1. Opening Items
Subject
A. Call to Order by the Honorable Mayor Daniel R. Barrone.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Discussion, Procedural
Subject
B. Roll Call
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
C. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
D. Moment of Silence
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Subject
E. Approval of Agenda
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
1. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Recommend approval.
2. Approval of Minutes
Subject
A. August 11, 2020 Minutes of Town Council Regular Meeting
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. August 25, 2020 Minutes of Town Council Regular Meeting.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
2. Approval of Minutes
Type
Minutes

Summary/Background:

 

3. Awards and Recognitions
Subject
A. Presentation of Proclamation designating the week of September 21 through September 25, 2020, as "Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week" by Mayor Barrone.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
3. Awards and Recognitions
Type
Information

Summary/Background:

 

 

4. Presentations
5. Citizens Forum
Subject
A. Citizens who wish to comment before or during the meeting may submit comments or questions to Town Manager Richard Bellis at rbellis@taosgov.com. No action may be taken.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 20-46; budget adjustments to the following: 1) Vehicle Replacement Fund - transfer funds from Motor Grader budget to Truck/Salt Spreader to cover cost for both pieces of equipment - $64,450; 2) One-Time Capital-Operating-Maintenance Fund increase revenues and expenditures in the amount of $1,502,473 for the receipt of CARES Act funding for our Local Government and Small Businesses related to COVID-19 and 3) General Fund - Transfer $26,800 from personnel services to operating expenses to cover Amendment No. 3 for the management of the Taos Regional Airport. (Presented by Marietta Fambro)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$1,502,473.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
This adjustment will account for the grant revenues from the CARES Act
Recommended Action
Recommend approval

Summary/Background: Town of Taos Policy requires Council approval on all budget transfers that transfer funds between costs categories, (i.e. Personnel, Operating Expenses and Capital Outlay, interfund transfer, budget increases, project to projects and new projects. This adjustment increases revenues and expenditures from the CARES Act Funding in the amount of $1,502,473 for Local Government expenditures and Small Business Grants related to COVID-19.  Transfer from Motor Grader budget to Truck/Salt Spreader budget to cover cost for both pieces of equipment versus what was originally budgeted.  In the General Fund transfer funds from personnel services to operating expenses to cover Amendment No. 3 for the Management of Taos Regional Airport.

 

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 DFA CARES Award Number CARES-BUS-20003-TTA for the Business Continuity Program in the amount of $479,250. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
No
Dollar Amount
$497,250.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
Budget Adjustment 20-46 will increase revenues and expenditures for this program. The Town will ensure all backup documentation is correct and submit on behalf of the businesses for reimbursement.
Recommended Action
Staff Recommends Approval.
Goals
3. Economic Development

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos received $497,250 for businesses that were impacted by the COVID pandemic.  On September 17th, a press release and an announcement through Taos News was issued.  The grant application cycle opens on Monday, September 21st and closes on Friday, October 9th.  

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 DFA CARES-20003-TTA in the amount of $1,023,223 to reimburse the Town of Taos for expenditures related to the COVID pandemic. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$1,023,223.00
Budgeted
No
Budget Source
Resolution 20-46 will increase revenues and expenditures for this award.
Recommended Action
Staff Recommends Action.

Summary/Background:

 

The Town of Taos received $1,023.223 for the reimbursement of expenditures related to the COVID pandemic.  The period of reimbursement is from March 1, 2020 through December 30, 2020.

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 FAA 3-35-0041-038-2020 in the amount of $392,452 for the rehabilitation of Runway 4/22. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$392,452.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
52-28-45003
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

The Runway 422 project is a pavement preservation/rehabilitation project fully funded by FAA and in part through FAA Cares funding.

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 Bureau of Reclamation Agreement R20AP00323 in the amount of $15,215,460 for the Taos Mutual Benefit Project. (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$15,215,460.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
Water Rights Fund - 64-10 through 64-16; Non construction items under 64-22-various line items
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

 

The purpose of the Mutual Benefits Project is to restore, preserve, and protect Taos Pueblo's Buffalo Pasture, a natural wetland within the Pueblo.  The Mutual Benefit Project is designed to minimize the depletion of the groundwater resources connected with the Buffalo Pasture by moving non-Pueblo groundwater pumping away from the Buffalo Pasture.  The project includes five water supply wells and a mitigation well.  The five water supply wells will provide groundwater production capacity is necessary to satisfy growing demand on their system.  The mitigation well is part of a Mitigation Well System which aims to offset stream depletions resulting from groundwater pumping in the Taos Valley.  The scope of work is mandated by federal law known as the claims Resolution Act.  

 

The Town received the grant award on Monday, September 14th with a request that it be signed and returned by Thursday, September 17th.  

