Lea County public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding compliance with federal abortion laws. The body is also deciding on several road improvement projects and the 2023 salaries for elected officials.
- Appropriation of $10,000,000.00 for College Lane improvement and reconstruction with the City of Hobbs
- Proposed Ordinance No. 99 requiring compliance with federal abortion laws
- Agreement with City of Lovington and task order with Constructors, Inc. for Avenue K improvements
- Bids for Landfill Roadway Drainage, Sanger Landfill Road Intersection Re-Design, and Wyoming Avenue Project
- Approval of elected officials' salaries effective January 1, 2023
The Board approved a $10 million agreement with the City of Hobbs for road improvements and adopted an ordinance requiring compliance with federal abortion laws. The commission also approved several road bids, budget adjustments, and a grant modification for drug trafficking enforcement.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 99 requiring compliance with federal abortion laws (5-0)
- Approved $10,000,000 for College Lane improvement and reconstruction (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 22-DEC-272R for HIDTA Region VI grant modification (5-0)
- Approved agreement with City of Lovington for Avenue K improvements (5-0)
- Approved task order with Constructors, Inc. for Avenue K improvements (5-0)
- Awarded bids for Landfill Roadway Drainage, Sanger Landfill Road Intersection, and Wyoming Avenue Project (5-0)
- Approved salaries for elected officials effective January 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Approved Budget Adjustments No. 3 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (5-0)
Board of County Commissioners
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The Board of County Commissioners convened as the Lea County Canvassing Board to certify the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election. The board approved Resolution No. 22-NOV-261R following public comments.
- Approved Resolution No. 22-NOV-261R certifying the November 8, 2022 General Election canvass (5-0)
Board of County Commissioners
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The Board approved budget adjustments for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 and awarded professional engineering and surveying service contracts to multiple vendors. The Commission also approved several alley and street vacations and authorized out-of-state travel for emergency personnel.
- Approved Budget Adjustments No. 2 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (4-0)
- Awarded Professional Engineering Services Proposal No. 04 to multiple vendors (4-0)
- Awarded Professional Surveying Services Proposal No. 05 to multiple vendors (3-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved publication of notice to adopt an ordinance for County Right-of-Way rules (4-0)
- Approved vacation of dedicated alley in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Block 3 (4-0)
- Approved vacation of dedicated alley and street in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Blocks 12 and 21 (4-0)
- Approved vacation of dedicated alley in Camino Del Norte Subdivision, Block 12 (4-0)
- Authorized travel to Dallas/Fort Worth for four firefighter/emergency personnel (4-0)
Board of County Commissioners
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The Board approved contracts for the 2023 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo and authorized the publication of a notice to adopt an ordinance regarding federal abortion laws. Additionally, the board appointed three freeholders committees to evaluate the vacation of various alleys and streets.
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved 2023 meeting dates for Calendar Year 2023 (5-0)
- Awarded 2023 Fair and Rodeo amusement contract to Wright’s Outdoor Amusement Company (5-0)
- Awarded 2023 Fair and Rodeo stock contractor contract to Pete Carr, Carr Pro Rodeo, Ltd. (5-0)
- Authorized out-of-state travel to Las Vegas for two Fair and Rodeo Board members (5-0)
- Approved publication of notice to adopt ordinance requiring compliance with federal abortion laws (5-0)
- Appointed Freeholders Committee for alley vacation in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision, Block 3 (5-0)
- Appointed Freeholders Committees for alley/street vacations in Payton Addition (Blocks 12, 21) and Camino Del Norte Subdivision (Block 12) (5-0)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is deciding on several discretionary funding appropriations for the cities of Lovington and Hobbs. The body will also consider contracts for the 2023 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo and multiple road construction task orders.
- Appropriations including $250,000 for spay and neuter programs in Hobbs and $250,000 for spay and neuter programs in Lovington
- Appropriations of $190,000 for a Lovington fire pump truck and $100,000 for Lovington athletic field improvements
- Task orders with Constructors Inc. for roadways in Anthony Road, Horizon Estates, Howry, Oak Grove, Wiggins, and Chavez Lovington Addition No. 2
- Contracts for 2023 Fair and Rodeo services including Epicenter Productions, LLC and Linda Brown and Associates
- Proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 86 regarding the use of County Right-Of-Way
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for a fire truck and the removal of a public menace building in Tatum. The body will also discuss the Event Center Master Plan and various travel authorizations for officials. Personnel matters and real property acquisitions are scheduled for executive session.
