neon sign restoration grant
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 20 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Tabled approval of monthly financial report until September 21 meeting (6-0)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will review and vote on grant applications for two events: the 42nd Annual Red Rock Balloon Rally and the 13th Annual Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championships. They will also approve the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting.

• Grant application: 42nd Annual Red Rock Balloon Rally (Dec. 1-3, 2023)
• Grant application: 13th Annual Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championships (Nov. 4-5, 2023)
• Approval of June 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three conditional use permits: a truck stop by Pilot Travel Centers, a cannabis manufacturing facility, and a cannabis sales business. The commission will also receive information items on recent City Council actions and the July 2023 building permit activity report.

• Conditional Use Permit for a truck stop at 3305 West Highway 66 by Pilot Travel Centers (Case #23-00700002)
• Conditional Use Permit for cannabis manufacturing at 1821 West Highway 66 (Case #23-00700001)
• Conditional Use Permit for cannabis sales at 106 West Coal Avenue, within 300 feet of another cannabis establishment (Case #23-00700003)
• Approval of July 12, 2023 special meeting minutes
• July 2023 Building Permit Activity Report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City's Vendor Ordinance, prompted by concerns raised by William Newton, owner of Wacky Waffles, at the May 23, 2023 regular meeting. The discussion is informational only, with no formal action expected. Public comment can be submitted in person or by phone.

• Discussion of City of Gallup Vendor Ordinance
• Review of email from William Newton (Wacky Waffles) regarding vendor regulations
• No fiscal impact or formal recommendation—discussion only

The City Council held a work session to discuss concerns regarding the current Vendor Ordinance and its impact on food truck operations. No formal votes were taken on ordinance changes; however, staff were recommended to develop update proposals.

• Recommended City staff meet to develop recommendations for updating the Vendor Ordinance
• Requested City staff examine public space options for multiple food trucks

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several resolutions and appointments, including accepting a $616,000 NMDOT Aviation grant for airport terminal design, approving the annual Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) with top legislative priorities, and appointing members to boards. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a discussion on filling the vacant District 4 council seat.

• Resolution R2023-19: Accept $616,000 NMDOT Aviation grant for airport terminal building design, contract with Armstrong Consultants
• Resolution R2023-18: Accept $326,900 NMDOT Local Government Road Fund for annual mill and overlay program
• Resolution R2023-22: Approve five-year Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) with top priorities including water and wastewater projects
• Appoint Peter Gonzales to Gallup Housing Authority Board and Chuck Nourse to NMMEAA board
• IT budget adjustment of $25,800 for training, maintenance, and professional services

The City Council approved several resolutions for infrastructure and road improvements, including a grant for the airport terminal and the annual Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. The council also approved various administrative appointments and budget adjustments.

• Approved Resolution No. R2023-19 for $616,000 airport terminal design grant and contract to Armstrong Consultants Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-22 for the Annual NM Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-18 for the Annual Mill and Overlay Program road fund agreement (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Peter Gonzales to the Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners (4-0)
• Approved $30,000 award of funding for Grants Management from the Department of Finance and Administration (4-0)
• Approved IT Budget Adjustment for Training, Maintenance and Professional Services (4-0)
• Approved parking lot closure for the Annual New Mexico State Police Conference on August 28, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Board Appointment for the NM Municipal Energy Acquisition Authority (4-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss matters related to threatened or pending litigation in which the city may become a participant. The session is authorized under state law and is the only item on the agenda.

• Closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation
• Meeting held at City Manager’s Conference Room, Gallup City Hall, 110 West Aztec Avenue

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is discussing facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park, safety concerns including spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. Reports from the City Parks Director and various leagues cover capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell, as well as ongoing events like youth basketball and adult softball.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety enforcement: no alcohol, spectator behavior rules
• Background checks required for all coaches and assistants
• Future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Larry Brian Mitchell
• Reports from Youth Basketball, Gallup Amateur Baseball and Softball Association, Gallup Soccer League, TDFL, Adult Softball and Baseball, Old-timers

City Council

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss the Growth Management Master Plan (GMMP) update. The session will review public engagement findings, including focus group and visioning outreach, and consider improvements to the plan's vision, goals, and growth strategy. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion item.

• Review of GMMP update process and schedule
• Public outreach findings: 115 comments, 111 survey contributions, 24 interactive map contributions
• Focus group priorities: parks maintenance, housing expansion, economic diversification, infrastructure funding
• Visioning exercise to develop a new vision statement and growth strategy
• Discussion of future land use map and sector planning

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint work session to review the Phase 2 Visioning of the Growth Management Master Plan update. The session included a presentation on the city's 20-year action plan and a discussion on vision statements and growth strategies. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several significant items, including approving participation in four New Mexico opioid settlements estimated to bring the city $1,170,577.32 over 15 years, and an effluent option agreement with Coles Gray, LLC for a proposed steel recycling complex. The council will also vote on a settlement with the United Mine Workers of America granting a 5% pay increase and three additional holidays, and a resolution to put a charter amendment on the November ballot to move local elections to even-numbered years. Consent agenda items include budget adjustments, a street closure, and three legislative grant approvals.

• Approve participation in opioid settlements with Walgreens, Hikma, Amneal, and KVK-Tech; estimated city share $1,170,577.32 over 15 years
• Approve effluent option agreement with Coles Gray, LLC for up to 109,500,000 gallons/year at $4.04/1,000 gallons; $5,000 immediate payment
• Approve settlement with UMWA: 5% across-the-board pay increase and 3 additional holidays in FY2024
• Resolution R2023-21: ballot question to move city elections to November of even-numbered years
• Consent agenda: budget adjustments with temporary cash transfers ($525,000 Airport Improvement, $5,150,000 Legislative Appropriations), street closure on Vanden Bosch Parkway, and grants for community health ($75,000), workforce ($100,000), and police vehicles ($75,000)

The City Council approved a settlement for opioid remediation and an effluent water agreement for a proposed steel recycling complex. The Council also authorized a charter amendment regarding election dates and approved a wage increase for UMWA employees.

• Approved New Mexico opioid settlement with Walgreens and generic manufacturers for an estimated $1,750,577.32 (5-0)
• Approved Effluent Option Agreement with Coles Gray LLC for a steel recycling and manufacturing complex (5-0)
• Approved settlement with United Mine Workers of America for a 5% pay increase and 3 additional holidays (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-21 to amend City Charter to allow opting into November elections (5-0)
• Approved 4th Quarter FY 2023 Budget Adjustments and Report of Actuals (5-0)
• Approved Legislative Junior Bill Appropriations Grants for Police Vehicles and Industrial Workforce Programming (5-0)
• Approved Legislative Junior Bill Appropriations Grant for Community Health Services (5-0)
• Approved street closure for private block party on Vanden Bosch Parkway for August 12, 2023 (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission hold a joint work session to discuss the Growth Management Master Plan (GMMP) update. The session covers findings from public outreach, including focus groups and visioning exercises, and reviews draft vision statements, goals, and policies. No final decisions are made; the meeting is a discussion to guide the ongoing plan update process.

