Los Lunas public meetings in 2021

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Council will hold public hearings on new design standards and stormwater erosion control. The meeting also includes decisions on subdivision approvals, updated accounting policies, and personnel hiring.

• Public hearing for final plat approval of Legacy Phase 2 at Sierra Vista
• Infrastructure acceptance for Legacy Phase 2 at Sierra Vista
• Resolution 21-30 regarding per diem and mileage regulations
• Ordinance 459 establishing new design standards
• Ordinance 458 regarding stormwater and erosion control

The Los Lunas Village Council approved the final plat for Legacy Phase 2 at Sierra Vista, adopted resolutions updating per diem and accounting policies, and approved contracts for Parks and Recreation officials. The council also approved Ordinance 459 (Design Standards) and Ordinance 458 (Stormwater and Erosion Control), and hired several new staff members, including Frank Lucero as Chief of Police. The infrastructure acceptance for Legacy Phase 2 was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved final plat for Legacy Phase 2 at Sierra Vista (4-0)
• Tabled infrastructure acceptance for Legacy Phase 2 until next meeting (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-30 updating Per Diem and Mileage Act regulations (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 17-10 amending Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual (4-0)
• Approved contracts for Parks and Recreation officials (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 459 Design Standards (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 458 Stormwater and Erosion Control (4-0)
• Approved hiring of Craig Black, Jasmine Peralta, Alejandra Madrid-Munoz, Ray Vigil Jr., and Frank Lucero (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including final plat approval for Tesoro Phase 2, acceptance of infrastructure for Tesoro Phases 1 and 2, and offsite improvements on Los Cerritos Rd NW. They will also consider an ordinance updating water rights requirements and a resolution to apply for DWI grant funding. A presentation on photo enforcement traffic cameras will be given, and the council may enter executive session to discuss hiring for several positions.

• Final plat approval for Tesoro Phase 2, 11.3474 acres north of Main St NW and east of Highline Rd NW
• Infrastructure acceptance for Tesoro Phases 1 and 2 along Los Cerritos Rd NW
• Infrastructure acceptance for Los Cerritos Rd NW offsite improvements near Tesoro and Vallecito Phase 1
• Ordinance 454 amending water rights ordinance 426 to add multifamily requirements and non-residential usage categories
• Resolution 21-29 authorizing application to Local DWI Grant and Distribution Program for FY2023

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to approve or disapprove a conditional use permit for a fraternal organization at 3474 A Main St NE. The body will also vote on its 2022 meeting schedule and public notice period. Additionally, the commission will approve the minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting and discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Conditional use permit request for American Legion Post 85 at 3474 A Main St NE
• Approval of the 2022 schedule of meetings and public notice period
• Approval of minutes from the 11/17/2021 meeting
• Discussion of code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a preliminary plat request for the Mil Colores subdivision, which would subdivide land in Los Cerritos de Los Lunas Phase V and Las Terrazas at Fiesta. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Preliminary plat for Mil Colores Subdivision on 20.00 acres (Los Cerritos de Los Lunas Phase V) and 21.83 acres (Las Terrazas at Fiesta), located north of Los Cerritos Rd NW and Highline Rd NW
• Approval of minutes from 10/20/2021 and 11/3/2021
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity report, and code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a recreational cannabis ordinance and a utility easement vacation, and will vote on two Rio Metro Transit District agreements for fleet maintenance services. The council will also enter executive session to discuss hiring a water maintenance operator and a solid waste laborer, and will approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 461 – Recreational Cannabis Regulations
• Public hearing on easement vacation for Land of Ernest & Sunday Cordova Tract, south of Sichler Rd SW and west of Amistad Rd SW
• Approve Thirteenth Amendment MOA with Rio Metro Transit District for fleet maintenance services 2021/2022
• Approve renewal of MOA with Rio Metro Transit District for fully-funded Heavy Duty Mechanic position 2021/2022
• Executive session to discuss hiring FT Water Maintenance Operator and FT Solid Waste Laborer

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 461, establishing recreational cannabis regulations with buffers around schools and daycares and a density limit of one establishment per 2,000 residents. They also approved an easement vacation for a property south of Sichler Rd SW, and entered into two MOAs with Rio Metro Transit District for fleet maintenance services and a mechanic position. Additionally, the council hired Fernando Martinez as a Water Maintenance Operator and Curtis Martinez and Mark Thompson as Solid Waste Laborers.

• Approved Ordinance 461 (recreational cannabis regulations) (4-0)
• Approved easement vacation for Land of Ernest & Sunday Cordova Tract (4-0)
• Approved 13th Amendment MOA with Rio Metro for fleet maintenance services (4-0)
• Approved MOA renewal with Rio Metro for fleet maintenance mechanic (4-0)
• Hired Fernando Martinez as FT Water Maintenance Operator (4-0)
• Hired Curtis Martinez as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Hired Mark Thompson as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a U-Haul Moving and Storage Store at Los Morros Business Park and on preliminary plats for three residential subdivisions: Vista Sandia at Sierra Vista, Vallecito Oeste, and Inspiracion Oeste. The commission may approve or disapprove each request. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and discussion items.

