1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Daniel R. Barrone.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Discussion, Procedural
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Moment of Silence and Poetry Recitation by Ariana Kramer.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
E. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. April 13, 2021 Minutes of the Town Council Regular Meeting
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

3. Awards and Recognitions
4. Presentations
Subject
A. A presentation by Randolph Pierce in regards to the installation of a modular pump track at the Youth and Family Center.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Presentations
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background

 

Wiki page on pump tracks.

This is a short video on how to ride a pump track.

This link is from the American Ramp Company's website on modular pump tracks.

Here's a page of pump track photos.

Here are some excerpts from How to Ride a Pump Track and Why You Should:

“It’s kind of like a small rollercoaster that you can ride on,” says Eric Porter, a pro mountain biker who built a pump track in his own backyard. “It’s a tool to increase your handling skills on the bike, and it’s also something that’s really fun to ride.”

The beauty of a pump track, Porter says, is that it’s accessible to almost anyone and for all ability levels. You don’t have to be an advanced rider—don’t be surprised if you see a 2-year-old out there shredding on a balance bike. It’s a learning tool that’s fun for everyone.


 

 

5. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens who wish to comment before or during the meeting may submit comments or questions to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of auto renewal contract TT-19-17 with Diligent Corporation dba BoardDocs for the agenda management software in the amount of $20,600.00, exclusive of gross receipts tax for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Type
Action
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$20,600.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-11-43009

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 21-27; budget adjustment to the Special Events Enterprise Fund increasing expenditures in the amount of $102,500 for the upcoming 4th of July event. (Finance Director Marietta Fambro)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Type
Action (Consent)
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 08, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$102,500.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
Unreserved Fund Balance in the Special Events Enterprise Fund (55)
Recommended Action
Recommend Approval

Summary/Background: Town of Taos Policy requires Council approval on all budget transfers that transfer funds between costs categories, (i.e. Personnel, Operating Expenses and Capital Outlay, interfund transfer, budget increases, project to projects and new projects. This adjustment in the Special Events Enterprise Fund will decrease the unreserved fund balance and increase expenditures in the amount of $102,500 to cover the anticipated costs for the upcoming 4th of July event; it will also transfer $7,500 for the event from the line item that was not named at the beginning of the fiscal year due to the unforeseen status of events because of COVID-19.

 

The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of out-of-state travel for Detective Fidel Cordova to attend Officer-Involved Shooting and Use-of-Force Investigations Training in Colorado Springs, CO from June 20, 2021 - June 23, 2021, estimated cost $383.00. (Chief of Police Wentz)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 08, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$758.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
26-14-42001, 26-14-42002
Recommended Action
Approval

Summary/Background:  Discussion, consideration and possible approval of out-of-state travel for Detective Fidel Cordova to attend Officer-Involved Shooting and Use-of-Force Investigations Training in Colorado Springs, CO from June 20, 2021-June 23, 2021.  At this time our department does not have an Officer who has this training.  

 

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Contract TT-21-73 with Virtue Najjar Long Komer and Associates and the Law Offices of Stephen C. Ross, P.C. Total annual compensation under this agreement shall not exceed the sum of $155,706.58, exclusive of gross receipts tax. (Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Type
Action (Consent)
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 11, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$155,706.58
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-29-44005, 64-22-44005, 56-25-44005

Summary/Background:

 

The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Subject
E. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Contract TT-21-74 with Robles, Rael & Anaya, P.C. The total compensation under this agreement shall not exceed $103,804.40, exclusive of gross receipts tax. (Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Type
Action (Consent)
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 11, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$103,804.40
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-29-44005

Summary/Background:

 

The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
7. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to participate as an attendee during the virtual public hearing, please contact Town Clerk Francella Garcia before the meeting's commencement at (575)751-2004 or via email at fgarcia@taosgov.com
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Liquor License Application 1183565 for a Craft Distiller Liquor License with package sales for Rolling Still Bros. LLC dba Rolling Still Distillery located at 115 Alexander St. Taos, New Mexico. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to participate as an attendee during the virtual public hearing, please contact Town Clerk Francella Garcia before the meeting's commencement at (575)751-2004 or via email at fgarcia@taosgov.com
Type

Summary/Background:

 

Distance from the nearest church:   Miles/Feet:  0.51 mi/2.693'

 

Distance from the nearest school:  Miles/Feet:  0.46 mi/2,429'

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Ordinance 21-03 "An ordinance pursuant to NMSA 1978, Section 1-22-3.1 (2018) to opt-in to the Local Election Act for the election of the municipal officers of the Town of Taos." (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to participate as an attendee during the virtual public hearing, please contact Town Clerk Francella Garcia before the meeting's commencement at (575)751-2004 or via email at fgarcia@taosgov.com
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

8. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of full closure of Taos Plaza on Saturday, June 26, 2021, for The Paseo Project to conduct a crosswalk project during the same time as the Farmers Market from 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Facilities and Special Events Director Mitch Miller)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type
Action (Consent)
Fiscal Impact
No
Recommended Action
Approval of full closure of Taos Plaza on Saturday, June 26th for the Paseo to conduct a crosswalk project during the same time as Farmers Market from 7am - 4pm.

Paseo project will be painting crosswalks during the Farmers Market, on Saturday the 26th, and request that the entire Plaza be closed from 7am - 4pm. The Farmers Market will take the opportunity to use the north side of the Plaza for a "Community Day," and invite service organizations/nonprofits to set up tables and tents.