• Presentation of Growth Management Master Plan update by Planning and Development Director C.B. Strain
• Review of public outreach findings from March focus groups and June visioning sessions
• Discussion of draft vision statements and growth strategy for Gallup's next 20 years
• Community priorities include expanding housing options, improving infrastructure, and equitable service distribution

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board meets to approve June meeting minutes, revisit its strategic plan, discuss upcoming clean-up events and awards for a City Council agenda item, and talk about the Mayor-Beautify Gallup Committee. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person at the Solid Waste Building.

• Approval of June 16, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Revisit KGCB strategic plan and updates
• Discussion of KGCB awards for upcoming City Council agenda item
• Discussion of Mayor-Beautify Gallup Committee
• Public comments on non-agenda items accepted via phone at 863-1393

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the minutes from June 22, 2023, and consider a resolution to adopt an updated Maintenance Manual. Reports will be presented on financials, maintenance, public housing, and the Housing Choice Voucher program. The board will also discuss the status of board appointments and membership.

• Resolution 06-22-23-D: Approval of updated Maintenance Manual
• Financial Reports
• Maintenance Management Report
• Public Housing Report
• HCV (Housing Choice Voucher) Report

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to discuss an alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues, a BID lien policy, and activating an Investment Consortium program discussed in 2017-2018. The board will also hear reports on recent meetings and events. No voting items are listed.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal Avenue & Aztec Avenue
• BID lien policy discussion
• Investment Consortium program activation
• Report on NM Broadband office meeting with Anna Biava
• Report on Keishi Foundation museum interest in downtown Gallup

The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and the monthly financial report. No voting items were decided. The Board discussed an alley infrastructure replacement project and the potential activation of an Investment Consortium.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved monthly financial report

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to review and discuss a draft of the proposed Maintenance Department Annual Operations Manual. This session is for staff and board members only, and no formal decisions are expected.

• Review of draft Maintenance Department Annual Operations Manual
• Work session for staff and board only
• Meeting held at 203 Debra Drive, Gallup, NM

Liquor Excise Tax Allocation Task Force

The McKinley County/City of Gallup JPA Liquor Excise Tax Allocation Task Force and a Water Board will hold in-person meetings on July 13, 2023, at the McKinley County Extension Courthouse. The agenda contains only procedural notice and location details, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

• Liquor Excise Tax Allocation Task Force meeting at 11:30 am
• Water Board meeting immediately following
• In-person meeting at East Conference Room, 207 West Hill, Gallup, NM

City Council

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session to discuss matters pertaining to Red Rock Park. The meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. in the East Conference Room of the McKinley County Courthouse Extension.

• Joint work session with McKinley County Board of Commissioners
• Discussion of Red Rock Park matters

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners held a joint work session to discuss Red Rock Park management. The session focused on proposed facility upgrades and operational agreements between the two entities. No formal votes were taken on the proposals discussed.

• Discussed $7.5 million in available funding for Red Rock Park upgrades
• Reviewed proposed improvements including restroom renovations, parking lot realignment, and HVAC updates
• Discussed potential amendments to the Management and Operation Agreement
• Discussed City billing for operational support and event permit processes

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a final plat for a major subdivision (Replat No. 1 of Parcel 1, Menapace Section 26 Subdivision) requested by Pilot Travel Centers on behalf of Rico Land & Cattle Co. The property is located south of 3303 W. Highway 66 and contains 116.4956 acres. The commission will also receive information items including City Council actions and the June 2023 building permit activity report.

• Final plat approval for a 116.4956-acre major subdivision (Replat No. 1 of Parcel 1) south of 3303 W. Highway 66, requested by Pilot Travel Centers
• Approval of June 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• City Council actions taken (information item)
• June 2023 Building Permit Activity Report (information item)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $70,000 COG membership, a resolution changing the signatory for an $8 million water well grant, and $13,300 in Lodger's Tax grants. Under discussion, the council will consider a $95,000 budget increase for Gallup Express transit, a new electric rate for groundwater wells expected to save $900,000 annually, a $3.85 million aviation grant extension, and settlement agreements with the firefighters and police unions that include pay increases.

• Budget adjustment of $95,000 from General Fund to increase Gallup Express local match from $85,000 to $180,000
• Resolution R2023-15: new electric rate for groundwater wells at $0.0314/kWh, estimated $900,000 annual savings
• Resolution R2023-17: accept $3,850,000 NMDOT aviation grant to extend airline service two more years
• Settlement with Gallup Firefighters Union: new pay plan, 24 hours personal leave, no other increases
• Settlement with Gallup Police Officers Association: 8.3% pay increase, three additional holidays

The City Council approved settlement agreements regarding compensation and benefits for the Gallup Police Officers Association and the Gallup Firefighters Union. The council also authorized budget increases for public transit and extended the municipal airport's airline service program.

• Approved 8.3% pay plan increase and three additional holidays for Police Officers Association (5-0)
• Approved settlement agreement with Gallup Firefighters Union regarding pay plan and 24 hours of personal leave (5-0)
• Approved $95,000 budget adjustment to increase local match for Gallup Express public transit (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2023-17 to extend airline service program for two years with $350,000 city match (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2023-15 creating a new electric rate for groundwater wells (5-0)
• Approved Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments membership agreement and budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2023-16 changing the signatory for an $8 million ISC water well grant (5-0)
• Approved Lodger’s Tax Grant Recommendation and Senior Program FY 2023-24 budget adjustment (5-0)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will hold a special meeting to review a quarterly financial report and a preliminary FY 2024 budget of $1,026,690 for the Animal Control department. The board will also receive an update on the shelter being at full capacity and related animal health issues.

• Quarterly financial report for Animal Control showing $1,173,953 budget with $684,058 actual expenditures through March 2023.
• Preliminary FY 2024 budget for Animal Control totals $1,026,690, an 11.5% decrease from the FY 2023 adopted budget of $1,160,287.
• FY 2024 budget includes $501,000 for professional services (animal shelter and vet services) and $50,000 for dog runs/fencing for transport.
• Shelter update regarding full capacity and animal health issues (no supporting documentation attached).
• Approval of April 11, 2023 meeting minutes.

The Board approved the April 2023 meeting minutes and the quarterly financial report. They also approved the FY 2024 preliminary budget, which totals over $1 million and includes new funding for a security guard and alarm system.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted Quarterly Financial Report (3-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Preliminary Budget (3-0)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will review and vote on two grant applications for upcoming events, and receive a year-end update from the Tourism Department. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and is open to the public.

• Grant application: 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest (July 22-23)
• Grant application: Red Rock Motorsports UTV Rally (July 21-23)
• Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Tourism Department end-of-year PowerPoint update

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several items, including a text amendment to allow an 80-foot-tall air-supported athletic dome at Hozho Academy, approval of the FY24 Chamber of Commerce tourism contract, a budget adjustment to close out a Bureau of Reclamation water meter grant, and a new electric rate for groundwater wells. The meeting also includes a presentation on the public library and a request for street closures for the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial parades.