- Resolution 22-OCT-208R: $209,946 appropriation to the Town of Tatum for a Small Brush Fire Truck
- Resolution 22-OCT-215R: Finding building at 38 West US Highway 380, Tatum to be a Menace to the Public
- Resolution 22-OCT-214R: Awarding RFP #01 2022-2023 for as-needed uniforms for Lea County Sheriff’s Office
- Discussion of the Lea County Event Center Master Plan
- Discussion of the implementation of the Caselle Government Accounting System
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions, including a land exchange agreement and out-of-state travel for emergency and communication officials. The body will also discuss public art, community engagement, and the Event Center Master Plan.
- Resolution No. 22-SEP-204R: Agreement for land exchange between Lea County and Hobbs Country Club
- Resolution No. 22-SEP-205R: Out-of-state travel to San Antonio, Texas (Oct 10-13, 2022) for equipment training
- Resolution No. 22-SEP-206R: Fiscal Year 2022-2023 1st Quarter payment for Safety Net Care Pool Fund
- Resolution No. 22-SEP-203R: Meeting dates for Calendar Year 2023
- Executive session regarding employment agreements and litigation involving the Lea County Detention Center
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding airport infrastructure and property tax rates. The meeting includes decisions on grant agreements, construction bids, and budget adjustments for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
- Resolution 22-SEP-194R: Imposing 2022 State of New Mexico Property Tax Rates
- Runway 3 Extension and Instrument Landing System Improvements Project grant agreements and construction bid for Constructors Inc
- Task Order with Molzen Corbin for construction observation and testing
- Resolution 22-SEP-199R: Purchase of one 2022 one-ton pickup from Permian GM
- Resolution 22-SEP-200R: Budget Adjustments No. 01 for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several discretionary funding requests for schools, air service, and parks. The body is also considering the Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan for 2024–2028 and various road and airport agreements.
- Appropriations for Hobbs Municipal Schools special needs facilities ($125,000 from District 3 and $125,000 from District 4)
- Appropriations for City of Hobbs commercial air service subsidy ($300,000) and Charlie Brown Park improvements ($75,000)
- Appropriation for City of Eunice fire apparatus purchase ($85,000)
- Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP) for Fiscal Year 2024–2028
- FAA grant applications for Runway 3 extension and ILS improvements at Lea County Regional Airport
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the final budget for Fiscal Year 2022–2023 and approve the final quarter financial report for the previous year. The body will also review several professional service agreements and property removals. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property acquisition in Northern Lea County.
- Adoption of Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Final Budget
- Designating buildings at 2003 East Linda Lane and 4003 East Marland Lane in Hobbs as public menaces requiring removal
- Agreement with Dekker, Perich, Sabatini for the Lea County Event Center Master Plan
- Agreement with Superior Security Services, LLC for the 2022 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo
- Appointment of a Freeholders Committee to evaluate vacation of alleys and streets in Humble City, Unit 1
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Lea County Canvassing Board. The body will consider a resolution to certify the canvass of the June 7, 2022 Primary Election.
- Resolution No. 22-JUN-146R certifying the June 7, 2022 Primary Election canvass
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding county infrastructure, including airport and roadway projects. The body is also considering an extension of the emergency declaration for fire conditions and the appointment of a committee to evaluate an alley vacation in the Monument Subdivision.
- Extension of emergency declaration due to fire conditions (Resolution No. 22-JUN-141R)
- Task order with Bixby Electric for generator and UPS project at Lea County Regional Airport
- Engineering and surveying task orders with The Ross Group and John West Engineering for Teague Switch Roadway
- Software as a Service agreement with Tyler Technologies for records management
- Appointment of a Freeholders Committee for alley vacation in Payton Addition, Monument Subdivision
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review the preliminary budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. The meeting includes decisions on several million dollars in American Rescue Plan Act funding and various county service contracts.
- Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023
- Increase of American Rescue Plan Act funding to $8,224,216.00 for Lea County Detention Center improvements
- Allocation of $5,554,647.00 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for Teague Switch Roadway Improvement Project
- $200,000.00 appropriation from District 2 Discretionary Funding to the City of Lovington
- Adoption of procedures for accepting payments via credit card, debit card, or electronic means
DWI Advisory Council
The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and legal notice for a regular meeting. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions including a fire emergency declaration and a preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2022–2023. The body is also deciding on contracts for legal services and detention center upgrades.
