1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Pascualito M. Maestas.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Land Acknowledgment: "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
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural

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
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
F. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Information, Procedural
Subject
G. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
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
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

3. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Certificate of Recognition presented to Tatiana Flores for her service as the Youth Councilmember.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Introduction of the Town of Taos Summer Youth Program Participants - Executive Department Intern Maximilian Griego; Police Department Intern Estrella Casias; Taos Public Library Interns Martina Miera and Gabriella Torrez. (Mayor Maestas)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction of the Town of Taos Summer Youth Program Participants - Executive Intern and Youth Council Member: Maximilian Griego, Taos Public Library Interns: Martina Miera and Gabriella Torrez, Police Dept. Intern: Estrella Casias. (Mayor Maestas).

Subject
C. Introduction and recognition of newly promoted employee, Luke J. Martinez, Police Sergeant (Presented by Chief Wentz)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Recognition of newly promoted Employee, Luke J. Martinez, Police Sergeant (Present by Chief Wentz)

Subject
D. Introduction and recognition of newly promoted employee, Antonio M. Quintana, Police Sergeant. (Presented by Chief Wentz)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Recognition of newly promoted Employee, Antonio M. Quintana, Police Sergeant. (Presented by Chief Wentz)

Subject
E. Introduction and recognition of newly promoted employee, James R. Suazo, Police Sergeant (Presented by Chief Wentz)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

Introduction and Recognition of newly promoted Employee, James R. Suazo, Police Sergeant (Presented by Chief Wentz)

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 June 27, 2023 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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), Minutes

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 July 11, 2023 Town Council Special Meeting Minutes. (Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration, and possible approval of Amendment 2 to contract TT-22-8232-1 with Souder Miller & Associates in the amount of $61,260.00, exclusive of New Mexico gross receipts tax for staff support services for the Taos Regional Landfill. (Assistant Town Manager Francisco Espinoza)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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
Jul 25, 2023
Absolute Date
Jul 25, 2023
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$65,548.20
Budget Source
82-32-44005
Recommended Action
approval
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)
6. Environmental

 

Summary/Background: Souder Miller & Associates (SMA) has been under contract to provide engineering and environmental services at the Taos Regional Landfill since December 16, 2021. These services were procured through a competitive request for proposals (RFP #21-22-02). The RFP is valid for four years and expires December 15, 2025.

 

The purpose of this request is to amend the contract to add staff support services and increase the total compensation. These services are needed due to staffing shortages at the Taos Regional Landfill. The Amendment is for six (6) months of support services.

 

Please refer to SMA's proposal for details.

 

Note: the Legal department is preparing the Amendment, and we hope to have a copy available for the meeting. 

 

Additional Information:

Contract TT-22-46, effective 12/16/2021 - 6/30/2022, approved by the TRLB on 12/16/2021, item VI-b. 

Contract TT-22-8232-1, effective 7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023, approved by the TRLB on 12/15/2022 and Town Council on 12/13/2022, item 7-B.

Amendment 1 TT-22-8232-1-A1-23, effective 7/1/2023 - 6/30/2024, approved by the TRLB on 6/15/2023, item 6-C and approved by Town Council on 6/27/2023, item 5-E.

Amendment 2 TT-22-8232-1-A2-23, is awaiting approval from the TRLB and Town Council. The approval is expected in the upcoming meetings on July 20, 2023, and July 25, 2023.

 

 

 

Subject
D. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 23-31 authorizing a contract between the Town of Taos and Downtown Taos, Inc. for continued implementation of the current economic transformation strategy and the operation of the Taos MainStreet Program for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. (Grants Administrator Denise Acosta)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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

Summary/Background:

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) covers a period of two (2) years beginning July 1, 2022. Through the execution of this biennial MOU, the New Mexico MainStreet program establishes an economic development partnership program with local, eligible communities. Local partners (the local revitalization organization and the local governing body), join their resources (human, social and financial) to directly support the economic development of the district.  

As a Main Street America State Coordinating Program, New Mexico MainStreet provides local MainStreet organizations and their local government partners with resources, training, and technical services that enhance local culture and heritage, and build the economic vitality of each participating communitys downtown, village plaza, town center, courthouse square, historic commercial corridor, or traditional neighborhood central business district. 

Subject
E. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 23-32, a Resolution of the Town of Taos Council approving the 2022-2023 Fourth and Final Quarter Financial Report Year Ending June 30, 2023. (Finance Director Lupe Martinez)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of DFA Resolution No. 41, 2023 FY Final Budget, a Resolution requesting to adjust 2023 FY Final Budget pursuant to fiscal year-end procedures. (Finance Director Lupe Martinez)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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)

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.
6. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Presentation of the Budget Summary Report by Town Manager Andrew Gonzales.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Matters from Staff
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 23-33, a Resolution adopting the 2023/2024 Fiscal Year Final Budget for the Town of Taos (Finance Director Lupe Martinez)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Consideration, discussion and possible selection of a plan for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant Planning application. (Grant Administrator Denise Acosta)
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
6. Matters from Staff
Type
Action (Consent)
Preferred Date
Jul 25, 2023
Absolute Date
Jul 25, 2023
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$50,000.00
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval of submitting an application for updating the Land Use and Development Code.

Summary/Background:

At the Town of Taos Council meeting on July 11, 2023 several projects were presented for consideration for this funding opportunity. Upon review of the projects presented, it was determined that that the project that was eligible for funding under the criteria for a CDBG Planning Grant application is the update of the Land Use and Development Code. 

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 may attend in-person, virtually, or submit their comments or questions in writing to Town Clerk Francella Garcia at fgarcia@taosnm.gov, and comments will be read during the meeting.
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Ordinance 23-11, an ordinance amending the Town of Taos Zoning Map and the Town of Taos Land Use Development Code. This Ordinance amends the Town of Taos official zoning map with respect to one parcel, 426 Cordoba Lane, totaling approximately 1 acre, as shown in attached Exhibit 'A', with UPC Number 1074148331200 and Owner Number 77715. (Senior Planner Dinah Gonzales)
Meeting
Jul 25, 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@taosnm.gov, and comments will be read during the meeting.
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jul 25, 2023
Absolute Date
Jul 25, 2023
Fiscal Impact
No

Interactive Property Map

 

8. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

9. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Subject
A. Mayor's appointment and Council's ratification of Max Griego to serve as the Town of Taos Youth Councilmember.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Action (Consent), Discussion

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. Matters and Reports from the Mayor.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Council.
Meeting
Jul 25, 2023 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

11. Adjourn