1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Daniel R Barrone.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. May 20, 2019 Minutes of Town Council Special Meeting/Town Council Special Workshop Meeting
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
Subject
B. May 21, 2019 Minutes of Town Council Special Meeting
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
Subject
C. June 10, 2019 Minutes of Town Council Workshop Meeting
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Action, Minutes
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
3. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Introduction and Oath of Office for newly hired full-time Firefighter I, Joseph H. Miller, administered by Honorable Judge Chavez; Effective June 24, 2019
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information, Procedural

Summary/Background:

 

4. Presentations
5. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens who wish to speak must sign in on the Citizens Forum Sign-In Sheet prior to the start of the Council Meeting and will have the opportunity to speak for a maximum of 3 minutes. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
5. Citizens Forum
Type
Discussion

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. Ratify and affirm Council approval on June 10, 2019 authorizing Mayor Barrone signature authority of a standstill agreement between the Town of Taos and Montecito Partners, LLC. (Submitted on behalf of Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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, 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
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of out-of-state travel for Acting Fire Chief Eddie Joe Abeyta and Fire Marshal Erik Oiesen-Vreeke to attend the Fair Labor Standards Act for Fire Departments program in Denver, Colorado departing on September 16, 2019 and returning on September 20, 2019. Estimated cost $992.00. (Submitted by Fire Marshal Erik Oiesen-Vreek)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$1,782.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
21-15-42001
Recommended Action
Recommend approval

Summary/Background:

Discussion, consideration and possible approval of out-of-state travel for Fire Chief Eddie Joe Abeyta and Fire Marshal Erik Oiesen-Vreeke to attend a Fire Department Fair Labor Standards Act training in Denver, Coloradoto leave Septmeber 16th, 2019, and returning on September 20th.  Cost for early registration is $395 per person and travel is $496 per person for a total of $1,782.

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. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 19-28 authorizing participation in the Local Government Road Fund program administered by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and authorization for Mayor Barrone to sign the grant agreement. The Town of Taos share of this project at 25% is $35,154, the NMDOT share at 75% is $105,463, the total agreement amount is $140,617. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco "French" Espinoza)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jul 09, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$140,617.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
Revenues
Recommended Action
approval
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

The 2019-2020 Cooperative Agreement will be used for pavement rehabilitation of Carabajal Raod. The associated line items in the Capital Improvements Project budget are 59-11-45003 Street Resurfacing Coop Grant and 59-21-45003 Street Resurfacing Coop (Town Match). These funds will be used for the repair of Carabajal Road.

 

The NMDOT control number for this project is L500373. The grant agreement will be issued upon receipt of the Town's resolution.

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 Resolution 19-29 authorizing participation in the Municipal Arterial Program administered by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and authorization for Mayor Barrone to sign the grant agreement. The Town of Taos share of this project at 25% is $37,956, the NMDOT share at 75% is $113,869, the total agreement amount is $151,825. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco "French" Espinoza)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jul 09, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$151,825.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
Revenues
Recommended Action
approval
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

This MAP Agreement will be used for engineering and design for miscellaneous improvements to Ranchitos Road. The associated line items in the Capital Improvements Project budget are 59-new-45003 NMDOT MAP Grant - Ranchitos Road and 59-new-45003 NMDOT TM - Ranchitos Road.

 

The NMDOT control number for this project is L500385.

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 possible approval of contract TT-19-345 (amendment 3 to TT-17-02) with SMA Operations, LLC in the amount of $930,123 for the operation, maintenance and management of the Taos Valley Regional Wastewater Treatment and Reclamation Facility for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco "French" Espinoza)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$930,123.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
63-29-44005
Recommended Action
approval
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

This will be the third year of operations for SMA Operations, LLC. The plant continues to operate with no violations and has been dialed in to operate as designed.

 

 

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
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of auto renewal contract TT-17-104 with WebQa Inc., dba GovQa for the public records request management system used by the Town of Taos Clerk's Office and Police Department in the amount of $9,795.00 inclusive gross receipts tax for Fiscal Year 2019-2020, with an aggregated total of $34,605.00 inclusive gross receipts tax. (Submitted by Deputy Clerk Denise Romero)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Dollar Amount
$9,795.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-11-43009
Recommended Action
Approval

Summary/Background:

The Town of Taos entered into Contract TT-17-104 with WebQA Inc., dba GovQA in 2016 for the public records management system software.  This system meets and exceeds the requirement needed and provides tracking of Public Record Requests which follows the state statutes of the Freedom of Information Act. (FOIA)

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
G. Financial Update for May 31, 2019 by Finance Director Marietta Fambro.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
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
H. Discussion, consideration and approval of Resolution 19-31; Budget Policies for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. (Submitted by Finance Director Marietta Fambro)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Recommended Action
Recommend Approval

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
I. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 19-35, accepting the Capital Appropriation Project C5193415 for an airport hangar and authorizing the Town Manager as the authorized representative in all matters pertaining to the Town of Taos participation with the Department of Transportation Capital Appropriation Project.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$456,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-New-45002
Recommended Action
Staff Recommends Approval
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

The Town received $456,000 from the New Mexico DOT to plan, design, construct and equip a hangar at the Taos Regional Airport.