• Text amendment to allow 80-ft tall, 115,200 sq ft air-supported dome at Hozho Academy (515 Park Ave) with reduced parking requirement from 5 to 4 spaces per 1,000 sq ft
• FY24 Chamber of Commerce contract: $20,000 advertising, $85,000 Visitor Center, $35,000 Visitor's Guide (total $140,000)
• Budget adjustment of $3,332 to close out BOR grant #GR2064 for water meter replacements
• Resolution R2023-15: new electric rate for groundwater wells at $0.0207/kWh (down from $0.0950/kWh), saving ~$90,000/month
• Street closures for Ceremonial 5K (Aug 5) and parades (Aug 10 & 12) in downtown Gallup

The City Council approved a zoning text amendment to allow an 80-foot tall air-supported athletic dome at Hozho Academy. Council also approved several consent items, street closures for the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial, and a solid waste budget adjustment.

• Approved Ordinance No. S2023-6 for Hozho Academy athletic dome (2-1)
• Approved street and roadway closures for Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial Parades and 5k Run/Walk (3-0)
• Approved $120,000 budget adjustment for Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority (3-0)
• Approved Annual Chamber of Commerce Contract for Tourism Related Services (3-0)
• Approved FY24 First Responders Comprehensive Addiction Recovery Act Agreement and Budget Adjustment (3-0)
• Approved Budget Adjustment for BOR Grant #R18AP00264 Project GR2064 (3-0)
• Approved Bid Award No. 2310 for water, wastewater, and street drainage improvements (3-0)
• Tabled Resolution No. R2023-15 regarding new electric rates for groundwater wells (3-0)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet to approve the final Fiscal Year 2023 budget adjustments and the Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget, along with several resolutions on maintenance, surplus property, and delinquent rent write-offs. The board will also receive reports on finances, maintenance, and housing management, and will hold a closed session for personnel matters.

• Resolution 06-16-23-A: Final FY2023 budget adjustments
• Resolution 06-16-23-B: FY2024 operating budget approval
• Resolution 06-16-23-C: Consumable inventory and surplus property declaration
• Resolution 06-16-23-D: Updated maintenance manual approval
• Resolution 06-16-23-E: Write-off of delinquent rentals (May 20–June 16, 2023)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners has cancelled its monthly meeting scheduled for June 16, 2023. A future meeting date will be announced later. The agenda that would have been considered included budget resolutions, a surplus property declaration, and a delinquent rent write-off.

• Resolution 06-16-23-A: Final FY2023 budget adjustments
• Resolution 06-16-23-B: FY2024 operating budget approval
• Resolution 06-16-23-C: Consumable inventory and surplus property declaration
• Resolution 06-16-23-E: Write-off of delinquent rentals (May 20-June 16, 2023)
• Closed session on personnel matters

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve the May cash revenues report and circulation statistics, discuss the Executive Planning Committee's report, and consider board goals and a capital campaign. The public can join virtually or by phone.

• Approve May 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Executive Planning Committee report (information/discussion)
• Discussion of LAB Goals
• Discussion of Capital Campaign

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District (BID) Board will vote on its FY 24 budget, an Open Meeting Act resolution, and a request for Levitt Amp sponsorship funds from Gallup Main Street. The board will also receive updates on the alley infrastructure replacement project, downtown quiet zone, and the appointment of an interim city manager.

• Vote on FY 24 BID Budget
• Vote on Open Meeting Act Resolution for FY 24
• Vote on Gallup Main Street request for Levitt Amp Sponsorship funds
• Update on alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• Update on quiet zone in downtown at RR crossings

The Board approved the FY 24 budget and the Open Meeting Act Resolution for FY 24. A $2,500 event sponsorship grant was awarded to Gallup Main Street for the Levitt Amp concert series. The Board also approved the monthly financial report.

• Approved FY 24 BID Budget (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street for Levitt Amp concert series (6-0)
• Approved Open Meeting Act Resolution for FY 24 (6-0)
• Approved Monthly Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda and previous minutes (6-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to allow Air Supported Structures in General Commercial and Heavy Commercial zones. The item was previously presented without actual language and now includes newly drafted text. The Commission will also receive information on recent City Council actions and the May 2023 building permit activity report.

• Public hearing on text amendment to allow Air Supported Structures in GC and HC zones (Case #23-00900002)
• Final plat approval for Pilot Travel Centers subdivision removed from agenda (Case #22-00200003)
• Review of City Council actions taken since last meeting
• May 2023 Building Permit Activity Report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on the FY2024 initial budget resolution and several grant agreements, including a $4 million NMDOT grant for planning and design of the I-40 east and west interchanges. They will also consider appointing an acting city manager, approving a cannabis tax use ordinance, and funding various programs and events.

• Resolution R2023-13 approving the FY2024 initial budget
• NMDOT grant of $4,000,000 for I-40 east and west interchange planning/design
• Ordinance C2023-3 directing cannabis excise tax revenue to parks and recreation
• Appointment of Jon DeYoung as Acting City Manager
• Lodger's Tax grants totaling $98,423 for three events

The City Council approved the initial budget for fiscal year 2024 and appointed Jon DeYoung as Interim City Manager. The council also approved several grants and service agreements, including a contract for the Indigenous Dance & Arts Program.

• Approved FY 2024 Initial Budget via Resolution No. R2023-13 (5-0)
• Appointed Jon DeYoung as Interim City Manager (5-0)
• Approved NMDOT Grant for Gallup Trade Port and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Approved Indigenous Dance & Arts Program agreement with Southwest Indian Foundation (4-1)
• Approved Preventing Alcohol Related Deaths agreement and budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved appointment of Dr. Sabrina Ezzell to Planning and Zoning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-14 for FAA and NMDOT airport grants and Armstrong Consultants contract (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with SBS Evaluation & Program Development Specialist (5-0)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is discussing facility improvements at the Sports Complex and Veterans Park, spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. The City Parks Director reports on future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park. Committee and league reports cover youth basketball, Gallup Amateur Baseball and Softball Association, Gallup Soccer League, TDFL Adult Softball and Baseball, and Old-timers. Ongoing events include reviewing the charter and youth safety.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Enforcement of no-alcohol policy and spectator behavior rules
• Requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park
• Review of Sports Commission charter

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a consent agenda including street closures for parades, a $7,000 budget transfer for police dash cameras, a $97,377.79 police retention payout, a $40,000 alleyway electric conversion, a $2,010,000 grant application for Nizhoni Boulevard Phase IV, a $32,335 budget adjustment for Playground of Dreams, and $43,846 in Lodger's Tax grants. They will also discuss Gallup Express services, a proposal to opt into November odd-year elections, and consider a text amendment to cannabis land use regulations.