- Resolution No. 22-MAY-112R declaring an emergency due to fire conditions
- Resolution No. 22-MAY-115R awarding detention center COVID-19 mitigation upgrades to Lasco
- Resolution No. 22-MAY-109R regarding commercial air service/airline subsidy agreement with the City of Hobbs
- Resolution No. 22-MAY-106R approving the Equipment Recording Fee in the County Clerk’s Department
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Preliminary Budget
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions regarding infrastructure projects, board appointments, and contract awards. The meeting includes discussions on the upcoming fiscal year budget, county financial reports, and local fire activity.
- Right-of-way permit for Windstream Communications to install a 140 foot monopole on Alabama Street
- Task order with Constructors Inc. to widen and overlay 3.0 miles of Battle Axe Road
- Renewal of surface treatment agreements with Constructors, Inc and J&H Services
- Block length variance request in the Torres Subdivision
- Funding for NMSU Extension Office, Lea Soil & Water Conservation District, and USDA APHIS-WS
Solid Waste Authority
The Lea County Solid Waste Authority is meeting to review financial reports and the proposed budget for 2022/2023. The body will also discuss updates regarding the landfill and the design plans for Cell 6.
- Approval of the Proposed 2022/2023 Financial Budget
- Approval of the Landfill Financial Report
- Update on the plans for Cell 6 Design
- Landfill update
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for municipal improvements and the appointment of a public records custodian. The body will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 budget and legislative redistricting.
- Resolution 22-APR-088R: $200,000 appropriation from District 5 Discretionary Funding to the City of Jal for Municipal Infrastructure Improvements
- Resolution 22-APR-089R: Appointing Monica Russell as a Custodian of Public Records
- Resolution 22-APR-090R: Approving a Health and Fitness Incentive Program at the Lea County Sheriff’s Office
- Resolution 22-APR-091R: Appointing a Freeholders Committee to evaluate the vacation of alleys and streets in Humble City
- Discussion of the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 Budget
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the 2022-2023 budget and a county economic analysis. The body is deciding on several infrastructure agreements, personnel changes, and discretionary funding appropriations.
- Appropriations of $165,000 for Regional Education Cooperative VII and $125,000 total for Hobbs Municipal Schools kitchen upgrades
- Agreement with City of Lovington for Commercial Street improvements and a task order to widen South Commercial Street
- Agreement with City of Hobbs to provide municipal water to the Lea County Regional Airport
- Authorization of three additional full-time positions and salary adjustments for certain departments
- Budget Adjustments No. 05 for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on proposed ordinances regulating cannabis, noise control, nuisances, and dangerous buildings. The body is also discussing the Fiscal Year 2022–2023 budget and various infrastructure projects.
- Public hearings for Ordinances No. 95 (Nuisances), 96 (Noise Control), 97 (Dangerous Buildings), and 98 (Cannabis)
- Resolution 22-MAR-061R: Agreement with NCA Architects P.A. for Maljamar Fire Station No. 2 design
- Resolution 22-MAR-062R: Task order with Square Root Services, LLC for Wyoming Street reconstruction (1.1 miles)
- Resolution 22-MAR-060R: Proposal to lift the hiring freeze for remaining FY 2021-2022 positions
- Resolution 22-MAR-054R: Participation in litigation opposing New Mexico Congressional Districts
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will convene as the Lea County Canvassing Board. The body will consider resolutions to certify the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election results for the City of Hobbs and the City of Lovington.
- Resolution No. 22- MAR-050R: Certifying the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election for the City of Hobbs
- Resolution No. 22- MAR-051R: Certifying the March 1, 2022 Municipal Officer Election for the City of Lovington
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to vote on several resolutions, including funding for a city park and updates to county ordinances. The body will also discuss the county's five-year strategic plan and the 2022-2023 budget.
- Appropriation of $110,000 from District 4 funding to the City of Hobbs for Charlie Brown Park
- Proposed ordinances governing nuisances, nighttime noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis establishments
- Funding award of $30,036 for DWI grants and safety funds via the NM Department of Transportation
- Contracts for Lea County Regional Airport landscaping, roofing, and lighting replacement
- Proposed widening and overlay of Stanolind Road
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and consider the FY 2022-2023 budget timeline. The body will also review several proposed ordinances regarding nuisances, noise, dangerous buildings, and cannabis establishments.
- Bid award for Knowles No. 2 Fire Station to Anissa Construction
- Variance request for South 40 Subdivision at 14th Street and Marland Street
- Agreements for 2022 Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo with Matt Tarr, Wright’s Amusement, Reita Creek Scoreboards, Ryan Killingsworth, and Charro on the Road
- CES Agreement with IPR for slurry/micro seal on roads in North Hobbs area
- Proposed ordinances for cannabis establishments, nighttime noise, nuisances, and dangerous buildings