 

7. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 2 to Contract TT-18-345 (TT-19-324) with The Waite Company in the amount of $271,800 inclusive of NM GRT. This amendment is for providing public relations, social media coordination and marketing services for the Town of Taos. (Submitted by Public Affairs and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$271,800.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
24-17-44005
Recommended Action
Recommend Approval

Summary/Background: Referenced contract and subsequent amendment were procured through a competitive request for proposal process (RFP # 16-17-11). Contract TT-18-345 was approved by Town Council on June 26, 2018, item 6-C. 

 

Subject
B. Presentation of the final report on the Strong at Heart downtown community planning process by former Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Jim Pollard and Marketing and Tourism Director Karina Armijo.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Discussion

Link to Strong at Heart Report:

 

https://www.taosgov.com/DocumentCenter/View/1396/Strong-At-Heart-Downtown-Public-Planning-Process-Report

 

 

Subject
C. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 19-33 adopting the Strong at Heart Report and referring the report to the Planning Department and the Planning and Zoning Commission for inclusion in the 2020 Comprehensive Plan update process and applicable Downtown redevelopment plans.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

 

 

Link to the Strong at Heart Report

 

https://www.taosgov.com/DocumentCenter/View/1396/Strong-At-Heart-Downtown-Public-Planning-Process-Report

 

Subject
D. Presentation and update of the Main Street program by Downtown Taos, Inc. by former Planning and Zoning Commission Chairman Jim Pollard.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type

Summary/Background:

 

PRESENTATIONS:

 

https://1drv.ms/p/s!AmO9KLaF7vVZogcT8MS01bPmo7T0 Main Street Report Link

 

https://1drv.ms/p/s!AmO9KLaF7vVZogqwBoUi0S-hn2Di ETS LOA Link

 

Subject
E. Discussion, consideration possible approval of Resolution 19-34 authorizing the adoption of the 2019-2020 Economic Transformation Strategy (ETS) for Taos Mainstreet and authorizing a contract between the Town of Taos and Downtown Taos, Inc. for the implementation of the ETS and the operation of the Taos Main Street Program. (Submitted on behalf of Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
F. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract TT-19-164 (TT-19-323) with Gizmo Productions, LLC in the amount of $34,000 inclusive of NM GRT. This amendment is providing website maintenance services for TAOS.org and multimedia creative content production Town of Taos. (Submitted by Public Affairs and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$34,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
24-17-44005
Recommended Action
Approval

Summary/Background: A request for quotations was issued by the Public Information & Tourism Department and is the contracting/purchasing vehicle for this project. Contract TT-19-164 was approved by the Town Manager Bellis on November 29, 2018.

 

 

Subject
G. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 7 to Contract TT-15-88 (TT-19-316) with Rocky Mountain Youth Corp in the amount of $35,000 inclusive of GRTs for a total of $188,203, contingent upon State approval. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$35,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
FY 19-20 30-30-44005
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
4. Youth and Family Opportunities

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos acts as the fiscal agent for the Juvenile Justice Program.  Rocky Mountain Youth Corp. will be providing Learning Lab services for at risk youth to be reimbursed through CYFD Grant Agreement 20-690-3000-16742. 

Subject
H. Discussion, consideration and possible approval Amendment No. 6 to Contract TT-15-120 (TT-19-328) with Rose Gordon in the amount of $35,269 inclusive of GRTs for a total of $216,689, contingent upon State approval. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$35,269.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
FY 19-20 30-30-44005
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
4. Youth and Family Opportunities

Summary/Background:

 

The Town acts as the fiscal agent for the Juvenile Justice Program.  Rose Gordon is the Continuum Coordinator for the Juvenile Justice Program which is funded through Grant Agreement 20-690-3000-16742.

 

Subject
I. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 9 to Contract TT-15-84 (TT-19-319) with Non-Violence Works in the amount of $32,700 inclusive of GRT for a total amount of $156,545, contingent upon State approval. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$32,700.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
FY 19-20 30-30-44005
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
4. Youth and Family Opportunities

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos acts as the fiscal agent for the Juvenile Justice Program.  Non-Violence operates the Gang Resistance is Powerful program that is funded through CYFD Grant Agreement 20-690-30000-16742.  

Subject
J. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Amendment No. 7 to Contract TT-15-87 (TT-19-311) with Human Resource Development Associates in the amount of $16,800 inclusive of GRT for a total amount of $122,866, contingent upon State approval. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Jun 25, 2019
Absolute Date
Jun 25, 2019
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$16,800.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
FY 19-20 30-30-44005
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
4. Youth and Family Opportunities

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos acts as the fiscal agent for the Juvenile Justice Program.  HRDA operates the Intensive Community Monitoring program for at risk youth and partially funded through CYFD Grant Agreement #20-690-3000-16742.

8. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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. Ratification of the Mayor's appointment of Cindy Brown to the Mayor's Affordable Housing Task Force.
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - 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
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 19-27, a resolution regarding suicide prevention measures on the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. (To be presented by Councilmember Maestas)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Council
Type

Summary/Background:

The New Mexico Department of Transportation conducted a presentation August 16, 2018, and proposed alternative constructive measures as a suicide deterrent at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge.

 

11. 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
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
C. Action on Items Discussed in Closed Executive Session (as necessary, by motion.)
Meeting
Jun 25, 2019 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
11. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

12. Adjourn