• Conditional Use 21-5-G: U-Haul at Los Morros Business Park (9.8 acres total, north of Main St NW, west of I-25)
• Preliminary Plat: Vista Sandia Ph 1 & 2 at Sierra Vista (123.64 acres total)
• Preliminary Plat: Vallecito Oeste at Fiesta (41.83 acres total, north of Los Cerritos Rd NW, east of Highline Rd NW)
• Preliminary Plat: Inspiracion Oeste at Fiesta (20.00 acres, north of Los Cerritos Rd NW, west of Highline Rd NW)
• Approval of minutes from 9/15/2021 and discussion of council updates, community development, and code enforcement

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a recreational cannabis ordinance and an easement vacation, and vote on infrastructure acceptance for Vallecito Phase 1. It will also consider five resolutions to accept state transportation grants totaling about $3.4 million for road improvements, plus a homeland security grant application for police equipment.

• Ordinance 461: recreational cannabis regulations (public hearing)
• Easement vacation for Land of Ernest & Sunday Cordova Tract, south of Sichler Rd SW and west of Amistad Rd SW
• Infrastructure acceptance for Vallecito Phase 1, north of Main St along Los Cerritos Rd NW
• Five LGTPF grant resolutions: Carson Drive ($1,282,500), Gensen Drive ($475,000), North Los Lentes Road ($570,000), Castillo Street ($570,000), Lambros Loop ($522,000) — each with 5% village match
• Resolution 21-28: Homeland Security grant application for $360,000 Bearcat vehicle, $15,000 bomb dog, $12,000 uniforms, $45,000 light towers

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved five resolutions accepting about $3.8 million in state LGTPF grant funding for road projects, and approved a $747,000 homeland security grant application for police and emergency equipment. The council tabled the recreational cannabis regulations ordinance and an easement vacation request until the next meeting. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Resolution 21-23 accepting $1.2M LGTPF grant for Carson Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-24 accepting $475,000 LGTPF grant for Gensen Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-25 accepting $570,000 LGTPF grant for North Los Lentes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-26 accepting $570,000 LGTPF grant for Castillo Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-27 accepting $522,000 LGTPF grant for Lambros Loop (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-28 homeland security grant application for $360,000 Bearcat vehicle, $15,000 bomb dog, $12,000 uniforms, and $360,000 for three light towers (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance 461 recreational cannabis regulations until next meeting (4-0)
• Tabled easement vacation for Land of Ernest & Sunday Cordova until November 4, 2021 (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 461. This ordinance proposes establishing regulations for recreational cannabis by amending Title 17 of the Los Lunas zoning code.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 461: Recreational Cannabis
• Proposed amendments to Title 17 of the Los Lunas zoning code

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Council will review a $2,805,000 application for New Mexico TAP funds for the NM 6 to Morris Road Trail. The meeting also includes discussions on commercial plat approvals, water consulting contracts, and staff reclassifications.

• Resolution 21-22: Application for $2,805,000 in NMDOT TAP/RTP funding
• Final plat approval for commercial development at Lands of Huning Limited Partnership Tract (1,922.02 acres)
• Awarding RFP for Hydrogeological Water Supply and Water Rights Consulting Services to Lee Wilson and Associates
• Easement vacation for Land of Ernest & Sunday Cordova Tract
• Reclassification of Financial Analyst position to Accountant

The Los Lunas Council approved the final plat for a commercial development (Project Charli) on 922.02 acres, approved a resolution to apply for $2.8M in state trail funding, and approved several administrative items. In executive session, the council hired a Water/Sewer Superintendent and two Utility Billing Clerk/Cashiers. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved final plat for Lands of Huning Limited Partnership Tract (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-22 for NMDOT TAP/RTP funding application of $2,805,000 (3-0)
• Approved destruction of outdated IPRA requests (3-0)
• Approved RFP award to Lee Wilson & Associates for hydrogeological consulting (3-0)
• Approved converting Financial Analyst position to Accountant, reclassifying to Grade K (3-0)
• Hired Scott White as Water/Sewer Superintendent (4-0)
• Hired Rhiannon Caes as Utility Billing Clerk/Cashier (4-0)
• Hired Marisa Sanchez as Utility Billing Clerk/Cashier (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for October 6, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved a memorandum of agreement with the San Juan Chama Project Contractors Association, approved installation of historical Route 66 neon signs for $98,560, and discussed but did not vote on a recreational cannabis ordinance. The council also entered executive session to approve a settlement agreement and several personnel hires.

• Approved MOA with San Juan Chama Project Contractors Association (3-0)
• Approved $98,560 for Route 66 neon sign installation (3-0)
• Approved settlement agreement in City of Albuquerque v. TRD case (3-0)
• Approved hiring Harold Najar as Streets Superintendent (3-0)
• Approved hiring Brian Torres as Street Maintenance Worker III (3-0)
• Approved hiring Avrian Jaramillo as Park Technician I (3-0)
• Approved hiring Kevin Felix as PT Recreation Aide (3-0)
• Approved hiring Adrian Lopez as PT Library Aide (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for motor vehicle sales at 2210 Sun Ranch Village Loop SW Ste 1E, requested by JS Properties LLC. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, council updates, a community development activity report, and code enforcement issues.

