Gallup public meetings in 2024

City Council

This meeting of the Gallup City Council has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Regular meeting scheduled for December 24, 2024, canceled

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will hold its monthly meeting to receive status updates on the FY2024 audit, financial reports, maintenance management, and housing operations. The board will also discuss an update on a vacant commissioner position. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• FY2024 audit status report
• Financial reports review
• Maintenance management update
• Housing management report (Public Housing and HCV)
• Board vacancy update discussion

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on four motions: approving a facade grant reimbursement of $3,845.60 for security gates at 221 West Hwy 66, a sign grant reimbursement of $5,000 for Kestrel Leather at the same address, memorializing the May 2024 renewal and salary of the BID Executive Director, and memorializing the number of BID Board members. Discussion items include updates on the Lexington Hotel and former Lowe's Plaza properties, the Lighted Streetliner project, Coal Avenue Commons planning, and downtown development concepts. The agenda also includes a detailed list of recent activities in housing, beautification, events, and economic development.

• Motion to approve $3,845.60 facade grant reimbursement for security gates at 221 West Hwy 66
• Motion to approve $5,000 sign grant reimbursement for Kestrel Leather at 221 West Hwy 66
• Motion to memorialize May 2024 BID Executive Director renewal and salary from prior minutes
• Discussion of Lexington Hotel and former Lowe's Plaza property updates from City of Gallup
• Report on Lighted Streetliner project and plans for Coal Avenue Commons 2025

The Gallup BID Board approved three items: a $3,845.60 facade grant for steel gates at 221 W. Hwy 66, a $5,000 sign grant for Kestrel Leather at the same address, and a motion to memorialize the May 16, 2024 Executive Director renewal and salary increase. All votes were unanimous. Discussion items included future plans for Coal Avenue Commons and a possible board size change, but no decisions were made on those.

• Approved $3,845.60 facade grant for steel gates at 221 W. Hwy 66 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 sign grant for Kestrel Leather at 221 W. Hwy 66 (unanimous)
• Approved memorializing May 16, 2024 Executive Director renewal and salary increase (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will decide whether to approve Ordinance S2024-5 annexing about 4,880 acres north of Gallup (Carbon Coal North Annexation), including a Supplemental Annexation Agreement with Gallup Land Partners. Two landowners (the Byerleys and George Athens) have requested their properties be excluded. The Council will also consider resolutions accepting a $10 million federal drought resiliency grant for a new water well and a $548,064 state loan/grant for waterline replacements.

• Annexation of 4,880.8922 acres north of Gallup along Carbon Coal Road, US 491, and NM 608
• Two property owners (Byerley and Athens) request exclusion from the annexation
• Resolution R2024-37: accept $9.5 million federal grant (plus $500,000 city share) for a G-80 water well
• Resolution R2024-38: $548,064 NMFA loan/grant for designing waterline replacements (cast iron, asbestos, cement, ductile pipes)

The Gallup City Council approved the Carbon Coal North Annexation (Ordinance No. S2024-5), adding about 4,880 acres north of Gallup, with the exclusion of Dudley Byerly's property. The council also approved a $10 million federal grant for a drought-resilient water well and a $548,064 loan/grant from the New Mexico Finance Authority for waterline design.

• Approved Carbon Coal North Annexation, excluding Byerly property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-37 accepting $10M drought resiliency grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-38 for $548,064 NM Finance Authority loan/grant (5-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: a conditional use permit for a cannabis cultivation business at 110 Dee Ann Ave., and a final plat approval for Rehoboth Christian School's minor subdivision that includes vacating a portion of Rehoboth Drive. Staff recommends approval of the cannabis permit with conditions. The meeting also includes information items on recent City Council actions and building permits.

• Conditional Use Permit for cannabis cultivation at 110 Dee Ann Ave., 1.93 acres in Heavy Commercial zone
• Final plat approval for Rehoboth Christian School subdivision replat (156.3 acres) and vacation of 0.3471 acres of Rehoboth Drive
• Request to vacate a public access drainage/utility easement and dedicate northern Rehoboth Drive as 57-foot right-of-way
• Cannabis cultivation must operate indoors, be screened, comply with parking and landscaping standards
• Information items: City Council actions taken and November 2024 building permit activity report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several budget adjustments and public hearings, including a major annexation of 4,880 acres north of Gallup known as the Carbon Coal North Annexation. The council will also vote on a $375,000 demolition contract for the Kachina Packing Company and a FEMA flood plain study for the Allison Crossing Project. Additional action items include budget adjustments for picnic shelters and wastewater services.

• Approval of Annexation Ordinance S2024-5 for Carbon Coal North Annexation (4,880 acres) — with landowners requesting exclusion
• Budget adjustment of $375,000 for demolition of Kachina Packing Company
• Approval of 2D FEMA flood plain study for Allison Crossing Project (at no cost to city)
• Budget adjustment of $36,092.10 for three picnic shelters at Mossman Park and We The People Park
• Budget adjustments of $170,000 for attorney fees and operations, and $50,000 for wastewater professional services

The Gallup City Council approved several budget adjustments, including $375,000 for demolition of the Old Kachina Packing Company, $36,092.10 for three picnic shelters, $50,000 for wastewater, and a FEMA flood plain study for the Allison Crossing project. The council also deferred action on the Carbon Coal North Annexation to a special meeting on December 16, 2024. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $375,000 budget adjustment for demolition of Kachina Packing Company (5-0)
• Approved $36,092.10 budget adjustment for three picnic shelters (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 budget adjustment for wastewater (5-0)
• Approved 2D FEMA flood plain study for Allison Crossing Project (5-0)
• Deferred action on annexation ordinance to December 16, 2024 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment of 201 Accounts for Municipal Court attorney fees (5-0)
• Approved cancellation of December 24, 2024 regular council meeting (5-0)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will meet to approve minutes from October, discuss an update to its strategic plan, and review plans for FY25 NMCB Grant-funded youth empowerment clean-ups. Members will also consider tree types for a future giveaway and training event, and promote ongoing clean-up challenges. The meeting includes open discussion for future ideas and partnerships.

• Approval of October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (ACTION ITEM)
• KGCB Strategic Plan update
• FY25 NMCB Grant Youth Empowerment Clean-Ups and tree types for future giveaway
• Promote clean-ups & challenges
• Open discussion for future ideas and partnerships

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board approved the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes. The board discussed the FY25 NMCB Grant Youth Empowerment Clean-Ups and reviewed a list of tree species for future giveaways, with expert input from Bud Lopez. No final decisions were made on the tree list or grant details.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Business Improvement District

This is a public notice for the annual informational meeting of the Gallup Business Improvement District, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2024, at 10 AM at the Gallup El Morro Event Center. No specific decisions, proposals, or action items are listed in the notice; the meeting appears to be procedural only.

• No specific agenda items provided; meeting is informational only.

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodgers Tax Committee will meet on December 3, 2024, to review and take action on two grant applications totaling $22,424.13, and to discuss potential updates to the Lodgers Tax Ordinance. The committee will also approve minutes from the August meeting.

• Friends of Hubbell Auction grant request for $6,500 (May 3, 2025 event)
• New Deal Virtual Art Museum Launch Events grant request for $15,924.13 (March 28-29, 2025)
• Discussion of Lodgers Tax Ordinance updates

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is discussing a potential increase to field usage fees and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. They will review financial reports from leagues, safety protocols including alcohol enforcement, and ongoing capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3. The commission also addresses spectator behavior and a ban on personal vehicles in the sports complex.

• Field usage fee increase proposed (discussion)
• Background checks required for all coaches and assistants
• Financial reports from TDFL received; other leagues must submit
• Safety enforcement: no alcohol allowed, spectator behavior
• Capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding an $8.83 million construction contract to Murphy Builders for Phase I of the Regional Senior Center. Other discussion items include an ordinance amending utility rates and administration, a proposed 31% fee increase for indigent defense legal services, budget adjustments for animal control facility and vehicle maintenance, and a bid award for civil grading at the New Sunshine Substation.

