Ronald Abramshe

The board meeting covered several critical infrastructure and financial topics. Key discussions included the conditional approval of drainage plans related to the Presbyterian Hospital development and the Barrancas Arroyo sewer line installation, with an emphasis on incorporating public amenities such as trails and wildlife corridors. The board also approved agreements with the Sandoval County Bureau of Elections for polling locations, a joint powers agreement with the City of Rio Rancho, and a USGS contract for storm water modeling. Additional actions included authorizing drainage improvements for Unit 17, approving drainage concepts for Sue Cleveland High School, and passing various resolutions concerning equipment sales, budget adjustments for the upcoming fiscal year, and ad valorem tax levies.

The Board discussed funding sources for the construction of the authority's office building and received a presentation regarding the El Dorado de Corrales development and proposed bridge crossings. Key outcomes included the decision to maintain current board meeting times, the finalization of committee assignments, and the adoption of Alternate 'B' for the Black Arroyo Watershed Management Plan. The Board also addressed policies regarding the disposal of excess sediment and gravel in cooperation with Sandoval County, reviewed insurance coverage for dams and levees, and discussed attendance requirements for regional transportation planning board meetings. Additionally, the Board reviewed information regarding the upcoming bond election, various operational reports, and voted to renew the Executive Director's contract.

The Board discussed a variety of engineering and infrastructure projects, including a Joint Powers Agreement with the Town of Bernalillo for road and drainage improvements, the selection of a low bidder for the Lower Montoyas Arroyo Water Quality Feature, and the approval of a task order for construction oversight. Additionally, the Board accepted an Interim Calabacillas Watershed Management Plan and received progress updates on the Harvey Jones Channel, development reviews, and onsite storage evaluations. The Board also approved a change order for the Dam 4-1 Project, reviewed fiscal reports, and authorized multiple contract renewals for construction, surveying, and appraisal services. Finally, the acquisition of property for the Paseo del Volcan Dam was approved.

The board conducted a special meeting to address organizational matters, including the selection of a new Chairman and President of the Authority, the swearing-in of a new board member, and the assignment of various committee memberships. Several resolutions were approved concerning meeting notices, the designation of official newspapers, check-signing authorization, and the establishment of legal holidays. Additionally, the executive engineer provided an in-depth presentation on the organizational business plan, covering watershed management, hydrologic modeling, right-of-way acquisitions, and infrastructure development. The board also accepted a professional services agreement for lobbyist services.

The Board meeting covered multiple operational and project-related updates. Key actions included the authorization for the sale of General Obligation Improvement and Refunding Bonds, the formal adoption of the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan, and approval for the acquisition of property from AMREP for flood control facilities. The Board received project updates on the Corrales Heights drainage system, the Harvey Jones Channel Improvement Project, the Lomitas Negras Water Quality Facility, and the Lower Montoyas Water Quality Facility. Additionally, the Board reviewed the Fiscal Services Report, accepted an audit contract for the upcoming fiscal year, and discussed property matters regarding North Hills and PDV Dam facilities.