City of Santa Fe Governing Body met May 10.
Here are the minutes provided by the council:
I. CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Governing Body was called to order by Mayor Webber at 5:05 pm, on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 200 Lincoln Avenue, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilor Rivera.
3. SALUTE TO THE NEW MEXICO FLAG
The salute to the New Mexico Flag was led by Councilor Cassutt.
OTHERS PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING
4. INVOCATION AND REMEMBRANCES
The invocation was given by Councilor Lindell.
A moment of silence was given.
5. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT
Mayor Alan Webber
Councilor Signe Lindell
Councilor Jamie Cassutt
Councilor Amanda Chavez
Councilor Lee Garcia
Councilor Michael Garcia
Councilor Christopher Rivera
Councilor Carol Romero-Wirth
Councilor Renee Villarreal
MEMBERS EXCUSED
Erin McSherry, City Attorney
John Blair, County Manager
Kristine Bustos-Mihelcic, City Clerk
Emily Oster, Finance Director
Jesse Roach, Water Division Director
Nancy Long, Chair, Charter Review
Commission Elizabeth Martin, Stenographer
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Lindell, seconded by Councilor Romero Wirth, to approve the agenda as presented.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
7. PRESENTATIONS
A. RECOGNITION OF ST. MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM
St. Michaels High School Basketball Team was recognized.
B. CITY OF SANTA FE WATER UPDATE: 2022 RECAP AND 2023 OUTLOOK
Mr. Roach gave a water update.
C. CHARTER REVIEW COMMISSION PRESENTATION Chair Long gave the Charter Review Commission presentation.
D. AUDIT UPDATE FOR FY 21
Ms. Oster gave the audit update.
8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Item S was pulled for discussion by Councilors Lindell and Romero-Wirth.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Villarreal, seconded by Councilor Chavez, to approve the consent agenda as amended.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
9. ACTION ITEMS: CONSENT AGENDA
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF APRIL 26, 2023 REGULAR GOVERNING BODY MEETING MINUTES.
Approved on consent.
B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF LIQUOR HEARING OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM HAPPY RABBIT HOSPITALITY, LLC FOR A TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP OFINTER-LOCAL LIQUOR LICENSE NO. 2521 FROM COYOTE CAFÉ, 132 W. WATER STREET, TO SANTA FE SUNSET TERRACE, LLC, 112W. SAN FRANCISCO STREET, SUITE 310.
Approved on consent.
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF LIQUOR HEARING OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM HOWLINGENTERPRISES, LLC, FOR A RESTAURANT B (BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS) LIQUOR LICENSE, TO BE LOCATED AT COYOTE CAFÉ, 132 W. WATER STREET.
Approved on consent.
D. REQUEST FROM APPROVAL OF LIQUOR HEARING OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM PREMIERDISTRIBUTING COMPANY, LLC, FOR A WHOLESALER LIQUOR LICENSE, TO BE LOCATED AT PREMIER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY,LLC, 2680 SAWMILL ROAD.
Approved on consent.
E. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF LIQUOR HEARING OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FROM SAT SHREE, LLC, FOR A RESTAURANT A (BEER AND WINE) LIQUOR LICENSE WITH ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION ONLY WITH PATIO SERVICE, TO BE LOCATED AT INDIA PALACE, 227 DON GASPAR AVENUE.
Approved on consent.
F. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GENERAL SERVICE AGREEMENT ITEM #22-0176 IN THE AMOUNT OF $231,301.50 WITH THE TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $457,523.76 FOR MANAGED DETECTION AND RESPONSE SOLUTION, MANAGED RISK SOLUTION, AND MANAGED SECURITY
G. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO ITEM #22-0452 WITH PARADISE POWER COMPANY DBA PPC SOLAR TO CHANGE THE SCOPE OF SERVICES TO PROVIDE AND INSTALL EQUIPMENT AND INCREASE THE COMPENSATION BY $9,240 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $237,972.17 INCLUDING NMGRT.
Approved on consent.
H. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT ITEM #21-0414, D18964/1 WITH NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR TERM EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWS ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Approved on consent.
I. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT ITEM #20-0458, D18715/2 WITH THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR TERM EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWS ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Approved on consent.
J. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT ITEM #19-0787,D18363 WITH NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONTERM EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWSROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.
Approved on consent.
K. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH USIC LOCATING SERVICES LLC TO PROVIDE LOCATING AND MARKING SERVICESFOR UNDERGROUND UTILITIES OWNED BY THE CITY’S PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AND THE PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENTFOR A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,000,000 INCLUDING NMGRT FOR FOUR (4) YEARS.
Approved on consent.
L. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO CONTRACT ITEM 22-0049 FOR THE SOUTHSIDE TEEN CENTER WITH JAYNE’SCORPORATION EXTENDING THE SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION DATE BY 90-DAYS TO JUNE 30, 2023, AND AN EXTENSION TO THECONTRACT TERM BY 365-DAYS TO COVER THE WARRANTY PERIOD, WITH NO CORRESPONDING INCREASE IN COST.
Approved on consent.
M. REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF AN ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH EMCO OF SANTA FE LLC FOR ON-CALL ROADWAYS AND TRAILS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $10,000,000 EXCLUDING NMGRT.
Approved on consent.
N. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH GM EMULSION LLC FOR ON-CALL ROADWAYSAND TRAILS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNTOF $10,000,000 EXCLUDING NMGRT.
Approved on consent.
O. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH JDR AND ASSOCIATES LLC FOR ON-CALL ROADWAYS AND TRAILS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $10,000,000 EXCLUDING NMGRT.
P. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH GME GENERAL BUILDING LLC FOR ON-CALL ROADWAYS AND TRAILS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $10,000,000 EXCLUDING NMGRT.
Approved on consent.
Q. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT RESOLUTION (BAR) FOR A REIMBURSEMENT OF THE 2021 STATEHOMELAND SECURITY SUB-GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE NEWMEXICO DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $143,028FOR DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINMENT OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND RECOVERY CAPABILITIES, WITH A PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE OF JANUARY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023.
Approved on consent.
R. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE GENERAL SERVICES CONTRACT AGREEMENT ITEM #22-0223 FORON-CALL TEMPORARY LABOR SERVICES TO REFLECT A CHANGEOF VENDOR NAME FROM EXCEL STAFFING, LLC, TO HIREQUESTLLC, DEB SNELLING STAFFING.
Approved on consent.
S. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-______A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A TWO (2) YEAR PILOT PROGRAM TO SUPPORT THE PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELLBEING OF EMPLOYEES.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Rivera, seconded by Councilor Chavez, to approve Resolution 2023 - _____.
Councilor Chavez introduced Amendment A which changed the effective date of the Resolution.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Chavez, seconded by Councilor Rivera, to approve Amendment A.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows: Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes. VOTE The main motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, abstained; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Rivera, seconded by Councilor Cassutt, to move Petitions From the Floor, agenda item 15, to the next item on the agenda.
10. ACTION ITEMS: DISCUSSION AGENDA
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
15. PETITIONS FROM THE FLOOR
Ron Trujillo. Mr. Trujillo spoke about Franklin Miles Park.
Shelly Strong. Ms. Strong spoke about safety on the Arroyo Chamisa Walking Trail.
Tom Johnson. Mr. Johnson spoke about the Charter Commission.
David Fresquez. Mr. Fresquez, spoke about Arena Soccer.
Adam Johnson. Mr. Johnson spoke about Heritage Preservation Month.
Stephanie Beninato. Ms. Beninato spoke about public records issues, quorum issues and trail safety.
