1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Pascualito M. Maestas.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural

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Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
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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
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural

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Land Acknowledgement Image.pdf (55 KB)
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
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
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American Flag and NM Flag.pdf (443 KB)
Subject
E. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
American FLAG pdf.pdf (474 KB)
Subject
F. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
File Attachments
Mountains Moment of Silence.pdf (246 KB)
Subject
G. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
File Attachments
06-13-2023 Meeting Agenda.pdf (554 KB)
2. 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@taosnm.gov. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

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3. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Introduction of newly hired full-time Parks & Recreation employee - Isaac Martinez, Recreation Specialist I; Effective 06/05/2023. (HR Director Tamara Chavez)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction of newly hired full-time Parks & Recreation employee - Isaac Martinez, Recreation Specialist I; Effective 06/05/2023. (HR Director Tamara Chavez)

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4. Presentations
5. 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 April 11, 2023 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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
Minutes

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Subject
B. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of May 4, 2023 Town Council Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes. ( Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

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Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of May 26, 2023 Town Council Emergency Meeting Minutes. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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 (Consent)

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Letter to the Attorney General's Office.pdf (373 KB)
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
D. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of May 31, 2023, Town Council Special Meeting Minutes. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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, Minutes

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Subject
E. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Contract TT-22-2417-5-A7-23 with Idea Peddler, LLC in the amount of $145,000, inclusive of gross receipts tax for providing public relations services and social media coordination for the Town of Taos Marketing and Tourism Department. (Marketing and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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
Preferred Date
Jun 13, 2023
Absolute Date
Jun 13, 2023
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$145,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
24-17-44005

Summary/Background:

 

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TT-21-18-7 Ideapeddler FY24.pdf (254 KB)
Idea Peddler TT-21-18 w 6 Amendments.pdf (1,139 KB)
FY24 Procurement Checklist - Idea Peddler.pdf (106 KB)
Subject
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Air Service Agreement TT-23-2417-3-A1 in the amount of $150,000 between the Town of Taos and TSVA Holdings, Inc., for the 2023 Summer Season.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. 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
Preferred Date
Jun 13, 2023
Absolute Date
Jun 13, 2023
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$150,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
29-00-44005

Summary/Background:

Amendment 1 to the contract TT-23-2417-3 that represents the Taos County contribution for summer air service as referenced by the MOU between Taos County and Town of Taos attached.

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MOU - Town of Taos and Taos County Charter Air Svc EXECUTED.pdf (305 KB)
TT-23-2417-3 Taos Air Summer Service 2023 Sig EXECUTED.pdf (243 KB)
TT-23-2417-3-A1.doc (154 KB)
6. Matters from Staff
7. 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 a liquor license application for a Restaurant "B" Liquor License for Taos Brewing Company, LLC dba Paseo Taco located at 900 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, New Mexico. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. 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:

 

Restaurant B License - Allows for service of beer, wine, and any spirits

File Attachments
Taos Brewing Company LLC Application.pdf (684 KB)
Notice - Town Website.pdf (43 KB)
Public Notice - Taos Brewing Company LLC pdf.pdf (502 KB)
Subject
B. Public hearing to discuss and obtain public input regarding a proposed ordinance to regulate the use, production, and disposal of single-use convenience products. (Planning and Zoning Director Christopher Larsen)
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. 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
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

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Single-Use Plastic Ban Ordinance - Draft.pdf (782 KB)
Public Notices - disposal of single-use convenience products New Mexico Press Association.pdf (424 KB)
8. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

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9. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Discussion

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10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of the reappointment of Norbert Mondragon to the Planning and Zoning Commission by Councilmember Evans.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

Original Term May 24, 2016, to June 30, 2017 - Three consecutive Terms ending 6/30/2019, 6/30/2021, and 6/30/2023

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Subject
B. Matters and Reports from the Council.
Meeting
Jun 13, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

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11. Adjourn