Gallup public meetings in 2025

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review requests from Gallup Land Partners, LLC to subdivide land and rezone a one-acre lot for a city electric substation. The proposed Carbon Coal Road Substation is intended to increase electrical capacity and reliability in the Carbon Coal Road Annexation area.

• Case #25-00300002: Final Plat approval for Carbon Coal North Subdivision (292.3807 acres)
• Case #25-00600004: Rezoning of 1.0000 acre from Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) to Industrial (I) Zone
• Donative transfer of Lot 2 (1 acre) to the City for the Carbon Coal Road Substation
• Proposed 20-foot private access easement for the substation
• Subdivision Agreement to defer installation of curb, gutter, sidewalk, water, and wastewater mainlines for Lots 1 and 3

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss the identification of alternative locations for a new regional library. The board will also review capital campaign planning and board recruitment.

• Approval of July through November 2025 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approval of July 28, 2025, meeting minutes
• Discussion on alternative locations for the new regional library
• Discussion on Capital Campaign Planning
• Discussion on Board Recruitment

City Council

The Gallup City Council will review and approve easement agreements and utility easement grants for NGWSP Reach 27.12, excluding Gallup Land Partners. The Council will also authorize staff to continue negotiations with Gallup Land Partners and, if unresolved by Dec. 26, 2025, to commence eminent domain proceedings. Approval is tied to a $9 million Water Trust Board loan needed for the project.

• Approve Reach 27.12 easement agreements and utility easement grants (excluding GLP)
• Authorize continued negotiations with Gallup Land Partners for easements on GLP land
• Authorize eminent domain proceedings against GLP if negotiations fail by Dec. 26, 2025
• $9 million Water Trust Board loan contingent on securing all easements
• NGWSP Reach 27.12 will deliver up to 7,500 afy of surface water to the Gallup Regional Water System

At the special meeting on Dec 22, 2025, the Gallup City Council voted to approve the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project Reach 27.12 easement agreements and utility easement grants, authorizing the city to conclude negotiations or pursue condemnation if needed. The motion was made by Councilor Michael Schaaf, seconded by Councilor Ron Molina, and was unanimously approved by Councilors Schaaf, Molina, Sarah Piano, and Mayor Louie Bonaguidi.

• Approved NGWSP Reach 27.12 easement agreements and utility grants (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet on December 19, 2025 to approve the November 25, 2025 minutes and hear routine reports on finance, maintenance, housing management and a homeownership project. The primary action is Resolution 12-19-25-A, which authorizes the write‑off of delinquent rent balances. No old business or closed‑session items are scheduled, and the public may comment on agency operations.

• Approval of November 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Financial report presentation
• Maintenance management report
• Housing management (public housing and HCV) report
• Resolution 12-19-25-A to approve write‑offs of delinquent rents

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to vote on a $20,000 reimbursement to the City of Gallup for two murals. The board will also discuss downtown security, grant programs, and property renovations within the district.

• Voting item: $20,000 reimbursement to City of Gallup for Route 66 Centennial murals
• Discussion of $7,000 provided to gallupARTS for the NEA-WPA Virtual Museum project
• Review of $2,500 for Downtown Event Marketing for Levitt AMP Concert Series
• Sign Grant Reimbursement for Turney’s Trading at 207 South Third Street
• Façade Improvement Program updates for 228 West Coal Avenue and 306 W. Coal

The Gallup BID Board approved its agenda, the corrected November 20 minutes, and the monthly financial report. It also approved a one‑time $20,000 reimbursement to the City of Gallup for two murals in the downtown BID district as part of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by L. Garcia, seconded by J. Sanchez)
• Approved November 20 minutes with corrections (motion by L. Garcia, seconded by A. Wallace)
• Approved monthly financial report (motion by L. Garcia, seconded by T. Bonaguidi)
• Approved $20,000 reimbursement to the City for two downtown murals (motion by L. Garcia, seconded by J. Sanchez)

Trade Port Authority

The Gallup Trade Port Authority will discuss and set direction for formalizing the Tradeport District designation. It will also consider starting a public‑private partnership agreement with GLP. Additional agenda items include routine approvals, a branding presentation, and policy recommendations from the technical committee.

• Approval of agenda (Consent agenda item 1)
• Approval of minutes for October 14 and November 19, 2025 (Consent agenda item 2)
• Once A Day Marketing branding presentation by Jim Glover (Item 3)
• Policy recommendations from the TPA Technical Committee (Patty Lundstrom / Jeff Kiely) (Item 4)
• Discussion and direction on formalizing Tradeport District designation (Item 7)

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will check the status of a staff questionnaire and a subcommittee's review of land development standards. The group will also vote to adopt the Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution to clarify meeting dates and locations.

• Vote to adopt Annual Open Meetings Act Resolution
• Status check on questionnaire for City Staff
• Status check on subcommittee review of Land Development Standards

The Land Development Standards Committee approved the creation of a second subcommittee to address technical aspects of the LDS. It also set the regular meeting pattern to the second Wednesday of each month for January, then the third Wednesday of each month beginning in February. The committee agreed to use the Development Services conference room for future meetings.

• Formed second subcommittee to address LDS technical aspects (approved)
• Adopted meeting schedule: second Wednesday in January, then third Wednesday monthly starting February (approved)
• Authorized use of Development Services conference room for future meetings (approved)

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing a new lodging fee to support convention center facilities and a contract for automated speed enforcement cameras. The body is also reviewing a grant for a new senior center and a transmission line materials contract.

• Proposed Ordinance C2025-7 to establish a $2.50 per room/per night Convention Center Fee
• Contract with Novaglobal, Inc. for automated speed enforcement cameras
• Resolution No. R2025-38 to accept a $1,672,392.00 grant for the Gallup Senior Center
• Bid award to Border States Industries for $513,236.80 for Sunshine Substation materials
• Budget adjustment to transfer $5,682,842 from the general fund to vehicle and building replacement funds

The Gallup City Council approved Ordinance C2025-7, establishing a $2.50 per room, per night Convention Center Fee for eligible lodging facilities, dedicated to the operation, maintenance, and improvement of the city's convention center facilities at Red Rock Park and the George Galanis Multicultural Center. The council also approved a contract with Novaglobal, Inc. for traffic infraction detection and enforcement, and awarded a materials contract for the Sunshine Substation Transmission Line. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance C2025-7 establishing a $2.50/night Convention Center Fee (5-0)
• Approved contract with Novaglobal, Inc. for traffic infraction detection and enforcement (5-0)
• Approved ITB-2606 award of materials for Sunshine Substation Transmission Line to Border States Industries (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items 1-7, including minutes, street closures, budget adjustments, and grant agreements (5-0)

Land Development Standards Working Group

The regularly scheduled meeting for December 10, 2025, has been rescheduled. It is tentatively set for December 17, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will discuss declaring an emergency winter weather event to secure funding for an emergency shelter. They are also reviewing a budget adjustment for a temporary mobile substation rental to maintain electrical reliability during construction.

• Proposed budget adjustment up to $175,000 from the Office of Housing for emergency shelter and transportation
• Budget adjustment request of $319,730.52 for a 10 MVA Mobile Substation rental from Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA)
• Planned midnight electrical outage on December 30, 2025, for Sunshine and Noe Substations
• Informational update on civil construction errors and pending change orders at the New Sunshine Substation

The council voted to adopt a Declaration of Emergency Winter Weather Event and gave the City Manager authority to negotiate a $218,700 intergovernmental agreement for emergency shelter and transportation services. The council also approved a $319,730.52 budget adjustment to lease a 10 MVA mobile substation from the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority for the winter 2026 period. Both motions passed unanimously among the members present.

• Approved Declaration of Emergency Winter Weather Event and authorization for City Manager to negotiate $218,700 shelter agreement (all voted yes)
• Approved $319,730.52 budget adjustment and lease of 10 MVA mobile substation (all voted yes)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (all voted yes)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approval of recent meeting minutes. Council members will vote on three budget adjustments: $8,344 to reclassify a water‑department position, $50,000 to cover vehicle repairs, and $95,000 to fund a safety incentive program for employees. The meeting also includes presentations recognizing local high‑school volunteers and an update on the Business Improvement District annual report.

• Approve items on the consent agenda, including minutes from October 6, October 28, and November 3 meetings
• $8,344 budget adjustment from fund balance to account 506‑6063‑444.41‑20 for a water‑department administrative specialist reclassification
• $50,000 budget adjustment from Fund 603 to account 603‑1016‑414.44‑50 for vehicle repair costs
• $95,000 budget adjustment from Fund 603 to account 603‑1016‑414.41‑60 for a safety incentive program ($500 per employee for ~180 staff)
• Presentation of the Business Improvement District Annual Report by Anna Biava

The Gallup City Council approved the consent agenda items covering prior meeting minutes and a budget reallocation. Councilors voted to approve a $95,000 budget adjustment from Fund 603. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑3 (prior meeting minutes) – all five councilors voted yes
• Approved $95,000 budget adjustment from Fund 603 – all five councilors voted yes
• Adjourned the regular meeting – all five councilors voted yes

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will consider Resolution 12-02-25-A, which seeks approval of Amendment #1 to the purchase agreement for the East Mesa Apartments. The amendment involves the agreement between the Authority and Mesa Vista Real Estate. This is the sole item on the agenda for the special session.

• Resolution 12-02-25-A – Approval of Amendment #1 to the East Mesa Apartments purchase agreement with Mesa Vista Real Estate

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Board of Commissioners of the Gallup Housing Authority will meet in a closed special session. The body will discuss matters related to real estate transactions involving the Agency.

• Discussion of real estate transactions

City Council

The Gallup City Council adopted Resolution R2025-36 to amend its December 2025 regular meeting schedule. Meetings will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 2 and Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 110 W. Aztec Ave. The meetings originally set for Dec. 9 and Dec. 23 are canceled, and the council will resume its standard schedule in January 2026.

• Set regular meetings for Dec. 2 and Dec. 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 110 W. Aztec Ave.
• Cancel regular meetings scheduled for Dec. 9 and Dec. 23, 2025
• Return to standard meeting schedule in Jan. 2026 per City Code §1‑6‑6(C)

Gallup Sports Commission

The commission is discussing safety enforcement, including background checks for coaches and alcohol prohibitions. The body is also reviewing financial reports from various sports leagues and planning for Sammy Chioda Day on December 3, 2025.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Insurance coverage requirements for players, coaches, referees, and staff
• Capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Prohibition of personal vehicles within the Sports Complex compound
• Sammy Chioda Day scheduled for December 3, 2025

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet to approve resolutions for 2026 Section 8 payment standards and flat rent rates. The meeting includes reports on financial and maintenance management and a closed session for the executive director's evaluation.

• Approval of 2026 Section 8 Payment Standards (Resolution 11-25-25-A)
• Approval of 2026 Flat Rent Rates (Resolution 11-25-25-B)
• Approval of surplus inventory donation to SWIF (Resolution 11-25-25-C)
• Review of financial reports
• Review of maintenance management report

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners has rescheduled its monthly meeting from November 21, 2025, to November 25, 2025. The provided text is a legal notice of the date and time change and does not list specific agenda items.

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District board will meet to approve agenda, minutes, and financial reports. The board will discuss reimbursement requests, a lighted streetliner project, and sign grant programs. The agenda also includes updates on the WPA Virtual Museum and the cancellation of the October Arts Crawl.