• Award of $8,830,000 construction contract to Murphy Builders for Phase I of the Regional Senior Center
• Ordinance C2024-7 revising Title 8, Chapters 6 and 6A (utility rates and administration) to eliminate inconsistencies
• Bid award of $186,758.58 to D'Bonaguidi, Inc. for civil grading at the New Sunshine Substation
• Budget adjustment of $20,000 for animal control facility and vehicle maintenance
• Approval of Advocate Law Center proposal for indigent defense with ~31% fee increase

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The regular November 21 meeting of the Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board has been postponed. The meeting will now be held on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the same location and via Zoom. No other agenda items were provided.

• Regular meeting postponed from Nov 21 to Dec 6, 2024

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District board will hold a discussion-only meeting, with no voting items on the agenda. Key discussion topics include updates on the Lexington Hotel and former Lowe's Plaza properties, the Lighted Streetliner project, Coal Avenue Commons, and the FY25 budget. The board will also receive reports on the Gallup Metropolitan Redevelopment Plan and various community initiatives.

• Update on Lexington Hotel property from City of Gallup
• Update on former Lowe's Plaza property from City of Gallup
• Lighted Streetliner project discussion with engineering plans
• FY25 budget discussion
• Gallup Metropolitan Redevelopment Plan (MRA) discussion

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Gallup Land Partners, LLC and the City of Gallup to annex 25 properties totaling 4,880.8922 acres north of Gallup along Carbon Coal Road, US 491, and NM 608. The proposed initial zoning is Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) and Rural Residential (RR) Zone District. The commission will also review minutes from the previous meeting and receive informational reports on City Council actions and building permit activity.

• Public hearing on annexation of 25 properties (4,880.8922 acres) for Carbon Coal North Annexation
• Initial zoning designations: Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) and Rural Residential (RR)
• Annexation will go to City Council for final approval on December 10, 2024
• Approval of October 9, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Information items: City Council Actions Taken and October 2024 Building Permit Activity Report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss a whistleblower complaint from a City employee. The body will also discuss threatened litigation related to that complaint.

• Personnel matters regarding a City employee whistleblower complaint
• Threatened litigation involving the City of Gallup

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will hold its monthly meeting on November 15, 2024. The board will vote on several resolutions: revised monthly utility allowances for both Section 8 and Public Housing programs, the 2025 Section 8 Payment Standards, and the 2025 Flat Rent Rates. A report on the FY2024 audit exit conference will also be presented, and there will be discussion on a board vacancy. The public may comment during open floor.

• Resolution 11-15-24-A: Revised Monthly Utility Allowances for Section 8 Housing programs
• Resolution 11-15-24-B: Revised Monthly Utility Allowances for Public Housing
• Resolution 11-15-24-C: 2025 Section 8 Payment Standards
• Resolution 11-15-25-D: 2025 Flat Rent Rates
• Discussion: Board vacancy announcement

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a $24 million NMED loan for wastewater repairs and a $4.9 million contract to drill two new wells due to delays in the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project. Discussion items include a $410,000 budget transfer for automated electrical switches, an ordinance to expand the Library Advisory Board from seven to nine members, and a $65,000 budget adjustment to reclassify a building inspector position. The meeting also features a presentation on a new crisis center and a request to use city property for a tiny art project.

• $24 million NMED loan (CWSRF-EQ-148) for Northside sewer interceptor repairs and wastewater treatment plant upgrades
• $4.9 million contract award to Hydro Resources for drilling and testing two new wells (G80 Well POD 1 and 2) funded by federal and state grants
• $1.1 million NMDOT grant for Aztec Avenue rehabilitation from Strong Drive to Marguerite Street (city match $55,000)
• $410,530 budget transfer and award to Southern States LLC for 20 SCADA-automated switches
• Ordinance C2024-6 to increase Library Advisory Board membership from seven to nine

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss the City of Gallup’s Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.

• Review and discussion of the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan

Gallup Aquatic Center Board

The Gallup Aquatic Center Board will discuss and potentially approve two repair projects: a roof patch and replacement, and Aaon repairs/replacement, both with cost sharing between McKinley County School District (20%) and the City of Gallup (80%) per the Joint Powers Agreement. The board will also discuss a Dectron replacement. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom.

• Approval of roof patch and replacement with 20% school district and 80% city cost share per JPA section 24
• Approval of Aaon repairs and replacement with same cost split
• Discussion of Dectron replacement
• Update on facility operation by Anthony Strain
• Approval of minutes from September 14, 2023

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting, primarily focusing on routine consent agenda items such as approving September 2024 cash revenues and circulation statistics, and minutes from prior meetings. Under new business, the board will discuss library updates, a proposal for meeting minutes formatting, scheduling the first meeting of 2025, and a donor checkup. Unfinished business includes discussions on expanding the board and capital campaign planning, with possible action on the latter.

• Approve September 2024 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Approve August 26, 2024 and September 23, 2024 Meeting Minutes (action)
• Discuss Proposal for LAB Meeting Minutes format (information/discussion and possible action)
• Discuss Expanding the Board (information/discussion)
• Discuss Capital Campaign Planning (information/discussion possible action)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission will discuss financial reports from leagues, spectator safety and alcohol enforcement, and potential field usage fee increases. The City Parks Director will report on capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3. Committees and leagues will provide updates on youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult leagues. The commission also plans to review its charter and reinforce background check requirements for coaches.

• Proposed increase in field usage fees
• Requirement of background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Prohibition of personal vehicles inside the Sports Complex compound
• Review of commission charter and safety policies for youth

City Council

The City Council will review a $3 million NMED grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant repairs and first quarter FY 2025 budget adjustments. The body is also considering a new DWI Compliance Clerk position for the Municipal Court and a $24,000 police sub-grant for DWI enforcement.

• Resolution R2024-35: $3 million NMED grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant repairs
• Resolution R2024-34: FY 2025 1st Quarter budget adjustments and temporary cash transfers
• McKinley County DWI Task Force sub-grant for Gallup Police Department in the amount of $24,000
• Proposed DWI Compliance Clerk position at Municipal Court with $52,000 salary and $2,000 operating expenses
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 9, August 13, August 27, September 4, and September 10, 2024

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial, maintenance, and housing management reports. The board will consider resolutions regarding delinquent rental write-offs and loan refinancing.

• Resolution 10-18-24-A: Write-off of delinquent rentals from July 1, 2024, through October 18, 2024
• Resolution 10-18-24-B: Refinancing of the Pinnacle Bank loan for Mesa Apartments
• Update on Homeownership Project
• Approval of August 16, 2024, meeting minutes

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will vote on approving a Memorandum of Understanding for the FY25 New Mexico Clean and Beautiful Grant and on changing regular meetings to every other month, excluding December. The board will also discuss a strategic plan update and promote Gallup-McKinley County Schools clean-ups and Earth Month Challenges. The meeting is on October 17, 2024, at the Solid Waste Building and via Zoom.

• Vote on FY25 NMCB Grant MOU approval
• Vote to move meetings to every other month, excluding December
• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Strategic plan update discussion
• Promotion of GMCS school clean-ups and Earth Month Challenges

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board meeting scheduled for October 17, 2024 has been canceled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regular meeting is set for November 21, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Rico Auto Complex. No business was conducted.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Radi Almasri on behalf of Lucia DeSantis for a Conditional Use Permit to allow a cannabis sales business in the Mixed-Use Center zone at 202 S. Third St. The commission will also review past meeting minutes and a building permit activity report.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for cannabis sales at 202 S. Third St. (Lot 1, Block 43, O.T.S. Addn.)
• Approval of August 14th and September 4th, 2024 meeting minutes
• Information items: City Council actions taken and building permit activity report

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will meet on October 8, 2024, to approve minutes from July, hear a quarterly financial report covering transactions from July 2023 to June 2024, discuss changing future meeting dates, and nominate and appoint a new chairperson.

• Quarterly Financial Report for period ending June 2024, including budget vs. actual expenditures
• Change meeting dates proposal
• Nomination and appointment of new chairperson

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider a $4,323,568 grant agreement with NMDOT to add flights to Henderson, NV (near Las Vegas) and increase Phoenix service starting November 4, 2024. Other action items include awarding a $374,881.78 contract for demolition of the Kachina Packing Facility, a $21,044.06 budget adjustment to reimburse DFA for unexpended police recruitment funds, and several consent agenda items such as street closures for Arts Crawl events, park upgrades, and budget adjustments for fire department carryover and a power transformer purchase.