• Conditional use permit 21-4-G for motor vehicle sales at 2210 Sun Ranch Village Loop Ste 1E
• Applicant: Latayah York representing JS Properties LLC
• Property size: 37,444 sq ft (0.8598 acres)
• Approval of minutes from 8/18/2021

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village of Los Lunas Council is deciding whether to annex three parcels totaling 7.36 acres near 1601 Sichler Rd and approve zoning for a residential subdivision. The body will also vote on accepting Athene Drive NW for maintenance and approving the final plat for the Las Terrazas at Fiesta subdivision. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing on the annexation and zoning ordinances and review a progress report on the Vista Manzano preliminary plat.

• Ordinance 460: Annexing 7.36 acres (Tracts C, 120B1, and 115D2A1B1) at 1601 Sichler Rd
• Ordinance 276-2021-5: Zoning the annexed property as A-R and R-R for residential subdivision
• Final plat approval for Las Terrazas at Fiesta Subdivision (26.71 acres, Plat M-480)
• Street acceptance for Athene Drive NW, including 5.48 and 0.16 acre parcels
• Executive session to discuss hiring a Superintendent for the Waster Water Treatment Plant Division

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved the final plat for the Las Terrazas at Fiesta subdivision, a 26.71-acre Phase 1 development. The council also approved the acceptance of Athene Drive for maintenance and the destruction of DWI program records. An ordinance to annex property at 1601 Sichler Road was remanded back to the Planning & Zoning Commission, and a related zoning ordinance was tabled.

• Approved the final plat for Subd: Las Terrazas at Fiesta Subdivision (26.71 acres, Plat M-480).
• Approved the acceptance of Athene Drive NW for maintenance, including two parcels in Huning Ranch Business Park.
• Remanded Ordinance 460 (annexation of 1601 Sichler Road) back to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
• Tabled Ordinance 276-2021-5 (zoning designation for the 1601 Sichler Road annexation).
• Approved the annual destruction of DWI program records.
• Approved hiring Craig Byers as Superintendent of the Waste Water Treatment Plant Division.
• Approved the minutes from the August 26, 2021 Council Meeting.
• Approved the meeting agenda.

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for September 1, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village Council will review a water connection agreement with Greater Kudu, LLC and consider adopting the 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on municipal code revisions regarding employee tuition reimbursement and updates to fire department promotion policies.

• Water connection agreement: Greater Kudu, LLC requests Village construction of water lines with 100% cost reimbursement
• Resolution 21-22: Adoption of the 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
• Public hearing for Municipal Code revision regarding a two-year tuition reimbursement repayment period
• Resolution 21-21: FY 2022 Interim Budget Adjustments for official contract revisions
• Street acceptance request for Athene Drive NW in Huning Ranch Business Park (previously tabled)

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved Resolution 21-22 adopting the 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan, a water connection agreement with Greater Kudu LLC, and Resolution 21-21 for FY 2022 interim budget adjustments. The council also approved a municipal code revision extending tuition reimbursement repayment to two years, added new firefighter positions to grade order lists, and hired three full-time Firefighter/EMTs. The street acceptance for Athene Drive NW was tabled to September 9, 2021.

• Approved Resolution 21-22 adopting 2023-2027 ICIP (4-0)
• Approved water connection agreement with Greater Kudu LLC (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-21 FY 2022 interim budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Municipal Code Section 2.28.120(L) tuition reimbursement revision (4-0)
• Approved adding Firefighter/Engineer/EMT positions to grade order lists (4-0)
• Hired Andrew Sanchez, Juan Sisneros, Kevin Garcia as FT Firefighter/EMTs (4-0 each)
• Tabled Athene Drive NW street acceptance to Sept 9, 2021 (4-0)
• Appointed Gregory Martin voting delegate, Cynthia Shetter alternate for NMML (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet for a workshop regarding the Recreational Cannabis Ordinance. The session will include discussions on state cannabis regulations and the current draft of the Village of Los Lunas cannabis ordinance.

• Discussion of State cannabis regulations
• Discussion of current Village of Los Lunas cannabis ordinance draft

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village of Los Lunas Council will vote to accept public infrastructure for Athene Drive NW in the HUNING RANCH BUSINESS PARK for maintenance. The body will also discuss the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) priorities for the 2023-2027 fiscal period. Additionally, the Council will approve the disposal of obsolete fixed assets with a resale value of $5,000 or less.

• Approve or disapprove street acceptance for Athene Drive NW (Subd: HUNING RANCH BUSINESS PARK, Lot 4, 0.16 acres, Plat M-498) requested by Greater Kudu LLC
• Discuss Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) needs and priorities for FY 2023-2027
• Approve or disapprove fixed asset removal and disposal of obsolete items with a resale value of $5,000 or less
• Executive session to discuss hiring for Administrative Assistant, Park Technician I, Planning Intern, and one Police Officer
• Executive session to discuss contract revisions for the Village Administrator, Police Chief, and Fire Chief

The Los Lunas Council approved several personnel actions and administrative items. They hired RayAnn Benavidez as Administrative Assistant, Caleb Bradley as Planning Intern, Isiah Romero as Park Technician, and Jessie Trujillo as Police Officer. They also approved contract revisions for the Village Administrator, Police Chief, and Fire Chief, and approved the removal of obsolete fixed assets. The street acceptance for Athene Drive was tabled to August 26, 2021.