• Approval of monthly financial report
• Reimbursement request from City of Gallup
• Lighted Streetliner project location selection
• Sign grant program discussion with property owner
• Update on WPA Virtual Museum project

The Gallup BID Board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes, and the monthly financial report. It also agreed to provide a $20,000 reimbursement to the City of Gallup for two downtown murals created for the Route 66 Centennial Celebration; the reimbursement will be formally voted on at the December 18 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by A. Baca)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion by A. Baca)
• Approved monthly financial report (motion by L. Garcia)
• Agreed to provide $20,000 reimbursement for two downtown murals
• Motion to adjourn approved (motion by L. Garcia)

Trade Port Authority

The Gallup Trade Port Authority will discuss and give direction on several key items, including revisions to its by‑laws, a request for proposals for economic development services, and hiring a firm for branding and marketing. Presentations will cover the trade port application, a funding strategy, and inaugural funding updates. The meeting is a regular session held at the McKinley County Courthouse.

• Discussion and direction on TPA by‑laws
• Discussion and direction on issuing an RFP for economic development services
• Discussion and direction on hiring a professional branding and marketing company
• Update on the Trade Port application
• Funding strategy presentation

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several budget adjustments, a trade‑port funding transfer, and the adoption of Ordinance C2025-6 to consolidate and amend public nuisance provisions in the city code. Items on the consent agenda include approval of the October 14 meeting minutes, certification of FY 2025 assets, and a $15,000 state‑grant adjustment for the Octavia Fellin Public Library. The council will also discuss the MainStreet project and receive presentations on a local option gross receipts tax program.

• Adopt Ordinance C2025-6 to consolidate Title 4 chapters on public nuisance
• Approve $15,000 budget transfer to the Capital Underground Account (507‑6061‑442.48‑92)
• Approve $202,000 budget transfer to the Transformer Account (507‑6061‑442.48‑21)
• Transfer $150,000 from the general fund to the airport fund for Trade Port start‑up
• Adjust Octavia Fellin Public Library budget by $15,000 from a state grant

The council unanimously approved several budget adjustments, including $15,000 for the Capital Underground Account, $202,000 for the Transformer Account, and $150,000 for the Trade Port Project. It also voted to assume temporary operational and financial oversight of Gallup MainStreet for up to one year. Additionally, the council adopted Ordinance No. C2025-6, consolidating and amending the city’s public nuisance code. All consent agenda items were approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes, LDS Working Group appointment, FY2025 asset inventory, state grants budget adjustment, December meeting schedule amendment) (4-0)
• Approved $15,000 budget adjustment for Capital Underground Account (4-0)
• Approved $202,000 budget adjustment for Transformer Account (4-0)
• Approved $150,000 budget adjustment transferring funds to Trade Port Project (4-0)
• Approved temporary city oversight of Gallup MainStreet for up to one year (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. C2025-6 consolidating public nuisance chapters (4-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider a rezoning request by Rufe Dunnahoo on behalf of New Mexico Gas Company, Inc. for 1.1462 acres at 1510 East Aztec Avenue, changing the designation from Mixed‑Use Center to Heavy Commercial. The meeting will also include informational items on recent City Council actions and a report on September and October 2025 building permit activity.

• Rezoning request: 1.1462 acres at 1510 East Aztec Avenue, Mixed‑Use Center to Heavy Commercial (Case #25-00600003)
• Information item: City Council actions taken
• Information item: September & October 2025 building permit activity report

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will discuss the city's goals for an online permitting system. The group is also reviewing a staff questionnaire and prioritizing work on text amendments, procedural changes, and zoning recommendations.

• Discussion of online permitting capabilities with the Planning and Zoning and IT Directors
• Review of a questionnaire for water, electric, and wastewater departments
• Prioritization of code text amendments to simplify language
• Discussion of procedural changes to reduce required signatures on plats
• Development of a mission statement for city development decisions

The Gallup Land Development Standards Committee created two subcommittees: one led by Chris Thomas and Lance Allgood to review technical regulations, and another led by Michele Bonaguidi, David Rosales, Dominic Biava, and Keegan Mackenzie-Chavez to develop a staff survey. The committee agreed by email to begin work through these subcommittees and to distribute the survey before the next Review Committee meeting.

• Created technical‑focus subcommittee led by Chris Thomas and Lance Allgood
• Created survey‑focus subcommittee led by Michele Bonaguidi, David Rosales, Dominic Biava, and Keegan Mackenzie-Chavez
• Agreed to begin subcommittee work and send staff survey before next meeting

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall. The previously scheduled meetings for November 11 and November 25 have been canceled. The agenda will be available 72 hours prior to the event.

• Meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025
• Meeting location: City Council Chambers, 110 West Aztec Avenue
• Previous meetings canceled: November 11 and November 25, 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss and decide on a contract for the Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year. The district is requesting $75,000, while the minimum required contribution based on a state contract is $52,750.

• Request for $75,000 in funding for Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District
• Minimum required contribution of $52,750 for Core & Additional Services
• Current $30,000 funding for the Levitt Concert Series via Lodger's Tax
• Available budgeted charitable funding of $41,000

Councilor Ron Molina moved to refrain from providing funding to Gallup Mainstreet until additional information is received. The motion was seconded by Councilor Michael Schaaf and approved with all five council members and the mayor voting yes. The council also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Refrain from providing funding to Gallup Mainstreet approved (all voted yes)
• Adjourn meeting approved (all voted yes)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission will discuss safety policies, including requiring background checks for every coach and assistant. They will also review insurance coverage that extends to all participants and staff in league activities. The commission will receive updates on future capital improvements for Indian Hills Park Sports Complex Field No. 3. Additional safety rules such as banning alcohol for spectators and prohibiting personal vehicles in the complex will be addressed.

• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Insurance coverage to include players, coaches, referees, team moms, concessioners, workers, etc.
• Future capital improvements for Indian Hills Park Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Spectator safety rule: alcohol beverages not allowed
• No personal vehicles allowed in the sports complex compound

City Council

The council will vote on a consent agenda resolution (R2025-34) to approve FY 2026 Q1 budget adjustments and temporary cash transfers totaling $4,050,000. They will award RFP No. 2025/2026/02 to National Conductor, Inc. for the New Sunshine Substation project at a total cost of $6,463,729.55. A $326,301 budget adjustment will be considered to move animal shelter services to Animal Control and create nine new positions. The meeting also includes discussion of revised Lodger's Tax Grant Program guidelines and funding options for the Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District.

• Award RFP No. 2025/2026/02 to National Conductor, Inc. for New Sunshine Substation – total $6,463,729.55
• Resolution R2025-34: approve FY 2026 Q1 budget adjustments and $4,050,000 temporary cash transfers to various funds
• Budget adjustment of $326,301 to transfer animal shelter services to Animal Control, adding 9 new FTEs
• Adopt one of three updated Lodger's Tax Grant Program guidelines (Option A $20,000 cap, Option B up to 20% of expenses or $40,000, Option C day‑based cap)
• Approve funding for Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District FY 2025‑26, request $75,000 (or $52,750) with performance benchmarks

The Gallup City Council approved a 1% FY 2026 budget adjustment and a $326,301 transfer of animal shelter services to Animal Control. It also awarded the $6,463,729.56 Sunshine Substation construction contract and adopted updated Lodger’s Tax grant guidelines. The council rescheduled the November 11 meeting to November 18, cancelled the November 25 meeting, and tabled the Mainstreet Project until a special meeting.

• Approved 1% FY 2026 budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved $326,301 animal shelter transfer to Animal Control (5-0)
• Approved $6,463,729.56 Sunshine Substation construction contract (5-0)
• Approved updated Lodger’s Tax grant guidelines (5-0)
• Rescheduled Nov 11 meeting to Nov 18 and cancelled Nov 25 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled Mainstreet Project until special meeting (5-0)
• Approved meeting adjournment (5-0)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will meet in a closed session on October 19, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. to discuss matters protected by attorney‑client privilege, including pending and threatened litigation involving the city, and to consider the city’s purchase or acquisition of real property.

• Closed session to discuss pending litigation subject to attorney‑client privilege
• Closed session to discuss threatened litigation that may involve the city
• Closed session to discuss potential purchase or acquisition of real property

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will consider two real‑estate sales after a closed‑session discussion. Item 5 proposes selling Mesa Apartments to Mesa Vista Real Estate, LLC for $1,400,000. Item 6 proposes selling 901 Gomez Drive in the Sunshine Canyon Subdivision for $210,000, more or less. The board will vote to approve both sales before adjourning.

• Resolution 10-17-25-A: Sale of Mesa Apartments to Mesa Vista Real Estate, LLC for $1,400,000
• Resolution 10-17-25-B: Sale of 901 Gomez Drive, Sunshine Canyon Subdivision for $210,000 (more or less)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District board will discuss a reimbursement request from the City of Gallup and review BID ordinances with the city attorney and legal counsel. They will receive an update on the Lighted Streetliner project location selection and consider a sign grant program with the owner of 305 South Second Street. The board also noted the cancellation of the October 11 Arts Crawl due to a tropical storm forecast and an artist’s restoration of a large pot at Route 66 and 4th Street.

• Reimbursement request from City of Gallup
• Review of BID ordinances with city attorney and legal counsel
• Lighted Streetliner project location selection update
• Discussion of BID sign grant program with 305 South Second Street owner
• Cancellation of October 11 Arts Crawl event due to weather forecast

The Gallup BID Board approved the meeting agenda. The board also approved the prior meeting minutes. The monthly financial report was approved as well, with each member voting yes.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous)
• Cancelled October 11 Arts Crawl event due to weather forecast

Trade Port Authority

The Trade Port Authority will review a presentation on progress to date and discuss a funding strategy. The body is seeking direction on organizational documents, including bylaws and contracting authority, and the selection of a fiscal agent.

• Presentation on Trade Port progress by Kimley Horn Contractor
• Funding strategy discussion led by COG Director Evan Williams
• Direction on bylaws, Open Meetings Act, and Rules of Order
• Discussion on contracting authority and fiscal agency
• Selection of a fiscal agent

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider several grant agreements, including a $2.75 million Transportation Project Fund grant to fund West Aztec storm drainage improvements. Council will also vote on a $650,000 grant for Hasler Valley Road rehabilitation, a $200,000 capital outlay grant for road improvements, and related budget adjustments. Additional items include a library self‑checkout machine purchase transfer and several budget reallocations for city operations.

• Approve Resolution R2025-32 to accept a $2,750,000 TPF grant for West Aztec Storm Drainage construction
• Approve Resolution R2025-31 to accept a $650,000 TPF grant for Hasler Valley Road Rehabilitation
• Approve Resolution R2025-33 to accept a $200,000 state capital outlay grant for Gallup road improvements
• Transfer $11,881 from Project GL2404 Non‑cap to Capital to fund two Bibliotheca Model 1000 self‑checkout machines
• Approve budget adjustments: $30,000 for special activities (prisoner care), $412,719 for organizational restructuring, and $548,064 for the Rico Street & NM‑118 water line crossing project

The Gallup City Council unanimously approved several consent agenda items, including acceptance of state transportation grant agreements and purchase of self‑checkout machines. It also approved a $30,000 budget increase for prisoner care, a $412,719 budget adjustment for various department positions, and awarded a $449,844.74 contract to H.O. Construction for the Rico Street & NM 118 water line crossing project. All motions received a 6‑0 vote in favor.

• Approved minutes from September meetings (6-0)
• Accepted TPF Grant for Hasler Valley Road Rehabilitation (Resolution 2025-31) (6-0)
• Accepted TPF Grant for West Aztec Storm Drainage (Resolution R2025-32) (6-0)
• Accepted State Capital Appropriation for Gallup Road Improvement (Resolution R2025-33) (6-0)
• Approved purchase of self‑checkout machines for OFPL (6-0)
• Approved $30,000 budget increase for prisoner care (6-0)
• Approved $412,719 budget adjustment for various positions (6-0)
• Approved $449,844.74 award to H.O. Construction for Rico Street & NM 118 water line crossing project (6-0)

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will vote to nominate and elect a new Vice‑Chair. The chair will finalize a questionnaire to be sent to city departments such as water, electric, and wastewater. The committee will prioritize its work into improvement buckets covering text amendments, procedural changes, and zoning recommendations. Additional discussion will include adjusting the meeting day and drafting a mission statement for city development decisions.