• Resolution R2024-33 / Grant GUP-25-01: $4,323,568 rural air service enhancement for flights to Henderson, NV and more Phoenix service (City match $216,178.40/year, offset by Advanced Air $5,000/month)
• Kachina Packing Facility demolition contract award to Grancor Environmental for $374,881.78 (funded by insurance settlement fund 376)
• Police Department reimbursement of $21,044.06 to DFA for unexpended Law Enforcement Recruitment and Retention Fund (HB68)
• Consent: Power transformer purchase for Sunshine Substation at $1,759,641.79 (Bid No. 2024-ITB-008)
• Consent: Fire Department FY24-FY25 fund carryover of $1,554,516.43, including $1,345,516.43 for new aerial ladder truck

City Council

This notice announces a meet-and-greet event for new City Manager Frank Chiapetti on September 27, 2024, hosted by the Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce. No formal council action will occur during the event, though a quorum of the City Council may be present.

• Event: Meet and Greet for City Manager Frank Chiapetti
• Date and time: Friday, September 27, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.
• Location: El Morro Events Center, 210 South Second Street
• Host: Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce (Business After Hours)
• City Council attendance may constitute a quorum but no action will be taken

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on a sign grant application from Jason Arsenhault, CPA, at 204 East Aztec Avenue, with a total project cost of $4,769.88 and a reimbursement request of $3,577.40. The board will also discuss updates on the Lexington Hotel, former Lowe's Plaza property, downtown bicycle security patrols, lighted streetliner project, and trash removal, as well as a monthly arts crawl report and FY25 budget.

• Vote on sign grant application for 204 East Aztec Avenue: project cost $4,769.88, reimbursement $3,577.40
• Discussion: Lexington Hotel status update from City of Gallup
• Discussion: Former Lowe's Plaza property update from City of Gallup
• Discussion: Lighted Streetliner project and pole signage with Dynamic Signs
• Activity report: Downtown bicycle security patrols hired from mid-June to September 4; Levitt AMP Music Concert Series grant request

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission is reviewing safety protocols, including background checks for coaches and alcohol prohibitions. The body is also discussing future capital improvements for city sports facilities.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Prohibition of alcohol beverages and enforcement of spectator behavior
• Capital improvements for Veteran’s Joe Vargas, Indian Hills Park, Sports Complex, and Larry Brian Mitchell
• Ban on personal vehicles at the Sports Complex
• Review of the commission charter

City Council

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including lodger's tax grants for two events and an FAA grant for runway reseal. Discussion items include creation of a new library case manager position, demolition contract for Kachina Packing facility, replat and alley vacation, and a text amendment to allow cannabis courier service. The airport will close for one week in October for the runway work.

• Approval of FAA grant ($553,500 federal) and bid award to American Road Maintenance for airport runway reseal (total $632,500); airport closed Oct 19-25
• Creation of one FTE Library Case Manager ($60,180/year), partially funded by ReCAST grant ($33,000/year for 2 years)
• Contract award to Grancor Environmental for demolition of Kachina Packing facility at 3191 Industry Drive, total $374,881.78
• Lodger's tax grants: $25,000 for Four Corners Invitational Youth Football Championship (Nov 2-3) and $35,000 for Red Rock Balloon Rally (Dec 6-8)
• Text amendment request by CMC Cannabis Dispensary to add cannabis courier as an accessory conditional use

Library Advisory Board

The Gallup Library Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting to consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of August financial reports and meeting minutes. New business includes library updates and a discussion on expanding the board. The primary discussion item is next steps for the capital campaign.

• Approve August 2024 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Approve August 26, 2024 Meeting Minutes (action)
• Library Updates - information/discussion
• Expanding the Board - discussion
• Next Steps for the Capital Campaign - information/discussion

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The monthly Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for September 20, 2024, has been cancelled.

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will meet to approve July meeting minutes, discuss a strategic plan update, and welcome a new board member. Key items include planning for National CleanUp Day on September 21 and an update on the FY25 NMCB Grant contract. The meeting is largely procedural with open discussion on future events and partnerships.

• Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (action item)
• Welcome new board member Noele Lee
• National CleanUp Day – Saturday, September 21, 2024
• FY25 NMCB Grant contract update
• Promote school clean-ups and Earth Month Challenges

City Council

The council will vote on a consent agenda including event permits for Gallup Pride and Fire Prevention Week, plus appointments to the library board. A discussion item involves awarding a $333,910 contract for a control building at the Sunshine Substation to Modular Connections, LLC after two failed RFPs. The council will also accept a $3,184 trauma grant for rapid response medical bags.

• Award of RFP for Sunshine Substation control building to Modular Connections, LLC for $333,910
• Revenue and expenditure of $3,184 for FY25 Trauma System Development Grant for 14 rapid response medical bags
• Closure of lower parking lot at Downtown Courthouse Square on Sept 28 for Gallup Pride
• Street closures on Aztec Avenue from 8th Street to Puerco Drive on Oct 10 for Fire Prevention Week Parade
• Appointments of Rep. Wonda Johnson and Debra Martinez to Octavia Fellin Public Library Advisory Board

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a final plat for a minor subdivision at 1000 East Aztec Avenue, combining 28 lots into one and vacating a 10-foot alley right-of-way. They will also consider amending the municipal code to allow cannabis couriers. A second subdivision request from Rehoboth Christian School has been removed and will be presented later.

• Final Plat approval for Replat No. 1 of Lots 9–36, Block 16, I.H. Fords Highway 66 Addition, including vacating a 10' alley right-of-way and dedicating a public utility easement at 1000 East Aztec Avenue (2.1406 acres M/L)
• Request to amend Title 10 'Land Development Standards' to revise Cannabis Regulations to allow a Cannabis Courier (Case #24-00900001)
• Rehoboth Christian School subdivision request (Case #24-00300003) removed from the agenda; will be presented at a later date
• Public comments may be submitted in writing prior to or presented in person at the meeting

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially award two contracts for the building and equipping of Well SJ-1491. The Water Department recommends awarding these contracts to Murphy Builders and Hydro Resources.

• Contract No. 1 for Well SJ-1491 to Murphy Builders for $1,643,965.62
• Contract No. 2 for Well SJ-1491 to Hydro Resources for $196,889.88

The Gallup City Council approved and awarded two contracts for the construction and equipping of Well SJ-1491. Contract No. 1 was awarded to Murphy Builders for $1,643,965.62, and Contract No. 2 to Hydro Resources of Colorado for $196,889.88, both including New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax. Funding comes from a New Mexico Finance Authority Loan/Grant. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved Contract No. 1 to Murphy Builders for $1,643,965.62 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract No. 2 to Hydro Resources of Colorado for $196,889.88 (unanimous)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The City of Gallup Lodger’s Tax Committee is holding a meeting on August 29, 2024. No specific discussion items or decisions were listed in the provided public notice.

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on hiring Frank Chiapetti as the new city manager with a $135,000.32 annual salary, and consider a resolution to apply for $10.8 million in state funding for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project. The consent agenda includes adjustments to fire department funds and street closures for high school homecoming parades. The council will also discuss renewing the MainStreet Arts & Cultural District contract and receive a presentation on the Preparedness and Public Safety Day event.

• Hiring Frank Chiapetti, Jr. as city manager at $135,000.32 annual salary, starting September 3, 2024
• Resolution R2024-30 authorizing $10,801,781.82 application for Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project (Reach 27.12) with hardship waiver request
• Revenue and expenditure adjustment of $37,301 for FY25 Fire Protection Fund distribution
• Revenue and expenditure of $62,600 from FY25 EMS Fund Act for fire department supplies
• Revenue and expenditure of $262,500 over three years for FY25 DFA Firefighter Recruitment Fund

The Gallup City Council unanimously approved an employment agreement with Frank Chiapetti as the new City Manager, with a start date of September 3, 2024. The council also approved a resolution to apply for state funding for water system improvements, a contract with Gallup MainStreet, and five consent agenda items. Public comments focused on community safety, homelessness, and police response times, but no formal action was taken on those topics.

