Taos County Board Of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The meeting addressed several critical county matters, including the submission of the FY 2027 Juvenile Adjudication Fund application and participation in the Transportation Project Fund Program for bridge improvements. The Board reviewed a construction contract for a steel storage warehouse and a five-year equipment lease with Caterpillar Financial for motor graders. Additional business included sponsorship requests, the setting of 2026 property tax rates, and an Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Behavioral Health Region 8. The agenda also covered various budget adjustments for fire districts, the library, and emergency communications, as well as authorization for out-of-state travel for the 2027 NACo Legislative Conference. A closed session was scheduled to discuss pending litigation.
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Taos County Board of County Commissioners Regular Meeting
The meeting included several key items, such as the recognition of staff years of service and the presentation of a Taos County market analysis by the Taos Housing Partnership. The board addressed resolutions regarding the acceptance of grant funds for the Costilla and Peñasco Community Centers. Contracts were considered for detention meal and commissary services, food expenses for the senior program, repairs to the Admin/Judicial Complex HVAC system, and parking lot improvements for the Llano Quemado Community Center. Additionally, the board reviewed change orders for the Wheeler Peak VFD station and the Detox Center, as well as multiple budget adjustment resolutions and out-of-state travel authorization for the Sheriff.
Jul 7, 2026·Board meeting
Taos County Commission Regular Meeting
The board meeting addressed administrative matters, including employee service awards and the introduction of new hires. The majority of the meeting was dedicated to public comments, focusing on the loss of $22.5 million in funding for a local medical office project, with residents requesting accountability and an explanation for the funding lapse. Additionally, community members expressed concerns regarding the environmental impacts of a green hydrogen project and data centers, advocating for increased transparency in permitting processes and for the implementation of moratoria on certain developments.
Jun 23, 2026·Board meeting
Taos County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured retirement presentations for county employees and a public comment session covering concerns regarding property lot splits, endorsement of a resolution, and potential water depletion issues related to proposed hydrogen plants. Presentations were given on the YesNMConnect social services program and the Region 8 Behavioral Health Plan. The board approved Resolution No. 2026-26 regarding the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. Several contracts were authorized, including medical services for the Detention Center, roof repairs for the Department of Health Building, and Taos Plaza renovations. Additionally, personnel reclassifications were approved for the Planning and Solid Waste departments, and the board adopted a consent agenda concerning budget adjustments and end-of-year fiscal matters. Updates were provided on county projects, including solid waste grants, bridge completions, and economic development survey efforts.