• Approved hiring RayAnn Benavidez as FT Administrative Assistant (4-0)
• Approved hiring Caleb Bradley as Planning Intern (4-0)
• Approved hiring Isiah Romero as FT Park Technician (4-0)
• Approved hiring Jessie Trujillo as Police Officer (4-0)
• Approved contract for Village Administrator Gregory D. Martin (4-0)
• Approved contract for Police Chief Naithan Gurule (4-0)
• Approved contract for Fire Chief John Gabaldon (4-0)
• Approved fixed asset removal from inventory (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council is meeting to decide on several funding resolutions, including NMDOT road improvement awards, a refuse removal agreement with the school district, and allocation of $3.97 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds. They will also consider a proposed ordinance change extending tuition reimbursement repayment to two years, and final FY2021 budget adjustments.

• Resolution 21-16: $90,000 NMDOT COOP award for Entrada Drive improvements (Camelot Blvd to Gomez Dr), with $30,000 village match
• Resolution 21-17: $395,229 NMDOT MAP award for South Los Lentes improvements (Main St to Aspen Rd), with $131,743 village match
• MOA with Los Lunas School District for refuse removal, no cost increase
• Proposed use of $3,971,806 ARP funds for Central NM Rail Park Sewer Line Extension and Carson Park Phase II water/sewer/storm water/ADA sidewalks
• Resolution 21-20: Adopting FY2022 revenue and expenditure budget

The Los Lunas Council approved the FY2022 budget (Resolution 21-20) and FY2021 final adjustments and financial report. It also accepted NMDOT road funding for Entrada Drive and Main Street to Morris Road, approved a refuse removal agreement with the school district, and allocated $3.97 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds to sewer and park projects. In executive session, the Council hired Joseph Sanchez as Assistant Water/Sewer Supervisor and approved a settlement with the Phillips Family Trust regarding a road dedication.

• Adopted FY2022 budget with $68M revenue, $85M expenditures (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-16 for $90,000 NMDOT Entrada Drive project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-17 for $395,229 NMDOT Main Street to Morris Road project (4-0)
• Approved $3,971,806 ARP fund allocation for sewer line and Carson Park improvements (4-0)
• Approved refuse removal MOA with Los Lunas School District (4-0)
• Approved FY2021 final budget adjustments and Q4 financial report (4-0)
• Hired Joseph Sanchez as FT Assistant Water/Sewer Supervisor (4-0)
• Approved Phillips Family Trust settlement for road dedication (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 21, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers has been cancelled. No agenda items or business are listed for this session.

• Meeting cancelled — no items discussed or decided

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hear a summary of the recently completed IT assessment and vote on whether to create and fund a new Information Technology Director position in the FY 2022 budget. They will also consider a contract for a recreation league official, approve disposal of certain public records, and hold an executive session on police promotions.

• IT assessment final report presented for information only
• Request to create IT Director position (Grade T) in FY 2022 budget
• Contract with individual as league official for Recreation programs
• Disposal of public records per NMAC schedules (invoices, timesheets, bank statements, etc.)
• Executive session on police promotions (Sergeant and Lieutenant)

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved creating and funding a new IT Director position for FY 2022, based on a recommendation from an IT assessment. They also approved a contract for Andrew Garcia for recreation work, authorized disposal of outdated public records, and promoted two police officers. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved creating IT Director position (Grade T) for FY 2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved contract with Andrew Garcia for recreation projects (4-0)
• Approved disposition of outdated public records (4-0)
• Approved executive session to discuss police promotions (4-0)
• Promoted Sergeant Cassandra Kanyuck to Lieutenant (4-0)
• Promoted Officer Rene Ruiz to Sergeant (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 24, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 7, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a final plat for Vallecito Phase 1 and a minor subdivision for Sun Valley Ranch Homes, and vote on a $15,740 federal grant for the police department, several contracts for program evaluators and coordinators, a resolution to continue paying 67% of employee PERA contributions, and a joint powers agreement with the New Mexico Self Insurers' Fund. The meeting also includes an executive session for hiring decisions.

• Resolution 21-14: Accept $15,740 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for police equipment/training
• Public hearing: Final plat for Vallecito Phase 1 (Las Terrazas at Fiesta Subdivision, 26.89 acres, north of Main St along Los Cerritos Rd NW)
• Public hearing: Minor subdivision for Sun Valley Ranch Homes (Rio Abajo Commercial Development, southeast corner of Main St SE and Edeal Rd SE)
• Contracts for OSAP Program Evaluator, DWI Program Evaluator and Enforcement Coordinator, PAL Program Coordinator/Mentor Coordinator/Mentor Assistant
• Resolution 21-13: Authorize 67% pickup of PERA employee contributions effective July 1, 2021

The Board of Trustees approved the final plat for Vallecito Phase I, a 36-lot single-family residential subdivision, and approved a minor subdivision for Sun Valley Ranch Homes, Rio Abajo Commercial Development, combining 21 parcels into one contiguous commercial lot. The board also approved resolutions and contracts for grants, program evaluators, and the PAL program, and authorized the pickup of 67% of PERA member contributions.