• Approved employment agreement with new City Manager Frank Chiapetti (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2024-30 to apply for NM Water Trust Board funding for Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project (5-0)
• Approved Gallup MainStreet Arts and Cultural District contract and MOU (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-5, including fund adjustments and street closures for homecoming parades (5-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold a regular monthly meeting with a consent agenda to approve cash revenue reports and circulation statistics for March through July 2024, as well as the March 25, 2024 meeting minutes. The board will also receive library updates and discuss a candidate recommendation for a board member.

• Approve Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics for March, April, May, June, July 2024 (action)
• Approve March 25, 2024 Meeting Minutes (action)
• Library Updates from Tammi or Johnson (information/discussion)
• Candidate recommendation for board member (information/discussion)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on August 22, 2024 at 3:30 PM to discuss limited personnel matters related to hiring a City Manager. The session is closed to the public under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session to discuss hiring of City Manager

City Council

The Gallup City Council will attend a town hall meeting to discuss recent fiber cuts in McKinley County and the lack of middle mile redundancy. No action will be taken by the City Council at this event.

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial, maintenance, and housing management reports. The meeting includes an update on a homeownership project and a closed session regarding the Executive Director's evaluation.

• Financial reports
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management report for Public Housing and HCV
• Update on Homeownership Project
• Closed session for Executive Director Evaluation

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on August 16, 2024, at 3:30 PM in the City Manager's Conference Room. The closed session is to discuss limited personnel matters regarding hiring a City Manager, threatened or pending litigation, and the purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property. No public decisions or votes will be taken during this session.

• Closed session under NMSA 1978 Sections 10-15-1(H)(2), 10-15-1(H)(7), and 10-15-1(H)(8)
• Discussion of limited personnel matters: hiring of a City Manager
• Discussion of threatened or pending litigation against the City
• Discussion of purchase, acquisition, or disposal of real property

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to review the FY25 budget and receive updates on downtown properties and security. The board will discuss the status of the Lexington Hotel and the former Lowe’s Plaza property.

• FY25 budget discussion
• Lexington Hotel and former Lowe’s Plaza property status updates
• Contract with Dynamic Signs Company to repaint/replace BID monument welcome portions
• Review of downtown bicycle security patrols and Red Rock Security patrol hiring
• Marketing reimbursement grant request for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a waiver from cannabis proximity distance requirements for a proposed cannabis sales business at 410 North 9th Street, which is within 300 feet of residential, educational, and park zones. Two subdivision plat requests were removed from the agenda and will be presented at a later date. The commission will also receive information items including a building permit activity report and city council actions taken.

• Public hearing for waiver from Cannabis Proximity Distance Requirements for property at 410 North 9th Street (Patriot Estates, LLC)
• Building permit activity report for March, April, May, June, and July 2024
• City Council actions taken update

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 13, 2024, including a consent agenda with routine approvals and several discussion/action items. Key decisions include a $1 million loan agreement for lead and copper rule compliance, budget adjustments for water and wastewater projects, and acceptance of grant agreements for road improvements.

• Ordinance S2024-3: $1,000,000 loan from New Mexico Finance Authority for EPA Lead and Copper Rule compliance
• Budget adjustment of $772,010 for Wastewater Fund 508, including $522,010 for North Side Sewer Interceptor materials
• Budget adjustment for WPF-5959: $10.8M grant/loan for two G-80 wells (POD1 and POD2), with $1.08M loan at 0.25% interest
• Resolution R2024-28: Acceptance of $450,000 state grant for Gallup Road Improvement (pavement, drainage, sidewalks)
• Resolution R2024-29: Approval of MAP Cooperative Agreement for East Nizhoni Boulevard Reconstruction Phases III & IV (estimated $6.2M for Phase III)

The Gallup City Council approved a $1,000,000 loan and subsidy agreement with the New Mexico Finance Authority to comply with the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule, funding inventory and replacement of lead/copper service lines. The council also approved several budget adjustments, including $40,000 for water rights, $1.2M for waterline improvements, and a $450,000 road improvement grant. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $1,000,000 NMFA loan for EPA Lead and Copper Rule compliance (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 budget adjustment for NGWSP water rights (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for WPF-5959 for G-80 wells (5-0)
• Approved $1,200,000 budget adjustment for Green Avenue and 2nd Street waterline improvements (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 state grant for road improvements (5-0)
• Approved MAP cooperative agreement for Nizhoni Boulevard reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-4, 6, 8, 11, 12 (5-0)
• Approved Fund 504 capital equipment purchase budget adjustment (5-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on a Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) proposal from Helio Industries. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and potential action on Helio Industries LEDA proposal

The Gallup City Council approved the Helio Industries Local Economic Development Act (LEDA) proposal, authorizing staff to proceed with the application and all related arrangements. The proposal involves developing an aluminum fabrication facility at the former Kachina Packing site, with a lease agreement and discounted electric service. The vote was unanimous among the four present members, with one councilor absent.

• Approved Helio Industries LEDA proposal, authorizing staff to proceed with application (4-0, with one absent)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on August 6, 2024, to discuss limited personnel matters pertaining to the hiring of a City Manager. The session is closed to the public under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act.

• Closed session for City Manager hiring discussion

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on August 1, 2024, to discuss threatened or pending litigation and the hiring of a City Manager. This meeting is closed to the public under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act. No public decisions are expected at this session.

• Closed session to discuss threatened or pending litigation involving the City of Gallup
• Closed session to discuss limited personnel matters regarding the hiring of a City Manager
• Meeting held in City Manager's Conference Room at Gallup City Hall, 110 West Aztec Avenue

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to receive reports from the chairman, vice chairman, and city parks director, and to discuss ongoing issues including background checks for coaches, spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and capital improvements at city sports fields. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is focused on updates and committee reports.

• Review and enforcement of spectator behavior and alcohol ban at sports events
• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Discussion of usage fees for outside groups
• City Parks Director report on capital improvements at Veteran's Joe Vargas, Indian Hills Park, Sports Complex, and Larry Brian Mitchell fields
• Review of Sports Commission charter and youth safety policies

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The discussion is specifically focused on the hiring of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager hiring

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to discuss matters concerning the Municipal Court with Municipal Judge Janelle Griego. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of Municipal Court matters with Judge Janelle Griego

City Council

The City Council will vote on a wastewater rate increase ordinance raising rates 25% in FY2025 and 3% annually through FY2029. They will also consider a consent agenda approving budget adjustments and temporary cash transfers for several funds that ended the quarter with negative balances, and accept four state capital outlay grants for the Mentmore Hiking Trail, Sports Complex, Public Safety Building, and a Regional Animal Shelter. A budget adjustment to reclassify the Planning Manager position is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance C2024-4 proposing wastewater rate increases: 25% in FY2025, then 3% yearly through FY2029
• Resolution R2024-27 approving 4th quarter FY2024 budget adjustments and temporary cash transfers totaling over $11 million for funds with negative balances
• Resolution R2024-24 accepting $60,000 state grant for the Mentmore Hiking Trail
• Resolution R2024-26 accepting $300,000 state grant for a baseball field at the Sports Complex
• Resolution R2024-23 accepting $200,000 state grant for a new Regional Animal Shelter

The Gallup City Council approved a wastewater rate increase ordinance (C2024-4) with a 25% increase in FY2025 and 3% increases in subsequent years, despite the city having the highest per-capita sewer rate in the state. The council also approved four state capital grant agreements for the Mentmore Hiking Trail, Sports Complex, Public Safety Building, and a new Regional Animal Shelter, plus a budget adjustment reclassifying the Planning Manager position. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved wastewater rate increase ordinance C2024-4 (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 grant for Mentmore Hiking Trail (R2024-24) (4-0)
• Approved $300,000 grant for Sports Complex baseball field (R2024-26) (4-0)
• Approved $400,000 grant for Public Safety Building (R2024-25) (4-0)
• Approved $200,000 grant for new Regional Animal Shelter (R2024-23) (4-0)
• Approved $12,000 budget adjustment for Planning Manager reclassification (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda: meeting minutes and FY2024 Q4 budget adjustments (4-0)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board is meeting to review financial and circulation reports from March through June 2024. The board will discuss a candidate recommendation for a board member and plan an August work session regarding infrastructure funding and a capital campaign.

