Homelessness in New Mexico local government
What New Mexico city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about homelessness — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
76 New Mexico meetings since 2024 covered homelessness. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in New Mexico with the most homelessness activity
- Santa Fe, NM (41)
- Bernalillo County, NM (15)
- Albuquerque, NM (7)
- Gallup, NM (2)
- Los Alamos County, NM (2)
- Las Cruces Public Schools, NM (2)
- Farmington, NM (1)
- Edgewood, NM (1)
- Roswell, NM (1)
- Eunice, NM (1)
- Lea County, NM (1)
- McKinley County, NM (1)
Latest matching meetings
Santa Fe reviews 36-pallet shelter project at 2395 Richards Ave
This is an Early Neighborhood Notification meeting for a proposed temporary shelter project at 2395 Richards Avenue. The project would place 36 prefabricated pallet shelters, along with laundry, community, and administrative buildings, on the site, operated by The Life Link with 24/7 staffing. The meeting is virtual…
Animal Control Authority discusses budget updates and new dispatch software
The Animal Control Authority is reviewing FY27 budget details, shelter statistics, and personnel updates. The department is also considering a transition to 'Animal Shelter Manager' software to better track calls and dispatch officers.
City considers permanent closure of Lincoln and Palace Avenues near Plaza Park
The Governing Body will vote on a consent agenda including a resolution to permanently close Lincoln Avenue and Palace Avenue adjacent to Plaza Park and annually close surrounding streets from Memorial Day to October 31. Other consent items include a $750,000 increase for homelessness prevention cash assistance, a…
Finance Committee to consider permanently closing Lincoln and Palace avenues next to Plaza Park
The Finance Committee will review a consent agenda with several contract amendments and budget adjustments, including a resolution to permanently close Lincoln Avenue and Palace Avenue adjacent to Plaza Park. The committee also will consider an ordinance amending fee-in-lieu calculations for affordable housing units…
Committee to vote on resolution closing Plaza Park streets permanently
The Quality of Life Committee will consider multiple consent agenda items, including a budget adjustment for Urban Alchemy street outreach, a $750,000 amendment to a homelessness prevention contract, a $350,000 grant for community violence response, and an ordinance changing affordable housing fee calculations. The…
Council weighs terminating $7.9M Urban Alchemy homeless contract
The Governing Body will vote on a consent agenda covering union contracts, dam repairs, and insurance renewals, and discuss several major items including terminating a $7.9M homeless outreach contract, funding airport terminal expansion, and transferring $7.6M to the affordable housing trust fund.
Committee to vote on terminating $7.9M homeless outreach contract
The Finance Committee will consider a consent agenda of 19 items, including budget adjustments, contracts, and a contract termination. Notable actions include terminating a $7.9 million homeless outreach contract with Urban Alchemy, transferring $7.6 million to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, approving dam…
Board discusses SFCC MOU, homelessness updates, and education contest
The Veterans Advisory Board will discuss several new business items including an update on the Santa Fe Community College Memorandum of Understanding, homelessness updates, and a potential education contest. The board will also vote to approve minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting and receive a reminder about the 4th…
Council to consider resolution adding seniors to micro community at 2395 Richards Ave
The Governing Body will vote on a large consent agenda including liquor permits, trail projects, security guard contract amendments, and a new airport passenger fee. Discussion items include a resolution to expand the micro community shelter at 2395 Richards Avenue to serve seniors, a $1.34 million emergency homeless…
Finance Committee to consider $4.4M in security contract hikes and new airport fee
The Finance Committee will vote on a consent agenda containing 17 action items, including budget adjustments, contract amendments, and a proposed $3 per passenger facility charge at Santa Fe Regional Airport. The committee will also discuss the FY2027 annual budget and a resolution to make the wellness leave pilot…
Committee to consider adding seniors to micro community at 2395 Richards Ave
The Quality of Life Committee will discuss and vote on several consent agenda items, including contract amendments for homeless shelter operations and a resolution to include seniors in a planned micro community. A presentation on green infrastructure initiatives is also scheduled. The committee will consider budget…
Council to vote on selling seven city parcels to housing trust for $4.49M