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 for the purchase of a 140LVR motor grader in the amount of $243,257.20 from Wagner Equipment Company under New Mexico State Price Agreement 70-805-17-15902. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco Espinoza)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Oct 13, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$243,257.20
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
54-14-45005
Recommended Action
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
G. Discussion, consideration and possible approval for the purchase of a 926M front end wheel loader in the amount of $152,410.89 from Wagner Equipment Company under New Mexico State Price Agreement 70-805-17-15901. Contingent upon the approval of the Taos Regional Landfill Board. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco Espinoza)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Oct 13, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$152,410.89
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
822-20-45005
Recommended Action
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
H. Discussion, consideration and possible approval for the purchase of a T470 snow removal truck in the amount of $177,029 from Inland Group under Sourcewell cooperative agreement 081716-KTC. (Submitted by Public Works Director Francisco Espinoza)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Oct 13, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$177,029.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
54-17-45005
Recommended Action
approval

Summary/Background:

 

Under NMSA 1978, Section 13-1-135 (A), contract TT-16-178 with Sourcewell (formerly NJPA) was approved by Council on January 26, 2016, and filed with the State Purchasing Agent. 

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 Amendment No. 3 to Airport Management Agreement TT-20-137 (TT-21-16) with Taos Aviation Services, LLC. for the operation and maintenance of the Taos Regional Airport in the amount of $24,000 plus reimbursable expenses of $6,000 (3 months @ $2,000) for a total of $30,000 exclusive of gross receipts tax, for a total contract amount of $147,280.78 exclusive of gross receipts tax. (Submitted by Marketing and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$30,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
11-25-44005
Goals
2. Infrastructure (Roads, Airport, Facilities, Water and Sewer)

Summary/Background:

Original Contract TT-20-137 $42,201.06

Amendment #1 TT-20-158 $16,079.72

Amendment #2 TT-20-188 $59,000
Amendment #3 TT-21-16 Request for $30,000, matures December 31, 2020

Total $149,280.78 

Subject
J. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Contract TT-21-18 with Ideapeddler, Inc. in the amount of $252,000, inclusive of gross receipts tax for providing public relations, social media coordination and marketing services for the Town of Taos Marketing and Tourism Department. (Submitted by Marketing and Tourism Director Karina Armijo)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Dollar Amount
$252,000.00
Budgeted
Yes
Budget Source
24-17-44005
Goals
3. Economic Development

Summary/Background:

Referenced contract was procured through a competitive request for proposal process (RFP # 19-20-08).

Subject
K. Financial Update for July & August 2020 (By Marietta Fambro, Finance Director)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
Yes
Budgeted
No
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.
7. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Manager Richard Bellis at rbellis@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to call in, please email to the above address first with the matter you wish to be heard on and a phone number you can be reached during the public hearing. You will either be contacted by phone during the public comment portion of the public hearing or be given a call-in number and time.
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Liquor License Application No. 1168818 for a restaurant beer and wine liquor license with on premises consumption only for Azteca Mexican Grill, LLC dba Azteca Mexican Grill. The applicant is also seeking the approval of a waiver since the premise is located approximately 37 feet from Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. (Submitted by Town Clerk Francella Garcia)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
7. Public Hearings - Citizens who wish to comment or have questions on a public hearing matter may submit comments or questions in writing to Town Manager Richard Bellis at rbellis@taosgov.com, and comments will be read during the meeting. If you wish to call in, please email to the above address first with the matter you wish to be heard on and a phone number you can be reached during the public hearing. You will either be contacted by phone during the public comment portion of the public hearing or be given a call-in number and time.
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

8. Matters from Staff
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution 20-44, adopting the FY 2022-2026 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP). (Submitted by Grants and Revenue Development Director Lynda Perry)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type
Action
Preferred Date
Sep 22, 2020
Absolute Date
Sep 22, 2020
Fiscal Impact
No
Recommended Action
Staff recommends approval.

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of Resolution No. 20-45 reaffirming, extending and amending a declaration of civil and health emergency, maintaining social distancing, mandatory face covering and mandatory quarantine of those coming from out-of-state, including residents returning to the state from other states. (Town Manager Richard Bellis)
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
8. Matters from Staff
Type

Summary/Background:

 

9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Subject
A. Discussion, consideration and possible approval of correspondence from the Mayor and Council to the Taos Regional School Board, and copied to all independent and charter schools, recognizing their cooperation in addressing the COVID-19 pandemic and urging continued extension of the safety protocols in place through the end of the calendar year.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
9. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Matters and Reports from the Town Manager
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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. Mayor Barrone's recommendation for the appointment to the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area Board.
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
10. Matters and Reports from the Mayor
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

11. Matters and Reports from the Council
Subject
A. Matters and Reports from the Council
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Discussion

Summary/Background:

 

Subject
B. Attorney's Report Concerning Closed Executive Session
Meeting
Sep 22, 2020 - 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
Sep 22, 2020 - Town Council Regular Meeting
Category
12. Closed Executive Session
Type
Action

Summary/Background:

 

13. Adjourn