• Resolution R2023-11: $2,010,000 NMDOT grant application for Nizhoni Blvd Phase IV (5% local match)
• Police retention payout of $2,213.13 to 44 officers using $97,377.79 from House Bill 68 funds
• Budget adjustment of $40,000 for alleyway electric conversion near Washington Federal Parking Lot
• Lodger's Tax grants: $5,845.62 Friday Night Rides, $30,000 Lions Club Rodeo, $8,000 Lions Downtown Celebration
• Ordinance S2023-5: cannabis proximity distance waiver and Downtown Overlay industrial zone exception

The City Council approved a resolution to apply for NUDOT funding for Phase IV of the Nizhoni Boulevard Reconstruction Project. They also passed an ordinance amending cannabis land use and proximity requirements within the Downtown Overlay District. Several budget adjustments and street closure requests were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution No. R2023-11 for Nizhoni Boulevard Reconstruction Phase IV funding (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. S2023-5 amending cannabis land use and proximity requirements (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Project JU1903 Alleyway Electric Conversion (4-0)
• Approved street closures for Memorial Day and Veterans Day Parades (4-0)
• Approved street closure of Churchrock Street for Chris Johnson Memorial Parade (4-0)
• Approved capital projects budget transfers for dash camera installation (4-0)
• Approved police department pay out adjustment (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustments for Playground of Dreams and Lodger’s Tax Grant Program (4-0)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will meet to approve minutes from March and April, revisit its strategic plan, and discuss Earth Day cleanup events and a plant giveaway scheduled for May 27. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• Approval of March 17 and April 28, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Revisit and update of KGCB Strategic Plan
• Spotlight on Earth Day and MOU Clean-Up Event Plans
• Gallup Plant Giveaway on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10am
• Open discussion of future ideas and events

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet to approve minutes, hear financial and operational reports, and vote on several resolutions including a proposed FY2024 operating budget, write-offs of delinquent tenant rentals, an updated schedule of charges for tenant damages, a 5-year capital fund plan, and acceptance of assets from Gallup Habitat for Humanity. A possible closed session is scheduled for the Executive Director's annual evaluation.

• Resolution 05-19-23-A: Write-off of delinquent rentals of former tenants (March 17-May 19, 2023)
• Resolution 05-19-23-B: Updated Schedule of Charges for Tenant Damages
• Resolution 05-19-23-C: Approving proposed 5-Year Capital Fund plan for HUD submission
• Resolution 05-19-23-D: Accepting transfer of selected assets from Gallup Habitat for Humanity
• Report: Financial Reports and proposed FY2024 Operating Budget

Library Advisory Board

The Gallup Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve the April meeting minutes and the April cash revenues report and circulation statistics. They will also receive updates from the Friends of the Library and the Executive Planning Committee, and discuss upcoming library events. The meeting is open to the public virtually or by phone.

• Approve April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (action)
• Approve April 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Friends of the Library update by Janet Tempest (information/discussion)
• Executive Planning Committee update (information/discussion)
• Discussion of upcoming library events

Business Improvement District

The Board approved three reimbursement and project requests for downtown improvements. The Board also notified the City of Gallup that it cannot respond to the RFP for managing the 2023 Nightly Indian Dances due to payment cycle constraints.

• Approved $5,000 reimbursement for Weaving In Beauty sign (4-0)
• Approved $894.30 reimbursement for Don Diego Restaurant façade improvement (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved $25,659 for lighted Streetliner display at W. Coal and 5th Street (4-0)
• Decided not to respond to RFP for planning and management of Nightly Indian Dances

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to amend the Downtown Overlay District regulations to allow cannabis cultivation, cannabis-related manufacturing, and heavy manufacturing in underlying industrial zones. The commission will also consider approving the April 12 meeting minutes and review a building permit activity report.

• Public hearing on CASE #23-00900001: amend Title 10 to allow cannabis cultivation and manufacturing in downtown overlay if in industrial zone, waive distance requirements with adequate barrier, and remove some buffering requirements
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of April 2023 Building Permit Activity Report
• Item will go to City Council for final approval on May 23, 2023

City Council

The council reviewed a preliminary FY 2024 budget with total revenues of $106,655,694 and expenditures of $109,862,045. The session included updates on employee benefits and a change to the General Fund Cash policy. Future steps include updating utility rates for council presentation.

• Approved 3 new holidays for employees
• Approved 5% COLA effective July 1
• Authorized alternate work schedules
• Updated General Fund Cash policy from 25% to 20%

Gallup Aquatic Center Board

The Gallup Aquatic Center Board is meeting to discuss facility operations and vote on a pool heater replacement, with costs split 80% by the City of Gallup and 20% by McKinley County School District per the JPA. The board will also consider approving a summer lunch program at the center and review a quarterly financial report. The meeting is closed to the public but accessible via Zoom.

• Pool heater replacement: approval requested for 80% City of Gallup / 20% McKinley County School District funding per JPA section 24
• Summer lunch program at Aquatic Center: approval discussion
• Quarterly financial report update
• Facility operation update by Anthony Strain
• Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will meet to approve the March meeting minutes, revisit its strategic plan, discuss Earth Day 2023 cleanup plans, and get an update on a FY24 grant application. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• Approval of March 17, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Revisit and update KGCB Strategic Plan
• Earth Day 2023 April Clean-Up Event Plans
• FY24 New NMCB Grant application update
• Public comments accepted on non-agenda items

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to review reports on facility improvements, safety concerns, and usage fees. They will discuss enforcing rules on spectator behavior and alcohol, as well as requiring background checks and badges for coaches. Committee and league reports will cover youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult leagues.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Enforcement of no alcohol and spectator behavior rules
• Background checks and badges for coaches and assistants
• Usage fees for facility use by others
• Review of charter and safety for youth

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a consent agenda including budget adjustments, a $615,232 waterline replacement contract, and a $170,000 playground improvement. They will also discuss a proposed text amendment for an 80-foot-tall athletic dome at Hozho Academy, plus several agreements for detox and PARD services.

• Resolution R2023-7: 3rd Quarter FY2023 budget adjustments, including $500,000 and $6,000,000 temporary cash transfers for negative fund balances
• Budget adjustment of $170,000 from Cannabis Tax Fund #280 for playground improvements at Joe Vargas Veterans Memorial Complex
• Award of Formal Bid No. 2306 to H.O. Construction Inc. for $615,232.02 for 2nd St waterline replacement from BNSF Railroad to I-40
• Third Amendment with NCI for detox administration increasing contract to $812,000; another amendment adds $192,000 for PARD services
• Text amendment request by Hozho Academy to allow an 80-foot-tall, 115,200 sq ft air-supported athletic dome in GC zone

City Council approved several budget adjustments for behavioral health services and park improvements. The council also passed an ordinance removing permit requirements for permissible fireworks. A request for a text amendment to allow an 80-foot athletic dome was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $170,000 budget adjustment for playground equipment at Joe Vargas Veterans Memorial Complex (5-0)
• Approved $244,270 agreement with Indian Health Services to extend PARD Services (4-0)
• Approved $182,000 budget adjustment and third amendment for NCI Social Detox, Expanded Shelter and Services (5-0)
• Approved $70,000 agreement and budget adjustment for ReCAST (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. C2023-2 removing permit requirements for permissible fireworks (5-0)
• Approved 3% Quarter FY 2023 Budget Adjustments (5-0)
• Approved award for 2"4 Street Waterline Replacement to H.O. Construction Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $23,159.07 for Law Enforcement Retention Fund for Gallup Police Department (5-0)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to hear public comments on its proposed 5-Year Capital Fund Plan for 2023-2027, and to receive routine reports on finances, maintenance, housing management, and the executive director's update. The meeting includes approval of the previous month's minutes and an open floor for public comments. No resolutions are scheduled.