A. RESOLUTION (BAR) FOR THE LAW ENFORCEMENT RETENTION FUND NOTICE OF INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE $97,322 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LAW ENFORCEMENT RETENTION DIFFERENTIAL DISBURSEMENTS TO SANTA FE POLICE DEPARTMENT OFFICERS VALIDATED BY THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AS BEING ELIGIBLE AND PAYING THE EMPLOYER TAX LIABILITY RELATED TO EACH LAW ENFORCEMENT RETENTION DIFFERENTIAL DISBURSEMENT TO BE PAID.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Rivera, to approve the Budget Adjustment Resolution.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT RESOLUTION (BAR) FOR THE ASSOCIATED DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATION TO ALLOCATE 22-ZG1016-48 IN THE AMOUNT OF $112,500 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023, FOR RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION STIPENDS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS AT SANTA FE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Michael Garcia, seconded by Councilor Cassutt, to approve the Budget Adjustment Resolution.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
11. MATTERS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
12. MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
13. MATTERS FROM THE CITY CLERK
14. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Villarreal, to move Final Action on Legislation, agenda item 18, to the next item on the agenda with item 19 following.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows: Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
18. FINAL ACTION ON LEGISLATION
A. CONSIDERATION OF BILL NO. 2023-10. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2023-_____A BILL APPROVING THE SALE OF A CITY-OWNED BUILDING AND IMPROVEMENTS LOCATED AT 730 ALTO STREET WITHIN THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO, BY THE CITY OF SANTA FE TO THE DURAN FAMILY TRUST, AS A CONDITION OF A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON BILL NO. 2023-10
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Lindell, to approve Bill No. 2023-10.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A BILL NO. 2023-13. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2023-____ A BILL RELATING TO THE CITY OF SANTA FE’S OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN ORDINANCE, SECTION 11-11-5 SFCC 1987; APPROVING AND ADOPTING A PLAN ORDINANCE, SECTION 11-11-5 SFCC 1987; APPROVING AND ADOPTING A LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA FE AND PARTING STONE INC., FOR DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, AND CONSTRUCTION OF TENANT IMPROVEMENTS; LEASE PAYMENTS; AND EXPANSION OF A CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS, A LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON BILL NO. 2023-13
Peter Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell spoke about the history of the project.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Cassutt, to approve Bill No. 2023-13.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows: Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor
Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
16. PUBLIC COMMENT ON BILLS
Public Comment was given under item 18.
19. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE 2023-2028 CONSOLIDATED PLAN FOR SUBMITTAL TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AS A CONDITION TO THE CITY’S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
PUBLIC COMMENT
Christella Vigil. Ms. Vigil spoke about assistance for Country Club Trailer Park residents.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Cassutt, to approve the 2023-2028 Consolidated Plan.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-____ A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF SANTA FE’S FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024 OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGETS.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Rosalia Urina. Ms. Urina spoke about the eviction fund and the budget.
Maria Bernal. Ms. Bernal spoke about issues at the Country Club Trailer Park.
Christella Vigil. Ms. Vigil spoke about issues at the Country Club Trailer Park.
Stephanie Beninato. Ms. Beninato spoke about the budget.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Lindell, to approve the City of Santa Fe’s Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Operating and Capital Budgets.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
17. INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION
A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-____A RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL FOR AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO A MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IDENTIFIED AS CONTROL NUMBER L500429 GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWS ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS.
The Legislation was introduced.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-_____ A RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO A MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IDENTIFIED AS CONTROL NUMBER L500473 GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWS ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS.
The Legislation was introduced.
C. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-_____A RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO A MUNICIPAL ARTERIAL PROGRAM COOPERATIVE GRANT CONTRACT WITH THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IDENTIFIED AS CONTROL NUMBER L500383, GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION OF AGUA FRIA STREET AND SOUTH MEADOWS ROAD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS.
The Legislation was introduced.
D. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-_____A RESOLUTION REQUESTING APPROVAL OF SECOND AMENDMENT TO A LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRANSPORTATION PROJECT FUND GRANT FROM THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, IDENTIFIED AS CONTROL NUMBER LP50008 GRANTING A TIME EXTENSION FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND PAVEMENT REHABILITATION OF GUADALUPE BRIDGE.
The Legislation was introduced.
E. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION 2023-_____A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL DURING THE INTERNATIONAL FOLK ART MARKET ON JULY 6-8 2023, PURSUANT TO SFCC 1987, SECTION 23-6.2.
The Legislation was introduced.
A. EXTRATERRITORIAL LAND USE COMMISSION
* PILAR FAULKNER - APPOINTMENT - TERM ENDING 05/2025
* JESSICA EATON LAWRENCE - APPOINTMENT - TERM ENDING 05/2025
* PHILLIP A. LUCERO - APPOINTMENT - TERM ENDING 05/2025
* GURUSHABAD MIRANDO - APPOINTMENT AS ALTERNATE - TERM ENDING 05/2025
* DANIEL PAVA - APPOINTMENT AS ALTERNATE - TERM ENDING 05/2025
* PETER SMITH - APPOINTMENT - TERM ENDING 05/2025
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Romero-Wirth, seconded by Councilor Cassutt, to approve the appointments to the Extraterritorial Land Use Commission.
VOTE The motion was approved on a roll call vote as follows:
Councilor Lindell, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes; Councilor Lee Garcia, yes; Councilor Michael Garcia, yes; Councilor Rivera, yes; Councilor Romero-Wirth, yes; Councilor Villarreal, yes, Mayor Webber, yes.
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