• Nominate and elect new Vice‑Chair
• Finalize questionnaire for city staff (water, electric, wastewater)
• Prioritize improvement buckets: text amendments, procedural changes, zoning recommendations
• Discuss adjusting meeting day
• Develop mission statement for city development decisions

The Land Development Standards Working Group appointed Lance Allgood as the new Vice Chair. The group approved a motion to invite the IT department to the next meeting and a separate motion to develop a checklist on the back of permits. Members also agreed on the preferred location for future meetings.

• Lance Allgood nominated and accepted as Vice Chair (all in favor)
• Motion to invite IT department to next meeting approved (all in favor)
• Motion to develop a checklist on the back of permits approved (all in favor)
• Preferred future meeting site set as Utilities conference room or City Council Chambers (all in favor)

City Council

The joint work session will review proposed revisions to the Lodger's Tax Grant Program guidelines, which set the allowable expenses for reimbursement with Lodger's Tax funds. The revisions have been discussed in previous Lodger's Tax Committee meetings in 2024 and 2025 and were tabled at the March 11, 2025 City Council meeting. Tourism Office staff will present a draft resolution and seek guidance from the council and committee.

• Presentation and draft resolution for Lodger's Tax Grant Program revisions
• Discussion and recommendation on updated program guidelines

Council members discussed proposed updates to the Lodger’s Tax Grant Program but did not adopt any changes. Tourism and Marketing Manager Matt Robinson said he will present the revised guidelines at the City Council meeting on October 28, 2025. Councilor Schaaf moved to adjourn, Councilor Garcia seconded, and all present voted yes.

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission will review financial reports and discuss safety measures, including spectator behavior rules, a ban on alcohol, and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. The commission will also consider expanding insurance coverage to include players, coaches, referees, team moms, concession workers, and others. Updates on future capital improvements at Indian Hills Park Sports Complex Field No. 3 and a ban on personal vehicles in the complex will be presented.

• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Expand insurance coverage to players, coaches, referees, team moms, concessioners, workers
• No personal vehicles allowed in the Sports Complex compound
• Financial reports from TDFL, Youth Soccer, Adult Softball, and GABSAA
• Future capital improvements for Indian Hills Park Sports Complex Field No. 3

Trade Port Authority

The Gallup Trade Port Authority will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. Board members will receive presentations on the Trade Port designation, public‑private partnership funding, and initial staffing and bylaws. The meeting will also assign initial tasks and discuss the authority’s fiscal setup.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary and Treasurer
• Presentation on Trade Port designation
• Discussion of P3 grant/funding for the Trade Port
• Review of bylaws and rules of order
• Assignment of initial tasks and business

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on the FY 26 budget and a reimbursement request from the City of Gallup. The board will also discuss updates to the Lighted Streetliner project and potential uses for the Rex Museum building.

• Vote on FY 26 BID budget
• Reimbursement request from City of Gallup
• Quote of $52,135.77 from Bonaguidi Construction to install Lighted Streetliner poles
• Discussion of improvements for the City-owned Rex Museum building at Rt. 66 and 3rd Avenue
• Budget approval of $2,500.00 for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series marketing reimbursement

The Board approved the meeting agenda unanimously. The City Manager withdrew the $19,995.89 reimbursement request for the Events‑By‑Others program and directed a new request to be submitted. The BID approved a $2,500 budget for the Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District downtown event marketing grant.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous yes votes)
• City Manager withdrew $19,995.89 reimbursement request (withdrawn)
• City Manager instructed new reimbursement request submission (instruction)
• Approved $2,500 grant for downtown event marketing (no vote recorded)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several funding awards, including electrical materials for the Carbon Coal North Annexation and $250,600 in charitable grants. The body will also discuss a new utility pole attachment license agreement and the execution of opioid settlement agreements.

• Electrical materials contracts for Carbon Coal Line Extension totaling $556,419.43
• Charitable funding allocations totaling $250,600, including $180,000 for Gallup Rural Transit
• Proposed Non-Exclusive Attachment License Agreement setting pole rental fees at $18.00 per pole
• Fire Department grants and budget increases totaling $188,276 for equipment and training
• Street closures for 2025-2026 Arts Crawl, Annual Christmas Parade, and Hozho Academy Harvest Fest

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including street closures for upcoming events and a budget transfer for the Clean & Beautiful grant. They also approved the Lodger's Tax Committee recommendation, charitable funding applications, a non‑exclusive utility‑pole license agreement, a $553,519.43 award for the Carbon Coal North Annexation line extension, and authorized the city manager to sign participation agreements for additional opioid settlements.

• Approved consent agenda items (minutes, street closures, budget adjustment) (all voted yes)
• Approved Lodger's Tax Committee recommendation (all voted yes)
• Approved charitable funding applications (all voted yes)
• Approved Non‑Exclusive Attachment License Agreement for utility poles (all voted yes)
• Approved $553,519.43 award for Carbon Coal North Annexation line extension (all voted yes)
• Approved execution of additional opioid settlements, authorizing City Manager to sign agreements (all voted yes)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Board of Commissioners will review financial and management reports and discuss the possible sale of Mesa Apartments. The body will consider resolutions regarding delinquent rental accounts and a state grant for homebuyer assistance.

• Resolution 09-19-25-A: Approving write-off of delinquent rental accounts of former tenants
• Resolution 09-19-25-B: Ratifying a NM State Grant for a Downpayment and Closing Cost Assistance Program
• Resolution 09-19-25-C: Authorizing negotiations for the possible sale of Mesa Apartments
• Report on Homeownership Project and Mesa Apartments sale

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board will approve the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes and review its strategic plan. Board members will discuss upcoming clean‑up events, including a speaker on current opportunities and an update from Bill Bright. The board will provide an update on the NMCB FY26 grant and solicit three additional 501(c)(3) organizations to receive $1,230 each for youth clean‑up projects at four town locations.

• Approve June 26, 2025 KGCB meeting minutes (action item)
• Review KGCB strategic plan for updates
• Open discussion: speaker Joe Athens on clean‑up opportunities; Bill Bright update from [email protected]
• Thank board members Tammy & Joe Athens for participation in the August 28, 2025 litter index
• NMCB FY26 grant update: request three more nonprofit groups to receive $1,230 each for youth clean‑ups at four locations

The Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board approved the June 26 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous consent. Members voted to retain the current strategic‑plan document as is. The meeting was adjourned and a $9,180 FY26 grant was announced for eight local youth groups.

• Approved June 26 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved keeping the strategic‑plan document unchanged (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)
• Announced FY26 NMCB grant award of $9,180 to eight youth groups

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District Board of Directors rescheduled its regular meeting from September 18 to September 25, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Rico Auto Complex in Gallup, New Mexico.

• Meeting rescheduled to Sept. 25, 2025
• Location: Rico Auto Complex, 220 South Fifth Street
• Agendas available at City Hall and online

Trade Port Authority

The Trade Port Authority is meeting to establish its initial board organization and leadership. Members will discuss the Trade Port Bill, funding, and staffing. The body will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary and Treasurer
• Discussion of P3 grant/funding
• Review of Trade Port Bill and annexation lands
• Establishment of bylaws and rules of order
• Account setup and fiscal agency

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a freight transfer terminal. The commission will also review recent City Council actions and the August 2025 building permit activity report.

• Case # 25-00700003: Request by Christopher Thomas for Gallup Land Partners, LLC for a Conditional Use Permit for a Freight Transfer Terminal at 1318 Metro Avenue

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will finalize a questionnaire to gather input from city water, electric, and wastewater departments. The committee decided to organize its work into three improvement buckets: text amendments, procedural changes, and zoning recommendations. The group will also develop a mission statement to guide future development decisions.

• Create questionnaire for city staff (water, electric, wastewater) to improve the development process
• Categorize work into three improvement buckets: text amendments, procedural changes, zoning recommendations
• Develop a mission statement for the city’s development decisions

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider approving several state and federal grants for airport infrastructure, affordable housing, and sewer line replacements. The body will also vote on municipal court server purchases and a settlement agreement with the firefighters union.

• Approval of $3.23 million in airport terminal and infrastructure grants (HB2 and FAA)
• Acceptance of $732,250 in state capital outlay grants for housing, trails, and library
• Approval of $757,100 for the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project waterline extension
• Approval of $500,000 grant shift from Peritti Wash to Ford Canyon sewer line replacement
• Approval of $40,000 in Lodger's Tax funds for the Red Rock Balloon Rally

The Gallup City Council approved a series of grant agreements and budget adjustments, including a $500,000 reallocation of NM Environmental Department funds to the Ford Canyon sewer line, a $757,100 award for the Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project, and a $238,000 NMDOT aviation grant. The council also accepted several State Capital Outlay Grants totaling $1,045,250 for affordable housing, hiking trails, police equipment, museum improvements, a regional library, and transitional housing. Additional approvals covered a Lodger’s Tax Grant for the Red Rock Balloon Rally, a $7,000 tuition reimbursement adjustment, and a settlement agreement with the Gallup Professional Fire Fighters Association.

• Approved $500,000 grant reallocation to Ford Canyon sewer line replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $757,100.37 award to Dub-L-EE, LLC for Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project (unanimous)
• Approved $238,000 NMDOT Aviation Division grant for airport infrastructure improvements (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of State Capital Outlay Grants: $75,000 housing, $150,000 hiking trails, $150,000 police equipment, $150,000 museum, $100,000 library, $272,250 transitional housing (unanimous)
• Approved Lodger’s Tax Grant recommendation for Red Rock Balloon Rally (unanimous)
• Approved $7,000 budget adjustment for City Tuition Reimbursement Program (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement with Gallup Professional Fire Fighters Association (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including minutes, budget adjustments, and LEDA policy resolution (unanimous)

City Council

The Gallup City Council and the McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session. The body will discuss the Red Rock Park Memorandum of Understanding. No official action will be taken during this session.

• Discussion of Red Rock Park Memorandum of Understanding

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board met in a joint work session to discuss Red Rock Park operations, staffing, and finances. Commissioners and city officials requested reports and recommended that staff review amendments to the park's management agreement, but no formal actions or votes were taken. The session concluded with no decisions made.

Gallup Sports Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss safety protocols, including spectator behavior and the prohibition of alcohol. Members will review requirements for coach background checks and insurance coverage for league participants. The City Parks Director will provide updates on capital improvements for Indian Hills Park and the Sports Complex.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Insurance coverage requirements for players, coaches, and staff
• Capital improvements for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Prohibition of personal vehicles in the Sports Complex compound
• Review of the commission charter

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review and discuss applications for charitable funding. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Review and discussion of charitable funding applications

The council discussed several charitable funding requests, including the Boys and Girls Club, Catholic Charities, GallupArts, and others, but did not approve any. No funding decisions were made during the work session; only a motion to adjourn was passed unanimously.

City Council

The Gallup City Council will review routine minutes, event permits for street closures, and budget adjustments for electrical upgrades and fire protection funds. A presentation on the Gallup Area Housing Survey will also be provided.