• Public hearing on proposed 5-Year Capital Fund Plan for 2023-2027
• Approval of March 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Financial reports
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management report (Public Housing and HCV)

Library Advisory Board

The Gallup Library Advisory Board is meeting to approve the March meeting minutes and the March cash revenues report and circulation statistics. They will also hear updates on a potential partnership with Avenues Early Childhood Services for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, the World On the Move exhibition, and the design of the new Regional Library. Other items include upcoming library events, May's meeting, and reports from the Friends of the Library.

• Approve March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (action)
• Approve March 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Partnership with Avenues Early Childhood Services, Dolly Parton Imagination Library (information/discussion)
• Design of new Regional Library (information/discussion)
• World On the Move exhibition (information)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Gallup Lodgers Tax Committee is meeting to approve minutes and decide on lodging tax grant applications for nine local events in 2023, including the Intertribal Ceremonial, rodeos, and motorsports events. The committee will discuss and take action on each grant request.

• Gallup Intertribal Ceremonial (August 2023)
• Friday Night Rides (summer 2023)
• Red Rock Motor Sports UTV Rally (July 2023)
• 73rd Annual Gallup Lions Club Rodeo (June 2023)
• Wild Thing Championship Bullriding (July 2023)

Business Improvement District

The board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and the monthly financial report. Members discussed the Coal Avenue Commons project, Courthouse Plaza redesign concepts, and new state legislation regarding tax increment collection.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)

City Council

The City Council conducted a day-long work session to review budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2024 presented by Department Directors. No official action was taken during this session.

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a major subdivision plat for 116.5 acres south of 3303 W. Highway 66, and on a proposed zoning amendment to allow taller and larger sports-related accessory structures in the General Commercial zone. The commission will also receive the February and March building permit activity report and hear about recent City Council actions.

• Preliminary plat for Replat No. 1 of Parcel 1, Menapace Section 26 Subdivision (116.4968 acres, south of 3303 W. Highway 66)
• Text amendment to Title 10 to increase height and square footage limits for sports-related accessory structures in General Commercial zone
• Building permit activity report for February and March 2023
• City Council actions taken (information item)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on several items, including a $1.1 million contract for an effluent waterline replacement, a $600,000 state grant for downtown improvements, and a budget adjustment for Red Rock Park reimbursements. They will also discuss a request to remove a property from the Downtown Overlay District to allow cannabis cultivation, and hear a presentation on the Business Improvement District annual report.

• Award of Formal Bid #2307 to File Construction, LLC for $1,097,044.19 for 14-inch effluent waterline replacement Phase I
• Approval of Resolution No. R2023-6 accepting $600,000 New Mexico MainStreet Capital Outlay Grant for Coal Avenue Commons Alley / Paseo Project improvements
• Budget adjustment of $15,000 for electric department motor replacement
• Budget adjustment of $197,197 from cash balance for Red Rock Park reimbursements to McKinley County
• Ordinance No. S2023-3 to remove 101 North Third Street from Downtown Overlay District to allow cannabis cultivation

The City Council approved a contract for an effluent waterline replacement and a budget adjustment for Red Rock Park. The council also authorized parking lot closures for a monthly car show and tabled a request to reconfigure downtown overlay boundaries.

• Approved $1.1M contract with File Construction, LLC for 14” Effluent Waterline Replacement Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $337,500 budget adjustment for Red Rock Park Agreement (5-0)
• Approved parking lot closures for Cars and Coffee Friday Night Rides events (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-6 and New Mexico MainStreet Capital Outlay Grant (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Electric Department motor replacement expense (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled request to remove 104 North Third Street from Downtown Overlay District (5-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation and the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property or water rights. The session is authorized under New Mexico statutes and is not open to the public.

• Closed session on threatened or pending litigation
• Discussion of purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property or water rights
• Session at City Manager's Conference Room, 110 West Aztec Avenue

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Authority reviewed quarterly financial reports and 2022 animal statistics. Discussions included a request for radio access to Metro Dispatch for officer safety and the transition to a new veterinarian.

• Review of FY 2024 Projected Budget
• Request for Proposals (RFP) for Animal Shelter and Veterinarian Services
• Resolution #RA 2023-01 regarding Open Meetings Act
• Motion to support adding Animal Control to the Metro Dispatch radio frequency

The Board approved the projected FY 2024 budget and the Request for Proposals (RFP) for veterinarian and animal shelter services. The updated shelter RFP removes euthanasia duties from the Humane Society, transferring those responsibilities to the City of Gallup. The Board also accepted the quarterly financial report for July through December 2022.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Accepted quarterly financial report for July-December 2022 (3-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Projected Budget (3-0)
• Approved RFP for Animal Shelter Services and Veterinarian Services (3-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider awarding a $7.73 million contract to United Drilling Inc. for drilling two groundwater wells, after the lowest bidder withdrew. The council will also vote on joining national opioid settlements with Allergan and Teva, and approve routine consent items including minutes and a fund transfer. A presentation on the state legislative session is scheduled.

• Bid award to United Drilling Inc. for $7,732,775.06 for G-80 well drilling and testing
• Approval to execute opioid settlement participation agreements with Allergan and Teva
• Street closures for Gallup High School girls basketball champions parade on March 31
• Transfer of $3,012.84 in ARPA funds from capital to operating account at Octavia Fellin Public Library
• Legislative update from Rep. Patty Lundstrom on the 60-day session

The City Council approved a bid for the drilling and testing of two groundwater supply wells to supplement surface water. The council also authorized participation in two national opioid litigation settlements and approved street closures for a high school basketball championship parade.

• Approved $7,732,775.06 bid award to United Drilling Inc. for G-80 Well Pod-8 and Pod-13 drilling and testing (4-0)
• Approved execution of National Opioid Litigation Retail Pharmacy Settlement Participation Agreements with Allergan and Teva (4-0)
• Approved street closures for Gallup High School Girls 4A State Basketball Champions Parade on March 31, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 7, 2023 Joint Work Session and March 14, 2023 Regular Meeting (4-0)
• Approved transfer of ARPA funds from Capital to Operating Account (4-0)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to review and discuss a draft of the proposed Five Year Capital Fund Program (CFP) plan for 2023 through 2027. This is a staff and board-only session; the agenda is available to the public at the authority's office.

• Review of draft Five Year CFP plan for 2023-2027
• Work session for staff and board members only
• Meeting at 203 Debra Drive, Gallup, NM

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the resignation/retirement of the City Manager and potential candidates for the position, either interim or permanent. The session is authorized under state law for limited personnel discussions.

• Closed session on City Manager resignation/retirement and candidate selection
• Discussion of interim or permanent appointment for City Manager position

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a Budget Basics/Fund Accounting Workshop with city staff on March 27, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. at the El Morro Events Center. Although a quorum may be present, no official action will be taken by the Council at this workshop.

• Budget Basics/Fund Accounting Workshop with city staff
• Workshop at El Morro Events Center, 210 South Second Street
• No action to be taken by Council

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to discuss field and facility scheduling for 2023, safety measures including spectator behavior and alcohol bans, and requiring background checks for coaches. They will also hear reports from committees and leagues, and review the commission's charter.