• Approval of March, April, May, and June 2024 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approval of March 25, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Candidate recommendation for board member
• Discussion of Capital Campaign next-steps
• Discussion of ICIP request and Federal Stimulus Dollars for infrastructure

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial and management reports. The board is considering a resolution to ratify a task order for street and sidewalk improvements. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a personnel matter.

• Resolution 07-19-24-A: Task order with Murphy Builder, Inc. for curb, gutter, sidewalks, and drive pads at 414 Arnold and a fire truck turnaround at the south end of Arnold Street
• Resolution 06-21-24-C: Review and approval of consumable inventory and declaring surplus property
• Reports on Homeownership Project and expenses
• Reports on Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)
• Closed session regarding a personnel matter

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve minutes from May, discuss updates to the strategic plan, and nominate a new board member. They will also receive updates on the FY25 New Mexico Clean and Beautiful grant application, municipal court probation clean-ups, and school clean-up promotions. Volunteers are needed for litter index data gathering on July 22 and 29.

• Approval of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Nomination of new KGCB board member
• Update on FY25 NMCB grant application
• Volunteers needed for July 22 and July 29 Litter Index data gathering
• Discussion of Municipal Court probation clean-ups

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board approved the May 16, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They nominated Noelle Lee as a new board member, pending formal approval by the City Council on August 13, 2024. The board also discussed strategic planning updates, upcoming clean-up events, and grant applications, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Nominated Noelle Lee as new board member (pending City Council approval)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup BID Board will vote on a sign grant application for Tina Wared's All Tribes Jewelry at 211 West Hwy 66, with a project cost of $2,877 and a reimbursement request of $2,157.75. Discussion items include updates on the Lexington Hotel and former Lowe's Plaza property, along with reports on the monthly Arts Crawl, downtown bicycle security patrols, and the Lighted Streetliner project. The board will also consider beautification projects, event marketing reimbursement, and new board members Austin Wallace and Shawn Dowling approved by City Council.

• Vote on sign grant application for All Tribes Jewelry ($2,877 project, $2,157.75 reimbursement)
• Update on Lexington Hotel status by Interim City Manager
• Update on former Lowe's Plaza property by Interim City Manager
• Downtown Bicycle Security Patrols for summer season (mid-June to mid-August)
• Lighted Streetliner project discussion and neon sign restoration delays

City Council

The Gallup City Council is meeting solely in a closed session under state law to discuss threatened or pending litigation. No public action or other agenda items are scheduled.

• Closed session authorized by NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7) for litigation discussion

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on July 12, 2024. The meeting is for discussing personnel matters related to the hiring of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager hiring

City Council

The City Council will consider a $334,197 grant for the annual Mill and Overlay Program. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the five-year Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan and an ordinance for mandatory DWI/drug impairment sentencing.

• $334,197 NMDOT grant for Mill and Overlay Program
• $160,000 circuit breaker procurement for Sunshine Substation
• $150,000 advertising agreement with Sunny 505
• $130,000 Chamber of Commerce tourism contract
• Ordinance for mandatory DWI/drug impairment sentencing

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Authority will review its quarterly financial report and the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025. The board will also receive an update regarding a contract award for veterinarian services.

• Quarterly Financial Report
• FY 2025 Preliminary Budget
• RFP Award of Contract for Veterinarian Services

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on July 8, 2024. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss personnel matters related to the hiring of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager hiring

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a closed session on June 27, 2024, at the City Manager’s Conference Room. The meeting is for discussing personnel matters related to the hiring of a City Manager.

• Discussion of personnel matters pertaining to the hiring of a City Manager

City Council

The Mayor and City Council will participate in a tour of the Gallup Express transit system and facility. While members will discuss matters with staff during the tour, no official action will be taken by the Council.

• Tour of Gallup Express facility at 1900 Warehouse Lane
• Discussion with Gallup Express staff regarding transit matters

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to mandate 72-hour sentences for first DWI and drug convictions. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for detox services, transit, and a waterline project realignment. Additionally, the council will review the write-off of past due accounts over four years old.

• Ordinance C2024-5: Mandates 72-hour sentences for first DWI/drug convictions
• NGWSP Reach 27.7B Change Order: Increases contract by $266,848.08
• NCI Detox Agreement: Approval of an $835,000 agreement and budget adjustment
• Gallup Rural Transit: Contract service agreement for $180,000
• Medicaid Ambulance Program: Acceptance of a bid for consulting services

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will discuss recommendations for a new board member and plan future work sessions. The agenda also includes reviewing library revenue reports and discussing federal stimulus dollars for infrastructure.

• Approval of March, April, and May 2024 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Candidate recommendation for board member
• Selection of July/August work session dates (July 22, July 29, or August 26)
• Discussion on Capital Campaign next-steps and ICIP request inclusion
• Review of Federal Stimulus Dollars for infrastructure

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The board will consider several budget resolutions for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The agenda also includes the purchase of three manufactured houses from Portales Homes, Inc. and a construction task order for utility and sidewalk work.

• FY 2024 and FY 2025 budget resolutions
• Purchase of two manufactured houses for Sunshine Canyon Development
• Purchase of one manufactured house for Arnold Development
• Construction task order with Murphy Builder, Inc. for 200 and 202 Arnold
• Write-off of delinquent rentals from May 17 to June 21, 2024

Business Improvement District

The board will vote to approve Austin Wallace and Shawn Dowling as new directors. The meeting includes updates from the Interim City Manager regarding the Lexington Hotel and former Lowe’s Plaza property. Members will also discuss summer bicycle security patrols and the Lighted Streetliner project.

• Vote to approve new board members Austin Wallace and Shawn Dowling
• Status updates on Lexington Hotel and former Lowe’s Plaza property
• Discussion of Downtown Bicycle Security Patrols for the summer season
• Update on the Lighted Streetliner project meeting with Dynamic Signs
• Report on Red Rock Security patrols for Arts Crawl and Friday Night Rides

City Council

The council will review the adoption of the preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget. The agenda also includes settlement agreements with police and fire unions regarding compensation and benefits. Additionally, officials will discuss utility relocation funding and a street closure for the July 4th celebration.

• Settlement agreement with Gallup Police Officers Association regarding pay increases
• Settlement agreement with Gallup Firefighters' Union Local 4296 regarding compensation
• $381,867 application for Allison Road utility relocation design
• $71,750 annual membership dues for Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments
• Request to close Park Avenue for the July 4th celebration

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority is hosting a Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on-site review and workshop from June 10 to June 12, 2024. This non-public consultation involves staff, the Board of Commissioners, and City officials.

• HUD on-site review/workshop
• Entrance conference on June 10 at 11am
• Exit conference on June 12 at 11am

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger’s Tax Committee will review May 17 meeting minutes and discuss a draft plan for lodgers tax and beautification. The committee will also take action on a grant application for Route 66 Trailer Roping.

• $11,950 grant request for Route 66 Trailer Roping
• Discussion of the Lodger’s Tax & Beautification Plan draft
• Approval of May 17, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting with one main action item: a proposed professional services agreement between the city and Governance Inc. The council will discuss and potentially vote on this agreement. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Professional Services Agreement between City and Governance Inc.

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to review reports from leagues, discuss safety policies including spectator behavior and coach background checks, and hear updates on capital improvements at city sports facilities. The agenda includes financial report submissions, usage fees, and enforcement of rules like no personal vehicles at the Sports Complex.

• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Safety enforcement: no alcohol, spectator behavior rules
• Field and facility future capital improvements at Joe Vargas, Indian Hills Park, Sports Complex, Larry Brian Mitchell
• Usage fees by others for facilities
• Financial reports due from leagues; TDFL report received

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a special meeting with two discussion/action items: an annexation agreement with Gallup Land Partners (GLP) and a request from Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital for payroll support. No other business is listed beyond roll call, pledge, and adjournment.

• Annexation agreement with Gallup Land Partners (GLP)
• Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital request for payroll support

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The session includes an appeal filed by Michael D. Johnson concerning the city's determination of an animal as vicious.

• Public hearing for Michael D. Johnson’s appeal regarding a 'vicious animal' determination

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several items, including a resolution to apply for a $1.1 million NMDOT grant for the Aztec Avenue Rehabilitation project, a public hearing on a liquor license for Daniel's Steakhouse, and adoption of the Growth Management Master Plan Update 2023. The consent agenda includes an audit contract with PB&H, lodger's tax grants, and a bid award for the Sunshine Substation.