• Approve minutes from May 13, May 27, May 30, June 3, June 10, and June 27 meetings
• Approve street closures for Gallup High School Homecoming Parade (Sept 26), Miyamura High School Homecoming Parade (Sept 18), Fire Prevention Week and Hozho Academy Homecoming Parade (Oct 10)
• Approve parking lot closures for Gallup Pride Celebration (Sept 13) and Street Art Festival (Sept 27-28)
• Budget adjustment of $8,873 for transformer restocking fee for Project JU2513
• Budget adjustment of $115,272 for voltage regulators due to Sunshine Substation outage

The Gallup City Council approved several street‑closure requests for upcoming community events and two budget adjustments for electric infrastructure. It also approved the Lodger’s Tax Grant recommendations for a youth football championship and a race event, and adopted a resolution securing a $327,383 NMDOT road‑fund grant. The council tabled a request to amend land‑use rules for cannabis courier services until the next meeting.

• Approved street closures for Lower Parking Lot at Downtown Courthouse Square for Gallup Pride Celebration (5‑0)
• Approved parking lot closures for the 15‑annual Street Art Festival (5‑0)
• Approved street closures for Miyamura High School Homecoming Parade (5‑0)
• Approved street closures for Gallup High School Homecoming Parade (5‑0)
• Approved street closures for Fire Prevention Week and Hozho Academy Homecoming Parade (5‑0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Automated Switch Transformer Replacement Restocking Fee (5‑0)
• Approved budget adjustment for Sunshine Substation Inspection Proposal (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. R2025‑18 for NMDOT Road Fund grant ($327,383) (5‑0)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup BID Board is meeting to approve the FY 26 budget and several reimbursement requests. The board will also discuss a $52,135.77 cost estimate for the Lighted Streetliner project and review a structural report for the Lowe’s Plaza structure.

• Approval of FY 26 BID budget
• Grant application for Turney’s Trading at 207 South 3rd Street: $5,000 reimbursement of $7,500 project cost
• $2,500 reimbursement to Gallup Main/Street ACD for Levitt AMP Summer Concert Series
• Bonaguidi Construction estimate of $52,135.77 for Lighted Streetliner support poles
• Structural engineer report on Lowe’s Plaza structure owned by Sacred Heart Parish

The Gallup BID Board approved the meeting agenda, June minutes, and June‑July financial reports. It tabled the FY 26 budget, approved a $7,500 grant application from Turney’s Trading with a $5,000 reimbursement, and approved a $2,500 reimbursement to Gallup MainStreet ACD for the Levitt AMP concert series. The board also approved an event permit for Doghouse Media on August 2, 2025 and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (items carried from July) – Approved
• Approved minutes from June meeting – Approved
• Approved June 30 and July 31 financial reports – Approved
• Motion to table FY 26 BID budget – Approved
• Approved Turney’s Trading grant application ($7,500 cost, $5,000 reimbursement) – Approved
• Approved $2,500 reimbursement to Gallup MainStreet ACD for Levitt AMP concert series – Approved
• Approved event permit for Doghouse Media event on August 2, 2025 – Approved
• Approved adjournment of meeting – Approved

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will hold a work session to discuss priorities. No other specific items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of priorities

The chair will finalize a questionnaire for city staff and obtain an official contact list. The committee organized its work into four focus areas: text amendments, procedural changes, zoning recommendations, and a mission statement. The next regular meeting is set for the second Wednesday of October, with no meeting in September.

• Chair to finalize questionnaire for city staff
• Chair to obtain official contact list from Tasha
• Committee to categorize work into text amendments, procedural changes, zoning recommendations, and mission statement
• Next regular meeting scheduled for second Wednesday of October; no September meeting

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will hold its monthly meeting to review financial and operational reports, ratify a new fee accountant contract, approve a warehouse renovation purchase order, authorize the sale of eight homes, and confirm revised utility allowances for public and Section 8 housing programs.

• Ratification and approval of new fee accountant contract
• Ratification and approval of warehouse renovation purchase order & quote
• Authorization to sell eight GHA homes and sign residential purchase agreements
• Review and approval of revised monthly utility allowances for Public Housing and Section 8 programs

Planning and Zoning

The commission will consider an amendment to the municipal code to allow and define cannabis courier services. One request for a truck stop conditional use permit has been removed from the agenda.

• Case # 24-00900001: Proposed amendment to Title 10 to allow cannabis courier services
• Case # 25-00700002: Request for Love’s Travel Stops truck stop at 3380 West Highway 66 (removed from agenda)
• Review of July 2025 Building Permit Activity Report

Land Development Standards Working Group

The Land Development Standards Working Group will hold a regular meeting to discuss priorities for upcoming standards updates. The only action item is a procedural resolution confirming annual notice under the Open Meetings Act.

• Resolution No. R2025-1: Annual Determination of Notice Under the Open Meetings Act

City Council

The City Council will review a settlement agreement with the United Mine Workers of America and a $90,000 budget adjustment for the Lodger's Tax Grant Program. Members will also consider appointments to the Trade Port Board and a tourism agreement with the Chamber of Commerce.

• Settlement with UMWA providing a 5% pay increase, 4.00 hours of sick leave per pay period, and National Navajo Code Talkers Day holiday
• $130,000 agreement with Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce for Visitor Center and advertising
• $90,000 budget adjustment request from fund balance for the Lodger's Tax Grant Program
• $3,000 Lodger's Tax grant recommendation for Race at the Rocks at Red Rock Park
• Confirmation of two City representatives for the Trade Port Board

The council unanimously approved the settlement agreement with the United Mine Workers of America, granting a 5% wage increase, additional sick leave, and a new holiday. They also approved the Gallup Chamber of Commerce visitor‑center advertising agreement and appointed John Pena and Dave Dallago to the Trade Port Board. Additionally, they approved a $90,000 adjustment to the Lodger’s Tax Grant Program and tabled the $3,000 race grant request.

• Approved UMWA Settlement Agreement (5% pay increase, 4 hrs sick leave, Code Talkers Day) – all voted yes
• Approved Gallup Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center and Advertising agreement – all voted yes
• Approved appointment of John Pena (2‑yr) and Dave Dallago (1‑yr) to Trade Port Board – all voted yes
• Approved $90,000 Lodger’s Tax Grant Program Budget Adjustment – all voted yes
• Tabled Lodger’s Tax Grant Recommendation for Race at the Rocks – all voted yes
• Approved minutes from April 2025 work sessions and regular meeting – all voted yes

City Council

The Gallup City Council will attend the Annual Inspection of the Gallup Police Department. No official action will be taken by the Council during this event.

• Annual Inspection of the Gallup Police Department at the John B. Arvizo Public Safety Building

Land Development Standards Working Group

The group is meeting to establish its organizational structure and schedule. Members will discuss the appointment of leadership and the adoption of a FY2026 budget for City Council consideration.

• Appointment of a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Adoption of a FY2026 budget
• Setting a meeting schedule per Resolution No. R-2025-11

The Gallup Land Development Standards Committee elected Christopher Thomas as Chair, Pete Gonzales as Vice‑Chair, and Keegan Mackenzie‑Chavez as Secretary. The committee allocated the $10,000 appropriated budget to supplies ($1,000), travel ($4,000) and consultation ($5,000). Regular meetings will be held the second Wednesday of each month, with the next working session scheduled for August 20.

• Elected Christopher Thomas as Chair
• Elected Pete Gonzales as Vice‑Chair
• Elected Keegan Mackenzie‑Chavez as Secretary
• Allocated $1,000 for supplies
• Allocated $4,000 for travel
• Allocated $5,000 for consultation
• Set regular meetings for the second Wednesday of each month
• Scheduled a working session on August 20

Gallup Sports Commission

The commission is discussing safety measures, including background checks for coaches and alcohol prohibitions. Members will also review potential increases to field usage fees.

• Proposed requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Review of field usage fee increases
• Enforcement of alcohol prohibitions for spectators
• Restriction of personal vehicles in the Sports Complex compound
• Capital improvement updates for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss potential alternative locations for a new regional library. The board will also review library cash revenues and circulation statistics from April through June 2025.

• Approval of April, May, and June 2025 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Discussion on alternative locations for the new regional library
• Capital Campaign Planning discussion
• Board Recruitment discussion

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is holding a closed special session. The board will review and approve documents for a down payment and closing cost assistance program.

• Resolution 07-25-25-A: Review and Approval of Downpayment and Closing Cost Assistance program documents

City Council

The City Council will review several high-value contracts, including a $3.04 million road project and a $835,000 detox operations agreement. Members will also discuss budget adjustments for the Senior Program and various tourism grants for Route 66 events.

• Construction award of $3,043,301.00 to H.O. Construction Inc. for Nizhoni Boulevard Phase IV
• Detox Administration and Operation agreement with NCI for $835,000
• Contract award to Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for $68,481.15
• Lodger's Tax grant recommendations including $50,100 for the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial
• Budget adjustments for Senior Citizens ($800,000), Legislative Appropriations ($1,450,000), and Airport ($275,000)

The Gallup City Council approved a series of budget adjustments, grants, and contracts, including a $3,043,301 construction contract for Phase IV of the Nizhoni Boulevard Complete Street Reconstruction Project. The council also approved the FY26 Senior Program Budget, several Lodger’s Tax Grants, and a $50,000 Destination Forward Grant for a Route 66 traveling exhibit. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1,2,4,5 (minutes, FY2025 budget adjustments, street closures & permit, Route 66 event grant) – 5-0
• Approved $50,000 Route 66 Destination Forward Grant – 5-0
• Approved Change Orders 1‑3 for North Side Sewer Line Interceptor Project – 5-0
• Approved FY26 Senior Program Budget – 5-0
• Approved contract with Raftelis Financial Consultants for long‑term financial planning – 5-0
• Approved $3,043,301 construction contract for Phase IV Nizhoni Boulevard reconstruction – 5-0
• Approved $50,000 Lodger’s Tax Grant for Gallup Inter‑Tribal Ceremonial – 5-0
• Approved $4,000 Lodger’s Tax Grant for Hubbell Art Auction – 5-0

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial, maintenance, and housing management reports. The board is scheduled to decide on the approval of the 2025 Wage and Salary Study.

• Resolution 07-18-25-A: Review and Approval of the Gallup Housing Authority 2025 Wage and Salary Study
• Report on the Homeownership Project
• Reports on Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and take action on two agreements. One involves the annexation of New Mexico State Trust Lands, and the other is a joint powers agreement with McKinley County to create a trade port authority for economic development.

• Annexation Agreement for New Mexico State Trust Lands
• Joint Powers Agreement with McKinley County to establish the Gallup-McKinley Trade Port Authority
• Proposed creation of a five-member Board of Directors for the Trade Port Authority

The council voted to approve the annexation agreement for the Carbon Coal North area with the State Land Commissioner. It also approved a joint powers agreement with McKinley County to create the Gallup‑McKinley Trade Port Authority. Both motions passed with all present members voting yes.

• Approved Annexation Agreement with State Land Commissioner (all present voted yes)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement establishing Gallup-McKinley Trade Port Authority (all present voted yes)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (all present voted yes)

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum.

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for an air supported structure and a rezoning request for a property on E. Morgan Ave. The commission will also review building permit activity for May and June 2025.

• Case # 25-00700001: Conditional Use Permit for an Air Supported Structure at 515 Park Ave.
• Case # 25-00600002: Rezoning of 1.5699 acres at 391 E. Morgan Ave. from Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) to Single-Family Residential Type A (SFR-A).
• Case # 24-00900001: Proposed amendment to cannabis regulations for cannabis couriers (removed from agenda).

Lodgers Tax Committee

The committee will discuss and take action on seven grant applications for events scheduled between August and December 2025. Members will also receive an update on the FY26 Lodger’s Tax budget.

• Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial grant request: $50,100
• Red Rock Balloon Rally grant request: $40,000
• TDFL Football Tournament grant request: $28,000
• AMA Arenacross grant request: $20,000
• Race at the Rocks 2025 grant request: $16,050

City Council

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and a five-year infrastructure plan. Key discussions include airport development, legislative advocacy, and a partnership with McKinley County for DWI case processing.

