Chaves County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
The meeting focused on several key items including a public hearing for Ordinance O-119 regarding a local option gross receipts tax. Other agenda items included the approval of decommissioning agreements for two 50 MW battery energy storage systems, various resolutions concerning tax penalties, opposition to NMED permit issuance, participation in a congressional staff tour, personnel changes, and stipend policies. Additionally, the commission considered the purchase of a Type 5 Brush Truck for the Midway Volunteer Fire Department, appointments to the Planning and Zoning Commission, and other administrative approvals.
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The Chaves County Comprehensive Plan serves as the overarching policy document to guide and manage future growth and physical development within the county, providing a 20-year vision. Key strategic themes include preserving local custom and culture, maintaining agriculture as a core industry, protecting water resources, strengthening the economy through diversification, increasing and diversifying housing options, and ensuring consistent land use and development management. The plan aims to foster coordination among county, state, and federal agencies to promote public health, safety, welfare, and long-term economic viability and sustainability for Chaves County.
May 21, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Chaves County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Agenda
The Board reviewed various business items, including the approval of an inmate medical services agreement with CorrHealth, a grant agreement for the FY27 LDWI program, and an award recommendation for audit services. The agenda also covered capital outlay grants, the establishment of facility use policies for county-owned properties, resolutions regarding consultant fees for energy projects, road hearing application dispositions, and the imposition of a non-prohibitive liquor license tax. Additionally, the Board addressed the approval of the FY 2026-2027 interim budget, the procurement of brokerage services, and various operational business requests.