• Resolution R2024-17: apply for $1.1M NMDOT grant for Aztec Avenue Rehabilitation (Strong Drive to Marguerite Drive)
• Public hearing: Restaurant liquor license for Lazzaro's Holdings LLC d/b/a Daniel's Steakhouse at 303 West Coal Avenue
• Resolution R2024-8: adopt Growth Management Master Plan Update 2023
• Consent: Audit contract with PB&H, $77,670/year for 4 years
• Consent: Bid award to Border States for Sunshine Substation long lead items, $476,170.35

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a work session to discuss the funding and operation of a potential oil reclamation facility. This meeting contains only this single discussion item.

• Funding and operation of a potential oil reclamation facility

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Gallup Lodger's Tax Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss and act on two grant applications, and discuss the lodger's tax ordinance. The committee will consider funding requests for the Red Rock 100 event and the 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest event.

• Red Rock 100 (June 28-30, 2024) grant request: $2,650
• 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest (July 20-21, 2024) grant request: $12,441.09
• Discussion of Lodger's Tax Ordinance

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet to approve minutes, receive financial and management reports, and vote on two resolutions: one to write off delinquent rentals from former tenants and another to adopt an updated schedule of charges for tenant damages. No closed session is planned.

• Resolution 05-17-24-A: Write-off of delinquent rentals from former tenants
• Resolution 05-17-24-B: Updated schedule of charges for tenant damages
• Financial reports and presentation of proposed FY2025 operating budget

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to discuss updates on the Lexington Hotel and the former Lowe's property, as well as adding new board members. The agenda includes reports on the monthly Arts Crawl, downtown security patrols for summer, and various economic development and beautification activities. No voting items are listed, so the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

• Discussion of Lexington Hotel status and former Lowe's property updates by Interim City Manager
• Adding new members to the BID Board of Directors
• Downtown Security Patrols for summer season discussion
• BID event marketing reimbursement grant request for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series
• Closed session to discuss personnel matter

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve minutes, discuss updates to its strategic plan, and review progress on FY24 MOUs and a new FY25 grant application. They will also discuss recent and upcoming clean-up events, including Earth Day and the Spring Clean-Up. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Approval of April 18, 2024 meeting minutes (action item)
• Update on FY24 NMCB MOUs, waiting on 2 more agreements
• Discussion of Earth Day Clean-Up (April 20, 2024) and 13th Annual Spring Clean-Up in McGaffey area
• Questions on new FY25 NMCB grant application submitted April 5, 2024
• Open discussion of future ideas, events, and partnerships

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to discuss water and wastewater rates. This meeting is scheduled for discussion purposes, and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding water and wastewater rates

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several items on its consent agenda, including $2 million in grant funds for preventing alcohol-related deaths. The council will also review budget adjustments for the 2025 Outdoor Economics Conference and street closures for summer community events.

• $2,000,000 budget adjustment for Preventing Alcohol-Related Deaths (PARD) grant funds
• $70,000 sponsorship fee and agreement for the 2025 Outdoor Economics Conference
• $30,000 budget transfer to repair a Gallup Fire Department aerial ladder
• Street closures for the Route 66 Freedom Ride event in July 2024
• Street closures for the Lions Club Rodeo Parade on June 8, 2024

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will hold its monthly meeting on April 26, 2024, at 9:00 am at 203 Debra Dr. The agenda contains only procedural and legal notices; no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Meeting location: Gallup Housing Authority, 203 Debra Dr., Gallup, NM
• Public notice of meeting, with options for remote participation and disability accommodations

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to discuss financial reports, safety enforcement, and background checks for coaches. They will also review usage fees and hear reports from city parks and various leagues. The meeting includes updates on capital improvements and ongoing events.

• Financial reports required from all leagues; TDFL report received
• Enforcement of spectator behavior and alcohol ban
• Background checks required for all coaches and assistants
• Discussion of usage fees for facilities
• Capital improvements at Veteran's Joe Vargas, Indian Hills Park, Sports Complex, Larry Brian Mitchell

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session on April 23, 2024. Chief Erin Toadlena-Pablo of the Gallup Police Department will lead a discussion regarding speed cameras.

• Discussion regarding speed cameras

City Council

The council will review several budget adjustments and grant agreements. This includes an extension for the NMDOT I-40 interchange project and funding for the Octavia Fellin Public Library. The agenda also covers lodging tax grant recommendations for various local community events.

• $185,988.81 revenue increase for Octavia Fellin Public Library
• Extension of NMDOT grant agreement for I-40 East and West Interchanges to June 2025
• Lodger's Tax grant recommendations for local events including the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial ($53,500)
• $39,276 budget adjustment for travel to Washington D.C.
• Contract award to Armstrong Consultants Inc. for airport weather observation system

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board meeting originally scheduled for April 19, 2024 has been postponed. A new date and time will be announced later.

• Meeting postponed; no decisions or discussions occurred

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve March meeting minutes, discuss its strategic plan, and get updates on state agreements and grant applications. The board is also organizing Earth Day and Earth Month cleanup events and inviting participation in a school board meeting to promote a May cleanup challenge.

• Approval of March 21, 2024 meeting minutes (action item)
• Update on FY24 NMCB MOU awaiting completion
• Earth Day clean-up event April 20, 2024, 9am downtown
• Invitation to GMCS Board meeting April 29 to promote May clean-up challenge
• FY25 NMCB grant application submitted 4-5-2024; decision expected Aug-Sept 2024

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve routine items and receive updates from the Interim City Manager on several key projects, including the alley infrastructure replacement, the Lexington Hotel, and the former Lowe's property. The board will also discuss commissioning a new BID logo, the monthly Arts Crawl, and a new City resolution on lien policy.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal Avenue & Aztec Avenue
• Update on Lexington Hotel status
• Update on former Lowe's property
• Commission new BID logo to replace existing on monuments, banners, stationery
• New City of Gallup Resolution on lien policy and procedures

City Council

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session at the Metro Animal Control Building. The meeting includes a tour of the facility and discussions regarding animal control matters. No action will be taken during this session.

• Joint work session on animal control
• Tour of the Metro Animal Control Building at 1273 Balok Street

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the recruitment process for hiring a new City Manager. The agenda contains no other substantive discussion topics beyond standard procedural items.

• Recruitment process for hiring a City Manager

City Council

The Gallup City Council will reconvene a work session regarding the City's proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Interim City Manager Jon DeYoung and Chief Financial Officer Patty Holland are scheduled to present.

• Discussion of the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025

City Council

The Gallup City Council is reviewing several budget adjustments and a major infrastructure contract. The agenda also includes adopting a revised lien enforcement policy and approving rodeo management services.

• Contract award of $1,970,115.45 to DUB-L-EE, LLC for the Interstate 40 and Puerco River waterline project
• Adoption of a revised lien enforcement policy for utility accounts and tax liens
• Budget adjustment of $560,000 for payments to the Jicarilla Apache Nation
• Acceptance of bid from Spur Strap, LLC for rodeo management services at $207,063
• Consideration of a $12,500 Outdoor Marketing Grant for an outdoor recreation guide

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will review and vote on 13 grant applications for local events, including the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial and several rodeos and races. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings and hear an introduction from Zia Sports Academy.

• Approval of August 15, 2023 and January 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Lodger's Tax grant applications for 13 events, including McKinley County 4D Barrel Race, Red Rock Classic, and Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial
• Introduction of Joshua Kerns from Zia Sports Academy

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will hold a regular meeting to review the quarterly financial report and the projected FY 2025 budget, and to consider awarding a contract for animal shelter services. The board will also recognize newly appointed members. The agenda includes public comment opportunities.

• Quarterly financial report for July-December 2023
• FY 2025 projected budget presentation
• RFP award of contract for animal shelter services
• Recognition of new board members Angel Maiorano and Mary Cosy Balok

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Interim City Manager Jon DeYoung and Chief Financial Officer Patty Holland are scheduled to present the proposal.

• Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025

City Council

The Gallup City Council and county officials are holding a joint work session on April 2, 2024. The meeting focuses solely on a presentation by Jim Glover of Once a Day Marketing regarding a “Find Your Joy” brand initiative. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled for this session.