• Contract with Armstrong Consultants Inc. for airport terminal building development totaling $1,131,827.17
• Engagement letter with Broydrick & Associates for legislative advocacy totaling $102,000
• Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments membership dues for FY2026 of $73,544.00
• Resolution No. R2025-14 for the annual NM Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan
• Street closure of Coal Avenue from 7th Street to 8th Street on July 26, 2025

The Gallup City Council approved a street closure for Champion Ford’s 4th Anniversary, a professional services agreement with Armstrong Consultants for the airport terminal building totaling $1,131,827.17, and a contract with McKinley County for DWI case processing. Councilors also approved a six‑month extension of the Broydrick & Associates engagement and adopted Resolution R2025‑14 for the state infrastructure capital improvement plan. All motions passed with unanimous yes votes.

• Approved street closure for Champion Ford’s 4th Anniversary (5‑0)
• Approved McKinley County DWI Professional Services Agreement (5‑0)
• Approved Armstrong Consultants professional services agreement for airport terminal ($1,131,827.17) (5‑0)
• Approved six‑month extension of Broydrick & Associates contract ($102,000) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution R2025‑14 for Annual NM Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (5‑0)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will meet to review personnel matters regarding the Animal Control Director. The body will also receive a quarterly financial report and an update on documentation concerns.

• Executive session regarding Animal Control Director personnel matters
• Quarterly Financial Report presented by Interim Director Tiffany Hubbard
• Update on documentation concerns from the previous meeting

The Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority approved the meeting minutes and adopted the agenda. The board also approved the Director’s position for Tiffany Hubbard. No other actions were taken; the quarterly financial report was presented as informational only.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Tolson, seconded by Draven)
• Adopted agenda (motion by Tolson, seconded by Draven)
• Approved Director’s position for Tiffany Hubbard (motion by Tolson, seconded by Draven)
• Quarterly financial report presented, no action required

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget adjustments to cover fiscal year obligations and solid waste shortfalls. The body is also reviewing an agreement for the ReCAST grant to address community trauma.

• Budget increases for LEFP ($750,131), Wastewater CP ($113,500), and Risk Management ($60,000)
• ReCAST grant agreement and budget adjustment of up to $100,000 for 3 months
• $8,322 budget adjustment for Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority EGRT
• $43,353 budget adjustment for Northwest New Mexico Regional Solid Waste Authority tipping fees
• Approval of February 25, 2025 meeting minutes

The council approved several consent agenda items, adopted a range of budget adjustments—including a $333,272 increase for prisoner care and a $17,803 adjustment for the senior program—and postponed the Northside Sewer Line change orders. It also confirmed the Land Development Standards Committee, awarded the EMS transport billing contract to Systems Design West LLC, extended the drought proclamation, adopted the Automated Speed Enforcement ordinance, and passed a resolution notifying the county clerk of upcoming election positions and a potential runoff date.

• Approved consent agenda items 1, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9
• Approved budget adjustments, including $333,272 for prisoner care and $17,803 for senior program operations
• Postponed Northside Sewer Line Change Orders 1 and 2 to the next regular meeting
• Approved Land Development Standards Committee confirmation
• Approved award of EMS transport billing provider (Systems Design West LLC) effective July 1, 2025
• Approved extension of the proclamation declaring extreme or severe drought conditions
• Approved Ordinance No. C2025-4 establishing automated speed‑enforcement cameras
• Approved Resolution No. R2025-13 notifying the McKinley County Clerk of election positions and a potential runoff date

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The board will review its strategic plan and discuss the results of the April 16, 2025 Tree Give-Away event. Members will also coordinate volunteer dates for the July 2025 Litter Index and discuss grant updates.

• Review of KGCB Strategic Plan
• Discussion of 4-16-25 Tree Give-Away Event and FY2026 suggestions
• Selection of two volunteer dates for the July 2025 Litter Index
• NMCB FY26 Grant update
• Discussion of cleanup opportunities with Joe Athens and BeyondPlastics webinars with Bill Bright

The board unanimously approved the March 20, 2025 meeting minutes and kept the current strategic plan unchanged. They scheduled the annual Litter Index study for August 21, 2025 at 8 am and set the KGCB Breakfast meeting for July 17, 2025 at 9 am at Camille's. A week‑prior clean‑up for the July 12, 2025 mountain‑bike race was announced, and the meeting was adjourned at 6 pm.

• Approved March 20, 2025 KGCB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Kept current KGCB Strategic Plan document as is (unanimous)
• Scheduled annual Litter Index study for August 21, 2025 at 8 am (agreed)
• Set KGCB Breakfast meeting for July 17, 2025 at 9 am at Camille's (planned)
• Planned week‑prior clean‑up for July 12, 2025 mountain‑bike race, meet at Bear Springs Plaza 8 am (announced)
• Elizabeth to draft and review flyer for weekly clean‑up event (task assigned)
• Adjourned meeting at 6 pm (unanimous)

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission is meeting to discuss safety protocols, including background checks for coaches and alcohol restrictions. The body will also review proposed increases to field usage fees and receive updates on capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and the Sports Complex.

• Review of field usage fee increases
• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Enforcement of alcohol prohibitions for spectators
• Capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Restriction of personal vehicles in the Sports Complex compound

City Council

The regular meeting of the Gallup City Council scheduled for June 24, 2025, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a waterline break.

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board is meeting to approve the FY 26 work plan, budget, and monthly meeting dates. The board will also discuss updates on downtown beautification and housing initiatives.

• Approval of FY 26 work plan and budget
• Update on Lighted Streetliner project poles at W. Coal and 5th Street
• Rehab plan for residential buildings near 1st and Hill Streets
• $2,500.00 budget approval for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series marketing grant
• Status update on the Indian Jewelry Supply building on East Coal Avenue

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board approved its FY 26 work plan and set the regular monthly meeting dates for FY 16. The board also approved the draft FY 16 budget, a $2,500 event‑marketing grant, and permits for two August 2, 2025 events. Additionally, the board renewed the Executive Director’s employment agreement through June 30 2026.

• Approved FY 26 work plan (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved regular monthly meeting dates for FY 16 (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved draft FY 16 BID budget (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous yes votes)
• Approved $2,500 event‑marketing grant for Levitt AMP concert series
• Approved event permits for Doghouse Media and Levitt AMP concert on Aug 2 2025
• Renewed Executive Director Francis Bee’s employment agreement through June 30 2026

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the initial budget for fiscal year 2026. The meeting includes a presentation on affordable housing and a request to transfer state funds for police recruitment payroll.

• Resolution No. R2025-12 to approve the FY 2026 Initial Budget
• Budget adjustment to transfer state police recruitment funds from fund 212 to fund 101
• Presentation of the Affordable Housing Gap Analysis by the Gallup Housing Authority

The Gallup City Council approved the minutes from the January 28 and February 11, 2025 meetings. They approved a budget adjustment to transfer funds from fund 212 to fund 101. The council also approved Resolution No. R2025-12, adopting the FY 2026 Initial Budget. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved January 28 and February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved budget adjustment transferring funds from fund 212 to fund 101 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. R2025-12, FY 2026 Initial Budget (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting a marketing award from the NM Department of Tourism. The body will also consider a process for distributing budgeted funding to charitable groups that benefit Gallup citizens.

• Acceptance of NM True Cooperative Marketing Award with an approximate 2:1 state match
• Approval of the distribution process for budgeted charitable group donations

The Gallup City Council voted to approve the New Mexico True Cooperative Marketing Award, with the city contributing $67,000 toward a $167,000 agreement. The council also approved a revised Charitable Group Contributions Process that allocates $275,000 for FY 2025 and requires a one‑page application by June 30 each year. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved NM True Cooperative Marketing Award (unanimous)
• Approved Charitable Group Contributions Process (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and act upon a proclamation declaring extreme or severe drought conditions in Gallup. This action would restrict the sale and use of specific fireworks to mitigate fire risks.

• Proclamation declaring extreme or severe drought conditions
• Ban on sale and use of missile-type rockets, helicopters, aerial spinners, and stick-type rockets
• Ban on sale and use of ground audible devices including chasers and firecrackers
• Limiting use of permissible fireworks (e.g., sparklers, fountains) to paved or barren areas
• Ban on sale or use of display fireworks except for approved permitted events

The council voted to adopt a proclamation that limits the sale and use of certain fireworks due to extreme drought conditions. All four voting members—Councilors Schaaf, Piano, Molina and Mayor Bonaguidi—voted yes. The proclamation is effective for 30 days and does not cover the Fourth of July. Any extension or modification would require a future meeting.

• Approved fireworks prohibition proclamation (4 yes votes)
• Adjourned meeting (4 yes votes)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will decide on a $1.28 million paving and drainage project for Elva Drive, reappoint Planning & Zoning Commission members, and approve wastewater department contracts and budget adjustments. The meeting also includes a resolution to create a Land Development Standards working group and a vote on funding for the final phase of the Gallup McKinley County Regional Senior Center.

• $1,276,174.90 contract award to Star Paving for Elva Drive Whole Block Project (Project #CI12312)
• Budget adjustment of $110,000 for Wastewater Department utilities (April–June 2025)
• Approval of $6,500/month contract for Level IV Wastewater Operator Mark Tishma
• $1.8 million budget approval for Phase IIB of Gallup McKinley County Regional Senior Center from Fund 376
• Adoption of Resolution No. R2025-11 to establish the LDS Working Group

The Gallup City Council unanimously approved a $25 million fundraising campaign to build a new regional library. It also approved several infrastructure actions, including a $1,276,174.90 award to Star Paving for the Elva Drive Whole Block Project, a $110,000 budget adjustment for the Wastewater Department, and a $1.8 million budget adjustment for the Senior Center Phase IIB gymnasium. Additional approvals covered wastewater operator contracts, change orders for drilling, and the establishment of an LDS Working Group.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 1‑3 (minutes, Planning and Zoning Commission appointments, BID Board ad‑hoc position)
• Approved $1,276,174.90 award to Star Paving for the Elva Drive Whole Block Project
• Approved $110,000 budget adjustment for the Wastewater Department
• Approved Change Orders for G‑80 POD1 and POD3 drilling and testing
• Approved contract for Level IV Wastewater Operator at $3,500 monthly plus mileage
• Approved $1.8 million budget adjustment for Senior Center Phase IIB gymnasium
• Approved Resolution No. R2025‑11 establishing the LDS Working Group
• Approved initiation of a $25 million capital campaign for a new regional library

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will meet on May 16, 2025, to discuss and receive reports on financial status, maintenance bids, housing management, and a homeownership project update. The board will also hear a presentation of the Preliminary FY2026 Operating Budget and consider a resolution authorizing the disposal of a vehicle via trade-in.

• Presentation of Preliminary FY2026 Operating Budget
• Resolution 05-16-25-A authorizing disposal of vehicle used as trade-in
• Bid process for metal facia covers at Sunshine property
• Wage and salary study update
• New truck bid process

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on two funding requests: $7,000 from gallupARTS to replace a withdrawn NEA grant for the WPA Virtual Museum (City of Gallup already committed $10,000), and $27,000 from the City for the Route 66 Centennial kickoff event. The board will also discuss various projects including the Lexington Hotel status, former Lowe's Plaza property, and an Arts Crawl recap. Additional updates include housing initiatives, beautification, security patrols, and economic development efforts.

