1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Daniel R. Barrone.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Discussion, Procedural
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Moment of Silence and Poetry Recitation by Marge Reading.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
E. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. July 27, 2021 Minutes of Town Council Regular Meeting.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. August 13, 2021 Minutes of Town Council Emergency Meeting.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

3. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens who wish to comment may submit comments or questions to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com. before the commencement of the meeting. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

4. Awards and Recognitions
5. Presentations
Subject
A. Public Relations and Marketing presentation by Ideapeddler, LLC.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Presentations
Type
Information

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 Resolution 21-40 for the hiring of Mateo Miera, an immediate family member of Town of Taos employees, Matthew Miera and Denise Romero. (HR Director Tamara Chavez)
Meeting
Sep 14, 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)
Fiscal Impact
No
Budgeted
Yes

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
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 21-47; budget adjustments to the following: 1) Community Grants Fund - Increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,583 and transfer town match of $5,176 for NM Clean and Beautiful total grant/town project of $11,759; 2) Airport Construction Fund - Increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $31,426 for the final FAA grant award for LAMS Repair; and 3) Special Events Enterprise Fund - Increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $33,000 from a donation received for the Big Barn Dance. (Finance Director Marietta Fambro)
Meeting
Sep 14, 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
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
Community Grants Fund - NM Clean & Beautiful Grant/Town Match; Airport Fund - FAA Grant and Special Enterprise Fund - Donation of funds
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 Community Grants Fund will increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $6,583 for the NM Clean and Beautiful grant received and transferring from Town Match of $5,176 to the grant/town line item to cover the entire project.  The second item under the Airport Fund will increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $31,426 to account for final grant award for repairs and maintenance of the airport monitoring system, original budget was $82,837 final amount was $114,263.  The third item will increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $33,000 for a donation received from the La Centra-Sumerlin Foundation for expenses associated with the Michael Hearne Big Barn dance as approved by the donor.

 

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. Financial Update for July 2021 by Finance Director Marietta Fambro.
Meeting
Sep 14, 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
Discussion, Information

Summary/Background:

 

7. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Capital Appropriation Project 21-F2916 (TT-22-21) in the amount of $1,375,000 for the renovation of the Taos Regional Airport parking lot. (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$1,375,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-00-37075
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos received $1,375,000 for to plan, design, construct and renovate the parking lot at the Taos Regional Airport.  These funds were a combination of funds received from the Governor's office and the Town's legislative representatives.

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 3 to Contract TT-21-18 (TT-22-12) with Ideapeddler, LLC in the amount of $213,000, inclusive of gross receipts tax for providing public relations, social media coordination and marketing services for the Town of Taos Marketing and Tourism Department. (Public Affairs and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$213,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
24-17-44005 a. and b.
Recommended Action
approval

Summary/Background: Referenced contract was procured and awarded through a request for proposals process (RFP #19-20-08).

 

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of TT-22-15 Amendment #2 to TT-20-49, a professional service agreement with Downtown Taos, LLC, in the amount of $50,000. (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$50,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
Line item 30-51-44005 - $25,000 & 53-14-44005 t. - $25,000
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
3. Economic Development

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos is contracting with Downtown Taos, LLC, designate for the MainStreet program, to stimulate the preservation and enhancement of the traditional commercial district in the Downtown area of the Town of Taos through education, historic preservation, beautification, promotion of community and civic pride, and combating the underlying reasons for the physical and economic deterioration of the district.  The primary goal of the Downtown Taos LLC will be to operate a tax-exempt corporation dedicated to establishing and maintaining a livable, walkable and economically vibrant town center, henceforth known as the Taos MainStreet District.

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 21-43, "A Resolution of the Town of Taos authorizing the adoption of the 2021-2022 Economic Transformation Strategy (ETS) for Taos Mainstreet and authorizing a contract between the Town of Taos and Downtown Taos, LLC for the implementation of the ETS and the operation of the Taos Mainstreet Program." (Pending Review) (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$50,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
30-51-44005
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
3. Economic Development

Summary/Background:

 

8. 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 of the FY 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. 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
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos is hosting a second public hearing to discuss the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan.

 

The Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) provides a framework for decisions about community growth and development, covers a five-year period and is developed and submitted annually. It includes funding time frames, estimated costs, justifications, and the details of each specific project proposed, by year, over a five-year period. The plan includes repair or replacement of existing infrastructure and the development of new infrastructure.

 

Some general guidelines regarding the projects are: 

1) Must have a value of $10,000 and a useful life of at least 10 years;

2) Repair or replacement of existing infrastructure and/or the development of new infrastructure;

3) Not part of the annual budget; and,

4) Project must be owned by the Town.

 

ICIP Publication - The complete ICIP Publication will be available before the 2022 Legislative SessionThe ICIP Publication will include the project summary and the top 5 projects of all participating entities and will be available on the web at: http://nmdfa.state.nm.us/ICIP.aspx.

 

A notice announcing the ICIP publication is sent to the Governor of New Mexico, all Legislators, Legislative Finance Council, Legislative Council Service, and all participating entities.

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 21-46, "A Resolution Adopting the FY 2023-2027 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)" (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. 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
Preferred Date
Sep 14, 2021
Absolute Date
Sep 14, 2021
Fiscal Impact
No
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
7. Community Planning
6. Environmental
5. Town Employee Compensation
3. Economic Development
1. Housing

Summary/Background:

 

The Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) provides a framework for decisions about community growth and development, covers a five-year period and is developed and submitted annually. It includes funding time frames, estimated costs, justifications, and the details of each specific project proposed, by year, over a five-year period. The plan includes repair or replacement of existing infrastructure and the development of new infrastructure.

 

Some general guidelines regarding the projects are: 

1) Must have a value of $10,000 and a useful life of at least 10 years;

2) Repair or replacement of existing infrastructure and/or the development of new infrastructure;

3) Not part of the annual budget; and,

4) Project must be owned by the Town.

 

ICIP Publication - The complete ICIP Publication will be available before the 2022 Legislative SessionThe ICIP Publication will include the project summary and the top 5 projects of all participating entities and will be available on the web at: http://nmdfa.state.nm.us/ICIP.aspx.

 

A notice announcing the ICIP publication is sent to the Governor of New Mexico, all Legislators, Legislative Finance Council, Legislative Council Service, and all participating entities.

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible Final Plat approval for a 17 lot Planned Unit Development Subdivision for a Mobile Home Park on Camino de la Merced, Parcel #1073147342409. The subject property is approximately 3.741 acres and is in an R-4 "Residential" Zone located within the Town limits of the Town of Taos. Case No. PZ2021-01 (Planning and Zoning Director Nathan Sanchez)
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. 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
Fiscal Impact
No

Summary/Background:

Interactive Property Map

9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Coronavirus update by Town Manager Richard Bellis.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

Case counts improved in Taos County and New Mexico, while continuing to rise gradually across the USA.

 

We are at an interesting point in New Mexico where cases are declining, hospitalizations are stable, and deaths are increasing. Reflecting the relative lag between these variables.

 

An important point to note is that due to the Labor Day Weekend, NMDoH reported for four days on Tuesday, September 7. Making week on week comparisons more difficult. To avoid comparing last week’s 6 days with the prior week’s 8 days, I took the daily average from each week and applied a factor to create a 7 day projection for each week. I believe this is to be a fair and reasonable way to analyze recent trends.

 

Summary:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution No. 21-48 declaring a public health emergency.
Meeting
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Sep 14, 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
Sep 14, 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
Sep 14, 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
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Sep 14, 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
Sep 14, 2021 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

13. Adjourn