• "Find Your Joy" brand presentation by Jim Glover (Once a Day Marketing)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodger's Tax Committee will review and vote on grant applications for six local events, including the Red Rock Classic and WildThing Championship Bullriding. They will also approve past meeting minutes and hear an introduction from Zia Sports Academy.

• Red Rock Classic (May 18-19, 2024)
• Lion's Club Downtown Celebration (June 10, 2024)
• Lion's Club Rodeo (June 13-15, 2024)
• WildThing Championship Bullriding (July 12-13, 2024)
• Hubbell Native American Arts Auction (Sept. 25-28, 2024)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to review financial reports, discuss safety measures including spectator behavior and alcohol enforcement, and consider requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. The agenda also includes reports from city parks and various leagues, and a review of the commission's charter.

• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Enforce no alcohol and spectator behavior rules
• Review usage fees for fields and facilities
• Continue capital improvements at Veteran's Joe Vargas, Indian Hills Park, Sports Complex, Larry Brian Mitchell
• Financial reports due from all leagues except TDFL

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several budget adjustments, including a $135,000 shortfall for solid waste taxes and funding for a new water department vehicle. Members will vote on awarding animal shelter services to the McKinley County Humane Society, approving United Mine Workers of America wage increases, updating city investment rules, and adopting the 2023 Growth Management Master Plan update required for state CDBG grant eligibility. The council will also review applications for $1 million in state road funding for East Nizhoni Boulevard and a one-year extension on a $238,041 airport infrastructure grant.

• Budget adjustment covering a $135,000 shortfall in Environmental Gross Receipts Tax payments to the Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority
• Resolution seeking $1,035,000 in Municipal Arterial Program funding for East Nizhoni Boulevard Phases III & IV roadway and drainage reconstruction
• Award of animal shelter services contract to McKinley County Humane Society following a single-response RFP process
• Memorandum of Understanding with United Mine Workers of America providing one-time base pay increases of 15% (up to $50,000) or 10% (above $50,000)
• Adoption of the Growth Management Master Plan Update 2023, consolidating previous plans and updating development maps per Planning and Zoning Commission recommendations

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to approve routine financial reports and minutes, discuss a candidate for board membership, and review next steps for the capital campaign, including naming opportunities and federal stimulus funding. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Approve February 2024 cash revenues and circulation statistics
• Discuss capital campaign next steps and naming opportunities
• Review steps for inclusion on ICIP request
• Discuss federal stimulus dollars for infrastructure
• Meet candidate for board membership

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District (BID) Board will vote on funding for security guards at Friday Night Rides events and receive updates on the alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues, the Lexington Hotel status, and the RMCH update. The board will also discuss the repainting of Welcome to Gallup monuments, the monthly Arts Crawl, and a potential children's museum in the district.

• Vote on Friday Night Rides security: request for two guards at each monthly event
• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal Avenue & Aztec Avenue
• Repaint/replace Welcome to Gallup monument signs at gateway locations
• Arts Crawl on April 13 may be affected by alley paving project
• Discussion with Comcast re: historic post office building

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve February meeting minutes, potentially approve a youth empowerment group for an FY24 NMCB grant with a memorandum of understanding, and discuss Earth Day cleanup coordination and FY25 grant ideas. The agenda is mostly routine business and planning, with action items limited to minutes, the MOU, and adjournment.

• Approval of February 29, 2024 meeting minutes (action item)
• Vote to approve FY24 NMCB MOU with a Youth Empowerment group (if available)
• Earth Day Clean-Up Event coordination with MCRC and social media advertising
• Discussion of FY25 NMCB new grant application ideas
• Public comments accepted on non-agenda items via phone at 863-1393

City Council

The Gallup City Council will participate in a tour of the Fox Run Golf Course on March 20, 2024. During the visit, city staff will provide an update regarding the course to the Mayor and Councilors. No official action will be taken by the Council during this tour.

• Tour and update for Fox Run Golf Course at 1109 Susan Avenue

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners has canceled its monthly meeting scheduled for March 15, 2024. Regular meetings will resume in April 2024. The agenda is otherwise procedural only.

• Meeting canceled for March 15, 2024

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by the Gallup Housing Authority to rezone 8.0153 acres of land north of Vega Avenue between Strong Drive and Cliff Drive from Multi-Family Residential High (MFRH) to Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MXN). The commission will also review and make a recommendation on the City of Gallup Growth Management Master Plan Update, which is scheduled for final City Council approval on March 26, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and an information item on building permit activity.

• Public hearing on rezoning 8.0153 acres from Multi-Family Residential High (MFRH) to Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MXN) for Gallup Housing Authority property north of Vega Avenue between Cliff Drive and Strong Drive
• Recommendation to City Council on the City of Gallup Growth Management Master Plan Update (final Council approval scheduled for March 26, 2024)
• Approval of February 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Information item: City of Gallup Building Permit Activity Report

City Council

The council will review a contract for airport runway rehabilitation funded by an NMDOT grant. They are also considering agreements with McKinley County to support Municipal Court DWI services. Additionally, the council will perform a final review of the Transportation Master Plan update.

• Contract award to Armstrong Consultant’s Inc. for $77,372.75 for Runway 6/24 rehabilitation
• Approval of NMDOT Aviation Grant GUP-24-02
• Contracts between Municipal Court and McKinley County for DWI program services
• Funding for $3,000 in equipment for Impaired Driving Assessment screenings
• Final review of Transportation Master Plan Update 2023 (Resolution No. R2024-9)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to receive reports from the chairman, vice chairman, and secretary, as well as the City Parks Director. Key discussion topics include facility improvements at the Sports Complex and Veterans Park, enforcement of rules regarding spectator behavior and alcohol, and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. Committee and league reports will cover youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and other adult leagues.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety enforcement: spectator behavior, no alcohol
• Background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Usage fees for facilities by others
• Reports from youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult leagues

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board is meeting to approve minutes, a resolution on the Open Meetings Act, and a vote to move meetings to the third Thursday of the month. They will also discuss updates on FY24 NMCB grant MOUs, ideas for an Earth Day clean-up event, and suggestions for FY25 grant ideas.

• Approval of November 29, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of Resolution Annual Determination of Notice Under the Open Meetings Act
• Vote to move KGCB meetings to 3rd Thursday of the month
• FY24 NMCB grant MOUs update
• Discussion of Earth Day clean-up event and FY25 grant ideas

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to receive a Planning & Zoning 101 presentation. The council will also receive an update regarding economic development and housing options. No official action will be taken during this meeting.

• Planning & Zoning 101 Presentation
• Update on Economic Development & Housing Options

City Council

The City Council will consider a $2,063,249.62 contract for waterline improvements at Green Avenue and 2nd Street. The agenda also includes reviewing the updated Transportation Master Plan and accepting a $5 million water grant. Additionally, council members will review lodging tax grants for local events and a large accounts receivable write-off.

• Award of $2,063,249.62 contract for Green Avenue & 2nd Street Waterline Improvements
• Acceptance of $5 million WaterSMART Grant for two new water wells
• Approval of Lodger's Tax grants totaling $22,000 for local events
• Adoption of the updated Transportation Master Plan (Resolution R2024-9)
• Write-off of $301,737.89 in uncollectable accounts receivable

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet on February 26, 2024, to vote on routine consent items, including the January cash revenues report and the annual meeting schedule. The board will also receive updates on the Teen Advisory Board, Friends of the Library, and the Capital Campaign. New business includes a discussion of 2024 Plans of Action.

• Approve January Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Adoption of 2024 meeting schedule via Resolution No. 2024-1 (action)
• Teen Advisory Board introduction and activity report (information/discussion)
• Discussion of 2024 Plans of Action (information/discussion)
• Review of next-steps for the Capital Campaign (information/discussion)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will hold a routine meeting with no voting items. Discussion items include updates on the alley infrastructure replacement project, Lexington Hotel status, and several economic development initiatives, plus information on USDA Rural Business Development Grants and the City Council's search for a new City Manager.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues
• USDA Rural Business Development Grants for small rural businesses (fewer than 50 workers, less than $1M gross revenue)
• City Council to hire recruiting firm for new City Manager; Interim CM J DeYoung remains during search
• Rex Museum and City Parking neon sign restorations to be completed late February/early March
• First Arts Crawl 2024 on April 13; Levitt AMP Music Concert Series marketing grant request

City Council

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session. The meeting is intended to discuss matters pertaining to projects at Red Rock Park. No official action will be taken during this session.