• Approved Resolution 21-14 to apply for a $15,740 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for police equipment.
• Approved the final plat for Vallecito Phase I, a 36-lot subdivision north of Main St along Los Cerritos Rd NW.
• Approved the minor subdivision for Sun Valley Ranch Homes, Rio Abajo Commercial Development, combining 21 parcels into one contiguous commercial lot.
• Approved a contract for Concha Montano as Program Evaluator for the Office of Substance Abuse Program.
• Approved contracts for Concha Montano and Joe Griego for the Local DWI Program.
• Approved contracts for Noel Chavez, Joe Griego, and David Adame for the PAL Program.
• Approved Resolution 21-13 to pick up 67% of PERA member contributions for eligible employees, effective July 1, 2021.
• Approved the Joint Powers Agreement with the New Mexico Municipal League / New Mexico Self-Insurers' Fund.

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve a conditional use permit for a patio home at 340 Calle Felipe NE. The applicant, Ralph Villegas, seeks to build a patio home on a 0.26-acre lot in the R-3 zone. The Community Development Department recommends approval, and two individuals have requested to speak. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and discussion items.

• Conditional use permit for patio home at 340 Calle Felipe NE (Ralph Villegas)
• Public hearing on the conditional use permit
• Approval of minutes from June 2, 2021
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity report, and code enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village of Los Lunas Council approved Ordinance 457, prohibiting the use of electronic devices while driving, and Resolution 21-11 to apply for a $4,200 federal grant for bulletproof vests. The Council also approved $475,000 in FY2022 budget requests for infrastructure improvements in the Metropolitan Redevelopment Area, and hired a Facility Maintenance Technician II, a Museum Specialist, and 25 summer youth participants. The Sierra Vista Development Agreement was tabled indefinitely pending further review.

• Approved Ordinance 457, prohibiting use of electronic devices while driving.
• Approved Resolution 21-11, applying for a $4,200 DOJ Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant.
• Tabled the Sierra Vista Development Agreement indefinitely for further review.
• Approved $125,000 for road, water, and sewer improvements on a Village-owned parcel south of School of Dreams.
• Approved $350,000 for road, water, and sewer improvements on a Village-owned parcel east of the Transportation Center.
• Approved hiring Joseph Hoerl as Facility Maintenance Technician II.
• Approved hiring Louis Huning Jr. as Museum Specialist.
• Approved hiring 25 summer youth participants.

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend approval or disapproval of a minor subdivision request for Sun Valley Ranch Homes, involving 18 lots and related tracts. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and discussion of council updates, community development, and code enforcement.

• Minor subdivision request for lots 1-18 and Columbine Circle, Sun Valley Ranch Homes #1
• Property at southeast corner of Main St SE and Edeal Rd SE
• Agent: Montgomery and Andrews, P.A. for Rio Abajo Commercial Development, LLC
• Approval of minutes from 4/21/2021
• Discussion: council updates, community development activity, code enforcement

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will vote on an emergency declaration and the FY2022 interim budget, which must be submitted to the state by June 1. The council will also hear an informational update on the Valencia County Transit Facility and consider hiring seasonal recreation staff in closed session.

• Resolution 21-10: Emergency declaration for local disaster and public health emergency
• FY 2022 Interim Budget approval for submission to Department of Finance and Administration
• Valencia County Transit Facility progress update (Lambros Loop and Hwy 47)
• Executive session: hire FT Streets Laborer, 5 Summer Recreation College Aides, 14 High School Recreation Aides
• Approval of May 8, 2021 council minutes

The Los Lunas Council approved Resolution 21-10 extending the COVID-19 emergency declaration, the FY2022 interim budget with $65M in revenue and $83M in expenditures, and the minutes from May 8, 2021. In executive session, they approved hiring a full-time streets laborer (recommending Pat Romero), five seasonal recreation college aides, and fourteen high school recreation aides. The Valencia County Transit Facility update was presented for information only.

• Approved Resolution 21-10 emergency declaration (4-0)
• Approved FY2022 interim budget (4-0)
• Approved hiring FT streets laborer, recommending Pat Romero (4-0)
• Approved hiring 5 seasonal recreation college aides (4-0)
• Approved hiring 14 high school recreation aides (4-0)
• Approved May 8, 2021 council minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 19, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Village of Los Lunas Council will consider several items, including an amendment to a 2016 economic development agreement with Greater Kudu LLC for a data center campus, a zoning change and designated use permit for a storage facility at 111 Lujan Rd SE, and approval of the FY 2020 audit. The council will also discuss hiring for several positions and a legal settlement offer in closed session.

• Resolution 21-09: Amends the Project Participation Agreement with Greater Kudu LLC for a data center campus, shifting infrastructure contracts to the Village and ending local LEDA fund contributions
• Ordinance 276-2021-3: Public hearing on a conditional zone change from C-1 to C-2 for 111 Lujan Rd SE to allow a storage facility
• Designated Use Permit: Public hearing for a storage facility at 111 Lujan Rd SE
• Resolution 21-08: Acceptance and approval of the FY 2020 audit
• Contracts: Permission to contract with volleyball league officials and dance/aerobics instructors

The Los Lunas Village Council approved Resolution 21-09, amending the Project Participation Agreement with Greater KUDU LLC to continue the state LEDA grant while terminating the local GRT revenue set-aside for the data center campus. The council also approved Ordinance 276-2021-4 for a conditional zone change and designated use at 111 Lujan Rd. SE for an indoor storage facility, and approved Resolution 21-08 accepting the FY 2020 audit with no findings. All votes were 3-0, with Councilman Gino Romero excused.