The Governing Body will hold a public hearing on the sale of seven city-owned parcels in Las Estrellas to Santa Fe Housing Trust for $4,490,000. The council will also hear public comment on bills to increase reckless driving penalties and to approve a ground lease for the Midtown Visual Arts Center. The FY2027…
Committee considers $244K FAA grant amendment for airport apron reconstruction
The Finance Committee will review consent agenda items including a $244,007 FAA grant amendment for terminal apron reconstruction, a $2 million contract for UV3000 replacement parts, and two $1.08 million landscaping contracts for the airport. The committee will also consider amendments to homeless services contracts…
Committee to consider $340k increase for St. Elizabeth's Shelter homeless contract
The Quality of Life Committee will vote on approval of meeting minutes, two contract amendments for homeless services, and the CDBG 2026 Annual Action Plan. The amendments increase funding for St. Elizabeth's Shelter by $340,000 to a total of $590,000 and for Christ Lutheran Church by $136,000 to a total of $272,000…
Committee to review sale of 7 city-owned parcels in Las Estrellas for $4.49M to housing trust
The Quality of Life Committee will consider consent agenda items including approval of an exclusive negotiation agreement with Homewise Inc. for Midtown tracts, a $4M automated speed enforcement contract, a $1.93M animal shelter services agreement, and a $238K DUI court program. They will also discuss a resolution to…
Regional Animal Shelter presentation highlights otherwise procedural meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Commission will hold a largely procedural meeting with an informational presentation on the Regional Animal Shelter by Brittany Gault. No new or old business is listed. Department updates from Parks and Recreation and Cultural Affairs directors are also informational.
Committee to appoint new members and officers, hear SB3 update
The Human Services Committee will consider new member recommendations and appoint a chair and vice chair. Presentations include an update on Senate Bill 3, mid-year grantee updates, and grantee funding expenditure updates. Staff will introduce a new Project Administrator and provide an update on Esperanza Shelter.
Bill requiring ICMA credential for city managers up for committee review
The Quality of Life Committee will consider a bill requiring city managers to be ICMA-credentialed, along with several grant agreements and a resolution on Open Meetings Act notice standards. The committee also receives a presentation on inclusionary zoning policy. Action items include approval of minutes, traffic…
Edgewood Animal Welfare Board to review 2025 shelter stats and plan FY27 budget
The Edgewood Animal Welfare Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of prior minutes and reports from the shelter manager. New business includes reviewing 2025 shelter statistics, beginning budget planning for fiscal year 2027, and discussing shelter marketing ideas. The meeting is…
Committee to review 2027 Capital Improvements Plan priorities
The Finance & Government Operations Committee will discuss several ordinances and resolutions, including city code amendments and grant fund authorizations. The body is reviewing priorities and funding allocations for the 2027 General Obligation Bond Program.
Human Services Committee to discuss shelter updates and approve minutes
The Santa Fe Human Services Committee will meet virtually to approve the December 16 agenda and minutes from October 21. The agenda includes updates on the Esperanza Shelter site visit and small grant matters.
Council considers emergency winter shelter funding and electrical grid rental
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.
Veterans Advisory Board to elect leadership and discuss strategic plan
The Veterans Advisory Board will nominate and elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also discuss a strategic plan for 2026-2029 and a memorandum of understanding with SFCC. Other items include a discussion on micro-communities to address veteran homelessness.
Committee reviews comprehensive Land Development Code overhaul
The Quality of Life Committee is reviewing several budget amendments, contract extensions for housing services, and three significant bills. These include updates to the city's minimum wage, vehicle noise enforcement, and a comprehensive repeal and replacement of the Land Development Code.
Board receives updates on columbarium and committal shelter projects
The South Park Cemetery Board will approve the meeting agenda and the September 16 minutes. It will hear non‑action reports, including the sexton’s burial services report, the bookkeeper’s activity report, and updates on the columbarium at South Park Cemetery and the committal shelter addition at General Douglas…
Veterans Advisory Board to discuss homeless project and 2026-2029 strategic plan
The Veterans Advisory Board will meet to discuss a homeless project and a strategic plan for 2026-2029. The board will also review committee membership status and updates for the 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony.