• Request from gallupARTS for $7,000 BID match to replace NEA grant for WPA Virtual Museum
• Request by City of Gallup for $27,000 for Route 66 Centennial kickoff event on July 26, 2025
• Proposal from Red Rock Security Patrol for bicycle patrols during July–August 2025
• Boarded-up houses on Hill Street sold to Doug Bishop, owner of Bishop Optical
• NM House Bill 210 (Vacant Building bill) tabled by legislative committee

The board approved a $7,000 payment to gallupARTS for the WPA Virtual Museum project. It also approved moving $20,000 from the Signature Event line to the Events By Others category to support the City of Gallup Route 66 Centennial kickoff. Red Rock Security Patrol’s bicycle patrols for June‑August were approved, and a $2,500 grant to the Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for event marketing was approved.

• Approved $7,000 payment to gallupARTS for WPA Virtual Museum (unanimous yes)
• Approved $20,000 support for Route 66 Centennial kickoff event (L. Garcia abstained)
• Approved Red Rock Security Patrol bicycle patrols June 30‑Aug 29, 2025 (unanimous yes)
• Approved $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for event marketing (approved)
• Approved sign grant and façade improvements for Kestrel Leather at 221 West Rt 66 (approved)
• Approved event permit for Doghouse Media for August 2, 2025 Courthouse Plaza event (approved)
• Approved relocation of $20,000 within BID budget from Signature Event to Events By Others (approved)
• Approved repaint/replacement of BID monument welcome signage by Dynamic Signs (approved)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request from Pro Group Properties to waive pedestrian infrastructure requirements (curb, gutter, sidewalk, drive pads, handicap ramps) for a 1.68-acre property at the southwest corner of Dee Ann Avenue and Parmelee Street. The commission will also receive updates on city council actions and building permit activity.

• Public hearing: Variance from pedestrian infrastructure standards for 1.68-acre lot at Dee Ann and Parmelee (Case #25-00800001)
• Review of April 2025 building permit activity report
• Update on City Council actions taken

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda of routine items and a discussion item to approve two Enterprise Fleet Management agreements for leasing and maintaining city vehicles, including police units. The discussion item includes a $228,300 budget adjustment from fund 375 for FY25 police vehicles. The consent agenda includes requests for event permits, budget adjustments for summer dances and Route 66 projects, a slate of Lodger's Tax grant recommendations, and resolutions for senior center ICIP, CDBG certifications, and sale of surplus assets.

• Approval of Enterprise Fleet Management agreements for police vehicle leases ($228,300 from fund 375)
• Lodger's Tax Grant recommendations for 9 events (totaling $118,067.39, including WildThing Bullriding $44,250 and Lions Club Rodeo $30,000)
• Budget adjustment for Gallup Summer Indian Dances ($25,350) and Route 66 projects ($20,000)
• Street and parking lot closures for the 75th Annual Gallup Lions Club Rodeo Parade on June 7, 2025
• Approval of FY26 Preventing Alcohol Related Deaths (PARD) grant funds ($2,000,000) and related service agreements

The Gallup City Council approved the FY 2026 preliminary budget and a senior‑center vehicle funding amendment. It also adopted an ordinance for new electric‑vehicle charging rates, approved enterprise fleet agreements, and authorized a Noe Substation maintenance project. Additional approvals included the Lodger's Tax grant recommendations, the NCI Preventing Alcohol Related Deaths agreement, and a professional services contract with SBS Evaluation.

• Approved FY 2026 Preliminary Budget (5-0)
• Approved Resolution R2025-4 for Senior Center vehicle funding (5-0)
• Approved Enterprise Fleet Agreements and budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance C2025-3 amending purchase power cost and adding EV rates (5-0)
• Approved Lodger's Tax Grant Recommendations (3-2)
• Approved NCI Preventing Alcohol Related Deaths Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with SBS Evaluation (5-0)
• Approved Noe Substation Maintenance Project and fund reallocation (5-0)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodgers Tax Committee will discuss and take action on grant applications for eight local events including the Red Rock 100 Desert Race, 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest, and others. The meeting includes introductions and a public hearing on the grant requests.

• Red Rock 100 Desert Race grant application
• 24 Hours in the Enchanted Forest grant application
• Parnall Xtreme Arenacross grant application
• Red Rock Team Roping Classic grant application
• Route 66 Classic Roping grant application

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission is discussing safety requirements, including background checks for coaches and assistants. The body is also reviewing field usage fee increases and spectator behavior rules regarding alcohol. The City Parks Director will provide updates on capital improvements for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Review of field usage fee increases
• Ban on alcohol beverages and personal vehicles in the Sports Complex compound
• Capital improvements for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will review and approve routine cash revenue and circulation reports and meeting minutes. They will also discuss library updates, including identifying alternative sites for a new regional library, board recruitment, and capital campaign planning.

• Approve January, February, and March 2025 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics
• Approve January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Identify alternative locations for the new regional library
• Library updates by staff member Johnson
• Discuss capital campaign planning

City Council

The Gallup City Council will convene a closed session on April 22, 2025, to discuss matters related to pending or threatened litigation involving the city. The session is authorized under the New Mexico Open Meetings Act. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed session to discuss pending or threatened litigation (NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7))

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on consent agenda items including approval of minutes from November and December 2024 and a resolution for third-quarter FY2025 budget adjustments that include temporary cash loans to 10 funds totaling approximately $5.288 million. Discussion items include accepting the FY2024 audit (unmodified opinion, one finding), writing off past-due accounts over four years old, an escrow agreement for remediation of the Alpine Lumber property, a joint resolution allocating $2.335 million in liquor excise tax revenue, and a resolution recognizing Economic Development Week.

• Resolution R2025-5: Q3 FY2025 budget adjustments with temporary cash loans of $5.288 million to 10 funds including $1.875M for Capital Projects Wastewater (304) and $1M for Community Development (291).
• Resolution R2025-3: Accepting FY2024 audit with unmodified opinion and one finding.
• Write-off of past-due accounts over four years old with necessary budget adjustments (list of accounts attached).
• Agreement to transfer approximately $125,500 in escrowed funds to a City agency account for continued remediation of Alpine Lumber property at 2nd Street and Highway 66.
• Resolution R2025-6: Joint resolution with McKinley County distributing $2.335 million in liquor excise tax revenue: $1.285M to City (Gallup Detox Center, substance abuse programs) and $1.05M to County (JSACC, DWI, Four Corners Detox Center).

The Gallup City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda items, accepted the FY 2024 audit, authorized write‑offs of $29,889.72 in past‑due accounts, adopted a new escrow agreement for $125,500 in Alpine Lumber property funds, and adopted a joint resolution allocating $2.335 M of liquor excise tax revenue for city and county programs. The council also approved a resolution designating May 12‑16 as IEDC Economic Development Week. All motions passed with every member voting yes.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (minutes from Nov 26 2024 & Dec 10 2024) – unanimous yes
• Approved Resolution No. R2025‑3, accepting the FY 2024 audit – unanimous yes
• Approved write‑offs of past‑due accounts totaling $29,889.72 with budget adjustment – unanimous yes
• Approved Agreement Regarding Escrow and Escrowed Funds for Alpine Lumber property ($125,500) – unanimous yes
• Approved Resolution No. R2025‑6, joint allocation of $2.335 M liquor excise tax revenue – unanimous yes
• Approved Resolution No. R2025‑7, designating May 12‑16 as IEDC Economic Development Week – unanimous yes
• Adjourned meeting – unanimous yes

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Board of Commissioners will receive reports on financial, maintenance, and housing management operations. The meeting includes updates on bid processes for a new truck, an accountant, and painting for Romero Development.

• Wage and Salary study report
• Fee Accountant bid process
• New Truck bid process
• Romero Development paint bid process
• Homeownership Project update

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on the agenda, minutes, and monthly financial report, then discuss updates on several downtown projects. Key items include the Lighted Streetliner project's pole placement west of Coal and 5th Street, a one-block east and west extension of Coal Avenue Commons, and the status of the Lexington Hotel and former Lowe's Plaza property. The board also notes the approval of a Doghouse Media event on August 2, 2025, and a $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street for the Levitt AMP concert series.

• Doghouse Media "Rhythm & Rides Rt 66 Fiesta" event approved by City Council for August 2, 2025 in Courthouse Plaza
• BID approved $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series match
• Sign grant and facade application approved for Kestrel Leather at 221 West Rt.66
• Plan for rehab of residential buildings near 1st and Hill Streets under Housing Initiative
• Engineering drawings for Lighted Streetliner project received from DiPauli Engineering, under review by Dynamic Signs

The board approved the amended March minutes and the monthly financial report. It also approved a $2,500 marketing reimbursement grant for the Levitt AMP Music Concert Series and approved sign and façade grants for Kestrel Leather at 221 West Rt. 66. No other voting items were recorded.

• Approved amended March minutes (all members voted yes)
• Approved monthly financial report (all members voted yes)
• Approved $2,500 grant for Levitt AMP concert series (all members voted yes)
• Approved sign and façade grant for Kestrel Leather, 221 West Rt. 66 (all members voted yes)

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026, presented by City Manager Frank Chiapetti. The budget includes revenue projections from gross receipts taxes (estimated at $17 million), property taxes ($2.75 million), and various service fees. No formal votes will be taken; this is a discussion session.

• Proposed FY2026 budget discussion led by City Manager Frank Chiapetti
• Gross receipts tax revenue estimated at $17 million for the general fund
• Property tax revenue projected at $2.75 million for current year
• Building permit fees expected at $100,000
• Animal pound fees projected at $7,000

Council members reviewed FY 2026 budget proposals but took no action on them. After discussion, Councilor Schaaf moved to adjourn, which Councilor Garcia seconded. The motion passed with all four members voting yes.

• Adjourned work session (4-0)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to amend the city's cannabis regulations to cap the number of cannabis businesses (Case #25-00900002). The commission will also receive a building permit activity report and a summary of recent City Council actions. The cannabis regulation amendment is scheduled to go before the City Council on April 22, 2025.

• Public hearing on amending Title 10 'Land Development Standards' to regulate the maximum number of cannabis businesses (Case #25-00900002, requested by Corey Rivas)
• Review of March 2025 Building Permit Activity Report
• Review of City Council Actions taken since last meeting

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hold a work session to review the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026, as presented by City Manager Frank Chiapetti. The agenda includes a detailed revenue breakdown with actuals from prior years and projected amounts for FY2025 and FY2026. No public hearings or voting actions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Proposed FY2026 budget review with revenue projections for taxes, licenses, fees, and charges for services

The council held a work session to review the proposed FY 2026 budget. No votes or approvals were made on any budget items. The meeting concluded with a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Adjourned work session (unanimous)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority will consider an out-of-state travel request for two animal protection employees for June 2025. The board will also receive a quarterly financial report and vote on appointing Jill Draven to the board. The meeting begins with approval of the January 14th minutes.

• Out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Employees for June 2025
• Quarterly Financial Report presented by Interim Director Tiffany Hubbard
• Appointment of Jill Draven to GMCAC Board
• Approval of January 14th Meeting Minutes

The Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority board approved the meeting minutes. The board also approved compliance with the Open Meetings Act. A motion to approve out‑of‑state travel was approved. Quarterly financial and 2024 statistics were presented as informational items with no action required.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Palomo, seconded by Tolson)
• Approved Open Meetings Act compliance (motion by Palomo, seconded by Tolson)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel request (motion by Palomo, seconded by Tolson)
• Quarterly Financial Report presented – no action required
• January‑December 2024 Statistics presented – no action required

City Council

The Council will consider several action items including amendments to the Lodger's Tax Ordinance (Ordinance C2025-2), approval of a $15,000 grant for senior meals, and the sale of a 1-acre city-owned parcel on Pinehaven Road for $12,500. Also on the agenda are requests for street closures for a championship parade, the Rhythm & Rides Route 66 Fiesta, and the Levitt AMP music series. A presentation on drought conditions ahead of the July 4 fireworks season will be given.