 

The items in the Consent Agenda below have been reviewed by the Mayor and the Mayor has placed these items on the Consent Agenda for the purpose of voting on all items with one vote. The items listed are for the Council's consideration and approval.
Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of FAA Grant Awards 3-35-0041-040-2021 and 3-35-0041-042-2021 for a total award of $5,823,932 for the design, construction and administrative services of the reconstruction of Taxiway A and Connector Taxiways A1, A2, A3, A4, A and B. (Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 08, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$5,823,932.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-15-45003
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

This project will entail the reconstruction of Taxiway A and Connector Taxiways A1, A2, A3, A4, and A5.  The PER and Design portion of the project were respectively completed under AIP -3-35-0041-034-2018 and AIP 3-35-0041-035-2019.  The report provided three rehabilitation solutions to the FAA, State and Town.  The conclusion was, due to the insufficient existing asphalt pavement thickness, milling the asphalt and overlaying the milled surface is not warranted.  Therefore, Taxiway A and Connector taxiways will be reconstructed.  Taxiway A provides the only access from Runway 13/31 to the existing apron.  The pavement strength for a portion of the reconstruction of Taxiway A will meet the same strength as Runway 13/31.  Beyond the apron, there is a portion of Taxiway A, from east end of apron to end of runway 4 that will meet the FAA approved fleet mix.  The connector taxiways will be designed to meet the same fleet mix as the used for the aster portion of Taxiway A.  Existing Taxiway A2 will be completely removed per the approved ALP.  The remaining connector taxiways will be renumbered and signs replaced accordingly.  These pavement sections have been reviewed and accepted by FAA.  Taxiway A width will be 50 feet up to the eastern edge of the apron.  All other new construction will have Taxiway widths of 35 feet.

 

Approximately 3,880 feet of Taxiway A, the portion of Taxiway A tied to the Runway 13/31 taxiway system will be designed to accommodate Taxiway Design Group (TDG)-3 standards and Airplane Design Group (ADG) - II standards.  This will provide a taxiway to the aircraft parking apron that meets the standards for those aircraft regularly utilizing Runway 13/31.  The other 1,370 feet of Taxiway A will be designed to accommodate TDG-2 and ADG-II standards.  This is consistent with the need to accommodate th aircraft currently utilizing Runway 4/22.  The pavement geometry design will be in accordance with FAA AC 150/5300-13A.  Specifically, Tables 3-5, 4-1, and 4-2 will be utilized to determine appropriate pavement geometry and required separations.

 

Connector Taxiways A1, A3, A4, and A5 will be designed to accommodate TDG-2 and ADG-II standards to accommodate the existing aircraft utilizing Runway 4-22.

 

The pavement sections were designed to accommodate the FAA approved aircraft fleet mix, which was completed with the project design in AIP No. 3-35-0041-034-2019,  FAA FAARFIELD software was utilized during the design of the pavement sections.  The Preliminary Engineering Report developed the pavement sections to be used in the design.

 

New pavement markings were designed to meet FAA AC 150/5340-1M.  Type III glass beads are specified for the painted surfaces.

 

Shoulder grading is required.  Underdrains will be installed under the Taxiway.  Culverts will be installed as required.

 

The airport PACS and SACS are in the proposed work area and be demolished.  A new set will be set for the airport in this project.

 

Retroreflector edge markers will be designed for new taxiway construction.  A separate bid schedule will be designed for LED lights to be installed for the new taxiway construction.

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of NMDot-A SKX-21-04, Air Service Grant Agreement in the amount of $200,000 with a match provided by Taos Ski Valley, Inc. of $200,000 to market air service to Dallas, Austin, Hawthorne/LA and Carlsbad/San Diego. (Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 08, 2021
Absolute Date
Jun 08, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$200,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-21-44001
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

 

During the 2018-2019 winter season, Taos Air launched air service to Austin and Dallas which resulted in a quantifiable increase in GRTs and Lodger's Taxes for the communities around the Enchanted Circle.  The 2019-2020 air service was expanded to add two new California destinations of Hawthorne/LA and Carlsbad/San Diego and was well on its way to exceeding the previous year when the Covid-19 pandemic hit and the flights were grounded.  Taos Air will begin its summer service to all four destinations on July 1, 2021.  The Town applied and received a marketing grant in the amount of $200,000 with a match of $200,000 from Taos Ski Valley, Inc. as approved by Council in the FY 2021-2022 interim budget.

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 21-28 a resolution of the Town of Taos declaring a civil and health emergency and authorizing public health and safety measures. (Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type
Action, Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Coronavirus update by Town Manager Richard Bellis.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

11. Matters and Reports from the Council
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Council.
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

12. Closed Executive Session
Subject
A. The Council may conduct a Closed Executive Session to engage in a discussion of matters subject to the attorney-client privilege pertaining to threatened or pending litigation in which the Town is or may become a participant pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7); to discuss purchase, acquisition or disposal of real property or water rights pursuant to NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1(H)(8); and/or to discuss limited personnel matters limited to discussion of the hiring, promotion, demotion, dismissal, assignment or resignation of a Town employee or the investigation or consideration of complaints or charges against a Town employee pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1-(H)(2).
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Action on items discussed in Closed Executive Session (as necessary, by motion.)
Meeting
Jun 8, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

13. Adjourn