• Discussion of projects at Red Rock Park

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will hold a public meeting to receive the FY2023 audit presentation, review financial and maintenance reports, and vote on resolutions including a contract for remodeling 1201 N. Cliff and a $3,000,000 sub-grant agreement with the NM Council of Governments. No old business action items are listed.

• Resolution 02-16-24-B: Review and approval of a contract for remodel of 1201 N. Cliff
• Resolution 02-16-24-C: Review and ratify agreement with NW NM Council of Governments for $3,000,000 sub-grant
• FY2023 Audit public presentation by Hinkle & Landers
• Reports on financials, maintenance, and housing management (Public Housing and HCV)
• Possible closed session

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: recommending approval of the City's Growth Management Master Plan Update and Transportation Master Plan to the City Council, and a final plat for a minor subdivision replat by the Gallup Housing Authority on West Aztec Avenue. The commission will also receive information on City Council actions and the January 2024 building permit activity report.

• Recommendation to City Council for Growth Management Master Plan Update
• Recommendation to City Council for Transportation Master Plan
• Final Plat approval for Replat No. 1 of Lots 1 & 3, Arnold Development Subdivision (3.5803 acres, West Aztec Avenue)
• January 2024 Building Permit Activity Report

City Council

The Gallup City Council will conduct a closed session on February 13, 2024. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss limited personnel matters pertaining to the Interim City Manager.

• Closed session regarding Interim City Manager personnel matters

City Council

The City Council will consider a multi-million dollar sewer line project and professional service fees for the Regional Animal Shelter. Other items include budget adjustments for vehicle and building funds, an annual audit review, and a liquor license hearing.

• Sewer Improvements North Side Sewer Line Interceptor contract award to DUB-L-EE, LLC for $4,283,076.56
• Huitt-Zollers, Inc. professional services proposal of $594,735.75 for Regional Animal Shelter design
• Budget adjustment to transfer $12,459,125 from the general fund to vehicle and building funds
• Contract award to gallupARTS for $75,000 for arts services and programs
• Public hearing for a restaurant liquor license application by King Dragon 1212, LLC

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission is meeting to review reports from the chairman, vice chairman, and secretary, along with the City Parks Director. Key discussion topics include facility improvements at the Sports Complex and Veterans Park, enforcement of spectator behavior and alcohol rules, and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. Committee and league reports will cover youth basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, and adult sports. The meeting is largely a working session with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Facility improvements at Sports Complex and Veterans Park
• Safety enforcement: spectator behavior and no alcohol
• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Discussion of usage fees by others
• Review of charter and safety for youth

City Council

The City Council will review several budget adjustments and grant agreements, including a major capital appropriation for the Gallup Senior Center. The agenda also includes a settlement agreement regarding property demolition on E. Hill Ave and discussions on fire department funding.

• Resolution R2024-5: $7,487,974 grant to plan, design, and construct the Gallup Senior Center
• $300,000 New Mexico Fire Protection Grant for a new aerial ladder truck
• Settlement agreement with Jordan Investments, LLC regarding demolition at 109 E. Hill Ave.
• Electric Department budget increases: $90,000 for street lights and $94,050 for SCADA improvements
• $176,245.09 Youth Conservation Corps grant award

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine reports and consider three resolutions setting 2024 payment standards, flat rent rates, and utility allowances for its housing programs. The meeting is open to the public, with a comment period for residents.

• Resolution 01-26-2024-A: 2024 Section 8 Payment Standards
• Resolution 01-26-2024-B: 2024 Flat Rent Rates
• Resolution 01-26-2024-C: Revised Monthly Utility Allowances for Public Housing and Section 8
• Approval of December 15, 2023 minutes
• Reports on finances, maintenance, and housing management

City Council

The Gallup City Council has canceled its regular meetings on January 9th and 23rd.

City Council

City Council members will participate in a tour of the new John B. Arvizo Public Safety Building on January 23, 2024. No official action will be taken by the Council during this event.

• Tour of the new John B. Arvizo Public Safety Building at 451 Boardman Drive

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will elect officers for 2024, discuss the new library concept design pending City Council approval, and review 2024 plans of action. Consent agenda items include approving December cash revenues and circulation statistics, plus meeting minutes from April and December 2023.

• Election of officers for 2024 (action)
• New Library Concept Design Approval by City Council (information/discussion)
• 2024 Plans of Action (information/discussion)
• Approve December Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• LAB actions and review of next-steps for Capital Campaign

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to discuss updates on the alley infrastructure project between 2nd & 3rd Streets and Coal & Aztec Avenues, the Lexington Hotel status, and a request to hire a private contractor for snow removal. The board will also hear about various projects and grants, but no voting items are listed.

• Alley infrastructure replacement project update (between 2nd & 3rd Streets, Coal & Aztec Avenues)
• Lexington Hotel status update
• Request to hire private contractor for sidewalk snow removal in BID District
• USDA Rural Business Development Grants discussion
• Lighted Streetliner project update

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss strategic plans and grant MOUs, and vote on selecting one of three youth organizations for a FY24 NMCB grant. The board will also nominate a new chairperson and discuss a possible mulching machine for composting tree branches.

• Vote on FY24 NMCB MOU Youth Empowerment grant among 3 openings, including Red Rock Motorsports and Hozho Baseball Team
• Discuss and possibly approve MOUs for court-appointed community service clean-ups
• Nominate new KGCB Chairperson
• Discuss possible mulching machine to compost discarded tree branches
• Approve November 29, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning and Zoning

The Gallup Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider two rezoning requests: one to rezone 21.83 acres from Multi-Family Residential High to Single-Family Residential Type B, and another to rezone 10.7391 acres from Multi-Family Residential High to Mixed-Use Neighborhood. The commission will also review and consider approval of the annual Open Meetings Act resolution. Information items include city council actions, commissioner attendance, and building permit reports.

• Rezoning of 21.83 acres north of Wilson Avenue from MFRH to SFR-B (Case #23-00600002)
• Rezoning of 10.7391 acres on West Aztec Avenue off Arnold Street from MFRH to MXN (Case #23-00600003)
• Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution RP2024-1 for public notice review
• December 2023 Building Permit Activity Report
• Building Permit Five-Year Comparison (2019-2023)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several major grant agreements for a senior center and artificial turf installation. The agenda also includes a proposal to annex 45.5 acres of land near Cipriano Street to support new water infrastructure.

• Resolution R2024-2: $5,415,300 grant for the Gallup Senior Center
• Resolution R2024-3: $2,000,000 grant for artificial turf at Joe Vargas Veteran's Memorial Park
• Ordinance S2024-1: Annexation of 45.5070 acres in the Lewis area
• Budget adjustment of $200,000 for restoration of a 1925 fire truck
• Budget adjustment of $22,800 for Maloney Ave Sewer Line Extension change order

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Gallup Lodgers Tax Committee is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, discuss and act on two Lodger's Tax grant applications (Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction and Kicker Monster Truck Show), and review 2023 activities and plans moving forward.

• Approval of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Lodger's Tax grant application: Friends of Hubbell Native American Arts Auction (May 1-3, 2024)
• Lodger's Tax grant application: Kicker Monster Truck Show (June 2024)
• 2023 review and moving forward discussion

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will meet to approve the annual Open Meetings Act resolution, review the quarterly financial report, hear animal control statistics for 2023, and consider an out-of-state travel request for two employees. The agenda also includes approval of the November 6, 2023 special meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Facebook.

• Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution #RA 2024-01
• Quarterly financial report (July-September 2023)
• Animal control statistics for January-December 2023
• Out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection employees in May 2024

City Council

The Gallup City Council has canceled its regular meetings scheduled for January 9, 2024, and January 23, 2024. Regular meetings will resume on January 16 and January 30 at 6:00 P.M.

• Cancellation of January 9, 2024 meeting
• Cancellation of January 23, 2024 meeting