• Ordinance C2025-2 amending the Lodger's Tax Ordinance for clarification and dispute resolution
• Sale of 1-acre city-owned land on Pinehaven Road for $12,500
• Approval of $15,000 FY25 New Mexico Grown Mini Grant for senior meal program
• Street closure request for Gallup High School Lady Bengals championship parade on April 11
• Street and parking lot closures for Rhythm & Rides Route 66 Fiesta on August 2

The Gallup City Council approved six actions. Street closures were authorized for a high school parade, the Rhythm & Rides Route 66 Fiesta, and the Levitt Amp Gallup Music Series. The council also approved a $15,000 senior center mini‑grant, the sale of a 1‑acre Pinehaven parcel for $12,500, and Ordinance No. C2025-2 to amend the city code.

• Approved street closures for Gallup High School parade (April 11)
• Approved street and parking lot closures for Rhythm & Rides Route 66 Fiesta (Aug 2), excluding artisans market
• Approved parking lot closures for 2025 Levitt Amp Gallup Music Series
• Approved Gallup Senior Center FY25 New Mexico Grown Mini Grant – $15,000
• Approved sale of 1‑acre Pinehaven land for $12,500
• Approved Ordinance No. C2025-2 amending city code

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the FY 2026-2035 Community Improvement Plan and related recommendations. City Manager Frank Chiapetti will lead the presentation.

• FY 2026-2035 Community Improvement Plan and Recommendations

The Gallup City Council met in a work session to review the FY 2026‑2035 Community Improvement Plan presented by the City Manager and staff. Council members discussed the plan and answered questions, but no official actions or votes were taken. The session adjourned at 2:30 p.m.

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission is meeting to discuss safety protocols, including background checks for coaches and spectator behavior. The body will also review field usage fee increases and capital improvements for city facilities.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Review of field usage fee increases
• Capital improvements for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• Ban on personal vehicles within the Sports Complex compound
• Prohibition of alcoholic beverages at events

City Council

The Gallup City Council will hear a legislative update and a presentation on the I-40 interchange study, then vote on three budget adjustments: $52,866 to restore the HR Director position, $19,100 for a new administrative assistant, and $45,000 for wastewater legal services. The wastewater adjustment would reduce cash reserves below 180 days.

• Budget adjustment of $52,866 from general fund reserves to restore the HR Director position
• New FTE Administrative Assistant with a $19,100 budget adjustment from general fund reserves
• Budget adjustment of $45,000 for ongoing legal services in the Wastewater Department, previously tabled on 2/25/25
• Presentation on the Gallup East/West I-40 Interchange Study analyzing exits 16 and 26, with no construction funds identified

The City Council voted to restore the Human Resources Director position with a $52,866 budget adjustment. It also approved a new full‑time Administrative Assistant position with a $19,100 adjustment. Finally, a $45,000 adjustment for ongoing legal services in the Wastewater Department was approved. All motions passed with every member voting yes.

• Approved $52,866 budget adjustment to restore HR Director position (unanimous)
• Approved $19,100 budget adjustment for new Administrative Assistant FTE (unanimous)
• Approved $45,000 budget adjustment for Wastewater legal services (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (unanimous)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Board of Commissioners will review the final 2024 audit and various management reports. The body is deciding on the procurement of a fee accountant and IT services for cyber security. They will also consider the write-off of delinquent former tenant accounts.

• Resolution 03-21-25-A: Request for Proposals for Fee Accountant
• Resolution 03-21-25-B: Sole source procurement for expanded IT cyber security services
• Resolution 03-21-25-C: Write-off of delinquent former tenant accounts
• Presentation of Final 2024 Audit

Business Improvement District

The Gallup BID Board will vote on a $1,500 reimbursement grant request from the Lion's Club for a June 7 downtown event. Discussions include updates on the Lexington Hotel, former Lowe's Plaza, the Lighted Streetliner project, and Coal Avenue Commons expansion. The agenda also includes a report on activities from November–December 2024.

• Vote on Lion's Club 'Event by Others' marketing reimbursement grant for $1,500
• Discussion: Lexington Hotel status update from City of Gallup
• Discussion: Former Lowe's Plaza property update
• Discussion: Lighted Streetliner project engineering drawings from DiPauli Engineering
• Discussion: Sammy C's Sports Bar closure and availability for sale or lease

The Gallup BID Board voted to approve a $1,500 reimbursement grant for a Lions Club event scheduled for June 7, 2025. All six members present voted yes. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, monthly financial report, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 Lions Club event marketing grant (unanimous)
• Approved sign grant and facade applications for Kestrel Leather at 221 West Rt.66 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for 2024/2025 concert series (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn approved (unanimous)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board will approve minutes from January, review its strategic plan, and discuss the upcoming Trees Give-Away Event scheduled for April 26. Members will also promote youth clean-up challenges and receive updates on NMCB grants for FY25 and FY26. Open discussion on future events and partnerships is included.

• Approval of January 16, 2025 meeting minutes (action item)
• Trees Give-Away Event on April 26, 2025 at 10am, including tree planting and education class
• Update on NMCB FY26 and FY25 grants
• Review of KGCB Strategic Plan for updates
• Promotion of Youth Clean-Up challenges and Great American Clean-Up

The board unanimously approved the January 16, 2024 meeting minutes. The meeting was then adjourned with all members in favor. The board also approved rescheduling the next KGCB meeting to Thursday, June 26, 2025.

• Approved Jan 16, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)
• Set next KGCB meeting for June 26, 2025 (approved)

Planning and Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a rezoning request for 2.5 acres near Gallup High School, a final plat for the Lewis Subdivision (11 lots, 27 acres), and an annual resolution on meeting notice requirements. Informational items include city council actions, commissioner attendance, and building permit activity reports. The rezoning would change the land from Rural Holding to Single-Family Residential Type C.

• Rezoning of 2.52019 acres from Rural Holding Zone (RHZ) to Single-Family Residential Type C (SFR-C), south of Rollie Road and east of Gallup High School (Case #25-00600001)
• Final plat approval for Lewis Subdivision: 11 lots on 27.3346 acres, south of Gallup, west of NM 602, along Cipriano Avenue (Case #24-00300005)
• Annual Open Meetings Act resolution (RP2025-1) to review public notice of meetings
• Building permit activity reports: December 2024, January & February 2025, plus five-year comparison (2020-2024)
• P&Z Commissioner Attendance report for 2024

City Council

The Gallup City Council is holding a closed session on March 11, 2025, to discuss pending litigation and limited personnel matters related to employee licensure. No open-session public business or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of pending and threatened litigation (NMSA 10-15-1(H)(7))
• Limited personnel matters concerning employee licensure (NMSA 10-15-1(H)(2))

City Council

The City Council will discuss several budget adjustments, including funding for a wastewater treatment plant capacity study. The body is also reviewing amendments to the Lodger's Tax Ordinance and grant recommendations for local events.

• Budget transfer of $175,000 for Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity Study (Project No. JU2516)
• Proposed $100,000 budget adjustment for vehicle maintenance
• Lodger's Tax grant recommendations: $20,000 for Kicker Monster Truck Show and $22,806.33 for Friday Night Rides
• Proposed $200,000 in management fees to McKinley County for Red Rock Park
• Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) grant award of $213,128

The Gallup City Council approved a $175,000 budget transfer for a wastewater treatment plant capacity study, additional vehicle maintenance funds, a $25,000 court budget adjustment, a library equipment transfer, a $213,128 Youth Conservation Corps grant, and six tiny art projects. The council tabled the Lodger's Tax Policy Amendments for further research, and approved two Lodger's Tax grants totaling $42,806.33. The council also approved an updated Joint Powers Agreement with McKinley County for Red Rock Park management, contingent on receiving financial reports.

• Approved $175,000 budget transfer for WWTP Capacity Study (5-0)
• Approved additional funds for Vehicles Maintenance Account (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget adjustment for 201 Account (5-0)
• Approved $4,703.20 transfer for library blue blocks (5-0)
• Approved YCC Grant Award of $213,128 and budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved tiny art projects with snake replacement (5-0)
• Tabled Lodger's Tax Policy Amendments (4-1)
• Approved Lodger's Tax grants: Kicker Monster Truck Show $20,000 and Friday Night Rides $22,806.33 (5-0 each)

City Council

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session at Red Rock Park, including a facility tour and an update on proposed park improvements. No official action will be taken at this session.

• Joint work session with McKinley County Board of Commissioners
• Tour of facilities at Red Rock Park, 5757 Red Rock Park Drive
• Update on proposed park improvements

The Gallup City Council and McKinley County Board of Commissioners held a joint work session to review progress on Red Rock Park improvements, including a presentation by RMKM Architecture and a tour of completed work. No formal action was taken by either body during the session.

• No formal action taken during work session

Gallup Sports Commission

The Sports Commission is discussing safety enforcement, including background checks for coaches and prohibitions on alcohol and personal vehicles in the sports complex compound. The body is also reviewing potential increases to field usage fees.

• Requirement for background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Review of field usage fee increases
• Enforcement of alcohol prohibitions and spectator behavior
• Prohibition of personal vehicles in the sports complex compound
• Capital improvement updates for Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3

City Council

The City Council will discuss several budget adjustments for infrastructure, legal services, and tourism. The body is also considering the sale of vacant land for housing and the acceptance of a state grant for the Boys & Girls Club.

• Proposed $135,000 for repairs to the Old First Financial Building
• Proposed $60,000 budget adjustment to hire a Deputy Attorney
• Sale of vacant lots at the north end of Sunshine Canyon to GHA for $25,000
• Acceptance of a $10,000 DFA grant for Boys & Girls Club doors and cameras
• Budget adjustment of $48,514 for Route 66 murals, signage, and banners

The Gallup City Council approved a $28,514 budget adjustment for Route 66 projects plus $20,000 for murals, approved $135,000 for repairs to the old First Financial Building, approved hiring a deputy city attorney, accepted a $10,000 grant for the Boys and Girls Club, and approved street and parking lot closures for parades and car events. Two items were deferred: the sale of vacant lots to the Gallup Housing Authority and a $45,000 wastewater legal services budget adjustment. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Councilor Piano absent.

• Approved Route 66 grant budget adjustment of $28,514 plus $20,000 for murals (4-0)
• Approved $135,000 for repairs/renovation of old First Financial Building (4-0)
• Approved budget and hire of Deputy City Attorney (4-0)
• Deferred sale of vacant lots to Gallup Housing Authority for $25,000 (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 grant for Boys and Girls Club security upgrades (4-0)
• Deferred $45,000 budget adjustment for wastewater legal services (4-0)
• Approved street closures for Memorial Day and Veterans Day parades (4-0)
• Approved parking lot closures for Friday Night Rides events (4-0)

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will discuss and vote on two resolutions: disposing of two vehicles and approving an invitation for bid for a parking replacement project at 206 Marce. Reports on finances, maintenance, housing management, and the Homeownership Project will also be presented. The board will also introduce a new member and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution 02-21-25-A: Disposal of two vehicles
• Resolution 02-21-25-B: Invitation for Bid – Parking Replacement Project at 206 Marce
• Financial reports and maintenance management reports
• Housing management update (Public Housing and HCV)
• Homeownership Project update

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board will vote on a facade grant reimbursement of $3,845.60 to 208 Hwy 66 for front security gates. Discussions include updates on the Lexington Hotel, former Lowe's Plaza, Coal Avenue Commons extension, and the closure of Sammy C's Sports Bar. The board will also hear updates on the Lighted Streetliner project and the Gallup Metropolitan Redevelopment Plan.

