Otero County, New Mexico

Name: County Commission Special Meeting — Otero County, New Mexico
Start: 2026-07-30T09:00:00
Location: 1101 New York Aveneu, Room 123, Alamogordo

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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$123.4M (FY2023)

Total spending$105.4M (FY2023)

Taxes$30.7M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$62.9M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$1,538 (FY2023)

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Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Special Meeting

1101 New York Aveneu, Room 123, Alamogordo

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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

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Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

1101 New York Avenue, Room 123, Alamogordo

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Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 09:00

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Recent meetings

Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:00

County Commission Special Meeting

Otero County Commission to consider junked vehicle ordinance

The Otero County Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially vote on Ordinance 26-01 regarding junked vehicles. The meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026, at the County Administration Building.

Public Hearing: Ordinance 26-01 Junked Vehicle Ordinance
Approval of Consent Agenda (marked 'CA')

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1101 New York Ave., ALAMOGORDO

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, July 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. Public Hearing(s): 1 Discuss, hear public comment and consider Ordinance 26-01 Junked Vehicle Ordinancee. ADJOURNMENT

Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

County may place one-eighth percent gross receipts tax on ballot

The Otero County Commission will consider placing a one-eighth percent Local Economic Development Act gross receipts tax on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Other notable items include approving a $219,252.10 agreement for a Juvenile Justice Continuum Coordinator, ratifying a new courthouse agreement, and supporting the Sunspot Solar Observatory campus reuse. The board will also discuss industrial revenue bonds for two energy storage projects and a citizen proposal for a multifamily development in Sacramento Springs.

Resolution #07-09-26/114-80 to place a one-eighth percent LEDA gross receipts tax on the November 2026 ballot
Resolution #07-09-26/114-84 supporting preservation and adaptive reuse of Sunspot Solar Observatory campus
Request approval of agreement with Children, Youth and Families Department for Juvenile Justice Continuum Coordinator ($219,252.10)
Request to ratify agreement with 12th Judicial District Court for new Otero County 12th Judicial Courthouse
Resolutions #07-09-26/114-82 and #114-83 relating to Industrial Revenue Bonds for Cinco Energy Storage and Four Suns Energy Storage projects

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1101 New York Aveneu, Room 123, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO REGULAR MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, July 9, 2026 - 9:00 AM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” SALUTE TO THE FLAG OF NEW MEXICO “I salute the flag of the state of New Mexico, the Zia symbol of perfect friendship among united cultures.” PRESENTATIONS: 1 Proclamation — Recognizing John D. Rider 2 Proclamation — Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. Sheriff’s Office Report: TBRDA Report: Emergency Services Report Road Department Report: Project Manager Report: Detention Center Report: Forest Service Report: Consent Agenda: CA3 Request approval of May 20, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes. (Selina Maes, County Clerk) CA4 Request approval of May 28, 2026, Special Meeting Minutes. (Selina Maes, County Clerk) CA5 Request approval of June 11, 2026, Regular Meeting Minutes. (Selina Maes, Cou [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

Commission to vote on economic development tax and infrastructure plan

The Otero County Commission will consider a local economic development tax for the November 2026 ballot and approve a 2028-2032 infrastructure plan. The body will also approve several contracts and resolutions, including a $714,933 fire apparatus purchase and a $2.5 million agreement for the Forest & Watershed Restoration Act.

Public hearing on Ordinance 26-03 for a local economic development tax
Approval of $714,933 fire apparatus purchase for District 1
Approval of $2.5 million agreement for Forest & Watershed Restoration Act
Approval of $102,564.10 contract with NetSmart Technologies
Certification of the 2026 Primary Election canvass

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1101 New York Aveneu, Room 123, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO REGULAR MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, June 11, 2026 - 9:00 AM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” SALUTE TO THE FLAG OF NEW MEXICO “I salute the flag of the state of New Mexico, the Zia symbol of perfect friendship among united cultures.” APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. Sheriff’s Office Report: TBRDA Report: Emergency Services Report Road Department Report: Project Manager Report: Detention Center Report: Forest Service Report: Public Hearing(s): 1 9:05 am - Discuss and consider Ordinance 26-03 adopting a countywide local economic development act local option gross receipts tax to be placed on the November 2026 ballot and considered by the voters. CA Consent Agenda: CA2 Request approval of Accounts Payable Bills Lists BL#43, BL#44, BL#45, BL#45.1, and BL#46. (Julianne Hall, Finance Director) CA3 Request approval of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu May 28, 2026 · 13:00

County Commission Special Meeting

Otero County Commission to consider FY 2026-2027 interim budget

The County Commission is meeting to discuss the adoption of an interim budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. This request was submitted by Finance Director Julianne Hall.

Resolution #05-28-26/114-75 FY 2026-2027 Interim Budget Adoption

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1101 New York Avenue, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, May 28, 2026 - 1:00 PM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. New Business: 1 Request approval of Resolution #05-28-26/114-75 FY 2026-2027 Interim Budget Adoption Submitted by: Julianne Hall, Finance Director Public Hearing(s): ADJOURNMENT

Wed May 20, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Regular Meeting

Commission to consider $3.125 million grant for Chaparral Public Safety Facility

The Otero County Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items and discuss new business. Key items include a $3,125,000 grant agreement for the Chaparral Public Safety Facility, a $1,083,304 grant application for a La Luz railroad crossing, setting the county liquor license tax, and scheduling a public hearing on a proposed gross receipts tax for economic development. The meeting also includes routine approvals of bills, minutes, budget adjustments, and contracts.

