1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Pascualito M. Maestas.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Land Acknowledgement: "It is respectful to recognize the unique and enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous People and their traditional territories. We acknowledge that we are on the historic homeland of the Red Willow People within the original territory of Taos Pueblo. This acknowledgement will oblige as a reminder of our ongoing efforts to respectfully recognize, honor, reconcile and partner with the Red Willow People whose land and water we benefit from in this great valley today."
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
D. 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."
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
F. Moment of Silence
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
G. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. April 11, 2022 Town Council Workshop Meeting minutes.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. April 12, 2022 Town Council Regular Meeting minutes.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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. Citizens will have the opportunity to speak for a maximum of 5 minutes. No action may be taken.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

4. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Introduction of newly hired part-time Recreation Department employee - Emily P. Martinez, Lifeguard I; Effective May 17, 2022.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction of newly hired part-time Recreation Department employee - Emily P. Martinez, Lifeguard I; Effective May 17, 2022

5. Presentations
Subject
A. Presentation by David Elliot and Lisa O'Brien with Enchanted Circle Community Organizations Active in Disaster (EC COAD).
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Presentations
Type

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.
7. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 22-01A amending Open Meetings Resolution 22-01. The amendment shall change the Town Council Meetings to hybrid in-person/virtual format and meetings will be conducted at the Town Council Chambers, 120 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos, New Mexico. All other provisions to Resolution 22-01 shall remain unchanged. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of out-of-state travel request for Detective Elise Iringan to attend the National Law Enforcement Training on Child Exploitation held in Atlanta, GA June 14, 15, 16, 2022. The New Mexico Office of The Attorney General will cover all travel, lodging and per diem expenses. (Police Chief John Wentz)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
May 24, 2022
Absolute Date
May 24, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-14-41001
Recommended Action
Approval

Summary/Background:

Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Out-of-State Travel Request for Detective Elise Iringan to attend the National Law Enforcement Training on Child Exploitation held in Atlanta, GA June 14, 15, 16, 2022.  The NM Office of The Attorney General will cover all travel, lodging and per diem expenses.  

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of grant agreement NMDoT-A SKX-22-01 in the amount of $1,600,000 for an airport apron project. (Assistant Town Manager Lynda Perry)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
May 24, 2022
Absolute Date
May 24, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$1,600,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
To Be Determined
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
3. Economic Development
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

The function of an airport apron is to accommodate aircraft during loading and unloading of passengers and/or cargo.  Activities such as fueling, maintenance, and short to long-term parking take place on the apron.  There are two aircraft parking aprons serving the Taos Regional Airport.  The East Apron is approximately 11,500 SY with 24 tie-downs while the West Apron is 8,560 SY with 9 tie downs.

 

The existing airport apron condition has been steadily deteriorating over the last 20 years and shows extensive deep cracking .  NMDoT-A periodically performs a Pavement Condition Index which indicates the condition of the pavement.  The PCI ratings are from 1-100 with the high end indicating good conditions and the lower end as poor conditions.  The PCI Index groupings are as follows:

 

0-40 - Reconstruction

41-55 - Major Rehabilitation

56-70 - Major Rehabilitation/Preventative Maintenance

71-85 - Preventative Maintenance - Light Preventative Maintenance

86-100 - Preventative Maintenance

 

In 2016, the East Apron scored a 62 and NMDoT's current analysis showed a drop to 60 for 2022 while the West Apron scored a 57 in 2016 and dropped to 55 in 2022.

 

Beginning on the west side (the side with the most deterioration), the project is divided into four phases/areas:

 

Area 1 West side - (in front of the FBO) - Estimated construction cost of $1,400,000

Area 2 - Estimated construction cost - $1,500,000

Area 3 - $1,200,000 - Estimated construction cost $1,200,000

Area 4 -  East side - Estimated construction cost of $2,200,000

 

The grant will be utilized for Phase 1 (Area 1) and is fully funded at 100%, requiring no match. 

 

 

 

 

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the 2022/2023 Fiscal Year Interim Budget. (Finance Director Lupe Martinez)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
E. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 22-27 Declaring Phase 3 Water Restrictions (Francisco "French" Espinoza, Director of Public Works)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
May 24, 2022
Absolute Date
May 24, 2022
Fiscal Impact
No
Recommended Action
Approval of Resolution 22-27 to implement Phase 3 Water Restriction

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, consideration and possible approval of Liquor License Application No.1221351 for a Restaurant A "Beer and Wine" liquor license for Plant Base Cafe, LLC dba Plant Base Cafe located at 106 Des Georges Pl., Taos, New Mexico. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval on the ratification of Ordinance No. 22-03 "An Emergency Ordinance Declaring Hazardous Fire Conditions and Imposing Restrictions on Open Fires, Smoking and Other Ignition Sources." (Fire Marshal Erik Oiesen-Vreeke)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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

Summary/Background:

Emergency Ordinance 22-03 was approved by the Council on April 26, 2022.

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Ordinance 22-05 "An Emergency Ordinance Declaring Hazardous Fire Conditions and Imposing Restrictions on Open Fires, Smoking and Other Ignition Sources." (Fire Marshal Erik Oiesen-Vreeke)
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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

Summary/Background:

 

9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution No. 22-23 reaffirming a declaration of a health emergency for the Town of Taos and the imposition of preventive measures for the public and Town employees.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 22-24 reaffirming the emergency proclamation resulting from the Hermit's Peak Fire and authorizing the Mayor to investigate and provide penalties for price gouging.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Resolution 22-26 proclaiming extreme or severe drought conditions within the Town of Taos and to ban the sale and use of certain fireworks in the Town.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Resolution 22-25 identifying the need for and the rules governing the operation of a farmers market within the Town's Historic District and grant of a license to operate a farmers market on Town property.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
E. Discussion, consideration, possible approval for the removal of Jack Meyers from the Finance Committee.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
F. Discussion, consideration, and ratification of Mayor Maestas's appointment of Jack Meyers to the Audit Committee.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
G. Discussion, consideration and ratification of Mayor Maestas's appointment of Susan Trujillo to the Finance Committee.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
H. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
I. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of out-of-state travel for Mayor Maestas and Interim Town Manager Andrew Gonzales to attend a meeting and tour the Moxie affordable housing in Durango Colorado.
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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
May 24, 2022 - 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
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
May 24, 2022 - 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
May 24, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

13. Adjourn