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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The Commission approved resolutions for a juvenile adjudication fund application and participation in a transportation project fund for the Lower Hondo Road Bridge replacement. The Board authorized a contract for the construction of a steel storage warehouse and a 60-month lease agreement for five motor graders. Furthermore, sponsorship requests were approved for the Rio Grande Sky Fiesta and an event honoring local heroes.
May 19, 2026·Board meeting
Taos County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board addressed multiple items including recognition for National EMS Week and Earth Day events. Key business included approval of the 2026 Valuation Maintenance Plan, a presentation on the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, and discussion on the 2026 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan. Several resolutions were passed, covering CPI increases for employees, appointments to the Valuation Protest Board, and a wildfire risk reduction grant. Various contracts were approved, including those for the Detox Center addition, on-call engineering, road materials, and a residential solid waste collection franchise. Additionally, the Board approved consent items involving budget adjustments for various departments, discussed the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and rescheduled upcoming meeting dates.
May 12, 2025·Board meeting
Taos County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The meeting included a presentation from Taos MainStreet regarding attracting new activity to the Plaza District and supporting local small businesses. The board discussed and approved resolutions related to the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) for Fiscal Year 2027-2031, a Local Government Planning Grant agreement, and ad-valorem taxes for the El Valle de Los Ranchos and El Prado Water and Sanitation Districts. Additionally, resolutions were approved to authorize Taos County to pick up an additional 1% for Police, Fire, and Detention Officer Member Coverage Contributions. The board approved the award of RFP 2025-07 for Substance and/or Alcohol Treatment Services for the Taos County DWI Program and the Talpa Community Market. Updates were provided on various items affecting Taos County, including emergency management classes, facility builds, road projects, and the Taos Farmer's Market. The commission also reviewed the Third Quarter FY 24/25 Financial Reports and discussed pending/threatened litigation in an executive session.
