1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Pascualito M. Maestas.
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Aug 23, 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
Aug 23, 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
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
F. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
G. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. June 14, 2022 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. June 28, 2022 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

3. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens wishing to speak shall limit their comments to 5 minutes. Citizens may submit comments to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

4. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Introduction and Oath of Office for Brian M. Levine, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Fire Chief Abeyta)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Oath of Office for Brian M. Levine, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Chief Abeyta)

Subject
B. Introduction and Oath of Office for Gabriel Romero, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Fire Chief Abeyta)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Oath of Office for Gabriel Romero, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Chief Abeyta)

Subject
C. Introduction and Oath of Office for Mario M. Romero, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Fire Chief Abeyta)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Oath of Office for Mario M. Romero, from Firefighter II to Fire Lieutenant, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective July 9, 2022 (Introduction by Chief Abeyta)

Subject
D. Introduction of newly hired full-time Taos Police Department employee - Rebecca R. Rodriguez, Police Records Supervisor; Effective 08/17/2022 (HR Director Tamara Chavez)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction of newly hired full-time Taos Police Department employee - Rebecca R. Rodriguez, Police Records Supervisor; Effective 08/17/2022 (HR Director Tamara Chavez).

Subject
E. Retirement proclamation in recognition of Lynda D. Perry celebrating her 8 years of dedicated service to the Town of Taos. (Mayor Maestas)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
4. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Retirement proclamation in recognition of Lynda D. Perry celebrating her 8 years of dedicated service to the Town of Taos. (Mayor Maestas)

5. Presentations
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda 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 No. 22-50 reaffirming a declaration of a health emergency for the Town of Taos and the imposition of preventive measures for the public and Town employees. (Mayor Maestas)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Consent Agenda - The items in the Consent Agenda 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

Summary/Background:

 

7. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Acknowledgement Letter from Department of Finance & Administration - Local Government Division approving 2022/2023 FY Town of Taos Municipal Budget. (Finance Director Lupe Martinez)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type

Summary/Background:

Budgets approved by the LGD are required to be made a part of the minutes of your governing body according to Section 6-6-5 NMSA 1978.  In addition, Section 6-6-6 NMSA 1978, provides that the approved budget is binding on local officials and governing authorities;

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of SKX-22-01 Amendment #1 in the amount of $4,000,000 for rehabilitation of the Taos Regional Airport apron, 100% funded by New Mexico Department of Transportation Aviation Division. (Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Aug 23, 2022
Absolute Date
Aug 23, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$4,000,000.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
To Be Determined
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

On May 24, 2022, Town Council approved NMDoT-A grant agreement SKX-22-01 in the amount of $1,600,000 for the rehabilitation of the existing 20-year-old apron.  The apron is used for loading and unloading passengers, fueling aircraft, and short and long-term aircraft parking.  SKX 22-01 Amendment #1 in the amount of $4,000,000 will replace the former executed grant agreement    The grant will be used for the rehabilitation of Area 1, Area 2 and Area 3, as far as the funding will go.  Please see attached map.

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Legislative Appropriation 22-G3045 in the amount of $200,000 to purchase and equip vehicles for the police, fire, public works and facilities departments. (Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Aug 23, 2022
Absolute Date
Aug 23, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$200,000.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
To be determined.
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

A legislative appropriation in the amount of $200,000 was received specifically to purchase and equip vehicles for the police, fire, public works and facilities departments.

Subject
D. Presentation by Steve Burstein, with Architectural Research Consultants and discussion on Phase II of the 2022 Comprehensive Plan. Phase II consists of suggested amendments to the Land Use Development Code. The Town Council may recommend to staff the direction to take in regards to Phase III of the Comprehensive Plan, which includes implementing the recommended amendments. (Planning and Zoning Director Nathan Sanchez)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action (Consent)

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 ratification of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant agreement SKX-SWG-3-35-0041-046-2022 in the amount of $555,555 for the reconstruction of Taxiway A and Connector Taxiways. Contingent upon review and approval by the Finance Department. (Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Aug 23, 2022
Absolute Date
Aug 23, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$555,555.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
To Be Identified by Finance
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

FAA had supplemental funding available to suppplement an existing maintenance project and the funding was awarded to Taxiway A to extend the taxiway to the apron.  This is a 100% FAA funded project.

Subject
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Change Order #1 in the amount of $105,927.50 inclusive of gross receipts tax and Change Order #2 in the amount of $2,126.03 inclusive of gross receipts tax to K Barnett & Sons for reconstruction work on Taxiway A to be 100% funded through FAA 3-35-0041-046-2022. Contingent upon review and approval by the Finance Department.(Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Aug 23, 2022
Absolute Date
Aug 23, 2022
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$108,053.62
Budget Source
To Be Determined by Finance
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

FAA provided a supplemental grant 3-35-0041-046-2022  for the reconstruction of Taxiway A.  The areas to be reconstructed are identified on the attached map as Sheet 4.9 (identified with a square around it) and Sheet 4.8 (the culvert and the small patch to the apron).  Both are extensions to the apron.

Subject
G. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 22-51, "A Resolution Adopting the FY 2024-2028 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)." (Assistant Town Manager Francisco "French" Espinoza)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Aug 23, 2022
Absolute Date
Aug 23, 2022
Fiscal Impact
No
Budgeted
No
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval
Goals
7. Community Planning

Summary/Background:

 

On Monday, August 22, Council reviewed the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) and a final ranking will be conducted at this regularly scheduled meeting.  The 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 infrastructure capital improvement project proposed, by year, over the 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 2023 Legislative Session. The 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.

8. Public Hearings - Citizens may attend in-person, virtually, or submit their comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting.
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Ordinance 22-09 amending the official zoning map of the Town of Taos and the Land Use Development Code with respect to a parcel totaling 20.644 acres with UPC Number 107314045311 and owner number 70242 for a planned unit development. (Planning and Zoning Director Nathan Sanchez)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Public Hearings - Citizens may attend in-person, virtually, or submit their comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting.
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Aug 23, 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 employment agreement with Town Manager Andrew Gonzales. (Continued from the August 9, 2022, Town Council Regular Meeting.)
Meeting
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
Aug 23, 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
Aug 23, 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
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Aug 23, 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
Aug 23, 2022 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

13. Adjourn