CA11: Grant agreement for $3,125,000 for Chaparral Public Safety Facility
19: Grant application for $1,083,304 (county match $270,827) for La Luz railroad crossing
20: Request to advertise and schedule public hearing on Ordinance 26-03 for a countywide local option gross receipts tax
CA13: Establish a $250 flat fee for handling and shipping cremated remains
CA8: Award RFP 26-007 Auditor Services to Patillo, Brown, and Hill LLP

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1101 New York Avenue, Room 123, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO REGULAR MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 9:00 AM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” SALUTE TO THE FLAG OF NEW MEXICO “I salute the flag of the state of New Mexico, the Zia symbol of perfect friendship among united cultures.” APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. Sheriff’s Office Report: TBRDA Report: Emergency Services Report Road Department Report: Project Manager Report: Detention Center Report: Forest Service Report: Consent Agenda: CA1 Request approval of Accounts Payable Bills Lists BL#39, BL#39A, BL#39B, BL#40, BL#40A, BL#41, and BL#42. Submitted by: Julianne Hall, Finance Director CA2 Request approval of April 1, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes. Submitted by: Selina Maes, Clerk CA3 Request approval of April 8, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes. Submitted by: Selina Maes, Clerk CA4 Request approval of April 9 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 09:00

County Commission Special Meeting

Commission to review FY27 budget and consider additional items

The Otero County Commission will hold a special meeting to approve a proclamation for the National Day of Prayer and conduct a budget work session. The work session will review the current FY27 budget status and consider additional items not addressed in the previous session.

Proclamation - National Day of Prayer
Budget work session to review FY27 budget status
Consideration of additional budget items not previously presented

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1101 New York Avenue, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Wednesday, April 29, 2026 - 9:00 AM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL Presentations: APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. New Business: 1 Proclamation - National Day of Prayer Submitted by: Pamela Heltner, County Manager 2 The purpose of this budget work session is to review and discuss the current budget status for FY27, and consider additional items not presented at the previous budget work session. Submitted by: Julianne Hall, Finance Director ADJOURNMENT

Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 10:00

County Commission Special Meeting

Local entities present FY27 Community Services grant funding requests

The County Commission will hear presentations from local entities seeking FY27 Community Services grant funding. The submissions were prepared by Finance Director Julianne Hall. No other agenda items require discussion beyond routine consent agenda items.

Presentations by local entities requesting FY27 Community Services grant funding

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 10:00 AM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. New Business: 1 Presentations by local entities requesting FY27 Community Services grant funding Submitted by: Julianne Hall, Finance Director ADJOURNMENT

Thu Apr 16, 2026 · 17:00

County Commission Special Meeting

County approves lease of Otero County Processing Center to MTC for $477k/month

The Otero County Commission will vote on Resolution #04-16-26/114-72 to authorize a lease of the Otero County Processing Center at 26 McGregor Range Road to Management & Training Corporation. The lease provides $477,000 per month, or $5,724,000 annually, to service the County’s Series 2007 prison bonds with an outstanding balance of about $14,330,000. The agreement also grants MTC an option to purchase the facility, with a $50,000 option fee and closing no earlier than April 1, 2028. No general‑fund money is required; the revenue will be used to retire the bonds.

Lease of Otero County Processing Center at 26 McGregor Range Road to Management & Training Corporation
Monthly rent of $477,000 (annual $5,724,000) to fund Series 2007 prison bonds
Lease term of 128 consecutive monthly payments, ending December 31, 2036
Option to purchase with $50,000 nonrefundable fee and $457,100 earnest money; closing no earlier than April 1, 2028
No general‑fund obligation; revenue bonds only

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1101 New York Avenue, Alamogordo

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COUNTY OF OTERO, NEW MEXICO SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA County Administration Building 1101 New York Avenue, Room 123 Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 5:00 PM Commission Chairman: Vickie Marquardt, District 3 Commission Vice-Chairman: Gerald Matherly, District 1 Commission Member: Amy Barela, District 2 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF AGENDA All items marked “CA” will be approved by a single motion, these items on the “Consent Agenda” are considered routine and should not require further discussion. Items can be removed at the request of a Commissioner. New Business: 1 Request approval of Resolution #04-16-26/114-72, Authorization of Lease Agreement with Option to Purchase for the Otero II Facility at 26 McGregor Range. Submitted by: Roy Nichols, Attorney ADJOURNMENT Page 1 of 35 Agenda Item Submittal Otero County Commission Submitted by: Roy Nichols, Attorney Meeting date: April 16, 2026 Subject: Request approval of Resolution #04-16-26/114-72, Authorization of Lease Agreement with Option to Purchase for the Otero II Facility at 26 McGregor Range. Research/Background: The County owns the Otero County Processing Center (OCPC), a detention and correctional facility located at 26 McGregor Range Road, Chaparral, New Mexico. The facility was financed through the County's Prison Facility and Processing Center Revenue Bonds, Series 2007, which have an outstanding principal balance of approximately $14,330,000. Management & Training [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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