• Motion to approve $3,845.60 Facade Grant reimbursement for security gates at 208 Hwy 66
• Update on Lexington Hotel status by City of Gallup
• Update on former Lowe's Plaza property by City of Gallup
• Coal Avenue Commons 2025 planning – extension one block west and east
• Sammy C's Sports Bar and Restaurant closed; available for sale or lease

The Gallup Business Improvement District Board approved a facade grant reimbursement of $3,845.60 to the property at 208 Hwy 66 for front security gates, as previously discussed in December 2024. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, and monthly financial report. No other formal votes were taken; remaining items were updates and discussions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous)
• Approved $3,845.60 facade grant reimbursement for 208 Hwy 66 (unanimous)

Lodgers Tax Committee

The Lodgers Tax Committee will discuss and vote on two grant applications: $25,952.58 for Friday Night Rides (April-October 2025) and $20,000 for a Kicker Monster Truck Show (July 18-19, 2025). The committee will also update lodging tax ordinances and grant program guidelines. No meeting minutes were approved because the December meeting lacked a quorum.

• Friday Night Rides April-October 2025 grant request: $25,952.58
• Kicker Monster Truck Show July 18-19, 2025 grant request: $20,000
• Discussion and action on Lodger's Tax Grant Applications
• Updates to Lodger's Tax/Convention Center Fee Ordinances
• Lodger's Tax Grant Program Guidelines update

City Council

The City Council will consider four budget and contract actions: two budget adjustments, an award of maintenance and repair services for Noe Substation, and an award of a steel package for the new Sunshine Substation. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.

• Award of $347,879 steel package to McKinley Sales Company for the new Sunshine Substation (BID 2025-ITB-002)
• Award of $270,250 maintenance and repair contract to RMS Energy for Noe Substation (RFP 2025-RFP-006)
• Budget adjustment of $41,000 for the Electric Department's Transformer Account to cover transformer replacements
• Budget adjustment of $9,240 from operating cash into Project JU1510 to cover a final vendor payment for a substation relay upgrade

The Gallup City Council approved multiple budget adjustments and contract awards, including a $270,250 maintenance contract for the Noe Substation and a $376,341.70 steel package for the new Sunshine Substation. All votes were unanimous except for the appointment of Maryann Ustick to the Housing Authority Board, which passed 4-1. The council also approved several budget adjustments for electric and water projects.

• Approved $9,240 budget adjustment for Project JU1510 final vendor payment (5-0)
• Approved $41,000 budget adjustment for transformer account (5-0)
• Awarded RFP No. 2025-RFP-006 for Noe Substation maintenance to Gorman Co. (RMS) Energy for $270,250 (5-0)
• Awarded Sunshine Substation steel package to McKinley Sales for $376,341.70 (5-0)
• Awarded protection and control panels for Sunshine Substation to McKinley Sales for $182,972.82 (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 budget adjustment for Navajo Gallup Water Supply Project (5-0)
• Approved $152,280 budget adjustment for internal loan payment (5-0)
• Appointed Maryann Ustick to Gallup Housing Authority Board (4-1)

Liquor Excise Tax Allocation Task Force

This is a procedural public notice for a regular meeting of the McKinley County Board of Commissioners and the City of Gallup JPA Liquor Excise Tax Allocation Committee. The source document contains only meeting logistics (date, time, location) and no substantive agenda items for discussion or decision.

• No specific agenda items provided in the notice; only procedural boilerplate.

Gallup Sports Commission

The Gallup Sports Commission will discuss increasing field usage fees and requiring background checks for all coaches and assistants. Reports from leagues and committees will cover youth basketball, baseball, soccer, and adult sports. The commission will also review safety and enforcement of alcohol bans and spectator behavior.

• Field usage fees increase proposed
• Require background checks for all coaches and assistants
• Spectator behavior enforcement and alcohol ban
• Field and facility capital improvements at Indian Hills Park and Sports Complex Field No. 3
• No personal vehicles allowed in Sports Complex compound

City Council

The Gallup City Council will consider approving Resolution R2025-2, which includes second-quarter FY2025 budget adjustments, a report of actuals, and temporary cash loans totaling over $4.5 million to cover negative cash balances in funds such as Community Development ($1,000,000) and Capital Projects Wastewater ($1,875,000). Other action items include a $17,000 budget adjustment to replace an industrial washer at NCI, and additional funds of $14,000 for a street sweeper and $25,000 for an animal control truck. The council will also reappoint Patty Holland to the New Mexico Municipal Energy Acquisition Authority and receive the Business Improvement District annual report.

• Approval of $17,000 budget adjustment to replace an industrial washer machine at NCI
• Request for $14,000 from fund balance 375 for a street sweeper purchase
• Request for $25,000 from fund balance 101 for an animal control truck purchase
• Resolution R2025-2 authorizing temporary cash transfers to 10 funds, including $1,000,000 for Community Development and $1,875,000 for Capital Projects Wastewater
• Reappointment of Patty Holland to the New Mexico Municipal Energy Acquisition Authority

The Gallup City Council approved a budget adjustment for a capital purchase at NCI, additional funds for vehicle purchases including a street sweeper and Animal Control truck, Resolution R2025-2 for 2nd Quarter FY 2025 budget adjustments, and the reappointment of Patty Holland to the New Mexico Municipal Energy Acquisition Authority. All votes were unanimous. The council also heard updates from RMCHCS and the Business Improvement District, but took no action on those items.

• Approved budget adjustment for NCI washing machine purchase (unanimous)
• Approved additional funds for street sweeper and Animal Control truck purchases (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R2025-2, 2nd Quarter FY 2025 budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Patty Holland to NM Municipal Energy Acquisition Authority (unanimous)

Library Advisory Board

The Library Advisory Board will hold its monthly meeting, with actions including approval of cash revenue reports and meeting minutes, election of officers, and finalizing the meeting schedule. Discussions will cover library updates, board terms, expanding board membership, and capital campaign planning. The public can attend in person or via Zoom.

• Election of officers (action)
• Capital campaign planning (information/discussion/possible action)
• Summer Reading 2025 presentation
• Approve October–December 2024 Library Cash Revenues Report and Circulation Statistics (action)
• Expanding the Board (information/discussion)

Business Improvement District

The Gallup Business Improvement District, Inc. will conduct its Annual BID District Informational Meeting. The meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024, at 10 AM at the Gallup El Morro Event Center.

Gallup Housing Authority Board

The Gallup Housing Authority Board will review and vote on awarding a window replacement contract for multiple houses in the Marce and Romero housing developments to the lowest bidder, and authorize the executive director to negotiate the contract. The board will also discuss a board vacancy, approve the 2025 Open Meetings Act, and receive financial, maintenance, and housing management reports.

• Review and approval of award letter for window replacements at Marce and Romero housing developments
• Authorization for executive director to negotiate contract with the low bidder
• Discussion of board vacancy update
• Review and approval of Open Meetings Act for calendar year 2025

Business Improvement District

The Business Improvement District Board will meet to approve financial reports and memorialize the Executive Director's renewal and salary. The board will also discuss downtown development concepts, the Lexington Hotel status, and the Coal Avenue Commons 2025 planning.

• Memorialization of May 16, 2024 Executive Director renewal and salary
• Discussion of downtown development concepts and renderings by Dekker, Perrich, Sabatini
• Review of $2,500 grant to Gallup Main Street Arts & Cultural District for Levitt AMP Music Concert Series
• Status update on the former Lowe’s Plaza property and Lexington Hotel
• Planning for the extension of Coal Avenue Commons one block west and one block east

The Gallup BID Board approved the renewal of Executive Director Francis Bee's one-year contract and a salary increase to $57,520.23 annually. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, and monthly financial report. Discussion items included updates on the Lexington Hotel, former Lowe's Plaza property, and the Lighted Streetliner project, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes (unanimous)
• Approved monthly financial report (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director Francis Bee's one-year renewal and salary increase to $57,520.23 (unanimous)

Keep Gallup Clean and Beautiful Board

The board will review updates to its strategic plan and the FY25 NMCB Grant. Discussions include youth empowerment clean-ups and tree types for a future giveaway and training event.

• Approval of December 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• KGCB Strategic Plan update
• FY25 NMCB Grant Youth Empowerment Clean-Ups
• Tree types for future giveaway and training event
• NMCB FY25 Grant update and clean-up promotions

The Keep Gallup Clean & Beautiful Board approved the October 2024 meeting minutes and discussed plans for a free tree giveaway event scheduled for April 24, 2025. The board agreed that recipients must complete a tree-planting education class, and members offered storage space for the trees. No formal votes were taken on the tree giveaway details.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed FY25 NMCB grant tree giveaway, with trees to be delivered April 24, 2025
• Agreed tree recipients must complete a tree-planting education class
• Members offered storage for trees (Tammy's greenhouse, Bill's sun room)
• Discussed adding Austrian Pine and Chaste Trees to giveaway list

City Council

The Gallup City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes budget adjustments totaling over $8.5 million, an appointment to the Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Board, and approval of the annual Open Meetings Act notice resolution. The largest item is a $7,750,601 transfer of unspent general fund money to vehicle replacement and building renewal funds. Other items include a $725,962 budget adjustment for insurance payments to the New Mexico Self-Insured Fund and acceptance of a $52,870 NM Department of Transportation grant for police traffic safety programs.

• Budget adjustment transferring $7,750,601 from general fund to vehicle replacement and building renewal funds
• Budget adjustment of $725,962 to cover insurance premium shortfall for the New Mexico Self-Insured Fund
• Acceptance of $52,870 NM DOT grant for police traffic safety programs (DWI, seatbelt, speed enforcement)
• Appointment of Jill Draven to the Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Board
• Approval of Resolution R2025-1 setting annual meeting notice procedures under the Open Meetings Act

The Gallup City Council approved a solid waste rate increase ordinance, raising charges by 14% in 30 days and again in each of the next two fiscal years. The council also approved a $230,000 budget adjustment for synthetic turf at the Gallup Sports Complex, a 5% discount on RMCH's past-due utilities if paid by February 2025, and a $9.5 million Bureau of Reclamation grant for a new water well. All votes were unanimous except the RMCH discount, which passed 4-1 with the mayor voting no.

• Approved Ordinance C2025-1 increasing solid waste rates 14% now and again in FY2026 and FY2027 (5-0)
• Approved $230,000 budget adjustment for synthetic turf on field 3 at Gallup Sports Complex (5-0)
• Approved 5% discount on RMCH past-due utilities if paid by February 2025 (4-1, Mayor no)
• Approved $9.5M BOR grant and budget adjustment for water supply well (5-0)
• Approved $3M budget adjustment for wastewater treatment plant repairs per NMED grant (5-0)
• Approved internal loan from Electric and General Funds to Wastewater for Northside Sewer Line (5-0)
• Approved Broydrick and Associates contract and budget adjustment (5-0)
• Approved both lodger's tax grants for gallupARTS and Friends of Hubbell (5-0)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup-McKinley County Animal Control Authority will review the quarterly financial report and animal control statistics from January to December 2024. The body will also consider a travel request for two employees and a resolution regarding the Open Meetings Act.

• Annual Open Meetings Act, Resolution #RA 2025-01
• Quarterly Financial Report
• Animal Control Statistics (January 2024 to December 2024)
• Out-of-state travel request for two Animal Protection Employees in April 2025
• Informational item regarding Animal Control Department's removal from Planning and Zoning Department

The Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority met on January 14, 2025, and approved the January 7 minutes, the annual Open Meetings Act, and an out-of-state travel request. The quarterly financial report and 2024 statistics were informational only, with no action required. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved January 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved annual Open Meetings Act (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel request (unanimous)

Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority

The Gallup McKinley County Animal Control Authority will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 fiscal budget. No decisions are expected as this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Work session on the 2026 fiscal budget