• Review of Parks and Recreation Facilities Upgrades and Field and Facility Scheduling for 2023
• Safety measures: spectator behavior, no alcohol, enforcement
• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants, badges and IDs
• Discussion of usage fees by others
• Reports from Youth Basketball, Gallup Amateur Baseball and Softball Association, Gallup Soccer League, TDFL, Adult Softball and Baseball, Old-timers

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, revisit its strategic plan, and discuss Earth Day 2023 clean-up event plans. The board will also receive an update on the FY23 NMCB grant, nominate KGCB awards, and brainstorm ideas for the FY24 NMCB grant application. Public comments on non-agenda items are accepted near the meeting's end.

• Approval of January 20, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Earth Day 2023 April clean-up event plans
• FY23 NMCB grant update and KGCB award nominations
• Ideas for FY24 NMCB grant application
• Motion to adjourn (action item)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting, primarily receiving reports on the FY2022 audit, finances, maintenance, and housing management. The board will also consider a resolution to write off delinquent rent from former tenants, and may enter a closed session for one item.

• FY2022 Audit Presentation
• Financial Reports
• Maintenance Management Report
• Housing Management Report (Public Housing and HCV)
• Resolution 03-17-23-A: Write-off of delinquent rentals of former tenants (Jan 21 – Mar 17, 2023)

Library Advisory Board

The Gallup Library Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting, where it will vote on the February meeting minutes, the February cash revenues report and circulation statistics, and a resolution adopting the LAB meeting schedule. The board will also receive informational updates on Clearinghouse CDFI funding, city strategic planning, the new regional library, and Friends of the Library activities. Public comments are limited to five minutes.

• Approve February 16, 2023 meeting minutes (action)
• Approve February 2023 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Adoption of LAB Meeting Schedule Resolution (action)
• Clearinghouse CDFI Funding presentation by Shawn Nelson (information)
• City Strategic Planning presentation by Tammi Moe (information)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District board will vote on two items: a $25,659 lighted Streetliner display project at W. Coal at 5th Street, and approval of the annual Downtown Gallup Rt. 66 Freedom Ride Flight Cruise event. The board will also receive updates from the City Manager on several downtown projects, including the Coal Avenue Commons Phase 2, alley infrastructure replacement, and a quiet zone at railroad crossings. The agenda includes a report on recent meetings and planning activities, including discussions about the July 29 event and housing issues.

• Vote on lighted Streetliner display project at W. Coal at 5th Street, total cost $25,659 (Hinkley Signs estimate $17,216.96, Supersmith estimate attached)
• Vote to approve annual Downtown Gallup Rt. 66 Freedom Ride Flight Cruise event
• Update on Coal Avenue Commons Project Phase 2
• Update on alley infrastructure replacement between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• Update on quiet zone in downtown at railroad crossings

The Board approved the planning and execution of the Annual Downtown Gallup Rt. 66 Freedom Ride Flight Cruise. A proposal for a lighted Streetliner display project was tabled. The Board also approved the agenda, previous minutes, and the monthly financial report.

• Approved Annual Downtown Gallup Rt. 66 Freedom Ride Flight Cruise (5-0)
• Tabled lighted Streetliner display project at W. Coal at 5th Street
• Approved monthly financial report (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for two major infrastructure projects: Phase III of the Nizhoni Boulevard Complete Street Reconstruction and the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project Reach 27.7B. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including budget adjustments for cannabis excise tax fees and library funding, and discuss options for re-seeding Fox Run Golf Course.

• Award $5,864,487.14 contract to Murphy Builders, Inc. for Nizhoni Blvd Phase III
• Award $6,579,108.31 contract to Adame Construction, Inc. for NGWSP Reach 27.7B
• Approve $9,000 budget adjustment for state cannabis excise tax fee
• Approve $114,073.08 increase for Octavia Fellin Public Library (GO Bond and State Aid)
• Discuss three re-seeding options for Fox Run Golf Course

The City Council voted to close the Fox Run Golf Course for the year to prioritize re-seeding and re-establishment. The council also awarded two major construction contracts for road and water infrastructure projects.

• Approved full closure of Fox Run Golf Course for the year (3-2)
• Approved $5,864,487.14 contract to Murphy Builders, Inc. for Nizhoni Boulevard Phase III (5-0)
• Approved $6,579,108.31 bid award to Adame Construction, Inc. for Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project Reach 27.7B (4-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Cannabis Excise Tax (5-0)
• Approved $114,073.08 increase to Octavia Feilin Public Library revenue and expenditure (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from February 28 and March 1, 2023 (5-0)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will review and potentially act on grant applications for the Red Rock Classic in May 2023 and the Route 66 Showdown in June 2023. They will also discuss pending grant applications and strategies for complying with the lodger's tax spending mandate.

• Grant application: Red Rock Classic (May 2023)
• Grant application: Route 66 Showdown (June 2023)
• Discussion on lodger's tax spending mandate compliance

Gallup Aquatic Center Board

The Gallup Aquatic Center Board is meeting to discuss facility operations, including updates on Aaon and Dectron units, competition pool plaster, and financial report challenges. The meeting is closed to the public physically but accessible via Zoom.

• Update on Aaon units by Anthony Strain
• Update on Dectron units by Anthony Strain
• Update on competition pool plaster by Anthony Strain
• Discussion on student interns by Jvanna Hanks
• Financial report challenges by Michelle Burrola

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the Growth Management Master Plan (GMMP) update. The session will focus on project goals, priorities, and challenges related to land use, housing, transportation, urban design, economic development, parks, and public facilities. The agenda includes a review of existing goals and policies for trails, open space, facilities, parks, land use, urban design, and housing to determine their relevance and implementation status.

• Review of Growth Management Master Plan update, including goals for trails, open space, parks, land use, urban design, and housing
• Discussion of housing challenges and goals, including affordable housing and mixed-income development
• Consideration of land use policies, including compact development, historic preservation, and gateway improvements
• Review of transportation and urban design strategies, including streetscape improvements and downtown revitalization
• Discussion of economic development and parks/recreation goals

City Council

The Gallup City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission are holding a joint work session to discuss the 2023 update of the Growth Management Master Plan (GMMP). The session focuses on reviewing existing goals and policies across areas like trails, parks, land use, urban design, and housing, and gathering input on priorities and challenges. No formal decisions are being made; this is a discussion and review session.

• Review of trails and open space goals, including potential joint powers agreement with McKinley County
• Discussion of land use policies, including updating development standards and zoning map
• Consideration of downtown revitalization efforts, including streetscape improvements on U.S. 66
• Housing goals include promoting affordable housing and working with Gallup Housing Authority
• Discussion of economic development and transportation priorities for Gallup

The City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a joint work session to review the process for updating the City’s Growth Management Master Plan. No official action was taken during the session.

City Council

The Mayor and Councilors conducted a strategic planning work session to review the City of Gallup Plan 2023-2028. They reached a consensus on a list of top and high priority items for the 2023-2024 policy and management agendas. No official action was taken during the session.