Committee to allocate carryforward funding, hear shelter updates
The Human Services Committee will consider allocating carryforward funding, receive program updates from Interfaith Community Shelter and Esperanza Shelter, and discuss new member recommendations and the 2026 meeting calendar. A new Division Director will also be introduced.
Homeless Coordinating Council to discuss MOU and elect chairs
The Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting to review a Memorandum of Understanding and elect its chairs. The body will also receive updates on homelessness affecting veterans, Native Americans, and African Americans, as well as reentry and prevention efforts.
Health Council hears regional homelessness presentation
The Los Alamos County Health Council will receive a presentation on homelessness in the region from local service providers. The meeting will also include routine approval of minutes, member reports, and a county liaison update.
Council to consider charter review commission on mayor and councilor powers
The Governing Body will consider a resolution to convene a Charter Review Commission by April 2026 to examine mayor and city councilor powers. The consent agenda includes over a dozen contracts and agreements, including a $938,322 contract for demolition at Midtown, a $250,000 agreement for homeless services, and a…
Finance Committee reviews sewer contracts and water fluoride ordinance
The Finance Committee is reviewing a series of construction contracts, grant agreements, and budget amendments. The body will also consider ordinances regarding water fluoridation and plaza vendor licenses.
Committee will consider a $250,000 contract with St. Elizabeth’s Shelter for homeless services
The Quality of Life Committee will vote on several consent agenda items, including a $250,000 professional services contract with St. Elizabeth’s Shelter Corporation for homeless service response through June 30, 2026. It will also consider a $149,087.68 increase to a digital media agreement with Midwest Tape, LLC, a…
Board to vote on cancelling Nov and Dec 2025 meetings
The Veterans Advisory Board will discuss goals for 2026 and vote on cancelling the November and December 2025 committee meetings. Old business includes updates on Veterans Day preparations and homelessness among veterans. The meeting is procedural with no financial actions.
Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council meets on Sept 9, 2025
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council will hold a virtual meeting on September 9, 2025, to discuss regional homelessness services and housing frameworks. The agenda includes updates on the Westside Shelter, veterans, Native American and African American homelessness, reentry, and homelessness prevention…
Budget process reform ordinance and multiple contract awards on agenda
The Finance & Government Operations Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed overhaul of the city's budget proposal and oversight process. The agenda also includes multiple contract recommendations for landscape and irrigation services, rental car shuttle bus operations, and a…
Homeless Coordinating Council to hear updates on Westside Shelter and homelessness programs
The Bernalillo County Homeless Coordinating Council is meeting virtually to review and approve the agenda and July minutes, and to receive updates from various partners on homelessness initiatives, including the Westside Shelter, HopeWorks, and specific population updates. The meeting is primarily informational, with…
Ballot measures on mayor's power and $3.4M for street outreach up for vote
The Quality of Life Committee will consider consent agenda items including a $3.4 million budget amendment for Urban Alchemy street outreach and shelter management, a $780,000 contract increase for Interfaith Community Shelter, and a $507,148 contract for convention center boilers. The committee will also review two…
Homeless Coordinating Council to receive updates on specific population needs
The Homeless Coordinating Council will meet to discuss services and affordable housing for people experiencing homelessness. The meeting focuses on status updates for several specific demographic groups.
City to approve multiple service agreements and contracts
The Governing Body will consider approving a series of service agreements and contracts for various city departments and community partners, including funding for homeless services, behavioral health programs, and utility billing. The agenda also includes a budget amendment to move excess convention center revenue and…
Committee to consider $2.67M Verizon wireless contract
The Quality of Life Committee will hear a presentation on CONNECT and vote on a consent agenda with 26 items, including major service contracts and two resolutions. The largest single contract is a $2,674,170.60 agreement with Verizon for wireless voice, data, and accessories. The committee will also review several…