• Approved Resolution 21-09 amending the Greater KUDU LLC data center project agreement (3-0)
• Approved Ordinance 276-2021-4 for zone change at 111 Lujan Rd. SE (3-0)
• Approved designated use for indoor storage facility at 111 Lujan Rd. SE (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-08 accepting FY 2020 audit with no findings (3-0)
• Approved contracts for recreation instructors Marissa Montoya, Kortni Sena, Gabriella Baca, and Felena Gabaldon (3-0)
• Approved hiring Isaac Romero as Public Works Technician (3-0)
• Approved hiring Amy Abeita, Brandon Guillen, and Miguel Najar as Firefighter/EMTs (3-0 each)
• Approved hiring Marcos Salcido as Police Officer (3-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 5, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a zoning change request for a mobile home park and an appeal of a Planning and Zoning Commission decision. They will also consider awarding a construction contract for water infrastructure improvements. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 276-2021-3 to rezone 2.10 acres at 6 Edeal Rd SE from MH to SU for a mobile home park
• Public hearing on appeal of Planning and Zoning Commission's disapproval of preliminary plat for Vista Manzano at Sierra Vista (127.3 acres)
• Bid award for Well #3 Replacement Phase II, engineer's estimate $4,559,055.50, low bid $4,411,647.00 from RMCI, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2021 Council Meeting and March 27, 2021 Council Retreat

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved a zoning change for a mobile home park at 6 Edeal Rd. SE and approved the preliminary plat for the Vista Manzano at Sierra Vista subdivision, subject to conditions including lowering the berm, installing a wall, and completing buffer improvements by September. The council also awarded a $4.4 million contract for Well #3 replacement.

• Approved Ordinance 276-2021-3 rezoning 2.10 acres at 6 Edeal Rd. SE from MH to SU for a mobile home park (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Vista Manzano at Sierra Vista with conditions (4-0)
• Awarded $4,411,647 bid to RMCI, Inc. for Well #3 Replacement Phase II (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 8, 2021 and March 27, 2021 meetings (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2021, to consider two related applications for the property at 111 Lujan Rd SE: a conditional zone change from C-1 to C-2 and a designated use permit, both to allow a storage facility. Staff recommends conditional approval of both, contingent on each other. The commission will also approve minutes and discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Zone change 21-2-R: C-1 to C-2 for 0.50 acre at 111 Lujan Rd SE, applicant Nick Sarap and Michael Sarap
• Designated use permit 21-2-G: storage facility at same property
• Staff recommends conditional approval of both applications
• No opposition received by Development Review Committee
• Council hearing scheduled for May 6, 2021

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on April 21, 2021, to consider two related applications for the property at 111 Lujan Rd SE: a conditional zone change from C-1 to C-2 and a designated use permit for a storage facility. Staff recommends conditional approval of both, contingent on each other. The commission will also approve minutes from April 7 and discuss council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues.

• Zone change 21-2-R: C-1 to C-2 for 0.50-acre tract at 111 Lujan Rd SE
• Designated use permit 21-2-G: storage facility at same property
• Staff recommends conditional approval of both applications
• No opposition received by Development Review Committee
• Public hearing notice published in Valencia News-Bulletin on 04/01/2021

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a $3,478,955.43 water construction loan from the New Mexico Finance Authority and on final plat approval for Inspiracion Phase 3, a 7.38-acre subdivision south of Los Cerritos Rd NW and east of Highline Rd NW. The council will also consider accepting infrastructure for that subdivision and may enter executive session to discuss hiring a full-time solid waste laborer. Approval of the March 25, 2021 minutes is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 456: NMFA loan agreement for $3,478,955.43 plus up to $800,414.57 subsidy for waterline river crossing pipeline
• Final plat approval for Inspiracion Phase 3 (7.38 acres, Plat M-442)
• Infrastructure acceptance for Inspiracion Phase 3
• Executive session to discuss hiring a full-time solid waste laborer
• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2021 meeting

The Los Lunas Council approved Ordinance 456, a New Mexico Finance Authority loan agreement for $3,478,955.43 for water construction projects, including the north waterline loop Phase I. The Council also approved the final plat for Inspiracion Phase 3, creating 57 residential lots, and accepted the infrastructure for that phase. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved Ordinance 456, NMFA water construction loan of $3,478,955.43 (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Inspiracion Phase 3, creating 57 residential lots (4-0)
• Approved infrastructure acceptance for Inspiracion Phase 3 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Jessie Anchando as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special use amendment to rezone 2.10 acres at 6 Edeal Rd SE from MH to SU to allow a mobile home park. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair for the coming year, receive training on the Open Meetings Act, and approve minutes from the March 17 meeting.