• Consensus reached on Top Priority Policy Agenda: water lines upgrade, mill and overlay program, Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project, re-turf field projects, grants management, water wells, and liquor excise tax revenues
• Consensus reached on High Priority Policy Agenda: employee succession planning, communication strategy, Hiroshi Miyamura memorial, speeding and racing, sidewalk upgrades, Navajo Nation strategy, crime reduction, and banners program
• Consensus reached on Top Priority Management Agenda: wastewater treatment plant, District 1 mill and overlay, regional senior center, airport master plan, detox center funding, motel redevelopment, and narcotic drug task force re-activation
• Consensus reached on High Priority Management Agenda: airport air service extension, downtown grocery store redevelopment, employee compensation policy, workforce housing, fire aerial apparatus, quiet zone steps, and cemetery direction

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a $45 million application for water wells and cast iron line replacements. The agenda also includes discussions on cannabis land use regulations, airport terminal engineering, and various budget adjustments.

• Resolution R2023-4: $45 million application for water wells and cast iron line replacement
• Nizhoni Boulevard Phase III reconstruction: $335,238.88 construction management contract
• Ordinance S2023-2: Proposed changes to cannabis cultivation and manufacturing zoning
• Gallup Municipal Airport: $77,700 contract for new terminal engineering and site plans
• Kicker Monster Truck Show: $10,000 Lodger's Tax grant for marketing

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session focused on strategic planning for the City of Gallup. No other specific business or legislative items are listed on this agenda.

• Strategic Planning for the City of Gallup

The Mayor and Councilors participated in a leadership and strategic planning session facilitated by Lyle Sumek Associates, Inc. The session included discussions on the 2022 Performance Report and future challenges. No official action was taken during the meeting.

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority Board will consider two items: approving a new Animal Protection logo and approving out-of-state travel for two employees to attend a training in Longmont, Colorado. The logo change is to update branding and include both city and county logos. The travel request is for a five-day training course in May 2023, with costs estimated at about $3,900.

• Approval of new Animal Protection logo designed by Hinkley Signs
• Out-of-state travel request for two employees to Longmont, CO, May 8-12, 2023
• Training costs: $1,100 registration, $2,188.20 hotel, meals $59/day per employee
• Training is Code 3 Associates' Module C, leading to Animal Cruelty Investigator certification

The Board approved a new professional logo for the Animal Protection department to be used on vehicles and uniforms. It also approved a travel request for two employees to attend training in Colorado.

• Approved new Animal Protection logo (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for two employees to attend Code 3 Training in Longmont, CO in May 2023 (4-0)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board meets to approve prior minutes, revisit its strategic plan, and discuss Earth Day 2023 cleanup event plans. The board will also receive an update on the FY23 New Mexico Clean and Beautiful grant and hold open discussion on future ideas. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person at the Solid Waste Building.

• Approval of January 20, 2023 meeting minutes (action item)
• Revisit and update KGCB Strategic Plan
• Earth Day 2023 April Clean-Up Event Plans
• FY23 NMCB Grant update
• Motion to adjourn (action item)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting, primarily receiving reports on financials, maintenance, housing management, and executive director's expansion plans. The agenda includes no resolutions, but a closed session is possible. Public comments are limited to 2-3 minutes, with tenant grievances excluded.

• Financial reports
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management report (Public Housing and HCV)
• Executive Director expansion plans
• Possible closed session

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board is holding its monthly meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and financial reports, receive library updates, and conduct routine business including electing officers and setting the 2023 meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or funding allocations listed for a vote.

• Approve November 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approve November/December 2022 and January 2023 cash revenues and circulation statistics
• Election of officers
• Clearinghouse CDFI funding discussion (Shawn Nelson)
• New board member introductions: Nicole Roundtree & Percy Anderson

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to discuss downtown improvement projects, including the Coal Avenue Commons Phase 2, alley infrastructure replacement, a railroad quiet zone, and storm water runoff. They will also consider sign grant applications and hear reports on recent meetings about housing and economic development. The meeting is largely discussion and updates, with no major votes expected beyond routine approvals.

• Coal Avenue Commons Project Phase 2 update
• Alley infrastructure replacement between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• Quiet zone at downtown railroad crossings
• Storm water runoff on 2nd Street between Hill Street and alley behind City Hall
• Sign Grant applications: Malone Skateboards, Green Scene, GoldieLux Studio

The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and the monthly financial report. The City Manager provided updates on the Coal Avenue Commons Project and alley infrastructure. No other substantive votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Approved monthly financial report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, budget adjustments, appointments, and a bid award, plus several discussion items. Key actions include approving a $115,000 salary for a new city attorney, authorizing participation in a national opioid settlement with retail pharmacies, and approving street closures for a film shoot. The meeting also includes a request to transfer $2.65 million to the vehicle replacement fund and a $372,403 bid for a waterline replacement.

• Transfer $2,655,707 from general fund to vehicle replacement fund
• Award $372,403.01 bid to Adame Construction for Highway 264 well collector line replacement
• Approve employment agreement with David R. Eason as City Attorney at $115,000 annual salary
• Authorize execution of opioid settlement participation agreements with Albertsons, CVS, Kroger, Walmart; city share estimated $643,251.58
• Approve street closures for Dark Winds film shoot on Feb 22, 2023

The City Council authorized participation in a national opioid settlement and approved an employment agreement for a new City Attorney. The council also approved several budget adjustments, a construction bid for a well collector line, and a film shoot permit.

• Approved execution of National Opioid Litigation Retail Pharmacy Settlement for an anticipated $643,251.58 (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for City Attorney David R. Eason at an annual salary of $115,000 (5-0)
• Approved bid award to Adame Construction Inc. for Highway 264 Well Collector Line Replacement (5-0)
• Approved 2023 CDBG Fair Housing Proclamation (5-0)
• Approved contract for general legal services (5-0)
• Approved street parking lot and alleyway closures for a film shoot on February 22, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustments for vehicle replacement, senior program, overtime, and purchasing training (5-0)
• Approved appointments to the Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board and Octavia Fellin Public Library Advisory Board (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss the condition of parks and recreation facilities. No official actions were taken during the meeting.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a final plat for a minor subdivision south of 6 White Cliffs Road, and a proposed amendment to Title 10 to revise cannabis regulations and Downtown Overlay District boundaries. The commission will also receive information on City Council actions and the January building permit report.

• Final Plat approval for Jose Lozano Subdivision, 1.8933 acres south of 6 White Cliffs Road, splitting into two lots
• Text amendment to Title 10 to revise Cannabis Regulations and Downtown Overlay District boundaries, initiated by Rick Murphy
• City Council will give final approval on the text amendment on February 28, 2023
• January 2023 Building Permit Activity Report to be presented

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a bid award for a sewer line realignment project on 2nd Street and Trademart Square, along with several budget adjustments and a resolution for second-quarter budget changes. They will also consider an ordinance to restore Municipal Court jurisdiction over second and third offense DWIs. The agenda includes multiple consent items, such as amendments to an EDA grant MOU and various capital project closures.

