3-12-2026 | City Council Meeting | City of Roswell, NM

The City Council meeting of Roswell, New Mexico, held on March 12, 2026, included significant discussions on procurement and contract management. Key procurement topics included the approval of a real property sale to equipmentshare.com for $99,760, and the approval of a contract with Life House Carl for opioid abatement and treatment services, with a contract term through June 30, 2027. The council also reviewed an internal audit report highlighting procurement issues such as improper use of capital outlay funds, unauthorized early commencement of construction work without purchase orders, and inadequate invoice detail for a $4.4 million taxiway project. The audit findings prompted discussions on improving internal controls, procurement training, and policy revisions. A proposed ordinance to amend the city's purchasing procedures was introduced, aiming to increase efficiency by adjusting approval thresholds, though it faced some opposition and was set for a public hearing. Additionally, the council discussed budget impacts related to employee healthcare coverage changes and announced a purchase order freeze starting June 1 to close out the fiscal year. Public participation included concerns about neighborhood safety and support for energy and water resource initiatives. Overall, the meeting emphasized enhancing procurement transparency, compliance, and operational efficiency.