• Special use amendment 21-1-R for 6 Edeal Rd SE: rezone 2.10 acres from MH to SU for a mobile home park
• Election of Planning and Zoning Commission Chair for April 2021–April 2022 term
• Election of Planning and Zoning Commission Vice Chair for April 2021–April 2022 term
• Training on Planning and Zoning Commission powers and NM Open Meetings Act
• Approval of minutes from March 17, 2021 meeting

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings on a designated use permit for an accessory apartment and a minor subdivision for Greater Kudu LLC, and will vote on reappointing planning and zoning commissioners. The council will also consider two memoranda of agreement related to the I-25 Corridor project and a sewer interceptor bid award.

• Public hearing on designated use permit for accessory apartment at 556 Camino de Higinio Rd NE
• Public hearing on minor subdivision for Greater Kudu LLC (Huning Ranch Business Park tracts)
• Reappointment of Planning and Zoning Commissioners for Districts 2 and 4 (Ben Romero, Marcia Spencer)
• MOA with Valencia County for $2,000,000 to reimburse I-25 Corridor design and construction
• Award sewer interceptor bid to NM Underground Utilities for $2,028,869 after Anchor Built withdrew

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved a $2,028,869 contract with New Mexico Underground for the Huning Ranch Loop East Sewer Interceptor after the previous bidder withdrew due to an error. The council also approved a designated use permit for a garage/guesthouse at 556 Camino de Higinio NE, a minor subdivision for Greater KUDU LLC, reappointed two planning and zoning commissioners, and approved two memoranda of agreement. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved $2,028,869 sewer interceptor contract with New Mexico Underground (4-0)
• Approved designated use permit for garage/guesthouse at 556 Camino de Higinio NE (4-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for Greater KUDU LLC at 4052 Messenger Loop SW (4-0)
• Reappointed Ben Romero to Planning and Zoning Commission District 2 (4-0)
• Reappointed Marcia Spencer to Planning and Zoning Commission District 4 (4-0)
• Approved MOA with Valencia County for $2M bond reimbursement for I-25 Corridor (4-0)
• Approved MOA with NM General Services Department for permanent easements near CNMCF (4-0)
• Approved March 11, 2021 council minutes (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance 455, authorizing up to $6.67 billion in taxable industrial revenue bonds to support Greater Kudu LLC's data center expansion. The council will also consider awarding a janitorial services contract and may enter executive session to discuss personnel hires. The meeting includes routine approval of the agenda and prior minutes.

• Ordinance 455: Issue up to $6,666,666,667 in industrial revenue bonds for Greater Kudu LLC data center expansion
• Bid award for janitorial services: Jani-King of New Mexico lowest bid at $85,296 (incomplete bid form)
• Executive session to discuss hiring FT Solid Waste Laborer, PT Recreation Aide, and FT Police Clerk
• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2021 council meeting

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 455, authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $6,666,666,667 in taxable industrial revenue bonds to induce Greater Kudu LLC to expand its data center campus. The bonds will be repaid through lease payments from the company, and the ordinance also approves related agreements. The council also awarded a janitorial services contract and approved personnel hires.

• Approved Ordinance 455 authorizing $6,666,666,667 in industrial revenue bonds for Greater Kudu LLC (4-0)
• Awarded janitorial services contract to Service Master Clean for $97,776.00 (4-0)
• Approved hiring George Gomez as FT Solid Waste Laborer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Corbin Demmon as PT Recreation Aide (4-0)
• Approved hiring Suzette Rudolph as FT Police Clerk (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2021 council meeting (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a minor subdivision for three tracts in Huning Ranch Business Park and a designated use permit for an accessory apartment at 556 Camino de Higinio Rd NE. The commission will recommend approval or disapproval for each. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and discussion items.

• Minor subdivision: Huning Ranch Business Park Tracts A3A (465.92 acres), A4A (284.99 acres), A4B (18.89 acres) by Greater Kudu, LLC
• Designated use permit: accessory apartment with attached garage at 556 Camino de Higinio Rd NE by Robert and Randi Franco
• Approval of minutes from 1/20/2021
• Discussion: Council updates, Community Development activity report, Code Enforcement issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the final plat for Legacy at Sierra Vista Phase I, consider resolutions for an emergency declaration, interim budget adjustments, and funding applications for road projects, and review bids for the Huning Ranch Loop East Sewer Interceptor Line. The meeting also includes an executive session for hiring a Park Technician I.

• Final plat approval for Legacy at Sierra Vista Phase I (37.17 acres, Tract B; 2.18 acres, Tract C; 25.64 acres, Tract D; 53.70 acres, Tract F)
• Resolution 21-07: Emergency declaration for local disaster and public health emergency
• Resolution 21-06: Interim budget adjustments for FY 2021
• Huning Ranch Loop East Sewer Interceptor Line: 11 bids received, engineer's estimate $3,714,100; lowest bid $2,027,416.79 (Anchor Built)
• Resolutions 21-04 and 21-05: Applications for MAP and COOP funding (25% match) for South Los Lentes to Courthouse Road and Entrada Drive

The Board of Trustees approved the final plat for Legacy at Sierra Vista Phase 1, creating 74 single-family residential lots, despite public complaints about dust and drainage. The board also approved a $2,027,416.79 sewer line contract with Anchor Built, and passed resolutions for an emergency declaration, budget adjustments, and funding applications. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved the final plat for Legacy at Sierra Vista Phase 1, creating 74 single-family residential lots.
• Approved Resolution 21-07, declaring a local disaster and public health emergency.
• Approved Resolution 21-04, interim budget adjustments for FY 2021.
• Approved the low bidder Anchor Built for the Huning Ranch Loop East Sewer Interceptor Line at $2,027,416.79.
• Approved Resolution 21-04, application for MAP funding 2021/2022.
• Approved Resolution 21-05, application for COOP funding 2021/2022.
• Approved the hire of Alejandro Martinez as FT Park Technician I.
• Approved the minutes of the January 28, 2021 council meeting.