• Bid award to Adame Construction Inc. for $1,176,214 (total project $1,293,836) for 2nd St. sewer line realignment
• Ordinance C2023-1 to restore Municipal Court jurisdiction over 2nd and 3rd offense DWIs
• Budget adjustment of $67,000 to increase GGEDC personnel funding for EDA grant
• Budget adjustment of $135,547 for Noe Substation relay replacement (SCADA improvement)
• Resolution R2023-2 for 2nd quarter FY2023 budget adjustments and $1,000,000 temporary cash transfer

The City Council awarded a contract to Adame Construction Inc. for sewer line work and restored municipal court jurisdiction over certain DWI offenses. The council also approved several budget adjustments and the closing of electric capital projects.

• Approved $1,176,214 contract to Adame Construction Inc. for 2nd Street Trademart Square sewer line realignment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. C2023-1 restoring Municipal Court jurisdiction over 2nd and 3rd offense DWIs (5-0)
• Approved $441,573 lodgers tax budget adjustment for Red Rock Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved closing of 8 electric capital projects (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment of $5,000 from fund balance for warehouse truck purchase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2023-2 for 2nd Quarter FY 2023 budget adjustments and report of actuals (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for rebuilt A/B Blower at Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved capital transfer for vehicle shop roof replacement and contract award (5-0)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve prior minutes, revisit its strategic plan, and plan the Earth Day Clean-Up event. The board will also receive an update on its FY23 state grant and discuss future ideas. Public comment on non-agenda items is allowed near the meeting's end.

• Approval of November 29, 2022 meeting minutes (action item)
• Strategic plan review and updates
• Earth Day Clean-Up event planning
• FY23 NMCB grant update
• Motion to adjourn (action item)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting, primarily receiving reports on finances, maintenance, housing management, and Mesa Apartments. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including writing off delinquent rent from former tenants, approving the annual meeting notice, the 2023 holiday schedule, and 5-year goals. The meeting is open to the public, with a possible closed session.

• Resolution 01-20-23-A: Write-off of delinquent rentals from former tenants (July 15, 2022 – Jan 20, 2023)
• Resolution 01-20-23-B: Approval of Annual Notice of Meetings under Open Meeting Act
• Resolution 01-20-23-C: Approval of updated 2023 Holiday Schedule
• Resolution 01-20-23-D: Approval of 5-Year Goals and Objectives for GHA programs
• Reports on Financial, Maintenance, Housing Management, and Mesa Apartments

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve routine items and hear updates from the City Manager on several downtown projects, including the Coal Avenue Commons Phase 2, alley infrastructure, a railroad quiet zone, and storm water runoff on 2nd Street. The board will also discuss the Lighted Streetliner Display, Downtown Improvement Fund, Lowe's Plaza, housing, and a rescheduled annual report to City Council.

• Coal Avenue Commons Project Phase 2 update
• Alley infrastructure replacement between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• Quiet zone in downtown at railroad crossings
• Storm water runoff on 2nd Street between Hill Street and alley behind City Hall
• Annual BID report to City Council rescheduled to January 24, 2023

The Board approved the meeting agenda, previous minutes, and financial reports for November and December 2022. Members received updates on downtown infrastructure projects and discussed the development of a Downtown Improvement Fund.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved November and December 2022 Monthly Financial Reports (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a cannabis sales business at 202 S. Third St. in the Mixed-Use Center zone. The commission will also consider a resolution on annual Open Meetings Act notice review, and receive information items including building permit activity reports and attendance records. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for cannabis sales at 202 S. Third St. (Case #22-00700003)
• Resolution RP2023-1: Annual Open Meetings Act notice review
• Information: City Council actions taken
• Information: December 2022 building permit activity report
• Information: Building permit five-year comparison (2018-2022)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $1,253,672.42 construction contract for the West Logan Avenue street and drainage project, with a $92,500 budget adjustment to cover a funding shortfall. The council will also consider accepting a right-of-way dedication for a water pipeline connection, a $24,000 DWI enforcement sub-grant, and a budget adjustment for a new Acting Deputy Chief position. Discussion items include a film shoot street closure request, a cannabis zoning text amendment, and presentations on the Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial and a road extension proposal.

• Award $1,253,672.42 construction contract to H.O. Construction for West Logan Ave (6th to 9th St.) project; approve $92,500 budget shortfall coverage
• Accept Sky City right-of-way dedication for Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project pipeline connection at Cliff Dr.
• Approve $24,000 DWI Task Force sub-grant for Gallup Police Department sobriety checkpoints
• Approve $12,291 budget adjustment for Acting Deputy Chief position; annual salary $103,364.35
• Approve $50,000 state grant for grants management; $364,750 budget for Best of the Best Rodeo (June 21-24, 2023)

The City Council approved Ordinance S2023-1 to revise cannabis zoning regulations, including the removal of the 300-foot residential use requirement. Council also approved street closures for the filming of the series 'Dark Winds' and authorized several budget adjustments and contracts.

• Approved Ordinance S2023-1 revising cannabis zoning regulations (5-0)
• Approved street, parking lot, and alleyway closures for 'Dark Winds' film shoot (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Acting Deputy Chief position (5-0)
• Approved Best of the Best Rodeo budget for current fiscal year (5-0)
• Approved promotion contract with Walt Eddy for Best of the Best Rodeo (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2023-1 regarding Open Meetings Act notice (5-0)
• Approved West Logan Avenue and Drainage Project construction contract (5-0)
• Approved $24,000 budget adjustment for McKinley County DWI Task Force sub-grant (5-0)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Authority reviewed quarterly financial reports and discussed the transition to a month-to-month contract with the McKinley County Humane Society. Officials also addressed recent vandalism at the animal control shelter and its impact on operations.

• Approval of October 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Out-of-state training request for two officers totaling approximately $3,300
• Quarterly Financial Report covering July 2021 to June 2022
• Update on the McKinley County Humane Society contract and RFP process
• Report on shelter vandalism occurring September 29, 2022

The Board approved the annual Open Meetings Act resolution and accepted quarterly financial and animal statistics reports. Members formally voted to support a request for Animal Control officers to be added to the Metro Dispatch radio frequency for safety. The Board also noted the appointment of a new contract veterinarian.

• Approved annual Open Meetings Act Resolution #RA 2023-01 (3-0)
• Accepted Quarterly Financial Report for July-September 2022 (3-0)
• Accepted Animal Control statistics report for January-December 2022 (3-0)
• Approved motion to support request for Metro Dispatch radio frequency access (3-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 11, 2022 meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving a new contract with Rhino Health, Inc. for water, wastewater, and electric utility rates. The proposed rates continue the original 2019 contract terms, except for a reduction in the wastewater rate from $0.03 to $0.02916 per cubic foot. Staff recommends adopting the proposed rates with a contract term not exceeding two years.

• Proposed water rate: $0.0486 per cubic foot
• Proposed wastewater rate: $0.02916 per cubic foot (reduced from $0.03)
• Electric energy charge: $0.07 per kilowatt/hour plus demand charges
• Contract term recommended not to exceed two years
• Rates include Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project surcharge

The City Council approved a two-year contract for Rhino Health, Inc. featuring a specific commodity water rate and the inclusion of the Navajo Gallup Water Project surcharge. The decision establishes a rate structure that will serve as the industrial rate moving forward.

• Approved contract for Rhino Health, Inc. with $0.0417 commodity rate, NGWSP surcharge, and proposed sewer rate for two years (4-0)