Yvonne Gonzales

The City Council Workshop included a call to order by the Mayor, the Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call. The primary agenda item for discussion and action was related to the Procedures of the Governing Body. The document also notes the date for the next Regular Meeting.

The meeting agenda included several items for discussion and action under the Consent Agenda, such as the approval of various departmental reports (Police, Maintenance, Wastewater, Fire, Municipal Court, and Library) and authorization for the Head Librarian to attend a workshop in March 2026. New business items involved awarding a contract for building stucco repair at the Bayard Library, a presentation regarding a Community Garden, and evaluating a service estimate for Fire Department equipment. The Council also planned to address a resolution supporting an application to the New Mexico Finance Authority for street design and permission to publish an intent to adopt an ordinance amending the emergency abatement section of the municipal code. A closed session was scheduled for limited personnel matters, followed by action items concerning personnel, including completing the introductory period for a Wastewater Employee and accepting the resignation of the Municipal Judge before proceeding with an appointment for that position.

The City Council meeting agenda included several key appointments to various municipal roles and committees, such as Mayor Pro Tem, City Clerk/Treasurer, Police Chief, and directors for Wastewater Treatment and Public Works. The agenda also allocated time for public input. The consent agenda covered the approval of accounts payable and various departmental reports. Old business involved a request to divide a property at 406 Chino Street. New business included discussions on addressing Code Enforcement, and requests from the Fire Department regarding the sale of a rescue truck and the purchase of new software and vehicles. The Council was scheduled to discuss the City Attorney Contract, the Comcast Franchise Agreement, and two resolutions: Resolution 1-2026 concerning participation in the Que Linda Program, and Resolution 2-2026 regarding Budget Adjustments.

The special meeting agenda includes several key items: proclamations for Cobre High Cheer Week, Power Lifting Week, and Dispatcher Appreciation Week; the FY24 audit presentation; a presentation by the Southwest New Mexico Community Forestry Network; a donation of an ambulance to the Police Department; a request from Cobre School-Bayard Elementary for use of the Little League field; a discussion of vacant buildings and properties; consideration of an outdoor kitchen at the Public Library Park; appointment of a new Library Committee member; Police Department recognition; and budget adjustments. Additionally, the meeting will address several proposed resolutions, including the acceptance and approval of the FY24 audit, support for a transportation project fund application, and budget adjustments. Planning and zoning matters include a proposed addition at 614 Taylor Street and a variance application at 612 Taylor Street. A closed session will be held to discuss personnel matters and pending litigation, potentially leading to actions regarding the termination of a maintenance employee, a part-time maintenance employee, and a temporary pay increase for the Maintenance Department.