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Village of Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 17, 2021, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will consider an amended water agreement with Niagara Bottling to allow the company to expand production, increasing the Village's water supply commitment from 285 to 650 acre-feet per year. The council will also vote on approving the official 2020 Streets and Zoning Maps and approve minutes from the January 28, 2021 meeting. A presentation is scheduled for informational purposes only.

• Amended water agreement with Niagara Bottling to increase water supply to 650 AFY (from 285 AFY), with water rights leased from PNM
• Approval of 2020 Streets and Zoning Maps
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2021 Council Meeting
• Presentation by Del Archuleta (informational only)

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved the 2020 streets and zoning maps presented by Mr. Alex Ochoa. The amended water agreement with Niagara Bottling was withdrawn from the agenda and not heard. The council also approved the minutes from the January 28, 2021 meeting. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved 2020 streets and zoning maps (3-0)
• Approved January 28, 2021 council minutes (3-0)
• Withdrew amended water agreement with Niagara Bottling from agenda

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for February 3, 2021, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Council approved a $3,891,611 contract with File Construction, LLC for the North Water Line River Crossing Phase 1, funded by a $4,279,370 state loan. They also passed Resolution 21-03 declaring intent to issue up to $6.67 billion in industrial revenue bonds for Greater KUDU LLC's data center expansion. The Niagara Bottling agreement was informational only, and two new hires were approved.

• Approved File Construction, LLC as low bidder for $3,891,611 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-03 for IRB intent up to $6,666,666,667 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 276-2021-2 rezoning at 259 Jensen Dr. SW (4-0)
• Approved hiring Daniel Aceves as FT Residential Driver (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kenneth Brown as FT Operator In-Training (4-0)
• Approved hiring Josh Eakin as FT Operator In-Training (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 14, 2021 (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval or disapproval of the Village of Los Lunas' 2020 Official Street Map and Zoning Map. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from January 6, 2021, followed by discussions on council updates, community development activities, and code enforcement issues.

• Public hearing on 2020 Official Street and Zoning Maps
• Approval of minutes from 1/6/2021
• Discussion: Council updates
• Discussion: Community Development activity report
• Discussion: Code Enforcement Issues

Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes

The Los Lunas Village Council will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use items, including final plat approval for Jubilee Subdivision Phase 2E, a minor subdivision and road dedication near Don Ernesto Ln SW, and a conditional zone change near Adobe Ln NE. The council will also consider a development agreement with UNM for the Valencia Westside Campus and approve destruction of police records per the state retention schedule. An executive session is scheduled to discuss hiring for four full-time positions.

• Final plat approval for Jubilee Subdivision Phase 2E Tract B, 10.27 acres (Plat M-475)
• Minor subdivision and road/utility dedication for Ranchos Don Ernesto LLC tracts near Sichler Rd SW and Don Ernesto Ln SW
• Ordinance 276-2021-1: conditional zone change to R-R for tracts near Adobe Ln NE and Vivian J Cordova Dr NE
• Development agreement with UNM for infrastructure at Valencia Westside Campus, Huning Ranch East Loop SW
• Destruction of police records per NM Municipal Records Retention Schedule

The Los Lunas Board of Trustees approved a development agreement with the University of New Mexico for infrastructure improvements at the UNM/Valencia Westside campus. The council also approved the destruction of outdated police records, a final plat for Jubilee Subdivision Phase 2E, a zoning change near Adobe Lane and Vivian J. Cordova Dr. NE, and the hiring of four full-time employees. Items 3 and 4 (minor subdivision and acceptance for maintenance on Don Ernesto Ln SW) were withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved UNM Valencia Westside Campus development agreement (4-0)
• Approved destruction of outdated police records per NM Municipal Records Retention Schedule (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Jubilee Subdivision Phase 2E, Tract B, 10.27 acres (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 276-2021-1 zoning change near Adobe Lane and Vivian J. Cordova Dr. NE (4-0)
• Approved hiring Charles Tenorio as FT Streets Laborer (4-0)
• Approved hiring Christopher Bustillo as FT Public Works Technician (4-0)
• Approved hiring Craig Donhue as FT Computer Technician (4-0)
• Approved hiring Kenneth Peralta as FT Facility Maintenance Technician II (4-0)

Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

The Los Lunas Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two requests: a zone change for a property at 259 Gensen Dr SW to allow a lot split, and a conditional use permit for a storage facility in Los Morros Business Park. The commission will also review minutes and discuss council updates, community development, and code enforcement.

• Zone change request for 259 Gensen Dr SW (1.18 acres) by 98-A Limited Co to allow a lot split
• Conditional use permit for storage facility at Los Morros Business Park Tract K1C (3.32 acres) by William Harris and Mark Sannes
• Approval of minutes from 12/16/2020
• Discussion of council updates, community development activity, and code enforcement issues